The Japan-America Society of Northwest Florida is thrilled to announce the return of HizashiCon, Pensacola’s celebration of Japanese anime, pop culture and music. Following the success of its inaugural year in 2024, HizashiCon 2025 promises to be bigger and even more exciting as part of the official lineup of Foo Foo Fest. The family-friendly convention…
The tenth annual Japan-U.S. Military Program (JUMP) will be held on Saturday, March 15 from 1-3 p.m. at the SCI Building, 220 W. Garden St., in downtown Pensacola. This free event, presented by the Japan-America Society of Northwest Florida and sponsored by the Consulate-General of Japan in Miami, is a salute to the U.S. military…
The Japan-America Society of Northwest Florida (JAS) will usher in the “Year of the Snake” with its 31st annual Japanese New Year Celebration on Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025, at the Wright Place in downtown Pensacola. Festivities will take place from 12 noon until 4 p.m. and will include performances by the popular Matsuriza taiko drummers,…
Get ready for an electrifying weekend of Japanese anime and pop culture as HizashiCon makes its debut in Pensacola on Nov. 8 and 9, 2024. Hosted at the First United Methodist Church (6 E. Wright St.), this family-friendly convention is part of Foo Foo Fest 2024 and promises to be an unforgettable experience for fans…
Join us on March 30, 2024 in downtown Pensacola for a Japan-US Military Program (JUMP) that salutes the U.S. military in Japan. The program and reception will take place at the SCI Building, 220 W. Garden Street, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Speakers will include the Hon. Kazuhiro Nakai, Consul General of the Consulate…
The Japan-America Society of Northwest Florida (JAS) will usher in the “Year of the Dragon” with its 30th annual Japanese New Year Celebration on Sat., Jan. 20, 2024, at the Wright Place in Pensacola. Festivities will take place from 12 noon until 4 p.m. and will include performances by the popular Matsuriza taiko drummers, Japanese…
Immerse yourself in the rich and vibrant culture of Japan at this year’s Japan Culture Day on Saturday, Nov. 18, from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the University of West Florida’s Japan House (Building 71). This free event promises an exciting lineup of cultural activities, workshops, performances and displays for participants of all ages.…
All times approximate and subject to change. 12:05pm – Opening RemarksBill Cuilik, President, Japan-America Society of Northwest FloridaD.C. Reeves, Mayor, City of PensacolaKazuhiro Nakai, Consul General of the Consulate-General of Japan in Miami 12:20pm – Matsuriza Taiko Drum Performance 12:50pm – Judo DemonstrationPensacola Judo Training Center, Sensei Earl Wright 1:10pm – Japanese Children’s Group, “Yukiya…
The Japan-America Society of Northwest Florida (JAS) will usher in the “Year of the Rabbit” with its 29th annual Japanese New Year Celebration on Saturday, Jan. 21, 2023, at the Wright Place in Pensacola. Festivities will take place from 12 noon until 4 p.m. and will include performances by the popular Matsuriza taiko drummers from…
The Eighth Annual Japan-U.S. Military Program:U.S.-Japan: A Strategic Alliance for Ensuring Regional Peace & Security National Naval Aviation Museum (Blue Angels Atrium)Pensacola, FloridaSaturday, December 3, 2022 Table displays of the U.S. Bases in Japan: 11:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.Program: 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Speakers include (in order of speaking): Rear Admiral Kyle Cozad, U.S.…
