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Japan America Society Roundup 4.18.09

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Current Hiroshima-ken JET Gail Meadows shines a light on some of the upcoming events of various Japan America Societies…

JS of Boston

• The Rad Smith Program in Japanese Art – The JS of Boston and the Museum of Fine Arts present a program called “Passion in Porcelain: The Ceramic Genius of Sueharu Fukami.” Fukami has been called “Japan’s Greatest Ceramic Artist.” His large sculptural works have transformed the ancient technique of porcelain. Fukami, whose works are featured in the museum’s current exhibit “Celebrating Kyoto,” will discuss his methods of creating ceramic pieces. This program is presented in connection with the 50th anniversary celebration of the Kyoto-Boston Sister City relationship.
  • Date: Wednesday, April 22
  • Time: 7 p.m.
  • Place: Remis Auditorium in the Museum of Fine Arts
  • For tickets and more information: http://www.mfa.org/calendar/event.asp?eventkey=36902&date=4/22/2009

JS of New York

• Web Seminar – The JS of New York will host a seminar by Bank of Japan Governor Masaaki Shirakawa titled “The Way Out of Economic and Financial Crisis: Lessons and Actions.” Shirakawa will address the current global economic crisis and offer lessons from Japan’s recent experience.
  • Date: Thursday, April 23
  • Time: 1 p.m.
  • For more information: http://www.japansociety.org/event_detail?eid=3bbad4d2

JAS of Greater Philadelphia

• Rakugo Comedy Performance – Rakugo is a Japanese style of comedy in which a seated performer presents a monologue ending with skillfully delivered punch lines called “ochi.” Sanyutei Kyouraku is a well-known Rakugo storyteller. He will perform with English translation so non-Japanese speakers can enjoy this traditional Japanese entertainment as well. Seats are limited. Tickets are $30 for JASGP members.
  • Date: Friday, April 24
  • Time: Doors open at 6:30 p.m.; Performance starts at 7 p.m.
  • Place: Philadelphia Ethical Society, 1906 Rittenhouse Square, Philadelphia
  • For tickets and more information: http://jagphilly.org/rakugo.html

JAS of Kentucky

• The Races at Churchill Downs – Enjoy thoroughbred racing and lunch. Two Jockey Club suites have been reserved for JASK members throughout the afternoon thanks to corporate sponsors. Tickets are free but a reservation is required. Registration can be done online at http://jask.org/events.
  • Date: Thursday, May 14
  • Time: Noon to 2 p.m.
  • Place: Churchill Downs
  • For more information: http://jask.org/Content/Documents/Document.ashx?DocId=45875

Does your Japan America Society have an upcoming event that you’d like to share with JetWit readers? Email Gail Meadows the info.