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Podcast new episode | with David Yamaguchi, the editor of the North American Post

online (on demand)

Welcome to the second season of “beyond generations,” a podcast by Monica. It is about the incarceration of Japanese American people during WWII. Its focus is on what people today are doing so that we will learn about and from it and the history will not repeat itself. The guest in this episode is David […]

Free

Water Lantern Festival

Experience the magic of the Water Lantern Festival where you will enjoy tasty food trucks, fun music, and an incredible sight as thousands of floating lanterns reflect unique messages of love, hope, and happiness. The event will take place on Saturday, October 7th at West Green Lake Beach 7312 West Green Lake Dr. Seattle, WA 98103! Tickets are selling […]

Passionately Speaking Classes

Classes to help develop oral communication and public speaking skills will be held bimonthly at Japanese Baptist Church, 160 Broadway, in Seattle following the Sunday Worship Service at 12:45 - 2:30 pm beginning October 8. No charge. Contact Gary Yamaguchi at gyflyfish56@gmail.com for more information.

Free

Generative AI & Traditions

Hilton Hotel - Bellevue 300 112th Ave SE, Bellevue

Event Info: Join us for an exciting event co-hosted by: Consulate-General of Japan in Seattle, the Japan Business Association of Seattle, and the Japan-America Society of the State of Washington! At “Generative AI & Traditions,” our keynote speakers will delve into the unique ways that generative AI can be used to help preserve traditions, cultures, […]

An Evening with Elvis and Graceland Manila

Terry's Kitchen 5625 119th Ave SE, Bellevue

THIS SATURDAY! Elvis and his Crew will be In the Building at Terry’s Kitchen Saturday, October 21, 2023 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM $15 Cash Entry at the Door PROCEEDS BENEFIT MAUI STRONG! To Help the Relief Efforts towards the Maui Fire Contact : Linda Divina 206-941-0931

$15

【無料相談】国際相続にお悩みの方

はじめまして。かぶきライフサポートです。 私たちは”相続の専門窓口”として 東京都中野区で活動している一般社団法人です。 ハワイ、シカゴで好評だった『国際相続無料相談会』を 今回はシアトルで開催することとなりました。 国際的な生前対策のご相談も可能です。 お気軽にご連絡ください。 【税理士】 植崎 紳矢(うえさき しんや) 公認会計士(日本/米国/シンガポール)/ 税理士/不動産鑑定士/宅地建物取引士 【場所】 シアトル市内 【弊社の強み】 生前対策、相続税申告、相続不動産の活用 などの複雑な作業を弊社で一本化することが可能です。 英語が話せるスタッフも在中しており、 日本国内の国際相続案件も多数承っております。 不動産、税金、相続、老後資金に特化した専門家が在籍しており、 多方面からのアドバイスが可能です。 address : accessadvisors.jp@gmail.com

White River Buddhist Temple Fall Bazaar

White River Buddhist Temple 3625 Auburn Way North, Auburn, WA, United States

Take-out all preordered online at wrbt.org/bazaar Menu - Chicken Teriyaki Dinner, Vegetarian Bowl, Sushi, Mochi, Manju and Pies! Also farm produce and gifts/handicrafts.

From Page to Stage: Adapting John Okada’s “No-No Boy” for Today’s Theater

The Seattle Central Library 1000 Fourth Ave., Seattle, WA, United States

John Okada, the author of the seminal Japanese American novel, ‘No-No Boy,” was born at the Merchants Hotel in Pioneer Square on September 22, 1923. We celebrate the centennial of his birth with a series of three programs. In this second program, Okada biographer Frank Abe shares his work to create a new stage adaptation […]

Free

Film “Paper Chase” on Japanese American Newspapers

Northwest Film Forum 1515 12th Ave, Seattle, WA, United States

At long last, the documentary, “Paper Chase: Japanese American History Through the Lens of Vernacular Newspapers,” will be screened in Seattle. The film is the first on Japanese newspapers in the United States. It reviews the past while considering the future of JA newspapers. The film showing (54 min.) will be followed by a discussion […]

Free

UMAMI Live Music Event at Terry’s Kitchen Bellevue

Terry's Kitchen 5625 119th Ave SE, Bellevue

10-28-23 Terry’s Kitchen Presents UMAMI* Live Music Event *The fifth level of taste Tickets available for purchase now! Terry’s Kitchen Saturday, October 28, 2023 9 PM – 11 PM $20 Tickets (Includes Sales Tax) https://www.terryskitchenbellevue.com/ UMAMI is a Seattle area six piece funk/jazz fusion group. Join us for an evening of funksouljazz fusion!! UMAMI IS: […]

$20

Japan’s New Security Strategy: Outlook and Challenges

University of Washignton - Kane Hall 4069 Spokane Ln, Seattle, United States

Join us for this special event featuring international policy specialist Dr. Narushige Michishita as he discusses the security environment in the Indo-Pacific, Japan’s new security strategy, and what the United States and Japan should do to deal with emerging security challenges.

