Hikari Japanese Academy Youth Programs

Hikari Japanese Academy Youth Programs includes Hikari After School and Saturday Programs for Youth, youth friendship and leadership exchange programs between teens and young adults in Japan and the United States, and a Summer Language and Activities Camp. The after school and Saturday programs include classes for Lower Elementary, Upper Elementary, Middle School, and High School students.

Programs

• Hikari After School and Saturday Programs for Youth — Lower Elementary, Upper Elementary, Middle School, High School · Wednesday 3:30 pm-5:00 pm; Friday 3:30 pm-5:00 pm; Saturday 9:00 am-10:30 am; Saturday 11:00 am-12:30 pm
• Youth friendship and leadership exchange programs between teens and young adults in Japan and the United States — teens and young adults
• Summer Language and Activities Camp — young people

At a glance

• Ages: 5–18 years old
• General schedule: Youth programs include after school and Saturday classes. Lower Elementary meets Wednesday 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm. Middle School meets Friday 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm. Upper Elementary meets Saturday 11:00 am to 12:30 pm. High School meets Saturday 9:00 am to 10:30 am.

About the provider

For over twenty years, Hikari has led youth exchange programs between the US and Japan. Hikari Japanese Academy strives to be a leading provider of Japanese cultural education and experiences that are fun and impactful. Its community involvement includes youth exchange programs between the US and Japan, the Pasadena-Mishima Friendship 2026 Youth Exchange Program, and sister city exchanges between Pasadena and Mishima.

Limited to 8 students per class.

Last updated November 1, 2026.