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Japan Society events given in red.
January 1 (Wednesday)
Happy New Year
The Japan Society would like to wish everyone a Happy New Year.
The Japan Society is closed on this day and will re-open on January 2
January 4(Saturday) from 1:00Pm
Kaede Bunko - NJCA Library
On the 2nd floor in the JCCC (In front of the IIEC monthly meeting place). Rental of Japanese books, magazines, video tapes etc. Free tea and sweets.
Membership Fee: Free for the NJCA members.
$5 (individual) / $15 (family) for non-NJCA members for one year.
Enquiry: Mrs Kato 416-285-0353
January 11 (Saturday) from 2:00pm
Memorial Tribute to Prince Takamado
There will be a Memorial Tribute held for Prince Takamado at the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Speakers will include Consul General Koezuka, Artist Warabe Asuka and others.
For more information, please call the JCCC at 416-441-2345.
January 11(Saturday) from 1:00Pm
Kaede Bunko - NJCA Library
On the 2nd floor in the JCCC (In front of the IIEC monthly meeting place). Rental of Japanese books, magazines, video tapes etc. Free tea and sweets.
Membership Fee: Free for the NJCA members.
$5 (individual) / $15 (family) for non-NJCA members for one year.
Enquiry: Mrs Kato 416-285-0353
January 15(Wednesday) to February 10
Poems for the Earth: Exhibition by Warabe Aska
The Japan Foundation Toronto presents an exhibition featuring works by Warabe Aska, a Toronto-based artist whose paintings and drawings accompanied the UNICEF-supported picture book Lulie the Iceberg (1998) written by Her Imperial Highness Princess Takamodo of Japan.
The exhibition Poems for the Earth consists of over 30 works by Aska spanning an 11-year period, from 1987 to 1998. The exhibition includes oil paintings, drawings, sketches and limited-edition prints. Several images from the book Lulie the Iceberg will be on display.
For more information, please call 416-966-1600, ext.229 or email: tmiki@jftor.org
Free Admission.
January 18(Saturday) from 1:00Pm
Kaede Bunko - NJCA Library
On the 2nd floor in the JCCC (In front of the IIEC monthly meeting place). Rental of Japanese books, magazines, video tapes etc. Free tea and sweets.
Membership Fee: Free for the NJCA members.
$5 (individual) / $15 (family) for non-NJCA members for one year.
Enquiry: Mrs Kato 416-285-0353
January 19 (Sunday) from 11:00am
The 3rd O-Shogatsu New Year's Festival
Presented by the New Japanese Canadian Association and the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre.
The day will include, a Kampai with O-toso (spiced sake for O-shogatsu) drink, Mochi-Tsuki, Fukubiki
Raffles, Fukubukuro, Kakizome Calligraphy, Children's games etc... Many booths to see and a lot of food to eat!!
We are calling for many volunteers. Please come forward!
For more information, please contact: Koko Kikuchi at 416-481-5929
January 24(Friday) to February 6
Screenings of Akira Kurosawa Films at the Cinematheque Ontario
For more information and listings of movies, please visit Cinematheque Ontario
January 25(Saturday) from 1:00Pm
Kaede Bunko - NJCA Library
On the 2nd floor in the JCCC (In front of the IIEC monthly meeting place). Rental of Japanese books, magazines, video tapes etc. Free tea and sweets.
Membership Fee: Free for the NJCA members.
$5 (individual) / $15 (family) for non-NJCA members for one year.
Enquiry: Mrs Kato 416-285-0353
February
Spring Classes at the JCCC
Time to start thinking about signing up for one(or more) of the many classes offered at the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre. The JCCC offers classes in Bunka Shishu, Ikebana, Koto, Shodo, Sumi-e and the very popular Japanese Language for Adults. 2003 Workshops include Reiki, Raku and Taiko. Fun and educational Kamp Kodomo is back for the Spring Break and why not try out one of the five different martial arts offered.
For more information, contact the JCCC at 416-441-2345 or visit the website at www.jccc.on.ca
February 6 (Thursday) to April 20
RE DESIGN - Daily products of the 21st Century
Curated by renowned Japanese graphic designer Kenya Hara, Re-design is an exhibition and experiment about material culture and design. Thirty two Japanese architects, artists, and designers were challanged to rethink common products tied to the lifestyle and cultural vernacular of daily life in Japan.
The exhibition invites us to question the function and aesthetics of everyday objects. Adult diapers, tea bags, matches and cockroach traps are just a few examples of the objects that were deconstructed and redesigned.
The Design Exchange has commissioned five leading designers from across Canada to contribute new work to this award winning exhibit. The exhibition originated in 2000 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Takeo Co. Ltd.,a Japanese paper trading company.
Location: The Design Exchange, 234 Bay Street (Bay and King), Toronto. Tel: 416-216-2160
Admission is: $8.00 for Adults, $5.00 for Students/Seniors
February 7 (Friday) from 6:30pm
"Film as Thought as History"
By Dr. Eric Cazdyn, Department of East Asian Studies, University of Toronto.
Eric Cazdyn is Assistant Professor of East Asian Studies, Comparative Literature and Cinema Studies at the University of Toronto. His book, The Flash of Capital: Film and Geopolitics in Japan, has been published recently by Duke University Press.
How does film relate to thinking? Or history to film? By introducing the work of Haneda Sumiko (one of the first and most important female filmmakers in Japan), Professor Cazdyn will re-think how these three categories (film/thought/history) relate to each other and how such a re-thinking opens up to an alternative story of post-war Japanese history.
Presented by The Japan Foundation, at 131 Bloor Street West, Suite 213, Toronto, Ontario
Please RSVP: 966.1600 ext. 400 or email klysneparis@jftor.org
February 8 (Saturday)
Karaoke Party
Contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
February 13 (Thursday) and 14th
DIASPORA: MAPPING COMMUNITY ACROSS BORDERS
A two day symposium at the University of Toronto at Scarborough
Directly linked to literature, history, and visual and performing arts courses at UTSC, the aim of the two day symposium "Mapping Community Across Borders" is to address the questions and consider the difficulties associated with the notion of diaspora.
Highlights include a joint reading by Lillian Allen and Clifton Joseph, as well as panel discussions with various UofT and non UofT experts including: Chan Ka Nin, Kerri Sakamoto, Lora Carney (UTSC), Caryl Clark (UTSC), Franca Iacovetta (UTSC), Norm Ravvin (Chair of Jewish Studies at Concordia), and Morton Weinfeld (McGill). As part of the "Japanese Diaspora" panel on Day 2, the symposium will feature a special performance by the acclaimed Japanese Taiko group, the Kiyoshi Nagata Ensemble.
The University of Toronto at Scarborough is located at 1265 Military Trail (South of the 401 at Morningside, one block east on Military Trail at Ellesmere).
For additional info, please contact: Leah Takata at 416-287-7076 or Email:takata@utsc.utoronto.ca
February 14 (Friday) to 23rd
Listen Up! The 25th Annual Toronto Festival of Storytelling
This festival will feature renowned storyteller Masako Sueyoshi and storytelling group Katari telling folk tales from Japan.
Various venues and times Admission to some events free, prices vary
For more information, please call: 416-216-2160, or visit Story Telling
February 15 (Saturday) to April 12
AIKO SUZUKI- selected works from 1973 to the present
The new exhibit on senior artist Aiko Suzuki at the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre encompasses work produced in a range of media over a period of 30 years and illuminates her contribution to key art movements in abstract expressionism and textile art.
For more information, please contact gendaigallery@hotmail.com
February 15 (Saturday) from 10:00am
Miniatures, Dolls and Bears
The Miniatures, Dolls and Bears show comes to the JCCC. This 20 year old show will have vendors offering a wide variety of fine handcrafted and quality commercial dollhouse miniatures, dolls and bears and one-of-a-kind artist dolls and bears.
Admission: Adults $4.00, Senior $3.50, children under 12.
For more information please call 905-426-5471
February 15 (Saturday) to February 16
9th Japanese Storytelling show by the Katari Storyteller
Presented by the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre and Sponsored by New Japanese Canadian Association.
Japanese stories will be presented in English or Japanese, depending on the day. The English language presentation will be presented on Saturday from 4-6pm, and Japanese stories will be presented on Sunday 3-5pm.
Admission is $5 per person or $10 per family.
For more information, please contact Yusuke Tanaka 416-386-0287
February 19(Wednesday) to April 17th
Inspired by Japanese Poetry: Original Works by the late York Wilson
Part 1: Fifteen original ink drawings for the book illustration for" The Face at the Bottom of the World and other Poems"by Hagiwara Sakutaro, transulated by Graeme Wilson.
