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[Campers Application] English Summer Camp in Kitakyushu 2024 Camper Application is now open!

TOKIHA Goes Virtual! Introducing TOKInect: English Online Summer Program

TOKIHA Goes Virtual! Introducing TOKInect: English Online Summer Program

While COVID-19 prevented our team from traveling to Japan this summer to host our English summer camps, we did not sit idly and let our team’s efforts go to waste. After much brainstorming, we are proud to announce our virtual English summer camp initiative: TOKInect! Through this new online platform, we’ll be using familiar virtual resources such as YouTube and video calls in order to continue delivering thought-provoking content and connecting with the youth of Japan.

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Attend the Virtual Info Session on Saturday, October 5th, 11AM-12PM PST

Interested in becoming a summer camp counselor abroad? We will be hosting a Live Virtual info session for TOKIHA Summer Camp 2020 where we'll have a conversation about the counselor application process, program logistics, and camp stories from past counselors!!

Medium: Google Meet (make sure you have Chrome on your device for optimal video-chat quality)
Date: 11:00am-12:00pm PST, Saturday, October 5th, 2019
PLEASE RSVP by clicking “Going” on the Facebook Event, or email us your intent to join at counselor@tokiha.org and we will send you the Google Meet link!

The application for the summer camp counselors will close Oct 19th, 2019. Click HERE for the application.

[APPLICATION CLOSED] Apply to be a Counselor for TOKIHA Summer Camp 2020!

[APPLICATION CLOSED] Apply to be a Counselor for TOKIHA Summer Camp 2020!

Are you a motivated individual interested in collaboration and education? Looking for a space to share your passions and grow alongside like-minded individuals? Then we want YOU on our team to help create the next liberating summer camp experience in Japan!

[Applications Closed] Application Period: Thursday, September 19th - Saturday, October 19th, 11:59PM PST*

*Select schools may be eligible for an extended deadline. Feel free to email us to ask if your school qualifies (counselor@tokiha.org).

Meet the 2019 Summer Camp Counselor Team

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Cole Heramb | UCLA
Cole Heramb | UCLA

Major: Evolutionary Biology and Ecology

Cole, originally from San Diego, California, currently studies Evolutionary Biology and Ecology at UC Los Angeles. Apart from learning about wildlife, Cole loves creating music and art, surfing, making jokes, and exploring the many wonders of the world.

Shadia Kemel | UC Davis
Shadia Kemel | UC Davis

Major: Human Development and Linguistics

Shadia is a first-generation college student at UC Davis. She is currently studying Human Development and Linguistics. In the future she plans to use her skills and passion in the education sector to own and operate an after school center where individuals can learn art, music, gardening, and other methods of self-expression. In her free time you can find her hiking her favorite mountain, falling on her skateboard, or enjoying home cooked Lebanese food with her family.

Nasina Chambers | UC Berkeley
Nasina Chambers | UC Berkeley

Major: Cognitive Science and African-American Studies

Nasina has an adventurous spirit and wants to travel the world while researching about different cultures. Her intended major is Cognitive Science and African-American Studies. Prior to TOKIHA, Nasina worked for a number of non-profits including the YMCA of San Francisco and East Bay, and she worked as a playground trainee for the City of Berkeley. Back at home in California she has a dog named Chase.

Lillian Torres | UCLA
Lillian Torres | UCLA

Major: Biology

Lillian is from Fresno, California and currently studies biology at UCLA. She loves learning about the brain and in the future, she hopes to become a professor to inspire future generations. She's also an avid gardener, karaoke expert, and dessert enthusiast.

Bryan Calderon | UC Berkeley
Bryan Calderon | UC Berkeley

Major: American Studies

Bryan is a first generation college student from Southern California.He comes from a Latino Heritage that honors kinship and family values. His future goals are to assist in the development of public education through public policy and teaching.

Taylor Kwan | UC Davis
Taylor Kwan | UC Davis

Major: Human Development

Taylor is from Foster City, California, and studies Human Development at UC Davis. After graduating, she hopes to become an elementary school teacher to impact children’s lives positively. Outside of school, Taylor enjoys photography, thrift shopping, and volunteering at animal shelters.

Ryan Aihara | UC Berkeley
Ryan Aihara | UC Berkeley

Major: Mathematics and Economics

From San Jose, California, Ryan (Sou) is studying Mathematics and Economics at UC Berkeley. Ryan likes to do various things in his free time from playing sports to playing violin. Ryan has done an Ambassador trip to San Jose’s sister city, Okayama, and really enjoyed it.

Matthew Ho | UC Davis
Matthew Ho | UC Davis

Major: Biomedical Engineering

Matthew is a Camp Director for TOKIHA. He studied Biomedical Engineering at UC Davis and is pursuing a career as an Orthotics and Prosthetics clinician. His passions include personal development, education and health, and he strives to live a holistic lifestyle that balances his passions and his career.

Monique Gomes | UC Berkeley
Monique Gomes | UC Berkeley

Major: Psychology and Social Welfare

Momo is the Camp Director for TOKIHA and finds it to be one really fun way of fulfilling her purpose to serve communities. She studies Psychology and Social Welfare at UC Berkeley and plans to work in hospital case management. Currently, Momo teaches English to immigrants and refugees at Oakland International High School.