Barbara Yoshida Berthiaume has been educating communities in the US and in Europe about the incarceration of Japanese-Americans during WWII for decades. This documentary explores how the discovery of her family’s incarceration and military service in the 442nd combat regiment sparked her lifelong research and draws parallels to the ongoing stigmatization of immigrants in today’s […]
Fishing is Hilary Hutcheson’s life, and before she knew it, her career. But, by her own admission, she overlooked opportunities to learn about her heritage as a Japanese American to focus on being on the water. So when motherhood sparked a curiosity to learn more about herself and her family, she sought out a distant relative […]
Monday, November 4, 2024. Airs at 5PM PST on your local PBS station. Scha'nexw Elhtal'nexw Salmon People: Preserving a Way of Life premiers on PBS. Despite wildfire smoke and a depleting fishery, Lummi families fish for sockeye salmon. The film, which explores the deep spiritual and cultural connection between the Lummi and salmon, lifts values […]
Saturday, November 9, 2024. You are invited to an exciting evening at Sound Singers' 10th annual concert! Sound Singers was established in 2009 as the first nonprofit Japanese mixed choir in the Seattle area. Since then, we have strived to pursue a joyful and fulfilling musical experience. In 2023, we welcomed Ms. Fumi Tagata as […]
Sunday, November 10, 2024. Celebrate Fall with a Japanese-style beef curry and rice or hearty udon noodle soup at our popular annual bazaar. Pick-up to go or feel free to dine in while you shop. Enjoy the rummage sale of Japanese dishware, a large selection of kimonos and accessories, and gifts. Select fall veggies and […]
Thursday, November 14, 2024. Amya (“A-mi-ya”) Miller is a bilingual and bicultural American who was born and raised in Japan. When the March 11, 2011 earthquake and tsunami disaster struck northeast Honshu, she flew from Boston, where she lived with her husband, to the disaster region. Following her conscience, she first visited the Tohoku region […]
Saturday, November 16, 2024. Join us for Ayame Kai's annual Holiday Market! This festive event features a wide array of vendors and artisans offering one-of-a-kind, handcrafted gifts, mouth-watering baked goods, unique Asian-inspired finds, and delightful local flavors. Whether you're shopping for the perfect holiday present or indulging in Ayame Kai's famous treats, there's something for […]
Saturday, December 7, 2o24. The 2024 holiday season is almost here, and we’re inviting you to the Holiday Marketplace hosted by the Japan-America Society’s Small Business Program! It’s the perfect place to kick off your holiday shopping, support local businesses, and discover unique, handmade gifts and goods. ✨ What you can expect: Handcrafted Arts & Crafts: […]
Saturday, December 14, 2024. Meet Santa in the historic heart of the Chinatown-International District with photography from Truong Nguyen Photography. Each Time Slot starts at $14 and includes 1 physical photo print and digital access. Additional prints cost $14 each. Museum Members save 50% on prints! We highly recommend booking ahead. There are a limited […]
Sunday, December 15, 2024. Shop local at the Marketplace and meet the artist behind Kela Designs! Kela Wong is a Chinese Japanese American artist from Seattle, Washington. Her brand, Kela Designs, is all about sharing joy and connection through cute illustrations and stationery. She draws inspiration from her Asian American heritage and love of corgis. […]
