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SUMMARY:Tacoma Buddhist Temple Sukiyaki Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy our flavorful beef or vegetarian sukiyaki ($24) cooked in special sukiyaki pans. Or try our tender and juicy chicken teriyaki ($20). Meals include a mochi cupcake\, Japanese rice and pickled vegetable tsukemono. Meals must be pre-ordered by 10 p.m. Feb. 22 and picked up or eaten at the temple at the March 1 fundraiser. Order and more information at tacomabt.org.
URL:https://napost.com/event/tacoma-buddhist-temple-sukiyaki-fundraiser-2/
LOCATION:Tacoma Buddhist Temple\, 1717 S. Fawcett Ave.\, Tacoma\, 98402
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tacoma Buddhist Temple":MAILTO:tacoma.buddhist.temple@tacomabt.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260301T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260301T140000
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SUMMARY:David Neiwert Author Visit: The American Experience of Bellevue’s Japanese American Families
DESCRIPTION:In commemoration of Day of Remembrance 2026\, join us for a reading and discussion with David Neiwert\, journalist and author of the book Strawberry Days: How Internment Destroyed a Japanese American Community. \nDavid Neiwert’s Strawberry Days shares local knowledge about the creation and WWII-era eradication of Bellevue’s once-vibrant Japanese American community. With compelling storytelling\, firsthand interviews\, and analysis of previously suppressed documents\, Neiwert vividly presents the history of our Eastside community and the racist schemes that prevented families from returning or reclaiming their land after being wrongfully incarcerated by our government. Strawberry Days invites us to think about the kind of community we want to belong to\, and ways to help ensure it is a place where all of us are respected. \nDavid Neiwert is a veteran Northwest journalist who was news editor of the Bellevue Journal American in the 1990s; Strawberry Days began as a historical project for the JA. Since then\, Neiwert has gone on to work at MSNBC.com and as the Northwest correspondent for the Southern Poverty Law Center. He has also authored nine other books\, including his most recent\, The Age of Insurrection: The Radical Right’s Assault on American Democracy (2023). He lives in Friday Harbor. David will be joined in conversation by Alice Ito. \nAlice’s late father Toshio Ito was a Veteran of the U.S. Army. He was born on his parents’ farm and graduated from Bellevue High School before being removed and incarcerated along with all other community members of Japanese descent. Toshio spoke with David Neiwert about his experiences\, and warned that our government was likely to take similar actions against other community members.
URL:https://napost.com/event/david-neiwert-author-visit-the-american-experience-of-bellevues-japanese-american-families/
LOCATION:Bellevue Library\, 1111 110th Avenue NE\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98004
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ORGANIZER;CN="King County Library System":MAILTO:chawakai25@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260312T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260312T203000
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SUMMARY:Origins: Our Thousand Days Film Screening and Director Q&A Presented by Cascade PBS
DESCRIPTION:The screening is the fourth season of Origins titled Our ‘Thousand Days’- info below. \nEVENT INFO:\nJoin Cascade PBS for a preview screening of Origins Season 4\, followed by a discussion with filmmaker Andrew Inaba and special guests. This new short-form docuseries explores the story of Japanese American imprisonment following the attack on Pearl Harbor\, told through the unique lens of Pacific Northwest communities. \nDate: March 12\, 2026\nTime: Doors @ 6:00 PM\, Program @ 7:00 PM\nVenue: SIFF Uptown\nTickets: Free and open to the public with RSVP – https://www.eventbrite.com/e/origins-our-thousand-days-tickets-1981873980426?aff=oddtdtcreator \nABOUT THE DOCUMENTARY:\nFollowing the bombing of Pearl Harbor in 1941\, Japanese American citizens and Japanese nationals in the Pacific Northwest were forcibly removed and imprisoned in concentration camps without trial or due process. Five episodes look back at two women who were children at the time of their imprisonment\, revealing a story of resilience against injustice that resonates today. \nABOUT THE FILMMAKER:\nAndrew Inaba’s roots in the Pacific Northwest begin with his grandmother\, who left Japan immediately following the war and settled near Seattle’s Nihonmachi. In a community shaped by wartime incarceration\, he absorbed the stories and came to understand the region’s role in this history. With Our Thousand Days\, Andrew gives voice to those who lived this history and carries it forward for another generation\, so that it may never happen again.