Free

Podcast new episode | with Jay Rubin, the author of The Sun Gods

online (on demand)

Welcome to the second season of “beyond generations,” a podcast by Monica. It is about the incarceration of the Japanese American people during WWII. Its focus is on what people today are doing so that we will learn about and from it and the history will not repeat itself. The guest in this episode is […]

Free

Bunka no Hi | 文化の日

Japanese Cultural and Community Center of Washington (JCCCW) 1414 S Weller St, Seattle, WA, United States

Bunka no Hi (Japanese Culture Day) is a holiday in Japan celebrating Japanese culture. At the JCCCW, Bunka no Hi is a free-to-attend cultural festival dedicated to celebrating, commemorating, and educating the public about Japanese and Japanese American culture in the Seattle area. The theme of this year’s Bunka no Hi festival will be “Explore […]

Free

Lotus Skyliners Book Signing

Nisei Veteran's Committee (NVC) Memorial Hall 1212 S King St, Seattle, WA, United States

SAVE THE DATE! JOIN US SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2023 For An “Unforgettable” LOTUS SKYLINERS BOOK SIGNING Meet the Authors and Former Lotus Skyliners Band Members 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM NISEI VETERANS MEMORIAL HALL 1212 SOUTH KING STREET SEATTLE BOOK SIGNING PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT: NVC/NVC Foundation Scholarship Fund FREE ADMISSION AND REFRESHMENTS ENTERTAINMENT PROVIDED BY […]

Free

Tacoma Buddhist Temple’s Fall Bazaar

Tacoma Buddhist Temple 1717 S. Fawcett Ave., Tacoma

Enjoy Japanese-style beef curry and rice or udon noodles to-go at this popular community bazaar. Shop for Japanese dishware, dolls, artwork and gifts. Indulge in baked goods, including daifuku mochi prepared at the temple. Please note: beef curry and udon noodles must be pre-ordered by Nov. 1 at www.tacomabt.org.

Free

‘Close Knit’ film screening

Join us for the first in a series of films this year looking at diversity and inclusion in Japanese society. "Close-Knit" (2017 2 hr 7 min) is a drama by writer and director Naoko Ogigami about Tomo, an 11-year old girl who discovers her mother has abandoned her. Tomo's uncle and his transgender girlfriend, Rinko, […]

Free

Japanese College Fair

Online

Many Japanese universities welcome international students. They offer incentives such as English-only enrollment, scholarships, fall entrance and more. Each participating university has a designated program for international students and will be providing the latest information. You can also apply for an "online individual consultation".

Free

Ikigai Summit

University of Washington Center for Urban Horticulture 3501 NE 41st St, Seattle

Ikigai Summit is the world's first in-person event dedicated to IKIGAI, a Japanese concept interpreted as "your reason for being," and scientifically proven to improve longevity, creativity, productivity, and happiness. The one-day cross-cultural gathering will deliver a unique range of content, experiences, and connections. The Ikigai Summit will showcase the very best in modern insights […]

Ayame Kai Holiday Market

Seattle Betsuin Buddhist Temple 1427 S Main St, Seattle, WA, United States

This indoor event features 20+ vendors with unique arts and crafts. Also includes gently used Asian treasures such as dishware, art; bento and baked goods, many Asian inspired. Proceeds benefit Keiro Northwest’s ongoing elder services: Nikkei Manor – Assisted Living Facility; and Kokoro Kai – Senior Activity Program. More info: ayamekai.keironw@gmail.com

Free

An Empire in Peril – Benefit Screening

The Seattle Central Library 1000 Fourth Ave., Seattle, WA, United States

The independent sci-fi film An Empire in Peril will be premiering at the Downtown Seattle Library's Microsoft Auditorium on 11/18. Doors open at 3pm and program starts at 4. Produced by Japanese- and Chinese- American independent artist Nick Chang. Featuring keynote speaker Daniel Bessner, the Foreign Policy Advisor to Bernie Sanders. Proceeds from the event […]

$10.00

Japan-America Society Bounenkai at NEXUS Seattle

Join us at NEXUS Seattle for a casual end of the year celebration with good company and food! JASSW members and non-members alike gather together to celebrate the year's end and toast to a new year. JASSW Members - $25 General Admission - $35 *Admission includes food and drink. Info: jassw.org

Epic New Year’s Eve 2023/24 Party: Celebrate an Amazing End to 2023 and a Beautiful Beginning to 2024 with the Justified Band!

