The spirit of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics is coming to this year’s Kodomo no Hi. Children can go for gold with Tokyo-inspired activities like flying origami koinobori “koi” competition, or by fishing for famous Tokyo landmarks like the Tokyo Tower and famed Hachiko dog statue! Other activities, performances and demonstrations include taiko drumming, martial arts, […]

In 2001, the Taiwanese Student Association (TSA) first brought the essence of the Taiwanese night market to the University of Washington. Since then, it has quickly become an annual Seattle tradition, drawing thousands of attendees each year. Whether you’ve experienced the Taiwanese culture or not, the UW Night Market offers a dazzling array of vendors, […]

The UW Japan Studies Program is pleased to host Prof. Ken Ruoff of Portland State University for a lecture entitled “Japan’s Monarchy and the New Emperor in Historical Perspective.” Join them for a special presentation by Professor Ken Rouff at a momentous turning point as the Japanese monarchy turns the page to a new era […]

Computer 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 […]

The 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 […]

Join 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

NVC’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.

Support 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 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 […]

Become 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.

Become 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.

The 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 […]

Stars 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.

TAP-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 […]

Asian 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 […]

The 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 […]

Gather 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 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 […]

Celebrate 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

Dance 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 […]

The 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. […]

Join 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! […]

Join 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! […]

This 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: 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.

The 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 […]

Join 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)