JLfest 2026 | The 19th Annual International Japanese Language Festival
お知らせ
Announcement
THANK YOU VERY MUCH
We are pleased to announce that JLfest 2026 has officially come to a close.
Thank you for your warm support, which made it possible for us to successfully organise all the planned events. However, due to circumstances beyond our control, we had to reduce the Teacher Ideas Exchange (TIE) Workshop from two sessions to one and cancel the Yokosai Boleh Dance Video Competition. We share the disappointment of those affected and sincerely apologise for the inconvenience.
We are currently tabulating the scores and compiling the judges' comments. We hope to complete this process by the end of the month and announce the results of the remaining competitions shortly afterwards.
We hope you enjoyed participating in JLfest 2026 as much as we enjoyed organising and hosting it. Thank you once again for being part of this year's festival.
The Organiser
July 27, 2026
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OPENING SPEECH
The opening of the 19th Annual International Japanese Language Festival (JLfest 2029) was officiated by H.E. SHIKATA Noriyuki, Ambassador of Japan to Malaysia, at the
JLfest 2026 LEX
第3回「学生とやってみた」言葉・文化活動報告会
The 3rd Annual Conference & Showcase
on Learner-Centred Activities.
Opening speech by
H. E. SHIKATA Noriyuki
Ambassador of Japan to Malaysia
May 1, 2026
JLfest 2026 Intro Video
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JLfest 2026 - An Overview
Another meaningful and engaging lineup of events awaits you in 2026!
JLfest 2026 is scheduled from May 1 to July 26, 2026. This year, we are introducing a new competition and several new workshops, alongside our regular programs. The SUGOROKU Language eBoard Game Design Competition will be upgraded to the ASEAN regional level, and more Asian and European countries will be joining the ePoster Presentation Competition. Further details will be announced soon.
To provide greater flexibility, we will introduce a new on-demand workshop format for selected workshops, catering to participants who are unable to attend live sessions.
A special Cultural Talk on YOSAKOI, presented by
two speakers from Kochi, Japan, is scheduled for May—an unmissable highlight for Yosakoi teams and dancers.
For educators, the 3rd LEX Conference in May will focus on the theme “Meaningful International Exchange and Training Programs: Development and Future”, with additional workshops currently in the planning stages.
Please note that the 4KOMA Story – Impromptu Speaking in Japanese series will take a break this year for restructuring.
Last but not least, we will be unveiling the new JLfest 2026 logo and announcing the winners of the logo design competition next week. Stay tuned!
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Festival registration begins April 15, 2026