JETAABC

2025 Annual General Meeting
2025-01-17 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Vancouver) | BCIT Downtown Campus, 555 Seymour Street, Vancouver, BC, V6B 3H6
あけましておめでとうございます！ Akemashite omedeto gozaimasu!
It is time for our Annual General Meeting and Shinnenkai. This year’s event will be held at 555 Seymour Street, BCIT’s Downtown Campus, in Vancouver (with the option to attend via Zoom), on Friday, January 17, 2025, 6:00 – 9:00pm. We will begin with a meet-and-greet before proceeding into our AGM and Board of Directors election.
Your RSVP is kindly requested by Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at agm@jetaabc.ca or at this RSVP form.
The AGM is your chance to participate in the election of our new Board of Directors and other important JETAABC business. Please consider running for a position! If you would like to run for a position but cannot attend the AGM, please send a platform to agm@jetaabc.ca by January 15, 2025.

Victoria Shinnenkai 2025
2025-01-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Sen Zushi, 940 Fort St, Victoria, BC, V8V 3K2, Canada
Calling all Victoria and Vancouver Island alumni! Celebrate the new year with us at our Shinnenkai. Join us for an evening of good food and great company. Please register by Monday, January 13. We look forward welcoming 2025 with you!

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November Yomi-kai
2024-11-26 19:00 - 20:00 | Online (Zoom)
This month we will read Shiga Naoya’s “Seibei and his Gourd.” A story about young Seibei and his obsession with gourds. Registrants will get access to the short story to read before the meeting!
Click here if you would like to only join us for our November meeting.
Check out our Yomi-kai initiative page to see what other short stories we have read in the past!

Imoni-Kai
2024-10-05 10:00 - 13:00 | Central Park, 3883 Imperial Street, Burnaby, BC, Canada
Our annual Imoni-Kai is a treasured tradition from Yamagata Prefecture. Enjoy hearty taro root stew in Central Park, Burnaby from 10am, Saturday, October 5, 2024, with friends old and new!
Please RSVP here by Wednesday, October 3rd, 2024.

September Yomi-kai
2024-09-24 19:00 - 20:00 | Online (Zoom)
This month we will read Shuhei Fujisawa’s “A Passing Shower.” A burglar takes shelter from the rain in a temple while casing the storehouse he intends to break into. His efforts are thwarted by the assorted people who also come to take shelter. Registrants will get access to the short story to read before the meeting!
Click here if you would like to only join us for our September meeting. (Sep 24 at 7pm over Zoom)
If you wish to get monthly news and updates about our yomikai or any literary events outside of our JETAABC newsletter, please sign up here to join JETAABC Yomikai.

JETAABC Sports Day
2024-09-14 10:30 - 12:00 | Central Park, 3883 Imperial Street, Burnaby, BC, Canada
Register here – https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1FZvNcHxN_0X-ax1L_iCzAG0RGaQMcItyv5Ggp1KUOaI/edit

Celebrate Asian Heritage Month with JETAABC: Dinner & Karaoke Evening.
2024-05-11 17:00 - 19:00 | Downtown Vancouver
Join us for a social evening in downtown vancouver with great company and singing to your heart’s content to your favourite jam. Sign up before May 8. More details will be shared after signing up: (https://forms.gle/2Nzdt9dS3VUgJwbKA)

Celebrate Asian Heritage Month with JETAABC: Author Guest Speaker: Terry Watada
2024-05-11 11:00 - 12:00 | Online (Zoom)
JETAABC Yomi-kai invited Terry Watada to discuss his writing and inspiration and all his work in documenting and sharing the Japanese Canadian story. Zoom link will be shared automatically when you register here.

Meet up with JETAABC Yomi-kai (LiterAsian 2024)
2024-05-04 10:30 - 14:30
Purchase tickets directly on the LiterAsian Festival website here: https://literasian.com/tickets/
JETAABC Yomikai is coordinating a meet up on May 4th.
If you are interested to join us for brunch, sign up here before May 1.

