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  • The South Bay Japanese Language Meetup Group

     I haven't been to many other meetups, but this group is the BEST. The people are very friendly, and the group actually does what it's supposed to, which is speak Japanese. I've been to "other" language meetups where the fucktards speak almost all English--even though they are fluent the foreign language, they don't make an effort to speak it. That absolutely defeats the group's objective in my opinion. Kaoru is also an exceptional organizer. He really made me feel welcomed. There is an obvious chemistry among the core members of this group. Only the OC Astronomy group comes close to this group (in terms of content, not friendliness). minasann ha kokoroyoku kanngei site itadaite, totemo hanasiyasui kibunn desita. hoka no genngo guru-pu to tigatte, minnna ha hotonndo eigo de hanasezuni channto nihonngo de hanasitete, simei seikou! kaorusann mo taihenn yoi o-ganaiza- dasi, mata zehi kono guru-pu no ibennto wo sannka sitai to omoimasu. YOROSIKU ONEGAI ITASIMASU!! 

    — A former member on Aug 31, 2007.

  • The South Bay Japanese Language Meetup Group

     Everyone was so friendly and helpful. I speak less Japanese than anyone else there, but everyone was kind and forgiving. I'm motivated to study more so that I can communicate a little better next time in Japanese. 

    — A former member on Jul 26, 2007.

  • The South Bay Japanese Language Meetup Group

     Lots of fun with very friendly people, and a chance to speak some Japanese. What's not to like? 

    Heather on Nov 16, 2008.

  • The South Bay Japanese Language Meetup Group

     This group is fantastic! A lot of fun people :) 

    Lisa on Oct 1, 2008.

  • The South Bay Japanese Language Meetup Group

     A very warm and friendly meetup group. I enjoy myself every time! 

    Tiina on Aug 1, 2008.

  • The South Bay Japanese Language Meetup Group

     The people are nice and some are really down to earth once you get to know them. Just good people trying to learn Japanese and its culture. 

    — A former member on Jun 28, 2008.

  • The South Bay Japanese Language Meetup Group

     everyone I met in the last meeting was so friendly and feel comfortable while having a meal and drinks. 

    — A former member on May 18, 2008.

  • The South Bay Japanese Language Meetup Group

     It was fun crowd with lots of good food! 

    Venansia on Mar 11, 2008.

  • The South Bay Japanese Language Meetup Group

     Kaoru and Linda are very considerate and great organizers. I really felt the aloha spirit from everyone there! Mahalo! 

    Steven on Mar 9, 2008.

  • The South Bay Japanese Language Meetup Group

     I like this group a lot. We can talk not only English nor Japanese. The way is a great to improve both Japanese and English. 

    — A former member on Jun 22, 2007.

  • The South Bay Japanese Language Meetup Group

     Thank you, Kaoru-san. 

    — A former member on Jun 21, 2007.

  • The South Bay Japanese Language Meetup Group

     EXCELLENT. 

    — A former member on Jun 21, 2007.

  • The South Bay Japanese Language Meetup Group

     This meetup group is lots of fun. 

    Phebe Ogami on Apr 27, 2007.

  • The South Bay Japanese Language Meetup Group

     This time some new menbers came to join us. It's good !! 

    yoshimi mori on Feb 15, 2007.

  • The South Bay Japanese Language Meetup Group

     Very approachable and friendly group! It was nice... Domo arrigato gozaimasu. 

    — A former member on Oct 10, 2006.

  • The South Bay Japanese Language Meetup Group

     Very friendly, energetic, nice people..... with great organizer of course. And they all speak excellent Japanese. I feel motivated to improve mine.... 

    K_Kim on Jun 16, 2006.

  • The South Bay Japanese Language Meetup Group

     Great place for networking. Great organizers. 

    TJ on Dec 11, 2009.

  • The South Bay Japanese Language Meetup Group

     To meet the infamous Ms. Linda Hobo. 

    Kaoru on Dec 11, 2009.

  • The South Bay Japanese Language Meetup Group

     Great and friendly people who are very welcoming to newcomers! 

    Eddie on Dec 11, 2009.

  • The South Bay Japanese Language Meetup Group

     To meet other people interested in Japan. 

    Warren Rosenberg on Dec 10, 2009.

  • The South Bay Japanese Language Meetup Group

     If you are interested in Japanese culture or want to practice your Japanese, this group is for you! 

    Michiko on Nov 12, 2009.

  • The South Bay Japanese Language Meetup Group

     because the organizer is so cool! 

    Josi on Oct 21, 2009.

  • The South Bay Japanese Language Meetup Group

     So many nice people willing to learn or to help others practice their Japanese! 

    Linda HoBo on Aug 14, 2009.

  • The South Bay Japanese Language Meetup Group

     Great group to join, lots of nice and friendly members. 

    Ayumi on Jul 12, 2009.

  • The South Bay Japanese Language Meetup Group

     Great people, a lot of fun! 

    — A former member on May 14, 2009.

  • The South Bay Japanese Language Meetup Group

     Nice, friendly people and gracious hosts make fitting in easy. 

    Mike on May 14, 2009.

  • The South Bay Japanese Language Meetup Group

     Very very friendly people. 

    aya on Feb 19, 2009.

  • The South Bay Japanese Language Meetup Group

     relaxed and easy to join 

    Shalo on Jan 30, 2009.

  • The South Bay Japanese Language Meetup Group

     wonderful way to meet people and to learn to speak japanese 

    Patrick on Dec 18, 2008.

  • The South Bay Japanese Language Meetup Group

     If you want to meet new Japanese speaking people this is the place. 

    — A former member on Dec 12, 2008.

  • The South Bay Japanese Language Meetup Group

     Excellent host, fun and friendly people. 

    John on Dec 12, 2008.

  • The South Bay Japanese Language Meetup Group

     To learn japanese, meet new people 

    — A former member on Oct 3, 2008.

  • The South Bay Japanese Language Meetup Group

     If you have any kind of affinity for the Japanese language or culture, and would like to meet native speakers and/or Japanese Americans, or even other Jap. language students, this is the meetup for you. You can practice the language, if you'd like, and learn new things, while enjoying the company and making new friends. 

    Masako (a.k.a. "mo") on Oct 2, 2008.

  • The South Bay Japanese Language Meetup Group

     Kaoru, as well as everyone else, is very welcoming. I went by myself, and I felt at home immediately. 

    — A former member on Oct 2, 2008.

  • The South Bay Japanese Language Meetup Group

     Well if you like anything about the Japanese culture, this is a group that has not problem talking about it. It was great to hear new phrases...I got bumped in the head by Kaoru with the game. 

    — A former member on Apr 18, 2008.

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  •  I work in West LA, so traffic to Torrance on weekdays is tough. But I understand, of course, that most of you live in that area. If you want to meet on the west side occasionally ... 

    Tony on Apr 18, 2008.