J-Sei helps older adults flourish by

Providing over 25 ongoing wellness classes

Offering over 40 cultural and educational community-wide events

Delivering over 37,000 hot Japanese meals

Guiding over 120 families with social workers who coordinate care and services

Engaging over 40 seniors with friendly visitors and friendly callers volunteers

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.

America’s Last Concentration Camp: Crystal City

America's Last Concentration Camp: Crystal City Exhibit Dates: May 20 - July 22, 2026 J-Sei Gallery, 1285 66th Street, Emeryville Gallery Hours: M Tu Th Fr 2-5 pm, or by appointment: 510-654-4000 About the Exhibit The Crystal City Pilgrimage Committee will premiere...

We Must Begin By Telling The Truth

“We Must Begin By Telling The Truth” - Honoring the Resistance of Tule Lake Saturday, May 16 1-3pm J-Sei, 1285 66th St, Emeryville, CA 94608 In commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the closing of Tule Lake Segregation Center, join Tule Lake Committee CFO Barbara...

Sansei Musings, a conversation with Naomi and Karen

Sansei Musings A conversation with writers Naomi Hirahara and Karen Tei Yamashita Friday, June 19, 5 pm Discovery and creative imaginings fill the pages of the historic fiction works by Naomi Hirahara and Karen Tei Yamashita. With new works to share, they will join in...

Japanese Heritage Night with the Valkyries

Interested in joining us for Japanese Heritage Night with the Valkyries! Friday, September 18, 2026 at 7 pm Valkyries vs Portland Fire Chase Center Cheer on Natalie Nakase, the first Japanese American coach in the WNBA. See Kokoro Tanaka, a Japanese player recruited...

Circling Back: A Retrospective of Artwork by Ruth Yoshiko Okimoto

Circling Back: A Retrospective of Artwork by Ruth Yoshiko Okimoto Opening Program: Saturday, March 14, 2026, 1 pm, gallery opens at noon. J-Sei, 1285 66th St, Emeryville Exhibit Dates: February 1 - May 15, 2026 Gallery Hours: M Tu Th Fr 2-5 pm, or by appointment:...

Book Club

New! K-drama fan club & DVD lending

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.

 

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GIVE IN MAY for J-Sei

Right now, older adults in our community are counting on us.

With your help, they can continue to receive nourishing meals, meaningful connection, and the care they deserve.

When you give to J-Sei this May, your impact is doubled. Every dollar you contribute will be matched – up to $50,000 – thanks to the generosity of Susan, Scott and Mark Muranishi; June Masuyama and Harry Bergland; Arch Insurance Group; and 5 anonymous donors. There has never been a more powerful moment to give.

We are thrilled to introduce our enthusiastic Give in May team. You can support their efforts and find out why J-Sei matters in their lives.  

Arlene Swinderman, Binh Liang, Cole Yoshida, Diane Wong, Flora Ninomiya, Grant Din, Hannah Tang, Jaime Fukumae, Jane Tanamachi, Jill Shiraki, Kevin Toyama, Kris Mizutani, Ky Lam, Linda Okahara, Michael Goldrich, Mikako Amini, Mitch Muramoto, Miyuki Iwata, Naomi Yamada, Ruth Ichinaga, Sunnie Youk, Suzie Price, Tara Kawata, Tiffany Nguyen, Victor Uno, & Yuji Ishikata.

The need is real — and it is growing. Too many seniors face isolation, food insecurity, and the quiet challenges of aging alone. But together, we are changing that.

This is our moment to show up for one another. 

Please don’t wait. Make your gift today — and double your impact. Click on the button below to connect to GIVE IN MAY and offer your support.

Flavors of Spring 2026

Many thanks to our supporters!

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.

J-Sei Family Festival – Save the date

J-Sei Family Festival – Save the date

J-Sei Family Festival - Save the Date! Sunday, September 28, 12 to 3 pm From the beat of the taiko to the intergenerational singers and hip-hop dancers, we celebrate the J-Sei Family Festival each year.  Enjoy an array of festival foods, music, activities, and...

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J-Sei’s 14th Annual Family Festival – Sunday, Sept 28

J-Sei’s 14th Annual Family Festival – Sunday, Sept 28

J-Sei's Family Festival Sunday, Sept 28, 2025  Take part in our annual event in honor of Keiro no Hi, Respect for the Aged Day. Bring an elder. Enjoy time with family & friends. Celebrate in community. Festival parking at Fratellanza Club, 1149 66th St (1/2 block...

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How to Stay Healthy, a talk with Dr. Fumi Suzuki

How to Stay Healthy, a talk with Dr. Fumi Suzuki Thursday, August 14, 1-2:30 pm As we age, we feel the aches and pains more often. Our energy ebbs and flows. How do we stay healthy and active? How do we care for loved ones as they age? What should we pay attention to?...

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J-Sei’s Asian Artisan Craft Fair

J-Sei’s Asian Artisan Craft Fair

Click here for downloadable flyer Join us for an afternoon of shopping and holiday cheer at our Asian Artisan Winter Craft Fair. J-Sei cultivates hidden artists in our midst and connects with many talented handicraft artisans. It’s our delight to share their original...

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Letter from Ned Isokawa, Outgoing Board President

Letter from Ned Isokawa, Outgoing Board President

Dear J-Sei Community, Community support is the lifeblood of any service organization like J-Sei. That support comes in many forms – volunteers and financial to name but a few. And what that support enables is the ability and confidence to expand existing capabilities...

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Greetings from New Board Member Pam Honda

I would like to thank the J-Sei board for giving me this opportunity to work with them and for such a meaningful organization.  I worked for forty years in healthcare. First as a medical technologist, as an application programmer for health information systems and...

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