Upcoming Events
We always have new events in the works! Check out what we're up to:
Event Recording: Bento Workshop Maki-zushi Edition (Jan 17th, 2026)
Did you miss the Bento Workshop? Watch our video recording from the event now!
Bento Workshop: Maki-Zushi Edition – January 17th
We are happy to announce the 6th annual Bento Workshop: Maki-zushi edition! Date: January 17th, […]
3rd Annual JETAA Hawaiʻi Halloween Costume Contest (NOW live)
The 3rd Annual JETAA Hawai’i Halloween Costume Contest is live! They’re teaming up once again […]
Cozy Craft & Stationary Night
Join us for a cozy evening of crafting, conversation, and community with fellow JET alumni! […]
(WEBINAR) The Religion of Anime
Join USJETAA and Dr. Jolyon Thomas, Associate Professor of Religious Studies at the University of […]
Seeking Volunteers for Kumoricon (10/31 to 11/2)
Help Us Spread the Word About the JET Program! We’re currently looking for JET alumni […]
(WEBINAR) JET to HR: Turning Global Experience into People-Focused Careers
Join USJETAA and JET alumni career coaches for this free webinar that explores career opportunities […]
JET Ski 2025
JETAABC, PNWJETAA, and JETAA Portland welcome you to our ski & snowboard day! We are […]
Free Lecture at PSU: “Going from Student to Company Worker” by Haruko Minegishi Cook
Join PSU’s Japanese Studies Department for a free lecture by Haruko Minegishi Cook, of University […]
Ranald MacDonald 200th Birthday Celebration in Astoria, OR – Trip Report
Earlier this August, JETAA Portland made a visit to Astoria to commemorate Ranald MacDonald’s 200th […]
Regular Events
Happening either once a month or once a year, our regular events have something for everyone and are a great place to meet other JET alumns and people from all over the Portland Metro area that love Japan too.
Cultural Events
Explore Japanese culture through various Japanese arts, crafts and other activities.
Meetings
Do you have ideas for events or want to get more involved in JETAA? Join us at our monthly chapter meetings!
