In-person • monthly
Liberdade Meetup
São Paulo, SP
Gather in Liberdade to share food and practice language.
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For Japanese & Nikkei people living in Brazil.
Connections that feel like home.
A private community for Japanese people and descendants in Brazil to meet, speak their language, share culture, and support each other in life and work. São Paulo to Manaus, everyone is welcome.
Why this exists
Holding on to Japanese identity while living in Brazil
Living in Brazil as someone connected to Japan means navigating two worlds. You don't have to do it alone.
A place where you can be fully both
Your Japanese side doesn't have to be hidden, your Portuguese doesn't have to be perfect, and your bicultural background is a strength.
What you'll experience
- Meet Japanese and Nikkei people nearby
- Speak any mix of 日本語, Português, or English
- Share experiences about life between cultures
- Stay connected to Japanese traditions
Community & features
What you'll find inside
Membership gives you access to a curated, Japan-focused community across Brazil—online and in real life.
Networking
Japanese & Nikkei professionals
Connect with bilingual colleagues and Japan-Brazil companies. Share job leads and explore opportunities between Brazil and Japan.
Local groups
City & neighborhood-based connections
Find others in Liberdade, Mooca, Curitiba, Rio, or your city—"Kansai in São Paulo", "Nikkei in Paraná", and more.
Language circles
Japanese & mixed-language groups
Join small circles where you can talk in Japanese, Portuguese, or English about daily life in Brazil and your connection with Japan.
Students
Student & young adult circles
Meet Japanese and Nikkei students & young professionals navigating university, estágio, and first jobs in Brazil.
Interests
Anime, food, music & more
Join circles around anime, j-pop, samba, food, entrepreneurship, and more—mixing Japanese and Brazilian culture.
Support
Culture & emotional well-being
Attend gentle sessions about culture shock, family expectations, and life between Japan and Brazil.
Meetups & networking
Connect across Brazil
From São Paulo to Manaus—find friends, collaborators, and mentors who share your story.
Meet nearby, connect easily
- Filter by language, industry, or interests
- Join safe, moderated groups
- Control what you share
Community first
No ads
No swiping
Meetups & events
Gatherings across Brazil
In-person and virtual meetups created by and for the Japanese community.
Virtual • recurring
Professionals Brasil
Online ・ Brazil-wide
Network with Japanese professionals in tech and business.
In-person • biweekly
Nikkei Families
Curitiba, PR
For families raising kids between cultures.
Host your own meetup and invite members who share your interests.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is this community?
A private community for Japanese and Nikkei people living in Brazil to meet, share culture, and support one another.
Who is this for?
For anyone with Japanese heritage, who lived in Japan, or has deep connections to Japanese culture—now living in Brazil.
Do I need to speak Japanese?
No. Members mix Japanese, Portuguese, and English. Join groups that match your comfort level.
Where are members located?
Across Brazil—São Paulo, Rio, Curitiba, Brasília, Manaus, and more. Online events connect everyone.
How do you keep it safe?
Identity checks, clear guidelines, and active moderation. Members can report issues anytime.
How much does it cost?
We offer free and premium plans, plus optional features. Details shared during application.
Join us
Your community awaits
Whether you've just arrived from Japan or grew up Nikkei in Brazil, there's a place here for you.
Applications reviewed for community safety
Human-centered community—not another noisy platform. Your data stays private.