Join us for a busy week: Paper Lanterns, Day of Remembrance vigil, and API Council Town Hall. Support local Boy Scouts, or join our Haru no Shodo and Master Crafts workshops. Tons more here! ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏
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This week is brimming with opportunities to connect, create, and reflect together. We are featuring the “Paper Lanterns” film screening, the Interfaith Movement for Human Integrity’s Day of Remembrance Interfaith Vigil, and the API Council Congressional Town Hall, alongside creative opportunities like the Japantown Cultural District’s Haru no Shodo (Spring Calligraphy) workshop. You can also support local leadership at the New Community Leadership Foundation’s Vision Award Fundraiser, pick up your chicken bento from the Buddhist Church of San Francisco, grab some delicious curry for a cause through Konko Church and Boy Scout Troop 58, or explore professional growth with the DreamSF Fellowship. Whether you are joining us in person or tuning into a virtual talk about Japanese Master Crafts with the Japan Society of Northern California, there is a place for everyone to connect and contribute.

今週は、共に繋がり、創造し、そして想いを馳せる機会に満ちあふれています。
映画『灯籠(Paper Lanterns)』の上映会や、インターフェイス・ムーブメント・フォー・ヒューマン・インテグリティ主催の「追憶の日・合同宗教祈念祭」、そしてAPIカウンシルによる「連邦議会タウンホール・ミーティング」をはじめ、日本町文化地区(Japantown Cultural District)による「春の書道(Haru no Shodo)」といったクリエイティブなワークショップを開催いたします。
また、ニュー・コミュニティ・リーダーシップ財団の「ビジョン・アワード資金調達祝賀会」を通じた地域リーダーへの支援、サンフランシスコ仏教会(BCSF)のチキン弁当の受け取り、金光教会とボーイスカウト第58団によるチャリティ・カレー販売、さらにはDreamSFフェローシップといったキャリア成長の機会も充実しています。
対面での参加でも、北カリフォルニア日本協会による「日本の伝統工芸(Master Crafts)」についてのオンライン講演でも、誰もが繋がり、貢献できる場が用意されています。

 

Japantown Cultural District Announcements!
ジャパンタウン文化地区からのお知らせ!

White background with three photos at the top of the flyer, to the left is Berry Frechette (Director), a scene from "Paper Lanterns" of Obama hugging Shigeaki Mori, and Nobuko Saito Cleary (Producer).

2/25—**Wednesday** FREE “Paper Lanterns” Film Screening and Q&A
Join us for a screening of the powerful documentary "Paper Lanterns" at the San Francisco Main Library. Follow the story of Shigeaki Mori, a hibakusha (A-bomb survivor), as he tracks down the identities of the 12 American prisoners of war who were in Hiroshima at the time of the bombing. Details here.

2月25日(水) 映画『灯籠(Paper Lanterns)』無料上映会&Q&A
サンフランシスコ公立中央図書館にて、感動のドキュメンタリー映画『灯籠流し(Paper Lanterns)』の上映会を開催します。被爆者である森重昭氏が、広島で被爆した12名のアメリカ人捕虜の身元を熱心に探し求めた軌跡を追う物語です。詳細はこちらから。

 
Title: Haru no Shodo, 2026 Spring Calligraphy Workshop with an image of the calligraphy students will be learning how to write.  There is a graphic of a calligraphy brush to the right and the event details are at the bottom.

3/1—**Sunday** Haru no Shodo: Spring Japanese Calligraphy Workshop 2026
Join us in person for Haru no Shodo, a creative calligraphy workshop celebrating the fresh spirit of spring. Perfect for beginners and returning learners alike, this relaxed session is a great way to explore traditional Japanese writing in a friendly setting. Instructed by Junko Shikata. Bring your enthusiasm and let your creativity flow! $25 per ticket includes all materials and service fees. Please reserve your spot here.

3/1(日)春の書道|Spring Japanese Calligraphy Workshop 2026
春の訪れを感じながら、対面で楽しむ書道ワークショップ「春の書道」を開催します。初心者の方も経験者の方も大歓迎!リラックスした雰囲気の中で、日本の伝統的な書を気軽に体験していただけます。ぜひお気軽にご参加ください。

参加費:お一人様 $25(材料費・サービス料込み)

お申し込みはこちらから

 
Two posters side-by-side in different languages (left English, right in Cantonese). Pink background with an image of the silhouette of San Francisco at the top.  Three photos of Sen. Scott Wiener, Sup. Connie Chan, and Saikat Chakrabarti.

