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  <em><h2>Kazuko Miyamoto: To perform a line</h2></em>  
  <h4>April 29 – July 24, 2022 </h4>
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<p>Japan Society will present the solo exhibition <em>Kazuko Miyamoto: To perform a line</em> between April 29–July 24, 2022. The exhibition will be the first institutional survey of Kazuko Miyamoto (b.1942, Tokyo), a relatively little-known but significant artist, and will provide a long overdue examination of this singular artist’s career. This exhibition reclaims Miyamoto’s contributions to the development of Minimalism, challenging its general understanding as male dominated, and embraces her highly individual artistic pursuit to reveal a sustained interest in the body through evocative conceptual experiments and investigations in performance and textiles.</p>

<p><em>Kazuko Miyamoto: To perform a line</em> provides an overview of the artist’s work, moving from her contributions to the Minimalism movement through early paintings and drawings from the 1960s, and her increasingly spatial string constructions in the 1970s, to her conceptual experiments in performance, culminating in her kimono series from 1987 through the 1990s. A number of works that will be on view have never been shown publicly, offering a crucial opportunity for the public to encounter Miyamoto’s rich oeuvre for the first time.</p>

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          <p>Held in conjunction with the exhibition, <em>Kazuko Miyamoto: To perform a line</em>, this half-day symposium on the artist features an interdisciplinary group of artists, curators and scholars. Each speaker will discuss an important perspective on Kazuko Miyamoto’s innovative practice over the past five decades. Topics include feminism in the arts, close readings of specific works, the New York avant-garde, and the role of collaboration and community in artistic practice.</p>

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The exhibition will be the first institutional survey of Kazuko Miyamoto (b.1942, Tokyo), a relatively little-known but significant artist, and will provide a long overdue examination of this singular artist’s career. 

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<p><em>Kazuko Miyamoto: To perform a line</em> is supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council.</p>

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<p>Japan Society programs are made possible by leadership support from Shiseido Americas and The Ford Foundation. Exhibitions and Arts & Culture Lecture Programs at Japan Society are made possible, in part, by the Lila Wallace-Reader’s Digest Endowment Fund; the Mary Griggs Burke Endowment Fund established by the Mary Livingston Griggs and Mary Griggs Burke Foundation; The Masako Mera and Koichi Mera, PhD Fund for Education and the Arts; Masako H. Shinn; Peggy and Dick Danziger; Raphael and Jane Bernstein; and Friends of the Gallery. Support for Arts & Culture Lecture Programs is provided, in part, by the Sandy Heck Lecture Fund. Transportation assistance is provided by Japan Airlines, the exclusive Japanese airline sponsor for Japan Society gallery exhibitions.<br />

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Kazuko Miyamoto

<p><strong>Thursday, June 30, 6:30-8:30 PM EDT, Instructor: Atsuko Shio </strong><br>
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<p><strong><span style="color: #ff3600;">PLEASE NOTE:</span> This workshop will be conducted online via <a href="https://zoom.us/download" target="_blank">Zoom</a>.</strong> To participate fully, you will need access to a device with internet, microphone, and camera (such as a laptop, smartphone, or tablet). Please note that all times listed are New York time (ET).</p>

<p>This business etiquette workshop is designed to teach basic Japanese phrases and behavioral skills needed in Japanese corporate environments. Participants will learn practical expressions and manners used in various business contexts, such as formal greeting, business card exchange, seating order (Kamiza and Shimoza), proper bowing, unique hand gestures and table manners. The workshop will be conducted in English and is suitable for persons at any level of Japanese language experience, including those who have little or no previous background in Japanese.</p>
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<p>Although it is not required to show your face or video online, we highly recommend having your video on if possible. Seeing each other’s facial expressions is a part of interactive learning. We also ask that every participant be able to participate via their microphone. If you do not have one of these capabilities or would like to discuss accommodations, please contact us at <a href="mailto:language@japansociety.org">language@japansociety.org</a>. </p>
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<h2>Instructor:</h2> 

