Japan America Society of Southern California Building Japan-America Relationships Since 1909
Thursday, September 17, 2026
The Biltmore Los Angeles506 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90071
Map & Directions
ATTIRE
Cocktail or Business
PARKING
Tickets, Sponsorships, and Silent Auction Opportunities
Click here for the 117th Gala Sponsorship Brochure
Individual Seats are $450 per guest Table Sponsorships begin at $6,500
Your participation will make JASSC programs possible, including the Kite Workshops that benefit children attending Title I programs (i.e., schools serving a high percentage of children from low-income families) and Japan Bowl of California.
スポンサーシップ
アニバーサリーディナーの寄付金や協賛金は、南加日米協会が開催する教育プログラムを継続するための重要な資金源となっております。Title I プログラム（NCLB第 1 章で定められた不利な状況にある児童・生徒の学力の向上に向けた取組に対する財政支援） に参加している学校に通う低所得層の生徒が対象で、和凧作製ワークショップや、ジャパンボウルオブカリフォルニアなどのプログラムを開催しています。
For additional information about attractive sponsorship opportunities, please contact Chie McHaffie at mchaffie@jas-socal.org.
GALA TRIBUTE BOOK Increase your company's visibility and marketing outreach! To place an ad in the Gala Tribute Book, please contact Chie McHaffie at mchaffie@jas-socal.org.
International Citizens Award - 国際市民賞
YOSHIKI
YOSHIKI is an internationally acclaimed composer, musician, producer, philanthropist, and cultural ambassador whose influence extends far beyond the world of music. As the leader and co-founder of X JAPAN, he helped redefine Japanese rock music and became one of the country’s most influential artists. His remarkable career has expanded across classical music, film scoring, fashion, and international collaborations, earning him worldwide recognition while introducing Japanese artistry and culture to global audiences.
Beyond his artistic achievements, YOSHIKI has devoted himself to humanitarian efforts and charitable initiatives throughout his career. He has generously supported disaster relief, children’s charities, medical research, and educational programs in Japan, the United States, and around the world. Through both his philanthropy and his music, he has inspired hope, resilience, and compassion across cultures.
As a cultural ambassador, YOSHIKI has built meaningful bridges between Japan and the United States through creativity, innovation, and mutual respect. His ability to unite people through music while using his global platform to support humanitarian causes reflects the very spirit of international friendship.
This year, we are proud to honor YOSHIKI with the Kokusai Shimin Sho (International Citizens Award) in recognition of his extraordinary achievements in music, his humanitarian leadership, and his enduring commitment to strengthening the relationship between Japan and the United States.
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