The Japanese Cultural Association of Manitoba (JCAM) centre in Winnipeg opened to the public in 1987. More than a building, it is dedicated to the preservation and promotion of Japanese culture, heritage, and history. Membership is open to anyone and should be of interest particularly to those who feel an affinity for or interest in Japan and things Japanese.
Gymnasium
Foyer
LIBRARY
JCAM has a modest library with a few key books. We are moving over to an online library which focuses on History Preservation of Japanese families in Manitoba.
HANDICRAFTS
JCAM has many original Japanese handicrafts for sale. Some of the items include:
- Otedama Bean Bags
- Assorted origami paper
- Various pins
- Bookmarks
- Hastie-note cards
- Gift Cards
- Fridge Magnets
- Key Chains
- Coin Banks
- Novelty Items
- Chigirie – multicoloured Japanese paper of different texture is torn, combined and pasted to form pictures. This paper makes soft feathered edges and creates interesting shapes. Scissors are seldom used.
Gardens
