Japan America Society of Chicago (JASC)

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Established in 1930, the Japan America Society of Chicago is a not-for-profit, nonpartisan, nonpolitical association that "fosters understanding between our two cultures, to cultivate personal friendship between our two people."

Join us on September 17 from 6:00–8:00 p.m. to connect, exchange ideas, and build relationships with professionals and b...
08/25/2026

Join us on September 17 from 6:00–8:00 p.m. to connect, exchange ideas, and build relationships with professionals and business leaders across Chicago!

💼JASC YPC Connect with Leaders
📅: September 17
⌚: 6:00-8:00 p.m.
📍: Sunstar Americas, 301 E. Central Road, Schaumburg, IL 60195
🎫: Non-Members $35/Members $20

This is a dedicated space for professionals aged 40 and younger to build meaningful connections.
If you’re 40 or under: Grab your spot!
If you’re a “Seasoned” Pro: Help us spread the word! Forward this info to the young professionals in your organization who are looking to expand their horizons.

Join us! Register now to secure your spot.
🔗 Register here:https://tinyurl.com/5cxepbc2

08/20/2026

Tickets are on sale now for our first annual Koga event; "A Night in Tokyo," featuring an exclusive performance by the incredible Taikoza!✨🎵

A special Koga Event featuring Taikoza
📅: Tuesday, 1 Sep 2026
⌚: 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
📍: Location: Chicago Cultural Center
Registration & Performance: Claudia Cassidy Theater
Reception: G.A.R. Rotunda
🎫: Non-members – $50
Members – $30
YPC Bundle (for Young Professionals purchasing in groups of 3 or more) – $15 per ticket
Students – $10 individual tickets or Bundle of 3 or more students for $5 per ticket

Register here to join us for A Night in Tokyo!🎆 https://tinyurl.com/ybxjnbve

Seats are limited, so please register today to secure your spot for this unforgettable evening of music, culture, and community in one of Chicago’s most beautiful historic landmarks.

As part of East Winds, Inc., a New York City-based world renowned organization, Taikoza is dedicated to sharing the beauty and advancing the understanding of traditional Japanese music and performing arts. With distinguished programs including taiko drums, shakuhachi, fue, and a dance group, Taikoza presents theatre performances, community concerts, and educational programs throughout the country and around the world, fostering cultural exchange while providing a platform for artists and preserving the rich traditions of Japanese/Asian music, dance, and performance.🥁


Registration for Autumn I is now open!🍂 We are excited to unveil a refreshed curriculum designed to take you deeper into...
08/13/2026

Registration for Autumn I is now open!🍂 We are excited to unveil a refreshed curriculum designed to take you deeper into Japanese language and culture! Our reorganized classes are now more engaging and practical, offering a more meaningful way to connect with the language.✍

Due to high demand, we’ve added an extra section for Intro to Japanese Language & Culture I! Our second class will be held on Monday evenings from 7:30-9:30 pm.

Whether you are starting with our popular Intro course or challenging yourself in our Fluent Frontier class, it’s the perfect time for a fresh start!
If you are considering joining us, please register as soon as possible, as classes are subject to cancellation if minimum enrollment is not met.

🍂Autumn I Japanese Language Courses🍂
📅: September 14 - October 22, 2026 (6 weeks)
⌚: All classes are held from 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm.
・Intro to Japanese Language & Culture I (Tuesdays 7:30-9:30 pm)
・Intro to Japanese Language & Culture II (Thursdays 7:30-9:30 pm)
・Everyday Japanese I (Formerly Beginning III) (Mondays 7:30-9:30 pm)
・Intermediate III (Wednesdays 7:30-9:30 pm)
・The Fluent Frontiers (Tuesdays 7:30-9:30 pm)

📅September 28 - November 2
・Intro to Japanese Language & Culture I (Mondays 7:30-9:30 pm)

📍: All Classes are held via Zoom
🎫: Registration Fees
$190 Early Bird Special – Members/Continuing Students (valid until WED 9/9)
$205 – Members/Continuing Students (After WED 9/9)
$215 Early Bird Special – New Students (Valid until WED 9/9)
$230 – New Students (After WED 9/9)

Early Bird Discount: Register by Wednesday, September 9 to save!
(Note: For the Monday Intro I class, the Early Bird deadline is extended to Wednesday, September 23!)

We look forward to seeing you in class! Check out our website (jaschicago.org) or https://tinyurl.com/j9xtbrde to register!

Ticket deadline extended to August 17!!Goals, Culture, and Treats! The ultimate Japanese celebration at the stadium!🍡⚽Jo...
07/23/2026

Ticket deadline extended to August 17!!

