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SUMMARY:Making Strides
DESCRIPTION:RSVP by Monday\, January 27. Due to security measures walk-ins will not be permitted. 
URL:https://jaschicago.org/event/making-strides/
LOCATION:Industrious\, 500 W Madison\, 10th Floor\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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SUMMARY:Baseball Behind Barbed Wire
DESCRIPTION:About the Event\nStories of Japanese Americans who were stripped of their constitutional rights during World War II and how the “America’s Pastime” was a means of enduring and escaping their imprisonment. It brought a sense of normalcy to their very abnormal lives and created a social and positive atmosphere for these so called ‘Enemy Aliens. ’The irony that these ballplayers could travel from Gila River\, Arizona to Heart Mountain Wyoming and Colorado for baseball tournaments. In their world\, life brought a desert and they built these ‘Diamonds in the Rough.’ \nAbout the Speakers\nKerry is the author of ’Through a Diamond\,100 Years of Japanese American Baseball’ and ‘ A History of Japanese American Baseball in California.’ He is the founder and president of the non-profit Nisei Baseball Research Project\, ( NBRP )\, founding curator of ‘Bridge Across the Pacific’ international exhibit and produced curriculums with SPICE at Stanford University. He also produced/directed ‘Diamonds in the Rough’ documentary with his Godpapa Noriyuki ‘Pat’ Morita and other multiple documentaries. He produced the dramatic narrative award winning film ‘American Pastime.’ \nHe was a consultant to the hall of fame exhibit ‘Baseball As America’ with Buck O’Neil and the ‘Chasing Dreams’ exhibit with the National Museum of American Jewish History. He is a Ambassador/consultant with the 2025 exhibit at the National Baseball Hall of Fame entitled ‘Yakyu/Baseball.’ \nBill Staples\, Jr. is an award-winning baseball historian and author with a passion for researching and telling the untold stories of the “international pastime.” His areas of expertise include Japanese American and Negro Leagues baseball history as a context for exploring the themes of civil rights\, cross-cultural relations\, and globalization. He’s the author of Kenichi Zenimura\, Japanese American Baseball Pioneer and Gentle Black Giants: A History of Negro Leaguers in Japan\, and serves as board President of the Japanese American Citizens League – Arizona Chapter\, and board member of the Nisei Baseball Research Project. Learn more at www.zenimura.com. \n\nSpecial thanks with support from:
URL:https://jaschicago.org/event/baseball-behind-barbed-wire/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250218T193000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T020546Z
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SUMMARY:The Beautiful World of Mizuhiki
DESCRIPTION:RSVP by Monday\, February 17. Due to security measures walk-ins will not be permitted. \nZOOM registration is closed. In-person registration is still available and will end on Monday\, February 17. 
URL:https://jaschicago.org/event/the-beautiful-world-of-mizuhiki/
LOCATION:Industrious\, 500 W Madison\, 10th Floor\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250219T180000
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CREATED:20250204T135053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T140231Z
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SUMMARY:Book Club February Choice
DESCRIPTION:About the Event\nA new twist on an old favorite! The JETAA Chicago and Japan America Society of Chicago YPC Book Club continues in 2025 with a meeting in February! \nJoin us for our next meeting on Wednesday\, Feb. 19th! \nOur book club highlights voices and stories with a solid connection to Japan. For our next meeting\,  we chose “We’ll Prescribe You A Cat\,” by Syou Ishida. Tucked away on the fifth floor of an old building at the end of a narrow alley in Kyoto\, the Nakagyō Kokoro Clinic for the Soul can be found only by struggling people who genuinely need help. The mysterious clinic offers a unique treatment to those who find their way there: it prescribes cats as medication. \nBe sure to pick up a copy of the book and join us for an evening of casual discussion in a virtual space via Zoom! Registrations are limited\, so grab a spot while you can! \nFor registration\, click here \nIf you have any questions\, please reach out to info@jetaachicago.com. We look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://jaschicago.org/event/book-club-february-choice/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250220T193000
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CREATED:20250124T160317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T141842Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Osaka Expo
DESCRIPTION:Special thank to our co-organizer: \n\n\n\nSpecial thanks to our sponsors: 
URL:https://jaschicago.org/event/2025-osaka-expo/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250301T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250301T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T125446
CREATED:20250220T035845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T212256Z
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SUMMARY:Illinois Japan Bowl 2025
DESCRIPTION:Event Sponsors\n    \n \nKPMG
URL:https://jaschicago.org/event/illinois-japan-bowl-2025/
LOCATION:North Central College (Wentz Science Center)\, 131 S. Loomis\, 2nd Floor\, Naperville\, IL\, 131 S. Loomis\, Naperville\, IL\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250302T163000
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CREATED:20250123T154026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T043752Z
