This week, excited to share opportunities and updates — including hiring a Navigator Supervisor for our Visitor Center, the DreamSF Fellowship, and volunteers for the 2026 SF Chinese New Year Parade. ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏
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This week, we’re excited to share new opportunities and important updates — including openings for a Japantown Navigator Supervisor and other Japantown positions, the DreamSF Fellowship, and Saturday's 2026 Chinese New Year Parade. Read on for information about the spring ikebana flower-arranging workshop, a Kimochi udon noodle fundraiser, and a Ramadan Iftar dinner.

今週は、新しい機会や重要なお知らせをお届けできることを嬉しく思います。ジャパンタウン・ナビゲーター・スーパーバイザーやその他のジャパンタウン関連ポジションの募集、DreamSFフェローシップ、そして今週土曜日に開催される2026年中国旧正月パレードなどの情報を掲載しています。さらに、春のいけばなワークショップ、Kimochiのうどんファンドレイザー、ラマダンのイフタール・ディナーについてもご紹介します。ぜひご覧ください。

 

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

**JOB OPENING** Hiring Part-Time Japantown Navigators Supervisor ($25-$27/hr, 8 hrs/week, Mar–Nov)
Support and supervise student and community volunteers at the Japantown Cultural District Visitor Center. Send cover letter (<2 pages) & resume to info@japantowntaskforce.org.
Job Details

【求人情報】 パートタイム:ジャパンタウン・ナビゲーター・スーパーバイザー募集(時給 $25~$27・週8時間・3月〜11月)
ジャパンタウン文化地区ビジターセンターで学生や地域ボランティアのサポート・指導を担当します。 カバーレター(2ページ以内)と履歴書を info@japantowntaskforce.org までお送りください。
詳細

 
White background with flower petals and the title "Haru no Ikebana: 2026 Wafu School Ikebana Workshop".  There is a photo of the two instructors, Leona Fung and Connie Chen, and of pink roses arranged artistically.

3/14—[Sat] Haru no Ikebana: Spring Flower Arrangement Workshop 2026
Introducing our seasonal workshop with ikebana teachers Leona Fung and Connie Chen who train under Founder and President Fusako Seiga Hoyrup of the Wafu School of Ikebana California Chapter. ($35 per ticket + Eventbrite fee) Please reserve your spot here.

3月14日(土) 春の生け花ワークショップ 2026

季節のワークショップのご案内です。いけばな講師のレオナ·ファンとコニー·チェンは、Wafu School of Ikebana California Chapter の創設者・会長であるフサコ·セイガ·ホイルップのもとで学んでいます。(チケットは1枚 $35+Eventbrite 手数料) こちらからお申し込みください。

 
White background with a rendered drawing of the future design of the Japantown Peace Plaza.  There will be green spaces, a lowered seating area, different colored stones in the ground and a restored Peace Pagoda.

**IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT** Peace Plaza Renovation: Post Street Construction and Night Work, Mar-Apr 2026
The sidewalk on Post Street is now under construction until April. Pedestrians are asked to use the protected pathway in the street. The team is working hard to complete these tasks ahead of the April Cherry Blossom Festival. The JTF Peace Plaza Committee meets via Zoom monthly and all are welcome. Meeting information available here. Also, monthly updates by the Peace Plaza Renovation Team are available here. ✌️🗼

重要なお知らせ : ピースプラザ改修工事:ポスト通りの工事および夜間作業(2026年3月~4月)
Post Street の歩道は現在、4月まで工事中です。歩行者の皆さまは、道路上に設置された保護された通路をご利用ください。チームは4月のチェリーブロッサムフェスティバルに向けて、これらの作業を完了できるよう尽力しています。JTF Peace Plaza Committee は毎月 Zoom で会議を行っており、どなたでも参加できます。ミーティング情報はこちら。また、Peace Plaza Renovation Team による毎月のアップデートもこちらからご覧いただけます。

 

THIS WEEK! 今週のイベント!

White background with bright colors and graphics of people doing lion dances.  The title says "Seeking Volunteers, Lunar New Year Parade".

3/7—[Sat] Lunar New Year Parade 2026
LAST CHANCE TO JOIN

Attend the FINAL rehearsal and join the We Are One contingent in this year's parade: Fri, Mar 6, 6-7:30 pm @ Chinatown YMCA, 855 Sacramento St. RSVP here.

3月7日(土)2026年 旧正月パレード ― 参加ラストチャンス!
最終リハーサルに参加し、今年のパレードの「We Are One」コンティンジェントにぜひ加わってください:申し込みはこちら

 
White background with bright colors and graphics of people doing lion dances.  The title says "Seeking Volunteers, Lunar New Year Parade".

