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Study Computer Science in English – Computer logic is fun! – Vol2
Mercer Island Community & Event Center 2040 84th Ave. SE, Mercer Island, WA, United StatesComputer logic is fun! When you are writing code, it is important to think about algorithms in a logical way. Computer logic such as AND and OR are used in coding. Let’s master it. Seattle IT Japanese Professionals will use Seesaw + Kahoot to have fun. They will have a live streaming with students in […]
Spring Concert “The Parting” by Music of Remembrance
Benaroya Hall 200 University St, SeattleThe Parting, a daring new opera by composer Tom Cipullo and librettist David Mason, explores the life and art of Mikós Radnóti, widely considered one of the most important poetic witnesses to the Holocaust. The work is a profound meditation on what it is about art that outlives us, and that can enable one to […]
Women’s Networking Reception Sponsored By Edward Jones
Novelty Hill Januik Winery 14710 Woodinville Redmond Road NE, Woodinville, WA, United StatesJoin Edward Jones for a networking reception with Seattle’s most successful female professionals and Helen Thayer. Honored by the White House and National Geographic, Helen Thayer is the first woman to solo any of the world’s Poles. Register online: edwardjones.cvent.com/WA052319-R68ARS
Nisei Veterans Committee (NVC) Memorial Day Service
Lake View Cemetery 1554 15th Ave E, Seattle, WA, United StatesNVC’s annual Memorial Day Service will be held at Lake View Cemetery on Capitol Hill, just north of Volunteer Park in Seattle. Attend the memorial service and pay tribute to those who gave their lives for our country. The Program runs from 10:00am to 11:00am.
Japan Arts Connection Lab Fundraising Concert
Mercer Island Community & Event Center 2040 84th Ave. SE, Mercer Island, WA, United StatesSupport JAClab by joining them for a rare dinner show by Yu Emao, former Snow Troupe Top Star of the Takarazuka Revue. The event focuses on raising support for JAClab and its mission of making unique Japanese arts accessible to the people of Washington. Enjoy a traditional Japanese bento and a musical show by a […]
Ikebana International Seattle Chapter 60th Anniversary Celebration
Embassy Suites Hotel 3225 - 158th Ave SEIkebana International Seattle Chapter is 60 years old since they started to introduce Ikebana, Japanese floral arrangement in Seattle. They will have a demonstration in English by Master Teacher from Japan, Koka Fukushima and dinner Banquet at Embassy Suites Hotel in Bellevue on June 1, 2019. Their website will tell you more detailed information in […]
Seattle Japanese Garden Volunteer Garden Guide Training
Seattle Japanese Garden 1075 Lake Washington Blvd E, Seattle, WA, United StatesBecome a volunteer guide at the Seattle Japanese Garden. Learn more about volunteering at the garden on the website: https://www.seattlejapanesegarden.org/get-involved and fill out the volunteer application there. Applications are due on May 22nd.
Seattle Japanese Garden Volunteer Garden Guide Training
Seattle Japanese Garden 1075 Lake Washington Blvd E, Seattle, WA, United StatesBecome a volunteer guide at the Seattle Japanese Garden. Learn more about volunteering at the garden on the website: https://www.seattlejapanesegarden.org/get-involved and fill out the volunteer application there. Applications are due on May 22nd.
Taking off with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
One Union Square - Board Room 600 University St, Seattle, WA, United StatesWhat do wind turbines, beer, airplane wings, and jobs in Washington State have in common? Learn about Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and its contributions to Washington State business and local communities. The Japan-America Society of the State of Washington is honored to welcome two top executives from Mitsubishi Heavy Industries. Port of Moses Lake Commissioner Kent […]
Alzheimer’s Foundation of America’s National Educating America Tour Comes to Seattle
Columbia Tower Club 701 5th Avenue, Columbia Center, 75th Floor, SeattleThe Alzheimer’s Foundation of America (AFA)’s national Educating America National Tour, featuring AFA’s free Concepts in Care educational conference, free memory screenings, and much more, comes to Seattle on Thursday, June 13th. The free program is open to families affected by Alzheimer’s disease, caregivers, and anyone interested in learning more about Alzheimer’s disease. The conference […]
Belltown Art Walk
Bauformat Seattle 2605 Western Avenue, SeattleLATEST STOP ON THE GROWING BELLTOWN ART WALK FEATURES SEATTLE ARTIST, ERIKA RIMMER Local Seattle Artist, Erika Rimmer a self-taught Seattle-based visual artist known for her work with fluid acrylic paint will be featured on June 14th, 2019 between 5pm and 9pm at Bauformat Seattle. Bauformat is the latest addition to the growing Belltown Art […]
Stars of the East
Federal Way Performing Arts and Event Center 31510 Pete von Reichbauer Way S., Federal Way, WA, United StatesStars of the East: China Japan Korea will promote and teach cultural exchanges between three of the most visited international countries of the world. This event will bridge the three nations in a night of collaboration and colorful cultural adventure.
