Hope everyone is living their best golden life this Spring! Thanks to everyone that came out to our hanami! It was wonderful seeing you all. Spring in Japan is a rare and precious time for both indoor and outdoor fun. Check out what we have planned!

Upcoming Major Events
Canyons!
Just a reminder that Canyons is coming up and it’ll be so much fun! Thank you to everyone who signed up. You’re going to have a roaring time! The GAJET treasurer sent out invoices so please make sure to check your inboxes for that if you haven’t already.

Spring Photo Contest!
Our Spring Photo Contest now ends on May 11th!
We have extended the deadline for everyone to get those great Golden Week photos! We can’t wait to see your amazing photos!

RUFF (R U Free Friday) Friday
RUFF is an event hosted by GAJET. Take advantage of this golden opportunity for you to hang out with your fellow JETs! RUFF this month will be on May 30th! This month’s location will be posted on our socials so stay tuned!

Around the Cabbage Patch
Tatebayashi Koinobori Festival
Every year here in Japan, carp streamers are hung for Children’s Day. You can see a stunning display of these carps right here in Gunma! Just a 20 minute walk from Tatebayashi station, this festival is perfect for a beautiful yet relaxing Spring day! Check it out here.

Asama Kogen Rhododendron Festival
From now until mid May, you can experience over 150,000 beautiful rhododendron blooms at the Asama Kogen Rhododendron Garden! There are guided tours to experience and plant sales for you to buy some for yourself! Check it out here!

Special Offers
Bunpro is a a wonderful learning tool for Japanese learners. If you are interested in strengthening your Japanese grammar, please contact hello@bunpro.jp to get the discount. You will need your JET number to be eligible for the discount.
That’s all from us for this month! Stay subscribed and check out our social media to receive updates about GAJET sponsored events and more happening in the cabbage patch. Have something you would like to share? Email our Editor (Leydi) at editor@gunmajet.net.
I hope you all enjoy the rest of Spring!
⭐Stay golden my friends⭐