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Engaging people to experience Japanese American history and culture through innovative, high-quality programs tailored to the multicultural community.

Learn more about JASC's Serve, Preserve, Grow Campaign: https://jasc-chicago.org/about-us/spgcampaign/ JASC engages people of all ages to experience Japanese American history and culture and to improve their well-being through innovative, high quality programs and services tailored to the multicultural community.

10/06/2026

It’s already that time of year again! 🎄🍪

We’re looking for donations for our Holiday Delight Bake Sale! If you or someone you know loves to bake, we’d love your help filling our tables with homemade treats.

Baked goods will be sold during Holiday Delight, with all proceeds supporting JASC’s cultural programming, social services, and Legacy Center.

We welcome all types of baked goods! If you’d like to donate, please fill out our donation form through the link below and let us know what you’ll be bringing, along with any allergy information we should be aware of.

Thank you for helping make our Holiday Delight Bake Sale a success! ❤️

Link to cookie donation form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScFF-hPD8ZNi0pxOdQDXhjCOhYnVypaP7FSY7fDsIhq-C6G2Q/viewform

10/02/2026

📢 Free Medicare Seminar at JASC

Are you new to Medicare or helping a loved one navigate the process? Join JASC for a free Medicare seminar in partnership with MedicareTeachers!

📅 Wednesday, October 14
🕡 6:30–7:30 PM
📍 JASC | 5700 N. Lincoln Ave.

This seminar will cover the basics of applying for Medicare, navigating enrollment periods, and understanding important deadlines. It’s a helpful opportunity for those who are new to Medicare as well as caregivers assisting family members.

Registration is required. To register or learn more, please email Peter DeSouza at [email protected].

09/30/2026

🍩 Back-to-School Donuts Social! 🎒

We kicked off the new school year with our Tampopo Kai preschool and Donguri Kai K–12 families at our Back-to-School Donuts Social on September 12!

Families enjoyed Pokémon-themed donuts while students reconnected with friends, new families got to know the community, and parents had a chance to catch up. It was a fun way to celebrate the first day of in-person classes and start the school year together!

Wishing all of our Tampopo Kai and Donguri Kai students a wonderful year filled with learning, friendship, and Japanese language and cultural experiences! 🇯🇵📚

09/28/2026

On August 30, the Japanese American Service Committee officially celebrated its 80th birthday!

What began in 1946 as the Chicago Resettlers Committee was created to help Japanese and Japanese American families rebuild their lives in Chicago after World War II incarceration. Over eight decades, JASC has continued to evolve alongside the community we serve.

Today, our work centers around three areas: Social Services, Cultural Programming & Education, and the Legacy Center—supporting older adults, creating opportunities for people of all ages to connect with Japanese culture, and preserving the history and stories of Japanese Americans in Chicago.

We celebrated 80 years with a community block party filled with games, food, by Matcha Queen, and plenty of familiar faces. Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate with us! 💛

Here’s to 80 years of community—and to everything still ahead. 🎊

09/25/2026

We’re excited to participate in Open House Chicago again this year with the Chicago Architecture Center ()!

Join us at JASC on October 17 & 18 to explore our Forever Home and experience a variety of Japanese cultural activities and special offerings throughout the weekend.

Some of what’s planned includes:

🌸 Ikebana demonstrations and an exhibit of works in the Ohara style
🍵 Traditional tea ceremony demonstration
📖 Crystal City special exhibit opening program

And there’s more to come! Stay tuned as we share additional events and programs happening throughout the weekend.

We look forward to welcoming you to JASC and giving you a closer look at the space we’re proud to call our Forever Home.

📍 5700 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago

09/23/2026

Echoes of Hiroshima: The Story of Masakazu Saito

Join us at JASC on Friday, October 2, from 6:00–7:30 PM for a special presentation introducing the story of Masakazu Saito, a survivor of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima.

Through Saito’s firsthand testimony and watercolor artwork, this presentation shares his experience of survival and his message of peace, while exploring the lasting impact and dangers of nuclear weapons.

