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JANM’s Pavilion is closed for renovation and will reopen in late 2026. While the museum and store are closed, join us for programs and events on our Little Tokyo campus, throughout Southern California, and beyond. 

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  • Little Tokyo Walking Tour

    Dec 29, 2018

    Learn about past and present-day Little Tokyo on a walking tour led by an in-the-know JANM docent. From murals to monuments, explore both the popular and lesser-known gems of this bustling neighborhood. $12 members, $15 non-members. Museum admission included. Comfortable walking shoes recommended. Weather permitting. Limited to 10 participants.

  • Lecture: "Two Views: Photographs by Ansel Adams and Leonard Frank"

    Apr 09, 2016

    FREE Bill Jeffries and Grace Eiko Thomson, co-curators of Two Views, will discuss their exhibition. This program is free, but RSVPs are recommended using the link below.

  • "Common Ground" Exhibition Tour

    Jun 01, 2013

    Tour our ongoing exhibition Common Ground: The Heart of Community with our knowledgeable Museum docents.

  • "Common Ground" Exhibition Tour

    May 04, 2013

    Tour our ongoing exhibition Common Ground: The Heart of Community with our knowledgeable Museum docents.

  • Common Ground Exhibition Tour

    Oct 06, 2012

    Tour our ongoing exhibition Common Ground: The Heart of Community with experienced docents.

  • Common Ground Exhibition Tour

    Sep 01, 2012

    Tour our ongoing exhibition Common Ground: The Heart of Community with experienced docents.

  • 'WHAT'S COOKING?' THEME FOR APRIL 11 TARGET FREE FAMILY SATURDAY

    Mar 25, 2009

    The Japanese American National Museum continues its popular Target Free Family Saturday series with the theme of "What’s Cooking?" set for Saturday, April 11, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the National Museum in Little Tokyo. Among those featured will be Kidding Around the Kitchen, Brian Kito, proprietor of the 106-year-old Fugetsu-Do confectionary business, and the Sushi Chef Institute. Each will hold live demonstrat...

  • 9th Annual National Invitational Golf Tournament

    Jun 26, 2000

    Riviera Country Club The Japanese American National Museum returns to the exclusive Riviera Country Club for its 9th Annual National Golf Tournament. Established in 1926, the historic Riviera Country Club, home of the LA Open, Nissan Open and PGA Seniors Tour will be host of our tournament on Monday, June 26, 2000. For more information please call Flo Kuraoka at 213.830.5662.

  • Cold Tofu Improv: Halloween Show

    Oct 23, 1997

    Boo! Cold Tofu will scare you silly in this special Halloween show! This talented, energetic, multicultural comedy improv group has an amazing assortment of entertainment techniques that will keep you laughing all night. Free. Reservations suggested. Limited seating. This program is made possible in part by a grant from the City of Los Angeles, Cultural Affairs Department.

  • Moon Beholders

    Artist Katie Yamasaki has painted over 60 murals across the globe. This is a behind-the-scenes look at her newest creation, Moon Beholders in Los Angeles’ Little Tokyo neighborhood at the Japanese American National Museum. The mural is located on the north wall of JANM’s National Center for the Preservation of Democracy and was officially unveiled at a public dedication ceremony on November 19, 2014. Moon Beholder...