Mokuyokai's Donwakai (Pub Night)

Do you have a strong interest in Japan? Want to meet others who have a connection to Japan, either professionally or personally?

The Vancouver Mokuyokai society invites you to the Donwakai, our monthly pub night that brings together those who have a shared interest in Japan-Canada relations. At the Donwakai, you will meet approximately 40-50 people who have a strong connection to Japan: business people, teachers, lawyers, diplomats, students and others from Canada, Japan and elsewhere.

Most of our participants have lived or travelled in Japan at some point in their lives. So if you want to network, share experiences about Japan, learn more about Mokuyokai or just meet like minded people, then don’t miss this event! The atmosphere is casual and rsvps are not required.

Mokuyokai provides some appetizers but participants are expected to purchase food or drink(s) from the menu. On Thursdays, Ceilis has $5 Keiths Beer and $5 Fish n’ Chips special.

Looking forward to seeing you at the Donwakai!

• When: Thursday, August 19th/September 23rd (5:30-7:30pm)
• Where: Ceilis Irish Pub (3rd Floor, Banshee Room)
  • 670 Smithe St. (corner of Granville and Smithe)
• Cost: Non-Members $5 / Members: Free
  • (Mokuyokai yearly membership $20 for JETs for the first year)
• RSVP: Not required
• Menu: www.ceilis.com/2009/vancouver/
• More info: www.mokuyokai.bc.ca/e_moku/e_donwa.html or donwa@mokuyokai.bc.ca

Spring Garden Fair

• Saturday, April 24, 2010, 9-2:30pm
• Vancouver Japanese Language School
• 487 Alexander St., Vancouver

Come for a waffle brunch! Hanging baskets, fruits, vegetables, Japanese antiques, recycled goods and more.

Celebrate Spring at Nikkei Place!

• Saturday, April 24, 2010, 12-3pm
• National Nikkei Museum & Heritage Centre
• 6688 Southoaks Crescent, Burnaby

Located at Nikkei Place in Burnaby with a beautiful Japanese Canadian garden, this is a free spring event featuring Japanese taiko and dance performances, make your own haiku and crafts (origami, sumie ink painting, paper cherry blossoms, kites), and much more.

Food vendors with Japanese tea, cakes, manju, and handmade crafts (Japanese fashion accessories, bonsai, soap, baby clothing, etc) will be on site. Enjoy the quiet beauty of a formal tea ceremony by the Urasenke Tankoukai Vancouver Association in a Japanese room setting at 1pm and 2pm, tickets are $10.

• Order your special Sakura Bento lunch in advance @: 604.777.7000
  • Adults $15 and Children $6

• More info: http://www.jcnm.ca/special-events/celebrate-spring-at-nikkei-place

Spring Bazaar and Plant Sale

• Saturday May 15, 11am-3pm
• National Nikkei Museum & Heritage Centre

Good quality Japanese style items and a broad selection of indoor and outdoor plants, bedding plants just in time for spring planting will be for sale. Also, a varied selection of our always popular and delicious Japanese food will be available. There will be tables available for others who may wish to participate in this event.

Proceeds will go toward maintaining the new Community Kitchen as we as assisting NNM&HC projects and programs. Donations of articles in good condition will be gratefully accepted by the Auxiliary in May.

• For more information regarding the Spring Bazaar, to reserve a table, and to donate items please contact one of the following Auxiliary Committee members:
  • Frank Kamiya (plants) 604.929.4476
  • Rasemari Takeuchi (Japanese items) 604.732.6714
  • Roberta Nasu (tables) 604.432.6160
  • Yoshi Hashimoto 604.850.7105

Japanese Tea Ceremony

• May 15, 1pm & 2pm
• National Nikkei Museum & Heritage Centre
• Tickets $10.

Enjoy a relaxing and uplifting bowl of matcha (powdered green tea) and okashi (sweet) served by Urasenke Tankoukai Vancouver Association in a traditional Japanese room with tatami (rice straw mats) and a tokonoma (an alcove decorated with a calligraphic or pictorial scroll and flower arrangement). Held in conjunction with the Spring Bazaar.

• Call 604.777.7000 to reserve tickets.

Spring Pub Nite

Join the JET Alumni Association for a casual evening at Smiley's in downtown Vancouver. Come down from 6:30pm onward and catch up with fellow Vancouver JET alumni. Some light appetizers will be provided. Cash bar.

• Date: Thursday, April 22nd
• Place: Smiley's Public House, 911 Pender W Street (Between Burrard and Hornby)
• Time: 6:30pm to 9:30pm
  • Please RSVP to social@jetaabc.ca by Wednesday, April 21st

Save the Date: Spring Pub Nite - Thursday, April 22, 2010

• Time & Place: TBA
• Email Nathan to RSVP: social[at]jetaab.ca

• Transit-friendly location! The Transcontinental in Gastown
• 601 West Cordova Street, Vancouver, BC

5th Annual Women in Film Festival (WIFF) - Screening #4: Real Women; Real Life

• Sunday, April 18, 2:30pm - 4:00pm @ The Vancity Theatre (1181 Seymour St...at Davie)

Fascinating subjects offer up a slice of real life as seen through the lens.

