J-Sei

J-Sei A multi-generational and cultural organization for seniors, youth, and families that espouses Japanese-Nikkei values.

J-Sei is a multi-generational and multi-cultural organization with its roots in Nikkei values and culture. We provide care and assistance to older adults, senior assisted living, and activities and services for families and youth.

Join us for Part 2 of A Place of Her Own's Artist Talk this Sunday (08/30) from 1:00pm-4:00pm.
08/26/2026

Join us for Part 2 of A Place of Her Own's Artist Talk this Sunday (08/30) from 1:00pm-4:00pm.

Hey J-Sei Community! Looking to be part of the J-Sei team? Do you enjoy working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? J-...
08/24/2026

Hey J-Sei Community! Looking to be part of the J-Sei team? Do you enjoy working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment? J-Sei is once again looking to hire a Chef Assistant to join our wonderful nutrition program! If you're passionate about food and culture, and are looking to gain experience in the culinary industry, we'd love to hear from you! Visit our website: https://j-sei.org/chef-assistant/ for full details, or scan the Q.R code in the photo.

Please email your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in the position to Sianne at [email protected]. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, so the earlier the better. Please pass this along to anyone who might be interested, and thank you so much!

PLEASE NOTE: There may be multiple job posts for similar sounding jobs on the website, so please be sure to click on the most updated one. Thank you!

*Aug 9-Oct 18 2026*Illuminate PLACE Co-presented by A PLACE OF HER OWN and J-Sei in Emeryville, CA .August 23. Artist T...
08/23/2026

*Aug 9-Oct 18 2026*
Illuminate PLACE
Co-presented by A PLACE OF HER OWN and J-Sei in Emeryville, CA .

August 23. Artist Talk: Gallery 12-5 pm/ Talk 1pm - 4pm (today)

Curated by Cynthia Tom and Julie Andersen

You are invited to view this found-object based art exhibition. PLACE multiethnic, multigenerational alumni artists share their healing journeys and the art created in answer to the question, "If you had a place of your own, what would it be?”

Using found objects, their intuition and self-agency, they create works that speak to their healing journeys, imperfect, messy and gloriously full of epiphanies.

August 30. Artist Talk: Gallery 12-5 pm/ Talk 1pm - 4pm
Oct 18. Closing Celebration Potluck: Gallery 12– 3pm

Location: JSEI at 1285 66th St, Emeryville, CA 94608
A PLACE OF HER OWN

Sunday, August 23rd (today): Elvia Oleo, Emily Yamauchi, Barbara Mumby Huerta, Bora Kim, AVOTJA, Susan Almazol, Patricia Zamora (a.k.a. PAZ), Erika Powell, Mylene Leng Leng Cahambing (a.k.a R.A.D.), Frances Cachapero, Cynthia Tom, Julie Andersen

Funded by California Arts Council and Do A Little Fund

Fiscally sponsored by Asian American Women Artists Association, (AAWAA)

Thank you to our PLACE artists and volunteers.

Hi J-Sei friends and family! Dr. Tamiko Katsumoto’s talk “A Plant Based Diet to Ease The Joints” is today (08/22) from 1...
08/22/2026

Hi J-Sei friends and family! Dr. Tamiko Katsumoto’s talk “A Plant Based Diet to Ease The Joints” is today (08/22) from 10:00am-11:30am at J-Sei, both in person* and online. Join us for an engaging conversation with Dr. Katsumoto and enjoy healthy light snacks to start your day!

RSVP online if you haven’t done so already: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/a-plant-based-diet-to-ease-the-joints and we’ll see some of you very soon.

*Please note that in person tickets are limited and may be sold out by the time you book your tickets. However, you can always register online to attend the Zoom version. :)

Hi J-Sei friends and family. Reiki Wellness at J-Sei is *today (Friday, 08/21)*! A recurring session, Reiki Wellness wil...
08/21/2026

Hi J-Sei friends and family. Reiki Wellness at J-Sei is *today (Friday, 08/21)*! A recurring session, Reiki Wellness will continue every 1st and 3rd Fridays of the month (Friday, 08/08 and *Friday, 08/21*).

Please make an appointment via either www.myactivecenter.com if you are an active participant at J-Sei and already have a J-Card), or email [email protected] with any questions. Appointments are available between 10:30am to 12:30 pm, and *must be made 48 hours in advance*.

Visit our website: https://j-sei.org/reiki-wellness-at-j-sei/ for more information, and sign up today!

Hello J-Sei community members! J-Sei’s event on the Save OUR National Archives Campaign is today (08/20) at 2:00pm. Feat...
08/20/2026

Hello J-Sei community members! J-Sei’s event on the Save OUR National Archives Campaign is today (08/20) at 2:00pm. Featuring community organizer/genealogist Grant Din, this event will be a combination of a discussion and letter writing. Come join us in saving NARA, and hear from Grant about how you can help support their cause.

