JACL Chicago’s 80th Anniversary

On Saturday, December 6, 2025, the JACL Chicago community gathered to celebrate the 80th anniversary of our chapter. We were honored to be surrounded by our community during this milestone and hope you enjoyed the evening!

Thank you again to our generous sponsors, silent auction donors, and special guests, including past presidents, JACL leaders and elected officials. Special thanks to our moving keynote speaker, Brandon Lee; Ryan Toguri and Amanda Nguyen for a powerful Taiko performance; and Brandon Ishikata for leading us in fun with line dancing.

Most of all, thank YOU, our members and community, for your support throughout the years. We would not be here without you. Cheers to 80 more years of civil rights, education, and community building together!

80th Anniversary Gala – Photo Gallery

See photos below, taken by JACL Chicago staff member Jeannie Tomoda Harrell.