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View fullsize March 31-April 1 marks a season of transition in Japan. As one fiscal year closes and another begins, organizations across the country welcome new leadership while bidding farewell to those who have served with distinction. Here in Houston, this mom
View fullsize Hi everyone, Mai here! I’m excited to share weekly insights into Japanese culture 🇯🇵 In Japan, the 30th day of each month is known as “Miso no Hi” (みその日). The number 30 can be read as “misoka” (みそか) in Japanese&m
View fullsize With April just around the corner, it’s almost time for April Fool’s Day—known in Japan as Shigatsu Baka—a time for lighthearted pranks, laughter, and playful surprises shared with friends and family. 😄 To mark the occasion,
View fullsize Last week, we were pleased to welcome representatives from ZIPAIR Tokyo Co., Ltd., including Chairman Iwakoshi, to the Japan-America Society of Houston offices. Recently named the Houston @astros’ Official International Airline, @zipair.tokyo_
View fullsize 🚨 Help Save the Japanese Program at The Woodlands High School 🇯🇵 An important educational opportunity in our community is at risk—and we need your help. The Woodlands High School Japanese Program is one of only six programs in the Houston
View fullsize ⚾️ It’s MLB Opening Day in Houston! 💙🧡 The wait is over—baseball is back at @daikinpark ! Let’s rally behind our @astros and #ChaseTheFight all season long! 🙌 📣 Special shoutout to Japan’s own Tatsuya Imai ( @tatsuya.ima
View fullsize 🍡✨ Treat yourself to a taste of Japan—right here in Houston! Join us for a Wagashi Pop-Up by Sweets Oyatsu at the Japan-America Society of Houston! 🇯🇵 Indulge in beautifully crafted traditional Japanese sweets—perfect for a midday pi
View fullsize This is Mai, and I’m excited to share weekly insights into Japanese culture! In Japan, spring is marked not just by the calendar, but by the blooming of cherry blossoms 🌸 Spring begins with 春分の日 (Shunbun no Hi), the Vernal Equinox, and truly
View fullsize 🏆🍲 After three weeks of matchups in our Miso Madness bracket… we have a winner. AND YOUR MISO MADNESS CHAMPION IS… 🥢 MISO SOUP! 🥢 From the very first round, this timeless classic proved that simple, comforting
View fullsize 🍲🏀 All the miso madness leads to this… Join us for a special #Ouchigohan online cooking class celebrating miso as the bold, umami-rich MVP of the Japanese pantry. 👨‍🍳 Guest Chef Shinji Takahashi Resident Chef of the Official Res
View fullsize 🏆🍲 MISO MADNESS – CHAMPIONSHIP ROUND It all comes down to this. After weeks of fierce matchups, we have our finalists: 🥢 Miso Soup The timeless classic—simple, comforting, and at the heart of Japanese cuisine. VS. 🍜 Miso Ramen Bo
View fullsize 🏀🍲 MISO MADNESS – SEMIS (ROUND B) The results are in… 🥢Miso Soup has claimed victory in Semifinals Round A and secured its spot in the finals! Now it’s time to decide who will face it. 🔥 SEMIFINALS – GROUP B