4/2—**Thursday** API Council Congressional Town Hall, RSVP DEADLINE: 3/4
Come and let your voice be heard and submit your own questions for the candidates.
Location: Hilton in Chinatown (750 Kearny)
RSVP here. (For individuals and groups).

4月2日(木) APIカウンシル主催:連邦議会タウンホール・ミーティング(RSVP締切:3月4日)
皆様の声を聞かせてください。候補者への質問も受け付けています。
会場: ヒルトン・サンフランシスコ・チャイナタウン(750 Kearny St)
お申し込み(RSVP)は[こちら]から。(個人、またはグループでのご参加)

 

THIS WEEK! 今週のイベント!

Background with the texture of paper, titled "Interfaith Movement for Human Integrity, Day of Remembrance Interfaith Vigil 2026".  There is a calligraphy circle in the center around the theme "Sacred Protection".

2/25—**Wednesday** Day of Remembrance Interfaith Vigil 2026
This Wednesday, join the Interfaith Movement for Human Integrity for the Day of Remembrance Interfaith Vigil. Stand in solidarity through prayer, singing, and testimonies. Details here.

2月25日(水) 2026年 追憶の日・合同宗教祈念祭(Interfaith Vigil)
今週の水曜日、インターフェイス・ムーブメント・フォー・ヒューマン・インテグリティ(Interfaith Movement for Human Integrity)主催の「追憶の日・合同宗教祈念祭」にぜひご参加ください。祈り、歌、そして体験談(テスティモニー)を通じて、連帯の意を表しましょう。詳細はこちら。

 
Purple gradient background with a gold title in the center saying "Honoring San Francisco Heroes".

2/26—**Thursday** New Community Leadership Foundation’s Annual Vision Award Fundraiser
The New Community Leadership Foundation invites you to the second annual Vision Award Fundraising Celebration, honoring the heroes of San Francisco building equity, creating opportunities, and transforming communities. Details and tickets here.

2月26日(木) ニュー・コミュニティ・リーダーシップ財団(NCLF)年次ビジョン・アワード資金調達祝賀会
ニュー・コミュニティ・リーダーシップ財団は、第2回ビジョン・アワード資金調達祝賀会を開催いたします。本会では、サンフランシスコにおいて公平性を築き、機会を創出し、地域社会に変革をもたらしているヒーローたちを称えます。詳細はこちらから。

 
Yellow background with the title "BCSF Chicken Bento Fundraiser", a photo of a delicious and juicy piece of chicken over a slaw salad and white rice in a white box.

2/28—**Saturday, 11 am-3:30 pm** Buddhist Church of San Francisco Chicken Bento Fundriaser Pick-Up
This Saturday, stop by the Buddhist Church of San Francisco to pick up your chicken bento. The church’s website here.

2月28日(土)午前11時〜午後3時30分 サンフランシスコ仏教会(BCSF)チキン弁当募金 受取日
今週の土曜日は、サンフランシスコ仏教会にてチキン弁当の受け取り日です。お立ち寄りをお忘れなく!教会のウェブサイトはこちらから。

 
White background with the title "Boy Scout Troop 58, Chicken Curry Fundraiser and Bake Sale!" Underneath is a picture of delicious Japanese curry with rice and red pickles.

3/1—**Sunday, ORDER DEADLINE** Boy Scout Troop 58, Chicken Curry Fundraiser & Bake Sale!
This Sunday is the order deadline for Boy Scout Troop 58’s chicken curry fundraiser and bake sale! Get your orders in today for some delicious curry, knowing that your donation will fund troop activities in Kyoto. Order here.

3月1日(日) 【注文締切】 ボーイスカウト第58団 チキンカレー募金&ベイクセール
今週の日曜日は、ボーイスカウト第58団のチキンカレー募金とベイクセールの注文締切日です!京都でのスカウト活動を支援するこの美味しいカレー、ぜひ今日中にご注文ください。お申し込みはこちらから。

 

OTHER EVENTS THIS WEEK!
今週のその他のイベント!