3/27—[Fri] Kimochi Udon to Go Fundraiser
Order deadline is Sun, 3/15. Pre-order and pay online here.

3月27日(金)Kimochi うどん To Go ファンドレイザー 1976年より親しまれてきたKimochiうどん。麺、鶏肉、かき揚げ、かまぼこ、椎茸、青ねぎ入りの人気ランチです。ひじきとフルーツ付き。
前売りURL。

 

OTHER EVENTS THIS WEEK!
今週のその他のイベント!

  • Sat, 3/7, 10-11:30 am: Virtual Town Hall @ zoom

  • Sat, 3/7, 11 am: Boy Scout Troop 58 Curry Takeout Fundraiser @ Konko Church (*Order Deadline 3/1)

  • 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

 

COMMUNITY CORNER!
コミュニティコーナー!

White background flyer with different church logos at the bottom and the title "Annual San Francisco Interfaith Ramadan Iftar Dinner." The dinner will be Wednesday, March 11 at the Grace Cathedral, Gresham Hall in San Francisco.

3/11— [Wed] Annual San Francisco Interfaith Ramadan Dinner
Join faith leaders, community members, and civic officials for this annual event of reflection and dialogue during the holy month of Ramadan. RSVP Here

3月11日(水)サンフランシスコ・インターフェイス・ラマダン・イフタール・ディナー(年次開催)

ラマダンの神聖な月にあたり、信仰指導者、地域の皆さま、そして行政関係者が集い、内省と対話を行う毎年恒例のイベントです。どうぞご参加ください。申し込みリンク

 
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 for DreamSF Fellowship until 4/2
The DreamSF Fellowship is a paid 11-month leadership program to train immigrant students and aspiring professionals on immigrant rights and social services. The program prioritizes applicants with a compelling immigration experience and is open to all, regardless of immigration status. Participants must have a high school diploma or GED by the program start of July 2026 and will receive a monthly stipend of about $2,000. Visit dreamssffellows.org and/or attend an info session for details.

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

DreamSF Fellowship の応募受付は 4/2 まで
DreamSF Fellowship は、移民の学生や将来専門職を目指す方々を対象に、移民の権利や社会サービスについて学ぶ有給の11か月間のリーダーシッププログラムです。移民としての経験を持つ方を優先しますが、移民ステータスに関わらずどなたでも応募可能です。参加者は2026年7月のプログラム開始までに高校卒業資格または GED を取得している必要があり、毎月約 $2,000 の奨学金(スティペンド)が支給されます。詳しくは dreamssffellows.org をご覧いただくか、インフォセッションにご参加ください。

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

 
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!** KOHO Creative Hub is hiring for three positions: Programs, Events + Community, and Marketing. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis through March 15, early submissions encouraged. Apply Here

【募集中】 KOHO Creative Hubでは、以下の3つのポジションでスタッフを募集しています:プログラム, イベント+コミュニティ, マーケティング。応募は3月15日まで随時受け付けており、早めのご応募をおすすめします。募集URL

 

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。

March

  • 6-8 pm, Thurs, 3/12, Land Use & Transportation Committee

  • 6-8 pm, Wed, 3/18, Full Board of Directors

  • 5:30-6:30 pm, Mon, 3/23, Japan Center Malls Technical

  • 12N-1 pm, Tues, 3/24, Osaka Way Committee

  • 5-6 pm, Tues, 3/24, 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:

  • Sat, 3/7, 10-11:30 am: Virtual Town Hall @ Zoom

  • 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 

  • 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 @ KOHO [Wallenberg High School Students]

  • Sat, 3/14, 3 pm: Spring Music At the Malls @ Japan Center East Mall, 1F

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

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

  • Sun, 3/15, 1:30 pm: Community Action through Art @ 2121 Channing Way, Berkeley [Berkeley Japanese American Citizens League and UC Berkeley Nikkei Student Union]

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

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

  • Fri, 3/27, 4-7 pm: Kimochi Udon to Go Fundraiser @ JCCCNC

  • 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]

  • Sat, 5/30: Voice Actor Signings @ Japan Center East and West Malls

  • 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-Sun, 7/11-7/19: Japan Day/Week @ Japan Center Malls & Hotel Kabuki

  • 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

  • Mon, 8/24: Origami Palooza @ Hotel Kabuki & Japan Center Malls

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

  • Fri-Sat, 9/12-13: Voice Actor Signings @ Japan Center East and West Malls

  • 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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