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SUMMARY:Hinamatsuri: Girls' Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Hinamatsuri is a Shinto and Japanese cultural holiday. Hinamatsuri means Doll Festival\, but the day is also referred to as Girls’ Day. This festival is celebrated every year where families pray for the happiness and prosperity of girls. The day boasts a variety of seasonal sweets\, crafts\, and activities! \n\n\nThe Japan America Society of Chicago is proud to bring this girl-centric celebration which features: \n\nComplimentary mini ikebana floral arrangement instruction courtesy of artist Reiko Takahashi of Floral Ashirai. Each participant will take home their work!\nComplimentary Ichigo (strawberry) daifuku and sakura (cherry blossom) daifuku. Daifuku are a traditional Japanese sweet or wagashi. The word “daifuku” actually means great luck. It is made by stuffing mochi (Japanese pounded rice cake) with a filling\, traditionally a sweet red bean paste called anko. For the Hinamatsuri celebration they are also filled with whole strawberries and pickled cherry blossoms! All sweets are from our partners at Hippo Pastry!\nKimono and cherry blossom origami folding and instruction.\nHinamatsuri themed crafts.\nComplimentary selection of on theme teas from our partners at Chicago Tea House\n\nPlease do not arrive to the event toward the end as your time to create will be limited… \nSpace is limited and we strongly encourage you to get tickets soon for this family friendly event! Registration closes 2/27 or upon selling out\, whichever occurs first. \n***Please note any dietary restrictions before consuming any sweets. \nTickets: \n$25/person all inclusive or $50 for family of up to 4 (includes 2 sets of sweets\, 2 ikebana arrangements total for group) \nJASC members $20/person\, $45 for family of up to 4 (for family of up to 4 (includes 2 sets of sweets\, 2 ikebana arrangements total for group) \n\nFor more information\, see here
URL:https://jaschicago.org/event/hinamatsuri-girls-day-celebration/
LOCATION:Japanese Culture\, 2940 N Lincoln Ave #2\,\, Chicago\, IL\, 60657
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250306T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250306T193000
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CREATED:20250218T202957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T230121Z
UID:6858-1741284000-1741289400@jaschicago.org
SUMMARY:Cool Japan Vibes
DESCRIPTION:For registration\, CLICK HERE
URL:https://jaschicago.org/event/cool-japan-vibes/
LOCATION:Online via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250402T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250402T190000
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CREATED:20250304T224533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T171532Z
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SUMMARY:Connected Economies: The US-Japan Economic Relationship Through Higher Education
DESCRIPTION:Special thanks to our venue sponsor:\n \nSpecial thanks to our reception sponsor: 
URL:https://jaschicago.org/event/connected-economies-the-us-japan-economic-relationship-through-higher-education/
LOCATION:10 S. Riverside Plaza\, 10 S. Riverside Plaza\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250411T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250411T120000
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CREATED:20250320T220153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T013126Z
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SUMMARY:ぺちゃくちゃClub
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URL:https://jaschicago.org/event/%e3%81%ba%e3%81%a1%e3%82%83%e3%81%8f%e3%81%a1%e3%82%83club/
LOCATION:500 W Madison Street\, #1000 Chicago\, Illinois 60661\, 500 W Madison Street\, #1000\, Chicago\, 60661
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250413T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250413T150000
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CREATED:20250307T142624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250307T142624Z
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SUMMARY:Taste the Tradition: Bento Box Workshop
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URL:https://jaschicago.org/event/taste-the-tradition-bento-box-workshop/
LOCATION:Torino Ramen\, 1162 Wilmette Ave\, Wilmette\, IL\, 60091\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T200000
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CREATED:20250324T221300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250423T235425Z
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SUMMARY:Sizzle & Slurp
DESCRIPTION:Pre-registration for this event is required.\nSpecial thanks to our sponsors:\n \n  
URL:https://jaschicago.org/event/sizzle-slurp/
LOCATION:The Assembly\, 500 W Madison Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250430T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250430T190000
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CREATED:20250319T235441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T235441Z
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SUMMARY:Book Club April Choice
DESCRIPTION:For more information and registration\, follow the link here
URL:https://jaschicago.org/event/book-club-april-choice/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250507T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250507T200000
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CREATED:20250319T164037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T162646Z
UID:7046-1746639000-1746648000@jaschicago.org
SUMMARY:Koreikeru!
DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets\nJASC-Member-$80.00\nNon member of JASC-$95.00 \nTo purchase tickets for this event\, \nplease visit:https://japanamericasocietyofchicago.wildapricot.org/event-6158352
URL:https://jaschicago.org/event/koreikeru/
LOCATION:Kamehachi\, 1531 N Wells (Lounge)\, Chicago\, IL\, 60610\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T140000
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CREATED:20250411T173222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T143802Z
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SUMMARY:Sasago Oiwake Puppet Theater Performance: Burr Elementary School
DESCRIPTION:See also Sasago Oiwake Puppet Theater Performance: AIRMW details here\nSpecial thanks to our host:  \n \nAdditional special thanks to: \n \nGet Tickets: \nWalk-ins welcome! Credit card payment only please.
URL:https://jaschicago.org/event/sasago-oiwake-puppet-theater-performance-burr-elementary-school/
LOCATION:Burr Elementary School\, 1621 W Wabansia Ave\, Chicago\, 60622\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250517T190000
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CREATED:20250411T172801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250517T144252Z
UID:7165-1747503000-1747508400@jaschicago.org
SUMMARY:Sasago Oiwake Puppet Theater Performance: AIRMW
DESCRIPTION:See also Sasago Oiwake Puppet Theater Performance: Burr Elementary School details here\nSpecial thanks to our host: \n \nAdditional special thanks to: \n \nGet Tickets:\nDue to limited capacity\, walk-ins will not be permitted at this time.
URL:https://jaschicago.org/event/sasago-oiwake-puppet-theater-performance/
LOCATION:Airmw dojo\, 4875 N Elston Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60630\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250518T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250518T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T125446
CREATED:20250502T192230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T193516Z
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SUMMARY:Gaijin Matsuri
DESCRIPTION:TO REGISTER\, CLICK here
URL:https://jaschicago.org/event/gaijin-matsuri/
LOCATION:Gaijin\, 950 W Lake Street\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250528T190500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250528T190500
DTSTAMP:20260407T125446
CREATED:20250408T220505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T154914Z
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SUMMARY:AAPI Cubs vs Rockies
DESCRIPTION:SOLD OUT
URL:https://jaschicago.org/event/cub-vs-rockies-aapi/
LOCATION:Wrigley Field\, 1060 W Addison St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250612T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250612T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T125446
CREATED:20250503T154924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T034506Z
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SUMMARY:95th Annual Meeting & Awards Reception
DESCRIPTION:To make a reservation go to:\nhttps://japanamericasocietyofchicago.wildapricot.org/event-6179558\nParking:  \nValet parking is available at Il Porcellino\, 59 W Hubbard Street just East of Salon 61. Parking is $20 for 0-3 hours.
