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JANM’s Pavilion is closed for renovation and will reopen in late 2026. While the museum and store are closed, join us for programs and events on our Little Tokyo campus, throughout Southern California, and beyond. 

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  • "Common Ground" Exhibition Tour

    Oct 06, 2018

    Take a tour of JANM’s core exhibition with our knowledgeable docents. This is a great opportunity for first-time visitors, long-time museum members, and everyone in between. Included with museum admission.

  • "Common Ground" Exhibition Tour

    Aug 05, 2017

    Tour the ongoing exhibition Common Ground: The Heart of Community with JANM’s knowledgeable docents. Included with museum admission.

  • Taiko Jam Session with Hydaiko

    Jun 05, 2005

    A network of taiko drummers from several groups in Southern California host a jam session where participants have an opportunity to learn about the history of taiko in North America and gain hands-on experience with different instruments.

  • Make Your Own FUNiture

    Nov 13, 2004

    Inspired by George Nakashima's use of natural materials, kids of all ages will create miniature furniture models reusing wood, seed, and other items from nature. Drop in anytime throughout the afternoon and find out.

  • Make Your Own FUNiture

    Oct 09, 2004

    Inspired by George Nakashima's use of natural materials, kids of all ages will create miniature furniture models reusing wood, seed, and other items from nature. Drop in anytime throughout the afternoon and find out.

  • Jake Shimabukuro in Concert!

    Jan 10, 2004

    With his mastery of traditional ukelele, Jake takes ukelele playing to new realms crossing over into classical music, jazz, rock, blues, funk and of course, improvisation that comes naturally to the ukelele.

  • An American Diary

    Oct 08, 1999 - Jan 16, 2000

    Issei (first generation Japanese American) “picture bride” Toku Shimomura began a diary in 1912, the year of her immigration to the United States, and continued writing until her death in 1963. Her poignant observations, which chart her and her family’s experiences during the World War II incarceration in Puyallup, Washington and Minidoka, Idaho have inspired this series of paintings and prints created by her gran...

  • Tango No Sekku (Boy's Day) at the Museum

    May 04, 1997

    Family Activity Celebrate Tango No Sekku (Boys’ Day) at the Museum. Traditionally observed on May 5 in Japan, it predates Kodomo No Hi (Children’s Day). Learn about the meaning of Boys’ Day and some of its traditions. Make a paper kabuto (helmet worn by samurai) and your own koi (fish) and then join in on a taiko (drum) workshop. Children of all ages are invited. Free with Museum admission. Reservations are req...

  • Coffee Picking Basket Weaving

    Feb 22, 1997

    Kona Coffee Story Exhibition Series Demonstration and Workshop Featuring: Ed Kaneko Since 1898, the Japanese American family farm units characterized the Kona coffee industry. The independence, determination, sense of community and cooperation of these pioneering families continue to live on with the people of Kona. Ed Kaneko, Kona coffee grower, conducts a workshop on weaving a traditional wire-mesh coff...

  • Crossover

    Crossover takes you on a fast-breaking journey into the 70-year old phenomenon of the Japanese American basketball leagues. Established in the 1930s when opportunities to play competitive sports were limited, the leagues today are stronger than ever with over 20,000 players organized in a plethora of leagues composed of numerous organizations, divisions, teams, and tournaments. Now faced with a vastly different so...