J-Sei helps older adults flourish by
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
Sunday, March 29th
Tickets available until 3/22/26.
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.
Connecting Across Generations: Conversations in Career Exploration
Connecting Across Generations: Conversations in Career Exploration Saturday, February 7th @ 3 pm Jodo Shinshu Center, 2140 Durant Ave, Berkeley Community members and students at all stages of their career and life are invited to share where they are on their career...
J-Sei’s Artisan Faire 2025
J-Sei Artisan Faire December 7, 2025, 11 am to 4 pm J-Sei, 1285 66th Street, Emeryville 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...
Improve Your Qi – Try Qi Gong
Improve Your Qi - Try Qi Gong at J-Sei Mondays, 10 - 11 am Try a new practice and get grounded by learning Qi Gong. Improve your overall health, reduce stress and practice movement. Breathe easy, meditate, and improve the flow of Qi - life energy. Lois Brady is a...
Summer Sunday Fun-Day
Outdoor Volunteer Fair J-Sei’s Summer Sunday Fun-Day Sunday, July 16 - 11:30 am to 3 pm Join us to enjoy a taste of summer fun at J-Sei as we thank all who are part of the wheels that keep us going - a flurry of volunteers. Bring your family and friends, order special...
J-Sei Congegate Dining Re-Opens
J-Sei Nutrition Program Update We are thrilled to announce that after 3 long years, we have reopened our onsite dining. We welcome you back to enjoy a delicious and nutritious lunch in a congregate setting. Much has changed since we last served meals onsite so to...
COVID 19 Policy Update
J-Sei COVID-19 Policy updated on February 13, 2023 For all J-Sei participants, visitors and volunteers: We no longer require proof of vaccination and booster. We support being cautious and strongly recommend that you wear a mask. Free N95 masks are available onsite....