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President’s Note for April 2023
I was fortunate to travel to Japan for two weeks in March. My family, like many people who love Japan, had been eager to get back for a visit after…
President’s Note for March 2023
With a flurry of activities in late February – including the Emperor’s birthday reception at the Consul General’s residence, a flag-raising ceremony at SF City Hall, a VIP reception for…
Event Recap: Awamori- A Traditional Spirit for the Modern Age
On March 1st, the Japan Society of Northern California hosted “Awamori — A Traditional Spirit for the Modern Age”, generously sponsored by the Consulate General of Japan in San Francisco.…
"Award of Honor" Gala
For more than 100 years, the Japan Society of Northern California has fostered collaboration and understanding between the United States and Japan by providing Northern Californians with a range of language, cultural and business programming and opportunities for fellowship.
Innovation Awards
The Society’s vision is to energize the creativity, imagination and actions of individuals, businesses and academics – in both the U.S. and Japan – through creating distinctive dialogues and programs that broadly publicize and encourage “best in class” Japan – U.S. innovation and entrepreneurship.
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