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# jaso.org

Strengthening the US-Japan relationship in Oregon and Southwest Washington

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## Posts

- [The Samurai and the Prisoner Film Ticket Contest](https://jaso.org/2026/07/contest/) - This contest is now closed. Thank you for entering! Winners will be contacted by email on Wednesday, August 12th.
- [Sept 18, 65th Annual JASO Golf Tournament](https://jaso.org/2026/08/golf-tournament/) - Our four-person scramble competition is open to all levels of golfer, with gifts for winners, prizes on EVERY hole, and tons of goodies to be won in our raffle. Register your foursome today!
- [Discover the USA from PDX](https://jaso.org/2026/08/win-delta/) - Enter for the chance to win! All proceeds benefit JASO programming.
- [HIRING Consular Office of Japan in Portland](https://jaso.org/2026/08/hiring-consular-office/) - 在ポートランド領事事務所では、現地採用職員（領事・警備班職員）を募集しております。
- [HIRING Pacific Dreams Inc](https://jaso.org/2026/07/hiring-pacific-dreams/) - See article for application details.
- [Study Japanese Language on Zoom](https://jaso.org/2026/03/zoom/) - Spring Term is now in session.
- [Study Japanese Language in Portland](https://jaso.org/2026/03/portland/) - Spring Term is now in session.
- [Study Japanese Language in Salem](https://jaso.org/2026/03/salem/) - Spring Term is now in session.
- [Private Japanese Classes Now Available](https://jaso.org/2020/04/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 attached

## Pages

- [Home](https://jaso.org/) - [featuredposts] ... 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
- [2026 Calendar](https://jaso.org/2026-calendar/) - January Wednesday 21, Shinnenkai 新年会, at the Reser in Beaverton, in-person. View pictures here. Winter Term Japanese Language Classes, from late January to March: Japanese Language 4 Business, online. Japanese Language 4 Travel & Vacation, at the JASO Office in downtown Portland, in-person. Japanese Language 4 Travel & Vacation, at Salem Multicultural Institute in downtown
- [The Samurai and the Prisoner Film Ticket Contest](https://jaso.org/movie-tickets/) - The Samurai and the Prisoner Film Ticket Contest This contest is now closed. Thank you for entering! Winners will be contacted by email on Wednesday, August 12th. Enter for the chance to win a pair of film tickets to see The Samurai and the Prisoner at Portland's Living Room Theaters or Corvallis' Darkside Cinema! Winners
- [Pacific Northwest Japan Bowl](https://jaso.org/japan-bowl/) - 高校生対象日本語クイズコンテスト Pacific Northwest Japan Bowl Join high school students and their supporters from across Oregon and Washington in the largest regional quiz competition on Japanese language and culture! In the morning, student teams of two or three answer quiz questions on language and culture, including history, arts, geography, society, and pop culture. After lunch, students
- [Japanese Language Classes](https://jaso.org/japanese-language-classes/) - Japanese Language Classes JASO runs a range of Japanese language classes on Zoom and in-person in Portland and Salem. You must be a current member to participate. Fall Term 2026 begins in September. To be notified for when next term registration begins, please sign up for our email newsletter here. Private classes are always open
- [Do Better Business With Japan Video Series](https://jaso.org/better-business/) - Do Better Business With Japan Video Series JASO's community is rich with years of collective experience and knowledge on forming business relationships, conducting business, and being an active supporter of US-Japan. Learn more about how you can do better business with Japan in these less-than-a-minute video lessons. Follow us on LinkedIn to be the first
