COMMUNITY · LA NAGASAKI-KAI
Nagasaki roots.
California friendships.
Keeping a connection to home alive through good company, shared experiences, and a little fun.
A CONNECTION TO HOME
Different generations.
A shared connection.
LA Nagasaki-kai brings together Japanese and Japanese-American community members across generations, including Nisei and Sansei. We share a connection to Nagasaki and Japan while building friendships here in Southern California.
For some of us, Nagasaki is where we grew up. For others, it is part of our family story. Making time to share a meal, play a game, or catch up helps keep that connection alive.
長崎から、南カリフォルニアへ。
WHAT BRINGS US TOGETHER
Good company.
Shared experiences.
01 · SPRING
Spring gatherings
A chance to reconnect, meet new faces, and enjoy time together.
02 · SUMMER
Summer picnics
Time outdoors to catch up with friends and connect across generations.
03 · PLAY
Bowling
A little friendly competition and plenty of laughs, including gatherings with fellow kenjinkai.
04 · CONNECTION
Beyond our own group
Joining other kenjinkai—Japanese prefectural associations—and community events to build friendships throughout Southern California.
MOMENTS TOGETHER
The people make it special.
A few moments from gatherings, community events, and time spent sharing Nagasaki with others.
MY ROLE · PRESIDENT SINCE 2025
A hometown connection.
A personal commitment.
I was born and raised in Nagasaki, and my hometown remains a big part of who I am. I’ve served as President of LA Nagasaki-kai since 2025.
For me, this is about making time for people: helping our community enjoy being together, welcoming new conversations, and keeping our hometown connections alive for the next generation.
LET’S CONNECT
Let’s bring people together.
Interested in a gathering, curious about our community, or have an idea for a collaboration? I’d love to hear from you.
