Japan Exchange Society in San Francisco Bay Area

Japan Exchange Society (San Francisco Bay Area)

(We were Japanese English Salon before.)

Hi! We're a group of people who are interested in Japanese culture as well as Japanese people who want to make friends with people from this multi-cultural area. We are a group of friends in 20's to 40's.

About

The Japan Exchange Society was founded in 2004 in order to bring together native Japanese people and others interested in Japanese language and culture. Through shared experiences, members learn to understand and appreciate each other to build lasting friendships.

Meetings and Activities

The Japan Exchange Society meets in Cupertino and San Mateo several times each month. In addition, we organize events for members to socialize and have fun. Past events include bowling, hiking, laser tag, beach bonfires, sake tasting, sporting events, and many more!

How to join

Attend a regularly scheduled meeting and sign up for the email list!

Regular Casual Meetings

We have social meetings twice a month in Cupertino and twice a month in San Mateo. We get together and socialize with each other. This is a casual setup without an agenda. You're welcome to stop by!
There is no charge to attend. If you come to the San Mateo meeting, please buy a drink or so at the cafe.

定例交流会

日本文化や言葉に興味のある人たちと、ローカルの友達を作りたい日本人のための集まりです。月に２回 Cupertino、そして２回 San Mateo で集まりがあります。気軽なミーティングです。

Regular Casual Meetings (定例交流会)

Cupertino

Time:

1st, 3rd, and 5th Thursdays from 7:00PM to 8:30PM

Location:

The food court at Cupertino Square(previously, Vallco Fashion Park). It is close to JC Penny.

Parking:

There is a parking lot.

Note:

San Mateo (AGAIN, the meeting start time has been changed.)

Time:

2nd and 4th Wednesday from 7:30PM to 9:00PM

Location:

Boudin Sourdough Bakery and Cafe in Hillsdale Shopping Center,(MAP) which is right across from the Hillsdale CalTrain Station.
The cafe is located on the 2nd level, right above Williams-Sonoma.

Note:

Here is a store map.