Ramen and Izakaya Expo

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Sunday, October 6 and Monday, October 7, 2019

10 am - 4 pm

Donald E Stephens Convention Center (Hall D)

This is a business-to-business event, with an opportunity for the public to gain access into the Japanese ramen & izakaya industry. There will be Japanese food distributors, including multiple manufacturers of noodles, gyoza, toppings, seasonings, sauces, soups, beverages, tableware, machinery, and many more!

This event is aimed to help build future business opportunities for ramen industry companies from Japan, by introducing them to those who are already established in the United States, and to others who are looking to start.

For more details and tickets, go here.

Headquarters Beercade Meetup

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Saturday, September 28, 2019

9:00 pm ~

Headquarters Beercade, 213 W Institute Pl, Chicago 60610 IL

Looking to meet fellow alumni from all over the country and even Canada?! Well then join us at Headquarters for some fun, food, and drinks!

We will have a space reserved, but feel free to mingle amongst the games and reminisce about the "good 'ole days" in Japan with some fresh faces.

Most games are free. However, individuals will be responsible for their food and drink.

An RVSP is on Guestlist not required, but appreciated: https://guestli.st/625872

National Conference Welcome Happy Hour Hosted by USJETAA

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September 26, 2019

7:30 - 9:30 pm

Lizze McNeill's Irish Pub

You must RSVP via Guestlist: https://guestli.st/625449

Join the conference delegates in kicking off the annual JETAA National Conference. Each year representatives from JETAA chapters across the United States come together for a three-day conference to learn how to better serve their chapters. Come to the reception to meet the delegates, speakers, and representatives from USJETAA, JETAA USA, CLAIR, and MOFA in a casual setting.

The event is open to JET alumni and conference attendees only.

Conference attendees will receive two drinks tickets for alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages. Drink tickets for alumni will be limited to the first 18 to register, so be sure to RSVP! Light appetizers (vegetarian options available) will also be provided!

You must RSVP via Guestlist: https://guestli.st/625449

We look forward to seeing you there!