One film of a number:

• When I Grow Up (9 mins); BC, Canada - Director: Toshimi Ono

• Please visit http://www.vancouver-ikebana.ca to learn more.

• Oakridge Centre Auditorium (41st & Cambie St.) -- Tickets $6 @ the door

• April 10 & 11 – 7:30pm @ UBC Frederic Wood Theatre

Vancouver Ikebana Spring Show 2010 - Japanese Art of Floral Arranging

• April 17 - 18th, from 12-5pm (demonstrations by Ikebana Teachers @ 1pm & 3pm on both days)
• Oakridge Centre Auditorium (41st & Cambie St.) -- (Tickets $6 @ the door)

The VIA Spring Show is a exhibition of over 60 Ikebana style flower arrangements which are created by, artists who on average have been practicing this art for over 20 years, and by Masters who have been teaching it for over 30 years. It is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about flower arrangement and the Japanese culture.

About Ikebana

Ikebana is the ancient Japanese art of flower arrangement. However it is much more than just floral decoration, it is an art like painting, sculpture, and bonsai. It has a recorded history going back more than 600 years and has specific principles and theories. It is a creative means of expression. Ikebana can be traced back to the introduction of Buddhism to Japan in the 6th century when offerings of flowers were placed in the temples in honour of Buddha. Over the centuries Ikebana evolved from the temple to modern Japanese home. Many different styles and schools of ikebana have developed over the years. Today there are over 2,000 different schools of Ikebana, including both classical and modern avant garde styles.

About Vancouver Ikebana Association

The Vancouver Ikebana Association was formed in 1965 by a group of Ikebana instructors from different Ikebana schools in the Metro Vancouver area. The purpose of the Association is to introduce Ikebana to the public at large through coordinated activities while at the same time, members can enjoy the friendship and stimulation by getting to know students and instructors of schools other than their own. Vancouver Ikebana Association strives to promote the awareness and appreciation of Ikebana in British Columbia, encourage its study in the individual schools and to help spread the knowledge of Japanese culture through the art of Ikebana.

Please visit http://www.vancouver-ikebana.ca to learn more.

2nd Annual Asian Canadian Artist SHOWCASE & ART AUCTION

• Friday, April 9, 2010, 6-9pm (Tickets $40)
• Online preview & exhibition from March 20th

A fabulous evening fundraiser to benefit the National Nikkei Museum & Heritage Centre, featuring scrumptious food by Chef Yamamoto from Hi Genki, Pings Wings Wandering Wok, Miku, The Eatery and CAKE-YA; live performances by Yayoi (dance), Leslie Uyeda & Heather Pawsey (piano and vocals), and Nishihara & Kage (piano and taiko drums); and an eclectic mix of artworks including painting, photography, sculpture, mixed media, ceramics, jewelry and much more – all generously donated by Asian Canadian artists.

Please RSVP in advance!

http://www.jcnm.ca/asian-canadian-artist-showcase-2010 National Nikkei Museum & Heritage Centre 6688 Southoaks Cres. Burnaby, BC (Kingsway & Sperling) Phone 604.777.7000

26th Annual Mokuyokai Ohanami

26th Annual Mokuyokai Ohanami

• Saturday, April 10th (12 ~ 8PM)

UBC Nitobe Garden and Asian Centre, corner of Memorial Road and Lower Mall

Spring is in the air! At the ohanami there is more than just the viewing of beautiful cherry blossoms. Take a guided tour of the Nitobe Japanese Garden by lantern-light; try on a yukata; make some origami creations; savor Japanese bento boxes and much more!

This is Mokuyokai’s biggest event of the year – be sure to come, rain or shine! This is part of UBC’s Asia Voila! 2010’s festivities and other activities include: Indian songs; Bhangra, Gamelan and Chinese traditional music; Asian foods; Asian-themed films; calligraphy; exploring collections in the Asian Library; Korean percussion performers and much more! All this is happening at UBC’s northwest quadrant.

• See http://asiavoila.arts.ubc.ca/ and http://www.mokuyokai.bc.ca for more info!

• April 10 &11 – 7:30pm @ UBC Frederic Wood Theatre

Odori: The World of Kabuki Dance - Traditional dance and theatre from Japan!

• April 10 &11 – 7:30pm

UBC Frederic Wood Theatre

Tickets are $25/$20 seniors/$15 students, available at the UBC Box Office: 604-822-2678 or theatre@interchange.ubc.ca

TomoeArts, in association with Theatre at UBC and Pangaea Arts, presents Odori: The World of Kabuki Dance – A rare chance to see dances from the kabuki theatre performed in full costume, wig and make-up. Three master dancers from Japan: Fujima Shôgo, Izumi Tokuho and Fujima Monyo will join TomoeArts’ artistic director Colleen Lanki (Fujima Sayû) to bring Vancouver audiences two evenings of the art of odori - kabuki dance.

• April 9, 7:30pm - free lecture demo featuring the artists and Dr. Julie Iezzi from the University of Hawaii

Other events attached to Odori: The World of Kabuki Dance include performance workshops, lecture-demonstrations on dance and costumes, and a display of ukiyo-e (woodblock prints).

