Events
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DeepTech Innovations: Japanese Universities Showcase
Japan Innovation Campus 212-214 Homer Ave, Palo Alto, CA, United StatesDeepTech Innovations: Japanese University Showcase Japan’s leading universities are becoming engines of deep-tech innovation, generating breakthrough research seeds and startup ventures that tackle pressing challenges around the world. Exciting new companies are emerging not only from The University of Osaka but also from leading research institutions, Kyoto University, Nagoya University and Kyushu University working in frontier…
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U.S.–Japan Innovation in Agri-Tech and AI: California’s Environmental Challenges, from Drought to Data
Join us for the special program, held in conjunction with the World Agri-Tech Summit in San Francisco, highlights collaborative solutions to today’s agricultural challenges. Discover how innovation at the crossroads of water, climate, agriculture, and artificial intelligence is reshaping global food systems. Let’s learn how California’s environmental and agricultural challenges are creating new business opportunities,…
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Gene of Creativity: Mapping the Future of Manga and Technology
As manga continues to shape global entertainment, advances in artificial intelligence are transforming how creative works are produced, distributed, and experienced across borders. This exclusive program brings together visionaries from Japan and San Francisco to explore the intersection of Japanese pop culture and cutting-edge technology. The evening will feature a keynote conversation with Kyuri Yamada,…
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2026 Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival
Japantown Post and Buchanan, San Francisco, CA, United StatesJoin the Japan Society at the 2026 Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival! This year the Japan Society will have a booth at the Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival on Saturday, April 11th and Sunday, April 12th from 11AM - 5PM (PDT) on both days. The festival will be held on Post Street between Laguna and Fillmore…
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Annual General Members Meeting & The World of Kokuho: A Kabuki Theatre Primer and Live Dance Demonstration, Ume Nakamura
Morrison & Foerster, LLP 425 Market Street, San Francisco, CA, United States*Hybrid program. Professional Nihonbuyo dancer Ume Nakamura will only appear online! Kabuki program contents will start from 5:10 PM PT / 9:10 AM JT It is that time of the year again — our Annual General Members Meeting! Join us for a special opportunity to network with other members, hear JSNC’s highlights from the past…
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Summer 2026 Open House – Virtual
Virtual EventPlease join us to learn more about the Japan Society of Northern California’s Japanese Language Program!
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*SOLD OUT* Natto Cooking Workshop
Bernal Cutlery 766 Valencia St., San Francisco, CA, United States*Tickets are now sold out for this event. Come join us for a class on natto, a traditional Japanese fermented superfood known for its health benefits. You will learn how to make batches of it in your own home, and taste various ways to eat it. Cooking demonstrations will also be done to showcase natto…
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Japanese Women in Fermentation: Sake, Wine & Beer Tasting + Live Taiko
Sequoia Sake Company 50 Apparel Way, San Francisco, CA, United States*We invite you for this special event in cooperation with Sequoia Sake Company! *Sequoia Sake is happy to extend a 10% discount on any sake purchases during the event to Society members! Taste sake, wine, and beer crafted by Japanese women producers in Northern California, with otsumami, a panel discussion, and live Taiko. A Historic…
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Kobo Sessions: Sonic Improvisation Trio x Japanese Wine x Bento Box
Hosfelt Gallery 260 Utah St, San Francisco, CA, United StatesFeaturing: Kanoko Nishi (koto), Theresa Wong (voice and cello) and Haruka Fujii (percussion) Nippon Kobo presents the second Kobo Sessions, on May 2, 2026 at Hosfelt Gallery in San Francisco. Kobo Sessions are premium events set in intimate locations, with a small audience capacity to offer an intimate experience of music and culture from contemporary…
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2026 U.S.-Japan Healthcare Connection Reverse Pitch Event
Triple Ring Technologies 39655 Eureka Dr, Newark, CA, United States*In-person program Come hear pitches from leading Japan-focused strategic investors and pharmaceutical companies including AN Ventures, Astellas, Chugai Pharmaceuticals, Daiichi Sankyo, Nippon Life, Ono Pharmaceuticals and Recor Medical. Our presenters will share their investment and partnering priorities with the audience, and tell you how to connect with them to discuss strategic partnering opportunities. This is an…
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*SOLD OUT* Intermediate Speaking Workshop – Level up your 日本語
Virtual Event*This workshop is now Sold Out. Stay tuned for our newsletters and social media posts for future workshops!* Do you have a solid foundation of essential Japanese? Have you completed your JLPT N4 test and are studying for JLPT N3? Let’s help you level up your pre-intermediate Japanese skills! We are now accepting students for…
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What Silicon Valley Can Learn from Japanese Innovation
Stanford University, Bishop Auditorium 518 Memorial Way, Stanford, CA*Hybrid program In cooperation with the Stanford US-Asia Technology Management Center, the Japan Society of Northern California will host a program on “What Silicon Valley Can Learn from Japanese Innovation.” Following a keynote address by Dr. Richard Dasher, panelists will discuss how Silicon Valley can add value to its innovation ecosystem through engagement with Japan.…
