Join us for a FREE virtual panel where our panelists will share honest discussions around topics including trans lived experiences, reactions to current events, and how to support and be a better ally to trans individuals in our Nikkei community. When: Saturday, 12/6, 11AM-12:30PM PT Where: Virtually Read More »
On Sunday March 1st, at 11 am, Okaeri NorCal will be hosting a gathering in Oakland to remember, share stories, and celebrate the life of Okaeri’s founder, Marsha Aizumi. Please RSVP if you would like to attend. We hope you can join us for an afternoon of sharing memories, food, and community.
Join Okaeri for a gathering and fundraiser to celebrate our launch as a program of Little Tokyo Service Center (LTSC) and honor the life and work of Okaeri’s founder, Marsha Aizumi, who passed away in December 2025.
Come paint decorations for Little Tokyo Prom with us! We will have refreshments and snacks for participants. Decoration making will be on Sunday, April 26th from 12-4PM at the terrace at Terasaki Budokan.
We are excited to announce the launch of our newest Okaeri Connects group for trans and gender diverse Nikkei! The group will be facilitated by Okaeri members Kai and Xander. The Okaeri Connects program, first started in 2020, provides free, monthly, online support groups for the LGBTQ+ Nikkei to find each other, build community, and share their thoughts and experiences.
Race to Little Tokyo on Saturday, May 2nd from 6-10PM for an exhilarating night at Terasaki Budokan for Little (Tokyo Drift) Prom!
Join Okaeri on Saturday June 6, 1:00PM at Faith United Methodist Church for a special premiere screening of Glenn and Karen Murakami's Okaeri Voices video: "We Choose Love" where they share their journey as Japanese american parents of two gay sons.
LGBTQ+を自認（またはそうかもしれない）人たちの集まり. 北米に住む日系LGBTQ+の仲間と繋がりたい、LGBTQ+のことをもっと知りたい、周りに相談できる人がいない、差別のない社会を作りたい。。。様々な思いを持つ人たちと、「安全な場所」でおしゃべりしませんか。月一回集まって日本語によるコミュニティーを作りましょう。
Come celebrate at Terasaki Budokan on September 20th from 5-10pm for Queer Obon Presented by Okaeri! This community festival gathers our Nikkei LGBTQ+ community to remember our queer ancestors through ceremony and dance.
