Save the date for the Eden Bazaar!

Menu:

Chicken Teriyaki

BBQ Ribs

Sushi

Curry Rice

Udon

Chicken Salad

Teri Burgers

Shave Ice

Mochi and other desserts

Activities:

Bingo

Silent Auction

Kid games

* Please note, this year will be a 1 day bazaar.

To all who want to help celebrate the Senior Scholarship Awardees:

To all who volunteered for the Bento, Bazaar or another ETJCC, Eden JACL Activity:

Our Annual Appreciation, Senior Awards Luncheon is now Scheduled:

Date: Saturday, July 25th

Time: Noon

RSVP by July 18th to edentownshipjacl@gmail.com

🎏WAKU WAKU Japanese Culture Workshop

Ever wonder how to experience a different culture?   

Join in a 3-hour session sponsored by a NCWNP District JACL Legacy Fund Grant to hear a delightful seawothy tall tale about how one's choices determine life's experiences.  A centuries-old folktale teaches us about living harmoniously and persevering through tragedy as taught through the four principles of the Japanese 'Way of Tea - Chanoyu.'  The remainder of the workshop will be experiencing craft activities that engage the senses and explores the historical significance of Japanese culture. This workshop is specifically designed for any and all youth ages 7-11 and their guardian partner.  We will learn how culture shapes young people's minds across the Pacific Ocean in a land faraway - Japan.  Presenter Carol Kawase has created and taught a number of these workshops to many young and young-at-heart community members.  Let's share Waku Waku (excitement) time together.  

• 9:30 am Registration

• 10:00 am Kamishibai Story Time

• 10:30 am Rotate through four activity tables

• 12:30 am Share what we've learned

• 12:45 pm Closing Circle for Arigato and Sayonara

• 1:00 pm Each family will receive a goodbye activities fun pack to continue lessons at home

Location of workshop - Eden Japanese Community Center, 710 Elgin Street, San Lorenzo, CA

RSVP sign-up will become available July 1st  

Look forward to seeing you Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 10 - 1 pm!‍ ‍

Enrollment limited to 24 children with their guardian partner. No registration fee.

For all who were unable to attend the Final Concert of Eden Aoba Taiko:

Video link of the May 2nd 2026 Final Concert

Thank you Eden Aoba Taiko for bringing us the rhythm of taiko to our community!

Good luck Masa with your retirement!

Since 1997, Eden Aoba Taiko has served as the rhythmic outlet of our community, sharing the thunderous power of Japanese drumming under the dedicated leadership of founder Masa Fukuizumi. 

What began as a modest ensemble evolved into a powerhouse of fifty members at its height, uniting generations of drummers ages 6 to 80+. From local festivals and parades to international stages in Japan, Eden Aoba's journey has been defined by an appreciation for Japanese culture and the rhythm of taiko. 

The Eden Aoba Taiko Team

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Please join us for lunch! A great opportunity to

socialize, share stories and catch up on the latest

news with friends.

WHO: Seniors interested in a hot Japanese meal cooked by J-Sei’s own Chef Yuji

WHEN: 1st and 3rd Fridays of the month

Lunch served at 12noon

WHERE: Eden Japanese Community Center

710 Elgin Street

San Lorenzo, CA 94580

If you would like to learn more about the program or to reserve a lunch, please contact Pam Honda at 510-676-3820 or at pamelahonda@gmail.com

Suggested Donation: Ages 60+: $5 | Under 60: $8

Thank you to our high school youth organization, EYG, for painting our fence!

The EYG or Eden Youth Group is a high school organization. The goal is practice leadership, participate in community activities/service and have fun! This group is sponsored by the Eden Township JACL.

If you are interested in this organization, email edentownshipjacl@gmail.com

For more information regarding the Yamato Bonsai-kai Club, click here