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Our mission is to celebrate Japanese and Japanese American culture and heritage in order to promote a more compassionate, resilient, and equitable society.

05/28/2026

🎁 Happiness by the Bagful is back! 🎁

Why wait until festival weekend for the fun to begin? Pre-order your Fukubukuro Bag (“Lucky Bag”) now and bring home a surprise inspired by a beloved Japanese tradition.

Each mystery bag comes packed inside a colorful insulated zippered tote and includes n exclusive Denver Cherry Blossom Festival towel soothing incense generously donated by Shoyeido Corporation, & more
✨ PLUS the chance to discover lucky surprises like:
• Denver Zoo tickets
• History Colorado passes
• Restaurant gift cards & coupons
• Sake sets
• Luggage tags, enamel pins, keychains, and more

Every bag is different, which means every bag is a little adventure waiting to be opened.

🌸 Pre-order online today
🌸 Pick up at the Sakura Foundation booth during the Denver Cherry Blossom Festival
📍Denver Cherry Blossom Festival Lawrence Street Marketplace
📅 June 27 & 28

Supplies are limited, so do not leave your luck to chance!

Best of all, proceeds support the mission and programming of Sakura Foundation.

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05/14/2026

Nikkei Treasures AAPI Heritage Month Sale

Support the local Asian Community at the Nikkei Treasures AAPI Heritage Month Sale! Find unique treasures and support community along the way. From Japanese and Japanese American goods to one-of-a-kind items, there are so many great items to brighten up your home with!

📅 Saturday, May 30
🕙 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

📍 Sakura Square 2nd Level, 1255 19th St

Come shop, connect, and celebrate culture with us! You just might find the perfect treasure to take home!

All proceeds benefit Sakura Foundation & Tri-State/Denver Buddhist Temple.

05/12/2026

🌸 Join the Festival Volunteer Team 🌸

The Denver Cherry Blossom Festival does not come to life without an incredible volunteer crew, and we want YOU on the team!

This is more than volunteering. It is your chance to:
• Make new friends
• Go behind the scenes of one of Denver’s biggest cultural festivals
• Join the amazing crew that makes this weekend unforgettable

Whether you love helping guests, supporting performers, or just jumping in wherever needed, there is a role for you.

Volunteer opportunities include:
• Pre-Event Set Up
• Marketplace Assistance
• Temple Food Booth Runners
• General Runners
• Greeters
• Kids’ Craft Area
• Stage Assistance
• Festival Clean Up & Tear Down

Spots are available for June 26th, 27th, and 28th

Come join the team and bring the festival to life with us!

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05/07/2026

J/JA Picks for AANHPI Heritage Month

Sakura Foundation's Board of Directors are sharing some of their favorite J/JA-created and J/JA-centered picks across television, movies, books, children’s literature, and podcasts. These are stories that inspire, challenge, entertain, and deepen our understanding of the many voices across Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities.

From unforgettable characters to powerful histories and joyful family reads, there is something here for everyone.

Take a look through our board’s top recommendations and comment to let us know which AANHPI favorites you would add to the list!

05/05/2026

Researchers at the University of Texas at Austin School of Nursing are seeking participants for a study supporting Japanese women in the U.S. who are experiencing breast cancer–related pain.

Led by Professor Eun-Ok Im, the research team is developing a culturally tailored online support program designed specifically for Japanese women. Many Japanese breast cancer survivors in the U.S. face challenges such as stigma and language barriers that can make it difficult to seek support. This study aims to help bridge that gap by providing accessible, culturally responsive resources.

If you or someone you know may benefit from participating, or if you would like to help share this opportunity with the community, please consider learning more.

Additional details about the study are available at ClinicalTrials.gov/study/NCT06085313

By sharing this information, you may help someone who has been quietly navigating their cancer journey find support and connection.

04/22/2026

AAPI Culture Fest x Civic Center NIGHT MARKET

Denver, get ready for an unforgettable night celebrating culture, community, and incredible flavors.

Inspired by the vibrant night markets of Southeast Asia, this one-night event brings together the best of Denver’s AAPI community through food, drinks, art, and live performances. Explore a dynamic festival atmosphere featuring 16 community hubs, artisan vendors, cultural showcases, and more.

Come hungry, stay curious, and experience the energy of a true night market right in the heart of downtown.

🗓️ Friday, May 22, 2026
⏰ 5-10PM
📍 Civic Center Park, Downtown Denver

Produced by Denver’s AAPI Commission, Civic Center Conservancy, and Bonfire Event Co., with support from Asian Roundtable of Colorado.

Tag your crew and make it a night out.

04/20/2026

Sakura Foundation is a proud community partner of , celebrating the 6th Annual National AANHPI Mental Health Day this May 10th!

The mental health of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Communities matters, and we encourage you to join us in spreading awareness this May and beyond!

This year, we center the importance of affordable access to care and vital supports like housing and food, alongside ensuring our community wellness by demanding immigrant justice.

Whether it’s housing, healthcare, or grocery costs, we know our communities cannot have their mental health supported until basic needs are met. This TOO is Mental Health: The affordability of healthcare, housing, food, & other basic necessities, including culturally responsive care! Economic Stress Is a Major Contributor to AANHPI Mental Health Challenges. Data from AAPIData makes clear that cost of living is an overwhelming factor.

For AANHPI communities, we know that Immigrant Justice Is Mental Health.

Learn more at naapimha.org/aanhpimhday

04/15/2026

AA.NH/PI Heritage Month Kick off Fair
Ngày hội chào mừng Tháng Di Sản Người Mỹ Gốc Á, Người Hawaii Bản Địa và Người Gốc Đảo Thái Bình Dương

Connect to your heritage, celebrate who you are, and make new memories at AA.NH/PI Heritage Month Kick Off Fair. Enjoy a drag storytime with Gila Moonstar before exploring stations with games, books, crafts, music from around the world, and more. Food and drinks provided. Free and open to all.

📍 Westwood Community Gym Center - 1000 S Lowell Blvd, Denver CO
🗓️ May 2 at 1 - 3PM

Hãy cùng kết nối với cội nguồn, tôn vinh bản sắc cá nhân và tạo nên những kỷ niệm mới tại Ngày hội Tháng Di sản AA.NH/PI. Hãy cùng thưởng thức chương trình kể chuyện “Drag Storytime” với Nữ hoàng Vũ trụ Gila Moonstar. Sau đó khám phá các gian hàng trò chơi, sách truyện, đồ thủ công, âm nhạc quốc tế và nhiều hoạt động thú vị khác. Có phục vụ đồ ăn và thức uống miễn phí cho tất cả mọi người tham dự.

04/14/2026

You’re Invited

Join us for a historic and meaningful evening at the inaugural Colorado Labor Hall of Honor Induction Ceremony and Banquet.

We are especially proud to celebrate Marge Taniwaki, whose incredible contributions and impact have touched so many in our community. Many of you have worked alongside her, and this recognition is a powerful tribute to her legacy.

This special event marks the very first induction into the Hall of Honor, making it a truly memorable occasion to honor leaders who have shaped Colorado’s labor movement and community.

Your presence would mean so much as we come together to celebrate Marge and this important milestone.

Join us for an evening of recognition, reflection, and community.

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1255 19th Street
Denver, CO
80202

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http://www.sakurafoundation.org/, http://www.sakurafoundation.org/donate, https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfp2K

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