• For details please see http://www.tomoearts.org or call TomoeArts 604.607.5978.
  • Or join TomoeArts on facebook, twitter or http://tomoearts.blogspot.com !

 JETAABC Board Meeting - Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 6:30. 

 JETAABC Board Meeting - Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 6:30. Meeting will be held at the Metrotown Community Room. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Next JETAABC Board Meeting - Wednesday, March 3, 2010 at 6:30. Meeting will be held at the Metrotown Community Room. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Mokuyokai & Kiyukai 5000 Paper Cranes Project (visit site for folding dates)

• From the novel after the quake by Haruki Murakami, adapted for the stage by Frank Galati
• Location: Studio 16 (1545 W. 7th Ave, Vancouver)

''' [[http://www.5000cranes.com/|Mokuyokai & Kiyukai 5000 Paper Cranes Project (visit site for folding dates)

• Topic: "Supplementary Education in Japan and Implications for Canada"
• Speaker: Julian Dierkes, Associate Director of UBC Centre for Japanese Reseach
• When: Monday, November 23 from 12:00 to 1:00pm

• JET Alumni warmly welcomed! $5 for non-members

• Topic: "Forum for International Trade Training - Achieving Business Success in International Markets"

• Topic: "Forum for International Trade Training - Achieving Business Success in International Markets"||Monday October 5, 2009||

• Come check out 70+ tables of creations by local Japanese crafters, artists and bakers (come early if you want a taste of Naomi-sensei's baked goods)!

Films from Japan at 2009 Vancouver International Film Festival

• Date: October 1-16, 2009
• See VIFF Website for details.

• Topic: "Forum for International Trade Training - Achieving Business Success in International Markets"

Nikkei Place 9th Annual Craft & Bake Fair

Mokuyokai Brown Bag Lunch Series

• Topic: "Forum for International Trade Training - Achieving Business Success in International Markets - "
• Speaker: Doug Taylor, Managing Director of Pacific Business Intelligence Ltd.
• When: Monday, October 5 from 12:00 to 1:00pm
• Where: 28th Floor, 666 Burrard Street, Vancouver (Davis LLP Boardroom)
• Cost: Mokuyokai & Canada Japan Society members free; Non-Members $5
• RSVP: Emily Wu: secretary[at]mokuyokai.bc.ca

Nikkei Place 9th Annual Craft & Bake Fair Come check out 70+ tables of creations by local Japanese crafters, artists and bakers (come early if you want a taste of Naomi-sensei's baked goods)!

• When: Saturday November 21, 2009 10am-3pm
• Where: Nikkei Place

• A free double-feature of popular recent films from Japan sponsored by The Japan Foundation

• Pacific Cinematheque, 1131 Howe Street, Vancouver
• Japan Consulate Event Details Page

• Powell Street Festival Website

• Powell Street Festival Website

• Only 20 chairs available. Standing audience is welcome. Please RSVP csaa[at]telus.net

• [[

http://www.vancouve r.ca.emb-japan.go.jp/en/special_en/2009/09filmshow_vancouver.htm|Japan Consulate Event Details Page]]

• Sponsored by The Japan Foundation

A free double-feature of popular recent films from Japan

• Tuesday, September 29, 2009
• Pacific Cinematheque
• 1131 Howe Street , Vancouver

http://www.vancouve r.ca.emb-japan.go.jp/en/special_en/2009/09filmshow_vancouver.htm

• 3:00pm
• Admission $10. (All money goes to CSAA Programs.)
• Only 20 chairs available. Standing audience is welcome. Please RSVP csaa@telus.net
• Location: 3670 Cameron Ave. Vancouver, B.C. V6R 1A2
• Because of the limited space, we regrettably cannot invite young children to this event.

Powell Street Festival Society presents the eighth annual Spatial Poetics, an interdisciplinary event that celebrates collaboration, experimentation and innovation. Performances at:

• 7:00pm along streets of Japantown
• 8:30pm at Vancouver Japanese Language School

www.powellstreetfestival.ca

Nikkei Place 9th Annual Craft & Bake Fair Come check out 70+ tables of creations by local Japanese crafters, artists and bakers (come early if you want a taste of Naomi-sensei's baked goods)!

• When: Saturday November 21, 2009 10am-3pm
• Where: Nikkei Place

Japanese Farmers’ Market Yasaimono (vegetables) grown by local Fraser Valley farmers (kabocha, kabu, daikon, napa, gobo, etc. ) and other vegetables, will be available along with a variety of delicious Japanese foods, baked goods, umeboshi, tsukemono, and manju. Everyone welcome. Proceeds will go toward maintaining the new Community Kitchen as well as supporting a variety of needs and programs at the Nikkei Centre.

• When: Saturday, October 3, 11:00am to 2:30pm
• Where: Nikkei Place

The Powell Street Festival Society and Pacific Cinémathèque present the second edition of Kibatsu Cinema, a five-day celebration of the odd and the eccentric in Japanese pop culture and contemporary Japanese film. Films include: Megane(July 2), Komaneko: The Curious Cat (July 5), Funky Forest: The First Contact (July 9), Traveling with Yoshitomo Nara (July 16), Kamome Dinner (July 16), Adrift in Tokyo (July 23), and Yayoi Kusama: I Love ME (July 23).