<p><strong>Ms. Atsuko Shio</strong> has a BS in Pharmaceutical Sciences from Hoshi University in Tokyo. She has over 12 years of experience working in Product Management and in Sales at Otsuka Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. She is a graduate of Japan Society’s Teacher Training Program and has been teaching at the Language Center since September 2016.</p>
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<h2>How To Register</h2>

<p><strong>Tuition:</strong> $40 nonmembers /$35 Japan Society Individual and Corporate members</p>
<p><strong>Registration may be completed online (recommended) </strong>or by phone at (212) 715-1269 or (212) 715-1293. At the moment, we are only taking payment in the form of credit or debit cards (no checks or cash).</p>
<p>Registrants will receive a <strong>Welcome Email and the Zoom link</strong> from <a href="mailto:language_inquiries@japansociety.org">language_inquiries@japansociety.org</a> in the afternoon of the business day before each workshop.</p>
<p>Please register by <strong>Tuesday, June 28,</strong> if possible. After this date, seats may not be available so we appreciate your early registration. </p>
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<h2>Please Note</h2>
<p><strong>Cancellation Policy: Cancellations are accepted until 12 pm ET, the business day before a workshop begins.</strong> With a cancellation, a refund of tuition minus a service charge ($20 for courses, $5 for workshops) will be provided. After this deadline, cancellations are not accepted.</p>

<p>Cancellations are accepted by phone only. We do not accept email cancellations.</p>  

<p>Japan Society also reserves the right to cancel any workshop if sufficient enrollment is not obtained. In such cases, students already enrolled will receive full refunds (no service charge).</p>

<p><strong>By registering for a workshop, you accept and agree to the above terms of the cancellation policy.</strong></p>

<p>Students must be age 16 or older.</p>

<p><strong>We do not record our workshops, and recording of this workshop is prohibited.</strong></p>


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This workshop will teach basic Japanese phrases and behavioral skills needed in Japanese corporate environments. Participants will learn practical expressions and manners used in various business contexts.

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Japanese Business Etiquette Workshop

<h5>Online Workshop</h5>

<p><strong>Thursday, July 7, 6:30-8:30 PM EDT</strong> | <a href="https://www.thetimezoneconverter.com/" target="_blank"><em>Calculate your local time</em></a> </p>

<p><strong>This workshop will be conducted online via <a href="https://zoom.us/download" target="_blank">Zoom</a>.</strong> To participate fully, you will need access to a device with internet, microphone, and camera (such as a laptop, smartphone, or tablet). Please note that all times listed are New York time (ET).</p>

<p>This crash course for travelers offers a quick introduction to the Japanese language as well as Japanese customs, which can be very helpful for first-time or even veteran travelers to Japan. Through our mini-workshop, you will be introduced to basic Japanese phrases for greeting, ordering food, shopping and other aspects of daily life. Get more out of your Japanese adventure with this useful preparatory course!</p>

<p>Although it is not required to show your face or video online, we highly recommend having your video on if possible. Seeing each other’s facial expressions is a part of interactive learning. We also ask that every participant be able to participate via their microphone. If you do not have one of these capabilities or would like to discuss accommodations, please contact us at <a href="mailto:language@japansociety.org">language@japansociety.org</a>. </p>
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<h2>Instructor:</h2> 

<p><strong>Ms. Kazue Kurahara</strong> holds a BA from Hunter College and an MA in Teaching Japanese as a Foreign Language and TESOL from NYU. She holds teaching certificates in both Japanese and ESL. She has taught Japanese at various institutions, including New York University, Hunter College, Pace University, and The New School. She is the scriptwriter and host of Japan Society’s YouTube series "Uki Uki NihonGO! + Culture”..</p>
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<h2>How To Register</h2>

