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2023 Bounenkai Networking Event
With 2023 coming to a close, we would like to invite you and any loved ones to join us at this year’s JETAAPDX Bounenkai! If you’re looking for great food and great conversation, please join us and reserve your spot at the Bounenkai. Please see the following information on how to reserve your spot. Where: …
J-Kaiwa Board Game Edition
Join us for games in Japanese, all levels welcome. Where: Mo Cha Tea House12520 SW Farmington Rd. (Beaverton)Who: Anyone who wants to speak some Nihongo!What: Buy your own drinks, JETAA PDX will order some munchies for participants. What is J-Kaiwa?J-Kaiwa stands for Japanese conversation, and it’s a monthly event open to all members of the …
Teatime In the park
We want to hear from you: what activities interest you? What can JETAA Portland do for you? Our new fiscal year starts soon and grant applications are on the horizon, so now’s the time to ask! Want to participate but not really sure what we’re about? Interested in fluffing your resume as an activity Chair …
Thank You to Bento Workshop Participants
A big thank you to everyone who participated in our 3rd Annual Bento Workshop! Amanda Oumiya, of K&L Bentos, did an amazing presentation showing us how to add Valentine’s Day flair to our bentos, including how to naturally dye rice, incorporate heart designs, and how to make our own cute heart bento picks. If you …
Bento Workshop led by Amanda Oumiya (K&L Bentos)
JETAA Portland, with JETAABC, is excited to present a third Bento Workshop led by Amanda Oumiya from K&L Bentos on Sunday, February 5, 2023 at 11:00 am over Zoom. Anyone and everyone is welcome to join and learn! Amanda has been our trusted Bento Workshop leader the past couple times and it has been such …
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January J-Kaiwa
Where: Lucky Labrador Beer Hall – QUIMBY 1945, NW Quimby St, Portland, OR 97209Who: Anyone who wants to speak some Nihongo!What: Buy your own drinks, JETAA PDX will order some munchies for participants. Our Japanese conversation table is making a comeback in-person! Friends of JETs in addition to JET alumni are always welcome. We’re excited …
JET Ski 2023
JET Ski is back with our first in-person, tri-chapter event since 2020! ☃️ Meet us February 4–5, 2023 in Seattle as we reconnect with our friends across JETAABC, JETAA Portland, and PNWJETAA. We are excited to enjoy a day of snow sports, good food, and fun in Seattle! Winter Activities Saturday, February 4, 2023 | …
November J-Kaiwa
Where: Lucky Labrador Beer Hall – QUIMBY 1945, NW Quimby St, Portland, OR 97209Who: Anyone who wants to speak some Nihongo!What: Buy your own drinks, JETAA PDX will order some munchies for participants.When: Thursday, Nov 17 Our Japanese conversation table is making a comeback in-person! Friends of JETs in addition to JET alumni are always …
September J-Kaiwa
Where: Lucky Labrador Beer Hall – QUIMBY 1945, NW Quimby St, Portland, OR 97209Who: Anyone who wants to speak some Nihongo!What: Buy your own drinks, JETAA PDX will order some munchies for participants.When: Wednesday, September 21 Our Japanese conversation table is making a comeback in-person! Friends of JETs in addition to JET alumni are always …
Chapter Planning Meeting for New Fiscal Year
What do you want Portland JETAA to offer in 2022-2023? We want your input! This is also a great chance to get involved with our events and activities for the coming year. We’ll be meeting over Zoom, and you’re welcome to grab a takeout snack or drink to enjoy with us. Reimbursements will depend on …