Main Stage at Nikkei Matsuri 日系祭り(sponsored by Global BC) is packed with local talent on Aug 30-31! Enjoy performances by Vancouver Okinawa Taiko, Hitotose, Non Sweet J-pop Girl Group, and many more. Full schedule at nikkeimatsuri.nikkeiplace.org #NikkeiMatsuri #日系祭り

Join us for a special workshop (Sep 1) where you'll learn sakiami — a traditional finger-knitting technique that transforms vintage kimonos into a beautiful kimono patch shawl. Led by renowned Japanese designer Kiwa Anraku. centre.nikkeiplace.org/programs/kiw...

Nikkei Matsuri: A Shopping Experience to Remember! 🛍️ マーケットプレイス・Marketplace 🧸 アニメマーケット・ Anime Market 🎎 お宝マーケット・Otakara Market 日系祭りでショッピングをお楽しみください！ 📅 Saturday & Sunday, August 30-31 📍 6688 Southoaks Crescent, Burnaby 🔗 NIKKEIMATSURI.CA #NikkeiMatsuri #日系祭り

Japanese language classes starting this September - Registration now open. Find out more at centre.nikkeiplace.org/programs/jap...

Get ready to feast at Nikkei Matsuri's Food Zone! 🥢Enjoy Japanese Yatai street eats & treats like Takoyaki, Okonomiyaki, Kakigori and more! 🦑 Supported by Axis Planning/Choya. 日系祭り：フードゾーン（Axis Planning/Choya提供）でおいしい屋台フードをお楽しみください。 🔗 Plan your food adventure at NIKKEIMATSURI.CA #NikkeiMatsuri #日系祭り

Fuel your fun at Nikkei Matsuri! Grab delicious snacks and drinks from Nikkei Cafe (supported by McMillan Lawyers), featuring a fantastic lineup of vendors ☕🥤🍦🍫🍞🍱🍙 🔗 nikkeimatsuri.nikkeiplace.org #NikkeiMatsuri #日系祭り

Join us for Nikkei Matsuri on August 30 & 31! Enjoy traditional games, yukata rentals, kids' crafts, a tea room, a Pokémon league, a seniors lounge and more! Free admission for youth under 18 & seniors over 65. 🔗 nikkeimatsuri.nikkeiplace.org #NikkeiMatsuri #日系祭り

Routes of Remembrance — Japanese Canadian writer Aya Sakura shares her introduction to the Tomoshibi Journey Bus Tour. Have you visited internment sites? Watch the full panel video and share your memories! discovernikkei.org/e... @jamuseum @nnmcc.bsky.social #pastwrongsfuturechoices

The Nikkei Matsuri 🍙Food Truck Plaza (Sponsored by Yokohama Tire) is back! Enjoy tasty eats from local Japanese food trucks and festivities on Aug 30-31. 🔗 nikkeimatsuri.nikkeiplace.org 今年も日系祭りでフードトラックプラザ（ヨコハマタイヤ提供）をお楽しみください。 #NikkeiMatsuri #日系祭り

Get ready for feeling like visiting Japan with the Mikoshi shrine procession, Bon Odori dancing, live music on the Garden Stage (supported by DLA Piper) and more festivities at Nikkei Matsuri on 📅 August 30-31 | 🕚 11am-7pm 📍 6688 Southoaks Crescent, Burnaby 🔗 NIKKEIMATSURI.CA #NikkeiMatsuri #日系祭り

Explore how inherited loss can inspire new artistic expression. Read Reiko Pleau's story of honouring her great-grandfather through her art. centre.nikkeiplace.org/2025/08/01/m...

This year marks our 25th anniversary! Come visit our new exhibit “25 Together” and travel back in time with items from our earliest days, and don't forget to share your memories in the provided notebook. centre.nikkeiplace.org/exhibits/25-...

