Lynnwood Game Night Event

Welcome to the Lynnwood Game Night Event, hosted by Japan Seattle ABC Network! This event is part of our cultural programming focused on building meaningful connections between Japan and Seattle through Academics, Business, and Culture (ABC). This event is designed for: English speakers learning Japanese Japanese speakers learning English Mixed cultural exchange Socialization with fellow language learners Board and Card game enthusiasts Whether you are here to practice language, learn about culture, or meet new people, we’re happy to have you join us. ## EVENT PURPOSE & FORMAT This is a casual, semi-structured* event. The primary goals are: Practicing language through Japanese board and card games Encouraging cross-cultural exchange Creating a respectful, inclusive community space Feel free to bring study materials or discussion topics if relevant. Basic knowledge of hiragana and/or basic Japanese vocabulary is HIGHLY recommended. * ## EVENT STRUCTURE / AGENDA* The structure of this event may be adjusted based on group size and needs. A sample flow is below: 6PM – Arrival, free talk, settling in 6:15 PM – Break out into tables based on game or level & self introduction in small groups. (variable based on participant demographic) 7:45 PM- Clean up and → prepare to move to restaurant (let host know if you would like a ride) 8:00 PM \- Game portion of the Event officially concludes by this time\. Optional dinner at a nearby restaurant if participant interest\. \~9:00 PM \- Variable end time\. People like to hang out and chat at the restaurant\, so feel free to check out with the host at any time\. Hosts may guide seating, groupings, or language use to ensure a balanced experience for all participants. * ## PARTICIPATION & LANGUAGE GUIDELINES* To protect the experience for everyone: Please use the designated language during language-specific segments * Be…