Seattle Taiwanese American Film Festival
SIFF Cinema Uptown 511 Queen Anne Ave N, Seattle, United StatesTAP-Seattle is showcasing award-winning Taiwanese movies and short films from aspiring Taiwanese American directors via the second annual Seattle Taiwanese American Film Festival (STAFF) on June 22-23,26, 2019. There will be seven featured films and four short films shown. Director Jonathan Yang of "Lost Black Cats 35th Squadron" and Director Yue Fu of "Our Youth […]
ACRS Walk for Rice 2019
Seward Park 5900 Lake Washington Blvd. S., Seattle, WA, United StatesAsian Counseling and Referral Service (ACRS) Walk for Rice is a fundraising event featuring a 2.5 mile walk/run. Each year, over 1,000 participants help raise money for ACRS to buy rice and other food for the ACRS Food Bank, which is the one of the most visited food banks in King County, and the only […]
2018 JCCCW Kimono & Yukata Sale
Japanese Cultural and Community Center of Washington (JCCCW) 1414 S Weller St, Seattle, WA, United StatesThe JCCCW Kimono & Yukata Sale features hundreds of Japanese clothing items such as colorful yukata for women and men, children’s clothing, formal and informal kimono, accessories, wood geta (Japanese sandals), sensu and uchiwa (Japanese paper fans), stunning wedding kimono and much more. All items are generously donated to the JCCCW by members of the […]
Japanese Heritage Day W/ the Seattle Mariners
T-Mobile Park 1250 1st Ave S, Seattle, WA, United StatesGather your family and friends for a fun-filled day of sunshine and baseball on Japanese Heritage Day with the Seattle Mariners. Receive a special Japanese Heritage Day T-shirt with your purchase through this special offer (while supplies last). $38 Main Level / $25 View Level
Japan Fair 2019
Meydenbauer Center 11100 NE 6th St, Bellevue, WA, United StatesJapan Fair is a two-day festival, free to the public, that showcases the traditional and modern cultural arts of Japan. It is a communal endeavor of musicians, artisans, community organizations, and businesses from both Japan and the U.S. who come together to share their products, talents, and knowledge of Japan. There will be live stage […]
Dragon Fest 2019
Seattle's Chinatown-International District 423 Maynard Ave S, Seattle, United StatesCelebrate summer in Seattle’s historic Chinatown-International District. You can find amazing food and craft booths, activities for kids, liver entertainment, and the populer $3 Food Walk. Info: http://www.cidbia.org
Awa Odori Dance Contest
Meydenbauer Center 11100 NE 6th St, Bellevue, WADance to the beat of Tokushima! Awa Odori is the largest dance festival in Japan, and it's coming to Japan Fair! Create a ren (team) with your friends and family and join the Awa Odori Dance Contest. Beginners are more than welcome! Awa Odori can be very versatile, so be original and express your inner […]
Minidoka Pilgrimage 2019
Minidoka National Historic Site Jerome, ID, United StatesThe 17th annual pilgrimage will take place with former incarcerees, their families and friends in the former Minidoka Camp near Twin Falls in Idaho. This annual trip is organized by the Minidoka Pilgrimage Planning Committee, an all-volunteer run committee based in Seattle, WA. For more information or to register, please visit minidokapilgrimage.org. Participation is limited. […]
Natsu Matsuri Summer Festival
Behind Uwajimaya Seattle Weller Street / 600 5th Ave S, Seattle, WA, United StatesJoin Uwajimaya for their annual Natsu Matsuri Outdoor Summer Festival! This year, they will be closing Weller street to make a bigger and better event. Food booths will be serving everyone's favorite Japanese festival foods such as Okonomiyaki and Shave Ice. Entertainment includes a taiko performance, tofu eating contest, Bon Odori dance lessons and more! […]
Natsu Matsuri Summer Festival
