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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
Stop Anti-Asian Racism
Join us for a fun-filled evening of food, wine, brew, and live music by Bay Area R&B favorite Private Practice Band
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 Kathleen Wong at kathleen@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.
J-Sei Health & Wellness Mini Fair
J-Sei Health & Wellness Mini Fair - New Event! Saturday, October 12th, 10 am to 2 pm Join us for the first mini health fair at J-Sei for a blood pressure screening, kidney screening, low vision care, flu shot and COVID-19 vaccination. Get tips on navigating health...
Cactus Blossoms: Poetry In (and Beyond) Gila River
Cactus Blossoms: Poetry In (and Beyond) Gila River Saturday, October 19, 2 pm 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...
Japanese Movie Night
J-Sei at the MoviesFriday, December 13, 2:00 pm (hybrid) J-Sei Movie Night is starting its 8th year dedicated to the wonderful and fascinating world of Japanese cinema. Our movie program offers a fun way to learn about and discuss Japanese history and culture through...
J-Sei’s Virtual Asian Artisan Craft Faire 2021
Come shop online with us at our Asian Artisan Craft Faire 2021. J-Sei encourages creative artists in our midst to share their inspired designs for gift giving and to spread the joy. MEET OUR ARTISANS PatchworkChicken After learning a “patchwork” of crafts from her mom...
Job Postings for J-Sei Home
J-Sei Home Head Cook J-Sei Home seeks a Head Cook to prepare meals for the elderly with experience in Japanese cuisine, and familiarity with American, Western, Chinese and other Asian cuisines. Experience in working in a restaurant setting, menu planning, cooking for...
J-Sei Protocol Update
Dear J-Sei Community, In light of the rise in COVID-19 infections and concern for the rapid spread of new variants, we will require all people entering the J-Sei building to be fully vaccinated. Proof of a recent negative test will no longer be accepted for...