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July 2022
[Online] Summer Japanese Class 1
This course is for beginners who are looking for a general understanding of the Japanese language and to practice some common expressions used in personal conversations. Students will learn some basic Japanese grammar and sentence structures as they learn how to introduce themselves and share simple personal details in Japanese. They will also learn familiar and basic expressions, and a variety of greetings useful in daily conversations. While this course is focused on conversational Japanese, by the end of the…
Find out more »2022 Annual Sake Tasting and Lecture
Our Annual Sake Program is Back! After successful online programs in 2020 and 2021, the sake tasting and lecture returns as in-person event. This is one of the Society's most popular annual programs and a highlight of our summer schedule. We will have a guided experience led by our friends at Sake Social, complemented with local Japanese cuisine. For the first time in the event's history, we will also add shochu to our menu. This distilled alcoholic beverage typically…
Find out more »August 2022
Japanese Beer Garden and Family Fun
The Japan-America Society is excited to partner with Rollertown Beerworks on a special family-friendly event. Join us to celebrate summer with family activities, such as Japanese culture bingo and traditional drumming from Dallas Kiyari Daiko, and learn about Japan from our amazing staff. There will be food available for purchase from F&F Express. Visit https://www.fnfeat.com/food-truck/ to learn more about the truck's menu. There will seating both outdoors and indoors for this program. For guests 21 and older, you can…
Find out more »September 2022
2022 Otsukimi Moon Viewing Festival
Our popular Otsukimi program returns to Frisco! Our 23rd annual Otsukimi will return to its normal in-person September schedule for the first time since 2019. This event has become one of the region's largest Japanese cultural celebrations. Festivities include musical performances, haiku readings, vendors selling Japanese food and collectibles, themed art and family-friendly activities. The event map, more vendors, more performers, and more demonstrations will be announced soon! Looking to become more involved? We are searching for volunteers, vendors, and…
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