Introducing a brand new program for high school students

Introducing Yo! Seasons, a cohort program for high schoolers featuring interactive workshops, immersive retreats, and meaningful community mentorship that happen, yes, once a season.

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Welcome to Yo!

Yo! is building a community where people can grow their identity, strengthen their connections, and make an impact in the Japanese American community.

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Our Programs

Yo! offers a diverse range of programs catered to diverse interests and age groups, encouraging participants to build community in different ways!

Yo! Camp

Yo! Camp is a seven-day overnight experience that gives youth in the Japanese American community a safe, hands-on space for family connection, personal discovery, and memories that last.

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Yo! Seasons

Introducing Yo! Seasons, a cohort program for high schoolers featuring interactive workshops, immersive retreats, and meaningful community mentorship that happen, yes, once a season.

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Yo! Residency

A new program for Japanese American young adults to build community, explore purpose, and take action through the Yo! community.

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Yo! Media

Yo! Media is our online community publication for stories, food, + culture. Check out our Instagram page to see the latest.

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Upcoming Events

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Culture & Community

When Everyone Else Got Younger, and You Didn’t

Craig Ishii

December 24, 2025

Just because you're older at camp doesn't mean your time is up—your role is evolving, your impact is growing, and camp still needs you more than ever.

Culture & Community

More than a Festival: What My Nisei Week Court Experience Has Taught Me

Caitlyn Sasaki

May 31, 2025

Nisei Week extends beyond the local community, creating connections that span across the world. To me, Nisei Week is a reminder of the power of community, the strength of sisterhood, and the lasting impact of cultural exchange.

Student Life

Thank You, Wisteria Chugakko

Sierra Kushi

July 28, 2025

My summers at Wisteria Chugakko brought me enriching and life-changing experiences. I learned more about Japanese culture, Buddhism, and myself.

Arts

love seeker | February 2025 radiYO! Playlists

Nicole Oshima

July 28, 2025

Valentines, flowers, and honmei-choco may come and go, but good music is forever. This February, we are spotlighting Japanese music we love with playlists made by some of our favorite tastemakers.