Friday, November 16: 7 p.m.–9 p.m.

Saturday, November 17: 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

“Okaeri” is a common greeting in Japanese meaning “Welcome home!” All are welcome to attend the third biennial Okaeri conference to build acceptance, support, healing, and connections for LGBTQ Nikkei, as well as to help undo the continuing homophobia and transphobia that members of the Nikkei LGBTQ community experience. Although the conference will focus on Nikkei LGBTQ people, everyone is invited to attend.

$35 general admission, $20 students/seniors. Scholarships available. JANM members receive a 20% discount (please bring your current membership card when checking in at the event). For more info: okaeri-losangeles.org.

Read a 2014 interview with Okaeri lead organizer Marsha Aizumi on Discover Nikkei.