Nikkei Matsuri 日系祭り returns August 30 & 31! Join us for an authentic Japanese culture festival, marking NNMCC's 25th Anniversary. Experience: Mikoshi, Bon Odori, taiko, samurai show, Japanese food stalls, beer & sake garden, family games and more! Learn more & get tickets: www.nikkeimatsuri.ca

Tomoshibi 灯 Journey: September Tour Our July tour is sold out, but you can still join the powerful Tomoshibi 灯 Journey. This 5-day bus tour (Sept 15-19, 2025) explores Japanese Canadian internment sites, offering history, healing circles, and more. Learn more centre.nikkeiplace.org/education/bu...

Learn about the history, ingredients and basic techniques for 寒天 kanten agar-geleé based sweets from Sen Sakamoto of Kintoki Sweets. Visit our website to find out more details and register. centre.nikkeiplace.org/programs/wag...

Charles H. Kadota Resource Centre Open House Drop in to chat with Collections & Archives staff Explore materials from our collections Learn more about our research services July 12 September 13th 11:00am to 5:00pm centre.nikkeiplace.org/research/

Volunteer at Nikkei Matsuri! Help us celebrate Japanese culture on Aug 30 & 31, 2025. Get a free shirt, meal, and festival entry! No experience needed. Join us! Apply online: 日系祭りでボランティア募集！ 8月30日・31日開催。日本の文化を一緒に祝いませんか？Tシャツ、食事、入場パス付き。経験不問！詳細・応募はウェブサイトより。 centre.nikkeiplace.org/2025/06/26/n...

Call for handmade vendors: Nikkei Craft Fair 2025 November 15 & 16 秋に開催されるクラフトフェアの募集を開始しました。オンラインでお申し込みください。 Apply to become a vendor ONLINE. centre.nikkeiplace.org/2025/06/27/c...

Join a workshop to deepen your understanding of Japanese culture at one of our workshops. Ikebana flower arrangement July 5 Temari Workshops July 6 Summer Kimono dressing class July 6 Indigo Dye July 12 August 14 Japanese Folk Dance Every Sunday centre.nikkeiplace.org/japanese-cul...

Nikkei Matsuri Committee invites vendors to apply for a booth at the new Japanese Pop Culture Market. A room dedicated to merchandise related to Japanese anime, manga, J-pop, video games, original art and all things pop culture. Learn more and apply online by July 6. airtable.com/appPfc7U8dlb...

Unlock your child's creativity this summer! 🖌️ Our Summer Manga Camp (July 28- August 1) helps ages 9-12 strengthen identity & develop drawing skills through character creation and Japanese cultural activities. Led by Ally Adachi. centre.nikkeiplace.org/education/ki... #SummerCamp #ArtForKids

🎋 Join us for the #TanabataMarket Sun, July 6, 11-4pm. 🛍️Explore unique finds, enjoy Japanese food, & bring kids for fun! 🌟Write wishes. Meet a ninja. Celebrate our 25th Anniversary with free admission & stage performances. 👘Yukata photos encouraged. centre.nikkeiplace.org/events/tanab...

#IAW2025: NNMCC celebrates Japanese Canadian stories! Home to the largest community archives, we share history globally. Get free family history research support. Email [email protected] or visit centre.nikkeiplace.org/research/fam... #ArchivesAreAccessible

Super Happy Forever is the latest film by Kohei Igarashi, one of Japan's most promising directors. A beautiful tribute to the enigmatic experience of being in love, to be discovered at VIFF Centre from June 27. viff.org/whats-on/sup... 五十嵐耕平 監督映画 Super Happy Forever が6月27日よりバンクーバーで上映されます。お見逃しなく

Part 2 of Umami: Savouring Artistic Nikkei Identity officially opened on May 29, 2025, with a conversation featuring exhibiting artists and curator Sherri Shinobu Kajiwara. Read about the event on our blog centre.nikkeiplace.org/2025/06/03/u...

