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• Japanese Paper Lampshade Craft

  • When
    Saturday, April 11, 2026
  •  
    10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    JASG Office (1900 Century Place NE, Suite 112, Atlanta, GA 30345)
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  Japanese Paper Lampshade Craft

  Join us for a hands-on Washi Paper Lampshade Workshop!
  

  Did you know that washi — traditional Japanese paper — is so delicately thin that it glows beautifully when light shines through it? In this beginner-friendly workshop, you'll create your very own round washi lampshade using just a balloon and paste. The result? A soft, warm glow that brings a calming, Japanese-inspired ambiance to any room. 

   No experience needed — just bring your creativity! 

  Saturday, April 11, 2026 

  10:30 AM – 12:00 PM 

  JASG Office (1900 Century Pl NE # 112, Atlanta, GA 30345)

  Members: $15 / Non-members: $20 

  Spots are limited — Please RSVP!

  
  

  Advance registration is required for this program. Individuals who do not register prior to the event may not be able to participate due to capacity and planning limitations. By registering, I understand that photos and/or video may be taken at the event and agree that these materials may be used for promotional purposes.
  

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• ONLINE Japanese Classes (Spring Session)

  • Start
    Monday, April 13, 2026
  • End
    Sunday, June 07, 2026
  • Location
    ONLINE VIA ZOOM

  Register

  Registration Form Spring Class 2026 (PDF)

  
  

  SPRING	TEXTBOOK	STARTING	DAY (TIME)
  ♦ Beginner	JBP Book I 4th Ed. Romanized Lesson 1~5	4/13/2026	MON (5:00pm)
  ♦ Elementary - Level 1	JBP Book I 4th Ed. Romanized Lesson 6~9	4/15/2026	WED (7:00pm)
  ♦ Elementary - Level 2	JBP Book I 4th Ed. Romanized Lesson 10~14	4/15/2026	WED (6:30pm)
  ♦ Elementary - Level 3	JBP Book I 4th Ed. Romanized Lesson 15~19	4/14/2026	TUE (6:30pm)
  ♦ Intermediate - Level 1	JBP Book II 4th Ed. Lesson 1~3	4/16/2026	THU (6:30pm)
  ♦ Intermediate - Level 4	JBP Book II 4th Ed. Lesson 10~12	4/19/2026	SUN (5:00pm)
  ♦ Advanced - Level 1	JBP Book III 4th Ed. Lesson 1~3	4/16/2026	THU (7:00pm)
  ♦ Advanced - Level 4	JBP Book III 4th Ed. Lesson 10~12	4/14/2026	TUE (5:00pm)
  ♦ Advanced - Level 9	N3 Nihongo So-Matome Grammar + N3 Reading Comprehension	4/17/2026	FRI (6:00pm)
  ♦ Advanced - Level 21	N2 Shin-Kanzen Master Page 4 & 5+	4/13/2026	MON (6:30pm)
  ♦ Advanced - Level 24	N2 Shin-Kanzen Master Reading Page 52-53	4/14/2026	TUE (6:30pm)
  ♦ Advanced - Level 25	N2 Try Grammar + Reading	4/17/2026	FRI (8:15pm)
  ♦ Advanced - Level 26	N3 Listening + Reading	4/13/2026	MON (7:15pm)

  
  

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• April Kayobi-Kai Networking Dinner

  • When
    Tuesday, April 14, 2026
  •  
    6:30 PM
  • Location
    Food Terminal (6360 North Point Pkwy, Alpharetta, GA 30022)

  
  

  Kayobi-Kai Networking Dinner
  

  ジョージア日米協会 ・火曜日会

  Tuesday, April 14, 2026 | 6:30PM ET
  

  2026年4月14日 (火) | 午後 6:30 ET

  Food Terminal

  6360 North Point Pkwy, Alpharetta, GA 30022

  RSVP 申し込み : www.bit.ly/JASG-KayobiKai

  Kayobi-Kai dinners are on-going dinner meetings that meet the 2nd Tuesday of each month at different restaurants in the metro Atlanta area. The Kayobi-Kai is intended to be an informal gathering to promote friendship and social networking, and anyone who to interested is welcome. All Kayobi-Kai dinners will begin at 6:30pm and everyone in attendance will be responsible for their own check at the end of the evening.

