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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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  • Good-bye, "Hello!" Complimentary Breakfasts

    May 09, 2015

    Saturdays, May 9, 16, 23, 30 Sundays, May 10, 17, 24, 31 Make the most of your membership privileges! JANM members are invited to celebrate the final month of Hello! Exploring the Supercute World of Hello Kitty with free light refreshments, served during exclusive members’ viewing hours.

  • Member Appreciation Days

    May 08, 2015 - May 10, 2015

    Friday–Sunday, May 8–10, 2015 JANM members always enjoy a 10% store discount and free admission to JANM. On this special weekend, take advantage of a 20% discount at the JANM Store and janmstore.com, plus free admission and a 20% store discount at 15 other participating Southern California institutions, including the California Science Center, The San Diego Museum of Art, Skirball Cultural Center, and USC Paci...

  • Hello Kitty Musubi Workshop

    May 07, 2015

    Back again by popular demand! Chef and Hello Kitty super-fan Katie Chin teaches how to make adorable and delicious Hello Kitty musubi. $28 members, $35 non-members. Limited to 30 participants. Includes materials and museum admission, including Hello! Exploring the Supercute World of Hello Kitty before the workshop.

  • Hello Kitty Musubi Workshop

    May 07, 2015

    This class has been cancelled. Please join us for the Hello Kitty musubi workshop at 7 p.m. Back again by popular demand! Chef and Hello Kitty super-fan Katie Chin teaches how to make adorable and delicious Hello Kitty musubi. $28 members, $35 non-members. Limited to 30 participants. Includes materials and museum admission including Hello! Exploring the Supercute World of Hello Kitty.

  • "Common Ground" Exhibition Tour

    May 02, 2015

    Tour the ongoing exhibition Common Ground: The Heart of Community with JANM’s knowledgeable docents. Free with museum admission.

  • 2015 Gala Dinner, Silent Auction, and After Party

    May 02, 2015

    To Boldly Go: Sharing Our Story Across the Generations Hyatt Regency Century Plaza Hotel and X Bar Join us as we welcome the Japanese American community, sponsors, supporters, members, and new friends to JANM’s largest annual fundraising event. At the 2015 Gala Dinner, the museum will share its accomplishments of the past year, offer a glimpse into what the coming year holds in store, and remember those f...

  • JANM Announces Acquisition of Japanese American Incarceration Artifacts

    May 02, 2015

    The Japanese American National Museum (JANM) announced today that it has acquired a collection of more than 400 pieces of historical art and artifacts created by Japanese Americans incarcerated during World War II. JANM’s acquisition ensures these artifacts will be properly preserved and honors the interests of Japanese Americans across the country who expressed concern for the future of these items. JANM work...

  • Origami with Ruthie Kitagawa: Children's Day Cards

    Apr 25, 2015

    Make a special card to celebrate Children’s Day or Boy’s Day. $8 members, $10 non-members. Supplies and admission to Common Ground: The Heart of Community included. Limited to 10 participants.

  • Little Tokyo Walking Tour

    Apr 25, 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.

  • Navigate Networking with Vanna Novak

    Apr 25, 2015

    The JACL National Youth/Student Council and Japanese American National Museum are proud to present, Navigate Networking with Vanna Novak. This unique program is perfect for eager Japanese American and Asian Pacific Islander college students and young professionals, entering the workplace in any and all work industries. Vanna Novak is a nationally recognized keynote speaker and seminar leader on persuasive presentatio...