Goals, Culture, and Treats! The ultimate Japanese celebration at the stadium!🍡⚽

Join Society members and guests for a Japanese celebration on September 6th as the Chicago Stars FC take on the North Carolina Courage at 3 PM at Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium.
Immerse yourself in Japanese culture with thrilling soccer action, captivating Japanese performances, and delectable Japanese treats.

All group ticket holders will also have an opportunity to join a meet and greet after the game with Chicago’s very own Manaka Hayashi, ♯5 Midfielder!📸✨

Japan Heritage Match – Chicago Stars vs. North Carolina Courage
📅: Sunday, September 6, 2026
⌚: 3:00 pm
📍: Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium
2235 N Campus Dr, Evanston, IL 60208, US
🎫: Ticket
$68 | West 26-28 (Main Stand)
$38 | South 18-23 (Behind the goal)
All ticket(s) must be purchased no later than August 17.

Join us for Japan Heritage Match!
https://tinyurl.com/2nh4mpxm

#シカゴ #アメリカ生活 #女子サッカー #林愛花

Kimusubi, an internationally recognized Japanese Mizuhiki artist, teaches a hands-on workshop on Japanese decorative kno...
07/21/2026

Kimusubi, an internationally recognized Japanese Mizuhiki artist, teaches a hands-on workshop on Japanese decorative knot-tying. Her work reimagines the centuries-old tradition of Mizuhiki through contemporary art.

She will introduce her intricately crafted artwork and projects she’s done overseas, give a presentation on Mizuhiki culture, history, and motifs, and end with a demonstration. Guests will learn how to make the Awaji knot and take home a beautiful origami pouch decorated with their own handmade Awaji knot as a special keepsake!

After the workshop, guests are invited to enjoy Japanese bites and refreshments while chatting with the artist!

📅: Sunday, August 2, 2026
⌚: 1-3 PM
📍: Industrious (500 W Madison Street, #1000 Chicago, Illinois 60661)
🎫: Non-members – $40
Members – $30

There are only 14 spots left! Register today!https://tinyurl.com/yrrzdx38

Special thanks and with support from:
M Square and Debbie Shmalcs

EARLY BIRD SPECIALS END THE 22nd! Registration for Summer II is now open!🌻 The revamped curriculum is designed to make l...
07/16/2026

EARLY BIRD SPECIALS END THE 22nd!

Registration for Summer II is now open!🌻 The revamped curriculum is designed to make learning Japanese language and culture more engaging and practical.✍

Whether you are starting with our Intro course or challenging yourself in our Fluent Frontier class, it’s the perfect time for a fresh start!

If you are considering joining us, we encourage you to register as soon as possible. Please note that classes are subject to cancellation if minimum enrollment numbers are not met.

🌻Summer II Japanese Language Courses🌻
📅: July 27 – September 3, 2026 (6 weeks)
⌚: All classes are held from 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm.
・Intro to Japanese Language & Culture I (Tuesdays 7:30-9:30 pm)
・Intro to Japanese Language & Culture II (Thursdays 7:30-9:30 pm)
・Beginning III (Mondays 7:30-9:30 pm)
・Intermediate II (Wednesdays 7:30-9:30 pm)
・The Fluent Frontier (Tuesdays 7:30-9:30 pm)
📍: All Classes are held via Zoom
🎫: Registration Fees
$190 Early Bird Special – Members/Continuing Students (valid until WED 7/22)
$205 – Members/Continuing Students (After WED 7/22)
$215 Early Bird Special – New Students (Valid until WED 7/22)
$230 – New Students (After WED 7/22)

Check out our website (jaschicago.org) or https://tinyurl.com/2pn9y7f5 to register!

Tickets are on sale now for our first annual Koga event; "A Night in Tokyo," featuring an exclusive performance by the i...
07/16/2026

Tickets are on sale now for our first annual Koga event; "A Night in Tokyo," featuring an exclusive performance by the incredible East Winds Ensemble!✨🎵

Seats are limited, so please register today to secure your spot for this unforgettable evening of music, culture, and community in one of Chicago’s most beautiful historic landmarks.