URL:https://jaschicago.org/event/95th-annual-meeting-awards-reception/
LOCATION:Salon 61\, 61 W. Hubbard Street\, Chicago\, IL\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T125446
CREATED:20250701T154624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250701T154624Z
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SUMMARY:Apothecary Diaries - Anime & Art Appreciation Society
DESCRIPTION:The JETAA Chicago and Japan America Society of Chicago YPC continue the Anime & Art Club with a meeting in July!\nJoin us on Tuesday\, July 15th! \nOur club will be discussing various individual anime series. For our next meeting\, we have chosen episodes 1-4 of Apothecary Diaries\, based on the novel series by Natsu Hyuga. The story is set in an alternate reality of the Ming dynasty and follows a girl named Maomao\, who was trained from an early age by her apothecary father. She was sold as a servant to the emperor’s palace\, where she secretly employs her pharmacological skills to solve medical mysteries. \nBe sure to view the anime in advance (available on Netflix & Crunchyroll) and join us for an evening of casual discussion in a virtual space via Zoom! Registrations are limited\, so grab a spot while you can! \nIf you have any questions\, please get in touch with us at info@jetaachicago.com. We look forward to seeing you there! \nRegister
URL:https://jaschicago.org/event/apothecary-diaries-anime-art-appreciation-society/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250727T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T125446
CREATED:20250619T153037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250715T191047Z
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SUMMARY:Kimono Mom
DESCRIPTION:Sold Out \nTo make a reservation call (630) 537-1459\n\nCollaboration menu\n$17 for the cocktail: Roku Gin\, Cayenne Pepper\, Umami Sauce\, Pineapple Juice\,Chinola\, Lime\n$28 for the pork belly: Umami Sauce Lacquered Pork Belly\, Pickled Green Beans\, Maple Vinegar\, Plum\n$16 for the dessert: Millefeuille – Roasted White Chocolate\, Peaches\, Brown Butter\, and Umami Sauce\nClick Here to Register$2 Umami Sando Pre-Order Fee ($18 payment is required on-site. Your order will be on hold\, and you can skip the long line) \nAll other orders can be made on-site ($18 umami sando price) on a first-come first-serve basis. \nClick Here to Pay Pre Order Fee
URL:https://jaschicago.org/event/kimono-mom/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250806T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250806T220000
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SUMMARY:Toro Nagashi (Lantern Ceremony)
DESCRIPTION:Toro Nagashi (Lantern Ceremony) \nAugust 6th\, 7-10pm \nOsaka Garden (Garden of the Pheonix)\, Jackson Park\, 6300 S Cornell Ave\, Chicago\, IL 60637 \nThe Japanese Arts Foundation is proud to welcome you to our annual Toro Nagashi lantern ceremony\, in Jackson Park’s Osaka Garden. We hope to invite you to join us in this meaningful ceremony to process the loss of loved ones\, and to strengthen our bonds as a community. \nOnly 300 registrants will be allowed into the space and will recieve a lantern. Available lanterns are limited\, please register well in advance. You may decorate and craft your lantern into any design they wish on-site from 7:00-8:00pm with the community. \nThe ceremony of Toro Nagashi (literally\, “floating lanterns”) is a Buddhist tradition held to celebrate the end of Obon season. Toro Nagashi can be a smaller family affair to remember lost family members or a much bigger event to memorialize those who have been lost to natural disasters\, war\, and other causes. Toro Nagashi officially begins at the moment the ancestors commence their return to the spirit world. Communities come together to guide the spirits down to the water using traditional candle-lit lanterns (toro). The lanterns visually represent the spirits’ drifting home. \nLanterns will be floated in the waters of the Osaka Garden pond\, and can be placed throughout the Garden\, Yoko Ono’s SKYLANDING\, along with the sounds of shamisen courtesy of renowned musician Toyoaki Sanjuro of Asian Improv Arts Midwest will comfort guests throughout the evening. This year coincides with the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima\, Japan. To this day one of the largest Toro Nagashi ceremonies in Japan is held there to pay respect to the lives lost as a result of the bombing. \nEsteemed speakers include: \nLee Francis – First Vice-Chair\, Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists\nMarion Mieko Friebus-Flaman\, Ph.D.- Executive Director of the Japan America Society of Chicago\nJapanese American Citizens League (JACL) Board Member (TBA)\nRepresentatives from the Chicago Park District\, Japanese Arts Foundation\, and Japanese Culture Center\n* Additional information will be emailed to attendees the week of the event. \nThis year’s ceremony is hosted by the Japanese Arts Foundation in partnership with the Chicago Park District\, Asian Improv Arts Midwest\, Japan America Society of Chicago\, and the Japanese Culture Center. \nRegister
