About Our Programs & Events
Our events provide you with a direct experience of Japanese culture — from traditional arts to contemporary cuisine. Engage face-to-face with people who share your passion for cultural exchange, and deepen your understanding of their customs and lifestyles. Support the U.S.-Japan relationship one friendship at a time!
What we offer
Our Events
Mochitsuki New Year’s Celebration
Mochitsuki New Year’s Celebration
Annual Meeting & Members’ Social
Annual Meeting & Members’ Social
Japan America Friendship Night with the Texas Rangers
Japan America Friendship Night with the Texas Rangers
Otsukimi Moon-Viewing Festival
Otsukimi Moon-Viewing Festival
Bonenkai Forget-the-Year Party
Bonenkai Forget-the-Year Party
Pickleball Social
Pickleball Social
Mochitsuki New Year’s Celebration
Celebrate the New Year in true Japanese fashion! This family-friendly event offers:
- Live rice-pounding demonstrations
- Mochi (rice cake) samples
- Music and dance performances
- Hands-on calligraphy instruction
- Traditional children’s games
Annual Meeting & Members’ Social
Enjoy an evening with members old and new, and select the leaders of the Japan-America Society.
- Get-acquainted reception
- Business meeting and election
- Unique cultural presentation
- Daruma ceremony
Sake Tasting and Lecture
A sampling of sake varieties paired with Japanese food:
- Lecture from expert on Japanese Sake
- Tasting of traditional and modern varieties
- Japanese cuisine to complement the sake
- Unique annual offerings, such as sochu
- Traditional children’s games
Japan America Friendship Night with the Texas Rangers
A celebration of Japan-America friendship through baseball! Cheer on the Texas Rangers and enjoy:
- Discounted ticket price
- Pre-game U.S.-Japan flag ceremony
- First pitch by a special guest
- Fun and friendship!
Otsukimi Moon-Viewing Festival
An unforgettable autumn night under the full moon, held in Frisco Square in Frisco, Texas. The festival features:
- Music performances
- Haiku poetry
- Obento (box dinner) picnic
- Art and cultural activity booths
- Telescopes for moon-gazing
Bonenkai Forget-the-Year Party
A holiday celebration with food, drinks, and lively conversation. The festival features:
- Japanese or Texas-themed cuisine
- Select beer, sake, or wine
- Festive atmosphere
- Door prizes
Cultural Outreach
Find us at festivals throughout the year, sharing Japanese culture with the community. Hands-on activities include calligraphy, origami, games, and more. Stop by our booth – or sign up to volunteer!
- Plano AsiaFest (May)
- Taste of Addison (May/June)
- Akimatsuri Fall Festival (September)
- Presentations at libraries, schools, camps
