Japanese Cultural and Community Center of Northern California

45th Anniversary Video

Check out our video created by our 2018 Kase Program Interns. Click for Video
PROGRAMS AND WORKSHOPS

The JCCCNC serves close to 100,000 people annually through its classes, programs and workshops, and community events, hosting over 80 on-going classes and programs for people of all ages. Read More
MEMBERSHIP

Membership is the most meaningful way to instantly become part of our JCCCNC family. Let us help you carry on the culture, traditions, and values of your family and provide a place for you and your loved ones to call a second home. Join Today
Nikkei Open Golf Tournament

Join us in celebrating 25 Years of the Nikkei Open at the beautiful Peninsula Golf and Country Club on Monday, July 15. Register today!
Colma Cemetery Clean-Up Postponed

The Colma Cemetery Clean-Up scheduled for Saturday, May 18th has been postponed until further notice. Please check back on our website for updates. Thank you!

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Community Karaoke Night

Friday, June 14
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Bring your friends, your voice, and a dish to share at our next quarterly Community Karaoke and potluck night! More…

25th Annual Nikkei Open

Monday, July 15
Peninsula Golf and Country Club
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New Class: Yosakoi Dancing with Ito Yosakoi

Fridays Beginning May 31
7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

The Center is the new home of Ito Yosakoi dance group, which will teach the contemporary Japanese dance style of yosakoi, combining traditional movements and group choreography to upbeat, energetic music! No dance experience necessary! More…

Job Opportunities

Inspiring, Creative, Committed, Detail-oriented, Team-Player, Positive and Outgoing – if these are some of the words that describe your work values and you want to help make a difference in people’s lives while contributing toward the future of the Japanese American community, maybe a career at the Center is for you.

Director of Special Events and Marketing

Visit employment opportunites page here

The Center has received the 2019 Bronze Seal of Transparency from GuideStar

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Japanese Breads Baking Workshop

Sunday, June 9
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Expert Japanese baker Eri Combs returns to the Center to teach how to bake your favorite Japanese baked goods! More…

Summer Kaiseki Workshop

Saturday, June 15
12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Enjoy an elegant five-course menu at our next seasonal Summer Kaiseki Cooking Workshop! More…

Sushi Rolling 101 Workshop

Saturday, June 22
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Learn the basics of preparing sushi rice and how to make three different kinds of sushi rolls with Chef Mark Gyotoku. More…

We’re looking for new instructors!

Have a skill or hobby that you want to share? We’re searching for new instructors who can add their talents to the diverse programs we offer each year. Take a moment to fill out our Instructor Recruitment form here