Omotesando Toastmasters Club, ex-Tozai, Tokyo

Omotesando Toastmasters Club, ex-Tozai, Tokyo Meetings: 19:15-20:45 on the 2nd and the 4th Monday in Tokyo Womens' Plaza, Omotesando, regularly. Please come see what it is like as a guest. Chikako Ishizuka.

Omotesando (ex-Tozai) Toastmasters Club / Where leaders are made
Mission
To develop and improve their public speaking abilities through local club meetings, training seminars and speech contests

Club Overview
Toastmasters International is a non-profit organization which gives its members the opportunity to develop and improve their public speaking abilities through local club meetings, training seminars and speech contests. Toastmasters International includes more than 199,000 men and women in more than 9,300 clubs in more than 70 countries. Omotesando (ex-Tozai) Toastmasters Club is one of the clubs in Omotesando, Tokyo, Japan. Description
In Omotesando (ex-Tozai) TMC, members can maximize learnig opportunities by speaking much to groups and working with others in a flexible, friendly and supportive environment. In a typical Toastmasters club meeting, every member can practice conducting meetings, giving impromptu speeches, presenting prepared speeches, and offering constructive evaluation. An experienced member has a chance to run a discussion including a panel discussion or brain-storming or perform a leadership presentation or workshop. More than that, members enjoy English chatting in a restaurant near the venue after regular meetings. General Information

Experienced professionals and beginning speakers alike can benefit from our practical, face-to-face learning program. Whether you're speaking to the board of directors, your customers, your co-workers or your kids, Toastmasters can help you do it better. You'll learn and practice in a friendly, comfortable environment with people who are there for the same reason you are—to become better communicators. Company president, univ. professor, director or manager of famous companies, IT experts, English teacher, etc are the members of Omotesando TMC. Guests are more than welcome. Please come to the venue a little before 19:00 on 2nd or 4th Monday directly or by contacting Vice President Public Relations Mr. Takuya Misawa, or Vice President Memership Ms.

10/06/2026
our next meeting will take place on 27th April and it will be online!
16/04/2026

our next meeting will take place on 27th April and it will be online!

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09/03/2026

Omotesando Toastmasters Club – Meeting Report

March 10 | Tokyo Women’s Plaza

On March 10, Omotesando Toastmasters Club held an engaging meeting at Tokyo Women’s Plaza. The meeting welcomed three wonderful guests, adding fresh perspectives and lively participation throughout the evening.

The Word of the Evening was “Awe,” which inspired members and guests to reflect on moments that moved, surprised, or inspired them.

Prepared Speeches

The meeting featured two interesting prepared speeches.

Speaker 1 explored how something unexpected can become viral on the internet. The speech described a photo that spread widely online—not because it was beautiful, but because people criticized it and mocked it. The speaker reflected on how quickly online communities react and how digital culture can amplify both positive and negative attention.

Speaker 2 shared a warm and personal story about home gardening, a hobby that began during the COVID-19 pandemic. What started as a simple activity gradually grew into a meaningful passion. The speaker described growing vegetables and even welcoming fellow Toastmasters members to visit the garden, demonstrating how hobbies can strengthen friendships and community.

Table Topics Session

The Table Topics session encouraged participants to reflect on moments that inspire awe or leave lasting impressions.

One response highlighted the excitement surrounding the upcoming 2026 Winter Olympics, particularly a love for figure skating and admiration for the dedication of athletes.

A guest who joined from Kawasaki, originally from Canada, shared a meaningful moment about receiving seeds from the speaker’s garden and growing vegetables at home—showing how simple acts of sharing can create connections.

Another memorable story described a beauty contest initiative designed to strengthen friendship between India and Japan, highlighting how cultural exchange and positive stories can inspire communities.

Other creative questions included:
• If you were a farmer, what vegetable would you grow? (One answer: zucchini.)
• What do you hope to experience in the future? (Watching sports like baseball or basketball while enjoying the atmosphere of a lively bar.)
• What childhood moment moved you the most?

Reflection

The meeting reminded us that moments of awe can come from many places—sports, nature, personal stories, and human connection. With inspiring speeches, thoughtful Table Topics, and the participation of our guests, it was another memorable evening for the Omotesando Toastmasters community.

We look forward to welcoming everyone again at our future meetings.

🌿 Omotesando Toastmasters Club – Meeting ReportTheme: CozyWe enjoyed another warm and engaging meeting filled with story...
23/02/2026

🌿 Omotesando Toastmasters Club – Meeting Report
Theme: Cozy

We enjoyed another warm and engaging meeting filled with storytelling and supportive feedback.

🎤 Our first speaker shared a memorable story about their adventurous dog who swallowed a toy during a pet store visit — leading to a stressful rush to the vet and a surprising discovery of several unexpected “souvenirs” in the dog’s stomach! A humorous yet emotional reminder of how much our pets mean to us.

🏆 Our second speaker delivered a contest practice speech followed by a valuable group evaluation session. Good luck in the upcoming contest!

💬 Table Topics invited reflections on graduation memories, life departures, personal turning points, cherry blossoms, and expectations for spring.

📘 Grammarian highlighted vivid expressions and strong emotional language, while the Ah-Counter reported very low filler word usage — great speaking discipline by everyone!

📅 Next Meeting: March 9
📍 Tokyo Women’s Plaza (Omotesando)
💻 Hybrid Meeting

✨ Guests are always welcome — why not join us?

住所

桜丘町23番21号
Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
150-0031

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