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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: Holiday Edition

    Nov 23, 2018 - Nov 25, 2018

    Friday–Sunday, November 23–25, 2018 Members enjoy a 20% discount at the JANM Store and janmstore.com. They also receive free museum admission and a 20% discount at several other Southern California institutions. Visit janmstore.com/membershopping in October for details, restrictions, and a list of participants. November 25 is also the second annual Museum Store Sunday; check back for details on special o...

  • Performance—"Residence Elsewhere"

    Apr 08, 2017

    In conjunction with the exhibition Instructions to All Persons, East West Players Theatre for Youth has developed a special play exploring the effects of the World War II incarceration. Free with museum admission. No RSVP necessary. Space is limited; first come, first served.

  • Little Tokyo Walking Tour

    Feb 28, 2015

    Relive history and learn about present-day Little Tokyo with JANM docents. $12 members, $15 non-members. Admission to Common Ground: The Heart of Community included. Comfortable walking shoes recommended. Weather permitting.

  • Asian American Santa

    Dec 13, 2014

    FREE* Don’t miss your chance to take a special holiday photo with Asian American Santa, a JANM tradition! Does not include access to Hello! Exploring the Supercute World of Hello Kitty.

  • "Perseverance: Japanese Tattoo Tradition in a Modern World" Members' Preview Reception

    Mar 07, 2014

    Members are invited to join the artists for a special preview and reception to celebrate the opening of the Perseverance: Japanese Tattoo Tradition in a Modern World exhibition.

  • "Visible & Invisible" Opening Party

    Apr 06, 2013

    Join us for the public opening of Visible & Invisible: A Hapa Japanese American History! There will be a short program at 8 PM featuring singer/songwriter Meiko.

  • 1st & Central Summer Concerts: Dengue Fever

    Sep 07, 2006

    FREE 6:30 PM - Opening Act 7:00 PM - Featured Artists Critics around the country have hailed this six-member band that fuses Cambodian pop with psychedelic rock as one to watch. Fronted by the amazing vocalist, Chhom Nimol, Dengue Fever closes this year's concert series with sounds that are both familiar yet at absolutely unique ... The result is a concoction all their own. Free. Reservations are not needed....

  • 8th Annual Courtyard Kids Festival: Every Day is Children's Day

    Aug 12, 2006

    Join Courtyard Kaeru in celebrating the spirit of youth. Holidays honoring children are held around the globe throughout the year. In Japan, Children's Day is May 5th, but the National Museum is celebrating it in the summer along with other communities. Dance, sing, create, and play with us as we, together, experience festive cultural customs of our neighbors around the world. Lively music, arts and crafts, and st...

  • 4th Annual Day Without Art at the Museum

    Dec 01, 1997

    Poetry and performance Join the Museum and Asian Pacific AIDS Intervention Team in honor of World AIDS Day and the 9th International “Day Without Art” for an evening of poetry and performance. This event explores issues which are transforming our Asian and Pacific Islander communities today, ranging from sex and sexuality to hope and healing. For mature audiences. Free with suggested donation to Asian Pacific...

  • Two Strong Women and the Sumo Wrestler

    Nov 02, 1997

    Based on a Japanese fable, this storytelling troupe will engage the audience in the adventure and lessons learned by the characters. We Tell Stories will share three stories with us and encourage audience participation through gestures, movement and drama. Joins for a kid’s point of view as we experience Sumo U.S.A. through hands-on activities. Free with Museum admission. This program is made possible in part by a...