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Join our community of hundreds of Japan enthusiasts from Boston and beyond and support the Japan Society of Boston's mission to inspire curiosity, connection, and community. We are sustained by your donations.

JSB Member Benefits:

  • Ability to attend member-exclusive events
    • Online only members are limited to online events
  • Discounted registration for certain paid events
  • A book about Japan as a thank you gift
    • ​At sign up and renewal for regular members
    • At sign up for online only members
  • A membership card, honored for discounts at the following Japan-focused businesses around Boston: ​J-Life International, Kokoro Cares Packages, Ogawa Coffee, GrayMist Studio & Shop, Ko・Kyoto, Yume Wo Katare, Bosso Ramen Tavern, Sushi by Bosso Ramen Tavern, Typhoon Asian Bistro, Sugidama Soba & Izakaya, and Momi Nonmi
  • The knowledge that you have made a difference by supporting our work connecting people across New England and Japan!
  • *Please note that the online only membership is solely for people living outside the Boston area who are unable to attend in-person events
  • Please note that JET Alums discount only applies to the "Individual" level.
  • Please note that inappropriate behavior or solicitation of any kind to other members is not allowed. If this unfortunately occurs, we maintain the right to suspend membership.
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Your membership card will be sent to you within 10-15 days.

If you prefer to join by mail or have questions about membership, please email or call:

Info@JapanSocietyBoston.org
Tel 617-514-7345

日本語でのお問い合わせは、info@japansocietyboston.orgまでお気軽にご連絡下さい

The following generous businesses want to thank you for supporting the Japan Society of Boston by providing a small discount. We hope you will express your appreciation when you patronize these businesses that help make Japanese food and goods available in Boston. 


J-Life International

Discount: 15% off your online purchase 
Procedure: When checking out online, enter the coupon code in the discount code box. Members are given the coupon code when their membership card is mailed to them. They can also visit the JSB Member Portal to find all discount codes.

J-Life International offers a unique mix of traditional Japanese style products for the home. Handcrafted in the United States, their products showcase their dedication to creating quality products with natural materials imbued with Japanese style and practicality.

Address:
PO Box 1899, Conway, NH, 1-866-993-9291

www.jlifeinternational.com


Kokoro Care

Discount: 10% off your online purchase 
Procedure: When checking out online, enter the coupon code in the discount code box. Members are given the coupon code when their membership card is mailed to them. They can also visit the JSB Member Portal to find all discount codes.

Kokoro Care provides hand-crafted Care Packages filled with artisanal Japanese food delivered straight from Japan to your door.

Address:
www.kokorocares.com


Ogawa Coffee

Discount: 15% off at the register
Procedure: Show your membership card at checkout
Limitations: For member and one guest

Ogawa Coffee is dedicated to promoting, preserving, and evolving exceptional coffee culture to be handed off to generations to come. Since its founding in 1952, the Ogawa philosophy has encompassed a deliberate cycle of meticulous production, service, feedback and ongoing improvement in pursuit of coffee perfection.

Address:
10 Milk St
Boston, MA 02108

www.ogawacoffeeusa.com


GrayMist Studio & Shop

Discount: 10% off at the register

Procedure: Show your membership card at checkout

Limitations: Classes not included


GrayMist Studio & Shop is split into two distinct sections—the front is a gift store, which displays unique, quirky, well-crafted items from all around the world. The back section contains the studio, which offers daily classes on Nantucket Basket weaving, as well as workshops on other crafts, such as felting wool, modern calligraphy, and small crafts. The care and thought that goes into the pieces, from the design to the construction and packaging, is apparent in every gift you’ll find here.


Address:
364 Huron Ave
Cambridge, MA 02138
www.graymist.com


Ko・Kyoto

Discount: 10% off your in-store purchase

Procedure: Show your membership card at checkout


Ko・Kyoto (formerly Crane & Turtle) is an artisanal Japanese goods and gift shop run by husband and wife team Kenny and Etsuko. It is a place of comfort and inspiration with a collection of thoughtful, well-crafted Japanese items where folks can come together to take workshops and build a shared understanding of different cultures.


Address:

1 Bow Market Way #33

Somerville, MA 02143

www.ko-kyoto.com

Yume Wo Katare

Discount: 10% off in person

*If 3 JSB members come together, they can get 1 bowl of ramen for free

Procedure: Show your membership card(s) before receiving your bill


Yume Wo Katare is a ramen shop that specializes in Yume-style ramen. Yume Wo Katare has been described as not just being a restaurant, but a "dream factory" and a food-centered aspirational community.


Address

1923 Massachusetts Ave

Cambridge, MA 02140

www.instagram.com/yume_wo_katare



Bosso Ramen Tavern & Sushi by Bosso Ramen Tavern

Discount: 10% off at both locations

Procedure: Show your membership card before receiving your bill


Bosso Ramen Tavern is the first Japanese ramen izakaya in Massachusetts, while Sushi by Bosso Ramen Tavern is Boston’s only sushi restaurant owned by a Japanese chef.


Bosso Ramen Tavern's Address

24 Holyoke St

Cambridge, MA 02138

www.bossoramentavern.com


Sushi by Bosso Ramen Tavern's Address:

163 Newbury St

Boston, MA 02116

www.instagram.com/sushibybosso


Typhoon Asian Bistro

Discount: 15% off in person

Procedure: Show your membership card before receiving your bill


Typhoon Asian Bistro offers a modern Japanese cuisine made only from the freshest ingredients and the finest cuts. The menu highlights gourmet sushi, innovative makimono, nigiri, sashimi, Hawaiian poke, and Asian street food-inspired healthy entrees.


Address

725 Boylston St

Boston, MA 02116

www.typhoonboston.com


Sugidama Soba & Izakaya

Discount: 10% off in person

Procedure: Show your membership card before receiving your bill


Sugidama is a traditional izakaya and soba house that offers freshly made soba, yakitori, a selection of sushi, and fine sake.


Address

234 Elm St

Somerville, MA 02144

www.sugidamasoba.com


Momi Nonmi

Discount: 5% off food only for dine-in omakase reservations

Procedure: To receive the discount, members must make reservations on Momi Nonmi's website using the omakase reservation link. In the very last question box on the Google Form, the provided code must be added. The discount cannot be provided retroactively after the meal.


Momi Nonmi is a modern, gluten-free Izakaya that provides an intimate and unforgettable omakase experience.


Address

1128 Cambridge St

Cambridge, MA 02139

www.mominonmi.com

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