SF
This organization known for it's many youth programs also houses a friendly ghost in it's facility
JCYC
An iconic pillar of the community for over 100 years, this establishment has served as a place of peace for people to gather
San Jose Buddhist Church Betsuin
Known for their fun and colorful hats, this community ping pong club hosts weekly games for all to join on Tuesdays
Little Tokyo Table Tennis
How many weeks long is the Nikkei Community Internship?
8
This power couple, while widely known as founding San Jose Taiko, also make a delicious curry
Roy & PJ Hirabayashi
How many stops are there on the Japantown history tour?
16
A former NCI alum herself, she now serves as the executive director of JAMsj
Vanessa Hatakeyama
This manju shop in Little Tokyo is known for specialities such as peanut butter and chocolate manju
Fugetsu-Do
In what order are the 3 J-towns visited during the NCI program?
Opening - LA
Closing - SJ
Closing - SF
Though not the celebrity famous for roles like Scott Pilgrim, this man has been the board president of JAMSJ since 2017
Michael Sera
Yasukochi's Sweet Stop
Focusing on promoting healthy aging for seniors, this non-profit also offers hot meals and Zumba classes
Yu-Ai Kai
What year was Kizuna, the non-profit empowering community leaders of all ages and backgrounds, founded?
2011
How many interns were in the first year of NCI? (2002)
13
These two brothers have been pillars of the SF JA community and are both executive directors of local organizations
Paul & Jon Osaki
This J-town establishment is 100% community owned, and also the home of beloved mascot Maido
JCCCNC - The Center
San Jose Obon set a new record high this past Summer with this many dancers
1726
Known as the "big gym in Little Tokyo", this organization recently hosted the UPRISERS Family Drive
Terasaki Budokan
This years cohort remains the largest so far with a record 27 interns across the three J-towns
2018
An avid fan of Japangeles, the Dodgers, Lakers, and Packers, he serves as the program coordinator for Kizuna and has been called the "Japanese Buzz Lightyear"
Alan Takashi Riley
How many stores are there in the Japantown mall?
46
What was the first organization from San Jose to hose an intern for the NCI program?
Showcasing JA and car culture, this most recent JANM exhibit tells the story of car lovers like George Nakamura
Cruising J-Town
What was the past years theme for the NCI program?
Stronger Together
Between your three lovely hosts, this intern stands the tallest at 5'7
Tim