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Nikkei Genealogical Society General Meeting

2015年09月26日

FREE The mission of the Nikkei Genealogical Society (NikkeiGen) is to promote, encourage, and share Nikkei genealogy through education, research, and networking. NikkeiGen’s general meetings are open to anyone who is interested in researching their family trees, learning more about their Japanese roots and heritage, and participating in group discussions and networking. Meetings occur approximately monthly fro...

SPECIAL SCREENING: The California State University: Sharing and Celebrating Stories from Nisei Honorary Degree Recipients

2012年01月22日

Cal State honors Nisei with honorary degrees – see the video with their stories. 11 honorees/family members interviewed. George Takei provides the introduction, Bob Suzuki the narration. After the screening, there will be a panel discussion with: Kazunori Katayama, one of the honorees (from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo) Bob Suzuki, president emeritus, Cal Poly Pomona and the video’s narrator Mitch Maki, provost at...

Legacy Society Appreciation Tea Event

2010年03月07日

By Invitation Only The Legacy Society acknowledges and honors donors who have made made deferred gifts to the Japanese American National Museum through bequests, life insurance policies, annuities, trusts, or through retirement plan beneficiary designations. This generosity and support will help the National Museum continue its mission to promote understanding ad appreciation of America's ethnic and cu...

Osechi-ryōri

2007年12月02日

With Robert Hori How did foods like date-maki and namasu end up on the Oshogatsu table anyway? In this informative hands-on workshop, not only will chef and author, Robert Hori, share the history of Japanese New Year's foods, he will also pass along useful preparation tips and recipes. $15 National Museum members; $25 non-members, includes materials and Museum admission. Limited to 20 participants, ages 16 and up. ...

Annual Gala Dinner & Silent Auction - Creative Connections: Linking History, Culture, and Identity

2006年02月04日

Century Plaza Hotel & Spa, Los Angeles Join us as we salute an amazing group of Japanese Americans that remain linked to their heritage and share that connection with others through literature, the arts, and popular culture. Premier sponsor: Prudential Financial, Inc. Plus: Win a new Lexus RX 400h! Enter the 2006 Lexus Opportunity Drawing, sponsored by Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc. For more information, ...

Little Tokyo Walking Tour

2001年11月04日

The Little Tokyo community in Los Angeles was once a thriving residential, business, and cultural center of the largest Japanese American community in the United States until World War II. Relive history and learn about present day Little Tokyo with Museum Volunteer Bill Shishima. Comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended. Cost: $5 for Museum members, $11 for non-members (includes Museum admission).

Jeanne Wakatsuki Houston and David Mura: Back and Forth

2001年07月13日

Join U.S.-Japan Creative Artists Exchange Fellows and award-winning authors Jeanne Wakatsuki Houston and David Mura as they share their experiences in Japan and how it impacted their work. Ms. Houston, who co-authored the book and screenplay Farewell to Manzanar, will read from her forthcoming book, Fire Horse Woman and Mr. Mura will read from Turning Japanese: Memoirs of a Sansei (1991).

All Tied Up In Mizuhiki

1998年03月31日

Craft Class Featuring: Ryoko Shibata Paper string and your imagination is all that is needed for this class. Shibata Sensei conducts a workshop in mizuhiki for all ages. Join the fun and learn a traditional art form. Free with Museum admission. Reservations required by January 25. This program is made possible in part by a grant from the City of Los Angeles, Cultural Affairs Department.

Trimmings for the Tree

1997年12月06日

Instructor: Ryoko Shibata How about some new ornaments for the holiday tree? Shibata Sensei will teach you how to make stunning paper ornaments for to hang on your holiday tree. Free with Museum admission. Reservations required by December 3. This program is made possible in part by a grant from the City of Los Angeles, Cultural Affairs Department.

2019 Gala Dinner and Silent Auction - Auction

This year the JANM Silent Auction is going digital! Know if you’ve been outbid, no matter where you are. Set up automatic bidding and maximum bids to increase your chances of winning with the items you want! Visit janmgala.givesmart.com to access and view the silent auction on your mobile phone, desktop, tablet, or laptop (there’s no app to download). Items will be available for preview after 5 p.m. on Friday, ...