Asian Culture & Experiences

Explore Boston's diverse Asian experiences in Boston and beyond. Visit Chinatown for authentic cuisine, or take an afternoon or evening stroll along the Greenway's Chinatown Park.

Activities & Resources

Japan Society of Boston

Fosters friendships between Japanese and American citizens through cultural, business, educational, and community focused…

The Chinatown Project

The Chinatown Project is committed to revealing the people, stories, and history behind your local Chinatown businesses.

Sampan

The only bilingual Chines-English Newspaper in New England.

Chinese Culture Connection

Promotes intercultural harmony, strengthens diverse communities and builds bridges between American and Chinese people.

Events

Boston Chinatown Tours Sep 19

Chinatown can be intimidating for outsiders. Travelers and locals alike rave about the food, fun and fables, insights gained as current issues are explored in historical context. Traditional and modern treats, from BBQ to fresh fruit, pastries, dim sum. Explore secret nooks…

Year of the Dragon by Ponnapa Prakkamakul Sep 19
  • Auntie Kay and Uncle Frank Chin Park
  • Recurring daily

The Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy is excited to announce its collaboration with artist Ponnapa Prakkamakul on a new public art installation, Year of the Dragon, which will debut in early 2024. The project draws inspiration from Chinese dragons, deities associated with water…

A Far Cry Presents: Fleeting Melodies Sep 21
  • St. John's Church, Jamaica Plain

On Saturday, September 21st at 3pm, join A Far Cry for Fleeting Melodies (their season opener) at St. John's! This concert honors music that lives in memory, drawing from Hungarian and Taiwanese folklore to celebrate cultural heritage through contemporary expression. Béla Bartók…

Sake Day East 2024 Sep 21

Celebrate World Sake Day! World Sake Day, October 1st, traditionally marks the beginning of the Sake brewing season in Japan. It is celebrated at tasting events all over the world. Join us at New England’s largest Sake Day celebration. Sake Day East 2024 is an opportunity to…

Boston’s Chinatown is one of the city’s smallest yet most vibrant neighborhoods. Chinatown’s location—at a geographic crossroads within Boston—has shaped its legacy and contributed to its character.

The Rose Kennedy Greenway is a 17-acre contemporary public park cut through the heart of Boston. From vibrantly lit pieces featuring Chinatown's history to interactive sculptures, this park offers many permanent and rotating exhibits to enjoy during your adventures around #BostonUSA.