The Sawtelle Japantown Association (SJA) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) community organization that is focused on the preservation and growth of Sawtelle Japantown, a neighborhood located on the west side of Los Angeles.
OUR VISION
Sawtelle Japantown: A dynamic, inclusive community where an evolving Japanese-American culture is celebrated, honored, and nurtured for generations to come.
OUR MISSION
The Sawtelle Japantown Association (SJA) preserves and enhances our neighborhood’s Japanese-American culture and heritage through inclusive community engagement, cultural promotion, and advocacy for sustainable growth towards our vision.
If you are interested in participating in the SJA, including attending our meetings and helping at events and programs, please fill out this form: https://sawtelleja.org/join-us/.