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Registration Form Winter Class 2026 (PDF)
WINTER
TEXTBOOK
START DATE
DAY (TIME)
♦ Beginner
JBP Book I 4th Ed. Lessons 1-5
1/14/2026
WED (7:00pm)
♦ Elementary - Level 1
JBP Book I 4th Ed. Lessons 6-9
WED (6:30pm)
♦ Elementary - Level 2
JBP Book I 4th Ed. Lessons 10-14
1/13/2026
TUE (6:30pm)
♦ Elementary - Level 3
JBP Book I 4th Ed. Lessons 15-19
1/12/2026
MON (5:00pm)
♦ Elementary - Level 4
JBP Book I 4th Ed. Lessons 20-24
1/15/2026
THU (6:30pm)
♦ Intermediate- Level 3
JBP Book II 4th Ed. Lessons 7-9
1/18/2026
SUN (5:00pm)
♦ Intermediate- Level 8
JBP Book II 4th Ed. Lessons 22-24
THU (7:00pm)
♦ Advanced- Level 3
JBP Book III 4th Ed. Lessons 7-9
WED (6:00pm)
♦ Advanced - Level 8
JBP Book III 4th Ed. Lessons 22-24
1/16/2026
FRI (6:00pm)
♦ Advanced - Level 20
N3 Shin-Kanzen Master P.148-
MON (6:30pm)
♦ Advanced - Level 23
N2 Shin-Kanzen Master Reading P.36-
♦ Advanced - Level 24
N2 Try Grammar + Reading
FRI (8:15pmpm)
♦ Advanced - Level 25
N3 Listening + Reading
MON (7:15pm)
Kayobi-Kai Networking Dinner
ジョージア日米協会 ・火曜日会
2026年3月10日 (火) | 午後 6:30 ET
Wagaya Restaurant (Emory)
1579 N Decatur Rd, Atlanta, GA 30307
RSVP 申し込み : www.bit.ly/JASG-KayobiKai
Kayobi-Kai dinners are on-going dinner meetings that meet the 2nd Tuesday of each month at different restaurants in the metro Atlanta area. The Kayobi-Kai is intended to be an informal gathering to promote friendship and social networking, and anyone who to interested is welcome. All Kayobi-Kai dinners will begin at 6:30pm and everyone in attendance will be responsible for their own check at the end of the evening.
火曜日会は毎月第二火曜日にアトランタの各種のレストランで食事をしながら参加者の親睦を深めるつどいの場を提供いたします。くつろいだ雰囲気の中でどなたでも参加できます。時間は毎回 6時半からで、支払いは食事の終わりに各自でしていただきます。
The average group attending these Kayobi-Kai dinners is 8-15 people, and depending on the restaurant, we may have to cap attendance. Please sign up if you plan to come, so we know to expect you. Should you have any suggestions and/or requests regarding restaurants for future Kayobi-Kai meetings, please do not hesitate to contact the JASG office and let us know your recommendations. We look forward to seeing you at this and/or other upcoming Kayobi-Kai dinners.
Advance registration is required for this program. Individuals who do not register prior to the event may not be able to participate due to capacity and planning limitations. By registering, I understand that photos and/or video may be taken at the event and agree that these materials may be used for promotional purposes.
JASG Field Trip to the 19th Annual JASA Cherry Blossom Festival in Birmingham, Alabama
Join us for a spring field trip to The Japan-America Society of Alabama's 19th Annual Cherry Blossom Festival at the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. This free, family‑friendly event features a full day of Japanese performances, cultural demonstrations, food, crafts, and community activities.
Date: Saturday, March 21, 2026 Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM Location: Birmingham Botanical Gardens 2612 Lane Park Rd, Birmingham, AL 35223 Admission: Free
The festival includes taiko drumming, traditional dance, kendo, tea ceremony, children’s performances, cultural booths, and more, offering a wonderful opportunity to enjoy Japanese culture in a beautiful outdoor setting.
Carpool Option
For members who would like to carpool from Atlanta, please indicate your interest when you register. We will help coordinate groups based on availability and departure times.
✨ Registration
Please register through the JASG event page. Once registered, you will receive additional details about meeting points, carpool coordination, and day‑of logistics.
Sakura Mochi Workshop
Celebrate the arrival of spring with a hands-on Sakura Mochi workshop!
What is Sakura Mochi? Sakura Mochi is a traditional Japanese sweet enjoyed in the spring, especially around cherry blossom season. It is a delicate pink rice cake filled with sweet red bean paste and traditionally wrapped in a salted cherry blossom leaf.
In this workshop, we will make Chomeiji-style Sakura Mochi (Kanto-style) together. This version features a thin, crepe-like outer layer wrapped around smooth sweet red bean paste — simple, elegant, and perfect for beginners.
