Getting Started

Can anyone post an event on Discover Nikkei?

Yes! Anyone can post an event. All you have to do is create a Nima account first.

Okay, I’ve created an account. How do I post an event?

If you did not sign up for an account using Google or Facebook, you will need to activate your account by clicking on the link in the confirmation email sent to the email address you provided. Once you are logged in, you may add an event.

Add an Event

To add a new event from anywhere else on the site, go to the Events page from the “Community” drop-down in the main navigation menu. Click the “Add an Event” button in the sidebar block underneath the calendar on the Events main page or other event pages.

I’m not very good with computers. If I email my event information, could Discover Nikkei post it for me?

Unfortunately, no. Because of the number of inquiries we receive, the Discover Nikkei staff is not able to post event information for you. Posting it directly yourself ensures a timely posting, while also providing the option for you to update or correct information as needed.

If you’re having trouble posting an event on your own, read through our FAQs to see if we’ve already answered your question. If you’re still confused about something, email us at editor@discovernikkei.org and we’ll be more than happy to help!

Do I need to know HTML to post an event?

No. You can use the text editor to highlight, bold, or italicize text; add links; and other allowed formatting options.

If you would like to edit the HTML for your event page, though, you can. Just click on the “•••” icon to view more style options, then find the “< >” icon to view the source code.

Do I need to be the event organizer or presenter to share an event?

No, since Discover Nikkei is intended to be a community-building platform, we encourage anyone to share information about Nikkei-related events. However, we do recommend providing a link to the organization’s own event page for updates.

If someone else has shared your organization’s event and you would like to update the event information, please contact editor@discovernikkei.org and we will contact the person who posted the event to either update the listing or for permission to transfer the event ownership to you. You can also add additional info by posting a comment on the event.

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Language

Can I post event information in multiple languages? What is the best way to do this?

Yes, we’d love for you to post in multiple languages! We have now integrated Google translations into our Events section, so all events will be translated into every site language automatically. However, if you’d prefer to add your own translation (recommended for accuracy), you can do so. Once you reach the “Add an Event” page, you should see a gray selection bar right below the words “Create an Event,” labeled with the four Discover Nikkei site languages. Click on one of these tabs to select which language you want to type your event information in.

You can post in just one language, all four, or any combination you choose. Just make sure you post under the correct tab (i.e. English under the English tab, etc).

Any languages you leave blank will be automatically translated with Google translations. If you make any updates to your text, it should update the automated translations. However, if you make any changes to a Google translated field, it will consider it as an original translation provided by the user and so it will stop updating the Google translation. If you would like to reset the Google translations, please delete the translations that need to be updated and click the “Submit” button. It should generate new Google translations for your text.

Also, please note that there are only separate language tabs for the “Title” and “Description” sections of your event. “Location” and “Tags” will show up only in one language, as you enter it, based on the site language you are viewing.

I posted my event information in both Japanese and English. But for some reason, the Japanese shows up on the English page and the English shows up on the Spanish page! What did I do wrong?

Make sure you post your information under the corresponding tab for the language you are using (see previous question). The system can’t recognize languages on its own, so double check before you publish that everything is in the right place! This way, the information will be easily accessible to people who want to read it in their language.

Can the Discover Nikkei staff translate my event for me?

All events are now automatically translated using Google Translate. Due to the high volume of events posted on our site, we cannot personally translate or correct event information for you.

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Date and Time

I want to post a recurring event, like a weekly class or a monthly meeting. Is there a good way for me to add these?

Our staff is considering the best way to facilitate this. For now, you will need to post each meeting as its own event.

How do I add the event date?

You can type the date manually in the following format: MM/DD/YYYY (ex: 07/13/2024). Or, click on the calendar icon on the right side of the date field and click on the date for your event. You can change the month or year either by clicking the up and down arrows, or clicking the month and year and selecting from the dropdown menu that appears.

How can I add a timezone?

We will be adding a timezone feature in the future. For now, if the timezone is required, please add the event time with the timezone within the event description.

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Location

How do I add a location?

Please type location information into the relevant location fields. Because some events are virtual or have multiple locations, they are not required fields, but we highly recommend that you add some level of location to make it easier for users to find your event.

• “Place name”: the title of the place the event will be held (for example, Japanese American National Museum).
• “Address”: the street address where the event will be held (i.e., 100 North Central Avenue).
• “City, state, country”: please begin typing in the city, state, or country. Options will auto-populate. Please select the one you are looking for. If the city or town where your event will be held does not come up, please contact us at editor@discovernikkei.org and we will get it added to the location options.
• “Postal code”: At this time, postal codes for events are not displaying, but will be added back in the future. (i.e., 90012 or 100-0011 or 01507-001).