Part 2: Ink drawings inspired by the poetry by Hagiwara Sakutaro.
Presented by The Japan Foundation at 131 Bloor St. West, Suite 213.
Admission is Free
For more information, please call 416-966-1600 ext 229.
February 20 (Thursday) from 6:30pm
SAKE NIGHT
Presented by The Ontario Club, Co-sponsored with The Consulate General of Japan, Sake Export Association and The Japan Society.
Sake has played a central role in the life and culture of the Japanese people for about two thousand years. This Japanese evening will offer you the real taste of Japan. Our Executive Chef Kiyoshi Kikuchi will prepare an exquisite Japanese Menu including Sushi, Chicken Teriyaki and much more. There will be a Japanese Drum performance by Kiyoshi Nagata.
Location: The Ontario Club, 30 Wellington St. W, 5th Floor, Commerce Court South.
Admission: $49.50( including all taxes) per person, includes Japanese Menu and Sake.
RSVP to Jennifer Acorn at 416-862-1270.
February 22(Saturday) to June 2003
Exhibition: Tree Spirit - The Woodcuts of Naoko Matsubara
The Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) presents a captivating new exhibition that showcases the art of one of the world's leading contemporary woodcut artists. Tree Spirit: The Woodcuts of Naoko Matsubara displays 50 woodblock prints made by Naoko Matsubara, RCA, an important Japanese Canadian artist who has exhibited all over the world since the early 1960s.
For more information, please call 416-586-8000 or visit ROM
February 22 (Saturday)
Karaoke Party
Contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
February 24(Monday) 8:30am
"Inside Japan - From the Outside" Breakfast Meeting
Presented By The Japan Society
Guest Speaker, Robert Ulmer, Vice President, Global Japanese Relationships, Bank of Nova Scotia.
Robert Ulmer received his undergraduate degree at York University, and his doctorate at Yale University. He also studied at Waseda University, and was visiting research fellow at Hosei University, Tokyo.
Recently returned from Japan, where he served as The Bank of Nova Scotia's senior officer for almost ten years, Robert Ulmer will offer his observations on the latest developments in Japan's reformation. Questions and answers in Japanese and English are welcome.
Location: The Offices of Gowling Lafleur Henderson LLP, Commerce Court West, 199 Bay Street, Suite 4900
Please RSVP to 416-366-4168
Admission is FREE
February 26 (Wednesday) 7:00pm
Tokyo Revelation - DVD Anime Night
A high school student discovers that only he can stop an evil classmate from unleashing a plague of demons upon Tokyo. Demonic possession and computer technology unite in this action-packed occult anime thriller from Osamu Yamazaki.
Admission is Free.
For more information please contact the JCCC at 416-441-2345.
February 27(Thursday) at 7:00pm
A Taste of Sake: Tasting the Regional Jizake of Japan
Presented by both Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre and The Canada Japan Society of Toronto.
There will be several jizake(regional sakes) from Japan that are not available in Canada which will be featured. The discussion will be lead by Shotaro Ozawa of Ozawa Canada and will concentrate on tasting techniques and charts, vocabulary and matters of connoisseruship. A Japanese meal can also be pre-ordered to go with the tasting.
Premium Jizake to be featured include: Tenzan (Saga Prefecture), Onikoroshi (Shizuoka), Sudohonke (Ibaraki), Tama no Hikari (Kyoto).
Please RSVP to the JCCC at 416-441-2345 as space is limited.
Cost: $30 for JCCC and CJST members and $40 for non-members. Pre-ordered meals are an additional $10 each. This event is restricted to persons 19 years of age and older.
February 28 (Friday) from 4:30pm
Arts of Japan
The Royal Ontario Museum hosts Arts of Japan, an evening of free admission to the ROM's galleries
For more information, please visit Royal Ontario Museum
March 1 (Saturday) and 2nd
Haru Matsuri 2003
Welcome Spring 2003 to the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre with one of our oldest traditions, our annual Haru Matsuri
Haru Matsuri will also feature arts and crafts demonstrations, such as Ikebana, Bunka Shishu, Sumi-e and Shodo. There will be colourful booths such as doll making, origami and more.
There will be martial arts demonstration in Aikido, Iaido, Judo, Karate and Kendo. There will also be Odori, knows as traditional Japanese dance, featured on the main entertainment stage.
Come and enjoy a tranquil moment at the Tea Ceremony, and also don't forget your appetite!!Delicious tempura and other enticing delights await your tastebuds.
Admission:$10 for family, $4 Adults, $2 for seniors and children, JCCC members free.
For more information, please contact the JCCC at 416-441-2345
March 1 (Saturday) from 10am
Yehan Numata Lecture: Death and Great Compassion
Starting this year, through the generous sponsorship from the BDK
Canada, the Toronto Buddhist Church will be hosting a series of lectures in
honour of the founder of the BDK, Reverend Yehan Numata. For the inaugural
lecture, they will invite Professor Naoki Nabeshima from the Ryukoku
University in Kyoto, Japan to speak about "Death and Great Compassion". The
lecture will be at 10am, there will be a lunch break, and then there will be
a panel discussion on "The Importance of Spiritual Healing at the Time of
Death".
Please call the Toronto Buddhist Church at 416-534-4302 for more
information.
March 6 (Thursday) from 7:30pm
TBC Buddhist Video Night: Buddhism in Sri Lanka
In an ongoing effort to introduce the Buddha Dharma from various
angles, the TBC will be holding video nights every Thursday in March. The
video will last for one hour, followed by a 30 minute discussion.
Please call the Toronto Buddhist Church at 416-534-4302 for more
information.
March 8 (Saturday) from 1:00pm
The 21st Ontario Japanese Speech Contest
Come out and listen to the many students who have worked hard in mastering the Japanese language. The speech contest will serve to develop a greater awareness of all aspects of Japan among the Canadian public.
Location: Medical Science Building(MS2158), University of Toronto, just North West of Queen's Park Station.
For more information, please call Japan Information Centre at (416)363-5488.
March 8 (Saturday)
Karaoke Party
Contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
March 10 (Monday) to 14
Spring Break - Kamp Kodomo
There are still a few spots left to enroll your children in the 2003 edition of Spring Break Kamp Kodomo. During the March Break, Kampers will enjoy a fun-filled week of activities with the emphasis on Japanese culture. They will get to experience first hand a variety of Martial Arts, Ikebana, Sumi-e, Japanese Cooking, Dance, Origami and much more.
There will be experienced bilingual Kamp counselors, to help make every child's March break a memorable one.
Open to children between the ages of 6 - 12.
For more information, contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
March 11 (Tuesday)
AJC Open House
The Associatioin for Japanese Culture (AJC) is celebrating its 25th anniversary of introducing Japanese Culture to schools and the community-at-large in Ontario. Take this opportunity to gain knowledge of some effective ways to teach Japanese culture, develop your talents and share your hobbies. Light refreshments will be served.
For further information, please contact Mrs. Ota, 416-291-1682.
March 13 (Thursday) from 7:30pm
TBC Buddhist Video Night: Religions of Taiwan
In an ongoing effort to introduce the Buddha Dharma from various
angles, the TBC will be holding video nights every Thursday in March. The
video will last for one hour, followed by a 30 minute discussion.
Please call the Toronto Buddhist Church at 416-534-4302 for more
information.
March 17 (Monday)
Spring Classes at the JCCC
Spring session for all classes, will begin the week of the 17th. Why not enrol in classes in Bunka Shishu, Ikebana, Koto, Shodo, Sumi-e and the very popular Japanese languange for adults.
2003 workshops included: Reiki, Raku and Taiko. Join in one of the five different martial arts programs offered at the JCCC.
For more details and registration forms, contact the JCCC at 416-441-2345.
March 19 (Wednesday) from 6PM
Leather that Feels like Silk - Collection from Chako for JME
Distinctively different, Designer Chako Setoyama's unique blend of Japanese tradition with western aesthetic have created a unique Fall/Winter collection that takes the use of leather to new fashion heights on March 19, 2003, in part of the Toronto Fashion Week.
Chako's unique designs and dramatic use of leather and fur have earned her the reputation as one of the leading leather fashion designers. Her brand "Chako for JME" is highly regarded in Japan, and each year thousands of Japanese tourists visit her exclusive showroom for the opportunity to purchase one of Chako's creations.
For her grande finale, Chako plans to reveal her trademark "East Meets West" designs which combine the finest leather with elements of traditional Japanese Kimono.
For more information or to get ticket for the fashion show, please contact Alan Bresgi at 416-977-2603, or email at info@jamesmoto.com
Seating is limited so don't wait to see one of Japan's Finest Designers.
