San Francisco, CA

JAPAN SOCIETY OF NORTHERN CALIFORNIA

EIN 94-1224469

Education & Youth Development Language, Culture & Exchange

Mission

To advance U.S.–Japan relations by providing Northern Californians with language, cultural, educational and business programming that fosters mutual understanding, collaboration, and community.

IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) public charity Contributions are tax-deductible

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About JAPAN SOCIETY OF NORTHERN CALIFORNIA

The Japan Society of Northern California (JSNC) is a long-established 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in San Francisco (founded in 1905) that promotes U.S.–Japan collaboration through language instruction, cultural programming, business and innovation events, and professional networks. JSNC operates Japanese language classes and community cultural programs across the Bay Area while convening business, academic, and government leaders through signature initiatives such as the Japan–US Innovation/Healthcare programs and public symposiums and galas. The organization is an active, donor-facing charity with membership and corporate-sponsorship programs; in recent filings it reported annual revenues in the low‑millions and has continued program activity and partnerships (including healthcare innovation events and collaborations with universities and Japan-focused organizations) over the past 2–3 years.

Notable achievements

More than a century of service

Founded in 1905, JSNC has sustained continuous programming for U.S.–Japan exchange for over 100 years, building long-term cultural and professional networks in Northern California.

Established U.S.–Japan healthcare/innovation platform

JSNC integrated and now hosts the U.S.–Japan Healthcare Connection (formerly US-Japan Medtech Frontiers), producing annual conferences, invitation-only executive symposia, and reverse-pitch and roadshow programs that connect U.S. startups with Japanese industry and investors.

Active language and community programs

JSNC maintains ongoing Japanese language classes, teacher training and public cultural programming across the Bay Area, adapting in recent years to a mix of in-person and online/hybrid delivery to sustain enrollment and community engagement.

At a glance

Total assets: $1.8M
Annual revenue: $1.4M
Tax status: 501(c)(3)Public charity
EIN: 94-1224469
Location: San Francisco, CA
Website: www.usajapan.org
On Mahalo since: April 2026

Financial figures from the IRS Business Master File, the IRS’s registry of tax-exempt organizations.

Recognition

Recognized 501(c)(3) public charity with longstanding public filings and state charity registration for solicitation in California.

Regular collaborator and partner with major regional and Japan-focused institutions (e.g., Consulate-General of Japan in San Francisco, academic partners such as Stanford Biodesign, and industry partners) on innovation and cultural programs.

Hosts high-profile signature events (annual Gala, Japan–U.S. innovation and healthcare conferences) that draw corporate sponsors, donors, and senior executives from both countries.

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