The Bangkok Tomonkai is a Waseda alumni association in Thailand with over 50 years of history and around 300 members, connecting Japanese residents across generations, professions, and ages. Through regular gatherings, golf events, study sessions, and volunteer activities, it provides a strong sense of community and a link to Waseda University for alumni living abroad. The association also highlights the appeal of Bangkok, a city blending tradition, innovation, diverse cultures, and comfortable living. Members value the friendships, support, and opportunities for personal and professional growth that come from being part of this vibrant overseas alumni network.
The group was recently featured in Waseda Gakuho, a bimonthly publication of the Waseda University Alumni Association (WUAA). For the English version, which includes additional information about the Bangkok Tomonkai as well as messages from the chairperson and members, please visit the WUAA website here.
Waseda University recognizes its alumni as an essential part of the Waseda community and takes great pride in the many distinguished individuals who have made significant contributions in fields such as politics, business, science and technology, literature, sports, and film. As the university approaches its 150th anniversary in 2032, it continues to strengthen alumni engagement and share updates on initiatives under Waseda Vision 150, its strategic framework for advancing Waseda as a globally recognized university.
Together with the Waseda University Alumni Association (WUAA), founded in 1885, the University supports a worldwide alumni network of more than 600,000 graduates, fostering connections among alumni while providing support for current students. Today, approximately 70 overseas Tomonkai groups operate around the world, welcoming alumni and visitors alike and serving as valuable communities that connect Waseda graduates across borders.