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Gemini saidHonor history at DOR events & Films of Remembrance. Plus: school closure resources, Lunar New Year, save-the-dates, free tax prep, & Valentine’s chocolates! Click for details. ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏
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Get ready for a community-focused February in Japantown as we honor Japanese American history through several Day of Remembrance events, including at San Francisco State University and the Nichi Bei Foundation’s 15th Annual Films of Remembrance. This week also provides resources for families and students during the school closures, alongside exciting announcements like Lunar New Year festivities and a special save-the-date for the Japanese Community Youth Council (JCYC) Excellence in Education Awards. Finally, don't miss important community resources like free tax prep and the call for volunteers for the San Francisco Civil Grand Jury. 2月の日本町は、コミュニティの絆を深める行事が満載です。サンフランシスコ州立大学での集会や、日米財団主催の第15回「追憶の映画祭(Films of Remembrance)」など、複数の「追憶の日(Day of Remembrance)」関連イベントを通じて、日系アメリカ人の歴史を振り返ります。 また今週は、学校の休校により影響を受けるご家族や学生向けの支援リソースに加え、旧正月(Lunar New Year)のお祝いや、JCYC主催の「Excellence in Education Awards」開催のお知らせなど、大切な情報をまとめてお届けします。最後に、無料の確定申告サポートやサンフランシスコ市民大陪審員の募集についても併せてご確認ください。
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Japantown Cultural District New Product Notice! ジャパンタウン文化地区新商品のお知らせ!
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Sweeten Your Valentine’s Day at the Visitor Center! 💝 Valentine’s Day is this weekend! To celebrate, the Japantown Cultural District Visitor Center is proud to feature handcrafted dark chocolates from Deux Cranes. We have four unique, artisanal flavors available that are perfect for gifting. Stop by this weekend to pick out a delicious treat for your loved ones—or yourself! Support local craftsmanship by French-trained Chocolatier Michiko Marron-Kibbey and share the love with a taste of Japantown. Follow us on Instagram for a little extra heart! Visit the Japantown Cultural District this weekend. 📍 Location: Japantown EAST Mall, 2nd Floor.
JCDビジターセンターで素敵なバレンタインを!💝 今週末はいよいよバレンタインデーですね。JCDビジターセンターでは、Deux Cranes(ドゥ・クレーン)のハンドクラフト・ダークチョコレートを入荷いたしました! ギフトにぴったりな、職人技が光る4種類のユニークなフレーバーをご用意いたしました。今週末はぜひ当センターへお立ち寄りいただき、大切な方への、あるいはご自分へのご褒美に、美味しいチョコレートをお選びください。フランスで修行を積んだショコラティエ、ミチコ・マロン=キビーによる地元のクラフトマンシップを応援しながら、日本町の味とともに愛を分かち合いましょう。皆様のご来館をお待ちしております。 JCD公式Instagramをフォローして、応援の『ハート』を受け取ってください! ❤️ 今週末はぜひ、日本町文化地区(JCD)ビジターセンターへお越しください。 📍 場所:ジャパンセンター・東館 2階
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**FAMILY RESOURCES DURING SCHOOL CLOSURES** As of this writing, San Francisco public schools are closed due to a labor dispute. Here is a list of resources and information for local families and students. Information resources here. Meal Services: Families can pick up meals for youth (ages 18 and under) on a first-come, first-served basis. To receive food, you must provide the student's name, grade, and school. Lunches are intended to be eaten immediately, while breakfast may be provided to take home for the following day. The San Francisco Chronicle has put together a comprehensive list of times and locations of free meals for students. Safe Spaces for Students: Community organizations—including the Boys & Girls Club, YMCA, and Booker T. Washington—are adjusting their hours and capacity to offer safe environments for children if schools are closed. Street Safety: The city will deploy the Street Violence Intervention Team and school crisis support teams to monitor neighborhood safety in areas where older students are likely to congregate. Duration & Negotiations: The Department of Children, Youth & Their Families may expand support if the strike extends beyond Tuesday, Feb 10.
