Fixed-Term Half-Time Japanese Language Instructor Needed
About JASO Established in 1907, JASO is a 501 c3 non-profit organization dedicated to supporting business and developing community by strengthening the US-Japan relationship. With over 1,000 members and 128 corporate members, JASO works in business, education, culture, women’s leadership, next gen, and community – each year planning and operating over 60 programs and 100Read More
Dec 11, Holiday After Hours
Only 60 spots available - register now!
Dec 14, JASO NEXT: Kēki-Kōhī-Chatto!
Connect with fellow NEXT members while learning more about Japan! Only 15 spots available - register today!
Support US-Japan | Donate to JASO
Your financial donation today sends a strong message that we are a village and we can succeed. Together. Thank you
Nov 2025, AFURI hiring Executive Chef
AFURI Izakaya in SE Portland is looking for an Executive Chef to join their team. Please see article for full job description.
Jan 21, Shinnenkai 2026 by SakéOne
Taste authentic food and drink, engage in fun activities, and celebrate with friends old and new!
Nov 2025, Shimadzu USA hiring Quality Engineer
Shimadzu USA Manufacturing is looking for candidates for their Quality Engineer role, with preference for a bilingual, Japanese-speaking employee. See the job description for full details:
Dec 3, Women’s Leadership Luncheon
This unique event is designed to spark connection and inspiration, whether you are a seasoned professional, an emerging leader, or simply passionate about creating space for women’s voices.
Volunteer with Japan on the Road
Help bring authentic Japan to elementary school students across Oregon and SW Washington!
Study Japanese Language on Zoom
Fall Term 2025 is in session. Private classes are always open for registration.
Study Japanese Language in Portland
Fall Term 2025 is in session. Private classes are always open for registration.
Study Japanese Language in Salem
Fall Term 2025 is in session. Private classes are always open for registration.
Private Japanese Classes Now Available
JASO is now able to offer private one-on-one Japanese language classes, personalized to your needs. Each class is 60 minutes long, and you can choose when, for what purpose, and how often to study. All classes take place online over Zoom. If you’d like an individualized course structured to your personal needs, complete the attachedRead More
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Welcome to the Japan-America Society of Oregon
JASO (ja-zo) is a member-based, volunteer-driven, non-profit organization consisting of corporations and individuals in Oregon and Southwest Washington.
JASO was established in 1907, and is the 3rd oldest Japan America Society in the US.
Our mission is to develop business and community by strengthening the US-Japan relationship. If you are an organization or an individual, and you are passionate about the importance of the US-Japan relationship, we invite you to join us and get involved today!
日米協会は全米の37州にある非営利団体です。オレゴン日米協会は1907年に設立され、アメリカで３番目に古い日米協会です。オレゴン州とワシントン州の南西地区を担当しており、現在、正規職員3名、150名以上のボランティアの方々、120の法人会員、800名以上の個人会員で構成されております。より良い日米関係を築いていくため、お互いの歴史、文化、慣習などを尊重しながら、現地でのビジネスのサポート、教育・文化交流などの活動を行ってきました。アメリカでは、寄付やボランティアをすることで地域社会の発展に貢献するという文化があり、多くの企業が様々な形で助け合っています。JASOでは日本企業様がスムーズに現地の地域社会へ溶け込めるようお手伝いをさせていただきます。
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