This week in Japantown, stay up to date with Osaka Way construction updates from San Francisco Public Works, learn more about AB 2599 / the Truth in Disclosure Act ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏
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This week in Japantown, stay up to date with Osaka Way construction updates from the San Francisco Department of Public Works, learn more about AB 2599 / the Truth in Disclosure Act, and submit your photos to the 2nd Annual Japantenna Photo Contest (deadline extended to 9/10 at 11:59 pm). Make your voice heard at the upcoming Japantown Town Hall on the Western Addition/Geary Boulevard Community Study (WAGCS), a $2 million, two-year planning project focused on re-envisioning Geary Boulevard and repairing past harms to the community. Looking ahead, get your tickets for our Japanese Language Lounge and the JCYC Aloha Run.

今週のジャパンタウンでは、サンフランシスコ公共事業局による「大阪ウェイ」の工事最新情報をチェックし、AB 2599/「情報開示の透明性に関する法律」について詳しく学び、第2回Japantenna写真コンテストに写真を応募しましょう(締め切りは9月10日午後11時59分まで延長されました)。近日開催されるジャパンタウン・タウンホールミーティングで、ウェスタン・アディション/ギアリー・ブルバード・コミュニティ調査(WAGCS)について、ぜひご意見を述べてください。これは、ギアリー・ブルバードの再構想と、地域社会に与えられた過去の被害の修復に焦点を当てた、200万ドル規模の2年間にわたる計画プロジェクトです。今後のイベントとして、日本語ラウンジ、そしてJCYC主催の「アロハ・ラン」のチケットをぜひお求めください。

 

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

 

READABILITY ・ 可読性
For a full written list of event details, please see Upcoming Events at the bottom of the newsletter.
イベントの詳細については、ニュースレター下部の「今後のイベント」をご覧ください。

 

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Discover the many sides of San Francisco Japantown on this guided 1-hour walking tour. Explore the neighborhood through a fresh lens—learning fun facts, uncovering hidden gems, and discovering the people, places, and community organizations that keep San Francisco Japantown vibrant.

Hiragana, Katakana & Kanji — Why Does Japanese Use Three Writing Systems? 日本語文字の成り立ちひらがな・カタカナ・漢字 — なぜ日本語には3つの文字があるのでしょう?
Discover the fascinating origins and history of Japanese writing, learn how Hiragana, Katakana, and Kanji are used differently, and see how they work together in everyday Japanese! それぞれの文字の成り立ちや歴史、使い方の違いを楽しく学びながら、日本語の文字の魅力を発見しましょう!文字のルーツを知れば、日本語がもっとおもしろくなります。 RSVP / 登録URL

9/15 Virtual Town Hall: RSVP / 登録URL
9/17 In-Person Town Hall: RSVP / 登録URL

 

THIS WEEK! 今週のイベント!

 

Submission Deadline Extended to September 10, 2026, at 11:59 pm. 応募締切が9月10日午後11時59分まで延長!

Japantenna invites photographers of all levels to enter the second annual Photo Contest, celebrating Japantown’s 120th anniversary. The theme is “My Japantown.” We want to know what Japantown means to you! Submit up to five original photos by posting them on Instagram.
ジャパンテナでは、ジャパンタウン創立120周年を記念して、第2回写真コンテストを開催します。初心者から経験豊富な方まで、どなたでもご応募いただけます。テーマは「My Japantown(私のジャパンタウン)」。あなたにとってのジャパンタウンを写真で表現してください!Instagramにご自身で撮影した写真を最大5点投稿してご応募ください。

Your post must include | 投稿には以下を含めてください:
● A brief explanation of why your photos(s) represent(s) "My Japantown” | その写真がなぜ「My Japantown」を表しているのかについての簡単な説明。
● Please tag @japantenna on Instagram in your submission post! | 投稿する際は、Instagramで@japantennaをタグ付けしてください!

Details / 詳細

The Department of Public Works (DPW) invites the public to check out the Japantown Osaka Way project website and to sign-up for construction updates: Sign up for construction updates here.
公共事業局では、皆様に「ジャパンタウン・大阪ウェイ」プロジェクトのウェブサイトをご覧いただき、工事の最新情報を受け取るための登録をお願いいたします。工事の最新情報を受け取るには、こちらからご登録ください。

 

JTOWN & BEYOND!
日本町とその先!

