Japan America Society of Oklahoma

  JASO Japanese Language Learning Social! 🎉 ⚠️ This event is exclusively open to students who attended a JASO Japanese language course this summer. Space is limited, so be sure to RSVP! Calling all students who joined us for the JASO Japanese Language Courses this summer! Come join us for a FREE afternoon social where you can practice your Japanese, meet fellow students, and have some fun! 📅 Sunday, August 30 ⏰ 2:00 PM–4:00 PM 💴 FREE! 👉 RSVP here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdb-mrb2Yuo4-EEciIA9Fk3iJZrBJxZgfp136LsJLeZcs-qmw/viewform We hope to see you there! 🇯🇵✨ #JASO #JapaneseLanguage #LearnJapanese #JapaneseCulture #LanguageLearning #JASOklahoma

First day of the class: Tuesday, September 8, 2026 *Ad-B2 starts on September 15. Registration deadline: Friday, September 4, 2026 We offer only 12 spots for each class, please sign up as soon as possible to secure your spot! More information and registration : https://www.japanoklahoma.org/japanese-language-course If you have any questions, please let us know : language@japanoklahoma.org We look forward to studying with you!

  Welcome to JASO Summer Camp 2026! We're so excited to welcome everyone and can't wait to see y'all tomorrow for three days of Japanese culture, language, crafts, games, and fun! We hope you're ready for an amazing camp filled with new friends and great memories. See you tomorrow!

  Summer Camp 2026 Registration is NOW OPEN! Join us August 4, 5, & 6 from 9:00am–12:00pm at UCO for an exciting summer experience filled with fun, learning, and activities! Spots are limited, so be sure to register early. We can’t wait to see everyone this summer! Register here: https://www.japanoklahoma.org/summer-camp #SummerCamp2026 #UCO #SummerFun #KidsCamp #RegistrationOpen See less

  Come stop by the Japan America Society of Oklahoma booth this coming weekend on June 6th from 10am–5pm at the annual Bonsai Society event held at the Will Rogers Garden Center! Hosted by @centralokbonsaisociety 3400 Northwest 36th Street Oklahoma City, OK 73112 This free event will feature beautiful bonsai displays, live performances by Kanpai Taiko, and a chance to learn more about the art and culture surrounding bonsai. If you’ve ever been interested in this unique pursuit, come check it out and say hello! #JASO #JapanAmericaSociety #OklahomaCity #Bonsai #BonsaiSociety #JapaneseCulture #KanpaiTaiko #OKCEvents #FreeEvent #WillRogersGardenCenter #VisitOKC #CulturalExchange

  APRIL 11th 2pm-4pm  UCO LIBERAL ARTS BUILDING

  Please join us for the Annual Member Meeting to discuss current JASO matters and vote for the General and Executive Boards for 2026-2027. Date: Saturday, March 28, 2026 Time: 1 PM - 2 PM Place: Southwest OKC Library 2201 SW 134th Oklahoma City, OK 73170 No RSVP required.

  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...

  Sunday, February 23. 1-3pm Putnam City West High School Please stay tuned for more information! #mochitsuki   #setsubun   #恵方巻き   #日本文化   #oklahoma   #japan   #オクラホマ   #オクラホマ日米協会   #japanese   #節分   #おもち   #おもちつき   #おもちつき大会