Partners & Sponsors

A beloved local café and community gathering space that has generously provided venue support for our events, helping foster a welcoming atmosphere where our members can connect.

Seattle's first ice cream shop to serve authentic Hokkaido soft serve, made with milk imported directly from Hokkaido's renowned dairy farms. Features classic Hokkaido milk flavor, seasonal varieties, and Japanese-inspired toppings. Now franchising with locations in Seattle and Los Angeles.

A bilingual Montessori preschool in Bellevue providing Japanese–English educational services for children, families, and educators, nurturing the joy of learning across cultures.

An izakaya-style restaurant in Wallingford, Seattle, specializing in authentic charcoal-grilled yakitori crafted with Japanese technique and precision. The interior evokes a nostalgic Japan through retro gaming-inspired décor, offering a warm and playful atmosphere alongside a thoughtful selection of yakitori, small plates, and izakaya drinks.

A Japan-based global education organization with a Seattle office, specializing in study abroad programs, international internships, business training, and cross-cultural exchange. SEKAIA empowers the next generation of global leaders through life-changing experiences that bridge Japan and the world.

Seattle's first dedicated Sapporo-style soup curry restaurant, bringing Hokkaido's spice-forward curry tradition to the Pacific Northwest. Every bowl is made from scratch with a custom blend of over 25 spices, by a chef who previously ran a spice curry restaurant in Sapporo itself.

A Seattle-based technology company with deep roots in the Japanese-American business community. PSPINC provides web, email, and cloud services with a focus on small-to-medium businesses, and offers company tours and visits for exchange students to experience the tech industry firsthand.

A modern ramen bar in Seattle's Wallingford neighborhood, celebrating the flavors of Hokkaido through rich ramen, Zangi fried chicken, and izakaya-style dishes. Over a decade of community hospitality, with a name that means 'Pleasure to Meet You' — and it always is.