COMMON MAPS
Map version new-york activity top-down
Main site Contact
Menu
↑ parent activity group ·
research dossier

J-COLLABO ORG CORP
Brooklyn, NY · EIN 454609948 · Form 990EZ · FY2025 · NTEE A23 · Arts, Culture & Humanities · Micro (<$100K) · j-collabo.org
revenue
$89K
expenses
$87K
net assets
$46K
employees
—
profile · synthesized from sources

J-Collabo is a Brooklyn-based nonprofit founded in 2008 that promotes Japanese arts and culture through exhibitions, educational programs, and cross-cultural collaborations. It offers community events in traditional practices like tea ceremony and calligraphy, supports emerging artists through annual group shows, and fosters U.S.-Japan creative exchange. The organization also partners with small businesses to develop and market "Brooklyn + Japan" concept products.

named programs · 4 · from sources

What they call their work

Annual Art Exhibition
Group art exhibition launched in 2017 that showcases emerging artists and serves as a pathway to residency programs and curated shows in the U.S. and Japan
Brooklyn Beauty/Fashion Labo
U.S.-Japan cultural exchange laboratory launched in January 2024 in Brooklyn to develop platforms for creative collaboration between Japanese and American designers and businesses
Educational Programs in Traditional Japanese Culture
Free community classes and events in tea ceremony, flower arrangement, calligraphy, rakugo, noh, and traditional crafts such as bamboo work, pottery, lacquerware, and washi paper
Test Marketing Program for SMEs
Platform supporting small businesses and local governments in Japan through product development and market testing under the 'Brooklyn + Japan' concept
activities · 6 groups

What they do

  • Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 3 activities
    • Develops virtual and online exhibition platforms
      Hosts online exhibitions since 2008 and provides digital portfolio profiles for member artists; launched an online gallery "Experience Japan in Brooklyn" and plans to launch a new virtual exhibition space for J-EXPO in October 2025.
    • Hosts and manages cultural exhibitions and art events
      Organizes and presents temporary art exhibitions, including solo, group, and thematic shows, both in-person and online, featuring artists from Brooklyn, New York, and Japan. Events include opening receptions and award ceremonies, such as the Annual Art Exhibition since 2017 and exhibitions like "Through Line" and "Brooklyn Ninja: Hyakkimaru."
    • Supports Japanese calligraphy through exhibitions and organizational development
      Provides exhibition opportunities, online outreach, and bilingual portfolio profiles for calligraphers; founded the Brooklyn Calligraphy Association and organized the Brooklyn J-Calligraphy Association Exhibition with award recognition. Also co-developed plans for a calligraphy exchange space in Brooklyn.
  • Artist Residencies and Studio Programs 1 activity
    • Administers artist residency and exhibition award programs
      Runs the J-Collabo Artist Residency Program and awards exhibition opportunities, including solo and group shows at OSSAM Gallery, to selected artists based on merit or residency participation.
  • Cultural Exchange and Community Integration Events 1 activity
    • Facilitates cross-cultural exchange through community events and performances
      Hosts free community events under the "Brooklyn + Japan" concept, including festivals and live performances such as BELLA GAIA, which combines traditional Japanese arts with NASA visuals, and co-launched the "Brooklyn Beauty/Fashion Labo" as a U.S.-Japan cultural exchange laboratory.
  • U.S.-Japan Cultural and Educational Exchange 1 activity
    • Operates a permanent cultural facility in Brooklyn
      Maintains a physical base in Brooklyn with regular daily opening hours to host educational programs, cultural events, and exhibitions centered on traditional Japanese arts and cross-cultural exchange.
  • Professional Membership and Association Benefits 1 activity
    • Provides membership-based access to cultural programs and exhibitions
      Offers a membership platform for artists in Brooklyn or Japan to access exclusive workshops, classes, exhibitions, and collaborative events, including participation rights in the Brooklyn Calligraphy Association Exhibition and other showcase opportunities.
  • Uncategorized 2 activities
    • Conducts research and outreach on J-pop and Japanese cultural expression
      Launched the J-pop Cultural Project to explore pathways for Japanese music to reach global audiences beyond anime; conducted interviews with four artists involved in J-pop culture as part of this initiative.
    • Develops and markets collaborative cultural products
      Collaborates with companies to develop and sell "Brooklyn + Japan" concept products in department stores in Tokyo and Kyoto, promoting cross-cultural commercial exchange.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$89K
Contributions & grants$23K25%
Program service revenue——
Investment income——
Other revenue$66K
expenses
Total expenses$87K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$30K
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$156K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$46K
3 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue -7.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025