<p><strong>Tuition:</strong> $40 nonmembers /$35 Japan Society Individual and Corporate members</p>
<p><strong>Registration may be completed online (recommended) </strong>or by phone at (212) 715-1269 or (212) 715-1293. At the moment, we are only taking payment in the form of credit or debit cards (no checks or cash).</p>
<p>Registrants will receive a <strong>Welcome Email and the Zoom link</strong> from <a href="mailto:language_inquiries@japansociety.org">language_inquiries@japansociety.org</a> in the afternoon of the business day before each workshop.</p>
<p>Please register by <strong>Tuesday, July 5,</strong> if possible. After this date, seats may not be available so we appreciate your early registration. </p>
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<h2>Please Note</h2>
<p><strong>Cancellation Policy: Cancellations are accepted until 12 pm ET, the business day before a workshop begins.</strong> With a cancellation, a refund of tuition minus a service charge ($20 for courses, $5 for workshops) will be provided. After this deadline, cancellations are not accepted.</p>

<p>Cancellations are accepted by phone only. We do not accept email cancellations.</p>  

<p>Japan Society also reserves the right to cancel any workshop if sufficient enrollment is not obtained. In such cases, students already enrolled will receive full refunds (no service charge).</p>

<p><strong>By registering for a workshop, you accept and agree to the above terms of the cancellation policy.</strong></p>

<p>Students must be age 16 or older.</p>

<p><strong>We do not record our workshops, and recording of this workshop is prohibited.</strong></p>


This crash course for travelers offers a quick introduction to the Japanese language as well as Japanese customs, which can be very helpful for first-time or even veteran travelers to Japan. 

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Crash Course for Travelers to Japan

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<p><strong>Friday, July 8 at 7 pm</strong></p>

<p><strong><em>Screening on 35mm with introduction by Japanese sci-fi critic Kevin Derendorf!</em></strong> When a shipwrecked crew is rescued from a Pacific island previously used for nuclear testing, word quickly spreads of its newly discovered indigenous inhabitants. Driven by scientific curiosity, a joint expedition of Japanese and Rolisicans (a portmanteau for Russia and America) venture into the island's depths, discovering a paradise of mutated species and hidden glyphs—and, among them, a pair of tiny twin fairies (played by ’60s pop duo The Peanuts). When the expedition’s leader decides to secretly kidnap the fairies, the natives are forced to awaken their ancient deity, Mothra. A <em>kaiju</em> classic from <em>Godzilla</em>’s Ishiro Honda, Mothra established one of Toho’s most memorable <em>kaiju</em> and forever ingrained the Peanuts’ <em>“Mothra’s Song”</em> into popular culture.</p>

<p><strong><em>Seismic Toys will host a Kaiju-themed pop-up and an exclusive limited-edition Mothra Mini-Print by Robo7 will be on-sale on-site in our lobby!</em></strong></p>

<p><em>Dir. Ishiro Honda, 1961, 101 min., 35mm, color, in Japanese with English subtitles. With Frankie Sakai, Hiroshi Koizumi, Kyoko Kagawa.</em></p>

<p><strong>Tickets:</strong> $15 / $5 members</p>

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        <p>Japanese Trial Lessons are structured for complete beginners of Japanese and taught by the Language Center’s Director, Tomoyo Kamimura.</p>
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        <p><strong>Wednesday, June 29, 7 PM ET</strong></p>

        <p>Join Japanese-language students and native Japanese speakers at this informal virtual language exchange to practice your Japanese.</p>
        <br>
        <p><a class="primary-button" href="https://www.japansociety.org/workshops-and-events/nihongo-chat-202206">Learn More &rarr;</a></p></td>
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      <td style="text-align: left; vertical-align: top; padding-top: 10px;" width="50%" ><h4>Japanese Business Etiquette Workshop</h4>
        <p><strong>Thursday, June 30, 6:30-8:30 PM ET</strong></p>

        <p>This workshop will teach basic Japanese phrases and behavioral skills needed in Japanese corporate environments. Participants will learn practical expressions and manners used in various business contexts, such as formal greeting, business card exchange, seating order, proper bowing, and table manners.</p>
        <br>
        <p><a class="primary-button" href="https://www.japansociety.org/workshops-and-events/japanese-business-etiquette-workshop-summer-2022">Learn More &rarr;</a></p></td>
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      <td style="text-align: left; vertical-align: top; padding-top: 10px;" width="50%" ><h4>Crash Course for Travelers to Japan</h4>
        <p><strong>Thursday, July 7, 6:30-8:30 PM ET</strong></p>

