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Non-profit organization strengthening the US-Japan relationship in OR & SW WA
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Read the PNW Japan Bowl Press Release!
Read the PNW Japan Bowl Press Release!
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
Upcoming Programs
Visit Toyama With JASO
Visit Toyama With JASO
Apr 25 | 30th Annual Toyama Cup
Apr 25 | 30th Annual Toyama Cup
Toyama Cup Virtual Japanese Speech Contest 30th Annual Toyama Cup Participant Application opens soon! 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
Apr 29 | Spring New Member Orientation
Apr 29 | Spring New Member Orientation
Spring 2026 Term | Study Japanese Language in Portland!
Spring 2026 Term | Study Japanese Language in Portland!
Spring 2026 Term | Study Japanese Language in Salem!
Spring 2026 Term | Study Japanese Language in Salem!
Spring 2026 Term | Study Japanese Language on Zoom!
Spring 2026 Term | Study Japanese Language on Zoom!
Study Japanese Language with JASO
Study Japanese Language with JASO
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. Spring Term 2026 begins in April. Registration can be competitive. To be notified when registration opens, along with other information about JASO's activities, please sign up for our
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Apr 14 | HENNGE & Pasona Webinar Registration
Apr 14 | HENNGE & Pasona Webinar Registration
米国市場は、日本企業にとって大きな可能性を秘めている一方、セキュリティ上の脅威も大きい市場です。米国での現地法人を成功に導くためには、「組織運営」と「セキュリティ」の両面で強固な基盤構築が不可欠となります。本ウェビナーでは、パソナが米国拠点の立ち上げ・拡大戦略を共有し、HENNGEが最新のサイバーセキュリティ課題と、米国ベースのクラウド環境で従業員とデータを守るための方法について解説いたします。 日本企業の米国展開をどのように支援し、拡張性と安全性に優れた基盤を構築できるのか。パソナとHENNGEによる具体的なサポート内容を、ぜひ本ウェビナーにてご確認ください。
May 27 | Tango Tanimura - Talk&Live Whisk Demo
May 27 | Tango Tanimura - Talk&Live Whisk Demo
A rare cultural experience in Portland featuring a special appearance from Japan. An intimate event with limited seating, showcasing a live demonstration by 20th-generation Takayama chasen master Tango Tanimura.
Mar 2026 | NOW HIRING Sous Chef at AFURI Slabtown
Mar 2026 | NOW HIRING Sous Chef at AFURI Slabtown
AFURI Slabtown, authentic Japanese ramen shop in Northwest Portland, is looking for an assistant kitchen manager! Please see article for application details.
Apr 9 | Storytime with SOJA Himawari Club
Apr 9 | Storytime with SOJA Himawari Club
Event Sign-up Sheet イベント参加申し込みフォーム
JASO Helps Oregon Sustainability Brand into First Japan Venture
JASO Helps Oregon Sustainability Brand into First Japan Venture
Click to learn how Oregon and Japan are working together in the full article!
Oregon Trade Mission to Korea and Japan - Official Report
Oregon Trade Mission to Korea and Japan - Official Report
Member-to-Member Discounts
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
Learn more about JASO
JASO Website
JASO Website
... 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.
Become a Member
Become a Member
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!
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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
Donate to JASO | Commitment to US-Japan
Donate to JASO | Commitment to US-Japan
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.
JASO Program Registration Website
JASO Program Registration Website
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