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Japanese American Day of Remembrance
Washington State History Museum 1911 Pacific Avenue, Tacoma, WA, United StatesJoin us for the 7th Annual Japanese American Day of Remembrance. This event will open with a resource fair to commemorate the eviction of Tacoma’s Japanese Americans and place this event within a larger context. Educators will learn more about the various sites, events, organizations, and people in western Washington who are teaching the public […]
Comedy Night: Laughs at Terry’s
Terry's Kitchen 5625 119th Ave SE, BellevueCindy Su Presents COMEDY NIGHT: LAUGHS AT TERRY'S Saturday, June 8, 2024 Doors open at 6 PM Show starts at 7 PM On June 8th, our restaurant transforms into a Comedy Club for a special night of laughs and delicious dining. We invite you to an evening of gut-busting comedy and delicious dining. Doors open […]
Summer Picnic at Lake Sammamish
Lake Sammamish State Park 2010 NW Sammamish Rd, IssaquahBring your whole family to join in this fun outdoor picnic event! 🥳🎉😋🍉🌭 🎙️ Summer Picnic at Lake Sammamish 📍 Lake Sammamish State Park 📅 Sunday, June 16, 2024 It will be a BYOL (Bring Your Own Lunch) style picnic but we have collaborated with various local vendors to supply a few Japanese and American […]
All Things Japanese Sale
Japanese Cultural and Community Center of Washington (JCCCW) 1414 S Weller St, Seattle, WA, United StatesWhen: Saturday, June 22nd (10 a.m. - 5 p.m.) & Sunday, June 23rd (10 a.m. - 2 p.m.) * Preview Sale on Friday, June 21st from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. (Admission Required, $30-$45) Where: Japanese Cultural & Community Center of Washington (JCCCW), 1414 S. Weller St., Seattle, WA 98144 What: The All Things Japanese […]
Ayame Kai Treasures Past and Present
Uwajimaya Corporate Office 4601 6th Ave S, SeattleThis outdoor parking lot event features individual and community groups selling pre-owned collectibles, artwork, handicrafts including boro and sashiko items,unique finds. Also includes donated Asian snacks and treats and unique finds. Ayame Kai's proceeds benefit Keiro NW elder care programs.
Unwoven: Threads of American Identity @ The Fishbowl
The Fishbowl 424 2nd Ave. West, SeattleThe Fishbowl Gallery’s current show ‘Unwoven’ delves into the complex question of who gets to claim the title "American.” It explores the experiences of those who exist outside the dominant narrative and who grapple with belonging in a nation built on a patchwork of histories. The show, open through July 26th, features works from QTBIPOC […]
Sogetsu School of Ikebana, Seattle Branch Summer 2024 Exhibition
Sogetsu Seattle Branch BBG exhibition flyer 2024 The Sogetsu Seattle Branch will present “Ikebana Art at the Garden,” an ikebana" exhibition to be held at the Bellevue Botanical Garden Aaron Education Center, 12001 Main St.,Bellevue, WA, on Friday, July 12 and Saturday, July 13, 2024. Exhibition hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on both […]
Jazz & Sake in the Garden
Seattle Japanese Garden 1075 Lake Washington Blvd E, Seattle, WA, United StatesJazz & Sake in the Garden is a rare opportunity to enjoy jazz while trying out a selection of sake in the beautiful setting of the Seattle Japanese Garden! Jun Iida has quickly established himself as a highly sought after musician. Iida has performed extensively throughout the U.S. and Japan. Jun Iida (trumpet) Greg Feingold […]
White River Buddhist Temple Bon Odori
White River Buddhist Temple 3625 Auburn Way North, Auburn, WA, United StatesDancing, Taiko Performances, Food Booths, Beer Garden
Tacoma Bon Odori Festival
Tacoma Buddhist Temple 1717 S. Fawcett Ave., TacomaPlease come to our Tacoma Bon Odori Festival! As part of our religion, we honor those who have passed by celebrating them through Japanese traditional dancing called Bon Odori. Everyone is welcome to dance, enjoy the food or just watch the dancing and taiko performances. 4pm: Food, beer garden and other booths open. 4:30: Obon […]
Japanese Heritage Night | New York Mets VS Seattle Mariners
