Japanese American Cultural & Community Center

community center

A major cultural and community center in Little Tokyo, Los Angeles, featuring galleries, meeting rooms, the 880-seat Aratani/Japan America Theatre, Isamu Noguchi Plaza, and the James Irvine Japanese Garden; known as one of the largest ethnic arts and cultural centers in the U.S.

244 S San Pedro St, 90012
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artworkshopmarket~7 events/month

Upcoming Events (7)

Free

Little Tokyo Breakfast Club

Thu, 19 Mar 2026

Join a friendly morning gathering at the Japanese American Cultural & Community Center in Los Angeles for casual conversation, cultural connection, and a light breakfast in the Little Tokyo neighborhood.

Discover Kintsugi with POJ Studio

Sat, 28 Mar 2026

Learn the art of kintsugi with POJ Studio at the Japanese American Cultural & Community Center. This hands-on workshop guides you through repairing pottery with gold lacquer, embracing the wabi-sabi philosophy in a welcoming LA cultural setting.

Free

Hanamatsuri Flower Arrangement Exhibition

Sat, 4 Apr 2026atAll day

Immerse yourself in Hanamatsuri at the Japanese American Cultural & Community Center as a serene flower-arrangement exhibition presents traditional and contemporary ikebana displays, inviting visitors to explore seasonal beauty, craftsmanship, and cultural exchange in LA.

Free

Bokashi Composting Workshop

Sat, 11 Apr 2026

Join a hands-on Bokashi composting workshop at the Japanese American Cultural & Community Center in Los Angeles to learn the bokashi fermentation method, turn kitchen scraps into soil, and boost urban sustainability.

Skintone Edition

Fri, 17 Apr 2026

An immersive electronic music night at the Japanese American Cultural & Community Center in Los Angeles, presenting Skintone Edition with songs linked to Susumu Yokota's emotional range. Expect ethereal ambient textures, melodic synths, and an intimate, culture-rich venue setting.

Free

Kodomo no Hi (Children's Day) Celebration

Sun, 3 May 2026

Join a family-friendly Kodomo no Hi celebration at the Japanese American Cultural & Community Center in Los Angeles. Enjoy Japanese cultural activities, performances, crafts, and food that celebrate Children’s Day with the local community.

Free

Chibi-K: Kids Fun Run

Sun, 3 May 2026

A bright, family-friendly fun run at the Japanese American Cultural & Community Center in Los Angeles, featuring a short kid-safe course, cheering spectators, and post-race activities that celebrate health and community.