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SUMMARY:Frank Lloyd Wright\, The Bradley House\, and Japan
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, April 8\, 2026 | 6:00 – 7:00 pm \nFree Members \n$5 Non-Members \nHow Japan helped Frank Lloyd Wright realize his vision of an American architectural style \nIn 1893 Frank Lloyd Wright saw Japanese architecture for the first time when he visited the Japanese pavilion at the World’s Columbian Exposition. The building had a major influence in his quest for a uniquely American architectural style. Seven years later Wright designed the B. Harley Bradley House in Kankakee\, his first Prairie House. \n“Wright in Kankakee” will soon be opening a Japan Influence Exhibit that tells the story of Wright’s interest in Japanese art and architecture and how it is manifested in Wright’s prairie houses\, and specifically the Bradley House. The exhibit was researched and curated by Amb. John Malott\, who will join us for a ZOOM presentation on Wednesday\, April 8 to tell the story of how Wright’s visit to the Japanese pavilion led to the world’s first prairie house in Kankakee\, Illinois. \nAmbassador John R. Malott \nAmbassador John Malott’s career in the United States Foreign Service and as a non-profit leader has focused on Asia and in particular\, Japan. During his 31-years in the US Department of State\, he served as Ambassador to Malaysia; Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for South Asian Affairs; Consul General in Osaka; Director of the Office of Japanese Affairs in Washington; Deputy Consul General in Mumbai; economic officer at the US Embassy in Tokyo; US Consul in Kobe; and civilian advisor to the US Army in the Mekong Delta during the Vietnam War. During his diplomatic career he studied national security strategy at the National War College\, and the Japanese and Vietnamese languages at the Foreign Service Institute. \nAfter retirement from the State Department\, Amb. Malott served for twelve years as President of the Japan-America Society of Washington DC. \nIn 2017 the Emperor of Japan awarded him the Order of the Rising Sun with Gold Rays and Neck Ribbon for his lifelong contribution to US-Japan relations. In 2019 the Japan-America Society of Washington DC established the John and Hiroko Malott Leadership Award to recognize individuals and groups that are working to develop and mentor the next generation of leaders in the US-Japan relationship. \nHe is a Board Director of the Japan America Society of Chicago and an advisor to the Japan-America Society of Washington DC and the National Cherry Blossom Festival. \nHe was born in Kankakee\, raised in Manteno\, and is a graduate of Northwestern University. In 2024 he returned to his Illinois roots and now lives in Oak Park. \nRegister Here
URL:https://jaschicago.org/event/frank-lloyd-wright-the-bradley-house-and-japan/
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SUMMARY:Trivia Without Borders: U.S. X Japan Edition
DESCRIPTION:Trivia Without Borders: U.S. x Japan Edition\nThink fast. Learn more. Connect Globally\nApril 16\, 2026 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM \nMasuda\, Funai\, Eiffert & Mitchell\, Ltd. 203 N LaSalle Street\, 2nd Floor\, Chicago\, IL 60601 \nAttendee Fee: $10 for JASC members; $15 for non-members \nThis is a dedicated space for professionals aged 40 and younger to build meaningful connections.\nIf you’re a “Seasoned” Pro: Help us spread the word! Forward this information to the young professionals in your organization who are looking to expand their horizons. \n-Attendees may pre-register as teams. Pre-registered teams may include up to four participants; individuals without a team will be assigned to one at the event. \n-Prizes\, including gift cards and other items\, will be awarded. \n-Drinks and food will be provided \nSpecial thanks to our venue sponsor: \nRegister Here
URL:https://jaschicago.org/event/trivia-without-borders-u-s-x-japan-edition/
LOCATION:Masuda\, Funai\, Eiffert & Mitchell\, Ltd.\, 203 N LaSalle Street\, 2nd Floor\, Chicago\, IL\, 60601\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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SUMMARY:第7回ぺちゃくちゃClub 春のお茶会
DESCRIPTION:第７回ぺちゃくちゃClub\n「ぺちゃくちゃClub」は日本人の友達が欲しい！情報交換したい！これについて語りたい、シカゴ生活を楽しみたいという方にぴったりの交流の場です。 \nJASCのおしゃれなオフィスで、春の訪れを感じながら楽しく“ぺちゃくちゃ”語りませんか？ \n日時：２０２６年４月１７日　(金)　午前１０：００～ \n場所：シカゴ日米協会オフィス \n※開催場所がオフィスであり、お子様の同伴はお断りさせて頂きます。 \n※参加登録は４月１６日（木）までにお願いします。 \n参加登録はこちらから
