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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.
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 Kathleen Wong at kathleen@j-sei.org
Book Club
New! K-drama fan club & DVD lending
Stop Anti-Asian Racism
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.
J-Sei Home
J-Sei Home is a wonderful, Japanese assisted-living option in San Francisco Bay Area. The 14-bed licensed Residential-Care Facility for the Elderly (RCFE) provides care based on Nikkei traditions with an emphasis on Japanese and Asian meals, engaging activities and a warm, supportive environment. Caring staff aims to please and the newly renovated home provides a comfortable living environment.
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.
Day Trip to South San Francisco – Sekimachi at SFO and Tanforan Memorial
Day Trip to South San Francisco: “Kay Sekimachi Weaving Traditions” at SFO and Tanforan Memorial Thursday, May 16 Just across the bay, enjoy an outing to see great art in South San Francisco: “Kay Sekimachi: Weaving Traditions” at the SFO Museum, lunch and visit to...
Cactus Blossoms: Poetry In (and Beyond) Gila River
Cactus Blossoms: Poetry In (and Beyond) Gila River Saturday, May 18 Archeologist Koji Lau-Ozawa and poet Brynn Saito share their journey rediscovering Cactus Blossoms, an anthology of poetry written by high school students who were incarcerated at the Gila River camp...
The Volunteer, a short documentary on Vietnam Veteran Bruce Nakashima
The Volunteer, a short documentary on Vietnam veteran Bruce Nakashima Saturday, Jun 8, 2024, 2 pm Join us for the screening, reflections from filmmaker David Brodie, and a community conversation as we remember Bruce Nakashima and those who served during the Vietnam...
Flavors of Spring 2023
Flavors of Spring Friday, April 28th, 6 to 9 pm Berkeley City Club 2315 Durant Ave, Berkeley J-Sei's signature tasting eventfeaturing a new generation of local chefs who tell colorful dynamic storiesthrough their food and represent the finest in the Bay Area...
32nd Annual Crab Feed To Go
Join us for our 32nd Annual J-Sei Crab Feed Sunday, February 26, 2023 El Cerrito Community Center, 7007 Moesser Lane, El Cerrito Early Seating 4-5:30 pm; Late Seating 5:30-7 pm with live entertainment throughout. To-Go Pick-Up from 4-6 pm Fresh Dungeness Crab Asian...
J-Sei Holiday Schedule
J-Sei Holiday Schedule The J-Sei Nutrition and Programs will be closed for the holidays from December 24th to January 8th, We are so grateful for the countless hours and sacrifice the volunteers and staff have given to keep things moving. We appreciate this time to...