        <p>This crash course for travelers offers a quick introduction to the Japanese language as well as Japanese customs, which can be very helpful for first-time or even veteran travelers to Japan. Learn how to greet people, introduce yourself, order food, and ask for prices, among other expressions.</p>
        <br>
        <p><a class="primary-button" href="https://www.japansociety.org/workshops-and-events/crash-course-for-travelers-to-japan-2022-summer">Learn More &rarr;</a></p></td>
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      <td style="text-align: left; vertical-align: top; padding-top: 10px;" width="50%" ><h4>英会話体験講座 English Trial Lesson</h4>
        <p>日英バイリンガル講師による日本人向けの英会話教室のオンライン体験講座です。この体験講座は、どのレベルの方にもご参加いただけます。（次回の本講座は7月下旬開講の後期夏期英会話教室となります。）</p>
        <p><strong>Upcoming Event Date:</strong><br>
７月６日（水）、午後７時（アメリカ東部夏時間）/７月７日（木）、午前８時（日本時間）</p>
        <p><a class="primary-button" href="https://www.japansociety.org/workshops-and-events/english-trial-lesson">View Details &rarr;</a> </p></td>
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<h3>All Workshops & Events</h3>
<p><em>Schedule subject to change.</em>

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<p><span style="font-size: 24px"><strong>英会話体験講座<br>English Trial Lesson</strong></span><br />
<em>Offered about twice per year.</em>
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<a href="https://www.japansociety.org/workshops-and-events/english-trial-lesson">View Past Listing (April 2022) &rarr;</a></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 24px"><strong>日本語教師養成講座 見学説明会<br>
Japanese-Language Teacher Training Program Open House</strong></span><br />
<em>Offered about once per year.</em>
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<a href="https://www.japansociety.org/workshops-and-events/japanese-language-teacher-training">View Past Listing (August 2021) &rarr;</a></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 24px"><strong>Japanese Onomatopoeia Workshop</strong></span><br />
<em>Offered three times a year, around January, April/May, and August/September.</em>
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<a href="https://www.japansociety.org/workshops-and-events/japanese-onomatopoeia-workshop-spring-2022">View Past Listing (January 2022) &rarr;</a></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 24px"><strong>Japanese Trial Lesson</strong></span><br />
<em>Offered throughout the year.</em>
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<a href="https://www.japansociety.org/workshops-and-events/japanese-trial-lesson">View Past Listing (April 2022) &rarr;</a></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 24px"><strong>Learn to Read Hiragana & Katakana Workshops</strong></span><br />
<em>Offered three times a year, around January, April/May, and August/September.</em>
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<a href="https://www.japansociety.org/workshops-and-events/hiragana-katakana-spring-2022">View Past Listing (January 2022) &rarr;</a></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 24px"><strong>Fundamentals of Kanji Workshops</strong></span><br />
<em>Offered three times a year, around January, April/May, and August/September.</em>
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<a href="https://www.japansociety.org/workshops-and-events/kanji-workshops-summer-2022">View Past Listing (April 2022) &rarr;</a></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 24px"><strong>Survival Japanese Workshop
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<em>Offered throughout the year.</em>
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<a href="https://www.japansociety.org/workshops-and-events/survival-japanese-summer-2022">View Past Listing (April 2022) &rarr;</a></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 24px"><strong>Japanese Business Etiquette Workshop
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<em>Offered throughout the year.</em>
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<a href="https://www.japansociety.org/workshops-and-events/japanese-business-workshop">View Past Listing (March 2022) &rarr;</a></p>
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<p><span style="font-size: 24px"><strong>英語の冠詞　ワークショップ<br>(English “A/The” Workshop)</strong></span><br />
<em>Offered about twice per year.</em>
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<a href="https://www.japansociety.org/workshops-and-events/english-workshop-spring-2022">View Past Listing (January 2022) &rarr;</a></p>
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<em>Language exchange events, sometimes with J-culture guests. Offered throughout the year.</em>
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<a href="https://www.japansociety.org/workshops-and-events/nihongo-chat">View Past Listing (May 2022) &rarr;</a></p>
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Learn about the upcoming workshops and events at the Language Center.