Win a Trip to Japan and Support Powell Street Festival & NNMCC. Get tix online before July 24. Enter seller code 'NNMCC'. This simple step helps support the National Nikkei Museum & Cultural Centre. Find out about all their prizes and purchase your tickets here: powellstreetfestival.com/lottery/

料理家 #今井亮 スペシャルイベント開催 日本の料理家、今井亮が贈る、和とカナダを融合した特別なメニューを少人数制でご堪能いただけます。詳細・お申し込みはウェブサイトより Experience a culinary journey with renowned Chef Ryo Imai from Japan on June 19. Delight in his unique Japanese-Canadian fusion creations. Find details on our website. centre.nikkeiplace.org/events/chef-...

You're invited to the opening of "Umami: Savouring Artistic Nikkei Identity, Part Two" on Thursday, May 29, 6-8 PM. centre.nikkeiplace.org/exhibits/uma...

Yuka Morino will be teaching a new class for making lacquerware as well as her regular Kintsugi class on Saturday, June 21. Limited capacity—reserve your spot today. Visit our website for more information. 拭き漆と金継ぎのワークショップを6月21日（土）に開催します。 centre.nikkeiplace.org/japanese-cul...

🌸 Celebrate 60 years of flower arrangement 🌸 The Vancouver Ikebana Association presents their Spring Show at the Nikkei Centre (Hayashi Hall), May 24-25. Exhibition: Sat 11am-4pm, Sun 10am-3pm Demonstrations: Sat 12pm & 2pm, Sun 12pm centre.nikkeiplace.org/events/ikeba...

戦争に翻弄された野球チーム『バンクーバー朝日軍』収容所に入れられ全財産を奪われた“日系カナダ人”の選手たち「この国の生まれなのに敵と扱われた」【ＭＢＳニュース特集】（2025年3月25日） youtu.be/1pyeXi91LZ0?...

This year’s Spring Bazaar held a special significance as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of the NNMCC serving the community. It was heartwarming to see so many familiar faces and new friends come together to celebrate Nikkei culture. centre.nikkeiplace.org/2025/05/07/s...

Experience Japanese Tea Ceremony at Nitobe Garden (UBC) Sun May 18! Guided by Urasenke instructor Yasuko Takahashi, benefiting Nikkei Centre Tearoom Project. Seats: 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm (12 each). Tickets: $35 + garden entry. Tix: bit.ly/nikkeitea Info: centre.nikkeiplace.org/support-us/n...

Join us for a delightful weekend of Japanese food, spring plants, and one-of-a-kind handmade crafts. Admission is free, and your support benefits cultural and community programs. Nikkei Spring Bazaar Saturday & Sunday May 3 & 4 11 am - 4 pm Admission free centre.nikkeiplace.org/events/sprin...

Our friends at Dōjin Arts and the historic Roedde House Museum present a kōdō workshop on April 26. Learn more about the program on the Roedde House Museum website. www.roeddehouse.org/event/kodo-j...

We are proud to announce the signing of a MOU with Mitsubishi Canada Ltd. to support the TAIKEN Field Trips education program for the next 3 years. We are excited to bring Japanese Canadian history and culture to life for more students and teachers. centre.nikkeiplace.org/2025/03/21/t...

We're hiring an Operations Coordinator for a 1-year term, starting April 2025. Assist with events, maintenance, and administration. M-F, 9:30-5pm. Young Canada Works opportunity. See website for details. centre.nikkeiplace.org/about-us/emp...

Tetsuo (Ted) Itani's dedication to peace and humanitarian work is truly inspiring. Discover his legacy in this beautiful tribute created by the Nikkei Place Foundation : www.nikkeiplacefoundation.org/tribute/imo/...

Summerland museum shares a look back at a Japanese women's club in 1934 in honour of International Women's Day - Penticton News www.castanet.net/news/Pentict...

Looking for a fun summer job? We are hiring. Event Assistant (Nikkei Matsuri!) & Youth Program Coordinator (Manga Camp!) roles open. Find details on our website. centre.nikkeiplace.org/about-us/emp...