Updated on November 2, 2026 by Cultural News
Help Keep Cultural News as Reliable Digital Source of of Japanese Culture in Southern California, Arizona, and Beyond
Cultural News Appreciates Your Support to Achieve 2026 Fundraising Goal of $30,000
As of October 31, 2026, the Cultural News Association has received a total of $11,000 toward its 2026 operating expenses. To achieve our fundraising goal of $30,000, your support would be greatly appreciated. Or you may send your check to the Cultural News Association.
Thank you for your generosity and continued support.
Sincerely,
Shige Higashi
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328 1/4 South Alexandria Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90020‑2673
Cultural News Launches Drive for 250 Supporting Subscribers to Sustain Free Access to Japanese Cultural Resources
Cultural News Supporting Subscriber Program
- $44 for four months ($11 per month minimum)
- $132 per year
- Memberships renew every four months automatically unless canceled
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Cultural News Provides Free Access to Reliable Digital Source of Japanese Culture in Southern California, Arizona, and Beyond
Founded in 1998 as a monthly newspaper and transformed into a digital weekly publication in 2020, Cultural News has documented and promoted Japanese cultural events, traditions, educational programs, exhibitions, performances, and community activities. It has become an important bridge connecting people with the richness of Japanese culture.
Today, the Weekly Cultural News online newsletter, the Cultural News website, and the extensive cultural database at www.culturalnews.com remain completely free to the public. There is no paywall. Everyone has open access to these valuable cultural resources.
Behind this continuing effort is the passion and dedication of Cultural News Editor Shige Higashi, who has devoted himself to preserving and sharing information about Japanese culture for the benefit of the community. Cultural News has always been a labor of love. Maintaining and updating these resources, however, requires significant time and financial support. The annual operating cost is approximately $30,000.
To help sustain this mission, the Cultural News Association was established in 2019 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting Cultural News and preserving public access to Japanese cultural information.
Contact:
Shige Higashi
Editor & Publisher of Cultural News
President of Cultural News Association
higashi@culturalnews.com
Cell: (213) 819-4100