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University of S.F. Renames Phelan Hall in Honor of Burl A. Toler
An unveiling ceremony marked the transition from Phelan Hall to Toler Hall. (USF Diversity) SAN FRANCISCO – In a year when the removal of...

Rafu Shimpo
Sep 21, 20175 min read


Big Steps for Little Friends 5K Run/Walk
SAN FRANCISCO — Nihonmachi Little Friends (NLF) will hold its fourth “Big Steps for Little Friends 5K Run/Walk” on Sunday, Oct. 22, at...

Rafu Shimpo
Sep 19, 20172 min read


Comfort Women Monument to Be Dedicated in S.F.
Detail of the comfort women monument that will be erected in San Francisco’s Chinatown. SAN FRANCISCO — The unveiling of a “comfort...

Rafu Shimpo
Sep 14, 20174 min read


Japantown Foundation Mourns Passing of Bob Hamaguchi
Bob Hamaguchi SAN FRANCISCO — The San Francisco Japantown Foundation issued the following statement on Sept. 8: “We mourn the loss of Bob...

Rafu Shimpo
Sep 10, 20172 min read


Kimochi’s Car Show in San Mateo This Saturday
The show will feature cars of all makes and models up to 1976, from classics to street rods to muscle cars and trucks. Awards will be...

Rafu Shimpo
Sep 6, 20171 min read


JCCCNC to Present Okamoto Award at ‘Tabemasho 2017’
Co-emcee John Sasaki, honoree Misako Sack, co-emcee Jan Yanehiro SAN FRANCISCO — The Japanese Cultural and Community Center of Northern...

Rafu Shimpo
Sep 5, 20174 min read


‘Rashomon’ Closes Sept. 17
Christine Jamlig and Ogie Zulueta star in Ubuntu Theater Project’s world premiere of Philip Kan Gotanda’s “Rashomon.” (Photo by Simone...

Rafu Shimpo
Sep 4, 20172 min read


Midori Kai’s 17th Annual Boutique and Craft Show
Ukulele prodigy Jake Shimada will perform. MOUNTAIN VIEW — Midori Kai Inc., a nonprofit professional businesswomen’s organization, will...

Rafu Shimpo
Aug 29, 20172 min read


MIS Historic Learning Center to Close Saturday Due to Rallies
The MIS Historic Learning Center is located at Crissy Field, Presidio of San Francisco. (Photo by Kahn Yamada) SAN FRANCISCO — The...

Rafu Shimpo
Aug 24, 20173 min read


OBITUARY: Chiyo Nao Wada
SAN FRANCISCO — Chiyo Nao Wada passed away on July 21 in San Francisco at the age of 98. Chiyo Nao Wada Born on June 2, 1919 in San...

Rafu Shimpo
Aug 24, 20172 min read


JAMjs to Celebrate 30th Anniversary
SAN JOSE — The Japanese American Museum of San Jose will celebrate its 30th anniversary on Sunday, Sept. 24, at 12 p.m. at Hayes Mansion,...

Rafu Shimpo
Aug 22, 20172 min read


‘Origami Art’ Book-Signing at Paper Tree
Laser physicist and origami artist Robert Lang, who is featured in the book and also wrote the foreword, will be signing along with...

Rafu Shimpo
Aug 18, 20171 min read


‘Omusubi and Other Queer Gohan: Japanese Americans, Sexuality, and Activism’
Amy Sueyoshi (atop the car, left) and Tina Takemoto in the San Francisco Pride Parade on June 26. (Photo by Rita Takahashi) SAN FRANCISCO...

Rafu Shimpo
Aug 17, 20172 min read


75th Anniversary of E.O. 9066 in the Spotlight at Ninth Circuit Judicial Conference
SAN FRANCISCO — Minami Tamaki LLP Partner Dale Minami joined Judge Marilyn Hall Patel (Northern District of California), Judge Mary...

Rafu Shimpo
Aug 16, 20173 min read


Kristi Yamaguchi’s Golden Moment on Sept. 3 in San Jose
To celebrate her 25th anniversary of capturing gold in the 1992 Winter Olympics, Yamaguchi and friends will create a golden moment on ice...

Rafu Shimpo
Aug 15, 20171 min read


SACBC’s Obon Festival on Saturday
Food sales from 5 to 6 p.m.; Bon Odori at 7 p.m. The festival will include Japanese food and performances by San Jose’s Chidori Band and...

Rafu Shimpo
Aug 8, 20171 min read


Bon Odori at San Mateo Buddhist Temple
SAN MATEO — San Mateo Buddhist Temple, 2 S. Claremont St. in San Mateo, will hold its annual Bon Odori on Saturday, Aug. 12, at 7 p.m....

Rafu Shimpo
Aug 8, 20171 min read


Diablo JA Club’s 2017 Summer Festival
Come enjoy the wonderful selection of food items (sushi, chicken teriyaki, beef skewers, tempura, udon, shaved ice and lots more)....

Rafu Shimpo
Aug 7, 20171 min read


Sacramento’s Largest Japanese Cultural and Food Bazaar Celebrates Its 71st Year
Enjoy delicious, Japanese dishes, prepared right before your eyes. There will be everything from fresh fish-topped sushi, to succulent...

Rafu Shimpo
Aug 7, 20172 min read


For the Community, Embracing All Communities
In a city that prides itself on street fairs, the Nihonmachi Street Fair seeks to celebrate more than its Japanese American roots; it...

Rafu Shimpo
Aug 3, 20172 min read
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