Japan Society of San Diego & Tijuana

Giovanni’s Island during the Spring Showcase

Giovanni's Island

The Pacific Arts Movement (Pac-Arts) will present its 5 th Annual Spring Showcase from April 16 to 25 at the UltraStar Mission Valley, including 18 Asian and Asian-American films from 8 countries.   The JSSDT will co-present the film “GIOVANNI’S ISLAND” at 1pm on Saturday, April 18.  On the disputed island of Shikotan, war between Japan […]

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Join us at Cherry Blossom Festival!

Cherry Blossom Festival

Come and join us at 10th Cherry Blossom Festival at Japanese Friendship Garden.  The JSSDT will co-host the beer tasting area, promoting our up-coming 13th Beer & Sake Festival! Enjoy the blooming of 150 Cherry Tree Grove with cultural performances, traditional food, unique local vendors, children’s corner as well!  More details, click here! Admissions: $6 […]

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Early Bird Specials On Sale Now!

2015 Beer & Sake Festival Logo

Join us for the 13th Annual Beer & Sake Festival ! Friday, June 5, 2015 from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM (PDT) Harrah’s Resort Southern California, 777 Harrah’s Rincon Way, Valley Center, CA The Japan Society’s Beer & Sake Festival is a popular and fast-growing charity tasting event featuring local restaurants  serving sumptuous appetizers and breweries […]

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2015 J-CAP – Students regsitration started!

J-CAP

J-CAP stands for Japanese Culture and Academic Proficiency. The goal of J-CAP is to reward and encourage the study of the Japanese language by offering a full day of challenging and enjoyable competitions. Teams of students compete in two activities that test their knowledge of facts and communication skills.  J-CAP also celebrates the study of […]

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Honor those who have made outstanding efforts – 2015 Gala

2015 Gala

Honoring those who have made outstanding efforts to promote goodwill and advance business, civic, educational, and cultural interchange and understanding between the people of Japan, San Diego, and Tijuana. Business Leadership Award Jerry Sanders CEO, San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce Former Mayor, City of San Diego Reischauer International Education Award Dr. Yoshiko Higurashi Professor, […]

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Thank you for the great year! Holiday Party

Bonenkai

Celebrate the end of a great year for the Japan Society of San Diego and Tijuana at the law offices of Procopio in downtown San Diego.  Share an evening of delicious food, holiday spirits, entertainment, and the opportunity to help the children of Casa Hogar in Tijuana.  This event is generously sponsored by Procopio. Date: […]

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Japanese Films in San Diego

The Round Table

During the 15th San Diego Asian Film Festival, 11 Japanese films will be shown here in San Diego. CICADA FUKU-CHAN OF FUKUFUKU FLATS HELLO! JUNICHI THE KINGDOM OF DREAMS AND MADNESS LOVE’S WHIRLPOOL MAN FROM RENO OUR FAMILY THE ROUND TABLE TWINS IN BAKERY UZUMASA LIMELIGHT THE VANCOUVER ASAHI The Japan Society of San Diego […]

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November 13 – Members Free Patent Workshop by Sughrue Mion – Cancelled

Patent Workshop 2014

Japan Society of San Diego & Tijuana and Our Corporate Founder member, Sughrue Mion offer a special patent workshop followed by a networking reception. “Enforcing Your Patents in a Rapidly Changing Landscape” When: Thursday, November 13, 2013 Where: Sughrue Mion, PLLC, 4250 Executive Square, Suite 900 (UTC Area) 92037 Registration & Buffet Lunch: 11:30 AM […]

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24th Japan America Grassroots Summit in San Diego Region Report

Balboa Park Theme Session

The 24th Japan-America Grassroots Summit in the San Diego region was held from September 23 to 29.  The Summit was a great success and included 143 participants, 85 host families, and over 40 volunteers. Activities included: TUE 9/23         Opening Ceremony in the Petco Park Auditorium – approx. 200 attended First Pitch by Masashi […]

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2014 Bon Odori

KimonosDaylight

   On Saturday, the second of August, I had the great honor of attending my first Bon Odori Festival at the Buddhist Temple of San Diego.  It was a blast.  The music, the food, the traditional attire of many of the attendees, and of course, the dancing all came together to create a truly spectacular experience.  As we […]

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