Auction Items
103
Photograph by Mike Swiek
$100This signed photograph of a Shinjuku yakitoriya by Mike Swiek, a long-time traveler, evokes the warm experience of these everyday places. The image is presented as a traditional silver-gelatin photograph, shot on large-format film. It is framed to archival gallery standards with acid-free mats and UV protective acrylic glazing.
Dimensions are: 19.5" by 15.5"
You can read more about Mr. Swiek's photography at: https://photography.org/membphotog/mike-swiek/ and https://linhof.com/en/portfolio/mike-swiek-2/
Silent Auction Pick-Up Information
- JASWDC silent auction items may be picked up by winner(s) either at the Salamander Washington DC immediately following the US-Japan Capital Gala (October 13, 2022) or at the JASWDC offices by the end of 2022.
- If you would like JASWDC to ship your item(s), you will be charged the shipping cost.
- JASWDC cannot accept responsibility for damages or losses incurred during shipping.
- The shipping fee will be rounded up to the nearest whole dollar amount.
- For gift certificate shipment, JASWDC will mail them to your home address within the United States at no cost.
- If you live outside of the United States, you will be charged shipping costs for delivery of silent auction items, including certificates.
105
Sake set by Laurel Lukaszewski
$100Enjoy your fine rice wine even more with this hand painted, wheel-thrown English porcelain sake set celebrating DC's cherry blossoms and flowers of spring. By local artist, and former JASWDC director, Laurel Lukaszewski.
Find out more about Laurel's work at www.laurellukaszewski.com and www.whitepointestudio.com.
Silent Auction Pick-Up Information
- JASWDC silent auction items may be picked up by winner(s) either at the Salamander Washington DC immediately following the US-Japan Capital Gala (October 13, 2022) or at the the JASWDC offices by the end of 2022.
- If you would like JASWDC to ship your item(s), you will be charged the shipping cost.
- JASWDC cannot accept responsibility for damages or losses incurred during shipping.
- The shipping fee will be rounded up to the nearest whole dollar amount.
- For gift certificate shipment, JASWDC will mail them to your home address within the United States at no cost.
- If you live outside of the United States, you will be charged shipping costs for delivery of silent auction items, including certificates.
106
TOTO Washlet
$990TOTO Washlet S550e (contemporary, elongated with e-water).
Ecology-minded luxury in a design that works with your classic styled toilet, this bidet seat WASHLET features the technologically advanced ewater+ system, which mists and cleans the bowl after every use. Fully automated, including remote control and heated seat.
For more information, visit https://www.totousa.com/washlet-s550e-contemporary-elongated-with-ewater
Silent Auction Pick-Up Information
- JASWDC silent auction items may be picked up by winner(s) either at the Salamander Washington DC immediately following the US-Japan Capital Gala (October 13, 2022) or at the JASWDC offices by the end of 2022.
- If you would like JASWDC to ship your item(s), you will be charged the shipping cost.
- JASWDC cannot accept responsibility for damages or losses incurred during shipping.
- The shipping fee will be rounded up to the nearest whole dollar amount.
- For gift certificate shipment, JASWDC will mail them to your home address within the United States at no cost.
- If you live outside of the United States, you will be charged shipping costs for delivery of silent auction items, including certificates.
202
Custom Shirting from KASHIYAMA
$105A KASHIYAMA shirt is the perfect complement to one of their made-to-measure suits, or any other outfit enhanced by a fitted silhouette. KASHIYAMA's expert tailors will take your precise measurements and offer customizations to ensure your new shirt exceeds your expectations.
Find out more about KASHIYAMA at https://kashiyama1927.com.
Certificate Details
- Redeemable for a men's made-to-order shirt, up to $160
- Redeemable at any Kashiyama Showroom
- Valid until December 30, 2022
- Appointment required
Silent Auction Pick-Up Information
- JASWDC silent auction items may be picked up by winner(s) either at the Salamander Washington DC immediately following the US-Japan Capital Gala (October 13, 2022) or at the JASWDC offices by the end of 2022.
- If you would like JASWDC to ship your item(s), you will be charged the shipping cost.
- JASWDC cannot accept responsibility for damages or losses incurred during shipping.
- The shipping fee will be rounded up to the nearest whole dollar amount.
- For gift certificate shipment, JASWDC will mail them to your home address within the United States at no cost.
- If you live outside of the United States, you will be charged shipping costs for delivery of silent auction items, including certificates.
301
Sushi Taro
$178Sushi Taro $200 Gift Certificate
Sushi Taro remains at the forefront of culinary excellence, having had appeared in Forbes, Opinionated About, and the
Washingtonian!
Serving authentic Japanese dishes paired with quality-brand sake and sho-chu, Sushi Taro
remains one of the leading innovative Japanese restaurants in the DC area. Sushi Taro has also been a strong supporter of JASWDC.
Read more at https://www.sushitaro.com/
Certificate Details
- Not redeemable for cash
- Expiration date: March 6, 2024
Silent Auction Pick-Up Information
- JASWDC silent auction items may be picked up by winner(s) either at the Salamander Hotel immediately following the US-Japan Capital Gala (October 13, 2022) or at JASWDC by the end of 2022.
- If you would like JASWDC to ship your item(s), you will be charged the shipping cost, rounded up to the next nearest dollar amount.
- JASWDC cannot accept responsibility for damages or losses incurred during shipping.
- For gift certificate shipment, JASWDC will mail them to your home address within the United States at no cost.
- If you live outside of the United States, you will be charged shipping costs for delivery.
302
Sushi Taro
$180Sushi Taro $200 Gift Certificate
Sushi Taro remains at the forefront of culinary excellence, having had appeared in Forbes, Opinionated About, and the
Washingtonian!
