Sri Lanka Students' Association in Japan

14/04/2026

Sri Lanka Students’ Association in Japan (SLSAJ), we extend our heartfelt wishes for a peaceful and prosperous Sinhala & Hindu New Year 🇱🇰🇯🇵

May this Avurudu season fill your days with happiness, your hearts with warmth, and your journey with new opportunities and success.

27/03/2026

The countdown to Aurudu has begun.

Get ready to celebrate the 2026 Sinhala and Hindu New Year Festival once again in Chiba Prefecture!

Save the date:
🔹Sunday, 19th April 2026
🔹9:30 AM - 6:00 PM.

A full day awaits with exciting Avurudu games, vibrant cultural performances, delicious Sri Lankan food, and plenty of fun festive moments.

Gather your friends and family to experience the joy, culture, and spirit of the Sinhala and Hindu New Year together.
Everyone is warmly invited!

10/02/2026

🌏 12th Annual Research Conference 2025/2026 | SLSAJ

Sri Lanka Students Association in Japan successfully organized the 12th Annual Research Conference titled
“Sustainability Beyond Boundaries: Collaborative Research for a Shared Future” on 31 January 2026 via Zoom under the guidance of Conference Chair, Prof. N.S.Cooray.

The conference brought together around 40 scholars, professors, and researchers from Sri Lanka, Japan, Pakistan, and India, fostering meaningful global academic exchange.

We were honored by messages from H.E. the Ambassador of Japan to Sri Lanka, Prof. Pivithuru Janak Kumarasinghe and Ambassador (Ret.) Ravinatha Ariyasinghe, Executive Director of the Regional Centre for Strategic Studies (RCSS), our collaborative partner.

The keynote address by Prof. Kelum Jayasinghe (University of Sheffield, UK) highlighted green transition, ecosystem management, environmental governance, and global cooperation for sustainability.

The conference featured an engaging panel discussion moderated by Professor N.S. Cooray with distinguished academics and diplomats, followed by research presentations across four thematic tracks. Out of 30 submissions, 21 papers were selected through a rigorous peer-review process, with Best Paper Awards presented in each session.

The conference reaffirmed the importance of collaborative, interdisciplinary research for building a sustainable and shared global future.

31/01/2026

The wait is over — everything is ready for SLSAJARC 2025. Let’s begin!

28/01/2026

Meet our distinguished Session Chairs for the 12th Annual Research Conference 2025/2026

🗓 Saturday, 31 January 2026
🕒 12.30 PM – 7.00 PM (JST) | 9.00 AM – 3.30 PM (Sri Lanka Time)
📍 Online via ZOOM
🎟 FREE Registration

25/01/2026

We are delighted to announce the 12th Research Conference of SLSAJ, bringing together distinguished scholars, diplomats, and academics for an inspiring exchange of knowledge and ideas.

This year Theme; “Sustainability Beyond Boundaries; Global Cooperation for a Shared Future”

🗓 Saturday, 31 January 2026
🕒 12.30 PM – 7.00 PM (JST) | 9.00 AM – 3.30 PM (Sri Lanka Time)
📍 Online via ZOOM
🎟 FREE Registration

Keynote Speaker:
Prof. Kelum Jayasinghe – Professor at University of Sheffield, UK

Chief Guest:
H.E. Prof. Pivithuru Janak Kumarasinghe – Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Japan

Guest of Honor:
Ravinatha Aryasinha – Former Ambassador & Executive Director, RCSS

The conference agenda includes keynote addresses, panel discussions, and insightful research presentations on
1.⁠ ⁠Management Economics and Environmental Studies Chaired by Professor Saliya De Silva & Dr. Premakumara Jagath Dickella Gamaralalage
2.⁠ ⁠⁠Science, Engineering Studies, Information Technology and Innovations Chaired by Dr. Asanga Nagalla & Dr. N.G.P.B.Neluwala
3.⁠ ⁠⁠Development Economics and Public Policy Chaired by Professor N.S.Cooray & Professor Priyadasa Rtahnayake
4.⁠ ⁠⁠Governance and Institutions, Social Sciences Chaired by Professor Chaminda Abeysinghe & Ms. Chamika Indeevari Wijesuriya

Register now using the QR code on the flyer
Or via this link

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/hk9yN4tHSfOEJc0aE7GmoQ

Inquiries: [email protected] | [email protected]

Let’s connect, learn, and shape ideas for a sustainable future together!

22/01/2026

A vibrant evening of colours and tradition is just around the corner.

We are honoured to share the agenda for the Thai Pongal Celebration 2026 - an evening of gratitude, prosperity, and togetherness.

Date: Saturday, 24th January 2026
Time: 5.00 pm
Venue: Embassy of Sri Lanka in Tokyo, Japan

Let’s celebrate the festive light of Pongal across the seas.
Stay connected!

18/01/2026

Save the excitement!

Thai Pongal, the festival of gratitude, prosperity & togetherness.
Join SLSAJ, in collaboration with the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Tokyo, Japan, as we bring the warmth of our traditions across the seas.

Celebrations commence at 5.00 pm on 24th January 2024.

Stay connected.

25/12/2025

Merry Christmas! Wishing everyone a season filled with love, peace, laughter, and beautiful moments shared with the people who matter most. ✨🎁

05/12/2025

In light of the difficult weather conditions and challenges currently affecting many people in Sri Lanka, the SLSAJ Executive Committee wishes to extend our heartfelt thoughts to everyone impacted. We understand that this situation may have caused difficulties for some of our members and contributors.

Considering these circumstances, we have extended the deadline for submitting extended abstracts for the SLSAJ Annual Research Conference 2025.

02/12/2025