Valley Japanese Community Center

Valley Japanese Community Center Our mission is to preserve and further the timeless cultural traditions, which is our legacy by gene New classes in yoga and chair yoga are also offered.

After being released from various relocation centers, Issei Pioneers settling in the Eastern San Fernando Valley saw a need for a centralized gathering place. this would serve as a cultural resource of civic and community events thus adding to the already rich cultural diversity of the area. Valley Japanese Community Center was first established in 1952 as a non-profit corporation. We strive to pr

eserve and perpetuate our Japanese American heritage and cultural experience. It is noteworthy that our Japanese Language School under the Kyodo System is one of the oldest operating institutions in the Los Angeles County. One of the first organizations formed under Los Angeles Hompa Hongwanji buddhist Temple was Valley Buddhist Temple. We are proud to offer diverse classes, clubs and activities to enrich the Japanese-American culture of the community. Martial arts classes in Judo and Kendo are currently being offered. Other cultural offerings are Shigin (Japanese poetry, Tea Ceremony, Shodo (Japanese Calligraphy) and Taiko. You must be a Community Center member to participate. The ever popular, Shiatsu is one service offered at a discounted rate for anyone in the community. The second Friday of each month is set aside for Community Center Cabinet meetings. We have an open door policy and are always open to suggestions for improvements in all areas. Please contact us for further information or if you would just like to get involved.

Save the date! Browse and shop for unique items and get ready for Obon season! You will find wonderful items being so...
04/29/2026

Save the date! Browse and shop for unique items and get ready for Obon season! You will find wonderful items being sold.

04/17/2026
It’s coming on to that time of the year! Everyone’s favorite Obon season! I will be teaching this years dances and sta...
04/08/2026

It’s coming on to that time of the year! Everyone’s favorite Obon season! I will be teaching this years dances and starting Bon Odori practice 6/2, 5, 9, 12, 16 from 630PM. You will need Uchiwa (round fan), Naruko or kachi kachi, and a Tenugui (towel). I already have songs selected just for fun aside from the set playlist so come on out and practice!

Valley Judo Institute
04/08/2026

Valley Judo Institute

Thank you always for featuring our center in the Rafu Shimpo! These photos are from our New Year party in January.
03/21/2026

Thank you always for featuring our center in the Rafu Shimpo! These photos are from our New Year party in January.

Namaste Happy Yoga Family The next yoga class will be on 3/7 (Sat) 10:30~11:45AMDaylight Saving Time is almost here!As o...
03/20/2026

Namaste Happy Yoga Family

The next yoga class will be on 3/7 (Sat) 10:30~11:45AM
Daylight Saving Time is almost here!
As our daily rhythm shifts, we’ll focus on the breath and practice yoga to gently balance body and mind.
See you on the mat 🙂

もうすぐ夏時間が始まりますね！
体のリズムが少し変わるこのタイミングに合わせて、呼吸に意識を向けながら心と身体を整えるヨガを行います。
おたのしみに～

Spring Sessions
Mar 7, 21, 28
Apr 4, 11, 25
May 2, 16, 30

VJCC member $7/session Non-member $10/session
Yoga mats, pillows, blocks, bolsters, yoga straps, and blankets are provided, or bring your own 🙂

Hari om
Noriko T.
RYT200 Yoga Alliance Instructor, Chakra Works practitioner, Chakra Healing practitioner
(818) 601-3288

Please support our Buddhist Temple fundraiser! Gassho 🙏🏻
03/06/2026

Please support our Buddhist Temple fundraiser! Gassho 🙏🏻

We will be hosting another kimono and accessories fair in collaboration with Japanology Fair. Now is the time to prepar...
03/05/2026

We will be hosting another kimono and accessories fair in collaboration with Japanology Fair. Now is the time to prepare for everything you need for the upcoming Obon season!!! If youre interested in being a vendor please contact Chi San at info@japanologyfair.com

Saturday 1/24/2026 we held our annual Shinnenkai or New Year party. We had guests who celebrated with us and even jumped...
01/25/2026

Saturday 1/24/2026 we held our annual Shinnenkai or New Year party.
We had guests who celebrated with us and even jumped in with entertainment as well. All entertainment is provided by community center members. A yummy bento from Nijiya and celebratory sake was enjoyed by all.
We are a small center but we have been here for over 70 years and still serve the community.

📷 by Jk Yamamoto of the Rafu Shimpo

01/09/2026

Maintenance day for Sunday 1/11 has been cancelled and rescheduled for Saturday 1/17 1030AM. We will welcome any volunteers to help make our center sparkle for our New Year party.

https://rafu.com/2026/01/new-years-party-at-valley-jcc/Thank you Rafu Shimpo!
01/07/2026

https://rafu.com/2026/01/new-years-party-at-valley-jcc/

Thank you Rafu Shimpo!

The Valley Japanese Community Center and its affiliated organizations are sponsoring the annual New Year’s party on Saturday, Jan. 24, from 4 p.m. The affiliated organizations are Valley Buddhist Dharma School, Valley Buddhist Church, Akaoni Daiko, Chado Edo-senke, Valley Kendo Dojo, Valley Judo D...

When our Valley Buddhist Temple was thriving. The year is 1962.
11/12/2025

When our Valley Buddhist Temple was thriving. The year is 1962.

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8850 Lankershim Blvd
Sun Valley, CA

Telephone

8188259583

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