After making your own Sakura Mochi, we will sit down together to enjoy it with Japanese tea. Yukako, a certified Japanese Tea Advisor, will introduce the tea pairing and answer your questions about Japanese tea culture and brewing techniques.
Date: Saturday, March 21, 2026 Time: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM Location: JASG Office Fee: $10 (Member) / $15 (Non-member)
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To complete your registration, click HERE or visit www.jas-hou.org/events/2026/3/21/ouchigohan-misomadness
おうちごはん! (Ouchigohan) Miso Madness Home Cooking
Japanese Home Cooking with Table for Two, Japan-America Societies & Japan Societies in Atlanta/Georgia, Boston, Houston, Philadelphia, Washington DC, Colorado, North Carolina, and USJETAA
Saturday, March 21, 2026 @ 5:30-7:00 PM ET
$10 Members / $15 Non-members
JASG members use code "georgia"
Hosted online via Zoom
( receive an email with the Zoom link and recipe card after registering )
Join Japan-America Society of Houston (JASH) for the March edition of our family-friendly online Japanese home cooking series おうちごはんOUCHIGOHAN—and cook along from your own kitchen!
As March brings its signature excitement, we’re channeling that energy into the kitchen with a little culinary “madness” of our own—spotlighting miso as the bold, umami-rich MVP of the Japanese pantry.
In proud partnership with Table for Two’s #EdamameChamp Campaign, we are celebrating soybeans—the plant-based powerhouse at the heart of miso. For centuries, miso has been a cornerstone of Japanese cuisine, prized for its depth, versatility, and nourishing qualities. During this interactive cookalong, participants will explore creative and delicious ways to cook with miso—highlighting its rich flavor and cultural significance while inspiring new everyday favorites.
While the final menu is still being perfected, participants can look forward to a full miso-inspired experience—featuring an appetizer, main dish, and even dessert, each incorporating miso in inventive and delicious ways. We are especially honored to be joined by a special GUEST CHEF who will guide us step-by-step through this flavorful culinary experience. Whether you’re a seasoned home cook or brand new to Japanese cuisine, this family-friendly program is designed for all ages and skill levels.
Advance ticket purchase required. One registration per family. Members of other Japan/Japan America Societies—please enter your JASG’s discount code (georgia) at checkout for member pricing. The recipe cards, ingredient list, and Zoom link will be sent a few days prior to the event. Get ready to stir, whisk, and taste your way through MISO MADNESS!
The Miso Madness doesn’t stop in the kitchen!
Throughout March, iconic miso dishes will go head-to-head in a tasty showdown to determine the #MisoMadness version of #EdamameChamp.
From comforting classics to regional specialties, each matchup highlights the incredible versatility and depth of Japan’s beloved fermented soybean paste.
Matchups are released every Wednesday and Friday throughout March
Voting will remain open for 24 hours per round
Winners advance through the bracket
The final champion will be revealed LIVE during our March 21 Ouchigohanprogram!
The Miso Madness doesn’t stop in the kitchen! Throughout March, iconic miso dishes will go head-to-head in a tasty showdown to determine the #MisoMadness version of #EdamameChamp. From comforting classics to regional specialties, each matchup highlights the incredible versatility and depth of Japan’s beloved fermented soybean paste.
How It Works
Vote based on flavor, nostalgia, regional pride—or simply which dish makes you hungriest. Follow along, rally your favorites, and help us narrow down the field to one ultlimate Miso Champion! Now it’s your turn to decide which dish reigns supreme! Let the Miso Madness begin!
Debra Samuels leads the program content and curriculum development of TABLE FOR TWO USA’s Japanese inspired food education program, “Wa- Shokuiku -Learn. Cook. Eat Japanese!”. She was a food writer and contributor to the Food Section of The Boston Globe and has authored two cookbooks: “My Japanese Table,” and “The Korean Table.” She curated the exhibit, “Obento and Built Space:Japanese Boxed Lunch and Architecture,” at the Boston Architectural College (2015) and co-curated “Objects of Use and Beauty: Design and Craft in Japanese Culinary Tools,” at the Fuller Craft Museum (2018). Debra worked as a program coordinator and an exhibition developer at the Japanese department of the Boston Children's Museum (1992-2000). She has lived in Japan, all together, for 12 years and specializes in Japanese cuisine. She travels around the country and abroad teaching hands-on workshops on obento, the Japanese lunchbox. During Covid 19 she is teaching live online cooking programs to youth and adults.
おうちごはん！Ouchigohan! – Japanese Home Cooking is a special collaboration between members of the National Association of Japan-America Societies and Table for Two’s innovative food program, Wa-Shokuiku: Learn. Cook. Eat Japanese!, featuring recipes selected to introduce Japanese food philosophy and preparation techniques. Make simple, healthy, home-style Japanese food to enjoy with friends and family. The series is co-organized by he Japan-America Society of Georgia, The Japan Society of Boston, The Japan-America Society of Houston, TheJapan America Society of Colorado, Japan-America Society of North Carolina, Japan America Society of Greater Philadelphia,The Japan-America Society of Washington D.C. and US JET Alumni Association.
