OVERVIEW: Through the end of 2020, the Crow Museum is featuring the works of over 35 Japanese ceramic artists, 7 of which have been bestowed the honor of "Living National Treasure," a title awarded by the Japanese government and reserved for only the highest levels of mastery for an artist in their craft. These works […]
OVERVIEW: The Fifty-Three Stations of the Tōkaidō (1834) are landscape woodblock prints created by master artist Utagawa Hiroshige (1797 - 1858). The prints depict the Tōkaidō, the imperial road running from Edo (modern day Tokyo) to the emperor's palace in Kyoto, and feature a variety of images from the lifestyle of noble feudal lord to […]
Announcing the JAL Foundation 16th Annual World Children's Haiku Contest 2019-2010! JAL FOUNDATION biennially organizes the 'World Children's Haiku Contest', and we are happy to announce that the 16th contest is to be held this year. The theme of the 16th contest is 'Sports.' Through the contest, children are given the opportunity to compose haiku […]
OVERVIEW: The Asia Society Texas Center in Houston is celebrating the 30th anniversary of contemporary Japanese kabuki print artist Tsuruya Kōkei's first solo show in America. Through the use of fragile materials, blended with the dynamic images of traditional Japanese Kabuki, Kōkei blends tradition with innovation to create truly unique works. This exhibition features all […]
Join us Sunday, October 6th at the Angelika Film Center for a showing of "Alternative Facts: The Lies of Executive Order 9066" - presented by Dallas VideoFest 32 DocuFest About Alternative Facts Alternative Facts: The Lies of Executive Order 9066 is a documentary feature film about the false information and political influences which led to the […]
One of the most thrilling movie epics of all time, Seven Samurai tells the story of a sixteenth-century village whose desperate inhabitants hire the eponymous warriors to protect them from invading bandits. This three-hour + ride from Akira Kurosawa—featuring legendary actors Toshiro Mifune and Takashi Shimura—seamlessly weaves philosophy and entertainment, delicate human emotions and relentless […]
Seeking Asylum in Japan: An Oral Narrative Approach to Asylum Seekers' Experiences in Tokyo A talk by David H. Slater (Sophia University, Tokyo) and Robin O’Day (U. Of North Georgia) Japan has positioned itself in paradoxical ways on the issue of refugees. Although it accepts and ultimately resettles very few refugees domestically, it is one […]
JAPAN RELIEF FUND: DONATE NOW Japan Society established the 2019 Typhoon Hagibis Relief Fund on October 16, 2019 to provide financial support to organizations assisting those who were impacted by Typhoon Hagibis. With the exception of 3% to cover credit card donations, one hundred percent of your tax-deductible contributions will support relief and recovery work in places […]
Join us for an evening of music and culture with Kana Madarame at the Kawai Piano Gallery on October 18th! This is a unique and rare opportunity you won't want to miss! Kana set up Project KANA~harmonize with infinity~, which aims to build a bridge between different cultures. This musical project has brought her to […]
Join us for the inaugural concert in the Shigeru Kawai Chamber Music Series and experience DFW’s own internationally acclaimed Shannon Lee on violin with TCU piano professor Michael Bukhman accompanying on piano! The Inaugural Concert of the Shigeru Kawai Chamber Series to be held at Kawai Piano Gallery on Saturday, October 19th at 6 pm. […]
THE JAPAN-AMERICA SOCIETY OF DALLAS/FORT WORTH INVITES YOU TO THE 6TH ANNUAL SUN & STAR GOLF CLASSIC! A day of golf, networking, and U.S.-Japan friendship! The 6th Annual Sun & Star Golf Classic is your opportunity to enjoy a scramble-format tournament, mingle with Japanese and American executives, and support JASDFW’s ongoing business, cultural, and educational programs. […]
OVERVIEW: Our friends at Ikebana International Dallas Chapter 13 are hosting the 18th Ikebana International North and Central American Regional Conference here in the heart of North Texas. Register today to take part in this annual event and see Ikebana Demonstrations, Exhibitions, an official Welcome and Sayonara Dinner, and business meetings. Guests can participate […]
Join the World Affairs Council of Greater Houston on an exploration of Japan from November 3-15, 2019. Witness modernity alongside tradition on an epic journey, which begins in Tokyo. Guests will experience this incredible global city and how it transforms from day to night. The tour group then continues to Kyoto, Hiroshima, Miyakima Island, and […]