   火曜日会は毎月第二火曜日にアトランタの各種のレストランで食事をしながら参加者の親睦を深めるつどいの場を提供いたします。くつろいだ雰囲気の中でどなたでも参加できます。時間は毎回 6時半からで、支払いは食事の終わりに各自でしていただきます。

  The average group attending these Kayobi-Kai dinners is 8-15 people, and depending on the restaurant, we may have to cap attendance. Please sign up if you plan to come, so we know to expect you. Should you have any suggestions and/or requests regarding restaurants for future Kayobi-Kai meetings, please do not hesitate to contact the JASG office and let us know your recommendations. We look forward to seeing you at this and/or other upcoming Kayobi-Kai dinners.

  January 13	Taka Sushi Restaurant
  February 10	Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar (Perimeter Mall)
  March 10	Wagaya Restaurant (Emory)
  April 14	Food Terminal (Alpharetta)
  May 12	Nakato Japanese Restaurant
  June 9	Chamblee Tap and Market
  July 14	Edo Japanese Cuisine
  August 11	Pappadeaux
  September 8	Hajime Ramen
  October 13	Cafe Efendi (Alpharetta)
  November 10	Kanpeki Tonkatsu
  December 8	Sushi Mito

  
  

  Advance registration is required for this program. Individuals who do not register prior to the event may not be able to participate due to capacity and planning limitations. By registering, I understand that photos and/or video may be taken at the event and agree that these materials may be used for promotional purposes.

  
  

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• INTERNATIONAL MULTI CHAMBER NETWORKING MIXER

  • When
    Thursday, April 16, 2026
  •  
    5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Hotel Indigo Vinings Hotel

  TO REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT, VISIT

  https://forms.gle/8VzEdtozJgW19nXK7  

  Join Us for the 5th Annual International Multi Chamber Mixer!
  
  We’re thrilled to invite you to one of the biggest international networking events of the year! On Thursday, April 16, 2026, at Hotel Indigo Atlanta-Vinings, nearly 20 international chambers will come together for an evening of dynamic connections, insightful conversations, and exciting opportunities.
  
  Why Attend?
  - Expand your global business network
  - Meet professionals from diverse industries and backgrounds
  - Build valuable partnerships in a fun, casual setting

  Event Details:

  • Date: Thursday, April 16,  5:30-8:00pm 
  • Location: Hotel Indigo Vinings, 2857 Paces Ferry Rd SE, Atlanta, GA 30339
  • Registration Deadline: Tuesday, April 14 at midnight
  • Registration link : https://forms.gle/8VzEdtozJgW19nXK7  

  
  Each year, this event gets bigger and better so don’t miss your chance to be part of it! Let’s make sure Japan is well-represented.

  
  

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• 2026 Symposium on ASIA-USA Partnership Opportunities (SAUPO)

  • When
    Friday, April 17, 2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    KSU Center (3333 Busbee Drive, Kennesaw GA 30144)

  For more information and to register, visit https://www.kennesaw.edu/conferences/saupo/

  
  

  
  

  The Symposium on ASIA-USA Partnership Opportunities (SAUPO), organized by KSU’s Asian Studies Program since 2011, continues to be the largest Asia business conference in the U.S., with alternating conference locations in Atlanta and Asia. Next SAUPO conference will be held in person on Friday, April 17, 2026 at KSU Center, 3333 Busbee Drive, Kennesaw GA 30144. Asia Pacific business leaders, investors, policy makers, diplomats, community leaders, scholars and students will meet in person at 2026-SAUPO-Atlanta to develop and strengthen partnerships. The main purposes of SAUPO are information exchange, business network building, global visibility, investment to/from Asia and workforce development.
  

  SAUPO 2026 Itinerary: Friday April 17, 2026 from 9:00am to 5:00pm
  

  9:00am-10:00am: Registration & Breakfast with Live Guzheng Music Performance (sponsored by KSU College of Architecture and Construction Management)
  

  10:00am-10:30am: Opening & Introductions (sponsored by KSU Radow College of Humanities & Social Sciences (RCHSS)

  • Sha Huang, Asian Studies Director, Chinese Program Director, Professor of Chinese, KSU
  • May Gao, SAUPO Chair, Professor of Communication & Asian Studies, KSU
  • Gregory Paul, Associate Dean, Radow College of Humanities & SS., KSU
  • Kenichi Matsuda, Consul General of Japan in Atlanta
  • Kiyo Kojima, Partner, Smith Gambrell Russell