Upcoming Workshops & Events

<h2>How to Register</h2>

<p>Please register early to ensure enrollment in your first choice of class. </p>

<p>At the moment, registration is accepted <strong>online (recommended)</strong> or by phone only, and we are only taking payment in the form of credit or debit cards (no checks or cash). Acceptance will be acknowledged by email.</p>

<p>To register at the member price, the membership must be <strong>under the student’s name (Student Membership)</strong>, or the student should be part of a <strong>Family Membership</strong>. To purchase or renew a membership, please visit the <a href="https://www.japansociety.org/join-and-support/become-a-member" target="_blank">Membership</a> page and pay online or call 212-715-1270. 

<p>Registrants will receive a Welcome Email and Zoom link from <a href="mailto:language_inquiries@japansociety.org" target="_blank">language_inquiries@japansociety.org</a> on: <strong></p>
<ul class="bullet">  <li>the afternoon of Monday, June 27, 2022 (for classes beginning on Tuesday, June 28, 2022)</li>
  <li>the afternoon of Tuesday, June 28, 2022 (for classes beginning on Wednesday, June 29, 2022).</li></ul>
</strong>

<p>For more information, please email us at <a href="mailto:language@japansociety.org" target="_blank">language@japansociety.org</a>, or call (212) 715-1269 or (212) 715-1293. Please note that while we are working remotely, we may not always be reachable by phone.</p>
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<h2>Please Note</h2>

<p><strong>Cancellation Policy: Cancellations are accepted until <u>12 pm ET, the business day before a course or workshop begins.</u></strong> With a cancellation, a refund of tuition minus a service charge ($20 for courses, $5 for workshops) will be provided. After this deadline, cancellations are not accepted.</p> 

<p>Cancellations are accepted by phone only. We do not accept email cancellations. </p>

<p>Japan Society also reserves the right to cancel any course or workshop if sufficient enrollment is not obtained. In such cases, students already enrolled will receive full refunds (no service charge).</p>

<p>By registering for a course, you accept and agree to the above terms of the cancellation policy. </p>

<p><strong>We do not record these classes, and recording of these classes is prohibited.</strong> If a student misses a class, it may be possible to arrange a make-up class in the same semester, if available. More information will be provided in the Welcome Email.</p>

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<h2>Required Textbooks</h2>

<p>A limited supply of textbooks are available for purchase at the Language Center on select days. Please contact the office to arrange purchase and pick-up. The price at Japan Society is $45.  Otherwise, please purchase your book from an outside vendor. Either a digital or print textbook is fine.</p>

<p>Please have your textbook in advance of the first class.

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          <td style="padding-bottom: 7px;"><img src="https://images.ctfassets.net/zwqohdz2e0fx/6XbyvfPAgAXFNXhTLJMo2Y/934923cfb30b7a8a103e28a5e5e8016d/Genki_I_3rd_Edition_cover.jpg" style="max-width: 200px;" alt="Genki I 3rd Edition Cover"></td>
            <td style="padding-left: 10px; padding-bottom: 7px;"><p><em>GENKI I (An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese),<br /> 3rd Edition</em>;
              published by The Japan Times<br> ISBN: 978-4789017305</p></td>
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<p>We strongly recommend purchasing the 3rd Edition. Please note that the 2nd Edition has some differences, including page numbers, examples, etc., and is not recommended for this reason.</p>
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<h2>Instructors</h2>

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          <td style="padding-bottom: 7px;"><img src="https://images.ctfassets.net/zwqohdz2e0fx/2HxicYZAroeeCmyIRy8X3B/dbf82c98b598a3dd0b15fa5a6fff1449/LANG-instr-yuki-aizaki-200px.png" style="max-width: 200px; border-radius: 50%;" alt="Yuki Aizaki"></td>
            <td style="padding-left: 10px; padding-bottom: 7px;"><p><strong>Ms. Yuki Aizaki</strong> holds a BA in Theatre from The City University of New York and is a graduate of the teacher training program at The Japan Society. She has taught Japanese privately to beginner and intermediate students.</p></td>
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Japanese for Youth

