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Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur
30 March – 02 April 2026
About Japan-ASEAN Youth Summit (JAYS) 2026
The Japan-ASEAN Youth Summit (JAYS) is an international platform that connects high school students from Japan, ASEAN Member States, and Timor-Leste to collaborate, learn, and lead change for a better future. Through a four-day program of expert lectures, hands-on workshops, site visits, and cross-cultural exchanges, participants will co-create ideas addressing regional challenges around education and climate resilience.
This year’s theme, “Designing an Inclusive and Sustainable Future,” echoes ASEAN’s 2025 Chairmanship vision of Inclusivity and Sustainability—ensuring that every voice matters in shaping our shared tomorrow. Co-organized by Multilateral Interaction with Students (MIS) and ASEAN Youth Organization (AYO), the program is designed for wider interaction among young leaders across Asia. It has included networking, collaboration, and the opportunity to learn from top experts on various topics that could provide insights into academic progression and future careers for Japan and ASEAN youth high schoolers!
Objectives
The Japan-ASEAN Youth Summit (JAYS) is more than a gathering. It is a bridge connecting young leaders across Asia. Each year, the summit is guided by clear and purposeful objectives designed to empower participants and strengthen regional collaboration.
Program Detail & Agenda
The Japan-ASEAN Youth Summit will be held in Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, from 30 March to 02 April 2026.
The summit has pre-assignment sessions via online, which creates the spirit and prepares the atmosphere of the delegates before the three days of the summit.
- Lectures
The delegates will be equipped with the capacity as young leaders by presenting materials from the experts and government officials, with discussion topics of Urban Development. - Site Visits
The program will provide the opportunity to experience the field’s realm through site visits in urban infrastructure. - Workshop
To follow up on the delegate’s perspective after the prominent lectures and site visit, the program has a session to share the insights from lectures and site visits, and an exercise to identify and formulate solutions to the identified issues. - Final Presentation
Sum Up! The 3 days of experiences will be summed up at the presentation, and the participant will share their experiences throughout the session. The team with a great evaluation assessment will receive recognition and an award!
Applicant Requirement
- The applicant should be from ASEAN member states and of Japanese nationality, aged 15-18 years old, who are currently enrolled in high school
- The applicant should ensure that they have a keen interest in environmental & development sectors so that it ensures the commitment to attend and follow all required agendas excitedly.
- Has prepared a recommendation letter from the school or compiled certificates of your achievements.
- Need to ensure the applicant has the passport active for at least 6 months after April 2026
- Please download the Guardian/ParentalApproval Form HERE
Pricing & Fee Coverage
PRICING OPTIONS
Option 1: PACKAGE SHARING ROOM HOTEL – IDR 5.700.000 ➡️ DISCOUNTED PRICE IDR 3.667.500 UNTIL JANUARY 25.
Option 2: PACKAGE WITHOUT HOTEL – IDR 2.460.000
Option 3: PARTNER & AYO MEMBER PACKAGE WITH HOTEL – IDR 2.960.000
FEE COVERAGE
3 times meals/day during the program, 1 meal on arrival, Airport Transfer, Meeting Package, and Program Fee
IMPORTANT
- The program fee above excludes flight tickets.
- The guardian should cover their flight ticket. The rest of the accommodation during the event and program fee will covered by event coordination.
Social Impacts
Since its inception, the Japan–ASEAN Youth Summit (JAYS) has become a vital platform for empowering young people across Asia. The 2025 edition marked a milestone as the first international exchange program dedicated to high school students from Japan and ASEAN, successfully fostering real-world learning, cross-cultural dialogue, and collaborative problem-solving.
Building on this strong foundation, JAYS 2026 aims to achieve an even greater social impact. Through immersive site visits and expert-led sessions, participants will engage with leading organizations across sectors such as public health, innovation, and sustainable development. These hands-on experiences strengthen students’ understanding of regional challenges and inspire them to think critically, act collaboratively, and contribute meaningfully to their communities.
Accessibility remains at the heart of JAYS. The program’s low participation cost allows students from diverse economic backgrounds to join, ensuring inclusivity and democratizing global opportunities for youth. In 2025, many delegates attended their first international event through JAYS, underscoring the summit’s role in breaking barriers and expanding educational access. The program also demonstrated strong online engagement, reaching over 250,000 viewers across social media and amplifying its impact far beyond the participants themselves.
As JAYS continues to rotate host countries each year, the initiative deepens regional cooperation by exposing students to a variety of social and cultural contexts. These cross-border connections nurture long-term networks of young leaders who are committed to equity, sustainability, and partnership between Japan and ASEAN.
In an era of both shared challenges and unprecedented diversity, JAYS 2026 stands as a space where youth can learn, lead, and collaborate toward a more inclusive and sustainable region. With continued support from partner institutions and the dedication of its participants, the summit will keep inspiring a generation of globally minded, socially conscious future leaders.
Register and save your slot now!
Registration:
30th November 2024 – 25th January 2025
The payment will be completed no later than Saturday, 1st February 2025 at 23.59 GMT +7
