2025-11-12T11:43:06-07:00 2024-12-31 833411932 Nishijin Accounting and Consulting LLC 7265 South 135th Street Seattle WA 98178 990EZ 2024-01-01 823478918 ASUNARO ASUN 4256490791 care of BCA - 14640 NE 24th Street Bellevue WA 98007 Yuka Shimize Director and President 4256490791 2025-11-06 1 1 Kanako Matsumoto P02281182 2063211824 2025-11-05 X 2024 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z X https://www.japanfairus.org/ X X 120784 X 52662 45576 0 886 0 0 0 21660 0 21202 458 0 0 0 0 99582 0 0 0 8819 58474 1192 25036 93521 6061 25975 0 32036 X 88637 123836 0 0 13916 12539 102553 136375 76578 104339 25975 32036 To introduce Japanese traditional and modern art and culture to public through supporting small NPO organizations, having the seminar and workshop for all different age groups. Asunaro is charitabloe, cultural, and educational non profit organization for open to the public. The Japan fair is a community event open to the public, free of charge. It is an exhibition that nurtures and promotes both traditional and modern Japanese culture arts and crats. Japan Fair 2024 was held at Meydenbauer Center in Bellevue, attracting over 25,000 visitors over two days. Japan Fair strives to showcase Japanese heritage while sharing current trends from modern Japan. The event aims to increase cultural awareness and bring together diverse communities in the Pacific Northwest, fostering open collaboration among many cultures and people. In 2024, Japan Fair featured 14 live performances on the main stage, including Taiko drumming, choral singing, martial arts demonstrations, a Kimono show, and a cosplay contest. The event hosted 80 exhibition booths staffed by local and international exhibitors. Visitors also enjoyed 10 free workshops and seminars, along with a kids' activity area. Japanese and Japanese American artists who promote uniquely traditional and modern arts and crafts that appeal to a broad audience are encouraged to participate. Artist participation is advertised both in Japan and the U.S., welcoming those whose passions reflect modern social statements, such as Sakura-Con or new kimono styles and fabrics from Kimono Art. 98238 X 88513 In October 2015, in Takahata of Yamagata Prefecture, Japan, the program began with just one school and has since expanded to include 25 schools with thousands of students across Japan. The program offers classes in local communities for individuals interested in rediscovering the joy of learning, expanding their horizons, learning from experts in various fields, or simply making new friends and connections. Since all the schools are interconnected, both within and outside Japan, they facilitate cultural exchanges and international connections, fostering greater understanding and friendship between people in the United States and Japan. In 2024, Seattle Necchu presented a seminar at Japan Fair highlighting Wakayama Prefecture, showcasing its rich local culture and cuisine. The session was broadcast live from Japan. 0 0 88513 Yuka Shimizu Director and President 5 0 0 0 Allen Nakamoto Director, Vice President and Treasurer 1 0 0 0 Suzumu Takahashi Director and Vice President 1 0 0 0 Hiroko Huntoon Director and Secreatary 1 0 0 0 Tsutomu Sasaki Director 1 0 0 0 Noriko Palmer Director and Secretary (Decesed in 2024) 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 72131 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 WA Yuka Shimizu care of BCA - 14640 NE 24th Street Bellevue WA 98007 4256490791 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 NONE NONE 1 X 1437 16661 9063 41393 52662 121216 0 0 0 61782 67236 129018 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1437 16661 9063 103175 119898 250234 0 2500 4000 6150 4000 16650 0 2500 4000 6150 4000 16650 233584 886 886 0 0 0 0 886 886 52 0 52 1489 16661 9063 103175 120784 251172 0.92998 0.93876 0.00353 0 X Schedule A, Part III, Line 12 A refund of a prepade expense RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED 21660 21202 1 1 21660 0 21202 0 0 21202 458 WA 1 0 1 0 0 1 Yuka Shimizu care of BCA 1460 NE 24th Street Bellevue WA 98007 0 Yuka Shimizu 0 The gaming manager is responsible for ensuring the raffle complies with all Washington State requirements, making sure tickets include required information, prizes are secured, and the drawing is conducted fairly. The gaming manager must also maintain accurate records, ensure all proceeds support the organization's mission, and oversee strong internal controls throughout the process. X 1 21660 Yuka Shimizu Director and President Operating Fund X 30000 72131 0 1 1 72131 Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 16 Description;Amount^Advertising;7147|Business Insurance;4338|Credit Card Processing and Bank Charges;2843|Meals;1462|Supplies;5751|Office Expenses;3049|Depreciation Expense;446^Total;25036^ Form 990-EZ, Part II, Line 24 Description;EOY Amount^Prepaid Expense;11869|Fixed Assets;670^Total;12539^ Form 990-EZ, Part II, Line 26 Description;EOY Amount^Deferrerd Booth Fees;32102|Loan from Board Chair;72131|Due to BCA Staturday School;106^Total;104339^ We have filed an extension request for 2024 Form 990-EZ and it was accepted by the IRS in May 2025.