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U of M CJS Summer Film Series (7/16-8/13/10)

June 9th, 2010 · 2 Comments · Events

The University of Michigan’s Center for Japanese Studies is hosting a series of free Japanese movie presentations this summer. Entitled “The Real and Surreal in Japanese Contemporary Film“, CJS will be showcasing a total of five Japanese films at the Askwith Auditorium (Lorch Hall) each Friday from July 16th to August 13th. Films are listed [...]

Four Seasons Bonsai Show (6/19-6/20/10)

June 6th, 2010 · No Comments · Events

The Four Seasons Bonsai Club of Michigan invites you to explore the ancient art of miniature Japanese trees at the 38th annual bonsai show.
Featuring: a huge bonsai exhibit; beginner-friendly presentations on growing your own bonsai; bonsai, pots, tools, and accessories for sale; bonsai raffles where one lucky winner will take home the bonsai created during [...]

Japanese Confectionary Demo (5/13 & 5/16/10)

March 7th, 2010 · No Comments · Events

One of the best confectionery masters in Japan, Mr. Shoji Nishizawa, who comes from Shiga, Japan, will demonstrate confectionery making. Participants will learn how confectionery is made and how it is traditionally enjoyed as they sample these treats and drink authentic Japanese tea.
The event will be free of charge and held twice–on May 13th in [...]

Saugatuck Culture of Japan Fest (3/5-4/27/10)

March 5th, 2010 · No Comments · Events

The culture of Japan makes its way to the Saugatuck Center for the Arts. Join us for our month-long cultural festival featuring events and performances of Japanese traditions. Come enjoy the artistry of the Japanese kimono or the flavors of Japan’s famous fermented rice alcoho–sake. Space is limited for certain events so call 269-857-2399 or [...]

Shiga-Michigan Children’s Art Exchange (3/2/10)

February 13th, 2010 · No Comments · Events

The opening ceremony for the 14th annual Shiga-Michigan Children’s Art Exchange will take place on Tuesday, March 2nd, at 7:00PM, Brigg’s Public Library in downtown St. Johns, MI. [map]. See some examples of the artwork shown in years past here.

WMU Japanese Film Festival (1/21-3/10/10)

January 10th, 2010 · No Comments · Events

The Michitoshi Soga Japan Center at WMU will hold a film festival, screening four new Japanese films. All screenings are planned for 7PM at Western Michigan University’s Little Theater (northwest corner Oliver Lane and Oakland Drive, Kalamazoo) and are open to the public free of charge.

Michitoshi Soga Japan Center

U of M Mochitsuki Festival (1/9/10)

December 29th, 2009 · No Comments · Events

On Saturday, January 9th the University of Michigan Japan Student Association will be having a mochitsuki festival to celebrate the new year. There will also be demonstrations in ikebana (the art of Japanese flower arrangement), and raion taiko (Japanese drumming). The event is free and open to the public, so feel free to attend [...]

Michigan Connection Party in Tokyo (11/4/09)

October 15th, 2009 · No Comments · Events

The Law Offices of Warner Norcross & Judd, based in Southfield, are having their annual meet-up and networking party on Friday, November 6th at the Vineyards Wine Bar located at the Tokyo American Club.
If you are in Japan or will be there around that time this is a great way to [...]

Shiga Sister-State Fair in Novi (10/4/09)

September 9th, 2009 · No Comments · Events

We hope that everyone has had a great summer!
To kick off the fall Shiga Prefecture, Michigan’s Sister State since 1968, is organizing an event to be held on October 4th at the Novi Civic Center.
From 1:00PM to 4:00PM there will be pottery demonstrations by a Shiga-Raki master, Shiga products available for purchase, [...]

U of M Japan Cultural Festival (3/14/09)

March 5th, 2009 · No Comments · Events

The Japan Student Association at the University of Michigan is getting ready for their annual Japan Cultural Festival, to be held in downtown Ann Arbor. Scheduled for Saturday, March 14 from 2:00PM to 6:00PM. Admission is only $1 and includes free food!
More information can be found on the flyer.