URL:https://jaschicago.org/event/toro-nagashi-lantern-ceremony/
LOCATION:Osaka Garden\, 6300 S Cornell Ave\, Chicago\, IL\, 60637\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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SUMMARY:Invest in Japan
DESCRIPTION:RSVP no later than Tuesday\, August 5 \nSpecial thanks to our sponsor:Register Here
URL:https://jaschicago.org/event/invest-in-japan/
LOCATION:WINSTON & STRAWN\, 35 W Wacker Dr.\, Chicago\, IL\, 60601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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SUMMARY:Book Club - Beast in the Shadows
DESCRIPTION:Our book club highlights voices and stories with a solid connection to Japan. For our next meeting\,  we chose “Beast in the Shadows” by Edogawa Rampo. A mystery writer turns detective to protect the woman he loves. But is he the hunter or the hunted?  The chance meeting between a crime novelist and a married woman blossoms into friendship. When she confides to him that she has been receiving threatening and sadistic letters from an ex-lover\, who says he is watching her in the shadows\, he knows he must help her. But the trail unexpectedly leads to another writer\, Oe Shundei\, the mysterious and secretive author of works of grotesque violence. Suddenly\, nothing is as it seems\, and nobody is safe. \nBe sure to pick up a copy of the book and join us for an evening of casual discussion in a virtual space via Zoom! Registrations are limited\, so grab a spot while you can! \nIf you have any questions\, please reach out to info@jetaachicago.com. We look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://jaschicago.org/event/book-club-beast-in-the-shadows/
LOCATION:Online Zoom Event
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250929T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250929T200000
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SUMMARY:Beef & Beyond: An Evening of Wagyu Insight and Indulgence
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, September 29th\, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM \n6:00-6:30 Registration \n6:30-8:00 Presentations\, Q&A\, and Tasting \nTicket Pricing: \n$65 Members \n$80 Non-Members \nJoin us for an engaging panel discussion and tasting experience featuring delectable wagyu and sake \nDive into the world of wagyu as our experts share insights on tradition\, partnerships\, and practices – See the flavors of wagyu come alive with a tasting curated by Chef Mari Katsumura\, Shō Omakase. A sake pairing provided by Sake Flight\, will nicely compliment the menu. \nRegister Here
URL:https://jaschicago.org/event/beef-beyond-an-evening-of-wagyu-insight-and-indulgence/
LOCATION:The Assembly\, 500 W Madison Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60661\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251005T200000
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SUMMARY:Rakugo in English: An Evening with Katsura Sunshine
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, Oct. 5\nShow Starts at 7:00 PM \nTicket Price: $40 \nTicket with Tenugui: $60 \nJoin us for a night of laughter and culture with Katsura Sunshine\, the world’s leading Englsh-speaking rakugo storyteller. \nEnjoy JASC Exclusive Perks\, including reserved group tickets and a pre-show meet & greet with Sunshine! \nExclusive Perks: \n\nReserved group tickets\nPre-show meet & greet with Sunshine\nEarly access to tenugui ($20) + guaranteed autograph\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://jaschicago.org/event/rakugo-in-english-an-evening-with-katsura-sunshine/
LOCATION:Zanies Comedy Club\, 437 Park Pl\, Rosemont\, IL\, 60018\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251026T200000
DTSTAMP:20260407T125446
CREATED:20250916T220947Z
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SUMMARY:The Spirit of Fukushima: Demo & Reception
DESCRIPTION:The Spirit of Fukushima: Demo & Reception\nDate: Sunday\, October 26\, 2025 \nTime: Demo & Reception at 5:30 PM \nLocation: Japan America Society of Chicago (location in Industrious) 500 W. Madison St.\, Suite 1000\, Chicago \nJoin members and guests for a Fukushima artist demonstration\, followed by a reception hosted by Tokyo-Shokudo and Uka Sake. Meet the artists\, and learn more about their traditional craft. \nTicket: \n\n$35 Demonstration/Reception\n\nRegister HereReception generously sponsored by:
URL:https://jaschicago.org/event/the-spirit-of-fukushima-hands-on-art-workshops-reception/
LOCATION:500 W Madison Street\, #1000 Chicago\, Illinois 60661\, 500 W Madison Street\, #1000\, Chicago\, 60661
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251106T193000
DTSTAMP:20260407T125446
CREATED:20251002T194152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T194152Z
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SUMMARY:JASC Young Professionals Community Networking Night