JETAABC and JETAA Ottawa Present: A Conversation with Author Clara Kumagai
2024-04-13 11:00 - 12:00 | Online (Zoom)
Join us for this special online event hosted by JETAA BC and JETAA Ottawa where we get a chance to talk to author Clara Kumagai. Kumagai has feet in Canada, Japan, and Ireland and has written a number of short stories for the Banshee Press and Stinging Fly. In 2023, she published her first YA novel, Catfish Rolling. We will dive into what inspired her to explore space and time through Sora.
Click here to listen to Clara’s quick summary of what her new book is all about. It will make you interested in picking up a copy of the book yourself at your local bookstore!
Whether you are a fan of Kumagai or new to her stories, we hope that you can join us for an interactive evening (or day) of words and imagination.
Date: Saturday, April 13th
Time: 11 am PDT / 2pm EDT / 7 pm GMT
Where: Zoom
RVSP: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcod-utqDMsGtCdYLZgK-gwgv6_foBB_RTx#/registration

March Yomi-Kai
2024-03-26 19:00 - 20:00 | Online (Zoom)
This month we will read Takashi Atoda’s “Dried Fish and an Electrical Leak.” Follow the main character, Mrs Sugita, as she tries to get to the bottom of the mysteries of her fridge and electrical bill. Click here to join us on Tuesday, March 26th at 7pm PDT over Zoom.
If you wish to get monthly news and updates about our yomikai outside of our JETAABC newsletter, please sign up here to join JETAABC Yomikai.

2024 Metro Vancouver Japan Bowl
2024-03-09 10:00 - 16:00 | Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre, 6688 Southoaks Crescent, Burnaby, BC, Canada
JETAABC is excited to invite high school students learning Japanese to participate in the Metro Vancouver Japan Bowl.The Japan Bowl® is a Japanese language and culture competition for high school students studying Japanese. The Japan-America Society of Washington DC organized and hosted the first Japan Bowl in 1992. The competition has since been expanding overseas and is now held in Poland, England, Italy, Mexico, Serbia, Bulgaria, France, etc. The inaugural Canadian Japan Bowl® was held in Vancouver in 2018.
For students, teachers, community partners, and sponsors looking for more information, please see this page.
The Metro Vancouver Japan Bowl® is entirely volunteer-run. Interested in lending a hand and having fun supporting Japanese education in Vancouver? Indicate your interest here.

February Yomi-Kai
2024-02-27 19:00 - 20:00 | Online (Zoom)
This month we will read Genji Keita’s “Mr English.” Take a snippet into the salaryman’s life back in 1950s/60s Japan through the eyes of “Mr English.” Click here to join us on Tuesday, February 27th at 7pm over Zoom.
If you wish to get monthly news and updates about our yomikai outside of our JETAABC newsletter, please sign up here to join JETAABC Yomikai.

Cross-Chapter Career on Track Event
2024-02-24 10:00 - 13:30 | Online (Zoom)
Save the date! We will be hosting a virtual cross-chapter career event on Saturday, February 24th from 10:00-1:30 pm PST. Registration opens Wednesday, January 24th. The first 20 people will get a $10 meal subsidy (must be used during the event), so keep your eye out on social media or future newsletters for the registration link!