URL:https://napost.com/event/origins-our-thousand-days-film-screening-and-director-qa-presented-by-cascade-pbs/
LOCATION:SIFF Cinema Uptown\, 511 Queen Anne Ave N\, Seattle\, 98109\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cascade PBS":MAILTO:natalie.meek@cascadepbs.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260312T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260312T210000
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SUMMARY:Origins: Our Thousand Days preview at SIFF
DESCRIPTION:Join Cascade PBS for a preview screening of Origins Season 4\, followed by a discussion with filmmaker Andrew Inaba and special guests Lilly Kodama\, Lorraine Bannai\, and Ellen Sato Faust. This new short-form docuseries explores the story of Japanese American imprisonment following the attack on Pearl Harbor\, told through the unique lens of Pacific Northwest communities. The event is free with RSVP.
URL:https://napost.com/event/origins-our-thousand-days-preview-at-siff/
LOCATION:SIFF Cinema Uptown\, 511 Queen Anne Ave N\, Seattle\, 98109\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cascade PBS":MAILTO:natalie.meek@cascadepbs.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260401T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260401T213000
DTSTAMP:20260515T211040
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SUMMARY:Shen Yun Performing Arts is Returning to Seattle
DESCRIPTION:The Beauty of Divine Beings Dancing\nThe gong resounds\, the curtain opens\, and fairies emerge from a sea of billowing clouds. Dynasties rise and fall—as ancient legends of love\, loss\, humor and valor unfold before your eyes. You just might catch a glimpse of heaven. \nCome to experience the out-of-this-world show\, Shen Yun next month starting on the first day at the Marion Oliver McCaw Hall. This is what you’ve been waiting for. For tickets: ShenYun.com/Seattle
URL:https://napost.com/event/shen-yun-performing-arts-is-returning-to-seattle/
LOCATION:Marion Oliver McCaw Hall\, Seattle\, WA\, 321 Mercer Street\, Seattle\, Washington\, 98109
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260412T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260412T160000
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SUMMARY:Cherry Blossom Bazaar
DESCRIPTION:The Japanese American Museum of Oregon Presents\nThe 2026 Cherry Blossom Bazaar\nA Vintage Sale of Japanese Treasures \nThe Cherry Blossom Bazaar has something for every age\, taste\, and budget! Hunt for hidden treasure at this unique sale of Japanese collectibles\, clothing\, dishware\, furniture\, and more. \nSaturday & Sunday\nApril 11-12\n10am – 4pm \nThe Povey Building\n408 NW 5th Ave\nPortland\, OR 97209\nEnter on NW Flanders between 4th and 5th Ave \nThe regular Bazaar hours are Saturday and Sunday\, April 11-12 and entry is FREE.\nOn April 10\, there will be a special Preview Night Benefit for those who want first pick of the merchandise\, with tickets priced at $25-50 for entry. \nHow to join in the fun: \nDonate your Japanese items through April 7\, by appointment only. Contact us at info@jamo.org or 503-224-1458.\nShop ’til you drop! Choose from an eclectic array of Japanese collectibles and gifts.
URL:https://napost.com/event/cherry-blossom-bazaar/
LOCATION:The Povey Building\, 408 NW 5th Ave\, Portland\, 97209
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ORGANIZER;CN="Japanese American Museum of Oregon":MAILTO:info@jamo.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260420T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260420T193000
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CREATED:20260326T064447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T064447Z
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SUMMARY:CAATA Conversations: Pathways Forward
DESCRIPTION:Supporting Transitions\, Building Networks\, and Navigating the Future of AANHPI\, SWANA\, MENA\, and Mixed Race Theatre \nHosted by CAATA in partnership with Rutgers University\, Harvard Asian Arts Project\, and Stanford University \nCAATA Conversations: Pathways Forward is a gathering centered on supporting college students as they transition into the professional theatre field. This conversation brings together emerging artists and working professionals across the AANHPI\, SWANA\, MENA\, and Mixed Race theatre community to share insights\, experiences\, and practical strategies for navigating careers in the industry. \nTogether\, we will explore the realities of entering the professional landscape—from building sustainable networks to identifying opportunities\, challenges\, and pathways for growth. This is a space for students to engage directly with artists who have forged their own paths\, ask questions\, and gain guidance grounded in lived experience. \nThis conversation is not only about career entry. It is about access\, mentorship\, and community. We gather to exchange knowledge\, strengthen intergenerational connections\, and envision more equitable and supported futures for the next generation of theatre-makers.
