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Our Mission

The Japan Society of Boston, Inc, is a not-for-profit organization whose mission is to promote cultural and economic ties and active interchange between Japanese and Americans for mutual understanding, benefit and enjoyment. We serve as a programming nexus for a network of individuals, institutions, and businesses that are linked together by a strong interest in Japan and a shared recognition of the importance of the U.S.-Japan relationship.

Curiosity creates connections. Connections create community.
We are a community of bridge builders.

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  • Jan 17, 2026, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Bow Market, 1 Bow Mkt Wy, Somerville, MA 02143, USA
    Ring in the new year with JSB, Nagomi Bento, and friends at Bow Market. Visit JSB's booth to make your own new year's cards (nengajo / 年賀状)!
  • Jan 22, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
    Online
    Looking for a fun way to socialize and grow your language skills from the comfort of your own home? Join JSB to practice your Japanese or English at our next online Japanese / English language exchange.
  • Jan 24, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
    Online
    Let’s make gyoza, Japan’s favorite dumpling, in January's edition of our family friendly online cooking class led by Debra Samuels.
  • Sun, Jan 25
    Boston Children's Museum
    Jan 25, 2026, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    Boston Children's Museum, 308 Congress St, Boston, MA 02210, USA
    Join us at Boston Children's Museum for Oshogatsu 2026, the celebration of the Japanese New Year! Experience lively programs featuring taiko drumming, shishimai lion dance, omikuji fortunes, and other exciting activities.
  • Jan 28, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
    Online
    Join us for a discussion of Perfect Days (2023), an Academy Award nominee for Best International Feature directed by Wim Wenders and starring Koji Yakusho. (Open to JSB Members only)
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