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Vietnam's Japanese Reading Contest Final

On October 25, 2025, the final of the Vietnamese Japanese Reading Contest was held at Hanoi University, co-hosted by MEIKO NETWORK VIETNAM, a local subsidiary of Meiko Network Japan, and Hanoi University. This event marks the third annual collaboration aimed at enhancing cultural exchange through language education between Vietnam and Japan.

The reading contest is a significant initiative set as part of a broader Japanese language education training program. It stands out as one of the largest Japanese cultural events in Vietnam, which will continue into the next year to deepen mutual understanding and cultural ties between the two nations.

2025 Contest Overview

This year, a total of 126 participants from all over Vietnam registered for the contest, with 15 advancing to the finals after a rigorous selection process. Participants, ranging from elementary to university students, showcased their reading skills split into three categories: novice, intermediate, and advanced.

Each category's winners are awarded with opportunities for short-term study trips to Japan, enhancing their language skills while experiencing the culture firsthand.

Categories of Participation

• - Novice Level: Participants demonstrated their ability to express emotions through performances of Japanese fairy tales, focusing on their expressive capabilities.
• - Intermediate Level: Contestants read excerpts from Japanese novels, with emphasis on effective emotional expression and interpretation.
• - Advanced Level: A challenging task required contestants to translate Vietnamese fairy tales into Japanese and summarize the story's moral in their own words, pushing the boundaries of their linguistic mastery.

Three participants were awarded the title of Best in category among the finalists.

Co-hosting Organizations

MEIKO NETWORK VIETNAM COMPANY LIMITED

• - Established: August 2022
• - Director: NGUYEN THI TU
• - Address: Tang 2, Khu TTTM V+, 505 Minh Khai, Phuong Vinh Tuy, Thanh pho Ha Noi, Viet Nam
• - Business Overview: This organization provides practical Japanese language education aimed at individuals hoping to work in Japanese companies or seeking employment in Japan. They develop curriculums that not only enhance language proficiency but also equip learners with the necessary mindset for business in Japan.
• - Future Directions: MEIKO NETWORK aims to enhance Japanese education targeted at students, from junior high to university levels, focusing on education and human resource development.

Hanoi University

Hanoi University is recognized as one of Vietnam's premier foreign language educational institutions. Since the establishment of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Japan in 1973, it has maintained a long-standing history of excellence in Japanese education. In collaboration with Meiko Network Japan, the university has been involved in a training project for Vietnamese nurses and caregivers, contributing significantly to the development of educational practices tailored to the Vietnamese context.

Expansion of Japanese Language Education by Meiko Network Japan

Meiko Network Japan has consistently received a contract from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for five years to implement pre-departure Japanese training for Vietnamese nurse candidates and caregivers. Collaborating with local subsidiariesและ universities, the company is committed to promoting Japanese language educational endeavors.

Focusing on education, Meiko Network Japan aims to expand its initiatives to foster foreign talent while supporting businesses in their hiring processes, thereby increasing opportunities for various individuals in society.

Corporate Vision of Meiko Network Japan

At the core of its mission, the company strives to create memorable experiences that affirm the potential of individuals. Their vision is to become a facilitating entity that opens doors to brighter futures, exemplified through a variety of educational services ranging from tutoring to independent learning programs.