- [Toyama Cup - Japanese Speech Contest](https://jaso.org/toyama-cup/) - Toyama Cup Virtual Japanese Speech Contest University and college students in Oregon and SW Washington, currently studying Japanese, are eligible to participate in this online Japanese Speech Contest. Toyama Cup showcases the excellence of Japanese language programs all over Oregon, providing students in our community many local options if they choose to pursue their love
- [Corporate Member Listing](https://jaso.org/corporate-member-listing/) - Corporate Member Listing DIAMOND LEVEL PLATINUM LEVEL GOLD LEVEL SILVER LEVEL AGC Electronics AmericaBaker TillyCity of HillsboroCorbin Consulting EngineersDick’s Auto GroupIn Line Commercial ConstructionJAE OregonJSR MicroK&L GatesKanto Corporation Oregon State Capitol FoundationPacific DreamsPerkins & CoPerlo ConstructionPortland State University Institute for Asian StudiesTCI ChemicalsTemple University Japan CampusTravel PortlandUwajimaya BRONZE LEVEL Abe DesignAlleman Hall & Tuttle LLPAsahi
- [Japanese Beer Garden](https://jaso.org/beer-garden/) - Japanese Beer Garden Thank you for joining us for our annual summer Japanese Beer Garden! We had a fantastic evening enjoying great food, beer, and friends. We had fun learning bon odori, dressing up in yukata, and winning cool prizes in the raffle. Thank you to our wonderful Culture Committee, supporters, and many volunteers who
- [Golf Tournament](https://jaso.org/golf-tournament/) - 65th Annual Golf Tournament presented by Delta Air Linesincludes Team Japan vs Team USA Friendship Cup presented by Asahi USAFriday September 18th 2026, 8am Shotgun StartGlendoveer Golf Club East Course, 14015 NE Glison St, Portland, OR 97230 Registration NOW OPEN. Complete and submit the registration form.Pricing & sponsorship information detailed on the form. CLICK HERE
- [Contact](https://jaso.org/contact/) - Contact JASO 日本語でお気軽にご連絡ください。 AddressJapan-America Society of Oregon900 SW Fifth Avenue, Suite #1810Portland, Oregon 97204 Phone503.552.8811 E-mailinfo@jaso.org ParkingDowntown Portland has 2-hr streetside parking for $3.20 per hr from 8am-7pm daily. SmartPark has a structure at 4th and Yamhill (818 SW Fourth – kitty corner to us at 4th/Taylor) for $2.35 per hr, or $15 daily max.
- [Board of Directors](https://jaso.org/board-of-directors/) - Board of Directors Nick Boesé, Individual Member Cathy (Chiharu) Bowman, Mackenzie Sophorn Cheang, Business Oregon Justin Eckley, Baker Tilly Ray Edwards, NW Natural Sally Saeko Fujimoto, Shokookai of Portland Yoko Furukawa, Travel Portland Tamako Hayashi, Deloitte Cydelle Higa-Johnston, Own It Northwest Real Estate Tatsuo Ito, SEH America Megumi Kato, Portland Japanese Garden Mari Kawamura, Live
- [Executive Committee](https://jaso.org/executive-board/) - Executive Committee Chair Cathy Bowman, Mackenzie Chair Elect Rob Langstaff, Sweet Onion Consulting Treasurer Justin Eckley, Baker Tilly Secretary Cydelle Higa-Johnston, Own It Portland Real Estate Vice Chairs Tatsuo Ito, SEH America Masami Nishishiba, Portland State University Executive Director Graham Morris
- [Women's Leadership Council](https://jaso.org/women/) - Women's Leadership Council The Women's Leadership Council is a dynamic group of women, passionate to support and advance Japanese, Japanese-American and API women in the workplace. Each year this is achieved by bringing in top executives and professionals in a mix of events, workshops, seminars and networking programs. Women's Leadership Council 2026 Wednesday May 27,
- [NEXT (Young Pro)](https://jaso.org/next-young-pro/) - NEXT (Young Pro) . JASO NEXT is a diverse group of young professionals aged 21-35, committed to leading our community into the future of the US-Japan relationship. NEXT communicates through meetings and social media groups, including a Slack group. They host an array of programs, from simple meet-ups and visiting local Japanese businesses to hosting