Serving authentic Japanese dishes paired with quality-brand sake and sho-chu, Sushi Taro
remains one of the leading innovative Japanese restaurants in the DC area. Sushi Taro has also been a strong supporter of JASWDC.
Read more at https://www.sushitaro.com/
Certificate Details
- Not redeemable for cash
- Expiration date: March 6, 2024
Silent Auction Pick-Up Information
- JASWDC silent auction items may be picked up by winner(s) either at the Salamander Hotel immediately following the US-Japan Capital Gala (October 13, 2022) or at JASWDC by the end of 2022.
- If you would like JASWDC to ship your item(s), you will be charged the shipping cost, rounded up to the next nearest dollar amount.
- JASWDC cannot accept responsibility for damages or losses incurred during shipping.
- For gift certificate shipment, JASWDC will mail them to your home address within the United States at no cost.
- If you live outside of the United States, you will be charged shipping costs for delivery.
306
Sake Brewery Tour and Tasting
$250Bring yourself and three friends for a guided tour of sake brewer Brooklyn Kura, including an overview of the basics of brewing and a guided tasting led by one of Brooklyn Kura's founders. As they say, "Inspired by Tradition. Brewed in Brooklyn."
Read more at www.brooklynkura.com.
Brooklyn Kura created this special opportunity for JASWDC's 36th US-Japan Capital Gala & Silent Auction..
Voucher Details
- Redeemable for a guided tour and tasing for four (4) people.
- Tour and tasting take place at Brooklyn Kura, 68 34th Street, Brooklyn. Conveniently located next to the 36th Street N, R, D Subway station.
- To reserve, email Paulie Natthanan at paulie@brooklynkura.com.
- Must be 21 years of age or older to participate.
Silent Auction Pick-Up Information
- JASWDC silent auction items may be picked up by winner(s) either at the Salamander Washington DC immediately following the US-Japan Capital Gala (October 13, 2022) or at JASWDC office by the end of 2022.
- If you would like JASWDC to ship your item(s), you will be charged the shipping cost.
- JASWDC cannot accept responsibility for damages or losses incurred during shipping.
- The shipping fee will be rounded up to the nearest whole dollar amount.
- For gift certificate shipment, JASWDC will mail them to your home address within the United States at no cost.
- If you live outside of the United States, you will be charged shipping costs for delivery of silent auction items, including certificates.
401
Teaism Gift Certificate
$55Enjoy healty, Asian-inspired meals or pick up fine loose-leaf tea at Teaism's restaurant-teahouses in Washington, DC. Founded on a passion for the leaf. Read more at https://www.teaism.com/
Certificate Details
$50 Gift Certificate
Silent Auction Pick-Up Information
- JASWDC silent auction items may be picked up by winner(s) either at the Salamander Washington DC immediately following the US-Japan Capital Gala (October 13, 2022) or at the JASWDC offices by the end of 2022.
- If you would like JASWDC to ship your item(s), you will be charged the shipping cost.
- JASWDC cannot accept responsibility for damages or losses incurred during shipping.
- The shipping fee will be rounded up to the nearest whole dollar amount.
- For gift certificate shipment, JASWDC will mail them to your home address within the United States at no cost.
- If you live outside of the United States, you will be charged shipping costs for delivery of silent auction items, including certificates.
502
International Spy Museum
$45Go Undercover! Spy Museum is now in Southwest DC at 700 L'Enfant Plaza, SW.
Remember, all is not what it seems
Read more at www.SpyMuseum.org
Certificate Details:
- Good for Two General Admission Tickets
- Valid until October 12, 2023
- Reserve your entry up to 45 days in advance at https://www.spymuseum.org
Silent Auction Pick-Up Information
- JASWDC silent auction items may be picked up by winner(s) either at the Salamander Washington DC immediately following the US-Japan Capital Gala (October 13, 2022) or at the JASWDC offices by the end of 2022.
- If you would like JASWDC to ship your item(s), you will be charged the shipping cost.
- JASWDC cannot accept responsibility for damages or losses incurred during shipping.
- The shipping fee will be rounded up to the nearest whole dollar amount.
- For gift certificate shipment, JASWDC will mail them to your home address within the United States at no cost.
- If you live outside of the United States, you will be charged shipping costs for delivery of silent auction items, including certificates.
601
Pacific Overtures at Signature
$350Certificate for four (4) tickets to Signature Theatre's production of Pacific Overtures, Stephen Sondheim's retelling of the story of East meets West in Japan after 1853. Enjoy the show after drinks and a light meal at Ali's Bar at the theatre, also included.
Pacific Overtures will run from March 7 - April 9, 2023 at Signature Theatre in Shirlington (Arlington), Virginia.
For more, see https://www.sigtheatre.org/events/202223/pacific-overtures
Certificate Details
- Good for four (4) tickets to Pacific Overtures plus dinner and drinks at Ali's Bar.
- Tickets must be used by June 30, 2023.
- Not redeemable for Saturday evening, holiday or Pride Night performances.
- Cannot be used for events hosted at venues other than Signature Theatre.
Silent Auction Pick-Up Information
- JASWDC silent auction items may be picked up by winner(s) either at the Salamander Washington DC immediately following the US-Japan Capital Gala (October 13, 2022) or at the JASWDC offices by the end of 2022.
- If you would like JASWDC to ship your item(s), you will be charged the shipping cost.
- JASWDC cannot accept responsibility for damages or losses incurred during shipping.
- The shipping fee will be rounded up to the nearest whole dollar amount.
- For gift certificate shipment, JASWDC will mail them to your home address within the United States at no cost.
- If you live outside of the United States, you will be charged shipping costs for delivery of silent auction items, including certificates.