 

The Final Capitol Action for AB 2599, the Truth in Disclosure Act, has passed the CA Senate floor vote! In California, the governor has 12 days to sign, veto, or let it become law without signature. CA Supporters are asked to submit a letter urging Governor Newsom to sign AB 2599 using this Action Network link. Here is a template: Letter of Support Template
「情報開示の真実法(AB 2599)」に関する州議会での最終審議が、カリフォルニア州上院の本会議で可決されました!カリフォルニア州では、知事は12日以内に署名、拒否権行使、あるいは署名なしでの成立のいずれかを行う必要があります。カリフォルニア州の支持者の皆様には、このアクション・ネットワークのリンクから、ニューサム知事にAB 2599への署名を促す手紙を送っていただくようお願いいたします。以下にテンプレートを掲載します:支持の手紙テンプレート

This is a rare opportunity to be part of the historic record: the first corporate accountability bill of its kind tied directly to reparations for Black Californians. これは、歴史的な記録の一翼を担う稀有な機会です。黒人カリフォルニア住民への賠償に直接結びついた、この種の企業説明責任法案としては初めてのものです。

The Western Addition - Geary Boulevard Community Study is rethinking the urban renewal-era Geary Expressway to create a more connected, safer, and more livable neighborhood. The study team wants to hear what matters most to you - your priorities for the neighborhood, places that feel unsafe or hard to get around, and the businesses, services, and gathering spaces you'd like to see along the corridor. 
「ウェスタン・アディション~ギアリー・ブルバード地域調査」では、都市再開発時代に建設されたギアリー・エクスプレスウェイを見直し、よりつながりのある、安全で、住みやすい地域づくりを目指しています。調査チームは、皆様にとって最も重要なこと――地域に対する優先事項、不安を感じたり移動が困難だと感じる場所、そしてこの沿線にどのような店舗、サービス、集いの場があることを望まれるか――について、皆様のご意見を伺いたいと考えています。

The survey takes about 7-10 minutes and is available in six languages:

  • English: https://form.typeform.com/to/qV4qVLP0 

  • Spanish: https://form.typeform.com/to/qV4qVLP0?typeform-lang=es 

  • Chinese: https://form.typeform.com/to/qV4qVLP0?typeform-lang=zh 

  • Japanese: https://form.typeform.com/to/qV4qVLP0?typeform-lang=ja 

  • Korean: https://form.typeform.com/to/qV4qVLP0?typeform-lang=ko 

  • Russian: https://form.typeform.com/to/qV4qVLP0?typeform-lang=ru 

Learn more and sign up for email updates at sfcta.org/westernadditiongeary. 詳細をご覧になり、メールによる最新情報の配信にご登録ください。

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Fri, 8/21-Fri, 9/4: Transient Archives Exhibit @ Birdhouse Gallery, 2548 Judah St: Details / 詳細

Sat, 9/12, 9/26, 10/10, 12/5, 12/19; Sun, 10/18, 11/7, 11/15: Shichi-Go-San (7-5-3) Photo Sessions @ Dawdy Photography, 821 California Dr., Burlingame RSVP / 登録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。

SEPTEMBER (9月)

  • Cultural Heritage & Sustainability Committee - NO MEETING.

  • 6-8 pm, Thurs, 9/10, Land Use & Transportation Committee

  • 6-8 pm, Wed, 9/16, Full Board of Directors

  • 5:30-6:30 pm, Mon, 9/28, Japan Center Malls Technical Committee

  • 12N-1 pm, Tues, 9/22, Osaka Way Committee

  • 5-6 pm, Tues, 9/22, Peace Plaza Committee

 

UPCOMING EVENTS
今後のイベント:

  • Mon, weekly, 1:30-3 pm: Japanese Calligraphy Club @ Kimochi Senior Center

  • Tue, weekly, 1:30-3 pm: Peko's Melody Club @ Kimochi Senior Center

  • Fri, weekly, 11:30 am & 2 pm: Japantown Now! Walking Tours @ Japantown Cultural District Visitor Center

  • Fri, 8/1-Sun, 8/31: Japantenna 2nd Annual Photo Contest: "My Japantown" Image Submission Period

  • Mon, 8/10-Sun, 9/6: 'Once in Japan' Photo Contest Submission Period [Consulate General of Japan]

  • Wed, weekly, 8/19-10/28, 1:30-2:30 pm: Seated Exercise @ Kimochi Senior Center

  • Fri, 8/21-Fri, 9/4: Transient Archives Exhibit @ Birdhouse Gallery, 2548 Judah St.

  • Fri, 9/4: Transient Archives Exhibit LAST DAY @ Birdhouse Gallery, 2548 Judah St.

  • Fri, 9/11: 42nd Annual Golf Tournament [Kimochi]

  • Sat, 9/12, 9/26, 10/10, 12/5, 12/19; Sun, 10/18, 11/7, 11/15: Shichi-Go-San (7-5-3) Photo Sessions @ Dawdy Photography, 821 California Dr., Burlingame [Japan Society of Northern California]

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

  • Sat, 9/12, 6:45-8:15 pm: Mark Whitten: Evening of Voices and Dining @ Fermentation Lab, 1700A Post St.