• Films include: Megane(July 2), Komaneko: The Curious Cat (July 5), Funky Forest: The First Contact (July 9), Traveling with Yoshitomo Nara (July 16), Kamome Dinner (July 16), Adrift in Tokyo

KIBATSU CINEMA

• The Powell Street Festival Society and Pacific Cinémathèque present the second edition of Kibatsu Cinema, a five-day celebration of the odd and the eccentric in Japanese pop culture and contemporary Japanese film.
• Films include: Megane(July 2), Komaneko: The Curious Cat (July 5), Funky Forest: The First Contact (July 9), Traveling with Yoshitomo Nara (July 16), Kamome Diner (July 16), Adrift in Tokyo

(July 23), and Yayoi Kusama: I Love ME (July 23).

 and the complete Kibatsu Cinema schedule and

film descriptions visit www.cinematheque.bc.ca or

• More information: call 604.688.FILM

• Topic: "Confessions of a Japan Junkie"
• Speaker: John F. Howes, Professor Emeritus, UBC Department of Asian Studies
• When: Thursday, August 6th from 12:00 to 1:00pm

AN EVENING OF SAKE & SAVOURIES - Fundraiser for Powell Street Festival
Date & time: Sunday, July 5, 2009, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Place: Hapa Izakaya's Kitsilano location
1516 Yew Street, Vancouver
Cost: $60 per ticket until July 3rd (advanced tickets only!)
If you need more info, contact Kristen at 604.683.8240 or gm@powellstreetfestival.com.

AN EVENING OF SAKE & SAVOURIES - Fundraiser for Powell Street Festival
Date & time: Sunday, July 5, 2009, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Place: Hapa Izakaya's Kitsilano location
1516 Yew Street, Vancouver
Cost: $60 per ticket until July 3rd (advanced tickets only!)
If you need more info, contact Kristen at 604.683.8240 or gm@powellstreetfestival.com.

Chibi Taiko Japan 09

2009 Chibi Taiko Japan

• When: Sunday, Jun 21 from 2pm
• Where: National Nikkei Heritage Centre, 6688 Southoaks Crescent, Burnaby

Date & time: Saturday June 13, 10:30am to 4pm
Place: Nikkei Heritage Place (Japanese Community Centre)
6688 Southoaks Cres., Burnaby. East of Metrotown at Kingsway & Sperling
Free parking. Open to the public, free admission.
Vintage kimono, haori coat, yukata, geta sandals, kimono fabric purses, original clothes, jewelry, cell phone cases, tabi socks, scarves, hair accessories, gifts, washi paper lamps, wall tapestries, table linen etc.
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Documentary Film: 地球のステージ　ありがとうの物語　Frontline for Peace ¨C a Story of Gratitude

Unique and beautiful Kimono £ Japanese items SALE
Date & time: Saturday June 13, 10:30am to 4pm Place: Nikkei Heritage Place (Japanese Community Centre) 6688 Southoaks Cres., Burnaby. East of Metrotown at Kingsway & Sperling Free parking. Open to the public, free admission. Vintage kimono, haori coat, yukata, geta sandals, kimono fabric purses, original clothes, jewelry, cell phone cases, tabi socks, scarves, hair accessories, gifts, washi paper lamps, wall tapestries, table linen etc.

If you need more info, email yukoyos[at]hotmail.com or call 604-736-0966 (Do not call Nikkei place. This is not organized by NNHC)

• Topic: Anime, Manga and Japanese Culture
• Speaker: Michelle Clough
• When: Monday, June 29 from 12:00 to 1:00pm

Documentary Film: 地球のステージ　ありがとうの物語　Frontline for Peace – a Story of Gratitude

Documentary Film: Frontline for Peace – a Story of Gratitude 地球のステージ：ありがとうの物語

• Tickets & Inquiries: email ffpv2009[at]yahoo.ca or call 604.723.1649

• Tickets & Inquiries: ffpv2009[at]yahoo.ca or 604.723.1649

Documentary Film: Frontline for Peace – a Story of Gratitude

• When: May 24th, 1:00pm-3:00pm
• Where: Nikkei Heritage Centre, 6688 Southoaks Crescent, Burnaby
• Tickets & Tickets Inquiries: ffpv2009[at]yahoo.ca or 604.723.1649

Mokuyokai Pub Night - Donwakai Social

• Every third Thursday of the month

National Nikkei Museum & Heritage Centre OPEN HOUSE

• FREE ADMISSION! Please visit Nikkei Place Website for full schedule of events.

National Nikkei Museum & Heritage Centre Open House

• Friday, May 1, 3:00pm-9:00pm
• Saturday, May 2, 9:30am-5:00pm
• Saturday, May 2, SILENT ART AUCTION FUNDRAISER, 7:00pm -9:30pm
• Place: 6688 Southoaks Crescent (at Kingsway and Sperling), Burnaby
• FREE ADMISSION! Please visit Nikkei Place Website for full schedule of events.