March 20 (Thursday) from 3:00 pm
Japan's Strategy for Complying with the Kyoto Protocol
JETRO with co-sponsors, Department of Foreign Affairs & International Trade Canada, Industry Canada, Ontario Exports and The Japan Society, invite you to attend this informative seminar.
Keynote speakers will include: Kanji Tamamushi Ph. D., Tamamushi Consulting and Katsuyoshi Tatenuma Ph. D., President, Kaken Co. Ltd.
It will be held at the Pierre Berton Room 1 & 2 at Toronto Congress Centre, 650 Dixon Rd. Toronto.
For further information, please contact Kristi Skocic at 416-861-0000 ext 231.
RSVP is needed, as space is limited.
March 20 (Thursday) from 7:30pm
TBC Buddhist Video Night: Buddhism in Japan
In an ongoing effort to introduce the Buddha Dharma from various
angles, the TBC will be holding video nights every Thursday in March. The
video will last for one hour, followed by a 30 minute discussion.
Please call the Toronto Buddhist Church at 416-534-4302 for more
information.
March 20 (Thursday)
KODO Drummers
Since their 1981 debut, Kodo have given over 2500 performances on five continents. Now your group too can be blown away by the explosive sounds of the traditional Japanese drum, the Taiko!
The KODO Drummers offer and experience unlike any other. The extraordinary sound of the Japanese style drum, the Taiko, combined with fabulous traditional Japanese performing arts presents on of the most pleasant stage performances for all to enjoy.
The KODO Drummers present a great opportunity for students, children of all ages and families to come out and experience the performing arts in Toronto.
Location: Massey Hall, 178 Victoria Street, Toronto.
March 22 (Saturday) from 4:00 pm
BOWL-A-THON
Presented by TORONTO BUDDHIST CHURCH - NEW TEMPLE AND LIVING DHARMA CENTRE FUNDAISING
You could make up your own team with friends, your family and even with grandchildren. Please fill out a “Team Roster Sheet”. But every bowler still has to fill out his or her own separate sponsor sheet.
Persons, who in making sponsorship of over $ 10 will receive a tax receipt. The bowler who has pledges of over $ 100 will get to bowl free and the Toronto Buddhist Church will benefit.
Bento bako Dinner could be ordered, in any amount, in advance for $ 10 each, so there is no need to rush home to cook.
Let’s all come out and have an afternoon of fun!
Location:Bowlerama Thorncliffe, 45 Overlea Blvd.,(3 traffic lights south of Eglinton Avenue, west off Don Mills Road)
Number of games: 3 games (5 pin or 10 pin)
Cost: $ 10 for 3 games
But wait!
March 22 (Saturday)
Karaoke Party
Contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
March 24(Monday) 25, 27, 28
BUTOH and Organic Movement- Body Resonance Workshop with Yumiko Yoshioka
Body Resonance is a key to opening up the ever-changing world inside and outside of us - metamorphosis. Through physical training, organic movements and visualization we will dance and be danced. Enjoy the chaos, the mother of creativity.
Yumiko Yoshioka was born in Tokyo and has lived in Germany since 1988. She has taught extensively in Germany, Italy, Austria, Israel and throughout North America.
Location: Maddison Studios, 190 Richmond Street East, Toronto.
Cost:$100
To register and for information call:416-504-6429 Ext: 45.
March 26 (Wednesday) 7:00pm
DVD Anime Night: Odoru Daisousasen - the movie
Based on the long-running and hugely popular television show, Odoru Daisousasen(Bayside Shakedown)
In this humorous police drama, Aoshima, a Tokyo police detective working in the Bayside Precinct, is continually frustrated by the hierarchy and red tape that plague the system. His friend Muroi is climbing the ladder of the police bureaucracy. Muroi has made a pact with Aoshima that while Aoshima looks after the streets, Muroi would make life easier for the cops on the beat.
One day, a series of events turns the small station upside down...to find out what happens, come out and watch the movie.
Admission is Free.
For more information please contact the JCCC at 416-441-2345.
March 27 (Thursday) from 8:00 am
Breakfast Meeting hosted by JETRO
An Insider's View of Success in the Japanese Market: How Canadian companies can take advantage of ongoing
changes in the world's second largest economy.
Guest Speaker, Robert Ulmer, Vice President, Global Japanese Relationships, Bank of Nova Scotia will discuss Japan's current economic situation, the ongoing restructuring process, and
what to expect in the future. He will also provide an insider's view of how Canadian companies can achieve success in this lucrative market.
Location: The Westin Prince Hotel, 900 York Mills Road Toronto
Continental breakfast is included and attendance is free of charge, but space is limited! All participants must register early by contacting Robert Crane at:
(416) 861-0000x235 or Email:Robert_Crane@jetro.go.jp
March 27 (Thursday) from 7:30pm
TBC Buddhist Video Night: Thich Nhat Hanh
In an ongoing effort to introduce the Buddha Dharma from various
angles, the TBC will be holding video nights every Thursday in March. The
video will last for one hour, followed by a 30 minute discussion.
Please call the Toronto Buddhist Church at 416-534-4302 for more
information.
March 28 (Friday) to April 19
Madama Butterfly
Puccini's celebrated opera Madama Butterfly is part of the Canadian Opera Company's 2002-2003 season.
Performance will take place at the Hummingbird Centre.
Tickets for Madama Butterfly are now on sale through Ticketmaster. Call 416-872-2262 to order
March 29 (Saturday)
Momiji Health Care Society Bazaar
The Momiji Bazaar will be held at 3555 Kingston Road, Markham Road from 12-3:30pm.
Here are some of the ways you can help their major fundraiser. Think of Momiji as you clear away things you no longer need - plants, clothes, toys, children's books. The sushi, manju, karinto and baked goods booths will also be happy to accept your contributions.
You can also help by becoming a volunteer. To volunteer, please contact Jovell Patrico at the Momiji Office at 416-261-6683.
For more information regarding the Bazaar, please contact Lee Mixon at the Momiji office, 416-261-6683, ext 224.
March 29 (Saturday) from 1:30 pm
Toronto Shiga Kenjin Kai
All members of the Toronto Shiga Kenjin Kai are invited to the 29th Annual General Meeting at the Toronto Buddist Church (918 Bathurst Street). Extra parking is available at the Royal St. George's College.
General admission for members is $ 15 per person, which includes bento. Members over 80 years of age are free of charge, including the bento as well. Please RSVP before March 22 to Toyo Hayashi at 416-658-7759.
April 5 (Saturday) and 26
RAKU Pottery Workshop
In this 2 day workshop, you will learn the fundamentals of Raku under the supervison of skilled Raku craftsmen and will have the opportunity to create and glaze your own pieces.
Raku or rakukyaki is a method of firing pottery based on a sixteenth century Japanese technique.
Time: 10:00 am to 4:00pm
FEE: $80. for both days, $20 for clay, firing and glaze.
For more information or to RSVP, please contact the JCCC at 416-441-2345 or email jccc@jccc.on.ca
April 5 (Saturday)
Karaoke Party
Contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
April 5 (Saturday) from 1:00 pm
Toronto Kumamoto Kenjinkai
The 52nd annual shinbokukai and friendship party. This year's event will be held at the Toronto Buddist Church (918 Bathurst Street). The day's activities will include a memorial service, annual general meeting, bingo, entertainment and door prizes. To RSVP, please call
Martha at 416-466-9096
April 6 (Sunday) from 1:00pm
Concert at Centennial - Japanese United Church
The concert will feature vocalist Karen Calder accompanied by pianist Ruth Calder, both from Thamesford, Ontario. Familiar music by composers such as George and Ira Gershwin, Jerome Kern, Rogers and Hart, Les Brown etc.. Proceeds to the United Church of Canada Beads of Hope campaign which will provide funding to local community groups in many parts of Africa to help combat HIV/AIDS. Tickets are $10 each and can be obtained by calling Ruby Shikaze at 905-607-5950.
The Church is located at 701 Dovercourt Road just a half block south of Bloor St.
April 8 (Tuesday) from 7:00pm
Madame Sadayakko, The Geisha Who Seduced the West - Author's Night
Author's Night at the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre with acclaimed British Author Lesley Downer who will read from Madame Sadayakko:The Geisha Who Seduced The West An enthralling true story of the woman who became the most celebrated geisha in Japan and the first to tour the United States and Europe.
Admission is $2 (JCCC and CJST members), $5 (non-members)
For more information, please contact the JCCC at 416-441-2345 or visit the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
April 10 (Thursday)
The Tokyo Quartet
The Quartet performs on "The Paganini Quartet", a renowned set of Stradivarius instruments, as a part of Music Toronto's Quartet Series.