- [Annual Gala & General Meeting](https://jaso.org/gala/) - Annual Gala & General Meeting DETAILS The Gala is our main fundraiser for the year. Your sponsorship or ticket purchase brings vital outcomes. We focus on business, education, culture, community, women and NEXT Gen in our programming – developing a stronger relationship with Japan in Oregon and Southwest Washington. Your commitment counts. Join us and let’s
- [Experience Authentic Toyama With JASO](https://jaso.org/experience-japan/) - Experience Authentic Toyama With JASO Register for a FREE info session today! From October 20-24, we invite you to join JASO in Japan on our very first Tour of Toyama! We invite YOU to go deeper into authentic Japan, far beyond Tokyo or Kyoto, where we engage all your senses in experiencing the beauty of
- [After Hours](https://jaso.org/after-hours/) - After Hours Hosted once or twice each year for pure networking, making new business connections, swapping meishi, and introducing yourself, nothing beats an After Hours event. A JASO Member hosts, food and drink is on hand, and there is usually a door prize or two as well. Our goal is to create a place where
- [Japan On The Road](https://jaso.org/japan-on-the-road/) - Japan on the Road Teaching Elementary Students about Contemporary Japan Welcome to Japan!We'd like to introduce you to our neighbors across the Pacific! Designed by the Japan-America Society of Oregon, our school visitation program is called Japan on the Road. Our program is centered around our "Day in the Life" presentation, where students get to
- [Member-to-Member Discounts](https://jaso.org/member-to-member-discounts/) - Member-to-Member Discounts Check here for exclusive deals and discounts available for JASO Members by JASO Members. Get 10% off your order with Kkobo LLC Exclusive offer for JASO members only. Do you need promotional materials designed and printed for your business or event? Enjoy 10% off your order for being a JASO member. To discuss
- [Sister Cities](https://jaso.org/sister-cities/) - Sister Cities Oregon and Southwest Washington has a total of 27 sister city relationships with Japan. Click the dots for city contact information and to virtually fly to their sister city counterpart. Explore our interactive map to find out more! Sister Cities Activities Photos from the All-Sister Cities Meeting on February 20, 2026. This forum
- [Shinnenkai 新年会](https://jaso.org/shinnenkai/) - Jan 21, 2026 Shinnenkai by SakéOne DETAILS Welcome the new year at JASO's annual Shinnenkai, presented by SakéOne! Taste authentic food and drink, engage in fun activities, and celebrate with friends old and new! 2026年のスタートにあたり、皆さまのさらなるご活躍を祈念し、1月21日（水）にビーバートンの「Patricia Reser Center for the Arts」にてJASO新年会を開催いたします。新年のご挨拶の場として、多くの皆さまにご参加いただけますと幸いです。 We're excited to be hosting in Beaverton at the beautiful building "The Reser". Event DetailsDate:
- [Staff](https://jaso.org/staff/) - Staff EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Graham Morris 503-552-8813 ASSISTANT DIRECTOR Kaoru Miyanaga 503-552-8811 MEMBERSHIP & COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR Alyssa Derania JAPAN ON THE ROAD PROGRAM MANAGER Takako Elting JAPANESE LANGUAGE INSTRUCTOR Nadia Chandler OFFICE ASSISTANT Ellesa Forsberg
- [2025 Calendar](https://jaso.org/2025-calendar/) - 2025 Calendar January Thurs 16, Shinnenkai 新年会 by SakéOne, at the Reser in Beaverton, in-person. View pictures here. Winter Term Japanese Language Classes, from late January to March: Japanese Language 4 Business, online. Japanese Language 4 Travel & Vacation, at the JASO Office at 900 SW Fifth Ave, #1810, Portland, OR 97204, in-person. Japanese Language