Terry's Kitchen 5625 119th Ave SE, Bellevue

The band will be playing on Sunday, December 31 from 9 PM – 12:30 AM. We will provide Party Favors, Appetizers and Champagne Toasts at Midnight! Justified is a Funk, R&B Soul, Smooth Jazz and Latin infused Band from the Seattle, Washington area. The cost is $55 (Includes Sales Tax) in Advance, and $60 at […]

$55 – $60

5th annual SEIJIN-shiki USA

Bellevue College Carlson Theatre 3000 Landerholm Cir. SE., Bellevue, WA, United States

  JIA Foundation, in collaboration with the Consulate General of Japan in Seattle, is proud to announce the fifth annual SEIJIN-shiki USA, a Japanese-style Coming of Age Celebration. This highly anticipated event is scheduled to take place on January 13, 2024, at Bellevue College Carlson Theatre. SEIJIN-shiki, the celebrated Japanese coming-of-age tradition, is a cherished […]

Seattle Fukushima New Year Party

Terry's Kitchen 5625 119th Ave SE, Bellevue

Seattle Fukushima Club will hold a New Year's Party at Terry's Kitchen on January 21st. Fukushima Club (Kenjinkai) was established in 1918 to provide support for the people who came from Fukushima without family. The club was restarted after the war in 1950. Currently, we have about 60 members. Some are 2nd, but most are […]

The Future of Clean Energy: The U.S.-Japan Cooperation on Nuclear Fusion Energy

Bellevue City Hall - Council Chambers 450 110th Ave. NE, Bellevue, WA, United States

Join us for "The future of Clean Energy: The U.S.-Japan Cooperation on Nuclear Fusion Energy" on Tuesday, January 30, 2024. Explore the advancement of alternative energy solutions with distinguished field experts from Japan & the US! After the event concludes, enjoy catered appetizers and networking with like-minded people. Event: Tuesday, January 30, 2024 Bellevue City […]

Free

Day of Remembrance: Open House and Panel Discussion

Mukai Farm & Garden 18017 107th Ave SW, Vashon, WA, United States

In commemoration of Executive Order 9066, Mukai Farm & Garden will host an Open House from 1pm - 4pm on February 25 with self guided tours of the 1926 built farmstead, which houses an exhibit covering the 120+ years of Japanese presence on Vashon, including the impact of the internments. Following the Open House will […]

Donation

Urban Centers Planning: Downtown Community Workshop

Hirabayashi Place 442 S Main St, Seattle

Join Seattle's Office of Planning & Community Development in a "day in the life" community workshop on February 15 and share your experiences in, and hopes for, Downtown Seattle. Learn more about the event at tinyurl.com/downtownworkshopfeb and the Urban Centers Planning project at seattle.gov/opcd/ongoing-initiatives/urban-centers-planning!

Free

Japan-US Military Program “Beyond Reconciliation”

Nisei Veteran's Committee (NVC) Memorial Hall 1212 S King St, Seattle, WA, United States

Join the Japan-America Society of the State of Washington and the Nisei Veterans Committee (NVC) as we celebrate the strong ties between Japan and the US, and the service of Nisei veterans. A buffet lunch will be followed by presentations from guest speakers, a special classical Japanese dance by Mari Ikeda-Wilson, and an exciting taiko […]

Free

RHEDA K and (Seattle’s) KREW Live Music Event

Terry's Kitchen 5625 119th Ave SE, Bellevue

Terry’s Kitchen Presents A Special Group of Musicians Including Garfield HS Alumni RHEDA K and (Seattle’s) KREW Live Music Event Blues, Jazz, Motown, Originals, Pop, R&B and Standards! The Band is based in Las Vegas, NV and will be here for their First Show at Terry’s Kitchen along with their Seattle Krew. Friday, March 15, […]

$20