Dāna Education Group

Day 1: Arrival in Japan – September 30, 2025

The excitement in the air was palpable as I landed at Narita Airport in Tokyo. After a long flight, I could already feel the energy of Japan enveloping me. The first day was all about getting settled, and the orientation session was a great introduction to the program. We were given an overview of what to expect, and it quickly became clear that Japan was going to offer me much more than I anticipated.

I was also introduced to my fellow exchange participants and a little about their own backgrounds. There was an immediate sense of camaraderie, and I looked forward to learning from others during this trip. Later in the afternoon, I attended an interesting lecture about “PLATEAU”—a 3D city modeling project, which gave me a glimpse into how Japan is blending technology and urban planning.

By evening, I was…

Join us for a joyful and cultural afternoon as we celebrate Songkran — the traditional New Year festival celebrated across Southeast Asia!

🌸 What is Songkran?

Songkran marks the traditional New Year in Thailand and is widely celebrated in countries like Myanmar (Thingyan), Laos (Pi Mai), and Cambodia (Chaul Chnam Thmey). Rooted in Buddhist and Hindu traditions, Songkran is a time for renewal, cleansing, gratitude, and joy. Water plays a central role, symbolizing the washing away of the old year’s misfortunes and welcoming blessings for the year ahead.

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Dāna Education Songkran Celebration

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