Who runs it

board members · 5
  • HIROMI ISHIKAWA — DIRECTOR
  • HITOSHI SAGASEKI — DIRECTOR/Founder
  • SACHI SHIMODA — DIRECTOR/Co-Founder
  • YANO ITARU — DIRECTOR
  • YOSUKE HIRAISHI — DIRECTOR
relationships · 19

Who they work with

  • Awaji Puppet Theater Company Partner — Collaborates with puppeteer Shikou Yoshida from Awaji Puppet Theater Company through artist interviews.
  • BBFL Sustainable LLC Partner — Co-launched the "Brooklyn Beauty/Fashion Labo," a Japan-U.S. cultural exchange laboratory in Brooklyn.
  • Brooklyn Black Food + Wine Festival (BBFL) Partner — Featured in partnership on the website
  • Brooklyn J-Calligraphy Association Partner — Primary organizational name used for promoting Japanese calligraphy in Brooklyn, NY
  • Hakko Ishitobi Partner — Chief Advisor Artist for the Brooklyn Calligraphy Association, bringing affiliations with major Japanese calligraphy organizations.
  • Hiromitsu Ishibi Partner — Senior Advisory Artist for the Brooklyn Calligraphy Association, collaborating with J-Collabo to develop the initiative.
  • Jori Honda Partner — Featured artist in a mini solo exhibition hosted by J-COLLABO ORG CORP.
  • Masahiro Kashiwagi Partner — Chairman of the Brooklyn Calligraphy Association and Chairman of Taisho University, providing institutional leadership.
  • OSSAM Gallery Partner — Collaborates with OSSAM Gallery to present award-winning artists in a shared venue space.
  • OSSAM Gallery Partner — Collaborates with OSSAM Gallery to present special solo and group exhibitions for award-winning artists.
  • Ossam Gallery Partner — Hosted the "Through Line" exhibition at its Brooklyn location.
  • Suikoku Yamanaka Partner — Advisor Artist for the Brooklyn Calligraphy Association, providing leadership connections in Japanese calligraphy federations.
  • Taisho Akahira Partner — Advisor Artist for the Brooklyn Calligraphy Association, contributing institutional ties to Japanese cultural and academic organizations.
  • WAFRICA Partner — Collaborated on the Japanese Kimono Exhibition
  • WaRLOOK Partner — Collaborated on the Japanese Kimono Exhibition
  • 山中翠谷 Partner — Serves as Advisor Artist for the Brooklyn Calligraphy Association
  • 柏木正博 Partner — Serves as Chairman of the Brooklyn Calligraphy Association
  • 石飛博光 Partner — Appointed as Chief Advisor Artist for the Brooklyn Calligraphy Association
  • 赤平泰処 Partner — Serves as Advisor Artist for the Brooklyn Calligraphy Association
strategies · 3

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Artist Development Through Curated Exhibition and Recognition
    methodology: emerging_artist_incubation
    By showcasing emerging artists in competitive exhibitions and curated follow-on shows, we increase visibility and professional growth, because structured recognition and high-profile presentation accelerate artistic development and community integration.
  • Contemporary Reinterpretation of Tradition as Cultural Continuity
    methodology: cultural_continuity_through_art
    By supporting artistic fusion that reinterprets traditional Japanese aesthetics through modern mediums and global contexts, we sustain cultural relevance, because tradition thrives when it evolves through lived contemporary practice rather than preservation in isolation.
  • Cross-Cultural Artistic Exchange as Cultural Diplomacy
    methodology: cultural_diplomacy_through_art
    By creating inclusive, collaborative spaces for artists across national and cultural boundaries—particularly in calligraphy and music—we foster mutual understanding and elevate underrepresented Japanese art forms globally, because shared creative practice builds deeper intercultural connection than passive exposure.