【重要】リソースのお知らせ:学校の休校について 現時点では、サンフランシスコ統一学区(SFUSD)とサンフランシスコ教職員組合(UESF)の合意に至っていません。地域の皆様と学生向けの支援リソースおよび情報を以下の通りまとめました。詳細情報はこちら。 食事サービス: 18歳以下の子どもを対象に、先着順で食事を提供します。受け取りの際は、生徒の氏名、学年、学校名を提示してください。昼食はすぐにお召し上がりいただく用ですが、朝食は翌日の自宅用として提供される場合があります。[学生向けの無料食事情報はこちら] 子どものための安全な場所: 学校が閉鎖された場合に備え、Boys & Girls Club、YMCA、Booker T. Washingtonなどのコミュニティ団体が、開館時間の調整や受け入れ人数の拡大を行い、子どもたちが安全に過ごせる場所を提供します。 ストリートの安全確保: 年長の学生が集まりやすい地域の安全を監視するため、市は「ストリート暴力介入チーム(Street Violence Intervention Team)」および学校危機支援チームを派遣します。 期間と交渉について: ストライキが2月10日(火)以降も続く場合、子ども・若者・ファミリー局は支援を拡大する可能性があります。
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5/14—SAVE THE DATE: Excellence in Education Awards TICKETS AVAILABLE: March 2! Save the date for the Japanese Community Youth Council’s second annual Excellence in Education Awards! Tickets will be available March 2; for more details, click here.
5月14日 — 開催決定:Excellence in Education Awards チケット販売開始:3月2日 JCYC(Japanese Community Youth Council)主催、第2回「Excellence in Education Awards」の開催が決定しました!ぜひ予定を空けておいてください。チケットは3月2日より販売開始となります。詳細については、こちらをクリックしてください。
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Parades, lion dances, night markets, and crafts for kids. Plan your Lunar New Year 2026 at apasf.org Celebrate this Lunar New Year 2026 with festivities starting as early as today February 5 all the way to March 8. With so many festivities and activities lined up, this year has something for everyone! The Lunar New Year 2026 Celebration Guide is curated by the APA Heritage Foundation.
パレードに獅子舞、ナイトマーケット、そしてお子様向けのクラフト体験まで。2026年の旧正月(Lunar New Year)の予定は apasf.org でチェックしましょう! 今年の旧正月のお祝いは、本日2月5日から3月8日まで各地で開催されます。多彩なイベントが目白押しで、誰もが楽しめる内容となっています。この「2026年 旧正月セレブレーション・ガイド」は、APA Heritage Foundation(アジア太平洋系アメリカ人遺産財団)によって企画・運営されています。
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2/15 — **Sunday 10 am-1 pm** Youth-Led Day of Remembrance Join the Japanese Community Youth Council for the Youth-Led Day of Remembrance to honor history, raise your voice against injustice, and lead the way for the community's future. RSVP here.
2月15日(日)午前10時〜午後1時: ユース主導追憶の日(Day of Remembrance) JCYC(Japanese Community Youth Council)と一緒に、歴史を語り継ぎ、不当な差別に声を上げ、コミュニティの未来を切り拓いていきませんか?中高生・大学生の皆さんのご参加をお待ちしています。 お申し込み(RSVP)はこちら。
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2/15 — **Sunday 2-4 pm** 2026 Day of Remembrance The Bay Area Day of Remembrance Consortium invites you to the 2026 Day of Remembrance at the Japanese Cultural and Community Center of Northern California ("The Center"), 1840 Sutter St. Details here.
