“Cool” Japan Club – “Departures” Screening
At our next “Cool” Japan Club we will be watching the award-winning Japanese movie “Departures”, which is about a newly unemployed cellist who has to return to his roots and take up a job in which he “sends people off”. But, exactly what kind of job is it? Come to find out! See “Departures” trailer […]
Read More14th Annual AJ Cup Golf Tournament
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 MoreMeishi Mixer @ Saiko Sushi North Park
Networking with new friends Join the JSSDT / ABA for the ultimate networking event. Bring smiles, business cards (Meishi), and appetites to our MEISHI MIXER. Enjoy the delicious appetizers, a special selection of Sake and networking with new friends! The two owners of Saiko Sushi are currently the only two Certified Sake Professionals in San […]
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 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 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!
Read MoreThank you for waiting! Announcing the 12th Annual Beer & Sake Festival!
The JSSDT’s Annual Beer & Sake Festival will be held on Friday, June 13 in the brand-new Events Center at Harrah’s Rincon San Diego North. The Beer & Sake Festival offers a wide variety of Japanese sakes & beers, local craft beers, appetizers from local restaurants, and great entertainment. This year’s featured entertainer is world-renowned […]
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