Alumni and current participants in the Japan Exchange and Teaching Programme vowed Monday to continue to act as bridges between Japanese and overseas communities as they gathered to mark the 30th anniversary of the government project.
"As more and more Japanese companies look to expand their reach globally and adopt an international approach, it is more important than ever that JETs do their best to prepare their students and colleagues for a more multicultural Japan," a JET declaration announced at the commemorative ceremony read.
"In view of the upcoming 2020 Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games, and the 2019 Rugby World Cup, we pledge to support the Japanese government in its pursuit to host and promote successful international events," it read.