2月15日(日)午後2時〜4時:2026年 追憶の日(Day of Remembrance) ベイエリア「追憶の日」コンソーシアムは、北カリフォルニア日本文化コミュニティーセンター(JCCCNC/ザ・センター:1840 Sutter St.)にて開催される「2026年 追憶の日」に皆様を招待いたします。詳細はこちらをご覧ください。
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OTHER EVENTS THIS WEEK! 今週のその他のイベント! Thurs, 2/12, 6-9 pm: Japanese Chamber of Commerce of Northern California Spring Networking Event @ Biltmore Apartments Fri, 2/13, 2-4 pm; Sat, 2/14, 11 am-4 pm: Valentine’s Day Card Workshop @ Paper Tree Sun, 2/14, 1-5 pm: Gunpla Social @ JCCCNC Sun, 2/14, 2-4:30 pm: Film and Performance: Hidden Legacy and Koto Music @ Koret Auditorium, Main Library Sat-Sun, 2/14-2/15: Valentine’s Day at Animon @ Japan Center WEST Mall Sat-Sun, 2/14-2/15: Nippon Vibes: Japanese Cinema Weekend at New People @ New People [Roxie Cinema] Sat-Sun, 2/14-2/15, 12 N-5 pm: Godzilla Through Our Eyes Exhibit Re-open @ New People SuperFrog Gallery Sat-Sun, 2/14-2/15: Mini Art Mart @ Kinokuniya Mall Sat-Sun, 2/14-2/15, 12 N-7 pm: OK Marketplace pop-up @ Japan Center EAST Mall Sun, 2/15, 10 am-1 pm: 2026 Youth-Led Day of Remembrance @ JCYC Gym Sun, 2/15, 2-4 pm: SF Bay Area Day of Remembrance @ JCCCNC
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2/19—**Thursday** Day of Remembrance Join the Edison Uno Initiative and the Department of Asian American Studies in commemorating the unlawful incarceration of Japanese Americans during WWII. Details here. 2月19日(木):追憶の日(Day of Remembrance) エジソン・ウノ・イニシアチブ(Edison Uno Initiative)とアジア・アメリカ研究学部(Department of Asian American Studies)と共に、第二次世界大戦中の日系アメリカ人の不当な強制収容を追悼する行事に参加しましょう。詳細はこちら。
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2/21 **Saturday** 2026 Films of Remembrance Experience the power of independent cinema as the Nichi Bei Foundation presents the 15th Annual Films of Remembrance! Join us for a compelling showcase of films that commemorate and reflect on the history of Japanese American incarceration during WWII. Details and tickets here. 2月21日(土):2026年 追憶の映画祭(Films of Remembrance) 日米財団(Nichi Bei Foundation)が贈る、第15回「Films of Remembrance」で独立系映画の持つ力を体感してください!第二次世界大戦中の日系アメリカ人強制収容の歴史を振り返り、追悼する、心揺さぶる作品の数々を上映します。詳細とチケットはこちらから。
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COMMUNITY CORNER! コミュニティコーナー!
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**FREE TAX PREP** SFHDC & Success Centers Maximize your tax refund with the San Francisco Housing Development Corporation! No fees. No catch. No problem. Refer to the above flyer for more details, visit www.sfhdc.org, call 415-822-1022, or email fecstaff@sfhdc.org. 【無料】タックス・ヘルプ(確定申告サポート):SFHDC & Success Centers サンフランシスコ住宅開発公社(SFHDC)のサポートで、還付金を最大限に受け取りましょう!手数料や隠れた費用は一切ありません。詳細は上のチラシをご覧いただくか、ウェブサイト(www.sfhdc.org)、電話(415-822-1022)、またはメール(fecstaff@sfhdc.org)にてお問い合わせください。
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**Join the San Francisco Civil Grand Jury** Deadline: May 1 Make a difference by volunteering for the Civil Grand Jury for the San Francisco Superior Court today! For more details click here or refer to the flyer above. サンフランシスコ市民大陪審(Civil Grand Jury)メンバー募集 締切:5月1日 サンフランシスコ高等裁判所の市民大陪審ボランティアに参加して、市政の改善に貢献しませんか?詳細については、こちらをクリックするか、上のチラシをご参照ください。
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UPCOMING JTF MEETINGS 今後のJTF会議予定
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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, Thurs, 2/12, Land Use & Transportation Committee 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