JET Ski 2024
2024-02-17 - 2024-02-19 | Portland, Oregon, Portland, OR, United States
❄️ JET Ski 2024 ❄️
⛷️ JETAA Portland, PNWJETAA, and JETAABC welcome you to our ski & snowboard day!
We are excited to enjoy a weekend of snow sports, good food, and fun in the Portland area!
Don’t wait, register via the link here.
📅Schedule Overview
While our day of winter activities on Sunday, February 18th is the main event, we have plenty of bonus events to keep you busy all weekend! See below for our full schedule:
Saturday, 2/17, afternoon (exact time TBD) – Tour of the SakeONE sake brewery in Forest Grove, OR
Saturday, 2/17, 6pm – Welcome dinner in Portland (exact location TBD)
Sunday, 2/18, 9am-dusk – Winter activities at Mt. Hood Skibowl
Sunday, 2/18, 6pm – Après Ski dinner at Takahashi in southeast Portland
Monday, 2/19, 10am – Visit to the Portland Japanese Garden
Feel free to join as many or as few activities as you want. Continue reading for more details on each activity!
🏨 Lodging & Places to Stay
JET Ski organizers will not be coordinating accommodations for participants. Our hosts in Portland recommend staying on the eastside of Portland, or east of the city between Portland and Mount Hood (Gresham, Happy Valley, Sandy)
Accommodation options will be added here soon. JET Ski organizers do not endorse any hotels found by clicking the link, nor do they have any rooms on hold at any hotels for JET Ski participants. You are responsible for your own accommodations.
⚡️ Early Bird Deadline: January 31st, 11:59 p.m.
Register before midnight on January 31st to be eligible for a USD $30.00 subsidy when purchasing any winter activities — courtesy of JETAABC, PNWJETAA, and JETAA Portland. This applies to lift tickets, rentals, lessons, or packages.
Early Bird subsidy is limited to the first ten (10) participants from each chapter who register before the deadline. You will be informed after the Early Bird period has ended whether you and your group qualify.
⭐️ Registration Deadline: February 15th, 11:59 p.m.
All registrations for winter activities must be completed by February 8th.
Registration for the Saturday night welcome dinner, après ski happy hour, and Portland Japanese Garden visit close on February 15th at 11:59 p.m.
You can edit your registration up until posted deadlines.
⛷️🏂 Winter Activities
Sunday, February 18, 2023 | 9:00am – Dusk
Location: Mt. Hood Skibowl (map)
Time: Ski/snowboard (Skibowl West): 9:00am – Dusk
Snow Tube and Adventure Park (Skibowl East): 11am – Dusk

Please purchase your own lift ticket via the link below:
https://skibowl.com/?keyword=LiftTickets

*NOTE: Be sure to check the ODOT’s TripCheck website before departure for current road conditions on US HWY 26.

PLEASE NOTE:

Lift tickets are sold on a first-come, first-served basis by the ski resort, and may sell out sooner than anticipated. If the tickets are sold out prior to the event date, the JET Ski organizers DO NOT have any tickets on hold, so please purchase your ticket as soon as possible in order to confirm your participation in the event. Thank you for your understanding!
Early Bird Subsidy of USD$30 for winter activities will be administered on a first-come, first-served basis. Limited to the first 10 registered participants. Participants who register for events other than mountain resort activities are not eligible for this discount. The early bird subsidy of USD$30 cash will be handed out at the ski resort on the day of the event.

🍻 Après Ski Happy Hour
Sunday, February 18, 2023 | 6:00 p.m.

Takahashi
10324 SE Holgate Blvd, Portland, OR 97266 (Map)
Menu
Gluten-free and vegetarian options available
🍶 SakeONE Brewery Tour
Saturday, February 17, 2023 | Afternoon, exact time TBD
SakeONE
820 Elm St, Forest Grove, OR 97116 (map)
https://www.sakeone.com/
🍲 Saturday Night Welcome Dinner
Saturday, February 17, 2023 | 6:00 p.m.
Location to be confirmed, check back soon!
🏯 Visit to Portland Japanese Garden
Monday, February 19, 2023 | 10:00 am
Location: Portland Japanese Garden (map)
Time: 10:00 am

Please purchase your own ticket via the link below:
https://secure.japanesegarden.org/events

PLEASE NOTE:

Entrance tickets are sold on a first-come, first-served basis by the Japanese Garden, and may sell out sooner than anticipated. If the tickets are sold out prior to the event date, the JET Ski organizers DO NOT have any tickets on hold, so please purchase your ticket as soon as possible in order to confirm your participation in the event. Thank you for your understanding!
50% of the ticket cost will be reimbursed on a first-come, first-served basis. Limited to the first 8 registered participants. Reimbursements will be handed out in USD at the garden on the day of the event.

🌡️ Health & Safety Policy
Please refer to the following websites for health and safety information:
Oregon Health Authority
Multnomah County Health Dept.
Mt. Hood Skibowl Safety and Responsibility Code
🤔Questions? Concerns?
Please contact: danielle@jetaabc.ca
Don’t wait, register via the link here.
We look forward to seeing you soon!