DESCRIPTION:JASC Young Professionals Community Networking Night\nNov 6\, 2025\, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM\nLocation: Japan America Society of Chicago (located in Industrious) 500 W. Madison St.\, Suite 1000\, Chicago \nRSVP no later than Tuesday\, November 4th \n$20 Members | $35 Non-Members \nJoin us on November 6th for the JASC Young Professional Community (YPC) Networking Night! Connect with fellow young professionals who share an interest in Japan and U.S.-Japan relations in a fun\, welcoming setting. Register today to save your spot! \nRegister Here
URL:https://jaschicago.org/event/jasc-young-professionals-community-networking-night/
LOCATION:Japan American Society of Chicago\, 1 N LaSalle Street\, #2475\, Chicago\, IL\, 60602\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251119T193000
DTSTAMP:20260407T125446
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SUMMARY:Beyond the Numbers
DESCRIPTION:Beyond the Numbers:\nWhat Legal\, Financial\, and Business Leaders Need to Know About U.S.-Japan Trade\nWednesday\, November 19th\, 2025 \n5:30-7:30 PM \nReception: 5:30-6:00 PM \nPresentation and Q&A: 6:00-7:30 PM \nLocation: Omron Management Center of America \n2895 Greenspoint Parkway\, #1000\, Hoffman Estates\, IL \nTicket Information: \n$10 Members \n$25 Non-Members \n\n\n\n\n\nAbout the Program:\nJoin us for an in-depth discussion on the evolving landscape of the U.S.-Japan trade. Beyond the Numbers will explore the legal\, financial\, and business factors shaping trade today.\nAll panelists have deep experience navigating U.S.-Japan trade\, and will share their perspectives on the practical implications of tariffs and other evolving policies.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpecial thanks to our venue sponsor:\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://jaschicago.org/event/beyond-the-numbers/
LOCATION:Omron Management Center of America\, 2895 Greenspoint Parkway #1000\, Hoffman Estates\, IL\, 60010\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251204T210000
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SUMMARY:The 39th Annual Holiday Fundraiser & Bonenkai
DESCRIPTION:The 39th Annual Holiday Fundraiser & Bonenkai\nBaseball as Bridge: Diplomacy Through the Game We Love\nThe Japan America Society of Chicago is delighted to announce our 39th Annual Holiday Fundraiser & Bonenkai! \nTheme: Baseball as Bridge: Diplomacy Through the Game We Love \nGuest Speaker: Crane Kenney\, President of Business Operations\, Chicago Cubs \nDate: Thursday\, December 4\, 2025 \nTime: \n 5:30–6:30 PM – Reception & Final Silent Auction Bidding \n 6:30–8:30 PM – Dinner & Program \n 8:30–9:00 PM – Silent Auction Checkout & Item Pick-Up \nLocation: Union League Club of Chicago \nJoin us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the shared love of baseball and the enduring friendship between Japan and the United States. \nThis year\, the Society aims to raise $50\,000 to support our educational\, cultural\, and business programs that strengthen U.S.–Japan relations. \nYou can help us reach this goal by contributing in one of the following ways: \nDonate a Gift Certificate or Item for the Silent Auction\nShowcase your organization to 200+ executives and community leaders while supporting meaningful U.S.–Japan exchange programs! \nBidding opens online one week before the event\, giving donors’ contributions even greater visibility to participants and supporters. \nExamples of auction items include: \n\nA chef donating their services to prepare a meal for a dinner party at the winners’ home\nA company offering an exclusive plant tour (staff from competing companies not eligible)\nA golf outing for three at a private or members-only course\n\nWe also welcome high-interest items related to our theme\, Baseball as Bridge! \nDonate to the Silent AuctionMake a Cash Donation\nYour generosity will be recognized in our program booklet\, annual report\, and donor communications. \nDonations of $700 or more include a complimentary dinner reservation. \nMake a Cash DonationRegistration\n\n1. Individual Ticket – $190.00\n\n\n2. All Star for The 39th Bonenkai table sponsorship – $3\,900.00\nAll Star $3900\n・Table of 10\n・Preferred seating\n・Full-page\, color ad in program book\n・Corporate logo on Society website\n・Company name included in email update\n・Logo on auction signage\n・Company sign on table\n\n3. Grand Slam for The 39th Bonenkai table sponsorship – $2\,900.00\nGrand Slam $2900\n・Table of 10\n・Full-page\, black-and-white ad in program book\n・Corporate logo on society website\n・Company name included in email update\n・Company sign on table\n\n\nJoin us as we celebrate connection\, community\, and the spirit of friendship through the game we love! \nRegister Here
URL:https://jaschicago.org/event/the-39th-annual-holiday-fundraiser-bonenkai/
LOCATION:Union League Club of Chicago\, : 65 W Jackson Blvd\, Chicago\, IL\, 60604\, United States
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