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Welcome to Kiwami Social Club! ✹
Looking to practice your English or Japanese in a warm, welcoming space? Want to make genuine friends in Christchurch without any awkward icebreakers? You’ve found your community! 🥳
Kiwami Social Club is a relaxed, friendly group for anyone who loves real conversations, cultural exchanges, and building meaningful connections — no pressure, just good vibes.
Whether you're a local, a working holiday maker, an international student, or brand new to town — everyone is welcome here! 🌱

Why join us?
We are one of Christchurch’s most active cross-cultural communities!

  • 450+ members have joined our events so far
  • 50+ energetic people gather at every event (with up to 80 attendees!)
  • Safe, supportive, and beginner-friendly environment

What does Kiwami mean?
In Japanese, Kiwami (極み) means "the pinnacle" or "mastering something to its fullest."
I chose this name with the wish that through this club, you can truly master and make the most of your English, Japanese, New Zealand life, and personal connections — all while staying true to yourself and growing along the way. ❀
Also, "Kiwami" blends Kiwi (our home here in NZ) with Ami (founder)!

What we do
☕ English Café A casual, fun meetup to practice speaking English naturally. No textbooks, no exams — just friendly chats, engaging conversation prompts (curated by Ami!), and a massive boost to your confidence. (Most attendees are native Japanese speakers, but all nationalities and native speakers are warmly welcome!)

🌙 Sekirara Mix & Mingle Nights Our popular bilingual social night (English + Japanese)! "Sekirara" means honest and open-hearted. We dive into real-life topics, culture, and personal experiences in a cozy, inclusive atmosphere. Any age, any nationalities welcome!🥂✚

This Group is perfect for you if:

  • You’re learning English or Japanese and want to practice real speech (You don't have to be fluent in English / Japanese!)
  • You want to make real, lasting friends in Christchurch
  • You prefer warm, open-hearted chats over noisy party vibes

Meet your host: Ami
Hi there! I'm Ami 👋 I’m an English teacher from Japan, but above all, I’m passionate about bringing people together!
I started Kiwami Social Club because I believe language isn't just about memorizing rules — it’s about laughing, sharing stories, and making real human connections. Over the past three years, this dream has grown into a vibrant family of 450+ amazing people!
Whether you come solo or with a friend, I’ll make sure you feel right at home from the moment you arrive. Let’s enjoy learning and connecting together! 🌞
📞 Follow our vibe on Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/amisenseijp/

こんにちは、䞻催者のAmiです✚ ニュヌゞヌランド・クラむストチャヌチで英䌚話講垫をしながら、この「Kiwami Social Club」を運営しおいたす。
「語孊は机に向かうだけじゃなく、実際に話しお、笑っお、人ず心で぀ながる䞭で䞊達するもの」 そんな想いで3幎前にスタヌトしたこのクラブも、今では环蚈450名以䞊が参加する枩かいコミュニティに成長したした😊

  • 緊匵せずに英語・日本語を話せる堎所がほしい
  • クラむストチャヌチで気兌ねなく話せる䞀生モノの友達を䜜りたい
  • 異文化亀流を楜しみたい

そんな方は、お䞀人でもお友達ず䞀緒でも倧歓迎です 「セキララ玠盎で食らない」で枩かい時間を、みんなで䞀緒に楜しみたしょう🥂
📞 むベントの様子や最新情報はむンスタをチェック:
https://www.instagram.com/amisenseijp/

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Photo of the user Ami
Ami