  • Thur, 2/19, 9 am-Sun, 3/22, 8 pm: The Guy She Was Interested In Wasn’t a Guy at All - Worldwide POP-UP @ Kinokuniya

  • Wed, 2/25, 11 am-12:30 pm: Day of Remembrance Vigil 2026 @ ICE Field Office [Interfaith Movement for Human Integrity]

  • Wed, 2/25, 5-7 pm: Young Professionals Group (YPG) Happy Hour 2026 @ Southside Spirit House, 575 Howard St [Japan Society of Northern California]

  • Wed, 2/25, 5:30-7:30 pm: Film Screening of “Paper Lanterns” @ Main Library [SF-Osaka Sister City Association]

  • Wed, 2/25, 5-7 pm: Young Professionals Group (YPG) Happy Hour 2026 @ Southside Spirit House [Japan Society of Northern California]

  • Thurs, 2/26, 6-8 pm: New Community Leadership Foundation’s Annual Vision Award Fundraiser @ KOHO

  • Fri, 2/27, 5-10 pm: Sunset Night Market @ Irving Street, from 20th to 25th Avenues

  • Fri, 2/27, 10:30 am-Sun, 3/8,7:30 pm: JOJOCARAVAN @ Kinokuniya

  • Sat, 2/28, 11 am-1 pm: Spring Wagashi Sweets Virtual Cooking Workshop @ JCCCNC

  • Sat, 2/28, 11 am-3:30 pm: Buddhist Church of San Francisco Chicken Bento Fundraiser Pick-Up @ Buddhist Church of San Francisco Gym

  • Sat, 2/28, 4 pm: Lunar New Year Celebration @ Hotel Kabuki 

  • Sun, 3/1, 11 am-2 pm: Girls Day Photo Session @ Sokoji 

  • Sun, 3/1, 1:30 pm & 3 pm: Haru no Shodo (Spring Calligraphy) Workshop @ Japantown Cultural District Visitor Center

  • Sun, 3/1: Boy Scout Troop 58 Curry Takeout Fundraiser ORDER DEADLINE

 

NEXT WEEK! 来週のイベント!

Two images of traditional Japanese pottery on a plain woven background with the title "Master Crafts, Traditional & Contemporary".

3/3—**Tuesday** Master Crafts Traditional & Contemporary
Curious about traditional Japanese crafts like ceramics, indigo dyeing, and metalwork? Join the Japan Society of Northern California for its virtual program and learn about the rigorous training and unwavering commitment it takes to become a craft master. Register here.

3月3日(火) マスター・クラフト:伝統と現代
陶芸、藍染め、金工といった日本の伝統工芸にご興味はありますか?北カリフォルニア日本協会(Japan Society of Northern California)が主催するオンライン・プログラムにぜひご参加ください。工芸の師匠(マスター)になるために必要な、厳しい修行と揺るぎない献身の道のりについて学ぶことができます。お申し込みはこちらから。

 

COMMUNITY CORNER!
コミュニティコーナー!

Blue colorful background with a group of people dressed professionally pictured standing on the city hall steps. The words "Apply now!" and "DreamSF Fellowship" on front.

**Applications OPEN** DreamSF Fellowship
The City & County of San Francisco’s DreamSF Fellowship is now accepting applications for the 2026–2027 cohort! The first info session will be held on February 23, from 5–6 pm. Visit dreamsffellows.org for more information. 

Virtual informational sessions:
- Mon, 2/23, 5-6 pm
- Wed, 3/11, 5-6 pm
- Thurs, 3/26, 12 N-1 pm

【募集中】DreamSF フェローシップ
サンフランシスコ市郡政府による「DreamSF フェローシップ」では、現在2026-2027年度のフェローを募集しています!第1回説明会は2月23日の午後5時〜6時に開催されます。詳細は dreamsffellows.org をご確認ください。

オンライン説明会スケジュール:
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2月23日(月) 午後5時〜6時
- 3月11日(水) 午後5時〜6時
- 3月26日(木) 正午12時〜午後1時

 

UPCOMING JTF MEETINGS
今後のJTF会議予定

JTF Meetings are free, open to the public. Check the JTF website for meeting agendas. All meetings are hosted via Zoom unless otherwise noted.