URL:https://napost.com/event/caata-conversations-pathways-forward/
LOCATION:Online (livestream)
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260502
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260503
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SUMMARY:Everett Rock & Gem Club 71st Annual Gem\, Jewelry & Mineral Show
DESCRIPTION:The Everett Rock & Gem Club\, a non-profit\, educational and recreational organization for Rockhounds\, will host it’s 71st Annual Gem\, Jewelry & Mineral Show on Saturday & Sunday May 2nd & 3rd 2026 from 10:00AM to 5:00PM both days. The Show will be open to the public at the Evergreen State Fairgrounds\, Weikel Event Center\, 18359 Cascade View Drive\, Monroe\, WA. Admission and parking is FREE.
URL:https://napost.com/event/everett-rock-gem-club-71st-annual-gem-jewelry-mineral-show/
LOCATION:Weikel Center\, evergreen state fairgrounds\, monrow\, 18359 Cascade View Drive\, Monroe\, 98272
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260502T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260502T130000
DTSTAMP:20260515T211040
CREATED:20260408T185306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T214221Z
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SUMMARY:Kubota Garden Spring Plant Sale
DESCRIPTION:Browse and shop a curated selection of unique plant varieties\, including maples\, dwarf conifers\, shrubs\, perennials & native plants similar to those found in Kubota Garden and suitable for any size garden. Experts will be on site to provide advice. All proceeds benefit Kubota Garden Foundation and help provide events and programs at the Garden.
URL:https://napost.com/event/kubota-garden-spring-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Kubota Garden\, 9817 55th Avenue South\, Seattle\, WA\, 98118\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kubota Garden Foundation":MAILTO:sophia@kubotagarden.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260502T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260502T170000
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CREATED:20260415T224122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T224122Z
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SUMMARY:Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Heritage Month Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the rich diversity and vibrant traditions of Asian American\, Native Hawaiian\, and Pacific Islander communities at the Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month Celebration\, returning to Seattle Center from 11 a.m.–5 p.m. on Saturday\, May 2 at the Armory Food & Event Hall\, as part of Seattle Center Festál. \nThis free\, all-ages\, festival invites attendees to experience a dynamic showcase of culture through performances\, food\, art\, and interactive activities.
URL:https://napost.com/event/asian-american-native-hawaiian-pacific-islander-heritage-month-celebration/
LOCATION:Seattle Center\, 305 Harrison St\, Seattle\, WA\, 98109\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260503T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260503T170000
DTSTAMP:20260515T211040
CREATED:20260420T220229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T220229Z
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SUMMARY:Kodomo no Hi (Children's Day)
DESCRIPTION:Kodomo no Hi\, or “Children’s Day\,” is a fun and exciting opportunity for young people to learn more about Japanese culture. This free-to-attend annual festival connects children and families in the community with a shared multicultural experience through performances and a variety of attractions.  \nThe theme of this year’s event is “Festival Fun: Traditional Japanese Games”\, highlighting various games often found at summer festivals and shrines throughout Japan. Children can enjoy a fishing game\, test their luck with the coin drop\, or try many other fun hands-on craft-making activities and games. There will also be demonstrations and performances such as taiko drumming\, martial arts\, tea ceremony\, koto performances\, and more. Food will be available for purchase. Bring the whole family and experience the festival spirit at the JCCCW this May!
URL:https://napost.com/event/kodomo-no-hi-childrens-day/
LOCATION:Japanese Cultural and Community Center of Washington (JCCCW)\, 1414 S Weller St\, Seattle\, WA\, 98144\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260505T193000
DTSTAMP:20260515T211040
CREATED:20260414T223730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T223730Z
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SUMMARY:Wages\, Tips & Overtime: How to protect your Rights
DESCRIPTION:Series 1 of 4 \nAre you working in Washington? Do you know your rights as an employee? \nCome to a presentation with important information on: \nTips and service charges \nMinimum wage \nHow workers can find information and resources \nOvertime \nSpeaker: Brenda Fay \nEducation & Outreach Specialist \nWashington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) \nBrenda Fay is an Outreach Specialist with 16 years at the Department of Labor & Industries. She is dedicated to educating employers and employees on the laws the department enforces relating to workplace rights. \nLocation \nNVC Memorial Hall \n1212 S King St.\, Seattle 98144 \nGated parking will be provided.\nThe access code will be provided upon registration. \nRefreshments will be provided! \nBe sure to REGISTER
