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Upcoming Events

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  EDUCATOR PROGRAM

  Medieval Japan: People & Systems in the World of the Shogunate

  Saturday, October 7 — Sunday, December 3

  This 24-hour, 5-session professional development course explores and analyzes the world of Japan during the 12th through 15th centuries as the warrior class rose to power under the Kamakura Shogunate. This two (2) credit course will provide participants with the resources and skills to create and refine lesson plans for the high school classroom and beyond.
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  EXHIBITION

  Hiroshi Sugimoto: Gates of Paradise

  Friday, October 20 — Sunday, January 7

  This fall, explore one of the earliest, and largely unknown, encounters between Japan and the West in the 16th century, as seen through the eyes of artist Hiroshi Sugimoto.
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  HAPPY HOUR

  Escape East @ 333

  Friday, October 20, 6 PM
  Friday, November 10, 6 PM

  Escape from a long work week and celebrate the opening night of our fall exhibition with this special installment of our popular monthly mixer for art enthusiasts.
  
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  FAMILY PROGRAM

  Shichigosan: Celebrating the Health of Children

  Saturday, October 21 — Sunday, October 22

  Celebrate the growth and good health of children ages 3, 5 and 7 through the Shinto ritual of Shichigosan ("seven-five-three" in Japanese). 3- and 5-year-old boys and 3- and 7-year-old girls of all nationalities and religions, with accompanying adults, are invited to participate in this traditional celebration.
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  LECTURE

  Monsignor Timothy Verdon: Two Visions of Paradise

  Saturday, October 21, 6 PM

  Join Monsignor Timothy Verdon, Ph.D., Canon of the Florence Cathedral and Director of the Museo dell'Opera del Duomo, for an inaugural lecture focusing on the legacy of Ghiberti's Gates, and Sugimoto's novel interpretation.
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  LANGUAGE CENTER EVENT

  Japanese Trial Lesson for Beginners

  Monday, October 23, 12 PM
  Thursday, November 30, 6:30 PM

  Have you always wanted to learn Japanese, but were unsure where to start? Come for a Japanese Trial Lesson for Beginners, taught by Japanese instructors at the Language Center. These lessons are meant for persons with no previous knowledge of Japanese.
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  TALKS+

  Kampo: Ancient Holistic Remedies for the Modern World

  Wednesday, October 25, 6:30 PM

  Kampo (herbal Japanese medicine) practitioner Dr. Yuko Nozaki, founder of Ido Holistic Center, joins us to reveal the history, practice and uses of these herbal formulas in Japan and the world today. Followed by a reception.
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  LANGUAGE CENTER EVENT

  Nihongo Chat + J-Culture

  Friday, October 27, 6 PM
  Friday, November 17, 6 PM
  Tuesday, December 19, 6 PM

  Join Japanese-language students and native Japanese speakers at this informal gathering to practice Japanese and English! Anyone with some Japanese and English language experience is welcome to attend. This Nihongo Chat + J-Culture event will feature a demonstration on Ikebana, Japanese flower arranging.
  
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  FAMILY PROGRAM

  Obake Family Day: Spirits of the Misty Sea

  Sunday, October 29, 11 AM

  As Halloween approaches, embark on an eerie expedition by land and by sea to reach new frontiers filled with friendly Japanese ghosts and goblins. Discover a spooky world of unparalleled adventure at Japan Society’s Obake Family Day!
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  INNOVATORS NETWORK

  Are Rural Communities Doomed? Changemakers Say No!

  Monday, October 30, 6:30 PM

  In response to the economic and demographic challenges facing rural communities throughout Japan, entrepreneurial leaders in Japan have responded with bold thinking and innovative solutions. Join us for an engaging discussion with five leading Japanese changemakers: Atsuhisa Emori, Kenji Hayashi, Ryoko Sato, Tsuyoshi Sekihara, and Junichi Tamura. Moderated by Richard McCarthy, Executive Director, Slow Food USA.
  
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