Japantown Business Association

Enjoy this Sunday at the Japantown Farmer’s Market with all the mamas — moms, grandmas, aunties, and furbaby mamas!

🥦Our AG vendors this week: Big Chuck’s Ostrich Farm, Ed’s Honey Company, EzM Organic Blueberries, KH Mushrooms, Medrano’s Flowers, Rosales Farms, Tu Universo Farms, Villanueva Farms, and Yerena Farms! If you didn’t catch newcomer Gibson Farms with their dried apricots and walnuts last week, here’s your chance to pick some up!

🧁Our food vendors this week: Beckmann’s Bakery, Billi Bakery, California Bakeshop, Chafolio, Curiel’s Kettle Corn, Cracc Salt, Franci Cakes, Hummus Heaven, JuiceAlize, Mogu Mogu, Roti, Roy’s Station, Songbird Patisserie, and Steve the Baker! And grab some breakfast from Hash N’ Dash, Acai Brasil, and Chiken’s Tamales!

✨NEW to the market: Akal Skin!

🪭Featured artisans are: Ceramics by Jane, Harji Naturals, Kane Creations, Reiki Origins, Tenten Yumeko Hairclips, and music by DJ Jay Sumabat! And don’t forget, Gordon Biersch beer at the Information Booth. Check out our new lower beer prices this season! 🍻

Let’s give a warm welcome to our Market Day Sponsor, District 3 Councilmember Anthony Tordillos! Meet him and his staff this Sunday! 🥳

It’s that special time of year! ✨ Welcome to Spring with the launch of the Japantown Farmer’s Market 2026 season this Sunday, May 3! You’re gonna love this season — new vendors, familiar faces, and lots of great food and veggies!

🍓Our AG vendors this week: Big Chuck’s Ostrich Farm, Ed’s Honey Company, EzM Organic Blueberries, KH Mushrooms, Medrano’s Flowers, Rosales Farms, Tu Universo Farms, Villanueva Farms, Xiong Farm Produce, and Yerena Farms! New this season is Gibson Farms, coming from Hollister with dried apricots and walnuts!

🌮Our food vendors this week: Beckmann’s Bakery, California Bakeshop, Chafolio, Curiel’s Kettle Corn, Dayrit Seafood, Franci Cakes, Hummus Heaven, Jaguar Baker, JuiceAlize, Kana Kitchen, Mamma’s Happy Tart, Mogu Mogu, Pastelaria Adega, Roti, Roy’s Station, Sakura Soup, and Xốt Bélong! And grab some breakfast from Hash N’ Dash, Acai Brasil, and Chiken’s Tamales!

🪭Featured artisans are: Coldwater, El Bazar Azteca, Fiesta Paws, Gabzilla’s World, Nirvana Moon, and music will be provided by DJ Jay Sumabat! And don’t forget, Gordon Biersch beer at the Information Booth.

Many thanks to our amazing sponsors :
Gordon Biersch
Valley Services
County Supervisor Betty Duong
Nikkei Matsuri Foundation
Swenson Builders
Laura Henderson & Jason Silva
JP DiNapoli Companies
Wesley United Methodist Church .sanjose
Western Alliance Bank
Kay’s Shiseido
The Schoennauer Company
6th & Jackson
Santa Clara VTA
Johanson & Yau
Ash & Alba
Kogura Company .co
Wynn Smog Center

See you SUNDAYYYYYY!!

You can still register for the Yu-Ai Kai Japantown Fun Run! Sunday, April 26 at 9AM, just before the Nikkei Matsuri Festival!

https://www.yuaikai.org/japantown-fun-run

The Nikkei Matsuri Festival is this Sunday, April 26 in Japantown! Artisanal crafts, food and entertainment from 10AM to 5PM. More at nikkeimatsuri.org!

KQED article featuring commentary from Richard Kogura of Kogura Company, check it out!

The Bay Area’s Housing Crisis Began With Policy Choices Made 50 Years Ago. What Now? | KQED San José’s Japantown reveals the Bay Area housing crisis, where high costs and widening inequality are forcing longtime residents to move and reshaping neighborhoods.

Interested in sponsoring the 2026 season of the Japantown Farmer's Market?

Our event is 100% volunteer operated and managed – requiring 1,100 onsite & 400 additional planning volunteer hours per season. We have higher operational costs this season, so every bit helps!

We're happy to share our sponsorship deck with any interested parties. Don't hesitate to get in touch with us at www.jtownfarm.org and thank you for the consideration!

The Japantown Farmer's Market A favorite Sunday tradition in Japantown San Jose!The 2026 Season kicks off May 3! Find fresh produce, artisanal food products, and handmade crafts at the Japantown Farmer’s Market. Sunday mornings from May to October, 8am to 12 noon, at Gordon Biersch Brewery! – Locally Grown, Locally Made –...

Congratulations to Roy and PJ! 👏🎉

The spirit of 1968 lives on at San Jose State University 💛💙

Patti Jo “PJ” and Roy Hirabayashi are the founders of San Jose Taiko the groundbreaking ensemble that helped shape the Asian American arts movement and elevate Japanese American taiko drumming onto the national and international stage. With deep roots in the San José community, their work has blended artistry, activism, education, and cultural preservation for more than five decades.

Through performance, mentorship, and community leadership, PJ and Roy have empowered generations to find their voice—amplifying culture, resilience, and connection through rhythm.

This year, SJSU is proud to present them with the Spirit of ’68 Award at the Distinguished Alumni Awards, recognizing individuals who embody the courage, activism, and community impact that define that pivotal year in our university’s history.

📅 March 12
📍 San José State University

Join us as we celebrate PJ and Roy Hirabayashi and other inspiring honorees. Purchase your tickets today and be part of this special Spartan celebration. 🥁🎟️

https://sjsu.edu/alumni/distinguished_alumni_awards/index.php

Celebrate Lunar New Year this Sunday, February 22 in Japantown! 🧧✨

From Lion Dancers to Fukubukuro and Mochi Making Workshops, there's plenty to enjoy. We're unveiling a new way to bring in good luck for 2026 -- the year of the Fire Horse -- with pinwheels!

C'mon down from 11am to 2pm and celebrate with us! 🔥🐴✨

Pick up a new Japantown hoodie at Kogura Company or online at shop.rasteroids.com! Available in Orchid Haze and Rainforest Green.

Proceeds support the Japantown Business Association, its businesses, and community projects.