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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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  • Member Appreciation Days

    May 10, 2019 - May 12, 2019

    Friday–Sunday, May 10–12 Members enjoy a 20% discount at the JANM Store and janmstore.com, plus free admission and a 20% discount at other SoCal institutions, including the California Science Center, Fowler Museum, USC Pacific Asia Museum, and more. Visit janmstore.com/membershopping in May for details, restrictions, and a complete list of participants.

  • Little Tokyo Walking Tour

    Apr 27, 2019

    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 20 participants.

  • How to Find Your Japanese Immigrant Ancestors

    Jul 22, 2017

    If you missed the program, you can watch it online on JANM’s YouTube channel. Learn how to conduct research using the federal immigration and naturalization records maintained by the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). Find ship passenger records, even if you don’t know when your ancestors arrived in the United States. Explore immigration case files and other federal records that c...

  • Two-Day Craft Workshop—Indigo Vat Making and Shibori Technique

    Dec 10, 2016 - Dec 11, 2016

    Saturday, December 10–Sunday, December 11 11 a.m.–4 p.m. In this two-day workshop led by Glennis Dolce of Shibori Girl Studios, participants will have the opportunity to make a small, two-gallon fermentation vat to take home with them. All levels are welcome to come and practice shibori techniques, learn about indigo vat maintenance, experiment with Japanese shibori tools and stencils, and browse the book col...

  • "Common Ground" Exhibition Tour

    Sep 07, 2013

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

  • "Common Ground" Exhibition Tour

    Aug 03, 2013

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

  • Common Ground Exhibition Tour

    Jan 05, 2013

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

  • 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.

  • Little Tokyo Guided Tour

    Mar 15, 1997

    The Little Tokyo section of 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. Take a walking tour, relive history and learn about present day Little Tokyo with Museum docents in this very popular program. Free with Museum admission. Reservations required. Limited space available.