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Local & Cultural Links

Local and Cultural Links

Here are some links to local organization in the neighborhood, as well as links to sites that deal with Japanese Culture.
  • Altadena Presbyterian Church
  • Pasadena Buddhist Temple - Part of the Buddhist Churches of America.
  • Nikkei Federation - a clearinghouse of information for special events, sports leagues, clubs, language/cultural classes and social groups involving Southern California's vibrant and diverse Japanese American community.
  • Rafu Shimpo - Japanese newspaper
  • Cultural News- Media to tie together the Japanese culture enthusiasts
  • Nanka Kyudokai - The Japanese Archery Group that holds classes at the PJCI on Saturdays from 5:30pm to 9:30pm

Miscellaneous Cultural Sites
  • Kanji Names Project - A website that  has links to sites that deal with how to choose a Japanese name or Kanji for children.
  • Japanese Drama Home - This site has information about different actors/actresses and summary of the programs.
  • NHK World Online - This site is the official site of the NHK TV programs which include news and many other interesting programs dealing with Japan.

If you plan on traveling to Japan, here are some sites to look at
  • Yokoso! Japan - a site that considers itself the "official" Japan guide
  • The Japan FAQ: Know Before You Go - the complete guide to working, visiting and living in Japan
  • Japanese Manners & Etiquette 
  • Home
    • PJCI Board Members
    • Membership
    • PJCI Archived News Pages >
      • September 2012 Newsletter
      • 2012 50th Anniversary Luncheon
      • Manzanar Pilgrimage
      • 2010 PJCI Bazaar
      • 2009 PJCI Bazaar
  • Organizations
    • Mirai Nihongo Gakuin
    • Martial Arts
  • Pasadena Nikkei Seniors
  • Miss Pasadena JCI
    • 2018 Miss PJCI
    • 2017 Miss PJCI
    • 2016 Miss PJCI
    • 2015 Miss PJCI >
      • 2015 Miss PJCI Update
    • 2014 Miss PJCI
    • 2013 Miss PJCI
    • 2012 Miss PJCI
    • 2011 Miss PJCI
    • 2010 Miss PJCI
    • 2009 Miss PJCI
  • Friendship Summer Prog
    • 2013 Friendship
    • 2010 Friendship
    • 2008 Friendship
    • 2006 Friendship
    • 2005 Friendship to Japan
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