Welcome to the Japanese Cultural & Community Center of Washington
Heritage remembered... an exceptional gift to the future.
We are an organization that is committed to preserving, promoting and sharing Japanese and Japanese American culture and heritage. We do so by creating, funding and supporting multi-cultural and intergenerational education which celebrates diversity, art, culture, and language. We are also devoted to preserving Japanese American history and heritage. By honoring both the contributions and challenges of Pacific Northwest Issei and Nisei generations, we offer publications, family legacy projects and the Northwest Nikkei Museum.
What's Happening at JCCCW?
Here's a sampling of activities at the Cultural Center!
Hosekibako ("Jewelbox") Resale Shop Open Thursdays, Friday & Saturdays 10 am - 3 pm
This shop is filled with Japanese art, antiques, collectibles and household treasures. Items are donated from community members adding to the ever changing inventory of Japanese items. The proceeds from sales directly support the programs and operations of the Japanese Cultural & Community Center. It's the perfect time to find a special gift this holiday season for the antique, art and collectible lovers in your life! You may donate Japanese items in good condition, come shop or even volunteer! Learn more!
Omoide ("Memory") Book Project
We offer a wonderful collection of books containing stories written by Japanese Americans about their memories before, during and after World War II. These books are a terrific gift idea to share the personal histories and experiences of Japanese Americans. You may order on-line or stop by our office.
Unsettled - Resettled: Seattle's Hunt Hotel
You may be the key to unlocking a wealth of knowledge about the more than 100 men, women and children who lived in the Japanese Language School buildings following their incareration during World War II. With your help, we can create an accurate listing of the residents and establish a physical acknowledgement at the Cultural Center, displaying the name of each resident. If you can help, please email Bif Brigman at bif @jcccw.org or call 206-568-7114.
JCCCW's Seattle Japanese Language School Accepting Students Today!
Did you know that youth, ages 6-18, may sign up for Japanese Language School classes at any time throughout the year? The instructors are committed to having the doors of learning opportunity continually open for young students. The instructors will work with each student to catch them up to the current level of assignments and topics.
All adult classes are 8 week sessions, meeting one day a week for two hours; from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. Class levels range from Beginner I to Intermediate. The next available adult class will begin January 11, 2012.
For more information. Or contact us at jls@jcccw.org or 206-323-0250.
Plus, the Seattle Japanese Language School is now taking registration for its 2012 Summer program for kids! Find out more about this program or register.
