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  • 2016 V3 Digital Media Conference (V3con)

    Jun 24, 2016 - Jun 25, 2016

    Friday, June 24 – Saturday, June 25 JANM is pleased to host the 2016 edition of the V3 Digital Media Conference (V3con), dedicated to digital communications within the Asian American and Pacific Islander community. This year’s event will highlight and expand multi-platform Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) communications by convening AAPI online journalists, social media communicators, bloggers, and o...

  • Harajuku Toy Fashion and Decoden Workshop

    Sep 12, 2015

    Inspired by the decoden accessories of Harajuku, this hands-on workshop will show you how to turn your childhood toys into fabulous fashionable accessories. Led by YouTube personality and entertainment host Chrissa Sparkles with designer and host Jon Brence (KawaiiGuy), this workshop is a fun way to add some extra pizzazz to your wardrobe. Please bring one toy to work with. $28 members, $35 non-members...

  • Hello Kitty Happy Hour: Members Only/Young Professionals Network Event

    Nov 21, 2014

    This exclusive Hello Kitty Happy Hour is open only to JANM’s Young Professionals Network Associates who are also JANM Members. In addition to enjoying complimentary drinks and light refreshments, attendees will be able to see the Hello! exhibition after public hours. Exhibition tours led by Sanrio will begin at 6:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. Attendees may also bring one guest for a fee of $25. Tickets Available Now ...

  • Unique Flowers: Straw Lei Workshop

    May 15, 2010

    Learn how to make a beautiful fancy fur yarn lei using an ordinary drinking straw in this hands-on workshop with Elizabeth K Asawa. Limited to 15 participants, ages 12 and up. Advance reservations required. $9 members; $14 non-members, includes admission and supplies. This program was made possible by the generous support of the UCLA Paul I. & Hisako Terasaki Center for Japanese Studies

  • Taiko Jam Session with Hydaiko

    May 02, 2004

    Join Hydaiko, the network of taiko players, for a brief overview about taiko in North America. Drummers from different Southern California groups will host this workshop and jam session where participants will have an opportunity to gain hands-on experience with different instruments and participate in a jam session.

  • Fish Origami

    Jun 21, 1997

    Craft Class Instructor: Ryoko Shibata The catch of the day is this workshop where participants will learn how to make origami (folded paper) fish. For this class only, Members $5, non-members $7 includes Museum admission. Reservations required by June 18.

  • Animal Origami

    May 24, 1997

    Craft Class Instructor: Ryoko Shibata Make your own unique collection of paper animals by learning origami (folded paper) techniques with instructor Ryoko Shibata. Fun for the entire family. Members $5, non-members $9 includes Museum admission. Reservations required by May 21.

  • Ka Ulana Lau Niu and Lauhala - Plaiting with coconut fronds and pandanus leaves

    Apr 20, 1997

    Kona Coffee Story exhibit Series Family Activity Featuring: Ainahau O Kaleponi Hawaiian Civic Club Learn the Hawaiian tradition of weaving and plaiting a kupe'e (bracelet). Participants will also make birds, ducks, and other critters by utilizing coconut fronds and pandanus leaves

  • Nature Prints: Winter Designs

    Jan 12, 1997

    Craft class with instructor Kimiyo Miura. Create original designs on fabric using real flowers and leaves. Bring in a pre-washed t-shirt, apron or other clothing and an assortment of leaves and flowers. Members $5, non-members $9 includes Museum admission. Reservations required.

  • Educator Workshops

    Collaborating with educators to share the Japanese American experience with students is an important part of furthering our mission. JANM offers professional development workshops for classroom teachers and other educators.