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Japan America Society of Greater Philadelphia

Inspiring mutual curiosity, understanding, and collaboration between Japan and Philly

The JASGP seeks to provide opportunities for involvement in the Japan-America community of Greater Philadelphia.

10/08/2026

Come out for some spooky fun at Shofuso's Yokai Family Weekend!

Yokai are supernatural creatures and spirits from Japanese folklore that live all around us. Learn about them in this all ages weekend event at Shofuso! Families can participate in a scavenger hunt and win prizes. Listen to kamishibai tales of ogres, water imps, and goblins, and craft a yokai to take home!

This year is also our 4th annual Yokai Flea Market, where we sell donated Japanese goods such as clothing, books, toys, dishware, and more! All items for sale at the Yokai flea market are donated by members of our community, with all proceeds going to support JASGP.

If you would like to donate items for the Flea Market, please fill out this form.
https://ow.ly/xjgg50ZVWEG

Yokai Family Weekend and Flea Market
October 24th and 25th
11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Shofuso Japanese Cultural Center
Lansdowne and Horticultural Drives
Philadelphia, PA 19131
Directions: https://ow.ly/WnWP50ZVWEB

Timed Tickets for Shofuso Required. All activities are included with admission.
For more information and to purchase tickets, please visit our website:
https://ow.ly/U0FR50ZVWEy

10/07/2026

On October 30th, take part in this impactful Data & AI Seminar!

"Accelerating Manufacturing Transformation with Data and AI: Practical Approaches to Business Optimization and Problem Solving Driven by Operational Needs"

Seminar Co-hosted by the Japan America Society of Greater Philadelphia, JETRO New York (JETRO USA) and Fujitsu (Fujitsu)

This content is useful for a variety of people across different departments—not only the IT department, but also field leaders, DX personnel, and others who are considering how to maximize the benefits of AI adoption, build a system that enables continuous use in the field, and gain insights for next-generation business transformation. In addition, we will invite guest speakers from JETRO New York to explain investment trends of Japanese companies in the eastern United States.

Friday, October 30th
1:30 – 5:30 pm
Hilton Philadelphia City Ave, 4200 City Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19131

Language: 日本語 Japanese
Please note that this seminar will be conducted in Japanese without English Translation

For more information and to register, please visit the Fujitsu website:
https://ow.ly/Yxit50ZVsjY
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Data & AIで加速する製造業の進化
―現場起点で進める業務高度化と課題解決への道筋―

フィラデルフィア日米協会・JETROニューヨーク・Fujitsu共催セミナー
ペンシルベニア州・フィラデルフィア　Hilton Philadelphia City Avenueにて10/30(金)開催！！

　製造業を取り巻く環境は、人手不足の深刻化や技能継承の課題、市場変化への迅速な対応など、これまで以上に厳しさを増しています。こうした課題の解決策としてAIへの期待が高まる一方で、「期待した成果につながらない」「導入したものの活用が定着しない」といった状況も少なくありません。本セミナーでは、AIを単なるツール導入で終わらせず、現場課題の解決や業務プロセスの変革へと繋げるため、データ活用を基盤としたAI活用の実践アプローチに加え、近年注目を集めるAgent AIやPhysical AIの最新動向や、製造現場におけるAI活用事例についてユースケースを用いてご紹介します。

　IT部門の方だけでなく、現場リーダーやDX担当者の方など、「AI導入効果を最大限に引き出したい」「現場で継続的に活用される仕組みを構築したい」「次世代の業務変革に向けたヒントを得たい」とお考えの様々な部門の方にお役立ていただける内容です。また、JETROニューヨークよりゲスト講演者をお招きし、米国東部における日系企業の投資動向についても解説いただきます。

JETRO USA

10/05/2026

JASGP, the Japan Center at Thomas Jefferson University, and the City of Kobe, Japan would like to invite you to take part in the Third Annual Life Sciences Dialogue. This year's theme is "From Science to Society: Japan–Philadelphia Pathways for Next-Generation Life Sciences."

The 2026 Dialogue will focus on strengthening Japan–U.S. collaboration to move scientific discoveries from research to clinical application and commercialization. Through presentations, panel discussions, and networking, the program will explore how intellectual exchange, strategic partnerships, and investment can connect research, healthcare, and industry to advance next-generation life sciences and healthcare.

The morning program will feature interactive networking, panel discussions and information exchange bringing together startups, research institutions, corporate partners, and venture capital (VC) and corporate venture capital (CVC) investors. This session is invitation only. (more information coming soon)

The afternoon symposium will feature keynote presentations and panel discussions by leading researchers, industry executives and government leaders on where life sciences is heading - and where collaboration can accelerate progress. The seminar is Free but Registration is required.