Ninja Tag
2024-02-03 11:00 - 12:00 | Ninja Tag Coquitlam
Come join us for a fun and friendly gamified experience at Ninja Tag in Coquitlam on Saturday, February 3rd! All fitness levels are welcome. First 10 alumni who register get a discount. Sign up here by Thursday, February 1st!

January Yomi-Kai
2024-01-30 19:00 - 20:00 | Online (Zoom)
This month we will read Natsume Soseki’s “The Carlyle Museum.” Explore the homes of Scottish essayist, historian and philosopher Thomas Carlyle and his wife Jane from 1834 through the eyes of Natsume Soseki. Click here to join us on Tuesday, January 30th at 7pm over Zoom.
If you would like to be updated on latest literary news and access to special literary resources, please sign up here to join JETAABC Yomikai.

4th Annual JETAA Bento Workshop
2024-01-28 13:00 - 15:00 | 1 Kingsway in Vancouver, B.C. V5T 3H7, 1 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC, V5T 3H7, Canada
We are excited to announce our fourth JETAA Bento Workshop co-hosted by JETAA Portland, JETAABC and AKJETAA on January 28, 2024 at 1pm PST/12 pm AKST. The focus of the workshop will be onigiris (japanese riceballs). The event will be hosted virtually and in-person simultaneously.
Our trusted facilitator, Amanda Oumiya from KL Bentos, will guide you through 3 different methods to make yummy onigiris. Whether you are attending virtually or in-person, we will be working together with YOU to elevate your onigiri making skills. It’s ONIGIRI time!!!
Follow our Facebook Event Page for more details and to drop a post if you have any questions and comments about the event!
Sign up to participate in person here by Jan 27 at 5pm OR
Sign up to get a Zoom Link here.
We look forward to meeting you there!

2024 Annual General Meeting
2024-01-26 18:00 - 21:00 | Creekside Community Centre, 1 Athletes Way, Vancouver, BC, V5Y 0B1, Canada
あけましておめでとうございます！ Akemashite omedeto gozaimasu!
It is time for our Annual General Meeting and Shinnenkai. This year’s event will be held at 1 Athletes Way in Vancouver (with the option to attend via Zoom), on Friday, January 26, 2024, 6:00 – 9:00pm. We will begin with a meet-and-greet before proceeding into our AGM and Board of Directors election.
Your RSVP is kindly requested by Friday, January 19, 2024 at agm@jetaabc.ca or at this RSVP form.
The AGM is your chance to participate in the election of our new Board of Directors and other important JETAABC business. Please consider running for a position! A brief description of positions is provided below. If you would like to run for a position but cannot attend the AGM, please send a platform to agm@jetaabc.ca by January 19, 2024.

December Yomi-Kai
2023-12-11 19:00 - 20:00 | Online (Zoom)
This month we will read Satoshi Kitamura’s “Igor Nocturnov.” It is a little quirky illustrated story about a very talented musician that could make anything into beautiful music. Click here to join us on Monday, December 11th at 7pm over Zoom.
If you wish to get monthly news and updates about our yomikai outside of our JETAABC newsletter, please sign up here to join JETAABC Yomikai.

Origami Workshop with Aiko Matsushiba
2023-12-10 13:00 - 15:00 | 1 Kingsway in Vancouver, B.C. V5T 3H7, 1 Kingsway, Vancouver, BC, V5T 3H7, Canada
Get into the holiday spirit with fellow alumni and craft enthusiasts at our in-person Holiday themed Origami workshop.
Unleash your inner artist, fold, and shape beautiful origami creations that will add a personal touch to your holiday cards and decorations. We have specially invited Aiko-san from Aiko’s Family Origami and Craft to guide you through the art of origami in a simple and engaging way.
Whether you’re a seasoned origami expert or completely new to origami, this workshop is the perfect opportunity to socialise with other alumni, make new friends, and enjoy a relaxing afternoon of creativity. Share tips and tricks, exchange ideas, and bond with like-minded individuals as we explore the world of origami.
This event is free! Special thanks to the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs for their generous sponsorship and support!
Sign up here! You will receive a confirmation email from the event organiser with more details for the event at least one week prior to the event.

