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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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  • Discovering Your Japanese American Roots

    Apr 11, 2015

    Additional spaces added! In this popular workshop led by genealogy buff Chester Hashizume, participants identify their ancestral Japanese hometowns, uncover the meanings behind family crests and surnames, and more. $44 members, $55 non-members. Supplies and admission to Common Ground: The Heart of Community included. Limited to 20 participants.

  • James Jean Artist Talk

    Dec 11, 2009

    Come for an intimate conversation with artist James Jean and Giant Robot publisher Eric Nakamura. The talk will cover various aspects of the artist’s career and associations with the pop culture magazine.

  • Hand Transfer Workshop

    Dec 05, 2009

    Come meet the artist Albert Reyes and learn about the various drawing techniques that he uses in creating his drawings. And then create your own work of art in this hands-on workshop.

  • Craft Class with Ryosen Shibata: Sumi-e Sparrows (Suzume)

    Apr 22, 2006

    Design birds in flight with the art of sumi-e. $8 for National Museum members and $13 for non-members, includes supplies and Museum admission. Reservations are recommended.

  • Boys' Day Activities

    Apr 16, 2005

    In advance of Tango No Sekku or Boys' Day in Japan, learn about the Children's Day Festival and create your own Koi Nobori (carp streamer).

  • Craft Class with Ryosen Shibata: Dove and Tree Origami

    Sep 11, 2004

    Create images of peace. Class fees are $5 for National Museum members and $11 for non-members, includes Museum admission and supplies. Reservations are recommended.

  • Craft Class with Ryoko Shibata: Sumi-e

    Jun 09, 2001

    Participants will learn the art of sumi-e (ink brush painting) flowers. Members $5, non-members $11, includes National Museum admission and supplies

  • Craft Class with Ryoko Shibata: Pop-Up Card Making

    May 26, 2001

    Learn the art of making three-dimensional cards that pop-up when opened. Members $5, non-members $11, includes National Museum admission and supplies.

  • Big Drum: Taiko in the United States - Media

    Videos BIG DRUM: Taiko in the United States features America’s taiko pioneers and documents, through interviews and rare film and video footage, the ongoing transformation of this dynamic performing art. Produced by Akira Boch, Sojin Kim, Masaki Miyagawa, Ann Kaneko 25 minutes Watch more videos produced for the exhibition. WATCH NOW Photo Gallery Historical and contemporary photographs that ...

  • SCHEDULE—2026 Little Tokyo Workshop

    Scheduling information for the 2026 “Little Tokyo: How History Shapes a Community Across Generations,” a place-based workshop for teachers.