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  • Wa! 和

    Forage, Eau Claire 403 S Barstow St, Eau Claire, WI, United States

    Join us for a special event featuring a Japanese Tea Ceremony and a Taiko Drum Performance! You will have the opportunity to watch a Tea Ceremony demonstration led by Keiko, the JOI (Japan Outreach Initiative) Coordinator based at UW-Stout. Enjoy delicious Japanese sweets, and make your own bowl of matcha! Additionally, you can savor treats…

  • Peaceful Forest – Japanese Taiko Performance

    First Unitarian Society's Meeting House 900 University Bay Drive, Madison, WI, United States

    Experience the power of Japanese drumming! Join us for a special 30-minute taiko performance by Peaceful Forest (peacefulforest.org), followed by a Q&A to hear about this family's inspiring journey and mission. World champion taiko drummer Takumi Kato and his three children, performing together as Peaceful Forest, are on an extraordinary four‑year journey to share a…

    Free

  • AI Frontiers: U.S.-Japan Innovation and Impact

    Virtual Event

    AI FRONTIERS: U.S.–Japan Innovation and Impact Hosted by Japan America Society of Chicago – Virtual Access for JASWI Corporate Members The Japan America Society of Wisconsin (JASWI) is pleased to invite our corporate members to join virtually for AI FRONTIERS: U.S.–Japan Innovation and Impact, a special program organized by the Japan America Society of Chicago.…

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    Noh in Dialogue: Music and Tradition in Japanese Performing Arts

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    Discover the world of Noh (能), the oldest surviving form of Japanese theater. This program explores Noh’s refined masks, stylized movement, distinctive stage, and evocative musical traditions. The presentation places Noh in conversation with later classical forms such as Kabuki (歌舞伎) and Bunraku (文楽), highlighting Japan’s unique aesthetic heritage. Presenter:Dr. Mariko AnnoAssociate Professor, Institute of…

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  • Kimono: Garment, Canvas, and Artistic Muse

    Trout Museum of Art 325 E. College Ave, Appleton, WI, United States

    The Trout Museum of Art is exhibiting Kimono: Garment, Canvas, and Artistic Muse, exploring kimono as a garment in Japanese history and culture. Professor Akimi Adler, Adjunct Assistant Professor Japanese at Lawrence University, will give a lecture on June 6th at 1:00pm. The museum entrance fee is waived for this year, courtesy of the Boldt…

  • UW-Japan Life Sciences Forum

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    UW-Madison Fluno Center 601 University Ave, 8th Floor, Madison, WI, United States

    Join U.S. and Japanese leaders in industry, academia, and government at the UW–Japan Life Sciences Forum. This event will showcase regional biotech strengths and create opportunities for companies and academics with aligned interests to connect. Hosted by the Japan America Society of Wisconsin (JASWI) in partnership with the University of Wisconsin–Madison's College of Agricultural and…

  • Japanese Culture Night – Oshkosh Taiko Performance

    Reeve Memorial Union 748 Algoma Blvd, Oshkosh, United States

    Join University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh's Club Nippon Friday, May 8th from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM in the Reeve Union Room 202 (748 Algoma Blvd) for an evening celebrating Japanese culture. Guests will experience dynamic taiko drum performances by Oshkosh Taiko, along with a demonstration of Bon Odori (盆踊り), a traditional Japanese dance with over 500…

  • Frank Lloyd Wright Meeting House Heritage Weekend

    First Unitarian Society's Meeting House 900 University Bay Drive, Madison, WI, United States

    The Friends of the Meeting House invites you to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the opening of the First Unitarian Society Meeting House during a series of events the weekend of June 5-7. In addition to tours and lectures, a free open house will be held on Sunday, June 7 from 1-4pm. The iconic national…

  • Takarazuka Dinner Show

    The Wisconsin Club 900 W. Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee

    The Takarazuka Dinner Show features a historic performance by the legendary Takarazuka Revue in their special visit from Japan. The evening includes a curated full-course dinner alongside performances from the Ballet Folklorico Xanharati, United Donauschwaben of Milwaukee, and Nefetari African Dance Company.  

  • Kikkoman Cookout Summer Festival

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    Rotary Park, Jefferson 301 S Gardner Ave, Jefferson

    Join us at Rotary Waterfront Park in Jefferson for a free, family-friendly celebration of Japanese culture, food, and music. Enjoy live cultural performances, delicious cuisine and traditional Japanese festival activities for all ages at the 2026 Kikkoman Cookout. Event Details Saturday, July 18th 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Rotary Waterfront Park, Jefferson FREE & Open to the public  …