Community Services

JASC provides much needed community services to people of all ages, ethnicities and economic means

Cultural Programs

Preserving the cultural heritage of Japanese Americans through events and education

Legacy Center

Collecting and archiving materials reflecting the Japanese American experience in the Chicago area

Upcoming Events

NEW ADULT MISO MAKING WORKSHOP COMING IN JANUARY!

Registration will open on Thursday, December 11, 2025

NEW PROGRAM STARTING IN 2026!

JASC is partnering with the Nineteenth Century Charitable Association for an exclusive panel discussion on the importance of preserving Japanese American oral histories.

Ross Harano and Linda Kawano—contributors to the JASC Legacy Center’s Oral History Project—will share personal stories from their experiences during and after World War II incarceration. Erik Matsunaga will provide historical context on Japanese American resettlement in Chicago, and Mike Tanimura will speak to JASC’s enduring role in supporting and strengthening the community.

This event is free and open to the public

New Years Day Camp returning in January 2026!

Registration will open on Thursday, December 11, 2025

Ways You Can Help

There are various ways to support JASC and help the organization grow and achieve our goals!

Become a member

Volunteer

Donate

Become a sponsor