EN – Harrow Appi

White Season Concert 2025

Posted on December 3, 2025December 3, 2025 by Gloria

Congratulations to all our students who took part in the White Season Concert, Harrow Appi Japan’s annual celebration to welcome the White Season! ❄️

Over 60 students shared their talent and dedication, performing pieces they had spent weeks perfecting for the whole school and visiting guests. From solo performances to ensemble pieces, the concert was a beautiful showcase of creativity, skill, and the hard work of our young musicians. The audience had so much fun – singing along to the festive classics, nodding to the rhythm, and fully immersing themselves in the spirit of the season.

A huge well done to everyone involved – your music brought warmth and joy as the White Season began!

Weekends at Harrow Appi Japan

Posted on December 3, 2025December 3, 2025 by Gloria

One frequently asked question we get as a full-boarding school is “what do full-boarding students actually get up to on the weekend?” At Harrow Appi Japan, weekends are not just for resting – they’re for discovering new passions, building confidence, and exploring the world around them.

Our Optional Expeditions Programme, designed by the Expeditions Team, gives students the chance to experience the outdoors in new and meaningful ways. And while most teenagers might choose a long lie-in, our students were up early last weekend, heading straight to the climbing gym to challenge themselves, support one another, and push past their comfort zones.

It’s all part of our commitment to helping students learn about themselves – not just in the classroom, but in every corner of the beautiful environment they call home.

Students perform at Morioka Malios Hall

Posted on December 3, 2025December 3, 2025 by Gloria

Last weekend, three of our talented musicians — Yuma, Ayaka, and Takuto — took to the stage at Morioka’s Malios Hall, performing on the stunning Steinway piano as part of a concert celebrating the work of Sakuraba Sensei’s students.

A group of Harrow Appi students travelled to cheer them on, and our performers delivered beautiful, confident renditions of works by Handel and Chopin. Their poise, musicality, and dedication were evident in every note.

A truly special afternoon, and a wonderful showcase of the talent nurtured within our Music Department.

White Season has arrived!

Posted on December 3, 2025December 3, 2025 by Gloria

In true Appi fashion, the snow has arrived far earlier than expected — and in just one night, the landscape has been transformed into a winter wonderland. Students wrapped up warm and headed outside, swapping trainers for snow boots as they waded through fresh powder that reached up to their knees.

With the usual trails hidden beneath a thick blanket of snow, they carved out new paths of their own, embracing the adventure and making the most of Appi’s extraordinary natural environment before the end of term.

Early snow, endless exploration. Only at Harrow Appi Japan!

Ogata Formal Dinner 2025

Posted on December 3, 2025December 3, 2025 by Gloria

Ogata House hosted a truly memorable Formal Dinner last week — an evening marked by care, creativity, and connection. Students put remarkable effort into the event, crafting personalised invitations and beautifully handwritten place cards that set the tone for a special night.

This was also the first Formal Dinner of the year that came with a seating plan, carefully decided by the students to encourage all students and Beaks to sit with someone new, spark fresh conversations, and strengthen bonds across the House.

A wonderful evening of elegance, friendship, and House spirit — an Ogata tradition proudly upheld.

Harrow Appi Japan Student named U14 Champion at the Nautique IWWF Asia Wakefest Competition

Posted on December 3, 2025December 3, 2025 by Gloria

We are delighted to share that Harrow Appi Japan student Lucas has been named U14 Champion at the Nautique IWWF Asia Wakefest Hong Kong 2025 — an outstanding achievement and a testament to his dedication and drive.

As a school less ordinary, we take great pride in the diverse range of sports our students pursue — many of them on a global stage. At Harrow Appi Japan, we empower every student to discover their own path, and we nurture their growth so they can succeed wherever in the world their passions take them.

Congratulations, Lucas, on this remarkable accomplishment!

Derby Day: Harrow Appi Japan vs Rugby School Japan

Posted on December 3, 2025December 3, 2025 by Gloria

The first Derby Day of this academic year saw our students travel to Rugby School Japan for a high-energy day of competition — and Harrow Appi emerged as the overall champions! From dominant defence in junior boys’ basketball to a thrilling senior team comeback, our athletes set an impressive tone from the start.

Across badminton, tennis, and girls’ basketball, every match showcased determination and skill. The girls’ tennis team achieved a perfect record, badminton finished 1–1 overall, and the girls’ basketball team secured a confident win. On the football pitch, the girls claimed a 2–1 victory, while the boys delivered a dramatic match featuring a spectacular 25-yard free kick from Genki before Rugby found the final goal.

A fantastic day of teamwork, passion, and Harrow spirit. Congratulations to all our students for representing Harrow Appi Japan with pride on and off the field.

From Appi Kogen to Tokyo: Art and D&T Trip

Posted on December 3, 2025December 3, 2025 by Gloria

Our Art students recently spent an inspiring weekend in Tokyo, exploring creativity, culture, and connection.

Led by Mr Higgins, the group met representatives from Arts University Bournemouth who shared insights into their Art and Design courses, alongside alumni who showcased their work and spoke about their creative journeys. Students also explored the Watari Museum of Contemporary Art, featuring works by renowned artists Osgemeos and Barry McGee, before taking in the vibrant streets of Harajuku.

And of course — no trip to Tokyo is complete without great food! From pancakes to okonomiyaki, it was a weekend full of art, inspiration, and discovery.

Thank you, Mr Higgins, for an extraordinary weekend that brought art to life beyond the classroom!

Weekends at Harrow Appi Japan

Posted on December 3, 2025December 3, 2025 by Gloria

Weekends at Harrow Appi Japan are a balance of rest, exploration, and independent growth.

This student reflection offers a glimpse into life on campus — from morning routines and weekend sports to time spent with friends and moments of quiet study. While weekends are a chance to recharge, they’re also about learning how to use time wisely, build healthy habits, and enjoy new experiences beyond the classroom.

No two weekends are ever the same, and that’s what makes boarding life at Harrow Appi Japan so unique!

Remembrance Day Assembly

Posted on December 3, 2025December 3, 2025 by Gloria

During our Remembrance Day Assembly at Harrow Appi Japan, we reflected on the bravery and sacrifice of those who gave their lives in the First World War. Students shared the stories of three Harrovians who lost their lives in battle, honouring not just the fallen, but those who, more than 100 years ago, sacrificed their education and their futures to fight a war that shaped the world.

Students also read war poetry by those who had made it home, their words captured the loss, courage, and humanity of that generation. The assembly concluded with a moving performance of “The Last Post”, performed by one of our students alongside our Head of Music — a poignant tradition played each year around the world to mark remembrance.

As the final note faded, our community observed a moment of silence to remember the fallen and reflect on how fortunate we are today.

“At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them.”