  10:30am-11:30am: SAUPO Panel #1: Global Business and Sustainability Strategies (sponsored by KSU Coles College of Business)

  • Moderator: Hazem Rashed-Ali, Dean, KSU College of Architecture and Construction Management
  • Raymond Shelton, VP, Chief Sustainability & Communications Officer, YKK AP America
    
  • William Strang, President, TOTO USA
    
  • Robin Cheramie, Dean, KSU Coles College of Business
    
  • Madison Conway, Chief Marketing Officer, The DDC Group

  11:30am-1:30pm:  SAUPO Networking Lunchwith Keynote Speeches with a special visit by KSU Mascot “Scrappy” from 12:45pm-1:15pm (sponsored by Toyo Tires)

  • Introduced by: George Mui, Managing Partner, Global Consultants United
  • Patrick Lenz, President & COO, Toyo Tires
  • DeAnn Golden, President & CEO, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties
  • Joann Hill, Executive Director, Office of Small Business, U.S. Department of Commerce
  • Induction Ceremony for New Members in “2026-2028 SAUPO Advisory Board”
  • • Yuichi Arai, Executive Director, Japanese Chamber of Commerce of Georgia
    • Tina Chu, President, NAC International
    • Takako Fujiwara, President & Founder, OnePower Consulting

  1:30pm-2:30pm: SAUPO Panel #2: AI, Technology and Innovation (sponsored by KSU College of Computing and Software Engineering)

  • Moderator: Lawrence Whitman, Dean, KSU Southern Polytechnic College of Engineering & Engineering Technology
  • Andrew Kim, Director, International Specialty Sales, Delta Air Lines
  • Connor Murray, Head of Stewardship, BSV Association
  • Lucy Lu, Founder & CEO, aiLegal
  • Mahmut Karakaya, Program Director, Master of Science in AI, KSU

  2:30pm-3:00pm: Afternoon Networking Break (sponsored by YKK AP)
  
  3:00pm-4:00pm: SAUPO Panel #3: Global Workforce Development (sponsored by KSU College of Science & Mathematics)

  • Moderator: Nozomi Morgan, Founder & CEO, Michiki Morgan Worldwide
  • Sachiko Ueno, HR Manager, Nissei ASB Company
  • Rose Jarboe, Founder & CEO, WePartner
  • Ming Francis, Co-Founder, The LiveHaus Group
  • Heather Koopman, Dean, KSU College of Science & Mathematics

  4:00pm-5:00pm: Live Jazz Concert led by Yuichi Arai, Executive Director, Japanese Chamber of Commerce of Georgia (JCCG)

  SAUPO Networking Reception (sponsored by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Georgia Properties (BHHSGA)
  
  SAUPO Zoom Webinar for global livestream will be operated and recorded by
  

  • Brian Olovson, Director of Modern Languages and Cultures, KSU
  • Xiaoling Gao, Lecturer of Business, KSU https://tinyurl.com/5n77bw29

  SAUPO 2026 goes from 9:00am to 5:00pm, Friday April 17, 2026, in person at KSU Center in Atlanta.

  
  For more information and to register, visit https://www.kennesaw.edu/conferences/saupo/

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• Georgia Swarm World Fest

  • When
    Saturday, April 18, 2026
  •  
    2:00 PM
  • Location
    6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy, Duluth, GA 30097

  Purchase Tickets at www.gofevo.com/event/Swarmworld2 

  
  

  Swarm World Fest

  SATURDAY, APRIL 18

  World Fest @ 2:00 pm ET

  Game @ 4:00 PM ET

  On Saturday, April 18, at 4 PM, join us as we celebrate the Georgia Swarm's last regular season home with cultures from around the world with International Night! Fans can experience a global-inspired game day filled with music, activities, and entertainment representing different countries and traditions.