T-Mobile Park 1250 1st Ave S, Seattle, WA, United States⚾Celebrate Japanese Heritage Night with the Seattle Mariners⚾ It’s back again! This year’s Japanese Heritage Night will be celebrated at T-Mobile Park on Friday, August 9th and it’s going to be fireworks night! First pitch will be thrown at 7:10 pm. To commemorate the occasion, the Seattle Mariners are selling advance tickets for that Friday’s […]
Kawabe House Summerfest, 2024
Kawabe Memorial House 221 18th Ave. S., SeattleThis one day event will held in street in front of the Kawabe Memorial House, 18th Ave. It will include food, bake sale, music, demonstrations, raffle drawing, and street dancing. The food will provided by the Kawabe House Board of directors and residents. It is a fun street fest to introduce the Kawabe House residents […]
Liberation Obon
Northwest Detention Center 1623 E J St,, Tacoma, WACome be a part of the first ever Liberation Obon at the Northwest Detention Center in Tacoma - a celebration of ancestors and resilience to end immigrant detention! Join La Resistencia and Tsuru to show your solidarity with those inside who are protesting their wrongful imprisonment. Bring the entire family! Activities will include: - Traditional […]
From Thorns to Blossoms: a Japanese American Family in War and Peace
Japanese American Museum of Oregon 411 NW Flanders St, Portland, 1Join author Mitzi Asai Loftus and her son David Loftus for a presentation and discussion of Mitzi’s new book From Thorns to Blossoms: a Japanese American Family in War and Peace. Books will be available for purchase at the event. About the Book: The book tells the story of a Japanese immigrant family in Hood […]
Live from Tokyo at Terry’s Kitchen
Terry's Kitchen 5625 119th Ave SE, BellevueTerry’s Kitchen & RIKU Productions Present LIVE FROM TOKYO AT TERRY’S KITCHEN 2024 USA TOUR Friday, Sept 13 @ 8 PM A Benefit Concert for the Seattle Betsuin Arson Restoration Fund CHiLi GiRL (Shinobu Kawashima) & MPC GIRL USAGI Special Guest Artists Jeff Chin & Leonard Berman $40 (Charitable Donation portion is $20) More Info, […]
Isan: A Japanese American Legacy Project
Terry's Kitchen 5625 119th Ave SE, BellevueTerry’s Kitchen Isan: A Japanese American Legacy Project Join us for a captivating art showcase featuring Sheri Gosho’s latest project on Japanese American history and legacy. Thursday, September 19, 2024 6:30 - 9:30 PM Showcase Open Hours - Please feel free to drop in anytime! Refreshments: Drinks and bites will be provided We look forward […]
Downtown Seattle Regional Center Plan Workshop
Base Camp Studios 2 1901 3rd Avenue, SeattleLet's continue to shape Downtown's future together! Join Seattle's Office of Planning & Community Development us in our second community workshop on 9/24 and share your experiences in, and hopes for, Downtown Seattle. Learn more about the event at tinyurl.com/downtownseattle and the Regional Centers Planning project at seattle.gov/opcd/ongoing-initiatives/urban-centers-planning! Downtown Regional Center Plan Community Workshop 📅 […]
The Martini Night Project Live Music
Terry's Kitchen 5625 119th Ave SE, BellevueTerry’s Kitchen Presents The Martini Night Project Live Music Event The Martini Night Project will be back better than ever. Serving up a generous pour of funk, soul, jazz & R&B. Shaken, stirred on the rocks along with some special guests. Saturday, September 28, 2024 8:30 PM – 11 PM $15 (Includes Sales Tax) Purchase […]
Seattle Keiro Nursing Home Donor Plaques Available
Nikkei Manor 700 6th Ave S, SeattleBack in the late 80s through early 90s, Nikkei Concerns received many generous contributions towards the construction of Seattle Keiro skilled nursing facility. That support made an invaluable impact on our community in the care of our elders. Although evolving community needs and circumstances led to the closure of the skilled nursing facility in 2019, […]
Curator’s Fellowship: Forgotten Dolls, Remembered Stories
For the past few months, Curator's Fellow Polly Yorioka has been conducting extensive research in the MOHAI collection. Polly has focused her research on the history and significance of the Boy’s and Girl’s Day sets given to Bailey Gatzert Elementary School at the time of the WWII Japanese incarceration. On October 23, she will present […]
Save Minidoka Virtual Community Meeting