- [2024 Calendar](https://jaso.org/2024-calendar/) - 2024 Calendar January Wed 17, Shinnenkai 新年会 by SakéOne, at Cedartree Hotel in Hillsboro. in-person. View pictures HERE. from Wed 17, Notohanto Earthquake Recovery Fundraiser. 100% of donations to recovery. Jan 22 to March 15, Winter Term Japanese Language Classes. Portland-based online. Jan 24 to March 13, New Year Community Conversation Class in Japanese. Salem-based
- [Calendar](https://jaso.org/event-calendar/) - 2026 Calendar 2025 Calendar 2024 Calendar
- [Reports](https://jaso.org/reports/) - 2025 JASO Impact Report 2024 JASO Annual Report 2020-JASO-Annual-ReportDownload 2018-JASO-Annual-ReportDownload
- [Business Speaker Series](https://jaso.org/business-speaker-series/) - Business Speaker Series Join us for a fascinating dive into the new reality of uncertain economic, political and business worlds; and how this plays out between the US and Japan. Dr. Hiroyuki Ito, Professor of Economics at Portland State University, takes us on a journey into new territories as he ponders critical questions for our
- [Education](https://jaso.org/education-2/) - Education Programs In order to produce a stronger future relationship between the US and Japan, it's critical to ensure we introduce children to Japanese language and culture through our education system. JASO currently works at the elementary, high school, and college levels, produces programs that supplement other learning, and helps strengthen the teaching and learning
- [Thorns Games Hina Cheer Section](https://jaso.org/thorns-game-info/) - Hina Sugita Cheer Sections Let's go Hina! We’re back again for 2025 and determined to cheer even louder than before for Hina Sugita, Japan's star midfielder at the Portland Thorns. Our pre-game seat allocation registration period has ended. You can still join our section. Go to SeatGeek and find the seat map for Providence Park.
- [JOR ボランティア](https://jaso.org/japan-on-the-roadでボランティアをしませんか？/) - Japan on the Roadでボランティアをしませんか？ Japan on the Road（JOR）はJASOが運営する小学校訪問のプログラムです。1996年に発足して以来、25年続いている活動で、主にオレゴン州とワシントン州南西部の小学校をボランティアのグループが直接訪問し、日本の地理、文化、社会、生活を紹介しています。日本についての勉強の機会、そして貴重な多文化との交流の場となっています。主な活動はすべてボランティア（日本人とアメリカ人の混成チーム）が担っています。 アメリカの子供達は漫画やアニメが大好きですが、日本の生活についてはあまり知りません。特に、日本で生まれ育ったみなさんが学校生活や経験を紹介することは、このプログラムの重要な部分です。 みなさんもこの楽しく有意義なプログラムに参加してみませんか？ 授業は次のような内容です。 １）ビデオレッスン 手作りの日本紹介ビデオを見ながら、日本各地を旅します。２）寸劇 朝起きてから学校に行くまでの様子をボランティアが実演します。３）ビデオレッスン 日本に住む小学生の１日の様子を見ながら、簡単な日本語のフレーズを学びます。４）グループワーク 例：お箸の使い方、漢字の書き方、住居模型を使った日本の住宅事情の紹介、紙芝居、等 コロナ禍ではビデオを中心にしたオンライン授業を行い、活動を続けました。 英会話の心配はありません。先輩がしっかりサポートします。授業ではボランティアが持ち回りでグループワークを行いますが、常に先輩が一緒ですし、すぐに慣れます。 もしみなさんの米国滞在が数年の予定でも、JORは楽しく活動しながら英語の上達につながりますし、お友達と知り合う絶好の機会にもなります。 JORはこれまで多くの子供達に日本の紹介をしてきました。そして私たちのプログラムを通して初めて日本のことを知った子供達、興味をかき立てられた子供達から素敵なお礼の手紙が届くこともあり、それらを読むのは大きな楽しみです。 「ボランティアのみなさんへ。今日は授業をしてくれてどうもありがとう。日本について学べて嬉しかったです。とても素敵なテーマでした。私はイルカと戯れたり、雪まつりに行ってみたいです。日本食もいろいろ食べたいです。ラーメン大好き！サミーラより」 詳細については、エルティング孝子までご連絡ください（日本語でもOKです）。telting@jaso.org 皆様のご参加をお待ちしています！
- [Committees](https://jaso.org/committees/) - Committees Get more deeply involved with JASO by joining one of our volunteer committees. All JASO programming is driven by volunteers from our membership who are passionate about developing business and community by strengthening the US-Japan relationship. Check out the committees and their activities below. Are you interested in joining a volunteer committee, volunteering for
- [Video Lesson 1 - Journey to Japan, An Adventure to Remember](https://jaso.org/video-lesson-1-an-adventure-to-remember/) - Video Lesson 1 - Journey to Japan, An Adventure to Remember View and use Video Lesson 1 HERE & download the Teachers' Guide below Hello Educators! We created Lesson 1: Journey to Japan for our Zoom classes during the pandemic. With in-person visits our main focus once again, we now offer this lesson for use
