The Japan Sea Cadet Corp:
The Japan Sea Cadet Corp is a corporation that trains groups of children from kindergarteners up to senior high school students by getting familiar with the sea.
We hope they develop the moral sense necessary for social life and become healthy and strong persons both physically and mentally.
Based on the idea that “Discipline is the foundation of training”, we suggest the following motto to the children and encourage them to put into practice.
“We will unite with a heart as wide as the ocean and be friends with everyone.”
“We will become “children of the sea” by training our body and nourishing our mind.”
Many maritime activities and events are waiting for you!
Training of Sea Cadets
The Sea Cadet Corp provides opportunities for Sea Cadets to get acquainted with the ocean, ships/vessels, and maritime skills, in order to foster the Youth who are good citizens of our maritime country, Japan.
Semaphore Flags
Using a pair of sema-phore flags, you can convey a message to a person who is distance away.
Cutter Rowing・Canoe Paddling
You will experience rowing and sailing a cutter and paddling a canoe.
On Board Experience
You will experience actual manoeuvring of ship and/or navigation on board a vessel.
Swimming
For maritime people, swimming is the most important activity.A motto of the Sea Cadet is “each and every Sea Cadet is good swimming”.
Ropework
You will learn various ways to tie ropes.
Festival of Sea Cadets
Since 2024, the National Assembly of Japan Sea Cadets has been divided into the ceremonial convention part and the festival part, which are held every other year.
The ceremonial convention is held in Tokyo with the Honorary President in attendance. We have the commendation ceremony where we recognize the members and leaders who have continued the activities of the Marine Corps for many years and report our daily activities.
The festival of Japan Sea Cadets holds competitions such as the sema-phore flags and rope work etc. in various regions throughout the country.
International Exchange Program
We provide specialized education, training, and the opportunity to travel abroad for qualified Japan Sea Cadets who have an interest in learning about the cultural differences and nautical traditions that strengthen us as a global community.
Creative Art Exhibition
You can send your artwork to a Sea Cadet Creative Art Contest.
Many prizes, including a prize from the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism are awarded to the winners.
Many prizes, including a prize from the Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism are awarded to the winners.
Recreation
Sea Cadets also enjoy many fun games and campfire during a break from traning.These kinds of informal sessions will enhance the peer solidarity, and encourage you to acquire sociable maners.
Volunteer Activities
Sea Cadets initiate many volunteer activities such as beach clean-up, cooperation in on-street fundraising campaigns, etc. Through those activities, you learn the importance of volunteer spirit and leadership.
