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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.
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...
Healthy Aging: Understand Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Healthy Aging: Understand Alzheimer's and Dementia Thursday, May 14, 2026, 2 pm Alzheimer's disease is not a normal part of aging. Join us to learn about the impact of Alzheimer's; the difference between Alzheimer's and dementia; stages and risk factors; current...
Sashiko Project Workshop with Carolyn
Sashiko Project Workshop with Carolyn Mondays, May 4, 11, 18, from 1-3:30 pm Learn how to draft a Sashiko design, transfer the design to your fabric, and stitch your design. Choose your own project such as a Portable Chopstick Case, Japanese Coin Purse or Japanese...
Flavors of Spring 2024
2024 Flavors of SpringA Tasting Event Friday, March 29, 2024 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Bloc15, 252 2nd St, Oakland Join us for our 8th Annual Flavors of Spring, J-Sei's signature food tasting event to be held on Friday, March 29, 2024. With delicious samplings by...
33rd Annual Crab Feed
J-Sei’s 33rd annual crab feed – Ticket sales are now closed! We invite you and your family to join us in an updated format. In an effort to build community gathering and in light of restrictions at the El Cerrito Community Center, J-Sei is moving our event to a new...
J-Sei’s Artisan Faire 2023
J-Sei Artisan Faire December 3, 2023, 11 am to 4 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. We feature handcrafted gifts, ceramics, jewelry,...