Japanese Films in San Diego
The Pacific Arts Movement (Pac-Arts) will present its 16th Asian Film Festival from November 5 to 14. The JSSDT will co-present the film “Love & Peace” by Shion Sono (See the synopsis below.), on November 9, 6:00pm at UltraStar Mission Valley. Festival schedules and buy advance tickets at pac-arts.org. In the summer of 2015 in […]
Read MoreNew program – “Cool” Japan Club starting in September
Calling all San Diegans! On Thursday September 17th at 6:00 pm, the Japan Society will be hosting an evening of entertainment for people interested in learning more about Japanese culture. We will be showing a video from a series called “Cool Japan”, a television show dedicated to delving into specific aspects of Japanese culture. During […]
Read More22nd Annual Leadership Awards 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. Date: Thursday, October 22, 2015 5:30 PM – Registration & Reception, Silent Auction 7:00 PM – Dinner & Awards Location: Sheraton Mission Valley San Diego 1433 […]
Read MoreBoys from Ofunato will be back!
TOMODACHI/NAJAS Ofunato-San Diego Youth Baseball Exchange In August, Japanese baseball players (ages 13-14) from the City of Ofunato will come to San Diego for home stays, baseball clinics/games, and cultural activities. This is the first leg of the second round of exchange with Ofunato. which have been funded by our generous sponsors. This exchange started […]
Read MoreJUMP – Japan U.S. Military Program
Japan U.S. Military Program (JUMP) Reception The JSSDT invites retired / active US military personnel who served in Japan to the Padres vs. Reds game. Ticket includes all-you-can-eat & drink BBQ party and seating for the Padres vs Reds game. Unlimited beverages include water, soda, variety of craft beers and domestic beer through the 7th […]
Read MoreSurprise Performance!!
We have been presenting high quality entertainment at the Beer & Sake Festival over the years, including traditional Japanese taiko drumming, the Lion Dance, a shamisen performance, tuna-cutting demonstrations, ukulele music by Jake Shimabukuro and a televised Sushi Masters competition. This year, in addition to a ramen demonstration by nationally renowned Master Chef Tatsu, taiko […]
Read MoreFestival Sponsors
The13th Annual Beer & Sake Festival is generously supported by the Japan Society’s major sponsors. Proceeds support educational and community outreach programs. KURAMOTO “Title” Sponsors Harrah’s Resort Southern California Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Texas, Inc. Ginjo “Gold” Sponsors Union Bank Morrison & Foerster Hiro Sake Nigori “Silver” Sponsors Sapporo Yatsushika Junmai ” Blonze” Sponsors Beers Ale […]
Read MoreHotel Deal Ends on June 1!!
Harrah’s Resort Southern California offers the special discounted hotel rooms for 13th Annual Beer & Sake Festival attendees. Deal will end on Friday, June 1! This deal is for online reservations only. Click here to reserve rooms.
Read MorePlay Golf with the JSSDT!
The AJ Cup is named in honor of Mr. Arthur Jonishi, 2002 recipient of the JSSDT Business Leadership Award. AJ was instrumental in choosing San Diego as the home for Kyocera, the first Japanese-parented manufacturing company in California. In addition, he helped establish and served as the first chairman of Minato Gakuen, a school for […]
Read MoreBeer & Sake Festival Featured Entertainment
Chef Tatsu-Ya, Culinary Master and proprietor of nationally-recognized Japanese Restaurants Ramen Tatsu-Ya, will do a special Ramen demonstration aat this year’s Beer & Sake Festival. Enjoy a tuna cutting demonstration and festival favorite San Diego Taiko!
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