Welcome to the Japan-America Society of Indiana
The Japan-America Society of Indiana (JASI) is a not-for-profit cultural and educational organization whose mission is to serve as a bridge of friendship between the people of Indiana and Japan. The Society is supported by a diverse membership of individuals, families, businesses and academic institutions.
MJ Insurance Seminar (in Japanese only):
在米日系企業経営者向けセミナー
For more information and to register, click here.
Godzilla Weekend in Bloomington
Thanks to the efforts of Beth Bredlau, local Godzilla Historian and Scholar, June 27 - 29 has been dubbed "Godzilla Weekend" in Bloomington. Bloomington Mayor Kerry Thomson has even proclaimed June 27, 2025 "Godzilla Day". To celebrate the proclamation, and to share the legacy and importance of the Godzilla franchise, a three-night movie event will be held at the Buskirk-Chumly Theater.
For showtimes and additional information, click here.
Watch Vice President Mike Pence's JASI Gala Speech on YouTube.
Mike Pence, 48th Vice President of the United States and 50th Governor of Indiana, delivered the Keynote Address at the Annual Gala of the Japan-America Society of Indiana (JASI). The 2024 JASI Gala was held on October 17th, 2024, at the Indiana Roof Ballroom in Indianapolis.
Vice President Pence shared his perspectives on the importance of the Japan-U.S. relationship and global alliances in an increasingly challenging geopolitical landscape. He received the “JASI Bridge of Friendship Award” for distinguished leadership in support of relations between the two countries.
JASI's "Oishii Indiana"!
The Japan-America Society of Indiana's new restaurant series, "Oishii Indiana", travels around Indiana visiting some of the best and most authentic Japanese restaurants in the state. Enjoy "touring" a new restaurant each week! The short videos will include interviews with the owners and chefs, the chef's demo of a popular dish, and live comments from customers. The new online series is made possible with support from the GEN-J program, the Japan Foundation Center for Global Partnership, and Japan-America Society of Indiana, with professional support from Monumental Productions. "Oishii Indiana" will help you discover the best of Japanese cuisine in Indiana!
Click here to watch the whole series!
JASI’s online series is made possible with support from the GEN-J program, the Japan Foundation Center for Global Partnership, and Japan-America Society of Indiana, with professional support from Monumental Productions. "Oishii Indiana" will help you discover the best of Japanese cuisine in Indiana!
Conferral of The Order of the Rising Sun,
Gold and Silver Rays Upon Ms. Theresa A. Kulczak
On November 3, 2016 (Japan Time), the Government of Japan announced the recipients of the 2016 Autumn Imperial Decorations. Among the 96 foreign recipients is Ms. Theresa A. Kulczak, Executive Director of the Japan-America Society of Indiana. She will receive The Order of the Rising Sun, Gold and Silver Rays in recognition of her significant contribution to promoting friendly relations and mutual understanding between Japan and the United States. The prestigious decoration is conferred by His Majesty the Emperor of Japan.