  • Pre-game and in-game cultural performances

  • International-themed giveaways and games

  • Special activities for kids and families

  • A night highlighting the global reach of lacrosse and the Swarm community

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• April Nihongo-Eigo Kai Language Exchange Meet-Up

  • When
    Saturday, April 25, 2026
  •  
    11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Blue Mountain Coffee Roasters (Cumming) 1475 Peachtree Pkwy # C1, Cumming, GA 30041

  　
  

  Nihongo/Eigo Kai Language Exchange
  

  ジョージア日米協会 日本語・英語会

  Saturday, April 25, 2026 @ 11:00AM ET
  

  2026年04月25日 (土) @ 午前11時
  

  Blue Mountain Coffee Roasters

  1475 Peachtree Pkwy # C1, Cumming, GA 30041

  RSVP 申し込み : www.bit.ly/JASG-NihongoKai
  

  The Nihongo Eigo-Kai is a friendly social gathering for anyone looking for an opportunity to chat in, practice, and improve on their Japanese and English conversation skills – speaking, listening, pronunciation, accent reduction, etc. Please RSVP if you plan to come, so we can keep you updated. Those who signed up will receive an email with final details at least one day before the meetup. 
  

  日本語と英語の会話、聴解、発音、アクセント矯正の勉強会に参加しませんか。不得意な点を練習をして、日本語・英語に磨きをかけましょう。気軽な雰囲気の中で参加者と会話を楽しみ皆さんと友達になりませんか。

  2026 Meeting Locations 場所

  January 31	Beard Papa's (Peachtree Corners)
  February 28	Mozart Bakery (Doraville)
  March 28	Sweet Hut (Marietta)
  April 25	Blue Mountain Coffee Roasters (Cumming)
  May 30	The Grove Coffee
  June 27	JASG Office
  July 25	TBA
  August 29	TBA
  September 26	TBA
  October 31	TBA
  November 21	TBA
  December 19	TBA

  
  Advance registration is required for this program. Individuals who do not register prior to the event may not be able to participate due to capacity and planning limitations. By registering, I understand that photos and/or video may be taken at the event and agree that these materials may be used for promotional purposes.

  このプログラムには事前登録が必要です。イベント前に登録されない方は、定員や計画上の制約により参加できない場合があります。登録にあたり、イベント中に写真や動画が撮影される可能性があること、またこれらの素材が宣伝目的で使用される可能性があることを理解し、同意します。

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• 2026 Japan Academic Challenge

  • When
    Saturday, April 25, 2026
  •  
    1:30 PM
  • Location
    Sharon Forks Library (2820 Old Atlanta Road Cumming, GA 30041)

  
  

  JPN Academic Challenge Team Registration

  (JAC REGISTRATION DEADLINE: APRIL 17, 2026)
  

  JAC Guidelines 2026 (pdf)

  Venue Information, Map & Directions

  Student Code of Conduct

  2026 JAC Event Program Coming Soon!

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• おうちごはん! (OuchiGohan) Salmon Takikomi Gohan & Mitarashi DangoHome Cooking Class

  • When
    Saturday, April 25, 2026
  •  
    6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Location
    Zoom Online Meeting

  
  

  To complete your registration, click HERE or visit www.jasnc.org/jasnc-ouchigohan

  おうちごはん! (Ouchigohan) Salmon Takikomi Gohan & Mitarashi Dango Home Cooking

  Japanese Home Cooking with Table for Two, Japan-America Societies  & Japan Societies in Atlanta/Georgia, Boston, Houston, Philadelphia, Washington DC, Colorado, North Carolina, and USJETAA

  Saturday, April 25, 2026 @ 5:00-6:30 PM ET
  

  $10 Members / $15 Non-members

  JASG members use code "georgia"

  
  

  Hosted online via Zoom

  ( receive an email with the Zoom link and recipe card after registering )

  

  Let’s welcome the new season with a trio of delicious spring dishes! This month’s menu continues our #EdamameChamp programming with Salmon Takikomi Gohan, a comforting one-pot rice dish studded with bright green edamame. Rice, salmon, vegetables, and savory seasonings cook together in a rice cooker or on the stovetop, creating a flavorful and nourishing Japanese-style pilaf!​

  ​We’ll also prepare Broccolini with Miso Dressing, inspired by nanohana, Japan’s delicate spring vegetable. The tender broccolini pairs beautifully with a rich, savory miso sauce that highlights the fresh flavors of the season.​

  ​To finish, we’ll make Mitarashi Dango, one of Japan’s most beloved traditional sweets. These chewy dumplings are made with silken tofu for extra tenderness and drizzled with a glossy sweet soy glaze—the perfect balance of sweet and savory.​

  ​Join us as we cook, taste, and celebrate the flavors of spring—right from the comfort of your own kitchen.

