The 37th Colorado Japanese Speech Contest (November 16, 2024)

The Consulate-General of Japan in Denver and the Colorado Japanese Language Education Association (CJLEA) co-hosted the 37th Colorado Japanese Speech Contest on Saturday, November 16, 2024.

At the opening session, CJLEA President Hisako Schibli gave remarks.

Many Colorado students ranging from the elementary school to university level who learn Japanese participated in this event. They showcased the results of their daily Japanese language studies through speeches and skits, resulting in a very high-level speech contest.

Consul Keiko Furutani and staff member Galen Mayhew participated in the event. Consul Furutani gave remarks at the opening session and also served as a judge.