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  • JAPANESE FILM SERIES

    Join us for April's mini-Japanese film festival at the Mechanics  Institute!  Curated by film critic Michael Fox, showcasing directors, stars, film genres, and classics. Come for the movie; stay for the discussion! Every Friday evening in April! April 5: The Twilight Samurai April 12: The Teahouse of the August Moon April 19: Cast Me If…

    $10

  • FREE SCREENING OF STRAINS OF ODYSSEY

    CSMA is honored to present this inspiring story, filmed by a crew of nine adults with intellectual disabilities, that traces the journey of noted Japanese conductor Kobayashi Ken-ichiro as he overcomes obstacles–including the devastating March 2011 earthquake and tsunami in Japan’s Fukishima Prefecture–to stage a very special concert for musicians with disabilities.   To reserve…

    FREE

  • 2013 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

    On Thursday, April 11, 2013 the Japan Society of Northern California will host our 2013 General Members Meeting and culminate the 2013 Election of Board Members. This exclusive, members-only gathering is your opportunity to meet Japan Society’s staff, plus members of the Board of Directors of the Japan Society, and to learn about our plans…

    FREE - Members only

  • CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL

    Every year hundreds of performers from both Japan and California give over 200,000 attendees a taste of the Japanese/Japanese American culture. During these two weekends we encourage you to savor the taste, listen to the sounds and see the rich colors that make the Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival unique.   Michisuya Hanayagi performs in…

  • THE BLACK SHIP SCROLL: EARLY US-JAPAN RELATIONS AS SEEN THROUGH ARTWORK

    Painting of American sailors dancing about under the influence of strong drink. The Black Ship Scroll marks a time in history when Japan “opened” its doors to the outside world after more than two centuries of living in seclusion. The Japan Society of Northern California originally received a set of Black Ship Scroll paintings as…

    $15 – $35

  • SPRINGFEST

    The Edith Coliver Festival of Cultures "SpringFest" is an exuberant celebration of life and culture from around the globe. This annual event is held in conjunction with Cal Day, the UC Berkeley campus open house. Attendees are treated to tantalizing delicacies from Armenia to Zambia. Performances of traditional music and dance from all corners of…

    FREE

  • YPG SAN FRANCISCO!

    Ready for your new favorite Japanese restaurant in SF? Then join us in the SOMA district at Kama Sushi for the next YPG meet-up! We’ll start a little earlier than usual to take advantage of their awesome happy hour! There will be private booths to lounge in and enjoy specials like $4 beer/sake and $5…

    FREE

  • JAPAN YEAR AHEAD: Is Japan "Back"? with Alexander Kinmont

    Discussion: During his recent state visit to Washington, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe declared that “Japan is Back.”  Noted Japan strategist and investor, Alexander Kinmont, examines this proclamation closely along with the factors driving the apparent sudden shift in Japan’s political and governmental positions on economic and diplomatic policies: After re-considering the degree to which Japan actually “went…

    $50

  • JAPAN YEAR AHEAD: Where Will Japan’s Long-Term Growth Come From? with Toyoo Gyohten

    Discussion: Mr. Toyoo Gyohten, President at the Institute for International Monetary Affairs and Senior Advisor of the Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ, Ltd, will discuss his thoughts on what Japan can do to stimulate its economy.  Can Japan continue to rely on an export-driven economy?  Can the Japanese government continue to finance its debt once Japan’s…

    $10 – $20

  • YPG San Mateo!

    The Japan Society's Young Professionals Group (YPG)  will be heading back to the South Bay for our May meet-up! Continue the fun with another evening of good food, drinks, and conversation with other Japan-oriented professionals in the Bay Area!  Join us at Izakaya Ginji where they specialize in yakitori (chicken skewers), shochu, and sake! Affordable, delicious, option for…

    FREE

  • JAPAN YEAR AHEAD: Abenomics – Earthquake or Tremor? with Lyric Hughes Hale & Dr. Robert Madsen

    Discussion: In this session of our ongoing Japan: Year Ahead Series, join us as leading business thinkers Lyric Hughes Hale and Dr. Robert Madsen debate the effectiveness of Abenomics given the other structural challenges facing Japan such as a shrinking work force, an aging population, and limited foreign direct investment in developing new industries.  This…

    $10 – $20