Volunteer applications will open in February 2026.

The Japan Bowl relies on enthusiastic volunteers to make the 34th National Japan Bowl a success.

The 34th National Japan Bowl will take place on April 17-18, 2026 at Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies in downtown DC. Our volunteers assist in a variety of tasks including event check-in, preliminary round monitoring, and ushering just to name a few. All volunteers will receive a Japan Bowl t-shirt and goodie bag at the event.

If you have questions about volunteer opportunities, please email us at japanbowl@jaswdc.org.