Celebrate 25 years of the Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre! Explore our special “25 Together” exhibit, featuring original items, architectural models, and heartwarming photos that celebrate the community members, volunteers, and donors who made it all possible.
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Unpacking Family History Through Jewelry
This blog post by Reiko Pleau explores Japanese Canadian history, family heirlooms, and intergenerational memory through the lens of Nakataro Matsubayashi’s jewelry business and contemporary Nikkei art.
> read moreCelebrating 60 Years of Friendship: Nikkei Place at the Heart of Burnaby-Kushiro Sister City Relations
To commemorate this special occasion, the beautiful Kushiro Lane Garden was officially opened right beside Nimi Nikkei Home.
> read moreTanabata Market: A Community Celebration
The Tanabata Market, held on Sunday, July 6, welcomed over 2,000 visitors to a day of shopping and Japanese culture.
> read moreJoin the NNMCC Collections & Archives Team for our Archives Open House
Visit the Charles H. Kadota Resource Centre to learn more about our research services on July 12 and September 13, 2025.
> read moreCall for Vendors: Nikkei Craft Fair 2025
November 15 & 16, 2025
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日系祭りをいっしょに盛り上げていただけるボランティア募集
> read moreCall for vendors: Japanese Pop Culture Market
Nikkei Matsuri Committee invites vendors to apply for a booth at the new Japanese Pop Culture Market.
> read moreThe Art of Remembrance: How Marlene Howell’s Work Preserves Japanese Canadian History
Discover Marlene Howell’s powerful painting, exploring the dispossession of Japanese Canadian fishing boats during WWII. Learn about her artistic process and ongoing work.
> read moreGet Ready to Create! Announcing Our Summer Manga Camp!
Our Summer Manga Camp (July 28- August 1) helps ages 9-12 strengthen identity & develop drawing skills through character creation and Japanese cultural activities.
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