Japan Society of New Orleans upcoming events

Nihongo Renshuu (Conversation Practice) (Sun, November 15, 2026)

Sun, 15 Nov 2026 20:00:00 GMT

Nihongo Renshuu is meeting again! As the name suggests, it is now focused on conversation with other activities being involved occasionally. It truly is a practice session for those wanting to practice their Japanese. Our new program chair, Aina-sensei, will guide participants into Japanese conversation.

This program is free and open to all who are looking to practice their Japanese speaking skills (meaning some prior Japanese knowledge is required)! Please register online for this meeting as spots are limited.

Meeting details:

Where: The Coffeehouse - 7265 St Claude Ave, Arabi, LA 70032

When: Sunday, November 15th from 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Note: Attendees are expected to already know some Japanese language and ready to speak at this meeting.

JSNO Happy Hour @NOLABrewing (Wed, November 18, 2026)

Thu, 19 Nov 2026 00:30:00 GMT

Interested in meeting more people interested in Japan? Want to discuss your recent trip? Need advice for your upcoming trip? Just need an excuse for a drink after a long day of work?

Join us for food & drinks (alcoholic or non-alcoholic!) at Nola Brewing and Pizza Co! We have had a great turnout in the past and several familiar faces! Friends & family are welcome! Looking forward to seeing everyone, meeting some new people & continuing to grow JSNO within the local community! See you there!

* NOLA Pizza & Brewing is a family friendly venue! Feel free to bring the family, as they have arcade games and other things for kids to play with! *

Date: Wednesday, 18 November

Time: 6:30pm until 9:00pm

Place: NOLA Brewing & Pizza Co, 3033 Tchoupitoulas St, NOLA 70115

JSNO Happy Hour @Broadside/Nikkei Izakaya (Wed, December 16, 2026)

Thu, 17 Dec 2026 00:30:00 GMT

PLEASE NOTE THE VENUE CHANGE!

Come toast the holidays with us! Join us for a night of drinks and friendship, both new and old! We always love hearing about everyone's interest in Japan, recent trips, or sharing advice for any upcoming trips.

We've have had a great turnout in the past, seen several familiar faces as well as made many new friends. Thank you to everyone who has joined us! For the holidays, celebrate with us for sushi and sake (or a wine or seltzer) at The Broadside! Looking forward to seeing everyone and hopefully meeting some new people!

Date: Wednesday, December 16th

Time: 6:30pm until 9:00pm

Place: The Broadside/Nikkei Izakaya 600 N Broad St, New Orleans, LA 70119

Houston Ballet performance of Madame Butterfly (Sat, April 17, 2027)

Sun, 18 Apr 2027 00:00:00 GMT

Under the leadership of Artistic Director Julie Kent and Stanton Welch AM, Houston Ballet returns to the stage with Welch’s powerful Madame Butterfly. Originally created in 1995 for The Australian Ballet as Welch’s very first full-length work, this internationally lauded masterpiece now stands as a definitive milestone of his career.

Set to Puccini’s iconic score, the production follows the poignant tale of Cio-Cio-San, a young geisha who sacrifices her faith and family to marry an American naval lieutenant. Exquisite choreography and picturesque sets by Peter Farmer beautifully evoke 19th-century Japan, drawing viewers into an emotionally charged journey of love and betrayal.

From sweeping, passionate pas de deux to deeply moving final scenes, Madame Butterfly showcases Houston Ballet’s elite storytelling and flawless classical technique. The incredible dramatic depth of the company’s dancers brings this production to life with unforgettable intimacy, proving exactly why they are recognized as one of the nation’s premier classical companies.

“One of the nation’s best ballet companies” —The New York Times

Programming subject to change.