Japan America Society of Wisconsin

JASWI Reception for Japanese Language & Community Leaders
2025-10-19 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Lawrence University, Appleton WI, 711 E Boldt Way, Appleton, WI, 54911, United States
We are bringing together Wisconsin’s Japanese language educators and community leaders to discuss ideas for strengthening our Japan-Wisconsin connections, share ideas and explore new opportunities for collaboration. This event will include small breakout sessions (focused on sister city programs, K-12 / post-secondary language education, community initiatives), networking, and live entertainment.
We’re also honored to have Consul General Masashi Mizobuchi joining us from the Japanese Consulate in Chicago to share his insights and support our collective efforts.

Event Details:
📅 Sunday, October 19, 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
📍 Warch Campus Center, Nathan Pusey Room, Lawrence University, Appleton, WI

For more information about how to join, contact Kerry.Clark@jaswi.org

Host a Student or Adult from Tsubame, Japan
2025-07-31 - 2025-08-06 | Sheboygan, WI, Sheboygan, WI, United States
The Mayor’s International Committee (MIC) of Sheboygan invites you to be part of a special experience!
From Thursday, July 31st, to Wednesday, August 6th, 2025, we will welcome a delegation of 10 students (ages 13-16) and 3-5 adults from our Sister City, Tsubame, Japan. We’re currently seeking host families who would love to open their homes and share in this exciting cultural exchange. Would you like to be part of it?
What Does Hosting Involve?
✅ Family time on arrival and Sunday, August 3rd – a great chance to bond with your guest.
✅ Guests depart Wednesday, August 6th – their final day will likely be spent in Chicago.
✅ Priority for families with children ages 13-16, but all families are welcome to apply!
Why Host?
🌏 Build international friendships and experience Japanese culture firsthand.
🤝 MIC provides full support to help make hosting easy and enjoyable.
📬 Connect with your guest in advance for a smooth and comfortable experience.
Tsubame carefully selected this delegation through a special contest, and we’re honored to host them. This exchange promises to bring lasting friendships, new perspectives, and unforgettable memories to your family.
If you or someone you know is interested in hosting, please reach out! Feel free to share contact details, and we would be happy to follow up directly.
Click here to download a printable PDF version of the Hosting Flyer
Let’s make this a truly special cultural exchange! ✨
Contact Information: Lisa Salgado
📧 trouvaillelovely@gmail.com
📞 (920) 445-9333

July 24: Frank Lloyd Wright and Japan: Traditional Japanese Culture as a Means to Modern American Architecture
2025-07-24 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | First Unitarian Society’s Meeting House, 900 University Bay Drive, Madison, WI, 53705, United States
Join world-renowned architectural scholar Professor Kevin Nute to explore the connections between Frank Lloyd Wright, Wisconsin, and Japanese design. The event will be held in the Landmark Auditorium of FUS’s Meeting House, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright himself.
For questions or more information, please contact info@jaswi.org.
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July 19: Kikkoman Cookout at Jefferson Summer Festival
2025-07-19 12:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Rotary Park, Jefferson, 301 S Gardner Ave, Jefferson, 53549
A fun “matsuri” style event to mark the new partnership between the City of Jefferson and Kikkoman Foods, Inc. Local chefs will prepare sample dishes showcasing a variety of Kikkoman sauces and flavors. The event will also feature food trucks and Japanese themed music & dance performances to highlight the best of Japanese food, culture and community.
For more information, contact us at info@jaswi.org

Discover Japan: A Celebration of Travel, Literature and Global Connections
2025-04-17 17:00 - 18:30 UTC | Oregon Public Library, 200 N Alpine Pkwy, Oregon, WI, 53575, United States
Join us for an inspiring evening celebrating Japan’s culture, literature and our community’s global connections! Explore the new “Library of Japan” book collection donated by the Japan America Society of Wisconsin and hear about what students from Oregon High School learned on their recent trip to Japan. The evening will also feature remarks from Consul-General Naoya Kishi.

Admission: Free
Light refreshments will be available.

Yumi Kurosawa Trio Concert
2025-04-02 20:00 - 22:00 UTC | Lawrence University, 420 E. College Ave, Appleton, 54911, United States
Yumi Kurosawa is one of today’s most exciting soloists on Japan’s national instrument, the koto.
April 2nd, 2025 at Harper Hall at Lawrence University, WI

Beni Daiko - International Festival 2025
2025-03-08 13:15 - 14:00 UTC | Overture Centre, 201 State Street, Madison, WI, 53703, United States
As part of this year’s annual International Festival at the Overture Center in Madison, local Japanese Taiko drumming group Beni Daiko will be hosting a free performance in the Capitol Theatre space from 1:15pm – 1:45pm. The festival runs all day from 10am to 5pm with nearly 30 free performances celebrating the rich cultural heritage of Wisconsin international community as well as cuisines, arts and crafts from around the world.

Anime Milwaukee 2025
2025-03-07 08:00 - 2025-03-09 17:00 UTC | Hilton Milwaukee City, 509 W Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI, 53203, United States
Anime Milwaukee (AMKE) is a three-day anime convention that operates at the Hilton Milwaukee City Center and Baird Center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with an estimated economic impact of over $3 million to the downtown area. We celebrate and educate fans about anime, manga, Asian culture, music and gaming.

Majison-Madison’s Annual Japanese Autumn Festival
2024-09-28 12:00 - 16:00 UTC | Neighborhood House Community Center, 29 Mills Street, Madison, WI, 53715, United States
Save the date – Annual Autumn Festival on September 28th!

International Conference on Japanese Language Education
2024-08-01 08:00 - 2024-08-03 17:00 UTC | Memorial Union, 800 Langdon Street, Madison, WI, 53706, United States
Madison, Wisconsin was the host location for the 2024 International Conference on Japanese Language Education (ICJLE), with the conference theme of “Exploring Issues of Diversity and Expertise in Japanese Language Education”.