今後のジャパンタウンタスクフォース会議(無料、一般公開)。会議の議題については、JTFのウェブサイトをご確認ください. 特に記載がない場合、会議はすべてZoomで行われます。

February

  • 6-8 pm, Wed, 2/18, Full Board of Directors

  • 5:30-6:30 pm, Mon, 2/23, Japan Center Malls Technical Committee

  • 12N-1 pm, Tues, 2/24, Osaka Way Committee

  • 5-6 pm,Tues, 2/24, Peace Plaza Committee

 

SAVE THE DATES FOR THESE UPCOMING EVENTS:
下記のイベントにもぜひご参加ください:

  • Thur, 2/19, 9 am-Sun, 3/22, 8 pm: The Guy She Was Interested In Wasn’t a Guy at All - Worldwide POP-UP @ Kinokuniya

  • Wed, 2/25, 11 am-12:30 pm: Day of Remembrance Vigil 2026 @ ICE Field Office [Interfaith Movement for Human Integrity]

  • Wed, 2/25, 5-7 pm: Young Professionals Group (YPG) Happy Hour 2026 @ Southside Spirit House, 575 Howard St [Japan Society of Northern California]

  • Wed, 2/25, 5:30-7:30 pm: Film Screening of “Paper Lanterns” @ Main Library [SF-Osaka Sister City Association]

  • Wed, 2/25, 5-7 pm: Young Professionals Group (YPG) Happy Hour 2026 @ Southside Spirit House [Japan Society of Northern California]

  • Thurs, 2/26, 6-8 pm: New Community Leadership Foundation’s Annual Vision Award Fundraiser @ KOHO

  • Fri, 2/27, 5-10 pm: Sunset Night Market @ Irving Street, from 20th to 25th Avenues

  • Fri, 2/27, 10:30 am-Sun, 3/8,7:30 pm: JOJOCARAVAN @ Kinokuniya

  • Sat, 2/28, 11 am-1 pm: Spring Wagashi Sweets Virtual Cooking Workshop @ JCCCNC

  • Sat, 2/28, 11 am-3:30 pm: Buddhist Church of San Francisco Chicken Bento Fundraiser Pick-Up @ Buddhist Church of San Francisco Gym

  • Sat, 2/28, 4 pm: Lunar New Year Celebration @ Hotel Kabuki 

  • Sun, 3/1, 11 am-2 pm: Girls Day Photo Session @ Sokoji 

  • Sun, 3/1, 1:30 pm & 3 pm: Haru no Shodo (Spring Calligraphy) Workshop @ Japantown Cultural District Visitor Center

  • Sun, 3/1: Boy Scout Troop 58 Curry Takeout Fundraiser ORDER DEADLINE

  • Tues, 3/3, 5-6 pm: Master Crafts: Traditional and Contemporary @ Online [Japan Society of Northern California]

  • Thurs, 3/5, 10-11:30 am: Memento Archive Workshop - First Rainbows @ JCCCNC

  • Sat, 3/7, 11 am: Boy Scout Troop 58 Curry Takeout Fundraiser @ Konko Church

  • Sat, 3/7, 5-10 pm: SF Chinese New Year Parade 2026 @ Downtown San Francisco [We Are One]

  • Sun, 3/8, 1-2:30 pm: Buddhist Lecture for Beginners (English) @ Sokoji

  • Sun, 3/8, 3-7 pm: Community Kitchen - Shabu Shabu @ JCCCNC

  • Wed, 3/11, 6 pm: Annual San Francisco Interfaith Ramadan Iftar Dinner @ Grace Cathedral 

  • Thurs, 3/12, 6:30-8 pm: Parent Educational Workshop @ Nihonmachi Little Friends

  • Fri, 3/13: Conjuring Power: Roots & Futures of Queer& Trans Movements @ Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, First Floor Galleries FIRST DAY

  • Sat, 3/14: Wafu School Ikebana Workshop @ Japantown Cultural District Visitor Center

  • Sat, 3/14, 9 am-2 pm: American Red Cross Blood Drive by Wallenberg HIgh School @ KOHO

  • Sat-Sun, 3/14-3/15: Mini Art Mart @ Kinokuniya Mall

  • Sun, 3/15, 11 am-6 pm: Baby Quilt Sewing Workshop @ JCCCNC

  • Fri, 3/20: San Francisco Interfaith Winter Shelter Program @ Konko Church

  • Sat, 3/28, 11 am-1:30 pm: Spring Kaiseki Virtual Cooking Workshop [JCCCNC]

  • Sat, 3/28: Tsumami Zaiku Accessories Workshop @ Japantown Cultural District Visitor Center

