Japan Society of Northern California

06/10/2026

🎌🏀 Celebrate Japanese Heritage Night with the Valkyries on September 18, 2026! 🏀🎌

Join us for an unforgettable evening of culture, community, and basketball as we celebrate Japanese Heritage Night. Bring your family and friends and join the Japantown Community Group at Chase Center!

👕 Bonus: Every ticket purchased through the event link includes an exclusive, limited-edition Valkyries Japanese Heritage Night T-Shirt. https://am.ticketmaster.com/valkyries/buy/virtual-venue/RUdWMDkxOA==?promoCode=SkNH

Don't miss this exciting night of celebration, connection, and Valkyries basketball. We can't wait to see you there!

06/10/2026

Your dream Japan trip starts here ✈️🇯🇵

Join Creating Your Dream Trip to Japan 2026 for an evening of inspiration and practical guidance on building your perfect Japan itinerary—from iconic destinations to hidden gems.

📅 Tuesday, June 30th, 2026
🕕 6:00 – 7:30 PM PDT
📍 Skadden Palo Alto

Learn from experts, get real travel insights, and start shaping your 2026 Japan adventure with confidence.

06/05/2026

COMMUNITY EVENT: 🇯🇵🥢 On June 15, join this hands-on natto cooking class at Bernal Cutlery in San Francisco and learn how to make Japan’s famous fermented superfood. Enjoy tastings, fermentation tips, and take home everything you need to start your own batch!

More info and registration can be found here:

Join us for a culinary adventure exploring natto, a Japanese superfood. Learn how to ferment it at home and ways to eat and cook with it!

06/05/2026

🥩🍶 Discover the flavors of Ohshu, Japan.

Join us for an exclusive evening featuring premium Maesawa Wagyu beef and expertly paired Oshu sake. Learn about the craftsmanship behind these regional specialties of Iwate prefecture while enjoying a unique tasting experience.

📅 Friday, June 12th | 7:00–8:30 PM
📍 Bacchus Wine & Spirits, Millbrae
🎟️ $80 general ($75 members)

Space is limited—register today!

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the extraordinary flavors of one of Japan’s most prized and rare wagyu varieties, Maesawa beef, expertly

06/03/2026

Last week we were pleased to welcome some of our Leadership Circle and Board Members for a private tour of the Asian Art Museum’s special exhibitions with Chief Curator Rob Mintz.

Our tour went through the exhibition “Chiharu Shiota: Two Home Countries,” examined its immersive installations, and gained deeper insight into Shiota’s artistic practice. Following the Shiota exhibition, we caught the last week of the exhibit “New Japanese Clay.” Guests enjoyed this special opportunity to engage with the exhibitions and learn the stories behind the artists and their works.

Thank you to Rob Mintz for sharing his expertise and to the Asian Art Museum for helping to arrange our tour. We look forward to our next visit!

06/03/2026

From rivalry to respect, building bridges with sports ⚾🇺🇲🇯🇵

Join us for a screening of Diamond Diplomacy, which 150+ years of shared history between the United States and Japan through our shared love of baseball. The documentary traces the evolution of a complex international relationship, touching on racism, diplomacy, and the unifying power of sports.

Following the screening will be a special talk with director Yuriko Gamo Romer and executive producer Glen S. Fukushima.

📆 June 9, 2026
🕛 5:00 – 7:00 PM
📍 San Francisco Main Library (Koret Auditorium) | 100 Larkin Street San Francisco, CA 94102
🎟️ Free

Don't miss this special night of film and dialogue.

Join us at the San Francisco Main Library for a screening of Diamond Diplomacy, directed by Yuriko Gamo Romer. This engaging documentary explores how baseball

06/01/2026

Take this as your sign! Thinking about applying to the JET Program? Join USJETAA’s free virtual JET Info Session on June 11, 2026!

✏️ Hear firsthand experiences from JET alumni, get application advice from a JET Program Coordinator, and ask your questions during a live Q&A.

Whether you're just starting to explore JET or preparing your application, this session is a great opportunity to learn more about living and working in Japan through the program.

This event is part of USJETAA’s NEXT JET Program, connecting prospective and departing JETs with alumni and current participants for mentorship and support.

Register here: https://www.usjetaa.org/news/jet-info-session-june-2026

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06/01/2026

Our June is packed with fun and memorable experiences! 🇯🇵✨

Join us for a lineup of arts, culture, food, film, travel inspiration, and community events:
🎨 June 2 | Japan’s Metalcraft Superstars: Ten Master Artists (FREE)
🎬 June 9 | “Diamond Diplomacy” Screening & Special Director’s Talk (FREE)
🥩🍶 June 12 | Maesawa Wagyu Beef & Premium Sake Pairing Seminar & Dinner
⚽️ June 14 | World Cup Viewing Party: Japan vs. Netherlands
✈️ June 30 | Creating Your Dream Trip to Japan (FREE)

Whether you're passionate about Japanese art, curious about travel, a foodie, or a soccer fan, there's something for everyone this month. Reserve your spot today—some events have limited capacity!

05/30/2026

Exploring the future of innovation through a cross-cultural lens 🇯🇵🌉🇺🇸

In cooperation with the Stanford University US-Asia Technology Management Center, last week we welcomed leaders from Silicon Valley and Japan’s innovation ecosystem for a thoughtful discussion on what each can learn from the other — from entrepreneurship and investment to technology, collaboration, and long-term value creation.

A huge thank you to our incredible speakers, partners, and community for joining us at Stanford for this inspiring conversation.

05/30/2026

⚽🇯🇵 Cheering on Japan in the 2026 FIFA World Cup? Come watch the game with fellow fans and enjoy a beer as Samurai Blue takes on the Netherlands!

This year’s watch party is hosted by Standard Deviant Brewing, which will provide good beer, great company, and an exciting atmosphere as we celebrate one of the world’s biggest sporting events together.

📍 Standard Deviant Brewing | 280 14th St, San Francisco, CA 94103
📅 Sunday, June 14th, 2026
⏰ Match begins at 1:00 PM

Ticket price includes one drink (beer or craft soda), discount available for JSNC members. Purchase at link in bio 🎟️

Cheering on Japan in the 2026 FIFA World Cup? Come watch the game with fellow fans and enjoy a beer as Japan takes on the Netherlands!