- [Community Resources](https://jaso.org/community-resources/) - Community Resources Explore local Japan-related organizations in Oregon and SW Washington. Advocacy Oregon Rises Above Hate - recognizing diversity, beauty, & strength of the AANHPI CommunityPortland JACL - celebrate Japanese American culture, promote and protect human and civil rights for all Cultural Arts Issoan Tea - teaching chanoyu (tea ceremony) and other aspects of Japanese
- [Japan on the Road - Page 2](https://jaso.org/japan-on-the-road-page-2/) - Japan On The Road Curriculum A Day in the Life... Japan on the Road (JOR) centers around the life of schoolchildren in Japan today, focusing on third through sixth grade. JOR teams of Japanese and Americans travel to elementary schools throughout SW Washington and Oregon. We bring a specially designed Japan on the Road kit
- [Video Lesson 2 - Let's Visit Sousuke](https://jaso.org/video-lesson-2-lets-visit-sousuke-2/) - Video Lesson 2 - Let's Visit Sousuke How do Japanese students start the day? What subjects do they study? What do they eat for lunch? What activities do they have after school? Join us as we visit Kamo Elementary School in Tokushima prefecture on video, and follow a busy 4th grader named Sousuke (yes, he's
- [Teacher Signup](https://jaso.org/teacher-signup/) - Japan On The Road Thank you for your interest in bringing Japan to your school. Please complete the form below and we will be in touch with you as soon as possible. If you have questions, please email the Program Manager HERE.
- [Strategic Plan](https://jaso.org/strategic-plan/) - Strategic Plan Through a year-long process, a committee and our dedicated volunteers analyzed data from our community survey to create a five-year strategic plan to better serve our membership, community, and mission. We invite you to view the official document below. 2022-JASO-Strategic-PlanDownload Thank you to our committee, our volunteers, and everyone in our community who
- [Donate to JASO](https://jaso.org/donate-to-jaso/) - Donate to JASO 支援のお願い JASO is a 501(c)(3) organization. Donations may be tax-deductible to the extent provided by law. Check with your tax professional.
- [Delegation Visitation Request Form](https://jaso.org/visitation-request/) - 代表団訪問（DVM）サービス オレゴン日米協会は、ポートランド振興局「プロスパー・ポートランド」、ポートランド港湾局、オレゴン州政府経済開発局、ポートランド観光協会の支援を受け、日本からの団体向けに、特定の経済・ビジネス交流機会を創出する代表団訪問（DVM）サービスを無料で提供しています。 このサービスには、会合の手配、スケジュール調整、通訳、および訪問中の付き添いが含まれます。訪問に係わる宿泊施設、交通手段、食事などは提供されませんのでご了承ください。 ご依頼は、訪問予定日の少なくとも4週間前にご連絡いただきますようお願い申し上げます。ご依頼内容を確認後、営業日７日以内にご返信させていただきます。 DVM サービスの対象となるかどうかを検討するため、以下のフォームにお分かりになる範囲でご記入をお願いいたします。ご記入いただいた内容をもとに審査を行い、後日こちらからご連絡いたします。審査の過程で追加のご質問をさせていただく場合がございます。受け入れの可否は審査後にお知らせいたしますので、しばらくお時間をいただきますことをご了承ください。 当サービスの審査にあたっては、依頼内容に加え、コミュニティとの継続的な関係構築の可能性などを考慮し、当協会の基準に基づいて決定いたします。万が一当協会で対応が難しい場合は、依頼者様のニーズに最適なサービスを提供できる地元の事業者をご紹介いたします。 依頼者が多い時期は、返答や審査に時間が掛かる場合がございます。ご理解のほどよろしくお願いいたします。 尚、訪問目的が異なり、地元ツアーオペレーターへのご紹介を希望される方はこちらに目的内容をご説明ください。 Delegation Visitation Management Program With the support of Prosper Portland, the Port of Portland, Business Oregon and Travel Portland, JASO provides a delegation visitation (DVM) service for Japanese organizations that offer specified economic or business exchange opportunities – at no cost. This service includes arrangement of
- [NAJAS Convention](https://jaso.org/najas-convention/) - Welcome to Portland, Oregon, to all our NAJAS friends Travel from Portland International Airport (PDX) to the Portland Marriott Downtown WaterfrontBy Car: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Z6ubnmUayGu74kpG9By MAX Light Rail Red Line: https://maps.app.goo.gl/CkdY4cX1zWABPSDr7 Travel from Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront to the Portland International Airport (PDX)By Car: https://maps.app.goo.gl/1RV6rbZo1yFb97YR8By MAX Light Rail Red Line: https://maps.app.goo.gl/b3mPDGazeSyCa8Az7 Social FunctionsWednesday - Welcome Hour with
