Get ready to bid on an incredible collection of experiences, fine dining, travel, art, fashion, and unique Japanese cultural treasures at the JASH BASH 2026 Silent Auction.

This year’s auction features an exciting range of items and experiences, including:

  • Round-trip airfare from Houston to Tokyo courtesy of ANA

  • A luxurious Hotel ZaZa Fantastico Suite getaway

  • Premium Japanese whisky and sake collections, including Yamazaki 12-Year Whisky and HEAVENSAKE Junmai Daiginjo

  • Exclusive dining experiences and gift cards from Houston favorites, including Katami, Kuu, Soma Sushi, Sushi Jin, BORI Korean BBQ, Silk Road, Taste of Texas, and more

  • Authentic Japanese cultural experiences including tea ceremony demonstrations, ikebana lessons, sushi classes, and wagashi workshops

  • Rare and beautiful Japanese art, ukiyo-e prints, antique books, Edo-period collectibles, armor, kimono, and handcrafted accessories

  • Entertainment packages from the Alley Theatre, Houston Ballet, Sugar Land Space Cowboys, and Andretti Karting

  • Wellness and lifestyle experiences including massages, grooming packages, and photography sessions

Whether you are searching for a memorable experience, a one-of-a-kind gift, or a special piece of Japanese culture, there is something for everyone in this year’s auction.

Online bidding opens Friday, May 8, 2026, at: https://givebutter.com/c/jashbash26/auction

Proceeds support the Japan-America Society of Houston’s mission to strengthen friendship and understanding between the United States and Japan through cultural, educational, and business programming. Thank you to our generous donors and supporters for helping make JASH BASH 2026 possible.

BIDDING OPENS HERE ON FRIDAY, MAY 8

Some of the featured items include:

Special Thanks to Our Donors:

  • A Real Thai Massage

  • Akemi Inks

  • Alley Theatre

  • All Nippon Airways

  • Andretti Indoor Karting & Games, Katy

  • BORI Korean BBQ

  • Chado Urasenke Tankokai Houston Association

  • Charles B., Azar and Yoshiko Glazzard

  • Daido Market

  • Daikin Comfort Technologies North America

  • Exquisite Butterflies

  • Ginza Japanese Restaurant

  • Hiroyuki and Ikuyo Katayama

  • Hotel ZaZa

  • Houston Ballet

  • Ice at the Galleria

  • Japanese Charm

  • Japanese Sweets Wagashi Studio

  • JOMU Hospitality

  • Katami Houston

  • Kohiko Coffee House

  • Kokoro Care Packages

  • Kuu Restaurant

  • Messina Hof Wine Cellars

  • Mitsubishi Corporation (Americas)

  • Moon Rabbit Blades

  • Nanako Tingleaf

  • Nice Winery

  • Ocean Teabag

  • Pro Relief Chiropractic

  • Robin Jackson Photography

  • Satake USA, Inc.

  • Silk Road Asian Tapas

  • St. Bernard

  • Sugar Land Space Cowboys

  • Sumitomo Corporation of Americas

  • Sushi Jin

  • Taste of Texas Restaurant

  • The Gents Place Houston - Washington Heights

as of May 11, 2026

To learn more, contact Ikuyo Katayama at 713.963.0121 or ikatayama@jas-hou.org.