  • Sat, 3/28, 6-10 pm: Karaoke Party @ Konko Church [We Are One]

  • Tues, 3/31: Children’s Art Contest 2026 Submission Deadline [APA Family Support Services]

  • Fri, 4/10, 12N-5 pm: JAM Workshop 50th Anniversary LAST DAY

  • Sat-Sun, 4/11-4/12, 4/18-4/19: Mini Art Mart @ Kinokuniya Mall 

  • Sat-Sun, 4/11-4/12, 4/18: Cherry Blossom Festival Tea Ceremony @ Tateuchi Auditorium, Nihonmachi Little Friends

  • Mon, 4/13 & 4/27, 6-9 pm: Intro to Sewing 2-Part Workshop Series @ JCCCNC

  • Sat, 4/19: Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival Grand Parade

  • Sun, 4/26, 11:30 am-4 pm: Youth Mini Market @ KOHO  

  • Thurs, 4/30, 12N-5 pm: JAM Workshop 50th Anniversary @ National Japanese American Historical Society Peace Gallery LAST DAY

  • Sat, 5/2: Children’s Day @ JCCCNC

  • Mon, 5/4, 5/11 & 5/18, 6-8:30 pm: Yukata Sewing Workshop 3-Part Series @ JCCCNC

  • Thurs, 5/7-Tues, 5/19: CAAMFest 2026 [Center for Asian American Media]

  • Sat, 5/9, 12N-3 pm: 8th Anniversary Block Party @ Ringold Alley, between 8th-9th st [Leather & LGBTQ Culture District]

  • Sat-Sun, 5/9-5/10: Mini Art Mart @ Kinokuniya Mall 

  • Mon-Tues, 5/11-5/12: The Irechō: The Book of Names National Monument @ Asian Art Museum

  • Thurs, 5/14, 5:30 pm: Excellence in 2026 Education Awards @ Hotel Kabuki [JCYC]

  • Sat, 5/16: Kimochi Ginza @ Event Center, St. Mary’s Cathedral [Kimochi]

  • Fri, 5/22: San Francisco Giants Japanese Heritage Night @ Oracle Park

  • Sat, 5/23, 6-10 pm: Karaoke Night @ Konko Church [We Are One]

  • Sun, 6/14, 11 am-2 pm: Doggy Kimono Sewing Workshop @ JCCCNC

  • Wed, 6/17, 12N-3 pm: 50th Anniversary Nihonmachi Terrace

  • Sat, 6/30, 6-10 pm: Karaoke Night @ Konko Church [We Are One]

  • Sat, 7/25, 6-10 pm: Karaoke Night @ Konko Church [We Are One]

  • Sat, 8/15, 6-10 pm: Karaoke Night @ Konko Church [We Are One]

  • Sun, 8/23: Conjuring Power: Roots & Futures of Queer& Trans Movements @ Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, First Floor Galleries LAST DAY

  • Sun, 8/23 & 8/30, 11 am-2 pm: Shibori Stitch Workshop 2-Part Series @ JCCCNC

  • Fri, 9/12: 42nd Annual Golf Tournament [Kimochi]

  • Mon, 9/14 & 9/28, 6-9 pm: Introduction to Sewing 2-Part Workshop Series @ JCCCNC

  • Sat, 9/19, 6-10 pm: Karaoke Night @ Konko Church [We Are One]

  • Sat, 10/3: Big Steps for Little Friends 5K Run/Walk [Nihonmachi Little Friends] REGISTRATION DEADLINE

  • Sat, 10/17, 2-5 pm: Sashiko Embroidery Workshop @ JCCCNC

  • Sat, 10/17, 6-10 pm: Karaoke Night @ Konko Church [We Are One]

  • Sun, 10/18, 9 am-1 pm: Big Steps for Little Friends 5K Run/Walk @ Lindley Meadows, Golden Gate Park [Nihonmachi Little Friends]

  • Mon, 11/16, 6-9 pm: Apron Sewing Workshop @ JCCCNC

  • Sat, 11/21, 6-10 pm: Karaoke Night @ Konko Church [We Are One]

  • Sat, 12/19, 6-10 pm: Karaoke Night @ Konko Church [We Are One]

 

Photo credits: JTF staff, official event, organization websites, social media sites.

写真提供:JTFスタッフ、公式イベント、団体ウェブサイト、ソーシャルメディアサイト

 

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