URL:https://napost.com/event/wages-tips-overtime-how-to-protect-your-rights/
LOCATION:Nisei Veteran’s Committee (NVC) Memorial Hall\, 1212 S King St\, Seattle\, WA\, 98144\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260507T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260507T190000
DTSTAMP:20260515T211040
CREATED:20260410T222643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260411T040408Z
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SUMMARY:Sound Transit x Arts Corps Safety Poster Gallery Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Sound Transit and Arts Corps for a first-Thursday gallery event showcasing this year’s youth poster contest submissions! Poster designs will be on display as part of a gallery showcase alongside interactive activities to learn more about how to be safe around tracks and trains\, plus safety swag and giveaways. All are welcome! \nTo RSVP for this event\, please visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sound-transit-x-arts-corps-safety-poster-gallery-walk-tickets-1985463963161?aff=oddtdtcreator \nTo learn more about the Safety Poster Contest or submit an application\, please visit: https://artscorps.org/safetyposter/
URL:https://napost.com/event/sound-transit-x-arts-corps-safety-poster-gallery-walk/
LOCATION:The Great Hall at Union Station\, 401 South Jackson Street\, Seattle\, 98104
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260508T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260508T100000
DTSTAMP:20260515T211040
CREATED:20260415T070357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T070357Z
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SUMMARY:4th Seattle Business Networking Event 2026 – Coffee Connections –
DESCRIPTION:Networking Through Morning Coffee
URL:https://napost.com/event/4th-seattle-business-networking-event-2026-coffee-connections/
LOCATION:PSPINC\, 1404 140th Place N.E.\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98007\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="PSPINC":MAILTO:contact@pspinc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260508T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260508T153000
DTSTAMP:20260515T211040
CREATED:20260318T224855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T220208Z
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SUMMARY:Estate Planning\, Wealth\, and Tax Seminar
DESCRIPTION:As the tax landscape continues to evolve\, integrated planning between investment strategy\, tax management\, and estate planning has never been more important. \nIn this free seminar\, our expert panelists will explore how coordinating these three disciplines can help investors improve tax efficiency\, protect long-term wealth\, and position assets for a more effective generational transfer. These developments are particularly important for residents of Washington State\, where recent and proposed legislative changes are reshaping the tax environment. This evolving landscape highlights why a coordinated approach to wealth\, tax\, and estate planning is increasingly critical.\nThoughtful planning today can help investors navigate shifting tax policies\, preserve more of their wealth\, and ensure their financial strategies remain aligned with both current laws and future legislative changes. \nWe hope you’ll join us! This is a free community seminar/workshop offered as part of our Legacy Education Series. \nPlease register to attend: https://forms.gle/rzvkWkUAUVkCQoTcA
URL:https://napost.com/event/estate-planning-wealth-and-tax-seminar/
LOCATION:Nikkei Manor\, 700 6th Ave S\, Seattle\, 98104
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260509T113000
DTSTAMP:20260515T211040
CREATED:20260408T191358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T214405Z
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SUMMARY:Stories and Art at Kubota Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun\, family-friendly series featuring children’s stories and hands-on art inspired by the natural elements of Kubota Garden. At this program\, local storyteller Tobey Ishii-Anderson will share Japanese folktales followed by a chigiri-e art activity led by Leah Okamoto Mann.
URL:https://napost.com/event/stories-and-art-at-kubota-garden/
LOCATION:Kubota Garden\, 9817 55th Avenue South\, Seattle\, WA\, 98118\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kubota Garden Foundation":MAILTO:sophia@kubotagarden.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260514T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260514T150000
DTSTAMP:20260515T211040
CREATED:20260506T203448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T203448Z
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SUMMARY:Bellevue College to Rededicate (on May 14th)  'Never Again is Now Mural.' The mural was defaced in 2020 -editing out references to anti-Japanese American agitation by Eastside businessmen.
