Win an elegant dinner for two!

Click the graphic below to enter in our Fine Dine Raffle – featuring three incredible prizes:

Sushi by Bou

Enjoy expertly crafted cocktails and an intimate 12-course omakase dinner for two, where each bite is thoughtfully prepared by the chef right before your eyes. A must-experience for sushi lovers.

 Itoko

Discover modern Japanese flavors with a $250 gift certificate to Itoko—perfect for sharing inventive small plates, premium sushi, and elevated comfort dishes.

 Oceanique

Indulge in an elegant chef’s five-course dinner for two at Oceanique, renowned for its refined seafood cuisine, impeccable service, and sophisticated dining experience.

Become a Sponsor!

Click Here to view our Sponsorship form

For almost eight decades, the Japanese American Service Committee has been dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for Japanese Americans and others in the Chicago area through social, cultural, and educational programs. On Thursday, April 30, 2026 we will host our annual spring fundraiser Cranes & Cocktails at Artifact Events, 4325 N. Ravenswood Avenue, Chicago, IL. This event brings together community members, business leaders, and supporters to celebrate our rich heritage and support our ongoing programs. Last year, we welcomed over 250 guests, and this year, we anticipate an even larger turnout.

We invite you to become a sponsor for this special evening. Your support will not only showcase your commitment to our community but also provide your organization with significant exposure to a diverse and engaged audience.

Please see below for our current sponsors

A sincere thank you to our silent auction donors and partners.

Your generosity helps sustain the programs that serve our community today—from cultural initiatives and the Legacy Center to vital social services—while also allowing us to grow and evolve. Because of your support, we can continue expanding and strengthening our offerings to reach more people across Chicagoland, ensuring we remain a vibrant community resource for the next 80 years and beyond.

Improv Olympic                                        Off Color Brewery

Ravinia                                                        Katsu Shack

Field Museum                                            Marlene Serikaku

Prime Health Solutions                            Bob Kumaki

Konbini & Kanpai                                      Bonsai & Brew Studio

Jack Matsumoto                                        Cori & Jami Nakamura Lin

Lou Malnatis                                              John Sasaki

Buffalo Trace                                              Chicago Botanic Garden

PRP Wine International – Chicago       Karah Landries

Lawrence Fish Market                            Noon O Kabab

Andrew Mine                                             Yo! Media

Revolution Brewing                                 Tenjin

Whitehall Hotel                                        Anni Ijichi

Cooper’s Hawk                                        Shimako Walker

Osaka Garden                                         Lakeshore Sport & Fitness

KOVAL Distillery                                    Hotel Chocolat

Sake Flight LLC                                      Chicago Sister Cities International – Osaka Committee

2d Restaurant

Are you interested in volunteering for Cranes & Cocktails? We could use your help!

It will be an exciting evening and we expect to need additional hands with:

Raffle ticket sales

Silent Auction management and sales

Set Up and Clean Up

Photography and Videography

And more!

Sign Up to Volunteer