For full event information including schedule, speakers, parking, and to register online, please visit the event webpage at: https://ow.ly/EQXT50ZUwkQ

Friday, November 6th, 2026
Thomas Jefferson University
Bluemle Life Sciences Building
233 S. 10th Street,
Philadelphia, PA, 19107

10/02/2026

Shofuso will be open today, Friday, Oct. 2nd! We thank you for your patience, and look forward to welcoming you back to our Japanese House and Garden.

Shofuso Japanese Cultural Center
Lansdowne and Horticultural Drives
Philadelphia, PA 19131

Hours: 11:00 AM - 5:00 - PM
For tickets and information visit: https://japanphilly.org/shofuso/visit/

09/30/2026

** PLEASE NOTE** Shofusu will be closed on Thursday, October 1st due to a garden emergency. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. If you have already purchased tickets you will be contacted by our staff. Thank you for your understanding, and please watch this space or visit our website at japanphilly.org for notifications on when Shofuso will reopen.

09/25/2026

Our Otsukimi Moon Viewing Party at Shofuso has unfortunately been cancelled due to the severe weather forecasted for this Saturday.

There will be high winds and potential flooding, and as always we put the safety of our visitors and staff first in making this decision. If you have already purchased tickets you will be contacted and receive a refund.

Thank you for your understanding, and we will hope for better weather next year!

09/22/2026

JET Program Virtual Information Session – Hosted by JASGP

The Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Program offers young professionals the opportunity to work in Japan as Assistant Language Teachers (ALTs) or Coordinators for International Relations (CIRs).

Since 1987, more than 70,000 JET Program participants from 75 countries have lived and worked in cities, towns, and villages throughout Japan. Join JET and become part of this exclusive network of like-minded international enthusiasts!

Come and learn more about the experience, directly from a former JET Program participant!

Wednesday, September 23, 2026
6:00–7:00 PM ET
Location: Online via Zoom
FREE EVENT
Visit our website for information on how to join the webinar.
https://ow.ly/XJNf50ZQmgx

09/18/2026

Come to our Otsukimi Moon Viewing Party and enjoy the quiet beauty of Shofuso at night.

Otsukimi is a Japanese holiday that celebrates the harvest moon and is usually observed in September and October. Join us after hours to watch the moon rise over Shofuso’s pond.

Entertainment, sushi and refreshments are included:

- Shakuhachi performance by Dr. Nora Nohraku Suggs
- Koto performance by Mirai Yasuyama
- Tea by Urasenke Tea School
- Sake Tasting
- Dango Rolling Demonstration
- Chochin Lantern Making
- Hanafuda Card Games

Festive/cocktail attire is requested. Please be aware that while inside the house you will be required to remove your shoes.

Saturday, September 26th
6:00pm – 8:00pm
Shofuso Japanese House and Garden
Lansdowne and Horticultural Drives, Philadelphia, PA 19131
JASGP Members $60 | Non-Members $70

Visit our website to register: https://ow.ly/iWpR50ZPhkq

09/17/2026

Japan America Society of Greater Philadelphia offers a Japanese Classroom program providing an accessible, affordable opportunity for language instruction in a positive group study environment. This is a formal Japanese language education program geared towards working adults. Students must be 18 or older to participate.

Each course covers two chapters in the New Japan Times Genki books over ten weeks. Online class meetings are held weekly in the evenings on Google Meet.

Fall Semester starts the week of Sept. 28 - Oct. 2
$380 JASGP Members | $400 Non-members
*JASGP Members must sign-in first to receive discount*

For the Fall Semester we are offering:
Japanese 101
Japanese 102
Japanese 103
Japanese 201
Japanese 203
Conversational Japanese

Visit our website for more information on the classes and to register online.
https://ow.ly/vyrk50ZOSQb

09/11/2026

Aki Matsuri Fall Festival in Ardmore is tomorrow! The weather looks beautiful and we can't wait to see you there!

Saturday, September 12th
2:00 – 9:00 PM
Schauffele Plaza
Lancaster Ave & Cricket Ave, Ardmore, PA 19003
Admission: $10, Children 12 and under Free

For event information including activities, schedule, directions, parking and more please visit the event webpage: https://ow.ly/ot3150ZML2s

We'd like to give a special thank you to Japan Foundation, New York for their support in making this event possible.

Address

5070 Parkside Avenue, Suite 1400
Philadelphia, PA
19131

Opening Hours

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

Telephone

+12672373550

Website

http://japanphilly.org/

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