DESCRIPTION:WHAT: Bellevue College\, on May 14\, 2026\, will hold a rededication ceremony to add the mural by artist and activist Erin Shigaki as a permanent artwork. \nDate: May 14th\, 2026 \nTime: 2 p.m. \nPlace: Bellevue College -Fountain Courtyard (near C and D Buildings)\, 3000 Landerholm Circle SE\, Bellevue\, WA 98007 \nSpeakers: Artist and activist Erin Shigaki\, Bellevue College President David May\, and Stan Shikuma with Japanese American Citizens League and Tsuru for Solidarity \nParking: Lot 14 visitor parking and Lot 13 for overflow \nMore detailshttps://www.bellevuecollege.edu/news/article/college-to-host-never-again-is-now-a-permanent-commitment-ceremony-may-14/
URL:https://napost.com/event/bellevue-college-to-rededicate-on-may-14th-never-again-is-now-mural-the-mural-was-defaced-in-2020-editing-out-references-to-anti-japanese-american-agitation-by-eastside-businessmen/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bellevue College":MAILTO:mediarelations@bellevuecollege.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260519T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260621T193000
DTSTAMP:20260515T211040
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SUMMARY:Japanese College Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Lighthouse will host the online free event\, “Japan University Online Fair”. \nThis event is open to anyone interested\, including students\, parents\, and educators. Eight universities are scheduled to participate\, including Aoyama Gakuin University\, Doshisha University\, and Temple University Japan Campus. \nThe fair will feature live sessions in both English and Japanese\, providing the latest information on university admissions\, scholarship opportunities\, fall enrollment\, and support services for international students. Individual consultations with each university will also be available by appointment. \nDates & Time: May 19 (Tue) – May 21 (Thu)\, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM (U.S. Pacific Daylight Time)\nContact: seminar@us-lighthouse.com (Attn: Nakamura) \nRegistration & Details:\n(Japanese) https://japan-universities.com/event/collegefair.html\n(English) https://japan-universities.com/en/event/collegefair.html
URL:https://napost.com/event/japanese-college-fair-2/
LOCATION:Online (livestream)
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ORGANIZER;CN="Lighthouse":MAILTO:seminar@us-lighthouse.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260525T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260525T110000
DTSTAMP:20260515T211040
CREATED:20260513T173932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T015113Z
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SUMMARY:NVC Memorial Day Program
DESCRIPTION:The Nisei Veterans Committee (NVC) holds a Memorial Day Service every year since 1946 to honor Japanese American and other veterans who gave their lives in service to our country. Over the years\, it has become one of the oldest and largest Memorial Day services in the Northwest\, with several hundred gathering by the Nisei War Memorial\, a 22-foot-tall granite obelisk inscribed with the sites of major campaigns of WW II in Europe and the Pacific\, as well as the names of Japanese American KIA (killed in action) from the Spanish-American War\, WW I\, WW II\, the Korean Conflict\, Vietnam\, and Granada. \nMost of the Nisei WW II veterans served in the 442nd Regimental Combat Team/100th Battalion\, the most highly decorated unit for its size and length of service in the history of the US military\, while others served in the Military Intelligence Service (MIS)\, a unit credited by a member of General McArthur’s HQ staff with shortening the war in the Pacific by two years. Many served in these segregated units while the U.S. government held their families back home in concentration camps behind barbed wire. 81 years later\, the Japanese American community and friends will gather to honor the Nisei veterans’ service and loyalty to country as we strive to continue their legacy of courage and sacrifice. We also honor those who gave their lives in subsequent wars and conflicts around the globe. \nThe Memorial Day Program will start with a presentation of colors by the Seattle Buddhist Temple Boy Scout Troop 252\, followed by Prayers and Meditations from both Christian and Buddhist perspectives\, and end with a Presentation of Floral Wreaths by over a dozen community and veterans’ organizations in memory of our fallen heroes. Our Keynote Speaker is Nyle Miyamoto\, whose father served in the 442nd RCT. \nThe public is cordially invited to attend and pay their respects.\nMay Peace and Justice prevail. \n“Go For Broke!”
URL:https://napost.com/event/nvc-memorial-day-program/
LOCATION:Lake View Cemetery\, 1554 15th Ave E\, Seattle\, WA\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nisei Veterans Committee (NVC)":MAILTO:info@seattlenvc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260530T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260530T160000
DTSTAMP:20260515T211040
CREATED:20260407T224122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T214459Z
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SUMMARY:James K. Okubo Memorial Bench Dedication
DESCRIPTION:James Kazuo Okubo is the only Congressional Medal of Honor recipient from Whatcom County. Yet he remains virtually unknown and unrecognized in the place that nurtured his unbreakable roots as an American citizen with an unquestioned duty to country\, no matter how unjustly he and his fellow Japanese Americans were treated. \nBorn in Anacortes in 1920\, he grew up in Bellingham and graduated from Bellingham High School in 1938 with dreams of becoming a dentist. He was a popular student in his junior year at Western Washington State College when he was unlawfully detained in 1942 and forced to board a bus in front of his home on H St. never to see it again. His large blended family were among the 33 longtime Japanese Americans residents and business owners from Bellingham who were taken to live in an American concentration camp in Tule Lake\, Calif. then transferred to other camps for the remainder of the war. While his family was imprisoned\, he volunteered to serve as a medic in the legendary 442nd Regimental Combat Team of U.S. Army defending the country that put them there. \nHis hero story was legend among the survivors of one of the bloodiest battles on the European front. He died in an accident in Michigan in 1967 – long before President Bill Clinton awarded Congressional Medal of Honor Medals to 22 cited\, but previously unrecognized Asian American and Pacific Islander servicemen in 2000. \nWestern Washington University awarded a posthumous Bachelor of Arts degree to Okubo at Spring Commencement 2019. \nThis bench is the first permanent recognition of Okubo in Whatcom County.