The Atlanta Council on International Relations is Honored to Present "Diplomatic Dialogue" a Reception and Discussion with:
Kenichi Matsuda
Consul General of Japan
Join us for a Diplomatic Dialogue reception with Kenichi Matsuda, Consul general of Japan in Atlanta. After an hour of networking with beer, wine, and food, Consul General Matsuda and ACIR's Vice President of Diplomatic Relations Mark Pierson will discuss the work of the Consulate of Japan and the importantce of the Southeastern U.S.-Japan relationship. The Consulate of Japan in Atlanta covers Georgia, Alabama, North Carolina, and South Carolina.
The Diplomatic Dialogue attendees will be able to ask the Consul General questions. Remarks are off-the-record and cannot be recorded but social media posts are encouraged.
Date: Wednesday, March 25th, 2026
Time: 5:00 pm. to 7:45 pm.
Venue: Barnes and Thornburg, 3340 Peachtree Road, Suite 2900. Atlanta, GA 30326
Parking: Is located in the Tower Place 100 Building in Buckhead and will be validated by Barnes & Thornburg. When using maps or ride share, give your driver or put into your GPS: "Tower Place 100".
Price: $15 Members (Including Members of the Japanese Chamber of Commerce and the Japan America Society of Georgia), $20 Non-members, $5 Students (GATech, Mercer, KSU, & UNG only).
Registration Closes on Friday, March 20th, at 10 A.M.
Cancellation Policy: If you need to cancel, please do so no later than 48 hours before start of the event. NO refund can be provided after that.
You must pay online to register. For registration questions please contact registrar@atlantacir.org. By registering, I understand that photos and/or video may be taken at this program, and agree that these materials may be used for promotional purposes. Please contact the programming team with questions: registrar@atlantacir.org. Members are welcome to bring non-member friends to ACIR events at member rates. The same guest may only be invited once at member rates. Thank you for supporting this ACIR event with your attendance.
For general information or questions about registration email us at: registrar@atlantacir.org
About Consul General Kenichi Matsuda
Kenichi Matsuda was born in 1968 in Sasebo, Japan. He graduated form the Faculty of Law at the University of Tokyo passed the Higher Diplomatic Service Examination.
He joined the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in April 1992. Over the years, he held roles both in Japan and overseas. In August 2000, he was assigned to the Embassy of Japan in Belgium. Later, he served as the Deputy Director of the Policy Coordination Division (May 2003), Deputy Director and then Principal Deputy Director of the European Policy Division (August and September 2024), and Principal Deputy Director of the United Nations Planning and Administration Division (March 2007).
In January 2009, Mr. Matsuda became Counsellor at the Embassy of Japan in France. He returned to Japan in January 2012 to serve as Deputy Chief of the Okinawa Liaison Office, and in August 2014, he became Director of the United Nations Planning and Administration Division. He was then posted as Minister to the Embassy of Japan in Germany (October 2016), followed by a similar role in France (July 2020).
In August 2022, Mr. Matsuda was appointed Deputy Chief of Mission and Minister at the Embassy of Japan in the Philippines. In October 2025, Mr. Matsuda joined the Atlanta Consulate General as Consul General. He and his wife Yoko reside in Atlanta.
Diplomatic Dialogue Host
Co-Host Organizations
Strategic Partners
ACIR 2026 Sponsors
Arnall Golden Gregory, LLP
Center for International Business Education and Research
Barnes & Thornberg
Institutional Members
Georgia Institute of Technology
Kennesaw State University
University of North Georgia
ACIR is a Community Partner of the Association of the U.S. Army
For more information and to register, visit https://www.kennesaw.edu/conferences/saupo/
The Symposium on ASIA-USA Partnership Opportunities (SAUPO), organized by KSU’s Asian Studies Program since 2011, continues to be the largest Asia business conference in the U.S., with alternating conference locations in Atlanta and Asia. Next SAUPO conference will be held in person on Friday, April 17, 2026 at KSU Center, 3333 Busbee Drive, Kennesaw GA 30144. Asia Pacific business leaders, investors, policy makers, diplomats, community leaders, scholars and students will meet in person at 2026-SAUPO-Atlanta to develop and strengthen partnerships. The main purposes of SAUPO are information exchange, business network building, global visibility, investment to/from Asia and workforce development.
ジョージア日米協会
は非営利団体として日本とジョージア州の
人々の相互理解を促進することを使命としています。
電話: 404-842-1400 メール: Admin@JASGeorgia.org
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