International Lounge (IL)

The University of Tokyo is home to students from all over the world. The Institute for Innovation in International Engineering Education (IIIEE) at the Graduate School of Engineering offers a unique space for intercultural experiences and multilingual exchanges, taking full advantage of this diverse environment. Every Friday during an academic semester, Japanese students, international students, and staff gather during lunch to engage in conversations on a variety of topics in multiple languages, including English and Japanese. No need to worry if you don’t have a specific topic in mind—our facilitators (Language Assistants) are there to help guide the conversation. Whether you're looking to enjoy a multilingual atmosphere, learn about other cultures, or meet new people from different backgrounds, this is a great opportunity. No reservation is required, so feel free to drop by!

Location: Faculty of Engineering Building 11, 1st Floor (HASEKO-KUMA HALL, 1st Floor)

Time: 12:00–13:00

2024 A Semester Schedule:

• October: 11, 18, 25
• November: 1, 8, 15, 29
• December: 6, 13, 20

2024 A Semester Special Events:

• October 18: Campus Tour (Explore the campus in international teams and win prizes!)
• October 25: Halloween Party (Come in costume and enjoy the Halloween festivities)
• November 29: International Showcase Day (Language Assistants will introduce cultural traditions and foods from different countries)
• December 20: Happy Holidays Party (Join us for a fun celebration to close out the semester!)

For the latest updates and detailed schedule, please check our Instagram.

Lunch: Feel free to bring your lunch.

Who Can Join: Open to University of Tokyo students and staff. No reservation is required; however, please bring your student or staff ID for on-site registration.

Important Notice: To ensure a welcoming environment for everyone, solicitation of any kind is strictly prohibited. If you have any questions, please reach out to us at the email address below.

Contact: ilatutokyo[at]gmail.com (Please change [at] with @).