Sakura Gala 2026

Join us for an enchanting evening at the Nikkei Place Foundation Sakura Gala, celebrating 25 years of community at Nikkei Place.

This milestone event will honour two outstanding leaders, Gary Kawaguchi and Sam Yamamoto, with the Thomas Shoyama Lifetime Achievement Award. Enjoy an evening of live entertainment, auctions, and a 3-course fine dining experience by Zen Japanese Restaurant. Tickets are now available — join us and help shape the future of Nikkei Place.

🌸 Saturday, March 7, 2026
📍 Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre, Burnaby
🕔 5pm Registration, Cocktails & Silent Auction | 6pm Evening Program
🎟 Tickets: $250 | Table of 8: $1,800
🌐More info: www.nikkeiplacefoundation.org/gala