Behind Uwajimaya Seattle Weller Street / 600 5th Ave S, Seattle, WA, United StatesJoin Uwajimaya for their annual Natsu Matsuri Outdoor Summer Festival! This year, they will be closing Weller street to make a bigger and better event. Food booths will be serving everyone's favorite Japanese festival foods such as Okonomiyaki and Shave Ice. Entertainment includes a taiko performance, tofu eating contest, Bon Odori dance lessons and more! […]
Quiet Hour: The Photography of Yukio Morinaga (1888–1968)
Cascadia Art Museum 190 Sunset Ave. S., #E, Edmonds, WA, United StatesThis is the first solo exhibition of works by Seattle photographer Yukio Morinaga, an important member of the Seattle Camera Club and one of the country's leading pictorialist's of the 1920's. All of the works in this exhibition are vintage bromide photographs, printed by the artist. They were accepted in numerous international salons during his heyday […]
Lights for Liberty: Seattle Nihonmachi
Wisteria Park 1430 S Main St, Seattle, WA, United StatesLights for Liberty: A Vigil to End Human Concentration Camps, will protest the inhumane conditions faced by migrants, including separation of families and jailing of children. Japanese Americans faced similar hardships during WWII.
Lakewood SummerFEST
Fort Steilacoom Park 4110 15th Avenue, Seattle, WA, United StatesThe City of Lakewood proudly presents you the 2019 SummerFEST! With food trucks, car shows, and entertainment galore, the festival promises a fun time for all. In partnership with the Lakewood Sister Cities Association, there will also be an International Festival at SummerFEST that will highlight the many cultures and countries that make up our […]
Uwajimaya Natsu Matsuri Summer Festival
Uwajimaya Seattle Store 600 5th Ave S, Seattle, WA, United StatesJoin Uwajimaya for its annual Natsu Matsuri Outdoor Summer Festival! Food booths will be serving everyone’s favorite Japanese festival foods such as okonomiyaki, yakisoba, takoyaki and shave ice. Entertainment includes taiko performances, eating contests, children’s games, jan-ken-pon contest and more! Time: 11 am - 6 pm (Sat) 11 am - 5 pm (Sun)
Bon Odori
Seattle Betsuin Buddhist Temple 1427 S Main St, Seattle, WA, United StatesAn 87-year-old Seattle Japanese Buddhist tradition to honor deceased ancestors through the dancing of traditional Japanese folk dances. People of all ages and ethnicities join in the dancing in a true community spirit. It's also a day for celebration and offers something for the whole family from Japanese food dishes (for sale) to free martial […]
Bon Odori
Seattle Betsuin Buddhist Temple 1427 S Main St, Seattle, WA, United StatesAn 87-year-old Seattle Japanese Buddhist tradition to honor deceased ancestors through the dancing of traditional Japanese folk dances. People of all ages and ethnicities join in the dancing in a true community spirit. It's also a day for celebration and offers something for the whole family from Japanese food dishes (for sale) to free martial […]
50th Annual White River Bon Odori
White River Buddhist Temple 3625 Auburn Way North, Auburn, WA, United StatesFestival in which young and old come together to dance, rejoice and remember their ancestors and Japanese culture. Everyone is invited to come watch and join in the dancing. There will be performances by Okinawan Kenjin Kai and Seattle Matsuri Taiko. There will be food booths and a beer garden. Collecting donations (monetary and non-perishable […]
Wandering & Wondering
Kubota Garden 9817 55th Avenue South, Seattle, WA, United StatesWandering & Wondering is an annual site-specific performance at Kubota Garden and Seattle Japanese Garden. Over a two-hour period, visitors will encounter dancers and musicians dispersed in surprising locations throughout the garden as the performers engage in a minute-by-minute response to all the scents, sounds, sights and sensations of the garden. At Kubota Garden, the […]