In order to bring Awa Odori dance to the parade of Phoenix Matsuri event on Feb 26 and 27, 2011, the following workshops will take place. Instructor: Machiko Fujii of Los Angeles Awa Odori Tokushima Ren. Machiko is a native of Tokushima where is home of Awa Odori. Saturday, Nov 13, 6 – 9...
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Japanese Cultural Association of Orange County presents the 35th Anniversary Celebration Cultural Festival. When: November 14 (Sunday), 11:00am – 5:00pm Where: California State University Fullerton Titan Student Union, Portola Pavilions A-C Admission fee: Pre-admission – $5.00 (Students, CSUF faculty & staff — admission only) $25 donation (admission & lunch box) At the entrance —...
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Cultural News, 2010 October Issue Dubbed as “Kabuki Renaissance,” the Association for the Traditional Performing Arts of Japan (Nippon Dento Geino Shinkokai) in Tokyo will bring its Kabuki production “The Ghost of Oyuki” to the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center, 1935 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Redondo Beach, CA 90278 on Saturday, November 13, at 1:00...
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The Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden at California State University, Long Beach Concert under the Stars: Kokoro Taiko Kai & Yoko Awaya Conservatory present the Art of Japanese Drumming and the Soul of Japanese Harp and Flute Friday, September 24, 6:30 – 9 p.m. The Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden at California State University,...
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Cultural News, 2010 October Issue Veteran koto artist and instructor Yoko Awaya will mark the 35th anniversary of launching the Yoko Awaya Koto Music Conservatory (aka Awaya-Kai) by presenting a koto charity concert on Saturday, October 23, at 2:00 p.m. at the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center, 1935 Manhattan Beach Blvd., Redondo Beach, CA...
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Cultural News, 2010 October Issue The Japanese Studies Center in California State University Los Angeles celebrates its 35th anniversary by presenting a Kabuki dance performance, lecture, and hands-on workshop given by two masters. “Kabuki: Performing Art and Culture in Japan” will be held at Music Hall in the Cal State LA campus at 5151...
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NIIHAMA, Japan – Timed to occur during the Taiko Matsuri of Niihama, Japan’s number one, soul-stirring Fall Festival, the 16th Annual All-Japan Otedama (beanbag play) Festival will be presented by the Otedama Club in Japan, on Saturday, October 16, in the Dome Niihama facilities of Niihama City, Ehime Prefecture. Organizers anticipate over 700 participants...
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Cultural News 2010 September An exhibition to share the lifework of an architect and artist who successfully bridges the space between Japan and America The Little Tokyo Historical Society will present an exhibition of Hayahiko Takase, architect of many of the iconic buildings in Little Tokyo from Sept 30 – Oct 10 at the...
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Phoenix, Arizona – On Friday, October 1, Phoenix’s only Japanese garden reopened its gate to the public. Guests are greeted by dozens of lively koi fish and the garden’s resident duck pair, George and Gracie. Vibrant hibiscus flowers grow alongside the pond and further in stands Musoan, the Japanese Friendship Garden’s tea house. The...
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Exhibition World of Takase: The Architecture and Art of Hayahiko Takase September 30 – October 10 George J. Doizaki Galley, The Japanese American Cultural and Community Center, 244 South San Pedro Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012 Free Admission The Japanese American Cultural and Community Center hosts an exhibition of the work of Hayahiko Takase,...
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Cultural News, 2010 July Issue The International Association of Japanese Gardens organizes the 6th International Symposium of Japanese Gardens at San Diego Japanese Friendship Garden in Balboa Park, San Diego, from October 2-6. The International Symposium of Japanese Gardens is held every two years and inspired by the growing interest of Japanese gardens all over...
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Cultural News, 2010 September Issue The 35th Anniversary Awaya-Kai Koto Charity Concert will take place on Saturday, October 23, at 2:00 p.m. at the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center. This year’s production will include performances by Mme. Yoko Awaya and members of the Yoko Awaya Koto Music Conservatory as well as several distinguished guest...
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