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January 2021
[Crow Museum of Asian Art] Born of Fire: Contemporary Japanese Women Ceramic Artists
The Crow Museum of Asian Art of The University of Texas at Dallas is proud to present Born of Fire: Contemporary Japanese Women Ceramic Artists. Women have traditionally played only a minor role in Japan’s long history in clay. This exhibition features a selection of works by living emerging and internationally established Japanese women ceramic artists. Pioneering new forms and technical and aesthetic innovations in the medium, these remarkable artists are breaking barriers and forging new ways of creating and…
Find out more »May 2021
[Samurai Collection] Iron Men: The Artistry of Iron in Samurai Armor
Iron Men: The Artistry of Iron in Samurai Armor features over eighty artworks including several masterpieces and many objects that have never before been on display. The exhibition examines the vital role that iron played in Japanese warrior technology and culture for over a millennium. The Museum is free and open to the public Saturdays and Sundays 11 am to 5 pm. For select weekday appointments, please call the Museum at (214) 965-1032 for availability. Mask or face coverings are required.…
Find out more »October 2021
Studio Ghibli Fest 2021
For decades Studio Ghibli has created breathtakingly beautiful movies that have captivated and inspired audiences for generations through masterful storytelling and stunning visuals. Join GKIDS and Fathom Events for the annual Studio Ghibli Fest to experience the wonder of these groundbreaking, beloved animated films. The studio has produced some of the world’s most beloved films, including Ponyo, Kiki’s Delivery Service, Princess Mononoke, Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind, Tale of the Princess Kaguya, and Whisper of the Heart.…
Find out more »November 2021
[JAL Foundation] 17th Annual World Children’s Haiku Contest 2021-2022
Announcing the JAL Foundation 17th Annual World Children's Haiku Contest 2021-22! JAL FOUNDATION biennially organizes the 'World Children's Haiku Contest', and we are happy to announce that the 17th contest is to be held this year. The theme of the 17th contest is 'Towns.' Through the contest, children are given the opportunity to compose haiku that will encompass their memories. The experience of composing haiku will also become a part of their pleasant memories of their childhood. All Grand-prize haiku…
Find out more »December 2021
[Online Japanese Language Workshop] The Art of Desu
This workshop introduces a variety of expressions and sentences using the Japanese copula verb of "desu." The lesson covers the basic sentence structure using adjectives, nouns, and “desu,” along with an introduction to the “wa” and “ga” particles. By emphasizing the different possibilities of “desu'' and how easily the sentence structure can be applied, learners will be able to create some basic Japanese sentences on their own. This workshop is an extension of one of the topics covered in our…
Find out more »Anime Frontier 2021
About Set in Fort Worth, TX, a city that blends cosmopolitan energy and cowboy culture, Anime Frontier Powered By Crunchyroll brings together the best of the US and Japan for a showcase of what’s next in Japanese entertainment. Featuring some of the biggest guests in anime and manga and leading publishers in their first appearance in Texas, Anime Frontier is three days of exciting exhibits, exclusive premieres, and show-stopping special events. Join us as Japan takes over the Fort Worth…
Find out more »[Online Japanese Language Workshop] Learning Japanese through Media and Entertainment
Course Description This workshop focuses on the listening and speaking aspect of Japanese by learning through media. Popular forms of entertainment that we will discuss include movies, TV shows, commercials, and music. The course is designed to offer real-world application of the Japanese language and how it is used in platforms that are distributed around the world. Students will learn expressions and sentences that provide a glimpse into Japanese culture and the spoken word. Note: prior knowledge of hiragana/katakana/kanji is…
Find out more »2021 Bonenkai Forget-the-Year Party
Bonenkai is back as an in-person event! Close out 2021 with food, drink, and good company! Bid the year farewell with your fellow members as we welcome new friendships and opportunities on the horizon. This will be the first Bonenkai in our new office, which is a beautiful and spacious setting to celebrate the return of our traditional end-of-year party. Special programs for this year's Bonenkai are: Japanese whisky and spirits testing session (optional) Silent Auction Fun Door Prizes -…
Find out more »January 2022
2022 Mochitsuki New Year’s Celebration
Mochitsuki is back as in-person event! Please join us for the return of Mochitsuki as an in-person program. Celebrate the Year of the Tiger with delicious mochi (rice cakes), music and dance performances, and authentic cultural activities. Learn about Japan’s rich New Year’s traditions and connect with the local Japanese community. **The Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth will continue to monitor the COVID situation in the City of Richardson and Collin County. Additional information will be released on this website,…
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