Norwalk Judo
柔道At the center
Serving Norwalk, Cerritos, Fullerton, La Mirada, Lakewood and all surrounding areas.
活動の輪Find Your Circle
Sports &Classes
The center is shared by independent groups and programs — from Japanese language school to judo and basketball. Reach out to a group directly to join, or contact the center to start a new one.
全団体Who Meets Here
Every group at the center
Kendo
剣道Monday & Friday nights
At the center
Norwalk Kendo Dojo belongs to the Southern California Kendo Federation and the All United States Kendo Federation.
Ikebana
生け花2nd & 4th Fridays, 2:00–4:00 pm & 7:00–8:00 pm
At the center
The Japanese art of flower arranging, taught by Tanaka sensei.
Japanese Dance
日本舞踊Saturdays 1:00 pm
At the center
Classical Japanese dance classes for children. Contact: Shiho Tendou.
Ballroom Dancing
社交ダンスTuesdays — Beginners 7–8 pm, Intermediate 8–9 pm, Advanced 9–10 pm
At the center
Dancing is healthy exercise that will tone your body and can improve cardiovascular health. Relax and have fun!
Hawaiian Dance
フラWednesdays 10:00–11:30 am & 6:00–8:00 pm
At the center
Hawaiian Hula Class for all ages. For info, text 323-714-9552.
Taiko
太鼓At the center
Hikari Taiko is based at the Southeast Japanese Community Center in Norwalk and was founded in 1978 by Tak Murata.
Ukulele
ウクレレMonday mornings, 9:00 am–12:00 pm (Room 11/12)
At the center
Contact: Kamaki Keawe, (714) 928-7157.
Nikkei Seniors
シニア2nd Tuesdays of the month, 11:30 am–2:30 pm
At the center
Contact: Bob Yamada.
Koto Class
琴Saturdays 12:30 pm
At the center
Come and observe — first class free. Contact: Kozue Matsumoto.
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Shuji or Shodo
書道At the center
The way of the brush, or Japanese brush calligraphy. Classes were held Saturdays; discontinued until further notice.
一週間Week at a Glance
A weekat the center
Schedules can change — confirm times with the group before you visit.
Mon
- Kendo
- Ukulele
Tue
- Ballroom Dancing
- Nikkei Seniors
Wed
- Hawaiian Dance
Thu
Quiet day — room for a new club?
Fri
- Kendo
- Ikebana
Sat
- Japanese Dance
- Koto Class
Sun
Quiet day — room for a new club?
See the facilities calendar
Room bookings, day by day — including one-time events and anything not on the weekly schedule above.
施設利用Facility Use
Request a room
Holding a one-time event at the center — a tournament, a recital, a family gathering? Reserve a room with the facility use application.
Reservations are for current participants and members affiliated with a SEJSCC club. The application asks what the event is, how many people you expect, and which rooms and equipment you need. Read the terms of the agreement before you sign — they cover setup, clean-up, insurance, and fees.
One-time facility use application
The reservation form. Fill it in, sign it, and return it to the office.
Terms of the agreement
What renters agree to: hours, clean-up, damage, insurance, and payment.
新規クラブNew Clubs
Start a new club
Have a class or activity you'd like to run at the center? The board welcomes proposals, and the two documents below are where it starts.
The center is a nonprofit whose mission is teaching the Japanese language and studies in the arts, history, civilization, sciences, and exercises of Japan — alongside sports, social, and healthy-lifestyle activities for members and participants of every age. Proposals that fit that mission are the ones the board can say yes to.
Application procedure
How the process works, step by step, and what the board will ask you about.
New club application form
The proposal itself: your activity, who it's for, and the space and schedule you need.
新しい輪Start Something New
Want to usethe center?
New clubs and classes are welcome. Contact the center at info@sejscc.org or (562) 863-5996 to ask about facilities and scheduling.
We're looking for groups that fit what the center is for — Japanese language and culture, martial arts, music and dance, sports, and activities that bring neighbors of every age together. The board reviews each proposal and will talk through space, scheduling, and insurance with you before anything is confirmed.