URL:https://jaschicago.org/event/%e7%ac%ac7%e5%9b%9e%e3%81%ba%e3%81%a1%e3%82%83%e3%81%8f%e3%81%a1%e3%82%83club-%e6%98%a5%e3%81%ae%e3%81%8a%e8%8c%b6%e4%bc%9a/
LOCATION:500 W Madison Street\, #1000 Chicago\, Illinois 60661\, 500 W Madison Street\, #1000\, Chicago\, 60661
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SUMMARY:Official Opening of the Japan Influence Exhibit at Frank Lloyd Wright's Bradley House in Kankakee
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, 26 Apr 2026\, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM  \n\n\n\nAdmission Fee : $25.00\n\nOfficial opening of the Japan Influence Exhibit at the Frank Lloyd Wright’s Bradley House in Kankakee\n\n\n\nThe new Japan Influence Exhibit tells the story of Wright’s lifelong interest in Japanese art and architecture and how it is manifested in the Bradley House in Kankakee\, his first prairie home. \n\n\nThe grand opening will include remarks by the Japanese Consul General\, tours of the house and grounds next to the Kankakee River\, an ikebana exhibition by the Prairie Chapter of Ikenobo International\, and the reception. \n\nSpecial thanks to Ambassador John Malott for researching and curating the exhibit\, and for his generous sponsorship of the reception. \nAmbassador John R. Malott \nAmbassador John Malott’s career in the United States Foreign Service and as a non-profit leader has focused on Asia and in particular\, Japan. During his 31-years in the US Department of State\, he served as Ambassador to Malaysia; Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for South Asian Affairs; Consul General in Osaka; Director of the Office of Japanese Affairs in Washington; Deputy Consul General in Mumbai; economic officer at the US Embassy in Tokyo; US Consul in Kobe; and civilian advisor to the US Army in the Mekong Delta during the Vietnam War. During his diplomatic career he studied national security strategy at the National War College\, and the Japanese and Vietnamese languages at the Foreign Service Institute. \nAfter retirement from the State Department\, Amb. Malott served for twelve years as President of the Japan-America Society of Washington DC. \nIn 2017 the Emperor of Japan awarded him the Order of the Rising Sun with Gold Rays and Neck Ribbon for his lifelong contribution to US-Japan relations. In 2019 the Japan-America Society of Washington DC established the John and Hiroko Malott Leadership Award to recognize individuals and groups that are working to develop and mentor the next generation of leaders in the US-Japan relationship. \nHe is a Board Director of the Japan America Society of Chicago and an advisor to the Japan-America Society of Washington DC and the National Cherry Blossom Festival. \nHe was born in Kankakee\, raised in Manteno\, and is a graduate of Northwestern University. In 2024 he returned to his Illinois roots and now lives in Oak Park. \nRegister HereWe are currently seeking possible bus service to and from Ogilvie for an additional fee. If you are interested in bus service\, please complete the link below no later than April 6:  \nBus Service
URL:https://jaschicago.org/event/official-opening-of-the-japan-influence-exhibit-at-frank-lloyd-wrights-bradley-house-in-kankakee/
LOCATION:B. Harley Bradley House  Frank Lloyd Wright’s First Prairie Design\, 701 S. Harrison Avenue\, Kankakee\, IL\, 60901\, United States
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SUMMARY:96th Annual Meeting & Awards Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Japan America Society of Chicago\n96th Annual Meeting & Awards Ceremony\nThursday\, June 11\, 2026 6-8 PM \nDRIEHAUS MUSEUM: 50 E Erie Street\, Chicago\, IL 60611 \n$150 Per Person (Open Bar & Hors d’oeuvres) \nJoin us as we celebrate the achievements of the 2025-2026 year and honor exceptional individuals and organizations for their contributions to U.S.-Japan relations. \nWe will also celebrate the achievements of the high school teams who won the Illinois Japan Bowl and Nambu Award. \nCurated appetizers and mini okonomiyaki station prepared by: \nRegister HereSponsorship Opportunities
URL:https://jaschicago.org/event/96th-annual-meeting-awards-ceremony/
LOCATION:Driehaus Museum\, 50 E Erie Street\, Chicago\, IL\, 60611\, United States
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