- [Email Communications Sign-Up](https://jaso.org/email/) - Email Communications Sign-Up Be first to be notified when program registrations open, receive reminders for upcoming programs, and learn more about JASO's work through our seasonal newsletter, all from the convenience of your inbox. Powered by Wild Apricot Membership Software If you receive the error message "This email is already in use. Please log in
- [Individual Membership](https://jaso.org/individual-membership/) - Individual Member Benefits & Dues Become a member with us for TWO reasons. OUR MISSION - your membership helps us in all our work to strengthen the US-Japan relationship in our community CONNECT TO JAPAN - enjoy and network at our events, meet like-minded people, join in and help us make our programming even stronger!
- [Volunteer](https://jaso.org/volunteer/)
- [Corporate Membership](https://jaso.org/corporate-member-benefits-and-dues/) - Corporate Member Benefits & Dues When you become a JASO member, your investment makes 3 areas of work possible. PROGRAMS - all of our programming in business, education, culture, women, young pros and community BENEFITS - you receive benefits for your business as listed SERVICES - our staff and other members will help you find
- [Culture](https://jaso.org/culture/) - Culture We celebrate traditional cultural experiences seasonally, focusing on authenticity, fun, and sharing time with friends, colleagues, and other members. Learn more about these events below: Shinnenkai 新年会 (New Year's Party, Winter) Japanese Beer Garden (Summer)
- [2023 Calendar](https://jaso.org/2023-calendar/) - January Thurs 19, Shinnenkai, EcoTrust in-person, Photos HERE from Mon 23 - mid-March Winter Term Japanese Language Classes, Portland-based online, Salem-based in-person February Thurs 9, 11:30am - 1:30pm Japan Currents, Women in Leadership Luncheon at Sentinel Hotel, in-person. Photos HERE March Sun 5, Hinamatsuri, Hanai, Bend, OR, in-person supporting the Japanese American Society of Central
- [Business](https://jaso.org/business/) - Business JASO works to develop business in two separate ways. First through our business programs, described below. Second, as a member-based organization, through member services we spend significant resources connecting individual requests and needs to people and places that we know can help. Business Speaker Series events bring experienced executives offering insight into US-Japan trade
- [Members](https://jaso.org/members/) - Membership Membership is essential to continuing our work in business, education, and culture in Oregon and southwest Washington. Interested in joining a diverse and welcoming community? Check out the membership options below: Individual Membership - for individuals and couples Become an individual member Corporate Membership - for businesses and organizations Become a corporate member Member
- [Community](https://jaso.org/community/) - Community JASO promotes community through a variety of programming: Annual Gala Sister Cities Hina Sugita Cheer Section
- [About](https://jaso.org/about/) - Who We Are JASO's many programs could not run without the dedication of its committee members and staff. Learn more about them below: Executive Committee Board of Directors Staff Committees Additional documents: Reports Strategic Plan
- [Language & Corporate Culture Curriculum](https://jaso.org/language-corporate-culture-curriculum/) - Language & Corporate Culture Curriculum JASO delivers curriculum tailored to your needs at your offices for your employees. For the foreseeable future, we have moved this service online, using Zoom. Our standard curriculum is 12 hours of teaching time. This is often split into 8 weeks of 90-minute classes, but we can tailor it to
