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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.
The Japanese Way of Parenting, a book talk with Lisa Katayama
The Japanese Way of Parenting, a book talk with Lisa Katayama Saturday, May 2, 4 pm Join us for an engaging conversation with Lisa Katayama on her new book, The Japanese Way of Parenting. For this special book debut, Lisa will chat with book editor Kevin Toyama and...
Temporary Detention and The Mis-Adventures of A Former Nisei Week Queen
Temporary Detention and The Mis-Adventures of A Former Nisei Week Queen A film and conversation with collaborators, Brian Niiya, Evan Kodani and Sharon Yamato Saturday, May 9, 2 pm Hear from historian Brian Niiya to learn more about the temporary detention centers,...
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...
Welcoming J-Sei’s New Executive Director: Ky Lam
Welcoming J-Sei’s New Executive Director: Ky Lam Following an extensive national search, the J-Sei Board of Directors is thrilled to announce the appointment of Ky Lam as our next Executive Director. This decision follows a rigorous and inclusive search process...
J-Sei’s Spring 2025 Newsletter
J-Sei Spring 2025 newsletter is out now. Our quarterly print and digital newsletter not only provides information on current and upcoming classes, programs, and events, but also gives you updates that range from general J-Sei news, staff and board of director...
J-Sei’s Artisan Faire 2024
J-Sei Artisan Faire December 8, 2024, 11 am to 3 pm In-person - One day only! Come shop with us! J-Sei encourages creative artists in our midst to share their inspired designs for gift giving and to spread the joy. Meet our artists and artisans and do some...