  

  

  Debra Samuels leads the program content and curriculum development of TABLE FOR TWO USA’s Japanese inspired food education program,   “Wa-  Shokuiku -Learn. Cook. Eat Japanese!”. She was a food writer and contributor to the Food Section of   The Boston Globe and has authored two cookbooks: “My Japanese Table,” and “The Korean Table.” She curated the exhibit, “Obento and Built Space:Japanese Boxed Lunch and Architecture,” at the Boston Architectural College (2015) and co-curated  “Objects of Use and Beauty: Design and Craft in Japanese Culinary Tools,” at the Fuller Craft Museum (2018). Debra worked as a program coordinator and an exhibition developer at the Japanese department of the Boston Children's Museum (1992-2000).  She has lived in Japan, all together, for 12 years and specializes in Japanese cuisine.  She travels around the country and abroad teaching hands-on workshops on obento, the Japanese lunchbox. During Covid 19 she is teaching live online cooking programs to youth and adults.
  

  おうちごはん！Ouchigohan! – Japanese Home Cooking is a special collaboration between members of the National Association of Japan-America Societies and Table for Two’s innovative food program, Wa-Shokuiku: Learn. Cook. Eat Japanese!, featuring recipes selected to introduce Japanese food philosophy and preparation techniques. Make simple, healthy, home-style Japanese food to enjoy with friends and family. The series is co-organized by he Japan-America Society of Georgia, The Japan Society of Boston, The Japan-America Society of Houston, TheJapan America Society of Colorado, Japan-America Society of North Carolina, Japan America Society of Greater Philadelphia,The Japan-America Society of Washington D.C. and US JET Alumni Association.

  
  

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• Atlanta United AAPI Heritage Night

  • When
    Saturday, May 02, 2026
  •  
    7:30 PM
  • Location
    Mercedes Benz Stadium 1 AMB Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30313

  Purchase Tickets at www.gofevo.com/event/AAPI26

  
  

  Japanese Community Outing at Atlanta United Soccer Game

  Join us for a special Japanese Community Outing as Atlanta United takes on CF Montréal on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 7:30 PM at Mercedes‑Benz Stadium!

  Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month and show your support for Japanese player Cayman Togashi, all while enjoying one of the most exciting matches of the season.

  ⭐ Special Highlights for Attendees

  • Atlanta United Sensu Fan for all attendees

  • Exclusive discounted seating so everyone can enjoy the match together

  Why Join?

  It’s a great chance to connect with the Japanese and Asian-America Pacific Islander community, celebrate culture, and enjoy a thrilling night of soccer with friends, family, and fellow supporters.

  Let’s fill the stadium with Japanese spirit — red, white, and the rising sun. We hope to see you there!

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• Atlanta Symphony Concert + Meet & Greet Reception

  • When
    Saturday, May 09, 2026
  •  
    8:00 PM
  • Location
    Atlanta Symphony Hall - 1280 Peachtree Street NE Atlanta, Georgia 30309

  For discounted tickets visit www.bit.ly/JASG-ASO26

  
  

  

  Post-Concert Meet & Greet Reception

  Join us for a special post‑concert Meet & Greet Reception at PNC Place following the performance on May 9th. This exclusive gathering offers a unique opportunity to connect with the evening’s featured artists and members of Atlanta’s vibrant musical community. We are delighted to welcome local musicians, including Kelly Kanai, Noriko Clift, and Kenn Wagner. Guests will have the chance to meet the performers, enjoy light refreshments, and celebrate another wonderful night of music and cultural exchange.

  
  

  About the Concert Program

  Two wartime poets expressed disillusionment; two composers spun their poems into evocative musical scores. Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Principal Violist Zhenwei Shi stands in for Childe Harold in Berlioz's picturesque Harold in Italy. Robert Spano presents the "fearless" piano virtuoso Conrad Tao in Bernstein's plaintive and sassy symphony "The Age of Anxiety," inspired by W.H. Auden's Pulitzer Prize-winning poem.

  Program

  • Berlioz Harold in Italy
  • BernsteinSymphony No. 2, "The Age of Anxiety"

  For discounted tickets visit www.bit.ly/JASG-ASO26

  (or use the code JASG at checkout on ASO website)

  For more information about the concert, visit www.aso.org/events/detail/america250-spano-conducts-bernstein-berlioz

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