The Japan-America Society of Washington DC is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit, nonpartisan educational and cultural organization for individuals and corporations with an interest in Japan and US-Japan relations. Founded in 1957, the Society promotes greater understanding and networking between Americans and Japanese through its many cultural, public affairs, and educational programs. Serving the six million residents of the Nation's Capital region, the Society also sponsors programs of national significance, including the Japan Bowl®, the Sakura Matsuri, and the Annual Dinner. Special Message on Japan Relief Efforts Update: April 26 Looking for Japan-in-a-Suitcase Volunteers!                        For more information >>                               Application(.doc) >> Ohanashi Kai-Japanese Story Time Every Wednesday                        For more information >> お話会ボランティア募集中 Every Wednesday                        For more information >> Membership Application/Renewal                       Online Application >>                       For more information >> Sakura Matsuri The nation's largest Japanese Street Festival, held as the climax of the National Cherry Blossom Festival          learn more >>            Official Sakura Matsuri                               website >>          Vendor Applications >> Japan Bowl® An annual Japanese language academic competition for high school students from across the country                         learn more >> Annual Dinner A major national public affairs gathering that honors distinguished leaders from America and Japan            learn more >> Past Events Click below to see a list of our past events and photos.            learn more >>            Find Us on Facebook! Like Us to get updates about JASW on Facebook.            learn more >>            The Japan-America Society of Washington, Inc. 1819 L Street NW, Level 1B, Washington DC 20036 (T) 202-833-2210 (F) 202-833-2456 Email: jaswdc@us-japan.org