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  • Japanese New Year Celebration 2026
    Japanese New Year Celebration 2026
    Sat, Jan 17
    Bow Market
    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)!
  • JSB Language Room (Virtual Language Exchange)
    JSB Language Room (Virtual Language Exchange)
    Recurring - Click for More Dates
    Thu, Jan 22
    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.
  • おうちごはん!(Ouchigohan) – Gyoza & Gyoza Nabe Hot Pot
    おうちごはん!(Ouchigohan) – Gyoza & Gyoza Nabe Hot Pot
    Recurring - Click for More Dates
    Sat, Jan 24
    Online
    Let’s make gyoza, Japan’s favorite dumpling, in January's edition of our family friendly online cooking class led by Debra Samuels.
  • Oshogatsu 2026 –  The Japanese New Year!
    Oshogatsu 2026 –  The Japanese New Year!
    Sun, Jan 25
    Boston Children's Museum
    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.
  • JSB Film Club: Perfect Days (2023)
    JSB Film Club: Perfect Days (2023)
    Wed, Jan 28
    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)
  •  JSB Book Club: The Makioka Sisters
     JSB Book Club: The Makioka Sisters
    Wed, Feb 25
    Online
    The JSB Book Club will meet in February to discuss "The Makioka Sisters" by Junichiro Tanizaki, considered by some to be the greatest Japanese novel of the 20th century. (Open to JSB Members only)

From Our Friends
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From Our Friends
    Jan 09, 2026, 4:15 PM – 5:30 PM
    Consulate-General of Japan in Boston, 100 High St, Boston, MA 02110, USA
    Michiko Imai, a master calligrapher from Nara, Japan, has won national awards, and exhibited her work in major Japanese museums. Since 2008 she has taught and performed widely, established her own studio, and collaborated with numerous universities and cultural institutions across the country.
    Jan 11, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    First Parish in Wayland, 225 Boston Post Rd, Wayland, MA 01778, USA
    Tiger Okoshi, internationally acclaimed trumpeter from Japan and Berklee professor, plays with a new, extraordinary and unique quintet. Tiger will be joined by violinist Louis Thélot, cellist Peter Sumner, bassist Ferran Rico Andres and Sam Cerra on vibraphone.
    Jan 29, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
    J Under the Dome, 1 Sequassen St, Hartford, CT 06106, USA
    From the dreamlike worlds of Studio Ghibli to the high-energy soundtracks behind some of today’s most popular Japanese animations, this stunning live musical performance offers a fresh take on music that has captivated audiences around the globe.
    Multiple Dates
    Feb 01, 2026, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Various locations
    Join Michelle's hands-on workshops to explore Japanese indigo shibori, a traditional Japanese resist dye technique that uses a variety of textile manipulation methods to produce different patterns when the fabric is immersed in indigo dye.
    Mar 18, 2026, 12:00 AM – Mar 25, 2026, 11:59 PM
    Tokyo - Nagoya - Kyoto, Shinjuku City, Tokyo, Japan
    Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey through Japan’s hidden culinary treasures! Delve into traditional dishes that define Japanese culture, beyond the usual guidebook hotspots. This isn’t just a food tour—it’s an immersive adventure that will enrich your understanding of Japan's rich heritage.
    Apr 03, 2026, 12:00 AM – Apr 05, 2026, 11:59 PM
    Hynes Convention Center, 900 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02115, USA
    Anime Boston is a three-day convention held annually in Boston, Massachusetts, under the supervision of the New England Anime Society. Held since 2003, the focus is celebrating and promoting Japanese animation, comics, and pop culture.
    Multiple Dates
    May 10, 2026, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
    Boch Center - Wang Theatre, 270 Tremont St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
    Hatsune Miku, a music software which enables anyone to make their computer sing by entering lyrics and melodies, has quickly evolved into a cultural phenomenon. Her popularity has spread across the globe as she has become involved in merchandising and live performance as a virtual singer.
    Jul 29, 2026, 9:00 AM – Aug 06, 2026, 5:00 PM
    Temple University, Japan Campus, 1-chōme-14-29 Taishidō, Setagaya City, Tokyo 154-0004, Japan
    TUJ invites high school students to a summer of language and cultural experiences in Tokyo. The 8-night program includes a unique mix of Japanese language and elective classes. With adventures in Tokyo, an overnight excursion to Nikko, and a trip to DisneySea, this will be your summer to remember!
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