Event Calendar
Arigatsgiving 2025
Join JETAAMN in merging cultural foods and traditions with Arigatsgiving! Be thankful for the Japanese-Minnesotan fusion foods we will bring to devour while remembering our shared experiences in Japan. This is a potluck event- bring something you and others will enjoy eating!
USJETAA: The Religion of Anime
Join USJETAA and Dr. Jolyon Thomas, Associate Professor of Religious Studies at the University of Pennsylvania, for a fascinating deep dive into anime’s cultural roots, emotional impact, and the almost “religious” devotion it inspires among fans. Featuring special guests Yuri Lowenthal (Shiga, 1993-1995) and Roland Kelts (Osaka, 1998-1999). Whether you’re a lifelong fan or just curious about anime’s global appeal, this discussion promises insight, reflection, and plenty of heart.
JASM Event: Mondale Gala
JASM’s Mondale Gala is an opportunity to socialize and network with members of the Japanese-American community while supporting JASM’s work for cultural exchange and appreciating those awarded with the Mondale scholarships and awards.
JASM Connects - with Pocket Water Press (In Person)
JASM Connects is a relaxed opportunity to meet new people, catch up with old friends ,and enjoy a casual conversation in any language. There are no agendas, no formalities. Feel free to bring your meishi (business cards), though if you don’t have one, don’t worry — just come along and join the fun!
USJETAA: JET to HR
Join USJETAA and JET alumni career coaches for this free webinar that explores career opportunities in Human Resources. Learn how your JET experience can be a natural fit for this people-focused field. Don’t miss this chance to explore new career paths and connect with fellow alumni.
USJETAA Event: October’s Ouchigohan: Onigiri Action Halloween Bash!
This October, USJETAA is excited to host our very first おうちごはん OUCHIGOHAN cooking class! What better way to kick off the fall season than by making Halloween-decorated onigiri along with two other comforting Japanese dishes, cozy kabocha soup and a healthy spinach ohitashi. This family-friendly online class gives you the chance to cook along from your own kitchen or simply watch and enjoy.
Tea House Social
Booo~! Nothing is scarier than tea.
Join us for a social time drinking tea in this brisk fall weather. Reminisce about Japanese times gone by or long for better Japanese days to come with a warm drink and good friends. Hope to see you there!
JETAAMN Hanami 2025
Join us for our annual Hanami event on May 4th from 12:00-3:00 PM at the Rose Garden at Lake Harriet Park.
JETAAMN Virtual Game Night
With winter at full swing, we know most people just want to hunker down and stay home. So join us for a virtual game night! We will pick a few games to play online and if enough people join, we will create some break-out rooms!
RSVP for the Zoom Link here! https://us06web.zoom.us/.../register/xv-XDroXTnGBl5ZxIIEfyQ
Open Board Meeting 2/3/2025
This open board meeting is a behind the scenes look at how our nonprofit functions. Any member of JETAAMN can join in this meeting. We hope to see you there.
JETAAMN Shennenkai 2025 at Gyu-Kaku
Ring in the New Year with a JETAAMN feast at Gyu-Kaku and discuss all the fun things that are in store for 2025!
Bonenkai White Elephant 2024
Join us for our Bonenkai White Elephant event on Wednesday, December 18th, 2024 at Zen Box Izakaya!
ArigatsGiving
Join us for a unique blend of tradition and gratitude at our Japanese Thanksgiving Celebration!
October Happy Hour
Join us on October 17th from 6:00 to 8:30 PM for our October Happy Hour at Sociable Cider Werks, where you can embrace the spirit of fall.
Creating Connections: The Role of Community in Minnesota-Japan Relations
Join the East-West Center in Washington on October 15th at the Minnesota Institute of Art for an event titled "Creating Connections: the role of community in Minnesota-Japan Relations"- a panel and reception featuring the Japanese Ambassador to the United States Shigeo Yamada!
JETAAMN Bonenkai Event
Save the Date!!
It’s that time of year again~ Come join us for food, fun, and stories at our annual Bonenkai event at Zenbox Izakaya! We'll provide some appetizers and sake to toast. Let’s goodbye to the year together. We look forward to seeing you there!
*This will be limited to the first 25 people, so let us know if you can attend! *
Details-
Date: Wednesday, 12/20/2023
Time: 5:00pm-7:00pm
Place: Zen Box Izakaya, 602 S Washington Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55415
JETAAMN Welcome Back Taco Party!
Welcome back our recently returned JETs at our Welcome Back Taco Party event on Thursday, September 28th. Join us at Lake Monster Brewing (550 Vandalia St #160, St Paul, MN 55114) from 6:30pm.
JETAAMN will provide the tacos! And if you are a new JET, we will buy you a drink!
We ask that attendees bring a dish to share with the group -
Last name A-L: Bring a side dish, salad, or chips
Last name M-Z: Bring fruit or a dessert
If you have any dietary restrictions, please RSVP by emailing us at president@jetaamn.org or through our Facebook page!
Lantern Lighting Festival
It’s almost that time of year for the annual Japanese Obon Lantern Lighting Festival!
We need your help during the event on Sunday, August 20th at Como. Give us some of your time, and get JETAAMN swag and FREE ADMISSION to the festival!