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 Public Affairs Dinner. Japanese Language School Spring Semester starts April 21                                                     learn more >> 2008 Sakura Matsuri Will be held April 12                                                     learn more >> 3rd Japan-America Baseball Outing Will be held April 27                                                     learn more >> Sakura Matsuri The nation's largest Japanese Street Festival, held as the climax of the National Cherry Blossom Festival          learn more >> 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 >> 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