URL:https://napost.com/event/james-k-okubo-memorial-bench-dedication/
LOCATION:Memorial Park\, 2700 King St.\, Bellingham\, WA\, 98225
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nikkei Northwest":MAILTO:sfgmi200@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260620T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260620T140000
DTSTAMP:20260515T211040
CREATED:20260419T144721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T213638Z
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SUMMARY:Ayame Kai Summer Market
DESCRIPTION:Ayame Kai Summer Market Returns June 20\nKeiro Northwest invites the community to the annual Ayame Kai Summer Market on Saturday\, June 20\, for a lively day of shopping\, entertainment\, and cultural connection. \nGuests can explore a curated selection of Japanese vintage goods\, handmade items\, and offerings from over 20 local vendors. The event will also feature a bake sale\, raffle\, and live music and hula performances throughout the day. \nThis year’s market will be held at the Tukwila Community Center (outdoor parking area)\, providing expanded space for attendees to shop\, gather\, and enjoy the festivities. \nProceeds from the Ayame Kai Summer Market support Keiro Northwest’s programs and residents\, including Nikkei Manor assisted living and the Kokoro Kai Adult Day Program\, helping to sustain culturally responsive eldercare rooted in kimochi (care and compassion). \nLearn more: ayamekaimarket.org
URL:https://napost.com/event/ayame-kai-summer-market-2/
LOCATION:tukwila community center\, 12424 42nd Ave S\, Tukwila\, WA 98168\, Tukwila\, 98168
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260627T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260628T170000
DTSTAMP:20260515T211040
CREATED:20260425T051200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260425T051200Z
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SUMMARY:Japan Fair 2026
DESCRIPTION:🎌 Japan Fair 2026\n Saturday\, June 27 | 10 AM – 6 PM\n Sunday\, June 28 | 10 AM – 5 PM\n Meydenbauer Center\n 11100 NE 6th St\, Bellevue\, WA 98004\nJapan Fair is celebrating its 10th anniversary! Come to a free two-day festival showcasing traditional and modern Japanese arts & culture\, music\, and technology!\n Japan Fair is for all ages\, held indoors\, and accessible to everyone.\n✨ Free Admission!\n 🎶 Live music\, dance\, martial arts\, taiko\, and more\n 🎭  Cosplay contest\n 🌸 Ikebana & tea ceremony demonstrations\n 🛍 Wide variety of exhibitors & shopping\n🎨 Interactive Workshops\n 🎯 Amazing raffle prizes\n 🍱 Japanese food & sake tasting\n 👧 Kids’ Corner: calligraphy\, origami\, and Japanese carnival games\n … and much more!\n🔗 Visit our website for the schedules and latest updates: 👉www.japanfairus.org \n🌟 ジャパンフェア 2026 🌟\n 6月27日（土）｜午前10時～午後6時\n 6月28日（日）｜午前10時～午後5時\n Meydenbauer Center\n 11100 NE 6th St\, Bellevue\, WA 98004 \n🎌 ジャパンフェア10周年突入！伝統と現代が融合した日本のアート＆カルチャー、音楽、テクノロジーを体験できる2日間の無料イベントにぜひお越しください！\n 屋内開催で、子どもから大人までどなたでも楽しめます。\n✨ 入場無料！\n 🎶 音楽、ダンス、武道、太鼓などのライブパフォーマンス\n 🎭 コスプレコンテスト\n 🌸 生け花・茶道デモンストレーション\n 🛍 多彩な出展＆ショッピング\n🎨 体験型ワークショップ\n 🎯 豪華ラッフル賞品\n 🍱 お祭りフード＆酒テイスティンあり\n 👧 キッズコーナー：書道、折り紙、縁日ゲーム\n …など、盛りだくさん！\n🔗 最新情報やスケジュールは公式ウェブサイトへ：www.japanfairus.org
URL:https://napost.com/event/japan-fair-2026/
LOCATION:Meydenbauer Center\, 11100 NE 6th St\, Bellevue\, WA\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Japan fair":MAILTO:info@japanfairus.org
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