JASGP 2nd Annual Life Sciences Dialogue: Innovation and Breakthroughs
In partnership with Thomas Jefferson University’s Jefferson Japan Center and the City of Kobe, JASGP hosted their 2nd Annual Life Sciences Dialogue. This event was an
Aki Matsuri Photo Gallery
JASGP would like to thank everyone for making Aki Matsuri Fall Festival such a big success! These local festivals in Japan are a way for
In Loving Memory of Theresa “Terry” Yoshida Sherwin
The community of the Japan America Society of Greater Philadelphia greatly mourns the passing of Terry Yoshida Sherwin. She was admired and beloved for her
Calligraphy Unveiling at Independence Visitor’s Center May 13th, 2025
JASGP, in partnership with Independence Visitor Center held a special ceremony for the unveiling of a calligraphy masterpiece donated by Master Ebihara Rogen. It was
In Remembrance of Keijiroh Yama-guchi
Keijiroh Yama-guchi was a force in Philadelphia’s tea practice community for more than a decade. He not only studied tea but also taught tea and
Japanese Holiday Traditions Come to Fairmount Park
A taste of the Holidays in Japan came to Lemon Hill Mansion in Fairmount Park on Dec. 8th, 2024, as part of the Holidays in
Explore the Mysterious World of Yokai! (妖怪)
What is Yokai? (妖怪) Yokai are supernatural beings that often emerge from the spirits of objects or animals. They are not just frightening—they can also be
Jusan-ya(十三夜): The Beauty of the “Non-Full” Moon
As we prepare for our moon-viewing party on October 19th (click here for the ticket), I’d like to share a bit about a special moon










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