• Topic: Jobs in International Trade involving Japan and Canada
• Speaker: John Powles

• Topic: Jobs in International Trade involving Japan and Canada
• Speaker: John Powles

• Scholarship application deadline: May 14, 2009

• Topic: Jobs in International Trade involving Japan and Canada
• Speaker: John Powles

• When: Tuesday, May 5 from 12:00 to 1:00pm

• Topic: Jobs in International Trade involving Japan and Canada
• Speaker: John Powles

• Date: Saturday, April 11, 2009

Vancouver Mokuyokai Society’s 25th Annual Ohanami (Cherry Blossom Viewing)

• Date: April 11, 2009
• Time: 3:00pm – 8:00pm
• Where: Nitobe Memorial Garden and Asian Centre at the University of British Columbia (1895 Lower Mall, Vancouver)
• More Info: www.mokuyokai.bc.ca
• Escape the stresses of everyday life beneath the cherry blossoms. Find peace of mind and drink in the tranquility of a Japanese tea ceremony, the soothing tones of koto (Japanese harp) and shakuhachi (bamboo flute). Take a guided garden tour, sip some refreshing matcha, make some origami creations, try on a yukata and enjoy a traditional Japanese bento dinner. View one of the most authentic Japanese gardens in North America by lantern-light, a magical, once-yearly event that should not be missed.
• Entrance to Asian Centre free, tea ceremony $15-20, garden entrance $6, but discounts for families, students and seniors.

• RSVP: Please e-mail Russell at social[at]jetaabc.ca

• E-mail external[at]jetaabc.ca to rsvp with phone number

• When: Friday, April 17 from 12:00 to 1:00pm

• Topic: Condensed Matter Physics through the Researches in Canada and Japan
• Speaker: Hiroki Wadati

Vancouver 2010 Japanese Broadcasting Consortium Support Positions

United Nations University Intership

• Celebrate 80 years of Canada-Japan ties through collaborative storytelling! Submit short stories highlighting moments of your JET experience, those stories selected will be professionally illustrated and collected in a Manga Anthology!

Call for Submissions to Manga Memoirs

• Location: Kingston Taphouse and Grille (Richards St. between Robson and West Georgia)

• Time: 7pm - 9pm

• Location: Kingston Taphouse and Grille (West Georgia and Robson St.)
• Time: 7-9
• RSVP: Please e-mail Russell at social@jetaabc.ca

• Speaker: Craig Natsuhara

• Topic: Canadian Immigration and Citizenship Issues Affecting Japanese Nationals

• Where: 28th Floor, 666 Burrard Street, Vancouver (Davis LLP Boardroom)

Mokuyokai Brown Bag Lunch Series

• When: Thursday, Mar 19 from 12:00 to 1:00pm
• Where: 28th Floor, 666 Burrard Street, Vancouver (Davis LLP)
• Cost: Mokuyokai & Canada Japan Society members free; Non-Members $5
• RSVP: Emily Wu: secretary[at]mokuyokai.bc.ca

• Final deadline March 6th
• Run/Walk practice is every Tues nights in Burnaby

• E-mail social@jetaabc.ca to rsvp

• E-mail social@jetaabc.ca to rsvp with phone number

• Trout Lake - 3350 Victoria Drive, Vancouver

• Earlybird deadline: February 6th (-$5 discount)/Final deadline March 6th
• Run/Walk group: Jan 31st at 10am
• Trout Lake Community Centre - 3350 Victoria Drive, Vancouver
• E-mail external@jetaabc.ca to rsvp with phone number

• For Tickets: Call Firehall Arts Centre 604-689-0926 or purchase tickets online

• Time: 6:15pm - 8:30pm, January 24, 2009

2009 Mokuyokai Curling Taikai

http://www.mokuyokai.bc.ca/m_special/2009_Curling/2009_Curling.html|2009 Mokuyokai Curling Taikai]]

• When: Saturday, Feb 14 & Mar 14 from 1:00 to 3:00pm
• Where: Marpole Curling Club, 8730 Heather Street, Vancouver
• Cost: Mokuyokai members $15/day; Non-Members $20/day
• RSVP: Erika Thomas: shortstop_et[at]hotmail.com

• Visit Mokuyokai Donwakai page for more info, including membership info.

Bunraku - Vancouver AWAJI Puppet Theater Company

• For Tickets: Call Firehall Arts Centre 604-687-0926 or purchase tickets online

Bunraku - AWAJI Puppet Theater Company

• For Tickets: Call Firehall Arts Centre 604-687-0926 or purchase online at http://tickets.ticketstonight.ca/eventperformances.asp?evt=919

Bunraku -AWAJI Puppet Theater Company

• February 12 to Saturday, February 14, 2009
• When: Thursday, February 12 to Saturday, February 14, 2009 8pm
• Place: Firehall Arts Centre 280 E. Cordova Street
• Ticket prices: $16 - $24
• For Tickets: Call Firehall Arts Centre 604-687-0926

Mokuyokai Shinnenkai

• January 24, 2009
• Place: Posh Restaurant, 1788 West Broadway, Vancouver
• Cost: $20.00 cash (includes tax and tip), and you pay for your drinks
• RSVP: by January 19th to Erika shortstop_et[at]hotmail.com

KODO Brings "One Earth Tour" to Vancouver

• Wednesday, January 28, 2009, 8pm
• Place: Orpheum Theatre Smithe St. at Seymour Street
• Tickets: www.ticketmaster.ca or call 604.280.3311

Meiji Japan as a Resource-Based Development Story (Business History)" by Centre for Japanese Research

• Friday, January 16, 5:00pm-6:30pm

(preceded by CJR Spring Term reception in C.K. Choi Building Lounge, starting at 4.30pm)

• Place: Conference Room (#120), C.K. Choi Building for the Institute of Asian Research, UBC
• Open to the public, free admission.