- [Awards](https://jaso.org/awards/) - Awards We recognize individuals and companies each year who have in some outstanding way exemplified our mission through their work in our community. Volunteer of the Year Award For their exceptional personal commitment and contribution to JASO. Mas Yatabe (2020) - View picture here.Jack Ayers (2018)Masami Nishishiba (2017)Tamako Hayashi (2016)Junko Seckerson (2015)Paul Waldram (2014)John Kodachi
- [2022 Calendar](https://jaso.org/2022-calendar/) - 2022 Calendar of JASO Programs See home page for links to event registration January Sun January 2nd 11am, jaso NEXT at Portland Japanese Garden mid-January - mid-March, Winter Term - Japanese Language Classes for Business Purposes February Sat February 6th, 8-9:30pm, Revenge Travel! Thurs February 10th, 7:45am New Member Orientation Weds February 16th, 4-6pm, Pitch
- [Individual Membership Application](https://jaso.org/individual-membership-application/)
- [Corporate Membership Application | JASO](https://jaso.org/corporate-membership-application-jaso/) - We recommend using Google Chrome. If you experience difficulties, please call 503-428-7751 and we can process your card over the phone. Thank you.
- [New Individual Membership Application](https://jaso.org/new-individual-membership-application/) - Individual Membership Application
- [New Corporate Membership Application](https://jaso.org/new-corporate-membership-application/) - Corporate Membership Application
- [2021 Calendar](https://jaso.org/2021-calendar/) - JASO 2021 Programs & Events Saturday January 9th, 7-9pm Shinnenkai from Jan 19th - Mar 12th, Japanese Language Classes for Business Purposes, Winter Term 2021. Wednesday January 20th, Women's Leadership Council, Motoko Rich, The Face of the New York Times in Japan Thursday February 11th, 4-5:30pm, Women's Leadership Council: Women in Leadership, Where Power Lies,
- [Community Groups](https://jaso.org/community-groups/) - Discovering Japan in Oregon and Southwest WashingtonFor a whole variety of reasons - historical, economic, political, and sometimes even just the passion of the individual - our region has almost limitless ways to connect to Japan. Below is a selection of off-the-beaten-track, fascinating places, projects, passions and people to check out. Amazing stories from war
- [Apply](https://jaso.org/apply/) - Join now Dues may be tax-deductible. Contact your tax professional. Corporate Membership Application Different levels and benefits Individual Membership Application Individual - up to 2 members, Senior - 65 yrs old and up, Student - with student ID upon request, NEXT (Young Pro) - 21-35 yrs old
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- [Education Resources](https://jaso.org/bilingual-education-resources/) - Japanese Education Shokookai Shokookai teaches the Government of Japan's education curriculum each Saturday for K-12 students. This allows Japanese families living here on a temporary basis to keep up with elements of schooling from back home. Japanese-English Bilingual Education The International School Offers full immersion education for grades pre-K though 5. Portland Public Schools Portland
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- [Teacher Testimonials](https://jaso.org/teacher-testimonials/) - Teacher Testimonials Here's what Oregon teachers have to say about Japan on the Road: “You inspired my students to think beyond their community. That's priceless.” -Baker City “Your volunteers have an amazing ability to engage all students, even the most challenging students. It is a treat as a teacher to see all students engaged at such
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