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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
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’s 13th Annual Family Festival – Sunday, Sept 22
J-Sei's Family Festival Sunday, Sept 22, 2024 Take part in our annual event in honor of Keiro no Hi, Respect for the Aged Day. Invite your elders, family, and friends! Join Children of Topaz Stories & Art Don’t miss the Pre-Order Bento. Enjoy our festival from 12...
Old Leupp, former site of Native American Boarding School and Nikkei Isolation Center
Old Leupp - An Archaeology Collaboration to Study the Indian Boarding School and Citizen Isolation Center Monday, September 23rd, 12 to 1 pm A noon-time lecture at J-Sei A team of archaeologists of Diné and Nikkei members, Davina Two Bears, Jun Sunseri, and Koji...
Jizake Sake Tasting with Sasaki Shuzo from Miyagi at J-Sei
Jizake Sake presents: A Sake Tasting with Sasaki Shuzo and Dinner Pairing by Chef Yuji Ishikata Sunday, September 29th, 5:30 pm J-Sei, 1285 66th Street, Emeryville Join J-Sei and David Sakamoto from Jizake Quest for an enjoyable event featuring a curated sake pairing...
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...
Planting the Seeds: A Grassroots Approach to JA Community in the East Bay
Planting the Seeds: A Grassroots Approach to JA Community in the East Bay Friday, June 18, 6:30 pm A conversation with founders of the East Bay Japanese for Action and Eden Issei Housing - Robert Sakai, Dennis Yotsuya, and Dr. Reiko Homma True, with moderator Lauren...
J-Sei Reopening Protocol
J-Sei In Community We miss you! After more than a year of sheltering-in-place, J-Sei is in the process of creating phases and protocols for reopening J-Sei operations in Emeryville. The health and safety of the seniors, volunteers and staff are the top priority and...