Every third Thursday of the month

(:tableend:)

'''Dear JETAABC Board,

The Vancouver Mokuyokai Society will be having its Annual General Meeting and Bonenkai this Sunday, Dec 14th. (see notice below) As some of our (and your) members are involved in both societies, we invite the JET Alumni Board of Directors (or any JET alumnus) to attend the AGM and Bonenkai to meet and interact with the 2009 Board of Directors and other Mokuyokai members.

We will be beginning our AGM at 4:45pm and bonenkai will follow at 6pm. Payment for the evening is due by Wednesday, Dec 10th, however if you give your cheque to Greg this wk, it should be fine. Please email Shelley Hayashi for RSVP by Wednesday Dec 10th.

Thank you for your support and hope to see you all soon,

Erika Thomas

Here is the email that you have all been waiting for!
The 2009 Mokuyokai AGM and Bonenkai will be held on Sunday December 14, 2008
Venue: Azia Restaurant, 990 Smithe St. (at Burrard) Tel: (604) 682-8622
Cost: $45 members / $55 non-members
Time: AGM starts at 4:45
Bonenkai at 6:00
All attendees of the AGM will receive a free drink coupon that can be used at the Bonenkai dinner.
AGM and Bonenkai will be in the restaurant’s private function space. Azia is preparing a special menu for Mokuyokai, and we were able to negotiate a special price with all taxes and tips included for this delicious 12 course meal. We look forward to celebrating the season with all of our Mokuyokai members and friends. Check out their website for more info.: http://www.aziarestaurants.com/
RVSP: As space is limited, please email Shelley Hayashi as soon as possible at: shayashi[at]davis[dot]ca
Cheques payable to Vancouver Mokuyokai Society and must be received no later than Wednesday, December 10, 2008.

Mailing address:
Vancouver Mokuyokai Society
P.O. Box 48901, Bentall Station 
Vancouver, BC V7X 1A8

• Transit-friendly location! Steamworks Pub in Gastown

[FYI: Mokuyokai yearly membership $20 for JETs (first year) and $40 for individuals ($35 for families). This yearly membership will get you free into the pub nights (with snacks to go around) and discounted rates at all other Mokuyokai events throughout the year!]

Every third Thursday of the month (upcoming: December 18)

• Request for Platforms: December 15
• Platforms due: February 15, 2009

• Orientation: Sunday, November 30
• Test Day: Sunday, December 7

• orientation meeting on Sunday, November 30
• all day on Test Day, Sunday, December 7

JET Alumni JLPT Proctor Opportunity

JET Alumni JLPT Proctor Opportunity

Our Communities, Our Music
Date & time: Sunday November 9, 2008 at 2pm
Place: Roundhouse Performance Centre, 181 Roundhouse Mews (Corner of Davie & Pacific)
Ticket info 604-683-8240 or www.kataritaiko.bc.ca $15.00 (general) / $10.00 (students & seniors)
Katari Taiko, the first taiko group formed in Canada, presents an afternoon concert featuring guest performers at the Roundhouse Performance Centre on Sunday, November 9, 2008. Featured guests include Kunaka, a dynamic youth marimba ensemble playing music from the Shona tradition of Zimbabwe and United Bhangra, one of BC’s most entertaining and explosive South Asian groups, specializing in Bhangra dance and music.
Percussion and dance, originating from three continents, has been adopted and transformed by local communities. This event brings together three of Vancouver’s most lively and talented community-based percussionists to share their cultures.\\

Unique and beautiful Kimono &Japanese items SALE
Date & time: Saturday Nov.22 from 10:30am - 4pm
Place: Nikkei Heritage Place (Japanese Community Centre)
6688 Southoaks Cres., Burnaby. East of Metrotown at Kingsway x Sperling
Free parking. Open to the public, free admission.
Vintage kimono, haori coat, yukata, geta sandals, kimono fabric purses, original clothes, other fashion accessories made with kimono fabric ie. jewelry, cell phone cases, tabi socks, scarves, hair accessories, gifts, washi paper lamps, wall tapestries, table linen etc.