What if my city doesn’t pop up?

Please check the spelling or try alternate spellings. Cities, states/provinces, and countries are listed in the site interface language you are viewing.

It is possible some small towns may not appear in the location search. Please email editor@discovernikkei.org to request to have the location added.

What if my event is virtual?

Underneath the “Format” field, please check the “Virtual” radio button. If the event is in-person and virtual, select the “In-person and virtual” option.

For virtual events, you may leave location-related fields blank.

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Tags

What are tags?

Tags are labels that you can add to an event to make them easier for others to find. Common tags include types of events (“taiko,” “book signing,” “workshop,” “Obon,” etc.), or anything else that you think might make the event easier to spot (“family,” “Buddhist,” “Oshogatsu,” etc).

How do I add tags to my event?

In order to add tags, first you will need to create and save the event. Then, click the “Edit Event” button at the top right, above the event title. Scroll to the bottom of the event editing page, and you will see the “Tags” field. Simply begin typing a word or phrase into the field (i.e., “taiko,” “Los Angeles,” “family”). Tag options will pop up in a drop-down menu below. Please click on the tag you want to add to your event. You may add multiple tags to the same event.

What if the tag I want to add doesn’t exist?

Please email editor@discovernikkei.org to suggest that a new tag be added. Please note that only Nikkei-related and relevant tags will be considered.

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Images, Links, and Downloadable Attachments

Can I upload more than one image?

Currently, you can upload only one image per event. You can either select from your computer or drag and drop a file over the “Image” box.

However, if you are comfortable with HTML and the image is uploaded elsewhere, you may add an additional image(s) within the event description field.

You can also upload additional images as attachments or include a link to a site with more pictures, like the website of the organization hosting the event, for example. Please note, you can name the attachments in one language only.

Can I change the size or placement of my image on the event page?

No, the default size and placement of the primary event image cannot be changed. We recommend you upload a horizontal image. Please note that a blue patterned background may be added to fill the space.

Can I link to a website address?

Yes. There are two ways to add a web address in the event description:

The easy way: highlight the text that you would like to turn into a link, then click on the link icon above the text box (looks like a chain link). A pop-up will appear, prompting you to type in the web address.

For those who know HTML: click the “< >” icon to edit the source code manually.

Can I attach a downloadable document, like a PDF or Word document?

Yes; you may upload one attachment when you are creating your event page or when editing. You can only attach one file at a time. If you would like to attach more files, you will need to click “Submit” and edit the event page again.

You can remove an uploaded file by clicking on the “Delete” checkbox and clicking “Submit.”

Can I add a video to my event?

Not at this time, but we plan to allow videos on event pages in the future. For now, we suggest that you provide a link to your video uploaded on YouTube or another site.

Do I still need to fill out the event description if my image has all the information?

We highly recommend that you add all pertinent information to the event description even if it’s also in the image. This will make it easier for others to find your event using the search function and will make your event posting more accessible for screen-reader users and others with vision problems.

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Publishing, Editing, and Deleting Events

Can I preview my event before I submit it?

We don’t have a preview feature, so once you click “Submit,” your event listing will become public. However, you can go back and edit your information anytime after you’ve submitted it. So don’t stress if you forget something the first time!

I think I’ve done everything right, but I can’t seem to submit my event. What’s the problem?

Double-check to make sure you’ve filled out all the required fields:

• Title (in at least one language)
• Description (in at least one language)
• Format (In-person / Virtual)
• Start date

I submitted my information, but for some reason my event doesn’t appear on the events page. Why is this?

Check to see whether the event is displaying on your Nima profile page. If it appears there, double-check the event date that you added.

If you don’t see the event listed on your Nima profile page or it’s there but you’re still not seeing it on the Events page, send us an email at editor@discovernikkei.org and we’ll help you figure out what’s going on!

Can I edit my event info once it has been published?

Yes, you can! Make sure you’re logged into your Nima account. Then, click on the event that you want to edit. Once you’re on the event page, click “Edit Event” to the top right of the event title.

I just edited my information, but now I can’t seem to submit my changes. What’s going on?

Make sure all the required fields (title, description, format, and starting date) are still filled in. Sometimes the system will reset these fields when you go back to the editing page, so it’s a good idea to double-check.

Can I delete an event after it has been published?

Yes, you can delete any events that you published yourself. Be sure you’ve logged into your Nima account. Go to the event page and click “Delete Event” at the top right of the event name.

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Still Having Trouble?

If we haven’t answered your question here, send us an email at editor@discovernikkei.org and we’ll be happy to help you.

We will continue to add new features and functionality to the events calendar in the future. If you have a suggestion, let us know at editor@discovernikkei.org.

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