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J-Sei welcomes you to participate in our community and cultural organization that brings generations and families together to nurture and pass on Nikkei values through a broad array of senior services and cultural programs.
Book Club
New! K-drama fan club & DVD lending
Flavors of Spring 2026
Many thanks to our supporters!
Listen to J-Sei’s Podcast
Hibiki Kotoba
Come for a Visit
J-Sei Congregate Dining
We have enjoyed visiting and reconnecting with each other for Congregate Dining at J-Sei. We welcome you to join us as we expand our offering to EVERY THURSDAY at 11:30 am.
Please RSVP in advance with Sianne Susbilla at sianne@j-sei.org.
Classes & Events
Art, music, film, or food? Check out the wide range of special events and classes offered now.
Nutrition
Enjoy a Japanese meal with us or seniors can have hot lunches delivered to their homes. Find out more about our nutrition and food pantry programs.
Senior Services
A wide range of programs to help older adults remain at home are offered. Discover our case management, caregiver registry and friendly visitor programs.
Donate
J-Sei must fundraise over 65% of our budget to provide programs and to support this vibrant community. Learn about different options to give back with a one-time, annual, or planned gift.
Great-ful Aging, a 2 hour writing and movement workshop
Great-ful Aging 2-hour writing and movement workshop Mon, December 8th Time: 10 am to 12 noon Through gentle movement, we will explore the rich stories held within our bodies. We will then give voice to these inner narratives during quiet reflection and journaling....
Japanese Movie Night – Oct 2025
J-Sei At The Movies (on Zoom)Friday, Oct 10, 6:30 pm J-Sei Movie Night is dedicated to the wonderful and fascinating world of Japanese cinema, as well as Japanese American and AAPI films. Join our lively group as we learn about and discuss history and culture through...
Pre-order Bento for Family Festival – open until Thurs, Sept 25, 3 pm
J-Sei’s Family Festival - Pre-Order Bento Pick-up: Sunday, Sept 28, 2025 Our festival is coming up this week! Pre-order Bento has been extended to Thurs, Sept 25. A limited number of bento will be available for Walk-Ups. Pick-up at J-Sei, 1285 66th Street (near...
Navigating the COVID-19 Vaccination
Navigating COVID-19 Vaccination In response to the many questions and concerns expressed by all of you, J-Sei is providing a summary of resources on the COVID-19 vaccination process. This is not all encompassing, but a compilation of resources to help get you started....
Happy Holidays 2020
Happy Holidays to All! We wish you all a very safe and cozy holiday. J-Sei senior nutrition home delivery and online programs will be closed from December 25th to January 3rd. We appreciate this time of renewal as we remember all that we are grateful for. J-Sei...
A Community Talk: What is the New Normal with COVID-19?
J-Sei Connect A Community Talk: What is the New Normal with COVID-19? Thursday, July 2nd, 3 pm What does re-opening look like in the Bay Area? What is the new normal with COVID-19 still looming? How and why does age effect these considerations? Join us for a...