Our latest Otemachi Toastmasters meeting was filled with engaging stories, cultural discoveries, and opportunities to strengthen our communication skills. Members shared their summer memories, personal journeys, and reflections, making it another warm and inspiring evening at OTMC.
🎤 Meeting Theme “Human Connection” & Word of the Evening: “RAPPORT”
Ayesha served as the Toast Masters of the Evening, and the meeting theme was “Human Connection”.
The Word of the Evening was introduced by Kazuya, who explained that rapport means a friendly and harmonious relationship or connection with others.
The theme and WoE were perfect for a Toastmasters meeting, where building connections and creating a supportive atmosphere are at the heart of what we do.
⏱️ Toastmasters Tips & Base Camp Training
Mat provided a helpful walkthrough of Base Camp, explaining how members can navigate their educational pathways, complete projects, and keep their achievements up to date.
🌻 Table Topics – Summer Experiences
Hidori led an entertaining Table Topics session centered around summer.
Members shared a variety of summer memories and experiences.
The session demonstrated once again how Table Topics can turn everyday experiences into opportunities for spontaneous storytelling and connection.
🗣️ Prepared Speeches
Two memorable speeches took the audience on very different but equally fascinating journeys.
🎵 Mat delivered a storytelling speech about discovering and listening to traditional Japanese music while driving. He shared a particularly memorable experience involving a song by Hibari Misora, whose lyrics reflected on life’s journey and growing older. His story showed how music can unexpectedly connect us with culture and personal memories.
🌊 Chloe shared her inspiring journey from Hong Kong to Japan, using Bruce Lee’s famous philosophy of “Be water” as the central message of her speech. She talked about following her passion for Japanese music and culture even when it made her different from those around her. She shared her new challenge related with her passion and dream.
👏 Evaluation Session
Noritama and Takako provided thoughtful and constructive feedback to the speakers.
Highlights included:
• 👍 Praise for confident and engaging delivery
• 🧩 Suggestions for strengthening speech structure and adding more detail
• ⏸️ Encouragement to make better use of pauses for greater impact
• 💬 Feedback on how storytelling and personal experiences can make speeches more memorable
The Ah-Counter report by Deni also helped members become more aware of filler words and repeated expressions, providing practical tips for improving fluency and confidence.
🏆 Award Session
🎉 Best Table Topics Speaker: Max
🎉 Best Evaluator: Hitomi
🎉 Best Prepared Speakers:Chloe
📢 Upcoming Events
🌍 World Championship of Public Speaking – Final Stage Viewing Event cheering Carlos 🎖️
🍺 Summer Beer Party – August 26
Through sharing our experiences, listening to one another, and supporting each other’s growth, we continue to build stronger connections within our OTMC community.
Let’s keep learning, sharing, and inspiring one another! 🌻✨
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