Nihonmachi Little Friends

NLF looks forward to the Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival each year—a celebration that brings our community together. 🌸🎈

This year’s opening weekend storm impacted many of the artisans, small businesses, and nonprofits who make it so special.

Please consider supporting the recovery fundraiser or sharing:
https://bit.ly/nccbf-recoveryfund

If you’re able, we invite you to give or share and help uplift the community that makes this festival so meaningful.

Bid away on Valkyries/Warriors merch, pokemon and sanrio collectibles, date night experiences, and more! Our online auction is live with some live bidding happening during our Performance on Sunday, February 22nd! 🎭🎞️
🔗 LINK IN BIO | nlfdowa2026.auctria.events
AUCTION ENDS MONDAY FEBRUARY 23rd 12PM

Have you purchased your tickets yet? Join Nihonmachi Little Friends for Dowa no Omatsuri: A Festival of Children’s Stories on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at the beautiful Palace of Fine Arts Theater. This beloved annual celebration brings together culture, community, and creativity through an enchanting afternoon of storytelling, music, and dance. Audiences will delight in heartfelt performances by NLF preschoolers and after-school students created especially for the stage.Our online ticket sales are live through February 20th 🎟️— and our online auction begins February 15th! There’ll be something for everyone—unique teacher experiences, delicious dining opportunities, sports memorabilia, and more. Check back soon and get ready to bid! ✨🛍️🛒

🔗 https://nlfdowa2026.auctria.events/

Nihonmachi Little Friends 50th Anniversary Celebration🎉
📅 Friday, November 21, 2025
🎊 Community Mixer from 5:30 - 6:30 pm | Buffet Dinner and Program at 6:30 pm
📍 St. Mary’s Cathedral, St. Francis Hall
🔗 Registration Site Link: https://givebutter.com/nlf50

NLF invites the community to celebrate its 50th Anniversary on Friday, November 21, 2025, at 5:30 pm at St. Mary’s Cathedral, in San Francisco’s historic Japantown.

The evening will be emceed by .katsuyama , KTVU Fox 2 Reporter, and will feature a gourmet tasting experience that includes NLF’s award-winning curry, an array of savory dishes, desserts, and sushi prepared by Chef Nori Sasaki. Guests will also enjoy fine sake and wine curated by Todd Eng and Meg Kawamoto of . Performances by Melody Takata of , Francis Wong of .improvarts , and children from NLF’s program will enliven the celebration and highlight the rich cultural traditions that have been central to NLF’s mission.

Early bird registration is available at $150 per person through November 1st; after this date, tickets are $175.

All proceeds will directly support NLF’s programs and Building Fund.

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Our highest community turnout with over 400 attendees including alumni and current families at our Big Steps for Little Friends! Big thanks to our staff and volunteers and our contibutors .company.official for making this a wonderful event and celebrating community! ❤️🥰

There’s still time to help us reach our goal! Contributions will be accepted through the end of October. Link in bio (www.bit.ly/nlf5krun) to donate!

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Lace up and join the fun! 👟🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

🔗 Register here: bit.ly/nlf5krun

We’re kicking off NLF’s 50th Anniversary celebrations with our 5K Run/Walk at Golden Gate Park on Sunday, October 19th!

💸 Early-bird special: Register by October 3rd to lock in discounted pricing AND guarantee a race T-shirt in your size — designed by the amazing

✨ Get ready for a day packed with:
• Face painting for all ages
• Classic Undoukai games (you won’t want to miss these!)
• Bliss Pops & to recharge and refresh after you cross the finish line!

Whether you’re running, walking, or cheering, come celebrate our community spirit and kick off NLF’s milestone year in style.

📆 Sunday, October 19th
📍 Lindley Meadows, Golden Gate Park
✨ Register by October 3rd for early-bird pricing & your perfect T-shirt size!

This is the first event to celebrate NLF’s 50th anniversary — so don’t miss it!
And remember to mark your calendar for the big celebration on Friday, November 21st at St. Mary’s Cathedral. 🎉

Let’s make this 5K an unforgettable reunion of energy, laughter, and community pride!

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Join us for an in-person tour of our preschool! During your visit, you’ll have the opportunity to step into our classrooms, explore our outdoor play space, and observe the joy of learning in action. You’ll see how our educators thoughtfully integrate Japanese language and culture throughout the day, creating a warm and nurturing environment where children grow through inquiry, play, and meaningful connections.

📅 September 24, 2025 11:00 am - 12 Noon
📍1830 Sutter Street
✍️ RSVP: [email protected]

📣REGISTRATION IS NOW LIVE📣
WHERE: Lindley Meadows in Golden Gate Park
WHEN: Sunday, October 19th 9am-1pm

Each registrant will receive a FREE custom tshirt 🥰🏃🏃🏻‍♀️ LINK IN BIO to register/donate with your family or visit www.nlfchildcare.org and go to the “Calendar &
Events” page. — open to all ages

Brunch refreshments and drinks provided!

Register before October 3rd for a discounted rate to participate, and we are continuing to help reach our fundraiser goal of $35,000 to help support our preschool and afterschool programs 🥰 All NLF Alumni, families and students, volunteers, and community members are also welcome in our community social hour after the race for a raffle, refreshing treats, undokai games, and picnic gathering!

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Kicking Off Our 50th Year! 🎉🎊 Nihonmachi Little Friends is turning 50!

For five decades, NLF has been a joyful center of learning, culture, and community in San Francisco’s Japantown. From our roots in Japanese language and tradition to our commitment to multiculturalism, we’ve nurtured generations of children with love, care, and purpose.

Join us in celebrating this milestone!
📆 Save the dates:
🎉 Sunday, October 19 – 5K Run/Walk in Golden Gate Park
🎉 Friday, November 21 – 50th Anniversary Celebration at St. Mary’s Cathedral

Let’s walk, run, and celebrate together! Want to stay connected? Email us at [email protected]

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