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About The Japanese Association, Singapore

 

 

The Japanese Association, Singapore was established more than a century ago in 1915 and reconstituted in 1957. The early objective of the Association was aimed at creating a mutual-aid group to look after one another’s welfare, set up educational facilities, maintain the Japanese cemetery and promote global exchanges.

Besides realizing its original intent, postwar Japanese Association has also been more active in promoting exchange and interactions with the Singapore community. Our new clubhouse is also designed to be culturally oriented to suit this purpose.

One of the objectives of the Japanese Association is to become an international cultural exchange ground for people to meet, chat and relax.

The new clubhouse, officially opened by Deputy Prime Minister BG (NS) Lee Hsien Loong on 23rd May 1998, is a building designed and constructed with a modern exterior while incorporating rich Japanese cultural flair in its interiors.

Complemented by its excellent location along Adam Road, the clubhouse has a built-in area of nearly 8,000 square meters (4 times bigger than the previous location). On a freehold land size of approximately 5,600 square meters, the clubhouse has also been enhanced to provide members with improved services in a cosier setting and a much more pleasant environment. It is a clubhouse that can instil a sense of belonging and pride amongst its members.

With a larger space available, we will be able to better organise our involvements with local charitable activities. More opportunities can also be created for cultural exchange and social interaction on a larger scale between our members and the different communities.

At present we have approximately 4,172 Ordinary Members (Japanese nationals with voting rights) and 502 Associate Members. Only Associate memberships are transferable. We have 664 corporate members. (1 May 2025)

We hereby cordially invite you to join us as an Associate Transferable Member!

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President for Year 2024

Mr Murayama Takanobu

 

I would like to say a few words as I was appointed as the new president at the general meeting held on 20th March 2025.

First, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to former president Mr. Nishida and all the committee members from 2024 for their dedicated work, as well as the past presidents and committee members, members, and volunteers for their many years of their continued support for the Japanese Association, Singapore (JAS).

JAS is one of the most prestigious members’ clubs in the Japanese associations and has 110 years of history since its establishment in 1915, following the establishment of the Japanese Cemetery in 1891 and the Japanese School in 1912. Since then, our journey has been a history of overcoming countless hardships and obstacles together with our Japanese predecessors. And we cannot mention today’s Japanese community without the warm understanding and relationship from the local Singapore community. I attended the memorial service at the Japanese Cemetery on 14th March and learnt the Japanese Cemetery’s historical background along with the dialog with the Singapore government. Now, I have gained a better understanding of the importance of JAS for maintenance and managing the Cemetery and the kind understanding of the local community.

This year will be an important year as it marks the 60th year of Singapore’s independence, followed by the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan and Singapore next year. I was involved in the management in my small way as a member of the organization last year. This year, I will do my best to expand our activities to contribute not only to the Japanese community but also to strengthen the ties between Japan and the local Singapore community.

In 2024, large-scale repair work on our beloved clubhouse since 1998 has started under the strong leadership of former president Mr. Nishida. I believe that some of you have seen our clubhouse under construction. Seeing our clubhouse gradually taking new shape, I can’t contain my excitement as I imagine how it will continue serving and be adored by our members.

The clubhouse is scheduled to reopen in November of this year. We are striving hard to prepare our clubhouse to serve as a place for members to come together, for the local community to better understand Japan and build closer relationships, and for our clubhouse to become a part of your everyday lives.

In order for JAS to continue to thrive, consistent support from our members as well as the Embassy of Japan in Singapore, the Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Singapore, and other organizations is essential.  We ask for your continued guidance and support.

As this year marks a milestone for us, we would like to start a new chapter for JAS with you all. Thank you for your kind support.

 