For more information, please visit Music Toronto
April 12 (Saturday) from 2:00 pm
Toronto Fukuoka Kenjinkai - Annual General Meeting and Social
There will be brief reports, schedule of coming events, election of new officers for the 2003-2004 term will be the order of business for the AGM.
Entertainment by the talented members and friends will follow the business session, and if entertainers perform for us as in the past events, we will be in for another afternoon of fun and laughter. Bingo, fukubiki and of course the delicious bento will make the afternoon to be remembered.
Admission is $15 per person, over 80 year of age are free and is our guests, all members are also requested to pay their membership dues of $5.
For more information, please contact: Asaye Amemori, 416-781-4997, or Dorthy Tahara at 416-461-8995
April 12 (Saturday)
Toronto Japanese Language School Dance
For more information contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
April 16 (Wednesday) from 6:00pm
A Changing Heart - Screening & Lecture
The Japan Society and The Japan Foundation Toronto, invites you to join Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Leigh Devine for this intimate documentary examining changing attitudes towards love and marriage in Japan.
Admission is free, please RSVP as seating is limited to The Japan Foundation at 416-966-1600 ext 223 or email jstdenis@jftor.org
April 13 (Sunday)
Taiko Workshop
The JCCC and the Yakudo Japanese Drummers once again joining forces to offer an exciting hands-on Japanese drumming workshop. The workshops are geared towards beginners and return students ages 10 and older, and will be an intense 4 hours of traditional taiko training.
For more information contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
April 19 (Saturday)
Karaoke Party
Contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
April 25 (Friday)
Touch - The Esprit Orchestra
The Esprit Orchestra's Touch will feature its Concert Master Fujiko Imajishi as Guest Artist, as well as the music of composers Gyorgy Ligeti (Hungary), Jose Evangelista (Canada/Spain) and Esprit Music Director and Conductor Alex Pauk (Canada).
For more information please visit TOUCH
April 25 (Friday) from 6:30 pm
Poetry and Zen Koan Practice - -Lecture Series
Presented by The Japan Foundation Toronto
Guest speaker: Dr. Victor Sogen Hori, Associate Professor of Japanese Religions, McGill University.
Admission is Free. Please RSVP at 416-966-1600 ext 400
For more information please visit The Japan Foundation Toronto
April 26 (Saturday) and April 27 from 12:00pm
The Beauty of Spring - An Exhibiton of Ikebana
Coinciding with the Cherry Blossom Festival in Japan, ikebana artists from Toronto, Ottawa and Eastern Ontario will create beautiful flower arrangements at the Japan Foundation Toronto using plant materials and flowers representing spring in our Canadian towns and cities.
For more information please visit The Japan Foundation Toronto or contact Tani Miki at 416-966-1600 ext. 230
April 26 (Saturday) to 27 from 12pm
Ukifune No Kai - Calligraphy Exhibit
A calligraphy group based in Toronto, and will hold a calligraphy exhibit and sale at the JCCC. Admission is free.
For more information contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
April 27 (Sunday)
The Beauty of Spring: An Exhibition of Ikebana
Coinciding with cherry blossom season in Japan, will feature artists from Toronto, Ottawa and eastern Ontario who will create beautiful flower arrangements using materials representing spring in Canada.
For more information please visit The Japan Foundation Toronto
April 27 (Sunday) from 9:00am
Mochitsuki Day
Volunteers are needed in making hundreds of pounds of mochi (sticku rice cakes) to be sold at our bazaar. Volunteers are also needed on Friday May 2 to make hundreds of rolls of sushi, to be sold at the bazaar. No experience necessary for either day. Come and share your cooking talents or come to get some hands-on experience in the mochi / sushi process.
If cooking is not your forte, volunteers are also needed on May 2 to help set-up and sort for the bazaar.
For more information about helping with the bazaar, call the JCCC at 416-441-2345
April 28 (Monday) from 12:00pm
The U.S. - Japan - Korea Security Triangle: Challenges & Opportunities - Luncheon and Discussion
Hosted by The Japan Society.
Co-sponsors include: The Consulate General of Japan in Toronto, The Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Toronto, Japan Society of New York, The Canada-Korea Society and Canada-Democratic Peoples Republic of Korea (DPRK) Association.
Despite the existence of a common ally in the United States, escalating tensions between the United States and North Korea and rising anti-American sentiment in South Korea have placed new pressures on Japan-Korea relations that could have wide-ranging implications for economic and political stability throughout northeast Asia. In this panel discussion, Japanese, South Korean and U.S. experts share perspectives on key foreign policy and security challenges in Asia, including the outlook for the trilateral alliance in the decade ahead. Panelists include Masao Okonogi, Professor of Political Science at Keio University in Tokyo; Kim Hosup, Professor in the Department of International Relations at Chung-Ang University in Seoul; and Leon V. Sigal, Director of the Northeast Asia Cooperative Security Project at the Social Science Research Council in New York.
Tickets: $50.00 (including tax and lunch)
To RSVP or for more information, please contact Marianne Kamiyama at 416-366-4168 or email at admin@japansocietycanada.com
April 30 (Wednesday) 7:00pm
After Life - DVD Night
Presented by the JCCC, this remarkably touching film, from the award winning director Kore-eda Hirokazu, explores the profound human need to discover meaning in everyday life. The newly deceased find themselves in a way station somewhere between Heaven and Earth. With the help of dedicated caseworkers, each soul is given three days to choose one cherished memory from their life that they will relive for eternity. As the film reveals, recognizing happiness and finding a life's worth of meaning in a single event is no simple task.
If Heaven is only a single memory from your life, as Kore-eda suggests, which memory would you choose???
Admission is Free.
For more information please contact the JCCC at 416-441-2345.
May 2 (Friday)
Sushi Work Bee
Volunteers are need to help make sushi for the BAZAAR 2003 at the JCCC.
For more information or to volunteer, please contact the JCCC at 416-441-2345
May 3 (Saturday) from 12:30 pm
BAZAAR 2003
It's that time again,the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre's Annual Bazaar. There will be lots of baked goods, toys, books, Noritake Tableware, Leather goods, hardware and Garden Ware, plants and flowers, silent auction, Japanese Dishware and LOTS AND LOTS of BARGAINS!
Don't forget to come with an empty stomach as there will be lots of tasty Sushi, Udon, Yakitori, Mochi, Manju and more.
Don't forget to purchase your raffle tickets for many prizes and the top prize of a trip to Japan.
For more information or to volunteer, please contact the JCCC at 416-441-2345
May 3 (Saturday)
Karaoke Party
Contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
May 10 (Saturday)
Karate Tournament
For more information, contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
May 10 (Saturday) from 7:00 pm
Mukashi Banashi III
Japanese Folklore Theatre Productions presents, Mukashi Banashi III, (Tales of Old Japan) at the Toronto Buddhist Church. This is a theatrical interpretation of two Japanese folktales created to please children of all ages.
For more information or to RSVP for tickets, please call 416-977-7938.
Ticket price: Suggested Donation $10 adults, $5 Child.
Location: Toronto Buddhist Church, 918 Bathurst Street.
May 11(Sunday)
Shogi Masters Presentation / Workshop
For more information, contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
May 14 (Monday) to July 16
The 7th Annual Toronto Photography Festival
The Japan Foundation Toronto presents Hidden Japan, an exhibition featuring 85 black and white photographs by Kijuro Yahagi.
For more information please visit The Japan Foundation Toronto
May 15 (Thursday)
May is Asian Heritage Month
Celebrate Asian Heritage month sponsored by Canadian Multicultural Council (CMC)-Asians in Ontario. Events will include, educational seminars, soccer tournament, author's symposium and a business seminar, which will be held at the JCCC.
The free seminar, "How to Run A Successful Business", is designed to inform and provide guidance on how to succeed in business both within Asian communities and in Canada generally.
Deadline for business seminar registration is May 12. For more information, call the Toronto Asian Heritage Month Info Line at 416-631-4128.
May 16 (Friday) to 18th
Anime North
Canada's premier fan-run convention on Japanese animation this year features voice-over actress Hikaru Midorikawa.
For more information, visit Anime North
May 17 (Saturday)
Karaoke Party
Contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
May 19 (Monday)
VICTORIA DAY HOLIDAY
The Japan Society will be closed. We would like to wish everyone a safe and happy Victoria Holiday!!
May 21 (Wednesday)
AWOL: Tales for Travel-Inspired Minds
Japanese Canadian novelist Rui Umezawa will be among the writers reading from AWOL: Tales for Travel-Inspired Minds as part of Harbourfront's Reading Series.
