Japan America Society of Oklahoma

  Please join us for our first ever JASO Nihongo Café this Thursday evening, March 5th, from 7 PM - 8 PM! JASO Nihongo Café is a place for Japanese language learners to meet via video call and practice their speaking and listening skills. All levels are welcome - we hope to see you there! And don’t worry - if you can’t make it this week, we plan to host Nihongo Café on a recurring basis every first and third Thursday of the month. - First Nihongo Café Session (Thursday, March 5th) - Second Nihongo Café Session (Thursday, March 19th) https://www.japanoklahoma.org/calendar

Saturday, June 21  Embassy Suites Norman Hotel & Conference Center 2501 Conference Dr, Norman, OK 73069 https://soonercon.com/ Please come join our cultural booth.

  Japanese Summer Camp for  K through 9th grade students August 5, 6, & 7th at 9am-12pm @University of Central Oklahoma * K= Entering Kindergarten in Fall '25 Activities include Japanese Language lessons, Calligraphy, Games, Japanese traditional dance and music, Origami, crafts, experiences, etc. Price：  Early Birds           $100 + online payment fee $5  (Total $105)                After June 30 ~  $120 + online payment fee $5  (Total $125) Register:   https://www. japanoklahoma.org/summer-camp Spots are limited. Please get in touch with us, if the parents are available to volunteer at the summer camp

  JASO Traditional Craft Workshop Series #4: May Event We’re excited to announce JASO’s Traditional Craft Workshop Series! Each month, we’ll explore and celebrate Japanese traditional crafts. This month, we’re featuring traditional craft from Kyoto! We are celebrating the 20th anniversary of the sister city relationship between Norman and Seika. We are inviting 2 artists from Kyoto, Takaaki Saida, Miho Harada. We will make a special coaster with the artists for Mother's Day Gift! Takaaki Saida (Stone Carving Artist) - He is the fifth-generation successor of Saita Stoneworks, a company founded in 1902 (Meiji 35), and a certified traditional craftsman. Miho Harada (Textile Artist) - Founder of the textile brand PARANOMAD. Captivated by the beauty of woven fabrics, the sophistication of textile mills, and the artistry of skilled craftsmen, they set their mission on sharing the charm of the Tango region with audiences both in Japan and abroad. Date: Saturday May 10, 2025. 6:00-8:00pm L...

  JASO ✖︎ Nonesuch Wednesday, May 14, 10 am-12 pm https://www.opentable.com/restaurant/profile/1023865... Join us for a special event honoring two decades of cultural connection and friendship between Norman and Seika. Experience the elegance of a traditional Japanese tea ceremony in collaboration with Oklahoma Chado and enjoy thoughtfully prepared desserts from Wabi-Sabi Tea House. Come celebrate the artistry, food, and friendship that unite our communities. We are celebrating the 20th anniversary of the sister city relationship between Norman and Seika. We are inviting 2 artists from Kyoto, Takaaki Saida, Miho Harada. Takaaki Saida (Stone Carving Artist) - He is the fifth-generation successor of Saita Stoneworks, a company founded in 1902 (Meiji 35), and a certified traditional craftsman. Miho Harada (Textile Artist) - Founder of the textile brand PARANOMAD. Captivated by the beauty of woven fabrics, the sophistication of textile mills, and the artistry of skilled craftsmen, th...

  Sponsored by the Japan-America Society of Oklahoma (JASO) and OKC Kendo Dojo Discover the language and discipline of traditional Japanese Kendo —the way of the sword! This 2-week course will introduce you to: Reiho (Etiquette) Kamae (Posture & Guard) Suburi (Fundamental Sword Movements) 🔹 Dates : May 13, 15, 20, 22 🔹 Location : Santa Fe Family Life Center 📍 6300 N Santa Fe Ave, Oklahoma City, OK 73118 🔹 Youth Class (Ages 8–15) : 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM 🔹 Adult Class (Ages 16+) : 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM Classes will be taught in both Japanese and English . No Japanese language skills are required to join. 🎽 Please wear: T-shirt Shorts A face mask during practice ⚔️ Shinai (bamboo practice swords) will be provided 🎟️ Limited seats available! 👉 Sign up here : https://forms.gle/usa1VdTP4MYmFGe3A 💳 Payment link : https://www.paypal.com/instantcommerce/checkout/VVSRYR874VP2S 🥋 剣道入門クラス – 日本語と侍の剣術を学ぼう！ 主催： オクラホマ日米協会（JASO） 日本の伝統武道「剣道」を体験しながら、 日本語 と 礼儀作法 を学び...