The Omoro Sōshi is an indigenous compilation of 1500 songs, poems, and prayers that extoll the golden age of the Ryukyu Islands. It offers insights absent from official histories that focus on great heroes. The collection sheds light on the Ryukyu's semitropical flora and fauna, and by extension, the everyday life of the common people. […]

(日本語は下に続きます）                 Food Safety Seminar: Essential Basics for Food Businesses Are you planning to start a food business? Even if you've been in it for a while, join our seminar where we’ll cover essential food safety topics and what you need to know for your food venture safely. Whether you're looking […]

An Evening of Reflection, Celebration, and Networking! The Japan-America Society of the State of Washington (JASSW) invites you to our Annual Meeting 2025 on Wednesday, April 23rd, at the Wing Luke Museum (719 S King St, Seattle, WA 98104). Our Annual Meeting is JASSW’s premier networking event, offering a chance to reflect on past accomplishments, learn more about the […]

Due to popular demand, our hospitality expert is back! Whether your business is facing challenges or looking for a way to expand, we have a solution! Come and talk with Dan Kezner, Restaurant Consultant! This is a one-on-one opportunity to consult with Dan, who has over 30 years of restaurant business experience free of charge. […]