🍊maga(ZINE): October
October 2025 It's that time of year again! The air is crisp, the leaves are turning, the taikos are drumming, and a brand new…
Appreciate and Eradicate them Critters!
Yat (Matt/Matthew) Yeung 2024 Arrival, JHS ALT in Iyo City (Futami) Gundam/Pokémon/League of Legends/Stardew Valley Nerd (cough, cough... specialist*) G’day everyone! This Matt from Iyo City, Futami. I am entering…
🍊maga(ZINE): September
September 2025 Still Going Strong! Summer is past, school is back in full swing, and we're celebrating! What you ask? This month marks the…
Brush, Chisel, Elegance – Tokushima
Justin Dobbs 2025-2026 MIKAN BLOG Editor Justin is a third year JET based on the edge of Ehime in Shikokuchuo. He enjoys hiking, cycling, coffee, and getting lost exploring the island.It…
Shipping Boxes of Ships by Ships and Planes
Yat (Matt/Matthew) Yeung 2024 Arrival, JHS ALT in Iyo City (Futami) Gundam/Pokémon/League of Legends/Stardew Valley Nerd (cough, cough... specialist*) G’day everyone! This Matt from Iyo City, Futami. I am entering…
🍊maga(ZINE): August
August 2025 Welcome to the Island From Ehime to Nagasaki, this month's edition of the Mikan maga(ZINE) takes us from one island to another.…
The Art of Azechi Umetarō
William (Will) Taylor 2025 Arrival, in Kume Matsuyama Will is a second year ALT in Matsuyama's best district, Kume. He can usually be found on his bike, heading to an…
That’s a Wrap! – 2025 Welcome Dinner
Welcome 2025 JETs! Grab your sunscreen and your sense of adventure—because you’ve just landed in the world of Mikans! Picture this: stunning coastlines 🏖️,…
Final Year Flex
Final Year Flex July is a special time for everyone on JET. Either you just arrived, you’re a seasoned veteran, or, as many of…