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
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.
Connecting Across Generations: Bringing the Japanese American community together
Connecting Across Generations: Bringing the Japanese American community together through conversations & food. Saturday, September 7 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm J-Sei 1285 66th St, Emeryville, CA We will enjoy food together and have the opportunity to meet others...
Taste of Mokuhanga – Japanese Woodblock Intro Workshop
Fall 2024 Workshop Taste of Mokuhanga: Japanese Woodblock Intro Workshop Friday, Sept 20th — 1 to 4 pm [New date] Join us for a 3-hour introductory Japanese Woodblock Print workshop. Participants will be introduced to the art of Japanese woodblock printing called...
Japanese Movie Night – Sept 2024
J-Sei At The Movies (on Zoom)Friday, Sept 13, 6:30 pm J-Sei Movie Night is in its 7th year dedicated to the wonderful and fascinating world of Japanese cinema, as well as Japanese American and AAPI films too! Join us for our next Japanese Movie watch to be held on...
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...
Stop Anti-Asian Racism
Resources to Counter Anti-Asian Racism With the increase in violence targeting Asian Americans, we appreciate the resources that community leaders, API organizations, and concerned citizens are offering. Here are just a few that we find helpful as we face forward,...