Upcoming Movies

Spirited Away Playing at the Egyptian Theatre September 3rd and 4th at midnight Acclaimed director Hayao Miyazaki (Howl’s Moving Castle, Princess Mononoke) tells the fanciful animated tale of a young girl who stumbles into a secret world inhabited by strange spirits, assorted creatures and a grumpy sorceress. The girl’s slovenly parents are turned into pigs, [...]

Volunteer for the Consulate Booth at Aki Matsuri!

There’s probably some confusion, but this year, at Aki Matsuri, we will have two booths! A PNWJETAA booth and a Japan Consulate booth! The Consulate is asking for volunteers for its booth for Saturday, September 11th and Sunday, September 12th! They need two volunteers per day, with the schedule as follows: 11th Sep 9:45  Gathering [...]

Call for volunteers – Aki Matsuri

It’s that time of year again . . . Aki Matsuri!  Food, vendors, performances, and exhibits galore! As usual, we will have a PNWJETAA booth and we need your help!  This is a great chance to tell people about your experiences, answer some questions and spread the word about JET.  You may inspire future ALTs [...]

Tsukimi no Kai

In celebration of the harvest moon the Seattle Japanese Garden is having a moonviewing event.  There will be music performances, a haiku contest, tea ceremony and lanterns lighting up the garden.  It sounds absolutely amazing!  So bring a blanket to spread out and get ready for some moon-gazing! When: Saturday, August 21st from 7pm – [...]