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The People

The Minds Behind
the Centre

A dedicated team of faculty, cultural coordinators, and student leaders who bring the Woxsen Japan Centre to life every day.

Leadership

Director

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Woxsen Japan Centre

Dr. Brundaban Mishra

Director

Dr. Mishra leads the Centre with a vision to create the most impactful Indo-Japanese academic bridge in South Asia. With deep expertise in international relations and academic administration, he has been instrumental in establishing partnerships with Japanese universities, government bodies, and industry leaders.

PhD, International Relations
Former JASSO Fellow
15+ years in academic leadership
Faculty

Our Instructors

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Japanese Language
Prof. Ananya Sharma
Head of Language Programs

Certified JLPT instructor with 12 years of experience in Japanese language pedagogy. Trained at Waseda University, she brings a curriculum shaped by cultural immersion and communicative competence.

· JLPT N1 Certified
· MA Japanese Studies, Waseda University
· JASSO Scholarship Alumna
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Cultural Programs
Mr. Kenji Watanabe
Cultural Affairs Coordinator

Liaison between Woxsen and Japanese partner institutions, Mr. Watanabe facilitates cultural programs, delegation visits, and festival events. His deep knowledge of both Indian and Japanese cultural contexts makes him an invaluable bridge-builder.

· BA Cultural Studies, Kyoto University
· Certified Japanese Language Teacher
· 8 years in Indo-Japan relations
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Research & Collaborations
Dr. Priya Nair
Academic Partnerships Lead

Dr. Nair manages Woxsen's academic collaborations with Japanese universities, including Osaka University and Nara Japan Centre. She coordinates student exchange programs, joint research initiatives, and faculty visits.

· PhD, Comparative Education
· Osaka University Exchange Fellow
· Published researcher in Indo-Japan studies
Wa Community

Student
Leadership

The Wa Community is student-led. These are the members who have earned their place through dedication, cultural curiosity, and service to the community.

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大
Taishi
Arjun Mehta
Community Head

Computer Science, 3rd Year. JLPT N3 candidate. Leads the Wa Community with a focus on building genuine cultural connections.

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先
Senpai
Priya Krishnan
Events Coordinator

MBA International Business, 2nd Year. Organizes all cultural events and festival experiences for the community.

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先
Senpai
Rahul Sharma
Language Circle Lead

B.Des Industrial Design, 3rd Year. JLPT N4 certified. Runs weekly language practice sessions for all levels.

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仲
Nakama
Sneha Reddy
Cultural Ambassador

B.Com Finance, 2nd Year. Bridges the gap between academic programs and cultural activities for new members.

Structure

How We're
Organized

Director
Dr. Brundaban Mishra
Faculty
Language · Cultural · Academic
Community Leadership
Taishi · Senpai · Nakama
Student Members
Kansatsu — Open Enrollment
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Something Meaningful

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