History of The Japanese Association

Predecessor of The Japanese Association
1889(Meiji 22)
Established the Mutual Aid Society, predecessor of The Japanese Association
1891(Meiji 24)
Futaki Tagajiro, Shibuya Ginji and Nakagawa Kikuzo obtained approval to use their land as a Japanese cemeter
1908(Meiji 41)
Established the Singapore Youth Association (predecessor of the Japanese Club) with the advocacy of Dr Nakano Kozo
1912(Taisho 1)
Opened the Japanese Primary School in the Toyo Hotel at Middle Road
(1 teacher, 26 students)
Prewar Japanese Association
1915(Taisho 4)
Inauguration Ceremony of The Japanese Association… First President Military Medical Officer Suzuki, Vice Chairman Nakagawa Kikuzo
Established an office on Wilkie Road ... About 1,500 Japanese nationals The Japanese Primary School relocated to the office in Wilkie Road and managed by The Japanese Association (40 students)
1918(Taisho 7)
The Japanese Association and Japanese Primary School relocated to Short Street (76 students) The Japanese Primary School is approved as a designated overseas school by the Ministers of Foreign Affairs and Education
1920(Taisho 9)
The Japanese Association relocated to Bras Basah Road (more than 1,200 members due to rapid increase in membership)
1921(Taisho 10)
The Japanese Association relocated to High Street (28 May) The Japanese Association relocated to the primary school tower on Waterloo Street The Japanese Primary School was officially recognised by the British colonial government (122 students)
1922(Taisho 11)
Established The Japanese Club as an affiliated business of the Japanese Association, inheriting all facilities from the former Youth Association
1926(Taisho 15)
Purchased a building on Selegie Road for The Japanese Club
The Japanese Association also relocated to within the same building
1930(Showa 5)
The Japanese Association doubled its registration fee as a result of reduced subsidies for the Japanese Primary School
1941(Showa 16)
The Pacific War broke out ... About 50 Japanese Primary School students (8 December)
Closure of the Consulate General of Japan (23 December)
Destruction of The Japanese Association
Postwar Japanese Association
1957 (Showa 32)
Re-establishment of The Japanese Association (14 March)
1958 (Showa 33)
Clubhouse was placed on 3 Cran Borne Road
The Women’s Committee participated in the bazaar for the blind for the first time
1959 (Showa 34)
Moved clubhouse to 4 Kheam Hock Road
1961 (Showa 36)
Clubhouse was relocated to 11 Second Avenue
1963 (Showa 38)
Clubhouse was relocated to 135 Bukit Timah Road
1965 (Showa 40)
Published The Southern Cross newsletter (30 January)
1966 (Showa 41)
Reopened the Japanese School (Dalvey Estate)
1968 (Showa 43)
The Japanese Association held the Charity Bazaar
1970 (Showa 45)
The Japanese School was relocated to 4 Swiss Cottage Estate Their Imperial Highnesses Crown Prince and Princess (Emperor Akihito and Empress) arrive in Singapore (26 February)
1971 (Showa 46)
The Japanese School relocated to West Coast Road
1973 (Showa 48)
Burial in the Japanese cemetery prohibited
1974 (Showa 49)
Start of the Women’s Committee’s Lucky Draw (part of their charity activities)
1976 (Showa 51)
Completion of the new Japanese School building on Clementi Road
1978 (Showa 53)
Published the 10th anniversary reprint version of The Southern Cross Returned to the government 2 acres of land from the Japanese cemetery to rent 2,000 tsubo of the government's land to expand the Japanese School
1979 (Showa 54)
Clubhouse was relocated to Scotts Road Completed construction of the Japanese Secondary School building (Clementi Road)
1983 (Showa 58)
Clubhouse was relocated to Adam Road Started construction of Japanese Secondary School building on West Coast Road.
1984 (Showa 59)
Prince and Princess Hitachi arrive in Singapore (February) Held the inauguration ceremony for the Japanese Secondary School building (April)
1985 (Showa 60)
Established the Japanese Association Clinic (May) Held the ceremony of the Japanese Cemetery Mido
1987 (Showa 62)
Completion of repair work for the Japanese Cemetery Published the 20th anniversary commemorative issue of The Southern Cross
1988 (Showa 63)
Newsletter issuance
1989 (Heisei 1)
Established the Clubhouse Reconstruction Review Committee
1990 (Heisei 2)
Completed expansion of Primary and Secondary School buildings
1994 (Heisei 6)
Started construction of the Primary School (Changi Campus)
1995 (Heisei 7)
Completed construction of the Primary School (Changi Campus) Established the new Clubhouse Reconstruction Review Committee
1996 (Heisei 8)
Clubhouse temporarily relocated to 422 Thomson Road to build a new clubhouse
1997 (Heisei 9)
Start of second phase of the construction of the Primary School (Changi Campus) Published the 30th anniversary commemorative issue of The Southern Cross
2000 (Heisei 12)
Prince and Princess Hitachi visits the Japanese Association and the Japanese Secondary School and held a welcome ceremony at The Japanese Association (13 September)
2004 (Heisei 16)
Ceremony for the completion of the AR / JAS Sports Centre (13 March)
2005 (Heisei 17)
Extended lease contract for the Primary School (Clementi Campus) by 30 years
2006 (Heisei 18)
His Majesties the Emperor and Empress visit Singapore (8 & 9 June)
2007 (Heisei 19)
Received the Foreign Minister Award (4 September)
2008 (Heisei 20)
Received the Pinnacle Award from President S. R. Nathan at the Community Chest Award Ceremony held at the Istana for unwavering contribution towards Community Chest (9 October)
2009 (Heisei 21)
Received the Best in Audience Engagement Award from the People's Association (PA) for the performance by the Japanese Association team at the Chingay Parade (3 March)(3月3日)
2010 (Heisei 22)
Completion of large-scale remodelling work ($6.8 million) started in 2008 in May 2010
2012 (Heisei 24)
Extended lease contract for the Secondary School Remodeling of Akane restaurant ($1.2 million) Received the award for Outstanding Contingent Display at the Chingay 40th Anniversary Cultural Award
2013 (Heisei 25)
Received the award for Most Popular Float Award at the Chingay Parade
2014 (Heisei 26)
Received the award for Chingay Champion of the Year at the Chingay Parade
2015 (Heisei 27)
100th Anniversary of Founding Received the award for Most Lively Contingent at the Chingay Parade
2016 (Heisei 28)
Received the award for Most Popular Contingent at the Chingay Parade
Renovation work on the 3rd floor – Handicraft Room, Cooking Room, Shower Room, Classrooms 1 – 4, Function Room 2AB, Studio 1
2017 (Heisei 29)
Received the award for Best Contingent Display at the Chingay Parade
2018 (Heisei 30)
Received the award for Best Popular Contingent at the Chingay Parade Organised the Summer Festival with jointly with Sports Hub at the National Stadium for 2 days for the first time
2019 (Heisei 31)
Received the award for Best Contingent Display at the Chingay Parade Organised the Summer Festival with jointly with Sports Hub at the National Stadium for 2 days for the first time
2024 (Reiwa 6)
Received the award for Chingay Parade 2024 Most Outstanding Performance
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