For more information, visit Harbourfront's Reading Series
May 21 (Wednesday)
Sleeping Tigers: The Asahi Baseball Story - - Film Screening
The JCCC, with the support of the National Film Board of Canada, will be hosting the Toronto premiere of the new film Sleeping Tigers: The Asahi Baseball Story. This film is a powerful and moving documentary about the Asahi, the newest inductees of the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame.
For more information, contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
May 24(Saturday) from 2PM
Buyokai 2003
The Bukkyo-kai Buyo group will be presenting a concert of shin-buyo (contemporary Japanese dance) at the Toronto Buddhist Church, 918 Bathurst Street (north of Bloor).
In addition to the Buyo group, there will be a featured performance by Kozakura-Sensui and performances by the Kozakura Dance School, Isshin Daiko and karaoke singers.
Proceeds will be going to the New Temple and Living Dharma Centre Fund.
Tickets are $20 Adults GENERAL ADMISSION (doors open at 1PM).
For tickets and further information, please call (416) 534-4302.
May 25 (Sunday)
Sogetsu Ikebana Show
For more information, contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
May 25 (Sunday) from 1:00 pm
The 8th Japanese Speech Award
The JSA Planning Committee (Canada), with the support of the JCCC and the CJST is pleased to announce that once again there will be a Japanese Speech Award Contest for High School Students. The objective of this contest is to promote greater understanding internationally through the Japanese language by bringing together high school students from around the world.
For further information, please contact Canadian Study Tours, Ltd, at 416-439-8745
May 28 (Wednesday) 7:00pm
Sumo Do, Sumo Don't (Shiko Funjatta) - DVD Night
A charming Sumo comedy form the "Shall we dance" Team. In Japan, the intrusion all-invasive, displacing older traditions. Kyoritsu University's sumo club is losing members to more popluar pursuits such as football and scuba diving. In order to survive, he recruits some highly unorthodox recruits including a red-haired rugby-playing gaigin, an underweight and under-confidendt Aoki, and Yamamoto, a spoiled rich brat who is forced to join a sports club in order to graduate.
This hilarious and heart-warming comedy is an interesting and comical peek into the world of sumo and the struggle between comtemporary and traditional values in Japanese society.
Presented by the JCCC,Admission is Free.
For more information please contact the JCCC at 416-441-2345.
May 31 (Saturday)
Karaoke Party
Contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
May 31 (Saturday) to June 1
Kanai Shihan Aikido Seminar
JCCC Aikikai Aikido is pleased to present a special seminar featuring Misunari Kanai Shihan from New England Aikikai. Kanai sensei is one of the last uchi-deschi (apprentice students) of Morihei Ueshiba (O'Sensei), founder of Aikido.
For more information,contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
June 6 (Friday)
Lemon Creek Golf Tournament
The Lemon Creek get-together is organizing a golf tournament, the day before the reunion. Details will follow when finalized. If interested please contact Chiyo Ito at 905-274-3221
June 6 (Friday) to August 8
8th JETRO Business Japanese Proficiency Test - Application period
JETRO is pleased to announce that the 8th JETRO Business Japanese Proficiency Test will be held on October 18, 2003. The JETRO Test is Japan's leading examination of business-oriented communication skills for people studying Japanese as a second language.
Test Date: October 18, 2003
Application period: Now until August 8, 2003
Test Locations: Toronto-University of Toronto, Vancouver-Simon Fraser University
Please note that the format for the JETRO Test has changed from previous years. In the past, the listening and reading portion of the test was divided into three separate levels. Under the new format, there will be only one test, and applicants will be given a point score similar to that of other standardized tests such as TOEFL or GMAT. This will allow candidates to better evaluate their performance and progress from one year to the next.
To receive a test application package or for more information, please contact Robert Crane at:
(416) 861-0000 x 235 or Email: Robert_Crane@jetro.go.jp
June 10 (Tuesday) from 8:30am to 10:00am
Japan Update - Opportunities for Canada
The Japan Society and The Toronto Japanese Association of Commerce & Industry (Shokokai) invite you to attend a Breakfast Meeting with Canada's Ambassador to Japan, Ambassador Robert Wright.
He will provide us with his current views on the Japanese economic climate and discuss opportunities for the Canadian business community.
Registration: Continental Breakfast & Discussion $20. (Tax included)
Location: The National Club, 303 Bay Street, Toronto.
To RSVP, please contact Marianne Kamiyama at The Japan Society at 416-366-4168 or Email: admin@japansocietycanada.com
June 13 (Friday) Form 6:30 pm
Nikkei Heritage Gala
The Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre invites our community an dour friends to a gala evening in celebration of 125 years of Japanese Canadian heritage and the next phase of development of the JCCC.
Guest Speakers are: Scott Oki and Tom Ikeda
For more information and ticket prices, contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
June 16 (Monday) from 3:30pm to 5:00pm
THE MANULIFE JAPAN STORY - Building A Foundation For Success In Japan
Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), co-sponsored with The Japan Society invites you to attend a seminar with Guest Speaker, KEITH WALTER,Senior Vice President, Marketing & Business Development, Manulife Japan.
Attend this JETRO seminar for an insider’s perspective on business success in Japan. Learn about the current economic situation and how Canadian companies can take advantage of new opportunities in Japan.
Mr. Walter has been with Manulife since 1982. He helped launched Manulife’s successful entry into the Japanese market in 1999.
Location: Toronto Board of Trade, Ridout Room1 First Canadian PlaceToronto, ON
Admission is Free.
For more information or to RSVP, please contact Mai Ly at (416)861-0000 x 229.
June 22 (Sunday) from 4:00pm
REIKI share at the JCCC
Reiki is a Japanese method of hands on healing which originated in ancient Tibet. Benefits include deep relaxation, emotional balancing, pain relief, alignment and detoxification.
A Reiki share is an opportunity for the public to experience a Reiki Treatment and for Reiki practitioners to trade treatments. There will be a brief introduction on Reiki, followed by a guided meditation and then an icebreaker that will give people a chance to meet. The rest of the time will be spent on treatments. Healings will be given in order of arrival (one per person)
Cost is $5 for practitioners and the general public. Please bring your own sheet, pillowcase and towel, cup for water or tea.
For more information, please call Stephanie Norwich, Rieki Master at 416-377-9059.
June 23 (Monday) from 7:30 pm
JCCC 2003 Annual General Meeting
The membership of the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre is hereby given notice of the Annual General Meeting of members, at 6 Garamond Court, Toronto. If you are interested in getting involved with the JCCC, please consider volunteering as a Board Member.
For more information contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
June 25 (Wednesday)from 7:00 pm
TAMPOPO - DVD NIGHT
This very popluar 1987 comedy tells the story of a young widow named Tampopo, who is struggling to make ends meet by running a ramen noodle restaurant. Goro, a truck driver, saves Tampopo's young son from being beaten by a group of school girls and is rewarded with a bowl of very bad ramen. Goro tells Tampopo the awful truth about her cooking and she asks for his help. Together they search for the perfect ramen recipe.
Admission is free.
For more information contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
June 27 (Friday)
CANDELA - JAZZ from Japan
The JCCC will host a jazz group from Japan, again to coincide with the Toronto Jazz Festival.
Candela, a unique jazz ensemble from Tokyo which mix and variety of styles and nationalities as well as traditional Japanese and Western instruments and melodies. In fact, aside from the drummer, all of this group's members are American musicians who are active in Japan.
For more information contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
June 28 (Saturday)CANCELLED
CKF & JCCC Dinner Buffet Show
For more information contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
July 1 (Tuesday)
Canada Day
The Japan Society will be closed, we would like to wish you a safe and happy Canada Day!!
July 1 (Tuesday)
26th Annual JCCC Community Picnic at Caledon Place
Bring your family and friends to Caledon place to enjoy a fun-filled day at the Annual picnic. You can take part in the ever-popular afternoon bingo, games, races for young children. Enter the fishing derby and don't forget to purchase tickets for the Share-the-Wealth raffle and fukubiki draw.
Please bring ample drinking water and food for your family and friends. Picnic tables are limited, so don't forget to pack some chairs and maybe a table.
Caledon Place is on the west side of HWY 10, approximately 2km North of the Town of Caledon.
For more information contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
July 3 (Thursday) to 18
Japanese Quilt Display
Beautiful Japanese quilts are coming from Japan to be displayed at the JCCC. Enjoy the different styles and techniques used to make these quilts distinctively "Japanese"
For more information contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
July 5 (Saturday)
Karaoke Party
Contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
July 7 (Monday) to 12
Summer Break - Kamp Kodomo Session 1
Why not enrol your children in the 2003 edition of Summer Break Kamp Kodomo. During this week, Kampers will enjoy a fun-filled week of activities with the emphasis on Japanese culture. They will get to experience first hand a variety of Martial Arts, Ikebana, Sumi-e, Japanese Cooking, Dance, Origami and much more.
