Key facts
- ASA Kerala calls NKC its flagship project, an integrated residential training complex inspired by AOTS training centres in Tokyo, Yokohama and Osaka.
- ASA Kerala lists 20 twin rooms, including 2 suites, plus the Golden Jubilee Hall, the Nishimura and Yamamoto seminar halls, 8 classrooms and a boardroom.
- The building also houses the offices of ASA Kerala, INJACK and IEEE Kerala, as well as startup incubation and co-working space.
- ASA Kerala membership is listed at ₹1,500 a year for students, ₹3,500 for professionals and ₹15,000 for corporates.
- The 7th National Convention on Innovative QC Teams was held on 24 May 2026 at KINFRA Hi-Tech Park, Kalamassery, coordinated by ASA Kerala.
Why the building exists
ASA Kerala says a senior member, Edgar Morris, first proposed an integrated residential training complex about 15 years ago. He had seen AOTS’s centres in Tokyo, Yokohama and Osaka, where trainees sleep, eat and study in one building, which keeps multi-day programmes cheap and simple. NKC follows that model and is offered to institutions and companies across India for their own training. The association calls the architecture Japanese-inspired. Visitors notice a red torii gate, a Zen garden, a tatami room and sakura planting.
What is inside, as listed by ASA Kerala
| Area | Listed facilities |
|---|---|
| Accommodation | 20 twin rooms including 2 suites; en-suite bathrooms; air conditioning; daily housekeeping; Wi-Fi; tea and coffee in rooms |
| Halls | Golden Jubilee Hall, a large auditorium to be renamed after Hozumi Goichi Sensei; Nishimura Hall and Yamamoto Hall for seminars |
| Training | 8 classrooms with audio-visual equipment; executive boardroom; breakout spaces |
| Offices | ASA Kerala, INJACK and IEEE Kerala offices; startup incubation and co-working space |
| Support | Japanese and management library; dining hall; parking; reception; backup power |
| Sustainability | Described as 100% solar-powered, with water conservation and natural ventilation |
Rooms and halls are booked through the “Book an Event” form on ASA Kerala’s website. Members get discounts on bookings. No room or hall rates are published, so ask for a quote.
What happens there
- Japanese language classes. ASA Kerala runs N5–N4 courses; see our course and fees guide.
- Quality and management training. AOTS alumni promote Japanese methods such as quality circles (QCC), quality improvement teams (QIT), kaizen and 5S. The 7th National Convention on Innovative QC Teams (NCIQCT 2026) was held on 24 May 2026 at KINFRA Hi-Tech Park, Kalamassery. The Federation of AOTS Alumni Associations of India organised it and ASA Kerala coordinated it.
- Training in Japan and internships. ASA Kerala lists AOTS-linked training in Japan and internships among its programmes, but it publishes no open calls. Members hear about them first.
- Events. ASA Kerala lists conferences, seminars, workshops, cultural events and webinars. Check its events page for current dates.
ASA Kerala membership
| Category | Fee listed | For |
|---|---|---|
| Student | ₹1,500 a year | Students: beginner programmes, language resources, networking, internship opportunities |
| Professional | ₹3,500 a year | Working professionals: advanced training, industry workshops, member portal |
| Corporate | ₹15,000 a year | Companies: staff access, facility discounts, corporate training, business matchmaking |
| Honorary | By invitation | People who have contributed significantly to Indo-Japan relations |
To join, you fill in the online form, submit documents such as educational or professional credentials, wait for the membership committee to approve you, and then pay. If you are taking the Japanese course or hoping to go to Japan, student membership mainly gets you into the network. That network of people who have trained or worked in Japan is often the most useful source of honest advice.
Contact and getting there
ASA Kerala lists its address as Nippon Kerala Centre, Kalamassery, Kochi. Phone: +91 75580 81097. Email: asanipponkerala@gmail.com. The centre is next to the Zamra convention centre near NUALS, about 1.1 km south-east of the NAD Road signal, and the nearest mapped bus stop is Nuals Junction. Our location guide has directions, and the KINFRA park guide covers the area around it.
If NKC’s rooms are full or beyond your budget for a long course, Ashraf Gents Hostel at the NAD Road signal offers men’s twin-sharing rooms on daily or monthly terms. Rates are confirmed on +91 90746 23855.
Frequently asked questions
Can anyone book a hall at Nippon Kerala Centre?
ASA Kerala says NKC is open to institutions and organisations across India for training and events. Booking is through the “Book an Event” form on its website, and members get discounts.
How much is ASA Kerala membership?
ASA Kerala lists ₹1,500 a year for students, ₹3,500 for professionals and ₹15,000 for corporates. Honorary membership is by invitation.
Does Nippon Kerala Centre have rooms to stay?
Yes. ASA Kerala lists 20 twin rooms, including 2 suites, with en-suite bathrooms, AC, Wi-Fi and housekeeping, mainly for training programmes and events. Rates are not published.
What is the QC convention held there?
The National Convention on Innovative QC Teams brings quality-circle teams together to present improvement projects. The 7th edition was held on 24 May 2026 at KINFRA Hi-Tech Park, Kalamassery, coordinated by ASA Kerala.
Related guides
Sources
- ASA Kerala: Facilities — Nippon Kerala Centre
- ASA Kerala: Membership
- ASA Kerala: 7th National Convention on Innovative QC Teams 2026
- ASA Kerala: About
- AOTS: Alumni Society of AOTS, Kerala Regional Centre
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