The San Jose Buddhist Church Betsuin and Wesley United Methodist Church will host the “2023 Japantown Curry Cook-Off” from 5 to 8 p.m. at 566 North 5th St. in San Jose’s Japantown. The event benefits Yu-Ai Kai Japanese American Community Senior Service and the Nikkei Matsuri Foundation. Curries by local chefs. Live music featuring: Na Kohole Kane, Wesley Ukulele Band and Wesley Jazz Ensemble. Cost: $15 seniors 65-plus and children up to 12; $30 general admission: https://t.ly/fNTCp. (408) 295-0367.