There will be experienced bilingual Kamp counsellors, to help make every child's Summer a memorable one.
Open to children between the ages of 6 - 12.
For more information, contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
July 11 (Friday) to August 14
The Greatest Foreign Classics
Presented by Cinematheque Ontario's summer programs will include such Japanese masterpieces as The Seven Samurai, Ugetsu, and much more!
For more information, please visit Cinematheque Ontario
July 12 (Saturday)
Natsu Matsuri - TBC Bon Odori
The JCCC, Toronto Buddhist Church and the New Japanese Canadian Association have joined forces to premiere the Natsu Matsuri and Bon Odori Festival. Imagine a warm and sunny summer's day, the smells, the sights and sound of Japanese summer festival. You will be able to enjoy the entertainment, booths, events and delicioius foods that make a Japanese festival unique.
The JCCC Annual Air Trip to Japan Raffle will also be held on this day. To get your tickets call the JCCC today!
Contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
July 14 (Monday) to 18
Summer Break - Kamp Kodomo Session 2
Why not enrol your children in the 2003 edition of Summer Break Kamp Kodomo. During this week, Kampers will enjoy a fun-filled week of activities with the emphasis on Japanese culture. They will get to experience first hand a variety of Martial Arts, Ikebana, Sumi-e, Japanese Cooking, Dance, Origami and much more.
There will be experienced bilingual Kamp counsellors, to help make every child's Summer a memorable one.
Open to children between the ages of 6 - 12.
For more information, contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
July 19 (Saturday)
Karaoke Party
Contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
July 21 (Monday) to 25
Summer Break - Kamp Kodomo Session 3
Why not enrol your children in the 2003 edition of Summer Break Kamp Kodomo. During this week,Kampers will enjoy a fun-filled week of activities with the emphasis on Japanese culture. They will get to experience first hand a variety of Martial Arts, Ikebana, Sumi-e, Japanese Cooking, Dance, Origami and much more.
There will be experienced bilingual Kamp counsellors, to help make every child's Summer a memorable one.
Open to children between the ages of 6 - 12.
For more information, contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
July 26 (Saturday)
Karaoke Party
Contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
July 27 (Sunday) from 3:00pm
Arigatou Day
The Board of Directors and staff of the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre will be hosting the annual Arigatou day. This is their way of showing their appreciation to everyone who has taken time to volunteer at the Centre. There will be dinner and social activities starting from 3pm.
Contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
July 30 (Wednesday)
DVD NIGHT
For more information contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
August 1 (Friday) from 8:30
A Vision of the New Industrial Society - The Age of Asia
The Japan Society will be hosting a Breakfast Meeting at McMillan Binch.
Guest Speaker will be Mr. Naoki Tanaka, President of Japan's 21st Century Public
Policy Research Institute, eminent economic commentator, and known as advisor to Prime Minister Koizumi.
Admission is free.
To RSVP, please contact Marianne Kamiyama at The Japan Society at 416-366-4168
August 4 (Monday)
Civic Holiday
The Japan Society will be closed, we would like to wish you a safe and happy Civic Holiday!!
August 9 (Saturday)
Karaoke Party
Contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
August 20 (Wednesday)
Japanese Night at the Skydome
Once again, it's Japanese Night at the Skydome, come out and enjoy a night of baseball as the Toronto Blue Jays take on the Seattle Mariners and superstar Ichiro. While you're cheering for Ichiro, don't forget to cheer for the Jays too!
August 23 (Saturday)
Karaoke Party
Contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
August 27 (Wednesday)
The 11th Annual Ambassador's Cup Golf Tournament
Presented by The Japan Society
This year's tournament will be played at Glen Abbey Golf Course, designed by Jack Nicklaus, and host to the world's top pros at the 2004 Bell Canadian Open. Registration fee is $ 300.00 + GST and will include lunch, dinner, golf with cart and opportunities to win many prizes including Two Return Executive Class tickets to anywhere in Asia, courtesy of Air Canada and two Hole-in-one opportunities for new vehicles courtesy of Toyota Canada Inc. and Honda Canada Inc. Also many great prizes from Sony, Casio, Hitachi, Canon to name a few.
Invitations have been mailed out. If you would like to participate or receive more information, please contact Marianne Kamiyama at The Japan Society at 416-366-4168 or email us at admin@japansocietycanada.com
September 1 (Monday)
Labour Day
The Japan Society will be closed, we would like to wish you a safe and happy Holiday!!
September 6 (Saturday)
Karaoke Party
Contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
September 13 (Saturday)
Aki No Variety Show
Contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
September 20 (Saturday)
TBC Fundraising Dinner
The Toronto Buddhist Church is hosting its 3rd Annual New Temple Fundraising Dinner, at the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre. Following a Japanese style buffet dinner, guests will be treated to a fun filled evening of colourful entertainment and unique games of chance.
For further information, please contact the Toronto Buddhist Church at 416-534-4302.
September 20 (Saturday)
Karaoke Party
Contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
September 21 (Sunday)
Heritage Day at the JCCC
The 2003 theme is celebrating the Vancouver Asahi. It is hoped some of the surviving players of the recently inducted Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame team will be on hand, as well as other special guests.
Contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
September 22
Fall Classes at the JCCC
The JCCC offers programs for everyone: beginner, expert, young, old, physical or creative, there's a class for everyone!.
Contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
September 25 (Thursday) 7pm
The Story of the 47 Ronin
On the snowy night of January 30, 1703, 47 Ronin, former vassals of the Ako Clan, stormed the residence of Lord Kira Yoshinaka determined to avenge the wrongful death of their Lord, Asano Naganori.
Two hours into the raid, Kira was beheaded and his head was taken to Sengakuji Temple to be placed on the grave of Lord Asano. The Ronin were arrested and while they awaited their fate, all of Japan was
swept up in admiration and applauded their sense of duty and honour. To learn the fate of these 47 Ronin, join the JCCC in celebrating the 300th anniversary of the chushingura story. There will be a series of
workshops and many guest speakers. Don't miss out on this excellent chance to learn more in depth details of the 47 Ronin.
For more details, contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
From August 19 to September 27
Akira Kurosawa Film Posters
Inarguably the most famous Japanese film director of all time, Akira Kurosawa was the first Japanese director to receive international recognition. This exhibit of film posters, though not complete, offers a starting point to learning about Kurosawa, his film, career, and his lasting contribution to Japanese film and film worldwide.
Location: The Japan Foundation Toronto, 131 Bloor Street West, Admission is Free.
For more details, please call 416-966-1600 ext 230.
September 27 (Saturday) from 10:00am
JCCC Community Garage Sale
Come out and find some of the best bargains in town. More interested in selling than buying? Tables are still available for this event.
For more details, contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
September 27 (Saturday) 7:00pm
JCCC Euchre Night
Spaces are limited for this fun, social event. There will be a cash bar, light refreshments and prizes for top scores including a first prize of $200 cash.
For more details, contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
September 27 (Saturday)
Karaoke Party
Contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
September 28 (Sunday)
The Word on the Street Festival
Celebrating Canada's writing community, this year feature Japanese Canadian novelist Kim Moritsugu in Toronto.
For more information, visit Word on the Street
September 28 (Sunday)
JCCC 7th Annual Family Golf Tournament
This year's Tournament will be played at Rolling Hills Golf Course.
For more details, contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
September 28 (Sunday)
REIKI workshop at the JCCC
Reiki is a Japanese method of hands on healing which originated in ancient Tibet. Benefits include deep relaxation, emotional balancing, pain relief, alignment and detoxification.
This workshop will include a brief introduction on REIKI, followed by a guided meditation and then an icebreaker that will give people a chance to meet. The rest of the time will be spent on treatments.
For more information, please call Stephanie Norwich, Reiki Master at 416-377-9059.
September through October
Wanted - Curlers for the Nisei Curling Club
The Nisei Curling Club provides competitive curling in a very social environment. Curling happens on Fridays at 9pm at the Avonlea Curling Club (Lawrence & The DVP)
Both beginners and experienced players are welcome to join.
For more information, contact Tom Maikawa at (416)299-3056.
October 4 (Saturday)
The 47 Ronin Work Shop #1
Guest speakers include Dr. Christopher Leung, Board Member, Japanese Sword Society of the United States and Mr. Doug Blain, Sword restorer, University of Guelph, will speak on the topic of the Japanese Sword. This workshop is limited to 30 people.
