The Okayama University International Alumni Association (OUIAA) will hold an online Alumni Career Talk featuring Mr. Lin Thu Kha Htaik (William), an Okayama University alumnus currently working at Ryobi Holdings.

This event is designed for international students interested in working in Japan. It provides an opportunity to hear firsthand experiences of Japanese workplace culture, career development, and the challenges of transitioning from university life to professional life.

William, a former MEXT scholar, participated in the One Young World 2024 Summit and founded TEDxOkayamaUniversity during his studies at Okayama University.

In addition to sharing his career journey and experiences working in Japan, William will offer practical advice for international students. Participants will also have the opportunity to ask questions directly during the Q&A session.

Event Details

Date and Time: Saturday, December 12, 2026, 13:00–14:00 (JST)

Format: Online via Zoom (the meeting link will be sent to registered participants by email before the event)

Language: English

Participation Fee: Free

Guest Speaker: Mr. Lin Thu Kha Htaik (William) — Okayama University Alumnus / Ryobi Holdings

Target Participants: Okayama University international students interested in working in Japan

Program

• 13:00–13:05 — Opening and speaker introduction
• 13:05–13:15 — Speaker introduction and career journey
• 13:15–13:40 — Working in Japan: workplace culture, challenges, and career advice
• 13:40–13:55 — Q&A session
• 13:55–14:00 — Closing

The program is subject to change.

Registration

Please register through the following form by Wednesday, December 9, 2026, 11:59 p.m. (JST) .

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdg6DsVmKtiu4IQUoA3AWKVyacYxwnEVPqnvOFJlKcPAczTVw/viewform

Contact

Secretariat of the Okayama University International Alumni Association (OUIAA)
International Affairs Division, Okayama University

TEL: +81-86-251-7048
E-mail: ouiaa@adm.okayama-u.ac.jp