Summer Japanese for Youth: Ages 12 to 15

Japanese for Youth: Ages 12 to 15

<h2>How To Register</h2>

<p><strong>Registration may be completed online (recommended) </strong>or by phone at (212) 715-1269 or (212) 715-1293. At the moment, we are only taking payment in the form of credit or debit cards (no checks or cash).</p>

<p>Registrants will receive a <strong>Welcome Email and the Zoom link</strong> from <a href="mailto:language_inquiries@japansociety.org">language_inquiries@japansociety.org</a> on the afternoon of the business day before courses begin, <strong>Friday, July 15, 2022</strong>.</p>
<p>Please register as soon as possible as seats fill up quickly.</p>
<br>
<h2>Please Note</h2>
<p><strong>Cancellation Policy: Cancellations are accepted until 12 pm ET, the business day before a course or workshop begins.</strong> With a cancellation, a refund of tuition minus a service charge ($20 for courses, $5 for workshops) will be provided. After this deadline, cancellations are not accepted.</p>

<p>Cancellations are accepted by phone only. We do not accept email cancellations.</p>  

<p>Japan Society also reserves the right to cancel any course or workshop if sufficient enrollment is not obtained. In such cases, students already enrolled will receive full refunds (no service charge).</p>

<p><strong>By registering for a course or workshop, you accept and agree to the above terms of the cancellation policy.</strong></p>

<p>Students must be age 16 or older.</p>

<p><strong>We do not record our classes or workshops, and recording is prohibited.</strong></p>
<br>
<h2>Required Textbooks</h2>

<p>The following textbook is required. A limited supply of textbooks are available for purchase at the Language Center on select days. Please contact the office to arrange purchase and pick-up.</p>

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            <td style="padding-left: 10px; padding-bottom: 7px;"><p><em>GENKI I (An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese),<br /> 3rd Edition</em>;
              published by The Japan Times</p></td>
          <td style="padding-left: 10px; padding-bottom: 7px;"><p>3rd Edition <br />
            ISBN: 978-4789017305</p></td>
        </tr>
    </tbody>
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<p>For students entering Levels 1 or 2, we strongly recommend purchasing the 3rd Edition. Please note that the 2nd Edition has some differences, including page numbers, examples, etc., and is not recommended for this reason.</p>
<br>

<h2>Instructors</h2>

<p>All of the Language Center’s instructors are native Japanese with extensive experience. For more information about our instructors, please see the <a href="https://www.japansociety.org/language-center/instructors" target="_blank">Instructors & Staff</a> page.</p>

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Intensive Weekend Japanese

2022 Summer Intensive Weekend Japanese

Language Center

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<h3>Become a Member</h3>

<p>Individual Members are central to what we do and why we do it. This is why you’ll always be front and center for exhibitions, series, festivals, performances and more as a member.<br>
<br>
Members at Japan Society enjoy exclusive benefits, invitations to special events and discounts on hundreds of performances, films, lectures and classes annually. Learn more about membership levels and related perks below, and visit our <a href="https://www.japansociety.org/join-and-support/become-a-member/frequently-asked-questions">FAQ page</a> for additional information about our dynamic program.

