OJCC Grand Re-opening and Annual General Meetings

We are delighted to bring you news of the Grand Re-opening of the Ottawa Japanese Cultural Centre!

Sunday, October 5th from 1pm – 4pm
Unit B16-2285 St. Laurent Blvd
Ottawa, ON K1G 4Z5
613-731-7939

Did you know at the OJCC we have a children’s play group, traditional and folk dance classes, ikebana and shodō, tea study group, Tomonokai seniors’ club, cooking classes and craft workshops? Come drop by anytime from 1pm – 4pm to see and sign up for all the activities these groups have planned at the Centre this year! Then enjoy some refreshments.

Hope to see you then!

Annual General Meeting

Likewise, every autumn ushers in another Annual General Meeting for both the OJCA and OJCC.

This year’s AGM is set for Sunday, October 19th from 1-4pm.

This year, the OJCA’s AGM will go first, followed by a delicious potluck snack break, and then the OJCC’s AGM will close out the day’s activities. Members-in-good-standing are welcome to attend both or either AGM and to vote on any motions put forward, as well as the 2025-2026 Boards.

Kimono Fashion Show

Kimono Fashion Show – A Cultural Evening

Join us on November 1, 2025, at the Canadian Museum of History for an elegant celebration of kimono and Japanese culture. This special evening will feature the unveiling of stories and photographs from the Kimono Connections / Kimono Tsunagari Project, made possible thanks to the support of the Japanese Canadian Legacies Society.

Your ticket includes:

  • Access to see the kimono on display, interviews and photography exhibitions in the Grand Hall
  • Admission to the Kimono Fashion Show
  • Post-show light refreshments, including food and one non-alcoholic drink

Doors open at 6 pm, and the show begins at 7 pm.

Experience an enchanting evening of Japanese culture, timeless tradition, and artistic elegance — a special and unique celebration you won’t want to miss!

Edamame Harvest Festival 2025! @Jambican Studio Gardens

Sunday, September 14th 

2969 River Rd, Manotick, ON K4M 1B4

Open from 11 am onward

Pick your own Edamame!
Garage sale!
Food and craft vendors!
Mocktail workshop and more!

Looking for Fresh Edamame before the festival? Jambican Studio Gardens also sells Edamame and other delicious produce every Saturday at the Main Street farmers Market.  They will be there every Saturday. Edamame is expected to be available on Saturday, September 6th and 13th.