Other workshops to follow
For more details, contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
October 5 (Sunday)
Issei Day 2003
The Board of Directors of the JCCC would like to extend a warm invitation to all members of the community 70 years and older to this year's Issei Day Celebrations.
For more details, contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
October 7 (Tuesday)
"Japan Welcomes Canadian Investment" - Breakfast Meeting
The Japan Society invites you to attend this meeting on Tuesday, October 7, 2003 at 8:30am.
Guest speaker is Mr. Kazunori Iizuka, Executive Vice-President, Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO), Toyko.
Latest Economic data indicates that a cyclical recovery is underway in Japan. The strengthening global economy is driving Japanese exports, and the Nikkei is setting new 52-week highs.
Come join us and hear how Japan is taking new steps to attract foreign Investors.
Location: The First Canadian Place, The Gallery
The admission is free.
For more details or to RSVP, please contact Marianne Kamiyama at 416-366-4168 or email at admin@japansocietycanada.com
October 8 (Wednesday) to 25
Tokyo Doll
The exhibit features contemporary dolls from Japan that mix tradition with post-modernity, giving them an exciting dynamic.
For more information, visit Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
October 13 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Holiday
The Japan Society is closed. We would like to wish everyone a safe and happy thanksgiving.
October 15 (Wednesday) and 17th
Toronto Symphony, featuring Midori
The internationally celebrated violinist Midori performs Copland, Mendelssohn and Stravinsky with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra.
For more information, visit The Toronto Symphony
October 16(Saturday) till Nov. 8
Tiger of Malaya, by Hiro Kanagawa
Presented by The Factory Theatre, this world premiere - an exploration of race, war and the subjectivity of justice, based on the Manila War Crimes Trial of General Tomoyuki Yamashita.
For more information, call 416-504-9971 or visit the website at The Factory Theatre
October 18 (Saturday) from 1:00pm
Toronto Japanese United Church, Centennial-Japanese United Church Bazaar
Come and join them for a day of good eats, including udon, chowmein, etc, selling of Japanese Goods, baked goods, crafts and other items.
Location: 701 Doverport Road
October 18 (Saturday) to 19th
Miniature Enthusiasts of Toronto Show
The show is run entirely by volunteers for the love of the hobby and is considered a very important show to miniaturists across Canada. This show will feature more than 70 miniature dealers and artisans from across Canada who make and sell everything you could dream of for your miniature house or setting.
Admission is $8.00 at the door, children under 12 are free. NO STROLLERS ALLOWED
For further information, please contact, Heather Murray at 416-698-0817.
October 22 (Wednesday) to November 1
International Author's Festival
Participants to this year's International Author's Festival include Japanese best-selling author Kaori Ekuni as well as Japanese Canadian novelists Kerri Sakamoto and Rui Umezawa.
For more information, visit International Author's Festival
October 22 (Wednesday)
ACCESS JAPAN - Business Seminar
Japan is the world’s second largest economy and showing signs of recovery from a
decade-long recession, making it an attractive export market for Ontario companies.
Discover how you can achieve success in this lucrative market.
Guest Speakers are: Mr. Robert A. Ulmer, V.P. V.P. Global Japanese Relations, Bank of Nova Scotia, Ms. Beth Enslow, Sr. V.P. - Product Strategy, Descartes Systems Group and Mr. Robert Tong,President, Dspfactory.
Location: Holiday Inn, 30 Fairway Road South, Kitchener, Ontario
Time: 8:00am to 12:00pm
Admission: $25.00 per person (Tax Included)
Program Sponsored by: Industry Canada, The Greater Kitchener Waterloo Chambers of Commerce, JETRO and Ontario Exports Inc.
Register on line at www.greaterkwchamber.com or call Lesley Reynolds at (519) 576-5000 ext 27
For more information, please call (519) 571-6074
October 23 (Thursday)
GATEWAY JAPAN - Business Seminar
Japan is the world’s second largest economy and showing signs of recovery from a
decade-long recession, making it an attractive export market for Ontario companies. Discover how you can achieve success in this lucrative market.
Guest Speakers are: Mr. Robert A. Ulmer, V.P. Global Japanese Relations, Bank of Nova Scotia, Mr. John Vogan, President, Envirometal Technologies Inc. and Dr. C.H. Choong, The Semex Alliance.
Location: London Chamber of Commerce, 244 Pall Mall Street, London, Ontario
Time: 8:00am to 12:00pm
Cost per person:$25.00 (tax included) Chamber Members, $30.00 (tax included) Non-Chamber Members
Program Sponsored by: Industry Canada, The Export Club or the London Chambers of Commerce, JETRO and Ontario Exports Inc.
For more information, please call (519) 873-4480 or toll free at 1-800-265-4743.
Register now - space is limited
October 26 (Friday)
Japanese Garden Club's 51st Annual Flower and Bonsai Show
There will be demonstrations of Ikebana and Bonsai, as well as displays of ikebana arrangements, bonsai, miniature gardens and much more.
Admission is $5.00
Contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
October 29 (Wednesday) from 7:00pm
Village of Dreams - DVD Nights
Visual artist Yoichi Higashi directed and co-wrote this utterly entrancing film memoir of his childhood as an identical twin in a tiny village was a place full of wonder and magic. The film creates its own reality in every little detail, one which embraces humour, sadness and mysticism. It also evokes a sweet nostalgia for times gone by.
Location is the JCCC, admission is free.
Contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
October 29 (Wednesday)
Shin Matsunaga - Artist's Talk with DVD Presentation
In Japanese with an English interpreter. Moderated by Professor Mary Ann Maruska, Sheridan College, Design Department.
Limited Seating, RSVP required: (416) 966-1600, ext. 229 or email taoyagi@jftor.org
October 30 (Thursday) to Feb. 7, 2004
The Graphic Appetite: Shin Matsunaga Poster Exhibition
Presented by The Japan Foundation Toronto
The themes of his posters are universal; the issues are global; and his style is international. The diversity of Matsunaga's creative pursuits forms a continuum between two opposites: raw personal hand-drawn images and cool, universal, geometric computer-generated forms. In spite of the diversity of style, form and content that one experiences in the show, the viewer is paradoxically left with an impression of wholeness.
Location: The Japan Foundation Toronto, 131 Bloor Street West
Admission is Free.
October 30 (Thursday)
Shonen Knife
The Japanese girl rock group Shonen Knife plays at the Horseshoe Tavern.
For more information, visit Shonen Knife
ONGOING to Feb. 7, 2004
The Graphic Appetite: Shin Matsunaga Poster Exhibition
Presented by The Japan Foundation Toronto
The themes of his posters are universal; the issues are global; and his style is international. The diversity of Matsunaga's creative pursuits forms a continuum between two opposites: raw personal hand-drawn images and cool, universal, geometric computer-generated forms. In spite of the diversity of style, form and content that one experiences in the show, the viewer is paradoxically left with an impression of wholeness.
Location: The Japan Foundation Toronto, 131 Bloor Street West
Admission is Free.
November 1 (Saturday) to 2nd
Road to Asia
The Road to Asia Festival is a two-day festival hosted by the Asian community celebrating the past and future, and the richness and exciting diversity of Asian Culture in Canada, all under one roof.
The festival creates a thriving multicultural atmosphere in which individual cultures highlight traditional Food, Arts and Crafts, Music, Dance and Martial Arts.
Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for seniors and students and children are free with adults.
Location: The Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre at 6 Garamond Court, contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca for more information.
November 1 (Saturday) from 1:00 pm
St. Andrew's Japanese Anglican Church Bazaar
There will be bake sales, tea room, door prizes and much more.
Location: 49 Donlands Ave, Toronto
November 6 (Thursday)
The 47 Ronin Work Shop #2
The theme is Japanese Woodblock Prints, Ukiyo-e (pictures of the floating world), a stlye of woodblock printing, became a poplular art form during the Edo period, especially during the Genroku era of Japanese history, when the political and military power was in the hands of the shoguns, and the country was virtually isolated from the rests of the world.
The workshop will be led by Mr. Kaoru Kamimura who has specialized in Japanese prints for 27 years and has evaluated prints and antiques for museums and collectors for the past 20 years and Mr. David Bond, who has lived in Japan for 8 years and is an avid collector of Japanese prints. The workshop will examine how the exploits of the Ronin were interpreted by famous woodblock print artists of the day.