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<span style="font-size: 1.25rem; font-weight: bold;">Individual ($60) *</span><br />
<span style="font-size: 1.25rem; font-weight: bold;">Dual ($100) **</span>  <em>Benefits for 2</em> <br />
<span style="font-size: 1.25rem; font-weight: bold;">Family ($125)</span>      <em>Benefits for 2 adults and up to 4 children</em>
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  <li>Free Gallery admission</li>
  <li>$5 member tickets to <em>Monthly Classics</em> and <em>Monthly Anime</em> film series</li>
  <li>20% or greater discount on ticketed programs</li>
  <li>Up to 15% off on language courses &amp; workshops</li>
  <li>Access to Member presales</li>
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<p>* $20 Discount for Students, Seniors, or persons with disabilities<br />
** $20 Discount for Seniors or persons with disabilities</p>
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<strong>Notes:</strong>
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  <li>Student (full-time students with valid ID)</li>
  <li>Senior (age 65 and older with verification)</li>
  <li>Disabled (documentation may be required)</li>
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<a href="https://boxoffice.japansociety.org/events/d447a1f2-e5e3-494a-841f-5dca59bedb2f" target="_blank"><strong>Join</strong></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;|&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong><a href="https://boxoffice.japansociety.org/events/d447a1f2-e5e3-494a-841f-5dca59bedb2f/renew?login=1" target="_blank">Renew</a></strong> <br />
  <em>100%&nbsp;tax-deductible</em>
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 <h5><a name="sustaining-members" class="" style="color: #000000">Sustaining ($250)</a></h5>
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<em>All Family benefits, plus:</em>
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    <li>Complimentary tickets to all “virtual” programs ***</li>
 <li>Complimentary rentals for 2 JAPAN CUTS and ACA Film Series online films</li>
   <li>Complimentary tickets for you and a guest to one JAPAN CUTS and ACA Film Series in-person film screening of your choice</li>
    <li>$5 Gallery Admission for your guests</li>
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<a href="https://boxoffice.japansociety.org/events/d447a1f2-e5e3-494a-841f-5dca59bedb2f"><strong>Join</strong></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;|&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong><a href="https://boxoffice.japansociety.org/events/d447a1f2-e5e3-494a-841f-5dca59bedb2f/renew?login=1">Renew</a></strong> <br />
<em>$21 non-deductible</em> <br />
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<em><span style="font-size: 11px">*** Excludes workshops, language and education courses, and select special events, series and festivals.

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<h5>Sponsor ($500)</h5>
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<em>All Sustaining benefits, plus:</em>
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    <li>Complimentary Individual Membership to share</li>
    <li>Invitation to Gallery tours or meet the artist receptions</li>
    <li>Recognition in the Performing Arts Playbill</li>
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<a href="https://boxoffice.japansociety.org/events/d447a1f2-e5e3-494a-841f-5dca59bedb2f"><strong>Join</strong></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;|&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong><a href="https://boxoffice.japansociety.org/events/d447a1f2-e5e3-494a-841f-5dca59bedb2f/renew?login=1">Renew</a></strong>  <br />
<em>$81 non-deductible</em>
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<h3>Circle of Friends</h3>

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    <p><span style="font-size: 1.00rem">Circle of Friends</span> Members receive all the perks of membership, plus access to the Society’s team of experts on Japan. Giving at these levels provides philanthropic support that enables Japan Society to fulfill its mission and share its love of Japan globally!</p>
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<h5>Patron Circle ($1,000)</h5>
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<em>All Sponsor benefits, plus:</em>
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    <li>Complimentary Gallery admission for 2 guests</li>
    <li>Access to LIVE “virtual” Leadership Briefings</li>
        <li>Opportunity to designate your gift as direct program support, with option to join an Affinity Group (<a href="/join-and-support/become-a-member#affinity-groups">see below</a>)</li>
            <li>Recognition in Japan Society’s Annual Report</li>
  <li>Complimentary exhibition catalogue(s) <em>(when available)</em></li>
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<a href="https://boxoffice.japansociety.org/events/d447a1f2-e5e3-494a-841f-5dca59bedb2f"><strong>Join</strong></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;|&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong><a href="https://boxoffice.japansociety.org/events/d447a1f2-e5e3-494a-841f-5dca59bedb2f/renew?login=1">Renew</a></strong> <br />
<em>$81 non-deductible</em>
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<h5>Benefactor Circle ($2,000)</h5>
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<em>All Patron Circle benefits, plus:</em>
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    <li>Complimentary Gallery admission for 4 guests</li>
    <li>One-on-one conversation with Program Director of choice</li>
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<a href="https://boxoffice.japansociety.org/events/d447a1f2-e5e3-494a-841f-5dca59bedb2f"><strong>Join</strong></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;|&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong><a href="https://boxoffice.japansociety.org/events/d447a1f2-e5e3-494a-841f-5dca59bedb2f/renew?login=1">Renew</a></strong> <br />
<em>$81 non-deductible</em>
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<h5>Leadership Circle ($5,000)</h5>
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<em>All Benefactor Circle benefits, plus:</em>
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    <li>Opportunity to earmark support for a specific event or production</li>
    <li>Private Gallery tour - or - Meet’n’Greet with artists, performers or speakers for up to 6 guests, upon request</li>
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<a href="https://boxoffice.japansociety.org/events/d447a1f2-e5e3-494a-841f-5dca59bedb2f"><strong>Join</strong></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;|&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong><a href="https://boxoffice.japansociety.org/events/d447a1f2-e5e3-494a-841f-5dca59bedb2f/renew?login=1">Renew</a></strong> <br />
<em>$81 non-deductible</em>
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<h5>Director's Circle ($10,000)</h5>
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<em>All Benefactor Circle benefits, plus:</em>
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    <li>
    Complimentary Gallery admission for 6 guests</li>
    <li>Sponsor recognition for specific event or production support, upon request</li>
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<a href="https://boxoffice.japansociety.org/events/d447a1f2-e5e3-494a-841f-5dca59bedb2f"><strong>Join</strong></a>&nbsp;&nbsp;|&nbsp;&nbsp;<strong><a href="https://boxoffice.japansociety.org/events/d447a1f2-e5e3-494a-841f-5dca59bedb2f/renew?login=1">Renew</a></strong> <br />
<em>$81 non-deductible</em>
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  <h3><a name="affinity-groups" class="anchor" style="color: #000000">Affinity Groups</a></h3>
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    <p>Circle Members may choose to directly support Japan Society programs by joining one of four Affinity Groups with a minimum gift designation of $1,000. Affinity Group members are recognized as a “Friend of...” their designated program area and invited to curated events. Please email <a href="mailto:membership@japansociety.org">membership@japansociety.org</a> if you would like to join an Affinity Group.</p>

