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.

Hanafuda

Learn to play Hanafuda Mondays, 10 - 11:30 (to begin in August, date tbd)   Hanafuda, known as "flower cards” is a form of traditional Japanese playing cards. Hanafuda has a rich history dating back to the HEIAN ERA (794-1185). It has 48 cards divided into 12...

America’s Last Concentration Camp: Crystal City

"One Fighting Irishman" Film Screening Saturday, July 18, 1-4 pm - date changed Filmmaker Sharon Yamato will discuss her film on lawyer Wayne M. Collins and his defense of Japanese Americans at Tule Lake, as well as his representation of Japanese Latin Americans at...

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 the flurry of Kaitlyn Chen, and finesse of...

Book Club

New! K-drama fan club & DVD lending

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.

 

GIVE IN MAY for J-Sei

With the support of our team, we raised $210,620 from 490 donors! Not only did we achieve our goal, we doubled it!  Plus, we received the $5,000 prize for most dollars raised for the campaign as well as two $500 sprint week prizes, totalling $6,000. 

Our deepest gratitude goes to…

Our 8 matching donors: Thank you for setting us on the right footing by matching up to a total of $50,000, which was a great incentive to raise funds. We are grateful for the generosity of Susan, Scott and Mark Muranishi; June Masuyama and Harry Bergland; Arch Insurance Group; and 5 anonymous donors. 

Our 26 fundraisers: Our awesome team, consisting of J-Sei staff, Board of Directors, and community members, brought their A-game to this campaign. They shared their heartwarming stories with family, friends, and beyond, and received so much support in return.

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.

Our Team Leader: Nancy Otto has spearheaded the Give in May campaign for us from the beginning, for six years. We would not have a successful campaign without her coordination and guidance.

Our fabulous 490 Donors: Many, many thanks to all of you,  first-time and returning donors for your support and encouragement.  Your support helps us to continue the work and respond to the growing needs for care of our elders and the difference that social interaction makes as we build community at J-Sei.

Video by  Gray Keankaew. @keuankaewproduction

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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We Welcome Two New J-Sei Board Members

Matthew Fujikawa Matthew Fujikawa is the newest member of the J-Sei Board, and he is looking forward to helping continue the mission of the organization and seeking ways to expand and enrich our services. He is a long time member of Sycamore Church, a past participant...

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