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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
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.
A Place for What We Lose, a book conversation with author Tamiko Nimura
A Place for What We Lose, a memoir by Tamiko Nimura Saturday, October 10, 2 pm Join us for a conversation with historian/writer Tamiko Nimura as she shares "A Place for What We Lose, a daughter's return to Tule Lake". A deeply affecting memoir of reckoning with a...
The 100th Seeds of Aloha, a new film by Steve Sue
The 100th Seeds of Aloha A special test screening, with live music, and Q&A wirh producer/director Steve Sue Sunday, November 15, 1 pm Be among the first to experience THE 100TH: Seeds of Aloha, a feature-length documentary honoring Hawaiʻi’s legendary 100th...
Sunday Funday with a screening of “Meals That Made Us”
Pre-order closes at 12 noon on 8/14. Walk-ups available at event. Or try tasty bites from the Pop-Up Vendors. See you on Sunday!Sunday Funday Sunday, August 16th 12 to 4 pm Enjoy time outdoors for food, music, and fun with our multigenerational community. FOOD...
J-Sei’s 35th Annual Crab Feed
J-Sei's 35th Annual Crab Feed Sunday, February 1, 2026Fratellanza Club, 1140 66th Street, Oakland(1 block east of J-Sei with on-site parking) Live band, no host bar, and raffle drawing : 5:00 to 6:00 pmDoors to dining room and seating open : 6:00 pmDinner : 6:00 to...
J-Sei Podcast: Hibiku Kotoba
Hibiku Kotoba, a new podcast series Hibiku Kotoba is a brand new podcast series we are launching this Fall! With a new podcast we hope to outreach through a new medium to an ever growing community. When translated, Hibiku Kotoba means “resonating words” and we hope...
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...