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  • "The Dragon Tattoo" Lecture with Junii

    Aug 02, 2014

    FREE Bakuchi-uchi: Ippiki Ryu (The Dragon Tattoo) is a classic 1967 fictional yakuza film that delves into the world of Japanese tattoos in Osaka. Featured Perseverance artist Junii will lecture on the tattoos in the film, including the real tattoos worn by the actors. Clips from film to be presented along with lecture. Entire film will not be screened. RSVP early.

  • Dodgers Gallery Talk

    Jul 12, 2014

    FREE 11:30 A.M. & 1 P.M. Curators Mark Langill and Koji Steven Sakai will lead a family-friendly gallery tour through Dodgers: Brotherhood of the Game, giving the insider scoop about the exhibition and how it was put together. Mark Langill is the Dodgers Publications Editor & Team Historian. Koji Steven Sakai is the Programs Manager at the Japanese American National Museum. RSVP early, 30 participants max.

  • Dodgers Gallery Talk

    May 10, 2014

    FREE 11:30 A.M. & 1 P.M. Curators Mark Langill and Koji Steven Sakai will lead a family-friendly gallery tour through Dodgers: Brotherhood of the Game, giving the insider scoop about the exhibition and how it was put together. Mark Langill is the Dodgers Publications Editor & Team Historian. Koji Steven Sakai is the Programs Manager at the Japanese American National Museum. RSVP early, 30 participants max.

  • COMMUNITY BUILDERS: JAPANESE AMERICAN ACTIVISM 1960-1980. Part 3

    Apr 21, 2012

    FREE! The third program will discuss Asian American studies movement and the future of ethnic studies. This program will feature a conversation with Prof. Lloyd Inui, Prof. Tetsuden Kashima, and student from UCLA's Asian Pacific Islander Undergraduate Association. This program is generously sponsored by The Aratani CARE grant, Asian American Studies Center, UCLA.

  • Sushi Chef Institute Presents: Make Your Own Sushi!

    Oct 03, 2009

    A one-day sushi workshop so you can enjoy sushi at home including how to make sushi rice and basic rolls, plus a special tasting of your own creations! $40 members; $50 non-members, includes admission and supplies. For more information about the Sushi Chef Institute, go to: www.sushischool.net

  • Play with Clay Family Day

    Apr 24, 2004

    Express yourself using clay with a fun, creative activity for everyone. Kids of all ages will have an opportunity to explore the exhibition and be inspired to create their own sculptures. Quick drying clay will be used.

  • Members Reception in Washington, D.C.

    Sep 21, 2002

    The Nisei Legacy and the Promise of America Join the National Museum for an exciting weekend in our nation's capital. Events will include a Members' Reception celebrating the 10th Anniversary, programs and workshops.

  • CANCELLED: Shamisen Recital

    Feb 12, 2000

    Students of Lillian Nakano (Kineya Fukuju) will perform traditional nagauta shamisen, a Glenn Horiuchi contemporary shamisen composition, and a special presentation dance performance by Fujima Ryusei. Members $5, non-members $11 includes Museum admission.

  • Kiri-e Flower Arrangements

    Apr 26, 1997

    Craft Class Instructor: Ryoko Shibata Learn the art of kiri-e (paper cutting) techniques and make beautiful flower arrangements. Members $5, non-members $9 includes Museum admission. Reservations required by April 23.

  • Los Angeles Landscapes: Asian American Women in Film and Video

    Jan 16, 1997

    Three Asian America women film-makers explore Los Angeles in this unique presentation. Fatimah Tobing Rony is a visiting scholar and lecturer at the UCLA Asian American Studies Center. Her film is entitled, Concrete River tells the story of a woman’s search to find out about her murderess mother’s past. Hyun Mi Oh is a writer for film and television and has taught screenwriting at San Francisco State University...