    <p><strong>FRIENDS OF THE GALLERY</strong><br />
    Provide critical financial support that sustains Japan Society’s dynamic exhibitions and related lectures and workshops. Established in 1971, the Gallery is one of the few North American public venues that exclusively showcases a full spectrum of Japanese art and its influence on the global artistic scene.</p>

    <p><span style="font-size: 1.00rem">ADDITIONAL PERKS</span>: Gallery and collection visits, private exhibition viewings, studio trips with artists, and first access to art fair VIP passes.</p>

    <p><strong>FRIENDS OF PERFORMING ARTS</strong><br />
      Is a community of passionate theater-goers, music enthusiasts and dance lovers dedicated to Japanese performing arts. Since 1953, Japan Society has presented over 700 performances of the finest in traditional and contemporary dance, music, theater and puppetry arts. From traditional noh plays to commissioned new works from cutting-edge artists, Japan Society is committed to bringing innovative artists of the highest caliber to New York and the U.S.</p>

    <p><span style="font-size: 1.00rem">ADDITIONAL PERKS</span>: Advanced notice of performing arts outings, special invitations to private rehearsals, intimate chats and post-show toasts with artists.</p>

    <p><strong>FRIENDS OF FILM</strong><br />
      Are avid film-lovers who celebrate the country’s rich cinematic culture. Since its first screening in 1922, the Film Program has become the leading pioneer introducing Japan’s rich and diverse films to American audiences. From retrospectives of classics by seminal film-makers, to JAPAN CUTS featuring international, U.S. and New York premieres of the most current releases, Film at Japan Society has something to enchant everyone.</p>

      <p><span style="font-size: 1.00rem">ADDITIONAL PERKS</span>: Private invitations to intimate receptions with prominent film actors, directors, and industry professionals, special screenings, among other film-related events.</p>

    <p><strong>FRIENDS OF EDUCATION AND FAMILY PROGRAMS</strong><br />
      Have a strong desire to make a difference in international education. Sparking interest in Japan through a suite of family, school and educators programs, our Education department connects classrooms around the world.</p>

<p><span style="font-size: 1.00rem">ADDITIONAL PERKS</span>: Special invitations to the Junior Fellows Student Exchange program semi-annual receptions, among other education-related receptions and events. </p>

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