For more details, contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
November 7 (Saturday)
Karaoke Party
Contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
November 7 (Saturday) and 14th
Retrospect and Explorations
The celebrated taiko (Japanese drum) troupe Kiyoshi Nagata Ensemble will present two entirely different programs: Retrospect (Nov. 7) and Explorations (Nov. 14)
For more details, visit Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
November 9 (Sunday)
Japanese Autumn Festival in Toronto
The Shinkikai (Association of Japanese Canadian Business and Professionals) is now accepting applications for exhibitors at our annual "Japanese Autumn Festival in Toronto".
The event will be at the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre. Please join them for a day of traditional Japanese Games, Fantastic Bargins on a variety of products and some of the best Japanese food around.
Admission is $2 for adults.
Please visit our website for details at:Shinkikai or contact: Ms. Atsumi Hatayama: Tel/Fax 416-480-0705.
November 13 (Thursday)
A Night of Rakugo
Rakugo is a traditional Japanese style of comic monologue. The performer customarily dons a kimono, sits on a square cushion, and uses only a fan and square hand towel as props. Five top rakugo performers from Japan will be performing their dialogues at the JCCC Come and enjoy this rare opportunity to experience performances of this highly entertaining and unique style of humour.
Admission is $5 per person, contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.cato RSVP
November 14 (Friday) from 8:00 pm
EXPLORATIONS - Kiyoshi Nagata Ensemble
An evening of new works and collaborations for taiko and beyond
With special Guests: Patrick Graham (Percussion) and Aki Takahashi (Shaminsen and Vocals)
Location: The Brigantine Room, Harbourfront Centre
TICKETS NOW ON SALE (Harbourfront Centre Box Office), $20 adults, $15 seniors/students.
Box office (416) 973-4000.
November 15 (Saturday) & 16
Sumie Exhibition
Contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
November 19(Wednesday) from 7:00pm
Scotland meets Japan in a Different kind of Scotch Tasting
Japan is now creating some of the best scotch whiskeys in the world. The JCCC and the Canada-Japan Society Toronto will allow you to make up your own mind as we hold a scotch tasting to sample fine whiskeys from both of these top whiskey loving and whiskey producing nations.
Decide on which taste you prefer!
Admission $30 per person.
For more information contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
November 20 (Thursday)
The 47 Ronin Work Shop #3
The theme is "Chushingura in the Modern Context". Promises to be an interesting and informative workshop, a panel composed of: Dr. Norio Ota, Professors Jay Goulding and Kiyoko Toratani of York University will look at Japanese psyche, values and ways of thinking common between the time of the Chushingura and today as well as its connection to Japanese corporate business practice.
For more details, contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
November 22 (Saturday) from 1:00 Pm
Annex Senior Citizens Annual Bazaar
There will be sushi, bento, baked goods, crafts, plants and much more.
Location: Toronto Chinese Mennonite Church, 2 blocks north of Danforth Ave.
November 22 (Saturday) from 2:00pm
Furusato no Yube -- Toronto Fukuoka Kenjinkai
This is a social gathering of the Toronto Fukuoka Kenjinkai, and it will be held at the JCCC.
After brief reports, there will be food, bingo and good old entertainment by Fukuoka Kenjinkai entertainers. Bring your friends and family out to this fun filled event.
For more information, call Asaye Amemori ar 416-781-4997.
November 22 (Saturday)
Karaoke Party
Contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
November 24 (Monday) to 26
Beginner Shamisen Workshop
Have you ever wanted to try your hand at playing the Japanese Shamisen? The JCCC will be offering a 3 session workshop series taught by a Japanese Master of the instrument.
Singer, performer and master/teacher Yoko Hiraoka, a resident of Colorado has taught world music ensemble at the University of Colorado and currently teaches at the Naropa Institute in Boulder.
No prior experience is necessary and you don't need to be able to read Japanese to participate.
For further information, please contact Linda at 416-485-0061
November 26 (Wednesday) from 11:30 am
Reception and Luncheon
The Japan Society will be hosting a reception and Luncheon with Special Guest and Keynote Speaker, Mr. Hiroyuki Yoshino, Director and Advisor, Honda Motor Co. Ltd.
Mr. Yoshino is the former President and CEO of Honda Motor Co. Ltd. He has received a Bachelor of Engineering in Aeronautics and Astronautics and began his career with Honda Motor Co. Ltd., in 1963 and for the next 24 years worked primarily in Research and Development areas. He then managed two of Honda's Largest manufacturing facilities, including four years as President of Honda of America Mfg. in Ohio.
In 1994 he was appointed President, Honda R&D Co. Ltd., and then from June 1998 until June 2003, President and CEO of Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
Under his five-year presidency, he has enhanced Honda's image and global reputation through many initiative, including the introduction of new products and the demonstration of a strong commitment to safety and environmental leadership.
Come out and join us to honour Mr. Yoshino.
Location: InterContinental Toronto Centre, Formally known as the Crowne Plaza Hotel
Tickets are $50. (tax included) per person.
For more information or to RSVP, please contact Marianne Kamiyama at 416-366-4168.
November 28 (Friday)
Wadaiko Yamato
Hailing from Nara, the ancient capital of Japan, the Japanese drum troupe Wadaiko Yamato performs at Roy Thomson Hall.
For tickets visit Roy Thomson Hall
November 29 (Saturday) from 7:30 pm
For The Love of KOTO
Celebrating two decades of koto performance, koto master Linda Kako Caplan will perform in concert with koto and shamisen master Yoko Hiraoka and Gerry McGoldrick, shamisen performer and teacher of York University's new min'yo course.
You will be in for a wonderful evening as these three outstanding musicians perform contemporary and classical compositions rarely heard in Canada.
Location: Timothy Eaton Memorial Church, 230 St. Clair Ave, West.
Tickets will be on sale, starting November 3
For more information or to purchase tickets, contact Ms. Caplan at 416-571-7735
November 30 (Sunday) from 3:00pm
Japanese Folklore for the Entire Family
Toronto's acclaimed Japanese Folklore Theatre Productions will be performing Mukashi Banashi III - two Japanese folk tales in celebration of Japanese and Japanese-Canadian heritage, culture and values.
The two stories will be Reflections and Sonjo and the Thundergod.
Location: JCCC, admission is $5 per person, $15 for family.
ONGOING to Feb. 7, 2004
The Graphic Appetite: Shin Matsunaga Poster Exhibition
Presented by The Japan Foundation Toronto
The themes of his posters are universal; the issues are global; and his style is international. The diversity of Matsunaga's creative pursuits forms a continuum between two opposites: raw personal hand-drawn images and cool, universal, geometric computer-generated forms. In spite of the diversity of style, form and content that one experiences in the show, the viewer is paradoxically left with an impression of wholeness.
Location: The Japan Foundation Toronto, 131 Bloor Street West
Admission is Free.
December 6 (Saturday)
Karaoke Party
Contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
December 6 (Saturday)
Kyuyoukai (Okinawa Kenjin Kai) Annual Christmas Party
Come and join us at this year's Annual Family Christmas party, which will be held on Saturday December 6, 2003 at the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre, starting from 5:00pm.
After some brief reports, the fun will begin!! There will be many children's games, guessing games, BINGO, fukubiki with great prizes and not to forget the great food!!. Once again, this year dinner will be POTLUCK STYLE, so don't forget to bring your favourite food to share with family and friends.
Everyone is welcome to attend, all we ask is that you bring your favourite dish to share in the POTLUCK and a unisex gift ($5-$10). We look forward to seeing you there!!
for more information, please call Tosh Nakada at 905-427-3480. December 10 (Wednesday) & 11th
47 Ronin Film
For more information contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
December 13 (Saturday)
Kohaku Utamatsuri
This year's show features the popular Enka and Kayokyoku intertwined with the funny skits. Over 30 songs represent every region of the Japanese archipelago from Hokkaido to Okinawa.
Admission is $15.00 each and will go on sale on October 14.
For more information, please contact Keiko Omori at 416-531-2749 or Etsuko Doyama at 416-297-7002.
December 20 (Saturday)
Karaoke Party
Contact the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) at jccc@jccc.on.ca
December 25 (Thursday)
Christmas Day
The Japan Society is Closed
On Behalf of the Japan Society, we will you all a happy and safe holiday
December 26 (Friday)
Boxing Day
The Japan Society is Closed
On Behalf of the Japan Society, we will you all a happy and safe holiday
December 31 (Wednesday)
2003 New Year's Eve Dinner and Dance
2003 is fast coming to an end and once again the JCCC New Year's Eve Dinner and Dance committee is busy planning a festive fun-filled evening to celebrate the old and ring in the new.
There will be a delicious meal of roast beef and seafood, music to dance to and many prizes to be won. There will also be sushi and sandwiches served at midnight. Join in the celebrations, reserve you tickets now!Call the JCCC at 416-441-2345.
Admission is $85.00 per person