As part of East Winds, Inc., a New York City-based world renowned organization, East Winds Ensemble is dedicated to sharing the beauty and advancing the understanding of traditional Japanese music and performing arts. With distinguished programs including taiko drums, shakuhachi, fue, and a dance group, East Winds Ensemble presents theatre performances, community concerts, and educational programs throughout the country and around the world, fostering cultural exchange while providing a platform for artists and preserving the rich traditions of Japanese/Asian music, dance, and performance.🥁

A special Koga Event featuring East Winds Ensemble
📅: Tuesday, 1 Sep 2026
⌚: 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
📍: Location: Chicago Cultural Center
Registration & Performance: Claudia Cassidy Theater
Reception: G.A.R. Rotunda
🎫: Non-members – $50
Members – $30
YPC Bundle (for Young Professionals purchasing in groups of 3 or more) – $15 per ticket
Students – $10 individual tickets or Bundle of 3 or more students for $5 per ticket

Join us for A special Koga Event🎆
https://tinyurl.com/ybxjnbve


We are delighted that “Intro to Japanese Language & Culture” has been so highly received, and we are excited to announce...
07/06/2026

We are delighted that “Intro to Japanese Language & Culture” has been so highly received, and we are excited to announce that registration for Summer II is now open! The revamped curriculum is designed to make learning Japanese language and culture more engaging and practical.✍

Whether you are starting with our Intro course or challenging yourself in our Fluent Frontier class, it’s the perfect time for a fresh start!

If you are considering joining us, we encourage you to register as soon as possible. Please note that classes are subject to cancellation if minimum enrollment numbers are not met.

🌻Summer II Japanese Language Courses🌻
📅: July 27 – September 3, 2026 (6 weeks)
⌚: All classes are held from 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm.
・Intro to Japanese Language & Culture I (Tuesdays 7:30-9:30 pm)
・Intro to Japanese Language & Culture II (Thursdays 7:30-9:30 pm)
・Beginning III (Mondays 7:30-9:30 pm)
・Intermediate II (Wednesdays 7:30-9:30 pm)
・The Fluent Frontier (Tuesdays 7:30-9:30 pm)
📍: All Classes are held via Zoom
🎫: Registration Fees
$190 Early Bird Special – Members/Continuing Students (valid until WED 7/22)
$205 – Members/Continuing Students (After WED 7/22)
$215 Early Bird Special – New Students (Valid until WED 7/22)
$230 – New Students (After WED 7/22)

Check out our website (jaschicago.org) or https://tinyurl.com/2pn9y7f5 to register!

Goals, Culture, and Treats! The ultimate Japanese celebration at the stadium!🍡⚽Join Society members and guests for a Jap...
07/06/2026

Goals, Culture, and Treats! The ultimate Japanese celebration at the stadium!🍡⚽

Join Society members and guests for a Japanese celebration on September 6th as the Chicago Stars FC take on the North Carolina Courage at 3 PM at Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium.
Immerse yourself in Japanese culture with thrilling soccer action, captivating Japanese performances, and delectable Japanese treats.

All group ticket holders will also have an opportunity to join a meet and greet after the game with Chicago’s very own Manaka Hayashi, ♯5 Midfielder!📸✨

Japan Heritage Match – Chicago Stars vs. North Carolina Courage
📅: Sunday, September 6, 2026
⌚: 3:00 pm
📍: Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium
2235 N Campus Dr, Evanston, IL 60208, US
🎫: Ticket
$68 | West 26-28 (Main Stand)
$38 | South 18-23 (Behind the goal)
All ticket(s) must be purchased no later than Monday, July 20.

Join us for Japan Heritage Match!
https://tinyurl.com/2nh4mpxm

#シカゴ #アメリカ生活 #女子サッカー #林愛花

Please join us for two days of celebration and culture at Japan Fest 26 in Skokie Sports Park! On July 11th & July 12th,...
07/02/2026

Please join us for two days of celebration and culture at Japan Fest 26 in Skokie Sports Park! On July 11th & July 12th, Japan Fest blends old and new traditions and celebrates both Japanese culture, and the Japanese community.

Japan Fest 26 will showcase the richness of Japanese culture through traditional and contemporary performances, cultural exhibits, culinary experiences, and a multitude of interactive activities. The exposure to Japanese culture, cuisine and art will create deeper awareness, appreciation and understanding of Japan and further strengthen U.S.-Japan friendship, bonds, and business at the local level.

Please stop by the Japan America Society of Chicago booth!

Registration is free and optional! (But greatly appreciated!)

📅: Saturday, 11 July 2026
Sunday, 12 July 2026
⌚: 11AM – 6PM (day 1)
11AM – 4PM (day 2)
📍: Location: Skokie Sports Park East 3333 Oakton St.
🎫: Tickets are free! Please RSVP here https://japanamericasocietyofchicago.wildapricot.org/event-6740277

Address

500 W Madison Street, #1000
Chicago, IL
60661

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+13122633049

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