Virtual N/AMinidoka survivors, descendants and allies are fighting to protect the Minidoka National Historic Site in Idaho from the Biden Administration's Lava Ridge wind project. A unit of the National Park System, Minidoka tells the stories of the forced incarceration of Japanese Americans and Alaska Natives during World War II and the courage and sacrifice of […]
Sessions Band Live Music
Terry's Kitchen 5625 119th Ave SE, BellevueTerry’s Kitchen Presents Sessions Live Music Event Sessions Band Seattle, bringing some Jazz, Funk & Soul music to their first appearance at Terry’s Kitchen! Saturday, October 26, 2024 8:30 PM – 11 PM $15 (inc sales tax) Purchase Online https://www.terryskitchenbellevue.com/ Featuring: Norm Santarin – Keys / Lead Vocals Gil Cabaccang – Sax / Vocals Paul […]
Legislative Aide – District Affairs Director (FULL-TIME, IN-PERSON & ONSITE ROLE)
The Office of Councilmember Rob Saka is currently seeking a dynamic and dedicated professional to join our team as a District Affairs Director (District 1). This is a regular full-time, 100% in-person position. As a vital member of the legislative team, the District Director will be instrumental in ensuring the effective functioning of the Councilmember's […]
Tsuru for Solidarity Community Dinner
Japanese Cultural and Community Center of Washington (JCCCW) 1414 S Weller St, Seattle, WA, United StatesJoin Tsuru for Solidarity at a Community Reception and Dinner where you can hear about our campaigns, learn how to get involved, and meet members of our team. RSVP to meet us at the JCCCW on Friday, November 8, at 6pm. We'll provide the food (please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions!) […]
Sound Singers Annual Concert
Sound SIngers 10th Annual Concert & Bake Sale November 9th, Saturday 6PM (Bake sale starts 5pm) Trinity Lutheran Church 6215 196th St. SW., Lynnwood, 98036 Free admission Please join us for a wonderful evening filled with fantastic music. Make sure to stop by our famous bake sale for delicious treats! We're looking forward to seeing […]
Tacoma Buddhist Temple Fall Food & Craft Bazaar
Tacoma Buddhist Temple 1717 S. Fawcett Ave., TacomaEnjoy Japanese beef curry, udon noodles, daifuku mochi; homemade baked goods; fall produce, and a rummage sale of Japanese items. The temple’s popular curry, udon and daifuku mochi must be pre-ordered online at www.tacomabt.org by 10 p.m. Oct. 31. The day of the bazaar, on Nov. 10, pick up those items to-go or dine inside […]
16th Annual Seattle Slack Key Festival
Town Hall Seattle 1119 8th Ave, SeattleKala Koa Entertainment celebrates 16 years of bringing the biggest and brightest names in Hawaiian music to the 2024 Seattle Slack Key Festival returning to Town Hall Seattle on Sunday, November 10, 2024. The Slack Key Festival takes fans on a Hawaiian musical journey showcasing GRAMMY-winning and Na Hoku Hanohano (Hawaiian Grammy) award-winning Hawaiian kiho’alu […]
Film Screening: Asako I & II
Allen Library @ University of Washington Seattle, WA, United StatesJoin us for a screening of the award-winning 2018 film 'Asako I & II' by filmmaker Ryûsuke Hamaguchi (Drive my Car) based on the award-winning novel Nete mo Samete mo by Tomoka Shibasaki. Shibasaki will be on site to introduce the film. A mysterious and intoxicating pop romance, Ryûsuke Hamaguchi’s follow-up to the acclaimed Happy […]
One-on-one workshop
NVC Memorial Hall 1212 S King Street,, Seattle, WALooking for advice on how to start a company? Struggling with QuickBooks on your own? Want to start a business but not sure where to begin? Looking for loans you can get even without a strong credit history? Need recommendations for trustworthy experts or connections with other businesses? Do you have concerns like these? Business […]
Justified Live Music Event
Terry's Kitchen 5625 119th Ave SE, Bellevue11-23-24 Terry’s Kitchen Presents Saturday, Nov 23, 2024 8 PM – 10:30 PM JUSTIFIED LIVE MUSIC EVENT Justified is an eight-piece Funk, R&B Soul, Smooth Jazz, and Latin-infused band from the Seattle, WA area. The band formed from a collection of energetic friends who just couldn't get enough of the old-school funk artists. Their unique […]