Saturday, September 13, 2025. Curtis Wong asked his father a simple question: “What did you do in the War?” His father Wayne pointed to a dark green wooden footlocker under the house which was covered in 50+ years of dust. That was the beginning of the discovery. Once opened, Curtis found cameras, unexposed 35mm film […]
Wednesday, September 17, 2025. HomeEventsHistory Café: Kubota Garden History Café: Kubota Garden September 17, 2025. Nestled in Rainier Beach, the Kubota Garden is a 20-acre oasis of Northwest plants and Japanese garden concepts, created by master landscaper Fujitaro Kubota. Join representatives from the Kubota Garden Foundation and learn about how the garden was created, the Kubota […]
Saturday, September 20, 2025. Why cook when you can order a delicious meal ahead of time and pick up at the drive through. Choose from salmon or pork dinner that includes rice, tsukemono, salad, corn & a cookie! You can also order desserts such as carrot cake, brownie, ohagi, blueberry and apple pies and even […]
September 20 to 24, 2025. From the legendary Studio Ghibli, creators of Spirited Away, and acclaimed director Hayao Miyazaki, comes the Academy Award®-nominated fantasy adventure for the whole family. Sophie, a quiet girl working in a hat shop, finds her life thrown into turmoil when she is literally swept off her feet by a handsome but mysterious wizard […]
Saturday, October 4, 2025. Mark your calendars for October 4: Bazaar 2025 is coming! This year’s event will feature our Farmer’s Market, Baked Goods, and Ohagi! Featured menu items include homemade BBQ Salmon, Vegetarian Yakisoba, Beef Curry, Pies, BBQ Chicken, and from our Blaine Youth Group — succulent Suno Dogs!
Saturday, October 11, 2025. Celebrate Japanese culture with us at the 9th annual Japan Week @Bellevue College!Admission and Parking (only at BC garage) are free. Check out our website to see the schedule for all events, performances and activities! Don’t miss this fun celebration and we hope to see you there!
Saturday, October 11, 2025. On the final day of Japan Week, Saturday, October 11, a mikoshi (portable shrine) group, Mikoshi Sakurakai Society, will be coming from Vancouver, Canada with their mikoshi! Anyone interested in experiencing a traditional Japanese mikoshi, or in carrying it, is welcome to participate—regardless of gender. Carrying a mikoshi gives you the chance to experience […]
Friday, October 17, 2025. Join us for an evening that highlights the beauty and variety of Washoku — traditional Japanese cuisine known for its seasonality, balance, and cultural depth. At this year’s event, you’ll enjoy dishes that span from classic Japanese flavors to creative fusion, all inspired by the seasonal ingredients of the Pacific Northwest. Hosted […]
Saturday, October 18, 2025. Join us for a special afternoon celebrating Washoku—the traditional Japanese cuisine—with a focus on Shokuiku, the Japanese concept of food and nutrition education. This family-friendly program, Shokuiku: Family Day of Food Education – Celebrate Washoku, is presented in collaboration with Japan Fair (www.japanfairus.org) and Bellevue Children’s Academy (bcacademy.com). This event marks the first […]
Sunday, October 19, 2025. Fall has arrived, which means that our annual Fall Bazaar is right around the corner on October 19th. Support the Temple by ordering our famous BBQ Chicken Dinner, sushi, and more! Don't delay - items are limited! Pre-order only at: www.wrbt.org/bazaar
