President’s Note for January 2026
Dear Friends, Happy New Year! I hope 2026 is off to a wonderful start for you. In Japan, the New Year (oshogatsu) is a time filled many meaningful traditions—hatsumode (the…
Remembering Sandy Calhoun
Sandy and Connie Calhoun and Mike Moyle Alexander “Sandy” Calhoun passed away at the age of 100 on November 25, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of accomplishment that will live…
President’s Note for December 2025
Dear Friends, As we reflect on the past year, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to all of you for your generous support and enthusiastic participation in Japan Society…
39th Award of Honor Gala
Celebrating 120 Years of Connecting Japan and the US Japan Society held its 39th annual Award of Honor Gala on October 24, and based on the enthusiastic feedback from our…
Celebrating 120 Years: History of the Japan Society of Northern California
Board chair Larry Greenwood (left) and board member and former JSNC president Kathleen Kimura (right) sift through documents while researching JSNC’s history. Fighting Discrimination to Building Tech Ties To commemorate…
Remembering Michi Kaifu
It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Michi Kaifu, Japan Society of Northern California’s long-serving Board Member and dear friend. Michi passed away unexpectedly on Sunday,…