If you need more info, email yukoyos@hotmail.com or call 604-736-0966 (Do not call Nikkei place as this is not organized by NNHC)

• Click link for further details
• VIFF acknowledges the support of the Japan Foundation in presenting the films from Japan

(:cell:) Sept 25th - Oct 10

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• Friday, September 5, 2008

information about JETAABC]] -]||

• Togenkyo No Hitobito (Shangri-La) 2002, 104 min. colour,(Japanese with English sub-titles) 1:15pm
• Shinkokyu no Hitsuyo (Breathe In, Breathe Out) 2004, 123 min.,colour, Japanese with English subtitles. 3:10pm

Sept 20, 08 (Sat) 1:15pm & 3:10pm

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The Japan Film Show

• Togenkyo No Hitobito (Shangri-La) 2002, 104 min. colour, (Japanese with English sub-titles) 1:15pm
• Shinkokyu no Hitsuyo (Breathe In, Breathe Out) 2004, 123 min., colour, Japanese with English subtitles. 3:10pm
• A Double Feature Matinee at Pacific Cinematheque, 1131 Howe Street, Vancouver
• FREE ADMISSION. RESERVATIONS RECOMMENDED. Send RSVP to event@consuljpnvan.com

(:cell:) September 20, 2008 (Sat) 1:15pm; 3:10pm

Every third Thursday of the month (upcoming: Aug 21)

• Friday, August 8, 2008 - Cancelled

• Friday, August 8, 2008 - Cancelled (come and join us for the Pub night on Tuesday instead!

Malone's Bar & Grill on the corner of Seymour and Pender St. (downtown). Meeting time 6:30pm, pub night 7:30pm.

• Friday, August 8, 2008

• Vancouver Central Library (350 West Georgia Street, Vancouver)
• Details: Free Shiatsu Demonstration Ancient Japanese health treatment with therapists from around the world can be experienced by anyone where free treatments will be offered on a first come first served basis.

(:cellnr:)

15th International Shiatsu Conference in Vancouver '08 <1st Day of the Conference>

15th�@International Shiatsu Conference in Vancouver '08

• <1st Day of the Conference>

August 9th �f08 (Sat.) 9:00am-5:00pm at Vancouver Central Library (350 West Georgia Street, Vancouver, B.C. V6B 6B1)Details: Free Shiatsu DemonstrationAncient Japanese health treatment with therapists from around the world can be experienced by anyone where free treatments will be offered on a first come first served basis. (:cell:) Aug 9, 08 (Sat) 9:00am - 5:00pm

(:cellnr:)

 <2nd Day of the Conference>

August 10th �f08 (Sun.) 8:30am-5:30pmat

• UBC / Student Union Building (6138 Student Union Boulevard, Vancouver)
• Details: Free Shiatsu Seminar & Workshop Applicants will gain insights on healing from esteemed Shiatsumasters, whose lectures at the conference reflect the international importance of these milestones.It is also the 80th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Japan and Canada. For more information and apply (for seminar & workshop), visitwww.shiatsucollege.org *Contact Person: AyaPhone: 604-904-4187E-mail: *info@shiatsucollege.org

(:cell:) Aug 10, 08 (Sun) 8:30 - 5:30pm (:cellnr:)

• Friday, July 4, 2008

(:cellnr:) Food Nights 2008

• Friday, July 4, 2008
• Friday, August 8, 2008
• Friday, September 5, 2008
• Friday, November 8, 2008 (Korean Spa and BBQ)

May 31, 2008 (London)
July 2-3 (Tokyo)
September 26-27 (Los Angeles)
Oct 31-Nov. 2 (Boston) \\ December 2008 (Tokyo) \\

Career Forum Job Fairs

• Major job fairs for Japanese/English bilinguals.
• Boston is the largest one (~190 companies).
• Travel scholarship available; check app deadlines.
• http://careerforum.net/event/index.asp?lang=E
• Discuss it in the Forum.

May 31, 2008 (London) July 2-3 (Tokyo) September 26-27 (Los Angeles) Oct 31-Nov. 2 (Boston) December 2008 (Tokyo) February 2009 (New York)

• Tickets at McPherson Box Office: 250-386-6121

• Tickets at Ticketmaster: 604-280-3311

Superstars in their native Japan, young Tsugaru-shamisen virtuosos Ryoichiro and Kenichi Yoshida - The Yoshida Brothers - have effected nothing short of a cultural revolution with muscular reinvention of the ancient three-stringer instrument, giving it the fiery passion of a rock 'n' roll guitar.

• Superstars in their native Japan, young Tsugaru-shamisen virtuosos Ryoichiro and Kenichi Yoshida - The Yoshida Brothers - have effected nothing short of a cultural revolution with muscular reinvention of the ancient three-stringer instrument, giving it the fiery passion of a rock 'n' roll guitar.

(:cellnr:) Yoshida Brothers

• Friday, May 23 - Alix Goolden Hall, Victoria

• Saturday, May 24 - Vancouver Playhouse

• Superstarts in their native Japan, young Tsugaru-shamisen virtuosos Ryoichiro and Kenichi Yoshida - The Yoshida Brothers - have effected nothing short of a cultural revolution with muscular reinvention of the ancient three-stringer instrument, giving it the fiery passion of a rock 'n' roll guitar.

