06Jun 2022 by Nippon Club
Children’s Day 2022 (子供の日)

Children’s Day 2022 (子供の日)

Kodomo No Hi, Mochi-tsuki, Uncategorized
After three years' rest, huge Carps are back! On Sunday, May 15th, Triangle Japan club held the Children's Day Celebration at Raleigh's NC Japan Center. 子供の日 ("Kodomo no Hi") is a national holiday in Japan to celebrate the healthy growth and happiness of children. Did you enjoy Japanese anime songs, join workshops, and have a bowl of matcha in a tea room? This year's event was a huge success: 358 people attended. The weather was perfect and set up and take down went smoothly. All the activities were enjoyed by many participants, and children were happy! Thanks to each of the 85 volunteers and performers for your hard work. This event would not have been possible without your support. Carps came back. (Koinobori (鯉のぼり) or "carp streamers," are traditional carp-shaped…
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10Dec 2021 by Kimberly Sergent

Holiday Origami Workshop

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Holiday Origami Workshop This workshop has concludedthank you very much for participating!Date: 15/12 (Wednesday)Time: 7-8 pm Eastern Time In this Zoom event, we will have an Origami Workshop led by Ty Yamamoto, a Chicago-based filmmaker, photographer, and Japanese teacher. He will teach us how to fold 3 different kinds of origami, including a holiday-themed origami! This workshop will be a one hour lesson focusing on introductory folding patterns for origami, the traditional Japanese art of paper folding. Please have at least 3 origami papers, you can also use square pieces (6x6" is recommended) About Ty Yamamoto: Ty Yamamoto is a Chicago-based filmmaker, photographer and Japanese teacher with a passion for the art of folding paper. Ever since childhood, Ty has loved folding all sorts of intricate paper creations. Over the…
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14Sep 2021 by Kimberly Sergent

🏞️ Journeys in hidden Japan – Nakasendō Way 🏞️

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Journeys in hidden Japan - Nakasendō Way   🏞️ This Event has concluded 🏞️Date: 9/22 (Wednesday)Time: 7-8:30 pm Eastern Time In this virtual zoom event, we will showcase local Taiko festival songs performed by Triangle Taiko via a pre-recording. We will then have a presentation held by Shima Enomoto about Nakasendō, hiking trails that are historical hidden gems in Japan. Come meet Shima-san, tour-guide and expert sake consultant! About Shima-san:After 25 years of investment banking, Shima decided to use her professional business experience and combine it with her twin passion for sake and travel. She returns to Japan twice a year to lead tours as a government-licensed interpreter/guide. She regularly leads walking tours, sake brewery tours, and art island tours.  Click here for more information. The deadline to register is by the…
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19Jul 2021 by Kimberly Sergent

🍣 What is Authentic Sushi? 🍣

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🍣 This event has concluded, thank you for being there!🍣 Date: 7/22 (Thursday)Time: 7-8pm Eastern Time "What is Authentic Sushi?" Learn about the topic straight from the renowned chef, Masa Tsujimura, the founder of Waraji. There will also be a brief history on Olympics in Japan in honor of the Tokyo Olympics starting the following day by Rocky Iwashima, the Chairperson of the Nippon Club of the Triangle.Registration has ended. The deadline to register is by the end of day on 7/20 (Tuesday). You will receive the Zoom link in your inbox by the end of day on 7/21 (Wednesday).Event Date: Thursday, July 22 from 7 PM to 8 PM Eastern Time.Event Schedule:7:00pm: Introduction of Tokyo 2021 Olympic Games7:10pm-7:40pm: "What is Authentic Sushi?" by Masa-san7:40pm-7:55pm: Q&A session8:00pm - on wards: *Optional…
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31Mar 2021 by Kimberly Sergent

🌸Virtual Ohanami Social Event 🌸

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🌸This event has concluded, thank you for joining us!🌸 Join us for a virtual "Ohanami," or cherry blossom viewing party! We will virtually celebrate the traditional custom of viewing cherry blossoms, so be sure to bring your favorite snacks and beverages! Here's what we have planned: We will first introduce Ohanami and the cultural importance of cherry blossoms in Japan. For our main event, we will have a second appearance of Rakugo performer Mr. Ken Saito to tell a story. After the performance, we welcome attendees to engage with Mr. Saito through conversation and interacting with one another! We will have a breakout session after the performance for guests to learn more about Rakugo, Cool Japan, and Japan tourism. There will be an additional breakout room for those interested in…
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10Nov 2020 by Kimberly Sergent
Nippon Club Social Hour Nov 11th

Nippon Club Social Hour Nov 11th

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The Nippon Club has been a little quiet since we've been unable togather face to face. Let's change all of that with some online fun! Thank you for joining us! Hope to see you at the next virtual event! Pour your favorite cocktail, soda or tea and jump on a casual Zoom video with others like yourself who are interested in Japanese music, arts, food, and culture. Anyone can join. Here's what we have planned:We'll start with a quick update on Nippon Club activities in a typical year, and in 2020 (we miss getting together and hosting events!)Then we'll start our social hour in smaller groups using the Zoom Breakout Rooms feature. Just introduce yourself and give a few more fun facts (we'll give you ideas!), talk with others in…
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01Jul 2020 by Nippon Club
The Annual NC Japan Summer Festival 2021 is cancelled.

The Annual NC Japan Summer Festival 2021 is cancelled.

Event, Natsu Matsuri
The NC Japan Summer Festival organized by the Nippon Club of the Triangle will not be held this year due to the ongoing potential of COVID-19 outbreak. The NC Japan Summer festival is an indoor venue where everyone can celebrate and enjoy delicious authentic Japanese food, unique crafts and goods, traditional cultural displays and activities, and lots of exciting music, dancing and other Japanese entertainment. Due to the summer festival being cancelled this year, the Nippon Club of the Triangle will instead hold virtual events to celebrate the Summer Festival safely and bring the joy of exploring Japanese culture to your doorstep instead! We will update you with the events as we approach their dates during the summer time. You can look into previous years of NC Japan Summer Festival…
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01Apr 2020 by Nippon Club
Children’s Day has been cancelled

Children’s Day has been cancelled

Event, Kodomo No Hi
The Nippon Club of the Triangle is very excited to announce a fun event for the whole family! "Kodomo no Hi," or "Children's Day," is a national holiday in Japan celebrating the healthy growth and happiness of children, traditionally on the fifth day of the fifth month of the year. This year's event will be celebrated by the Nippon Club on Saturday, May 2nd, 2020 and will feature games, music, and demos by our affiliated culture clubs! Event Details Time/Date: May 2, 2020, 2 PM - 4 PM Place: NC Japan Center (705 Barbour Drive, Raleigh) Admission: Free and Open to the Public (Suggested Donation of $5/Adult) Event Activities (All activities are free) Mochitsuki Demonstration and Tasting Taiko/Kendo Mini-Lesson Music Performances by Triangle Choir Club Origami Kabuto (Samurai Helmet) Children's…
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04Feb 2020 by Nippon Club
International Festival is cancelled

International Festival is cancelled

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International Focus board has voted to postpone the International Festival and next festival will be from February 26 through 28, 2021. Message from International Focus our highest priority is the safety of our attendees and participants. https://internationalfocus.org/festival/ and cancellation letter
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