What we’re about
Do you have an interest in Japan, its culture, language, or food? Are you Japanese and looking for a safe and friendly environment to make Canadian and international friends and practice your English? Or are you an avid traveler looking for exotic new places to visit? The Japan Victoria Friends Meetup Group is a social group that promotes intercultural exchange while having fun.
Our members are from all over the world, and many have some kind of connection to Japan. We have regular conversation meetups weekly, where we chat and practice our language fluency, and we also do a few social gatherings each month too. All are welcome! Come hang out with us and learn about a different culture!
We ask that all new members use their real name (or the name they wish to be known as in the group) and also use a picture that shows who they are. This is to make sure that Group Leaders can know who will be participating in the events and make sure that everyone has a good time. All of our events are staged locally in Victoria and the surrounding area, so at this time we only accept new members who live in the vicinity, or can regularly access the area.
Please note that we don't allow aggressive or predatory behaviour in our group. This is a place to make friends and new connections, and not to try to find a date (there are other social groups for that). If you feel like you are the target of any unwanted behaviour, please tell one of the Group Leaders immediately. We are here to keep the group safe and fun for everyone.
Lastly, the group stays successful and active thanks to the generous support of its members through donations. If you're planning to attend our events, please bring $1-2 to help the group pay its administration costs. Thank you. :-)