(:cell:) 8 pm

• view updated auction details

• visit for more auction details

a Ready, JET, Go! Dragon Boat Fundraiser

• National Nikkei Herigage Centre
• visit www.readyjetgo.ca for more auction details

• a Ready, JET, Go! Dragon Boat Fundraiser

A ceremony is held in Japanese temples in April or May to commemorate the birth of the Indian Buddha Shâkyamuni (“O-shaka-sama”). During this ceremony a baby Buddha statue is displayed in a small shrine decorated with flowers and the participants pour “sweet tea” (an herbal infusion) over the head of the statue in a reenactment of the moment when heavenly nectar poured down onto the newly born Buddha-to-be.

Tozenji Buddhist Temple Hanamatsuri

• 209 Jackson Street, Coquitlam
• Call 604-939-7749 for further information

(:cell:) Sunday, May 4 at 1pm

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Every third Thursday of the month (upcoming: May 15)

• Click link for more information

• Date: Thursday, May 1, 2008 at 7pm
• Location: Frederic Wood Theatre, UBC

Announcements from the Consulate General of Japan

• Scholarship application deadline: May 14, 2008

• Meet around the letter "J" after the run to chat and unwind!

Event announcement from the Consulate General of Japan

• Infinite Echoes from Japan: new Directions in Traditional Japanese Music

Date: Thursday, May 1, 2008 Time: 7pm Location: Frederic Wood Theatre, UBC FREE ADMISSION RSVP 604-684-5868 ext 370 / event (at) consuljpnvan.com

December 20-21, 2008

Welcome!  

The JET Alumni Association of British Columbia and Yukon (JETAABC) is one of Canada's most active chapters, with 620 members. Its mission is to:

• Provide a community for alumni returned from Japan
• Foster a connection between Japan and the BC/Yukon community
• Support and promote the Japan Exchange and Teaching Programme

JETAABC Upcoming Events & News

Community Events

(:table cellpadding=5:) (:cellnr:) Vancouver Opera presents Voices of the Pacific Rim An evening of opera with an Asian twist

• Time: 7:30 – 10:30pm
• Place: Vancouver Playhouse at Hamilton and Dunsmuir
• $20 General Admission
• Contact: Nina at external @ jetaabc.ca if you are interested

Broadening its programming with more eastern influenced content, Vancouver Opera is excited to announce Voices of the Pacific Rim – an evening of opera with an Asian twist. This recital celebrates and honours the Chinese, Korean and Japanese communities with a tasteful opera gala.

This recital joins together these communities to celebrate the talent, music and content that they have brought to the western world of opera. (:cell:) Sunday, February 3, 2008 (:cellnr:) Mokuyokai Pub Night - Donwakai Social

• JET Alumni warmly welcomed! $4 for non-members
• New Location** Steamworks Pub in Gastown!!
• 375 Water Street, Vancouver, BC
• Visit http://www.mokuyokai.bc.ca/e_moku/e_donwa.html for more info, including membership info.

[FYI: Mokuyokai yearly membership $20 for JETs (for one yr) and $40 for individuals ($35 for families). This yearly membership will get you free into the pub nights (with snacks to go around) and discounted rates at all other Mokuyokai events throughout the year!] (:cell:) Every third Thursday of the month (this month: March 20)

(:cellnr:) Tokyo Winter Career Forum

• Large job fair for Japanese/English bilinguals
• http://www.careerforum.net/event/index.asp?lang=E
• Tokyo Big Sight

(:cell:) December 20-21, 2007

(:cellnr:) New York Career Forum

• Large job fair for Japanese/English bilinguals
• http://www.careerforum.net/event/index.asp?lang=E
• Travel scholarship available. Apply by Feb 12, 2008.

(:cell:) February 29 - March 1, 2008

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Volunteer in the Community

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Powell Street Festival!

• http://www.powellstreetfestival.com/get_involved/volunteer.html
• Volunteers needed for annual community festival

Tonari Gumi

• http://www.jcva.bc.ca/english/volunteer/position.htm
• Seniors lunch programs, transportation, language, and special events
• 511 East Broadway, Vancouver 604-687-2172

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Upcoming Events

\\Board Meeting\\ Thursday, March 13, 2008

""Upcoming Events""

Board Meeting Thursday, March 13, 2008

Upcoming Events!!!

Board Meeting\\ Thursday, March 13, 2008

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• Contact: Nina at external @ jetaabc.ca if you are interested

Every third Thursday of the month (this month: March 20)

December 20-21, 2007

February 29 - March 1, 2008

Call for candidates for JETAA Canada Country Representative. Platforms due February 15.

Call for candidates for JETAA Canada Country Representative. Platforms due February 1.

Vancouver Opera presents Voices of the Pacific Rim An evening of opera with an Asian twist

• Time: 7:30 – 10:30pm
• Place: Vancouver Playhouse at Hamilton and Dunsmuir
• $20 General Admission
• Contact: Nina at external@jetaabc.ca if you are interested

Broadening its programming with more eastern influenced content, Vancouver Opera is excited to announce Voices of the Pacific Rim – an evening of opera with an Asian twist. This recital celebrates and honours the Chinese, Korean and Japanese communities with a tasteful opera gala.

This recital joins together these communities to celebrate the talent, music and content that they have brought to the western world of opera. (:cell:) Sunday, February 3, 2008

• Volunteers needed for annual community festival

• Call for candidates for JETAA Canada Country Representative. Platforms due February 1.