For more info, visit the link in our bio/LinkTree, or scan the Q.R. code in the attached flyer on your mobile device.

RSVP to [email protected] with "Support SONA" in the subject line if you haven’t done so already, and we will see you soon!

*Aug 9-Oct 18 2026*Illuminate PLACE Co-presented by A Place of Her Own and J-Sei in Emeryville, CA *August 23. Artist...
08/20/2026

*Aug 9-Oct 18 2026*
Illuminate PLACE
Co-presented by A Place of Her Own and J-Sei in Emeryville, CA

*August 23. Artist Talk: Gallery 12-5 pm/ Talk 1pm - 4pm*

Curated by Cynthia Tom and Julie Andersen
You are invited to view this found-object based art exhibition. PLACE multiethnic, multigenerational alumni artists share their healing journeys and the art created in answer to the question, "If you had a place of your own, what would it be?”

Using found objects, their intuition and self-agency, they create works that speak to their healing journeys, imperfect, messy and gloriously full of epiphanies.

August 30. Artist Talk: Gallery 12-5 pm/ Talk 1pm - 4pm
Oct 18. Closing Celebration Potluck: Gallery 12– 3pm

Location: JSEI at 1285 66th St, Emeryville, CA 94608

Featured Artists for 08/23: Barbara Mumby Huerta, Erika Powell, Frances Cachepero, Susan Almazol, Julie Andersen, Cynthia Tom, AVOTJA, Bora Kim, Emily Yamauchi, Patricia Zamora (a.k.a. PAZ), Mylene Leng Leng Cahambing (a.k.a. R.A.D.), Elvia Oleo

*Funded in part by California Arts Council and Do A Little Fund*
Fiscally sponsored by Asian American Women Artists Association. Hosted by J-Sei.

Thank you to our PLACE artists and volunteers.

*Aug 9-Oct 18 2026*Illuminate PLACE Co-presented by A Place of Her Own and J-Sei in Emeryville, CA *August 23. Artist ...
08/18/2026

*Aug 9-Oct 18 2026*
Illuminate PLACE
Co-presented by A Place of Her Own and J-Sei in Emeryville, CA

*August 23. Artist Talk: Gallery 12-5 pm/ Talk 1pm - 4pm*

Curated by Cynthia Tom and Julie Andersen
You are invited to view this found-object based art exhibition. PLACE multiethnic, multigenerational alumni artists share their healing journeys and the art created in answer to the question, "If you had a place of your own, what would it be?”

Using found objects, their intuition and self-agency, they create works that speak to their healing journeys, imperfect, messy and gloriously full of epiphanies.

August 30. Artist Talk: Gallery 12-5pm/Talk 1pm-4pm
Oct 18. Closing Celebration Potluck: Gallery 12– 3pm

Location: JSEI at 1285 66th St, Emeryville, CA 94608

A PLACE OF HER OWN
Funded in part by the California Arts Council and Do A Little Fund

Thank you to our PLACE artists and volunteers.

Asian American Women Artists Association (AAWA) fiscal sponsor

Hi J-Sei community! J-Sei’s Healthy Aging Program is having another talk this month. This one is on supporting brain hea...
08/17/2026

Hi J-Sei community! J-Sei’s Healthy Aging Program is having another talk this month. This one is on supporting brain health in our community. Supporting Brain Health in Our Community shares important information about brain-healthy actions we should all build into our routines to benefit our brains, including the U.S. POINTER recipe. This presentation will also help everyone to understand the science-backed steps we can take to support lifelong brain health. The event will take place 10 days from now (on Thursday, August 27th) from 2:00pm-3:00pm. RSVP to this event by emailing [email protected] with the subject line “Brain Health”.

To learn more visit our website: https://j-sei.org/healthy-aging-supporting-brain-health-in-our-community/ or by scanning the Q.R. code in the flyer attached. Please share with anyone you think might be interested, and we will see you soon!

Hello J-Sei community members. J-Sei’s special Sunday-Funday and sold-out screenings of “Meals That Made Us” is today (0...
08/16/2026

Hello J-Sei community members. J-Sei’s special Sunday-Funday and sold-out screenings of “Meals That Made Us” is today (08/16)! Come swing by J-Sei today and experience the fair for yourself. The “Funday” will be from 12:00pm-5:00pm, and the screenings of “Meals That Made Us” will be at 11:00am, 2:00pm & 4:00pm. The film will be about 1 hour long, so there should be plenty of time for everyone to explore the fair before and/or after the screening. Come hungry and ready to socialize!

UPDATE on “Meals That Made Us”: ALL FILM SCREENINGS ARE SOLD OUT NOW.

Address

1285 66th Street
Emeryville, CA
94608

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+15106544000

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