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.

Queer Asian Spirit, film screening at SF Presidio

J-Sei is pleased to support the Queer Women of Color Film Festival Please check out the  exciting line-up of films to be screened on June 12, 13 & 14 at the Presidio Theater in San Francisco. We have been invited to be a community partner for the Closing Night:...

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...

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...

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.

Imagine Nikkei Village Cinema

Imagine Nikkei Village Cinema presents The Boy and the Heron Written and directed by Hayao Miyazaki, Studio Ghibli (2023), PG-13 Saturday, July 26, 4 to 7 pm J-Sei, 1285 66th Street, Emeryville Imagine a space to come to with family and friends. Watch a movie, join a...

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Japanese Movie Night – May 2025

Japanese Movie Night – May 2025

J-Sei At The Movies (on Zoom)Friday, May 9, 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 us on Friday, May 9, to watch and discuss the final film in Yamada Yōji's...

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Boro Inspired Collage with Sashiko – Spring 2025

Boro Inspired Collage with Sashiko Stitching Mondays, June 2 & 9, 10 to 12 - The class is full. Sign up for a future session In this two- day workshop we will create patchwork placemats or a table runner. You will be introduced to various methods to create the...

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