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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: Thurs, 2/12, 6-9 pm: Japanese Chamber of Commerce of Northern California Spring Networking Event @ Biltmore Apartments Fri, 2/13, 2-4 pm; Sat, 2/14, 11 am-4 pm: Valentine’s Day Card Workshop @ Paper Tree Sun, 2/14, 1-5 pm: Gunpla Social @ JCCCNC Sun, 2/14, 2-4:30 pm: Film and Performance: Hidden Legacy and Koto Music @ Koret Auditorium, Main Library Sat-Sun, 2/14-2/15: Valentine’s Day at Animon @ Japan Center WEST Mall Sat-Sun, 2/14-2/15: Nippon Vibes: Japanese Cinema Weekend at New People @ New People [Roxie Cinema] Sat-Sun, 2/14-2/15, 12 N-5 pm: Godzilla Through Our Eyes Exhibit Re-open @ New People SuperFrog Gallery Sat-Sun, 2/14-2/15: Mini Art Mart @ Kinokuniya Mall Sat-Sun, 2/14-2/15, 12 N-7 pm: OK Marketplace pop-up @ Japan Center EAST Mall Sun, 2/15, 10 am-1 pm: 2026 Youth-Led Day of Remembrance @ JCYC Gym Sun, 2/15, 2-4 pm: SF Bay Area Day of Remembrance @ JCCCNC Tues, 2/17, 1-2:30 pm: The Art Lover’s Guide to Japanese Museums with Sophie Richard @ virtual [Japan Society of Northern California] Thurs, 2/19, 11 am-3 pm: 2026 Transgender and Gender Non-Conforming Health and Wellness Community Fair @ SF Public Library Thurs, 2/19, 12 N-2 pm: ArtLunch 2026 @ Mission Bowling Club [ArtSpan] Thurs, 2/19, 5:30-7 pm: Day of Remembrance @ San Francisco State University [Edison Uno Initiative] Fri, 2/20, 7:50-11 pm: Kokuho Screening with the Roxie Theater @ The Roxie Theater (3117 16th St) [Japan Society of Northern California] Fri-Sun, 2/20-2/22: National Veterans Network Opening Weekend “I Am An American” @ Hotel Kabuki, MIS Historic Learning Center, and Palace of Fine Arts Sat, 2/21, 10-11 am: Intro to Yoga @ JCCCNC Sat, 2/21, 1-3 pm: Making Waves Screening & Panel Discussion @ Main Library Sat, 2/21, 6-10 pm: Karaoke Party @ Konko Church [We Are One] Sat-Sun, 2/21-2/22: Films of Remembrance [Nichi Bei Times] Sat-Sun, 2/21-2/22, 12 N-7 pm: OK Marketplace pop-up @ Japan Center EAST Mall Sun, 2/22, 1-3 pm: Tsuru Mizuhiki Knot Workshop @ JCCCNC Sun, 2/22, 1:30 pm: Dowa no Omatsuri: Festival of Children’s Stories @ Palace of Fine Arts [Nihonmachi Little Friends] Mon, 2/23, 11:59 pm: ArtSpan Call for Art DEADLINE 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] Fri, 2/27, 5-10 pm: Sunset Night Market @ Irving Street, from 20th to 25th Avenues 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 Tues, 3/3, 5-6 pm: Master Crafts: Traditional and Contemporary @ Online [Japan Society of Northern California] Sat, 3/7, 11 am: Scouts 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: Haru no Shodo (Spring Calligraphy) Workshop @ Japantown Cultural District Visitor Center, Japan Center EAST Mall Sun, 3/8, 3-7 pm: Community Kitchen - Shabu Shabu @ JCCCNC Thurs, 3/12, 6:30-8 pm: Parent Educational Workshop @ Nihonmachi Little Friends Fri, 3/13: Conjuring Power: Roots & Futures of Queer& Trans Movements @ YBCA First Floor Galleries FIRST DAY Sat, 3/14: Wafu School Ikebana Workshop @ Japantown Cultural District Visitor Center, Japan Center EAST Mall Sat, 3/14, 9 am-2 pm: American Red Cross Blood Drive @ KOHO Sat-Sun, 3/14-3/15: Mini Art Mart @ Kinokuniya Mall Fri, 3/20: San Francisco Interfaith Winter Shelter Program @ Konko Church Sat, 3/28: Tsumami Zaiku Accessories Workshop @ Japantown Cultural District Visitor Center, Japan Center EAST Mall 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 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 Thurs, 5/7, 6:30-8 pm: Nihonmachi Little Friends, Parent Educational Workshop Sat, 5/9, 12 N-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 Fri, 5/22: San Francisco Giants Japanese Heritage Night @ Oracle Park Sat, 5/23, 6-10 pm: Karaoke Night @ Konko Church [We Are One] 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 @ YBCA First Floor Galleries LAST DAY Fri, 9/12: 42nd Annual Golf Tournament [Kimochi] 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, 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] 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]
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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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