Japan-America Society of Washington DC (JASWDC)

Japan-America Society of Washington DC (JASWDC) Japan-America Society of Washington DC (JASWDC) official page!

JASWDC promotes friendship and understanding between Americans and Japanese through diverse programming that spans the educational, cultural, business, and policy spheres.

๐Ÿ“ข Registration for the JASWDC Japanese Language School 2026 Fall Term is open! ๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐ŸซThe Early Bird Discount registration d...
07/15/2026

๐Ÿ“ข Registration for the JASWDC Japanese Language School 2026 Fall Term is open! ๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿซ

The Early Bird Discount registration deadline is July 26th.

The deadline for regular registration is set for August 23rd, so don't miss out!๐Ÿ“†

Our language school is dedicated to providing in-depth, accessible language classes tailored to suit your level of knowledge in Japanese. As such, all JLS classes are offered online through Zoom.

Click here to learn more and to register: https://jaswdc.org/japanese-language-school/

JASWDC President Ryan Shaffer sharing the DC and Sakura Matsuri love with Governor ลŒmura of Aichi prefecture in Nagoya y...
07/14/2026

JASWDC President Ryan Shaffer sharing the DC and Sakura Matsuri love with Governor ลŒmura of Aichi prefecture in Nagoya yesterday. Sakura-chan is a big fan of Aichi, and she was happy to visit!

Aichi Now Senator Bill Hagerty ใ‚ขใƒกใƒชใ‚ซๅคงไฝฟ้คจ U.S. Embassy Tokyo Embassy of Japan in the USA D.C. United DC Mayor's Office on Asian and Pacific Islander Affairs

Celebrate the Japanese Star Festival under the stars!Join us for the 2026 Tanabata Celebration at Hillwood Museum & Gard...
06/22/2026

Celebrate the Japanese Star Festival under the stars!
Join us for the 2026 Tanabata Celebration at Hillwood Museum & Gardens on July 9th. Enjoy an evening of live Koto music, traditional origami and calligraphy crafts, and write your own tanzaku wish to hang on the bamboo. As night falls, look through telescopes provided by the National Air and Space Museum.
Date: Thursday, July 9th | 5:30 โ€“ 8:30 PM
Location: Hillwood Museum & Gardens
Tickets: Grab yours at the link in our bio. Pack a picnic blanket and join us!

06/17/2026

AMB Katahira met with Ryan Shaffer, President of Japan-America Society of Washington DC (JASWDC) and had a productive discussion on strengthening ๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿค๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ ties through culture, education, and public diplomacy. Thank you for your longstanding dedication to fostering mutual understanding between our countries.

Ready to eat your way through the summer heat? ๐ŸŒž Join us online as we whip up a refreshing Harusame Salad (Spring Rain ...
06/12/2026

Ready to eat your way through the summer heat? ๐ŸŒž

Join us online as we whip up a refreshing Harusame Salad (Spring Rain Glass Noodle Salad) and a favorite Japanese dessert, Coffee Jelly.

Plus, everyone who registers gets a bonus summertime heat-buster recipe: โ€œCool as a Cucumber!โ€

Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM (ET)
Where: Online via ZOOM
Tickets: $10 Members / $15 Non-Members

Led by cookbook author and Japanese culinary specialist Debra Samuels, this interactive session includes full recipe cards and ingredient lists so you can cook right along with us.

Advance registration is required. Click the link in our bio to secure your spot today!

Presented in partnership with TABLE FOR TWO and participating Japan-America Societies.

A very special thank you to Katsura Sunshine for attending a pre-show meet-and-greet tonight for our JASWDC members!
06/12/2026

A very special thank you to Katsura Sunshine for attending a pre-show meet-and-greet tonight for our JASWDC members!

Beat the summer heat with us in the kitchen!โ˜€๏ธLearn how to make two refreshing Japanese staples: crisp Harusame Salad (S...
06/03/2026

Beat the summer heat with us in the kitchen!โ˜€๏ธ

Learn how to make two refreshing Japanese staples: crisp Harusame Salad (Spring Rain Glass Noodle Salad) and a classic Coffee Jelly.

Whether you want to cook along live or just watch from home, this online class is a great weekend activity for the whole family.

Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026, at 6:00 PM ET
Where: Online via ZOOM
Tickets: $10 Members / $15 Non-Members
JASWDC members: Use code WDC to save $5. Only one registration is needed per household.

The session will be led by cookbook author and Japanese culinary specialist Debra Samuels. Registration includes full recipe cards, ingredients lists, and a bonus "Cool as a Cucumber" recipe.
Click the link in our bio to secure your spot, as advance registration is required.
Presented in partnership with and participating Japan-America Societies.

Want to join our team? We are accepting applications for a Program Assistant Intern through the Tanaka Scholars Internsh...
05/18/2026

Want to join our team? We are accepting applications for a Program Assistant Intern through the Tanaka Scholars Internship program!

How to apply: Fill out the official form (https://jaswdc.app.neoncrm.com/forms/internship-application-1) also found through our website. Applications sent via email will not be considered.

What you need: Your personal info, resume, and a cover letter detailing your availability and interest.

Deadline: Sunday, May 24, 2026, at 11:59 PM EDT. No phone calls, please.

๐Ÿ“ฃ Applications are now open!Are you a college student thinking about studying abroad in Japan? Or do you know someone wh...
05/01/2026

๐Ÿ“ฃ Applications are now open!

Are you a college student thinking about studying abroad in Japan? Or do you know someone who is? The Tanaka & Green Academic Scholarships for the 2026โ€“2027 academic year are now accepting applications!

๐ŸŒ Open to undergrad and graduate students across the U.S., this scholarship supports academic study in Japan.

๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Deadline: July 31, 2026

๐Ÿ”— Learn more and apply at jaswdc.org/tanaka-green-scholarship

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Support the community and our favorite Japanese players at Japan Night!๐ŸŽŒOn May 13th, witness defender Keisuke Kurokawa a...
04/27/2026

Support the community and our favorite Japanese players at Japan Night!๐ŸŽŒ

On May 13th, witness defender Keisuke Kurokawa and midfielder Hosei Kijima in action at Audi Field.

The Perk: The first 75 tickets sold via our link qualify for a special meet & greet with Keisuke and Hosei after the final whistle! ๐Ÿ“ธ
Your ticket also helps JASWDC continue its mission in the DMV. Donโ€™t wait, these 75 spots will go fast!

๐Ÿ”— Tickets: Link in Bio
โ˜Ž๏ธ Group rates (10+): 212-939-2176

Address

1819 L Street NW Ste 800
Washington D.C., DC
20036

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 5:30pm

Telephone

(202) 833-2210

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