Seattle First Hill Lions Club Pancake Breakfast
Sunday, February 25, 2024, from 8am – 1pm
Kawabe Memorial House, 221 18th Ave S, Seattle
What’s better than a Sunday brunch that benefits the community? Be a part of this popular Seattle tradition and join us for all-you-can-eat pancakes, eggs, rice, and sausage, any time between 8 AM and 1 PM on Sunday, February 25 at Kawabe Memorial House! Bring your family, friends, and appetite to this popular fundraiser.
Sponsored by the Seattle First Hill Lions Club. The Pancake Breakfast benefits Kin On, Legacy House, Kawabe House, and Nikkei Manor. Tickets: $15.00 per person.
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ICHS 2024 Lunar New Year 5K (Hybrid Event)
Sunday, February 25, 2024, from 8am – 12pm
City of Shoreline City Hall
Our annual Lunar New Year 5k is a family friendly community event for runners and walkers of all ages and abilities. Apart from celebrating the new year with communities near and far, all proceeds of this event will go directly towards ICHS patient services. Participate in-person or virtually! Registration open now!
Event Day Timeline:
8:00AM – 9:05AM Check-in / Day-of Packet pickup
8:00AM – 12:00PM Tabling booths and activities at Aurora Rents
9:00AM Race Begins
12:00PM Race / in-person event ends
Information and Registration: https://www.ichs.com/5k/
CAPAA’s Golden Celebration
March 23, 2024, 4:30pm – 7:00pm
Highline Community College, Mt. Townsend Room, 2400 S 240th St, Des Moines
Join us for a colorful evening at CAPAA’s Golden Celebration! Get ready for a night filled with live entertainment, music, awards, and delicious food. Community members, organizations, and elected officials are all welcome and will be in attendance. This Golden Celebration is more than just a milestone; it’s a testament to the dedication, resilience, and accomplishments of the Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities in Washington. The event promises an evening filled with nostalgia, camaraderie, and a look back at the transformative initiatives that have shaped the landscape for Asians, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders in the state. Information and Tickets: https://capaa.wa.gov/golden-celebration/
Wing Luke Museum Dinner & Auction
Saturday, March 23, 2024, 5pm – 9pm
Sheraton Grand Seattle, 1400 6th Ave, Seattle
Chinatown-International District is home to many who find community, comfort, and security. Join us in celebrating the resiliency that binds us together. Support the museum while reconnecting with longtime community members, learning about exciting new developments on the horizon, and reigniting your passion for arts and culture at our annual dinner & auction. All event proceeds benefit the programs and facilities of the Wing Luke Museum. Information and Tickets: https://www.wingluke.org/eventscalendar/2024auction
Commemoration of the 82nd Anniversary of the Exclusion
Saturday, March 30, 11am – 12 pm
Bainbridge Island Japanese American Exclusion Memorial Boardwalk
4192 NE Eagle Harbor Dr, Bainbridge Island
You are invited to join in commemorating the 82nd anniversary of the forced removal of Japanese Americans from Bainbridge Island. This year’s theme is “Teach the Children.”
https://bijaema.org/event/commemoration-of-the-82nd-anniversary-of-the-exclusion/
Omoiyari – A Songfilm by Kishi Bashi
Bainbridge Island Museum of Art
Saturday, March 30, 3pm-5pm
BIJAEMA welcomes you to the Bainbridge Island Museum of Art for a screening of Omoiyari. In Omoiyari: a Songfilm by Kishi Bashi, internationally acclaimed composer and songwriter Kaoru Ishibashi (professionally known as “Kishi Bashi”) embarks on a personal quest by creating his music in locations relevant to the Japanese American Incarceration during WWII. It is on this journey in which Kishi Bashi comes to terms with his own identity and uncovers a myriad of social issues that have gripping modern relevance. Omoiyari is a genre breaking, artistic exploration that fuses history, music, and the complexities of the human condition. Ticketing details to follow: https://bijaema.org/event/omoiyari-a-song-film-by-kishi-bashi/
Seattle Cherry Blossom & Japanese Cultural Festival
Friday-Sunday, April 12-14, 2024
Seattle Center
Over the years, the award-winning non-profit Festival remains a free, life-enriching experience. It is dedicated to increasing the understanding and friendship between the people of Japan and the Pacific Northwest. As a public service, the Festival presents culturally educational programs, arts, technologies, and the rich heritage of Japan. Join us in celebrating the beautiful sakura, cherry trees, and the cultural and educational blossoms it inspires each year. Information: https://cherryblossomfest.org/
Kodomo no Hi
Sunday, May 5, 11am – 5pm
JCCCW, 1414 South Weller St, Seattle
Kodomo no Hi, or “Children’s Day,” is a fun and exciting opportunity to explore children’s culture in Japan. Hosted by the JCCCW, this free-to-attend annual festival connects children and families in the community, in a shared multicultural experience. Japanese and Japanese American culture, art, history, music, and more are waiting for you at this community celebration for children’s health and wellness! More details soon: https://www.jcccw.org/kodomo-no-hi
Japan Fair 2024
Meydenbauer Center, Bellevue
June 29 and 30, 2024
Japan Fair is a free, two-day festival in Bellevue, WA across the lake from Seattle, that celebrates Japanese art and culture. Formerly known as “Aki Matsuri”, Japan Fair is a communal endeavor of musicians, artisans, community organizations, and businesses from both Japan and the U.S. who come together to share their products, talents, and knowledge of Japan. Through live performances onstage, hands-on exhibits, cultural workshops, and vendor booths, the public is immersed in the music, dance, artisanry, and philosophy of Japan. Stay tuned for more information! https://www.japanfairus.org/