Developed by Clinton Fairbanks in partnership with Saito, Echoes of Hiroshima brings his story to a wider audience and provides an opportunity to learn from his personal experience.

📅 October 2, 2026
🕕 6:00–7:30 PM
📍 Japanese American Service Committee (JASC)
🎟️ Free to attend

Please RSVP in advance so we can prepare enough seating and space for everyone: https://form.jotform.com/262526681174158

We hope you’ll join us for this meaningful evening of history, remembrance, and reflection.

09/18/2026

Keiro no Hi, or Respect for the Aged Day, is Monday, September 21! 💛

Today, we’re taking a moment to recognize and thank the seniors in our community for the joy, knowledge, and experiences they share with us throughout the year at JASC.

Supporting our aging community is an important part of what we do, from accessible social services like Adult Day Services and Home Support Services to cultural and social programs like Ohanashikai (Conversation Table) and more.

This summer, our Adult Day Services team hosted another successful Family Day, bringing clients and their families together for an afternoon of delicious food, musical performances, and, of course, dancing! It was a wonderful opportunity for families to spend time together and see firsthand the welcoming environment we work to create for our clients each day.🎊

We’re grateful to the families who entrust us with their loved ones and to the seniors who continue to make our community stronger through their stories, experiences, and connections.

Happy Keiro no Hi! We look forward to continuing to support and celebrate our community all year long. 🌸

09/17/2026

Introducing JASC’s new series: Community Spotlight!🌟

Through this series, we’ll introduce you to the people, guests, and community members who are sharing their passions, pursuing meaningful work, and making an impact in Chicago and beyond.

We’ll share their stories, celebrate what they’ve accomplished, highlight what they’re working on now, and follow along as they take their next steps.

For our first Community Spotlight, meet Ryosuke Kawamura, a Japanese exchange student from Kyushu University who spent a year studying at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.

During his exchange year, a connection through the USJC Annual Conference led Ryosuke to JASC, where he found an opportunity to connect with people across generations and backgrounds, learn more about the Japanese American community, and explore historical materials in JASC’s Legacy Center.

As Ryosuke reflects, his experience at JASC helped make his time in Illinois “broader, richer, and more fulfilling.”

Read Ryosuke’s full story on our website and learn more about his experience with JASC!

09/16/2026

The time is now - Defining Courage is this Sunday! Don't miss DEFINING COURAGE when it comes to Chicago for its only Midwest performance.

This powerful production shares the untold stories of the Nisei soldiers who became some of America's most decorated WWII servicemembers while their families were incarcerated in U.S. camps. The stories of the Nisei soldiers continue to leave a lasting impact across generations.

Defining Courage is an immersive live multimedia experience honoring the legacy of the Nisei soldiers — Japanese Americans who served in segregated WWII military units while their families faced incarceration and discrimination at home. Through eyewitness accounts, stunning visuals, and live original music, the production brings these extraordinary yet often overlooked stories to life.

Featuring Emmy Award-winning journalist David Ono alongside Grammy-winner Daniel Ho, songwriter Harold Payne, and the RAISE Choir, this powerful performance reflects on sacrifice, resilience, and the enduring impact of those who fought for a country that did not always recognize them as fully American.

Take 20% off ticket prices with promo code COURAGE at checkout!

09/15/2026

Our August Japanese Conversation Table, Ohanashikai, featured a special Bon Odori day at JASC! ☀️

Participants came dressed in beautiful summer yukata and enjoyed learning and dancing to traditional Bon Odori music.🎶

The afternoon also included delicious bento and three special guests: Mao and Chika, who were visiting JASC from Kansai University in Japan, and Rowan, a recent graduate of DePaul University.

As summer comes to a close, we’re happy to look back on a fun afternoon of dancing, music, and cultural exchange!

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5700 N. Lincoln Avenue
Chicago, IL
60659

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

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http://www.jasc-chicago.org/

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