Japan Case
Celebrating Japanese cultural heritage in the community.
The Japan Case supports the efforts of local organizations in San Francisco Bay Area and greater Los Angeles, who all share a common goal: to preserve and celebrate Japanese cultural heritage in the community.
All donations from the Japan Case will go toward qualified organizations and their programs, after completing an application process with JINS.
GARDENA VALLEY JAPANESE CULTURAL INSTITUTE
GVJCI provides a space to engage, share, and embrace the Nikkei experience and culture. The GVJCI envisions a vibrant network and a welcoming space for all who are interested in Japanese heritage and culture where history and tradition are honored, people are inspired to create action and change, and cultural pride and respect for all humanity are promoted. The GVJCI Matsuri is an annual festival that brings together all ages celebrating the Japanese cultural heritage with great food, games, cultural demonstrations and entertainment, and family fun!
Learn more about the GVJCI at www.jci-gardena.org
EAST SAN GABRIEL VALLEY JAPANESE COMMUNITY CENTER
The East San Gabriel Valley Japanese Community Center (ESGVJCC) is dedicated to foster and preserve the cultural heritage unique to Japanese American ancestry, and to serve the community through social services, artistic, recreational, and educational programs. One of their biggest events is the Family Health Fair that focuses on preventative health care and well-being for families. It also provides Japanese food cooking demonstrations on healthy eating at home.
Learn more about the East San Gabriel Valley Japanese Community Center at esgvjcc.org
JAPANESE AMERICAN CULTURAL & COMMUNITY CENTER
Japanese American Cultural & Community Center is a hub for Japanese American arts and culture, and a community gathering place for the diverse voices it inspire. One of the festivals JACCC celebrates is Fiesta Matsuri, which combines the Children's Day celebrations of two communities - Kodomo no Hi in Japan and Dîa de los Niños in Mexico. Both holidays celebrate the growth, happiness, and success of children.
Learn more about the Japanese American Cultural & Community Center at jaccc.org/
Photo credit: Linda Kranz courtesy of JACCC
NCAL CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL
Each year, over 200,000 people attend this dazzling display showcasing the color and grace of the Japanese culture and the diversity of the Japanese American Community.
Learn more about the NCAL Cherry Blossom Festival at sfcherryblossom.org