2023 Bonenkai
2023-12-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Haraheri Eat Bar + Patio, 888 Nelson St, Vancouver, British Columbia, V6Z 2H2, Canada
Come and celebrate the end of another year with JETAABC at our annual bonenkai! Enjoy a delicious izakaya dinner at Eat Bar & Patio Haraheri on Friday, December 8th, and share your memories of 2023. Seating is limited, so RSVP by Wednesday, December 6th.
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November Yomi-Kai
2023-11-21 19:00 - 20:00 | Online (Zoom)
This month we will take a step back to enjoy and read prose from Japan’s Heian period (794-1192): excerpts from Sei Shonagon’s The Pillow Book. Click here to join us on Tuesday, November 21st at 7pm PST over Zoom.
If you wish to get monthly news and updates about our yomikai outside of our JETAABC newsletter, please sign up here to join.

2023 Welcome Back Social
2023-11-10 18:30 - 22:00 | Guu Toramasa, 757 Seymour Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Help us welcome back the new JET alumni in style with an izakaya dinner and karaoke nijikai!
Date: Friday, November 10th
Izakaya Dinner: 6pm, Guu Toramasa (757 Seymour Street, Vancouver)
Karaoke Nijikai: 8:30pm, Fantacity (1133 Robson St, Vancouver)
Please RSVP by Monday, November 6th!

Free Online Movie Screening: Restaurant in the Sky
2023-11-03 15:00 - 2023-11-05 21:00
JETAA Ottawa is collaborating with The Japan Foundation, Toronto to screen a FREE film online on Friday, November 3rd, 2:59 pm to Sunday, November 5th, 8:59pm (Pacific). This means that you register and get a pass to watch the movie between those times.
Restaurant in the Sky is based in the rural inaka of Hokkaido, and chronicles one family’s joy in farming delicious food. See more details and register here!

October Yomi-Kai
2023-10-24 19:00 - 20:00 | Online (Zoom)
This month we will read Edogawa Ranpo’s spooky “The Traveler with the Pasted Rag Picture.” The story is about a stranger with an uncannily live-looking rag-doll picture, telling a story to a fellow traveler of how his brother had sought out and fallen in love with a girl in the picture. Click here to join us on Tuesday, October 24th at 7pm over Zoom.
Fun fact: Did you know that JETAABC Yomikai has been running monthly meetings for three years already?! If you wish to join our regular group members, feel free to sign up here.

Imoni-Kai
2023-10-14 11:00 - 13:00 | Central Park, 3883 Imperial Street, Burnaby, BC, Canada
Our annual Imoni-Kai is a treasured tradition from Yamagata Prefecture. Enjoy hearty taro root stew in Central Park, Burnaby from 11am, Sunday, October 14th, with friends old and new!
Please RSVP here by Wednesday, October 11th.

Metro Vancouver Japan Bowl 2024 Volunteer Info Session
2023-10-13 19:00 - 20:00 | Online (Zoom)
The Metro Vancouver Japan Bowl® provides local high school students with the opportunity to dive deeper into the Japanese language and culture. 🇯🇵 If you’d like to join the fun of planning and hosting the event on Saturday, March 10th, 2024, please attend our volunteer info session on Friday, October 13th at 7pm on Zoom. Even if you can’t attend at that time, please register your interest in volunteering!
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September Yomi-Kai
2023-09-26 19:00 - 20:00 | Online (Zoom)
Come join us on Tuesday, September 26th at 7pm on Zoom as we discuss Yoko Tawada’s To Khabarovsk. Click here to join only September’s meeting.

August Yomi-Kai
2023-08-29 19:00 - 20:00 | Online (Zoom)
Come join us on Tuesday, August 29th at 7pm as we discuss selected excerpts from Polly Barton’s Fifty Sounds. Click here to join only August’s meeting.