  • Sat, 9/12, 11 am-1 pm: Autumn Wagashi Sweets Virtual Workshop @ Zoom [JCCCNC]

  • Sun, 9/13, 12N-5 pm: I Am An American: The Nisei Soldier Experience Exhibit LAST DAY @ Military Intelligence Service Historic Learning Center, 640 Mason St. [NJAHS]

  • Sun, 9/13, 12N & 2 pm: Japanese Language Lounge @ Japantown Cultural District Visitor Center, Japan Center East Mall, 2F

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

  • Tues, 9/15: Japantenna 2nd Photo Contest Results Announcement

  • Wed, 9/16, 12:30-4:30 pm: City Contracting 101 Workshop @ Southeast Community Center, 1550 Evans Ave.

  • Tue, 9/15, 6-7:30 pm: Virtual Japantown SF Western Addition/Geary Boulevard Town Hall @ Zoom

  • Thu, 9/17, 6-7:30 pm: Japantown SF Western Addition/Geary Boulevard Town Hall (In-Person) @ 1765 Sutter 

  • Fri-Sun, 9/18-20: SF Godzillafest Convention @ Holiday Inn Golden Gateway

  • Fri, 9/18, 7 pm: Valkyries Japanese Heritage Night @ Chase Center [Tickets: JCCCNC, Japan Society of Northern California, JACL]

  • Sat, 9/19: Japantenna 2nd Photo Contest Prize Presentation Ceremony

  • Sat, 9/19, 3-6 pm: Tabemasho Fundraising Gala @ Japanese Cultural & Community Center of NorCal

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

  • Sun, 9/20: 2026 San Francisco Aloha Run @ Crissy Field [JCYC]

  • Sun, 9/20: JCCNC Golf Tournament 2026 @ Eagle Vines Golf Club & Vineyards, 580 South Kelly Rd, American Canyon, CA

  • Fri, 9/25, 5-10 pm: Sunset Night Market: Mid Autumn Moon Festival @ Irving & 20-25th Aves., San Francisco

  • Fri, 9/25, 10 am-1:30 pm: Takahashi Issei Heritage Center Scholar Public Talks @ Sokoji Temple Event Hall, 1691 Laguna Street

  • Fri, 9/25, 7:15 pm: Giants Tickets – LA Dodgers @ Oracle Park

  • Sun, 9/28, 12N-5 pm: Chris Shinya Tomine Exhibit LAST DAY @ NJAHS Japantown Gallery, 1684 Post St. [NJAHS]

  • Fri, 10/2, 5:30 pm: Power of the People: APILO 2026 Annual Gala @ Koi Palace, 3 Serramonte Center, Daly City 

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

  • Sat, 10/10, 11 am-1:30 pm: Autumn Kaiseki Virtual Cooking Workshop @ Zoom [JCCCNC]

  • Thu-Sun, 10/15-18: Second Annual Kintsugi 2026 Healing Conference @ Hotel Kabuki and KOHO Creative Hub

  • 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]

  • Sat, 10/24: Annual Curry Cook-off @ Christ United Presbyterian Church [Japanese American Religious Federation]

  • Sat-Sun, 10/24-25: Family Treasures Marketplace @ Buddhist Church of SF

  • Sat, 11/14: Destination Nihonmachi @ KOHO Creative Hub

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

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

  • Sat, 12/12, 10 am-4 pm: Japanese Vintage Holiday Pop-Up Market @ JCCCNC, 1840 Sutter St. (1st Floor)

  • Sat, 12/12: Ursa Major Fashion Conference: Harajuku/Lolita Fashion @ KOHO Creative Hub

  • Sat, 12/12: Silver Bells Holiday Fair @ St. Mary’s Event Center [Kimochi]

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

  • Sat-Sun, 12/19-20: Holiday Marketplace @ KOHO Creative Hub

  • Sat, 1/9: Community New Year’s Celebration @ 1840 Sutter [The Center]

  • Sat, 1/30: Community Awards Ceremony [SFJACL]

  • Sat, 1/30: New Year’s Gala @ St. Francis Hotel [Japanese Chamber of Commerce of Northern California]

  • Sat, 5/22/27, 10 am: Japanese Cemetery Community Clean-up [The Center] 

  • Mon, 5/31/27, 11 am: Memorial Day Service @ Japanese Cemetery [Japanese Benevolent Society]

 

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

 

Japantown Task Force, Inc.
1765 Sutter Street, 3rd floor
San Francisco, CA 94115
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