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Tonari Gumi
Tonari Gumi aims to help the Japanese Canadian community by providing a range of services, programs and events to Japanese Canadians.


👘 Yukata Workshop at Tonari Gumi 👘
Welcome to Kintoki Kimono Workshop, Summer Yukata Basics at Tonari Gumi. A low-key but fun and informative yukata wearing lesson. Powell street festival happening at the beginning of August, so it’s a perfect time to learn and practice how to dress yourself in a summer yukata. We will also go over tips on how to shop for one online if you are in the market for your own Yukata. If you require a yukata rental for the session, please select the ticket “Lesson and Rental” option


Tonari Gumi Newsletter July 2026
Table of Contents TG Social Club’s Lillooet Cultural & Heritage Tour Tonari Gumi Outing Report – Sea to Sky Gondola Strawberry Daifuku Workshop Genki-Gumi Collaboration with Men’s Club Genki-Gumi Coquitlam Bowling! TG Social Club 3rd Anniversary Event 2R Renovation Update Community Services Resource Information Approving Access to Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids Tonari Gumi English Family Caregiver Support Group Stay Safe This Summer: Protect Yourself from Extreme Heat and Poor


🍓 Japanese Cooking Basics: Strawberry Daifuku Mochi 🍓
Join us for a fun and welcoming hands-on workshop with Sen from Kintoki Sweets! Learn how to make Strawberry Daifuku Mochi while connecting with others in the community. Whether you're new to Japanese sweets or simply love mochi, this class is a great way to learn, create, and enjoy together. This event will be held in English. 📅 Saturday, June 13 🕐 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM 📍 Tonari Gumi, 42 W 8th Ave, Vancouver 💲 $35 👥 Ages 13+ Spaces are limited. Register today: https://wl.do


Tonari Gumi Newsletter June 2026
Table of Contents Tashme Grand Opening Tonari Gumi AGM 2026 Report Kaiwo Maru Visit Spring Outing: Central Park Walking & Crystal Mall Lunch Spring Outing to Ladner and Westham Island 2R Renovation Update – May 2026 Volunteer Call: Powell Street Festival Call for Kimono and Yukata Donations for Powell Street Festival Community Services Resource Information Tonari Gumi Advance Care Planning Japanese Workshop “ Let’s talk about your health care wishes” Canada Dental Care Plan (
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Tonari Gumi offers a variety of paid services that are not normally provided by medical institutions and government programs.
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