| Association of Foreign Wives of Japanese Supporting women since 1969 |
Who we are
Support and mutual assistance in adapting to Japanese society.
Opportunities for friendship and networking with women from around the world who share similar concerns and experiences related to:
Family relationships
Children's education
Professional & career development
Personal growth
Cross-cultural challenges & solutions
Benefits
 AFWJ Journal & Directory Members receive a membership directory and bi-monthly journal, which features writing and art by members, district events, Board minutes and official organizational announcements.OpportunitiesAFWJ provides members with opportunities for friendships that span cultures and generations, giving members a sense of family as they adapt to Japanese society. There are numerous opportunities for service, personal growth and the development of new skills through activities such as committee participation, board membership, journal production, and Internet group facilitation. Annual ConventionOnce a year, members gather for a weekend of fun, learning and friendship. Events include workshops, panel discussions, outings and a lively cabaret. Our annual convention for this year was the AFWJ 2019 Convention & 50th Anniversary Gala held Friday, September 6th - Sunday, September 8th, 2019 in Tokyo. Internet GroupsInternet based groups help members throughout the world stay connected. Events & ActivitiesMembers host a variety of local events and activities such as workshops, book & crafting clubs, coffee mornings, luncheons and potlucks, ladies nights out and multilingual children's playgroups.
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What's new?
Our membership special for new members or former members who have been lapsed for 3 or more years is only 4,000 yen for 2020. As of 2015, our dues have changed for new members and members rejoining after a lapse of three years or more. Check below for more details.
For current members: To edit your profile or renew your dues by PayPal or credit card please login and click on your name at the top of the page.
Please click below for guides to our website:
* Please note that your membership application and payment may take approximately 2 weeks to be processed, potentially longer if you apply over Japanese national holidays or summer or winter break periods.
How to join?
Member Qualifications
Women of any national or cultural origin, other than a Japanese born and raised in Japan, who are currently or have been engaged, married, or in a de facto relationship with a person of Japanese national or cultural origin are eligible for membership.
Membership Information
E-mail info(at)afwj.org
Please contact us for more information. Please note that your membership application and payment may take approximately 2 weeks to be processed, potentially longer if you apply over Japanese national holidays or summer or winter break periods.
Membership Fees
For new members or those who have been lapsed for three years or more: If you join from January 1, 2020 onwards, you can get the 2020 membership for 4,000 yen. Please note: this offer only applies to new members or former AFWJ members whose membership has lapsed for 3 years or more.
For current members or those who have been lapsed for less than three years:
Full year (Jan - Dec) 7,000 yen
Half year (July 1 - Dec 31) 3,500 yen
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