Japanese Arts Foundation at the Japanese Culture Center
Nonprofit programs and educational opportunities to share Japanese art equitably and accessibly.
Japanese American Service Committee of Chicago
Inclusive nonprofit for Japanese American history, culture, and wellness. Offers great intro courses.
The Japan America Society of Chicago
Fostering goodwill and understanding with learning resources, networking, and more.
Japan Information Center
Educational arm of Consulate General of Japan at Chicago. Offering events, library access, and more.
Japan Exchange and Teaching Alumni Association of Chicago
Nonprofit connecting JET alumni in the Midwest.
The Chicago Shimpo
Nonprofit newspaper first published in 1945 to serve Nikkei residents who resettled in Chicago after the Pacific War. It remains the only Japanese-English bilingual newspaper in the Midwest.
Tsukasa Taiko
Taiko community hosting regular performances, classes, and collaborations with leading jazz, blues, and new music artists.
The Garden of the Phoenix
Founded 1893, this park features a rock waterfall, Japanese-style bridge, gazebo, and statue by Yoko Ono.
Malott Japanese Garden
17-acre lakeside garden with three islands at the Chicago Botanic Garden.