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Upcoming Events

Arts & Culture

From Akiya to Home: Protecting Japan’s Traditional Homes (Partner Program)

September 3 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Free
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Language

Japanese Language Teacher Training: Introductory / 日本語教師養成講座：初級

September 4 @ 4:00 pm - November 20 @ 6:00 pm
$500
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Language

Intermediate Speaking Workshop – Level up your 日本語

September 9 @ 6:00 pm - November 11 @ 8:00 pm
$350
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Innovation

Tokyo Event: Japan’s Next Wave of Innovation: AI, Robotics, and Beyond

September 10 @ 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm
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Arts & Culture

How Japanese Site Design Inspires Mindfulness

September 10 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Free
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Language

Conversation Bootcamp

September 10 @ 6:00 pm - December 3 @ 7:30 pm
$400
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Arts & Culture / Arts from Japan

Yano et Agatsuma: Opening Night Flagship Concert

September 14 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
$55 – $125
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Innovation / Politics/Policy

The 3rd US-Japan Dual Use Tech Seminar

September 29 @ 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Free
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Special Events

40th Award of Honor Gala

October 8 @ 4:30 pm - 9:00 pm
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Innovation / VIP

INVITATION ONLY : Japan Night Reception 2026 during SEMICON West

October 14 @ 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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For a full list of events, visit our Events Calendar.

Explore Our Programs

Arts & Culture

Arts & Culture

Experience the diversity of our region through food, culture, and traditional arts.
Innovation

Business & Innovation

Explore cutting-edge ideas and connections through events like the Innovation Salon, Business Programming, and Technology Programming, driving U.S.–Japan collaboration in innovation.
Community

Community

Join us for unique events that connect and inspire the U.S.–Japan community.
Healthcare

Healthcare

Discover opportunities to advance healthcare innovation through networking and events on important topics.
Language

Language

Learn Japanese with us through various affordable Japanese language programs.
Politics/Policy

Politics/Policy

Explore discussions on U.S.–Japan relations, diplomacy, and global policy issues.
Exclusive Events

VIP

Experience exclusive access to invite-only events like Leadership Circle gatherings and private dinners, connecting leaders shaping the U.S.–Japan relationship.

For a full list of events, visit our Upcoming Events page.

Japanese Classes

We offer Japanese language classes at various levels throughout the Bay Area.

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Latest News

In Memoriam: Irene Hirano, Leader in US-Japan community

With Our Deepest Sympathies The Japan Society of Northern California wishes to express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Irene Hirano at her passing. As founding President of…

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Thank You to Our Japanese Language Class Students and Teachers

All of our Japanese language classes are now online. We greatly appreciate our students and teachers for their quick response and cooperation so that we can continue with instruction this…

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A Message from our Chairman & President

Dear Members and Supporters of Japan Society of Northern California These are difficult and unprecedented times for all of us. We would like to remind you that you are a…

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"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.

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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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