JETAA Chapter Beat for November 2016
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Ryan Hata (Tottori-ken, 2014-Present) AJET National Council Director of Alumni Relations: Ryan is in his second year on the AJET National Council and first as the Director of Alumni Relations. He works alongside Rachel Brisson (AJET National Council Director of Alumni Resources ) and members of JETAA International (JETAA-I) to strengthen the relationship between former JETs, current JETs, and Japan. Ryan helps to keep you up to date with JETAA events around the world. If you have a specific event that you would like promote, please do not hesitate to contact him by email at ryan.hata@ajet.net or his Linkedin profile.
As fall comes and goes in Japan, many people are starting to have indoor activities and events. The biggest change has been the type of food available for purchase. We’re now starting to see oden and nabe sold at conbinis and local shops. Check out if the cooler weather is sparking indoor eating events in your local JETAA community.
1. JETAANC
When: November 2nd, 6 pm-7 pm PDT
Where: 3 Embarcadero Ctr, San Francisco, CA 94111-4034, United States
**Can’t join in person? Watch remotely on this event page via FB Live Video!: https://www.facebook.com/
Enjoy some free pizza and snacks while learning about our chapter’s many volunteer opportunities for JET alumni and friends. Whether you have only a little time to volunteer or a lot, we can match you with the right opportunity to fit your passions, talents, and time constraints.
We are looking for help with our social, cultural, career development, and scholarship programs; chapter operations, including communications/social media, IT, and membership; and activities supporting the JET Program.
Volunteering for JETAANC is a great way to “give back” to Japan while learning new skills and working with a talented, fun team to make a big impact in our community. It also looks great on your resume to have worked for a major 501(c)(3) NPO!
Register here: https://
Agenda:
6:00 – Registration & networking
6:15 – Intro to JETAANC & volunteer opportunities
6:30 – Q&A and volunteer sign up
7:00 – Networking Nomikai at nearby Crystal Jade (4 Embarcadero Center)
Location:
3 Embarcadero Center
20th Floor
San Francisco
JETAANC’s Volunteering page: http://www.jetaanc.org/
Photo from JETAANC’s Facebook event
When: November 3rd, 5:30 pm NZDT
Where: 18F, Majestic Centre, 100 Willis street, Wellington, New Zealand 6011
It’s that time when JETAA Wellington are having our monthly meeting again. Come and join us to discuss what we’ve been up to and what we are going to be up to in the coming months.
November will be a busy month, with the Photo Contest and Exhibition in full swing, as well as the Japan Festival on November 26. Lock in your chance to work on the Taiyaki stall, or see how else you can get involved in these events and much more just by coming along! We hope to see you there!
Photo from JETAA Wellington’s Facebook event
3. JETAA Ottawa
When: November 3rd, 7 pm-9pm EDT
Where: 110 Laurier Avenue West, Ottawa, ON, Ottawa, Ontario K2P 2L7
Join JETAA Ottawa, alumni, and the public as we celebrate 25 years of JETAA in Ottawa. This year’s Networking Wine and Sushi will be replaced by a swanky celebratory soiree that boasts the same AYCE / AYCD wine, sake, and snacks as in previous years but this year will also host a VIP keynote speaker, a representative from the Embassy of Japan, and live entertainment.
The event runs from 7-9pm
Jean Pigott Hall, Ottawa City Hall
Tickets are $20 (EARLY BIRD PRICE) and will go up on October 27th. Get yours today!
Dress: Business or National Dress
Photo from JETAA Ottawa’s Facebook Page
When: November 3rd, 6 pm-8pm PDT
Where: 2223 NE Alberta St. Portland, OR
Recently returned from JET and need a little help with your job search? Join our Resume Writing Workshop!
To help you find your new job the JET Alumni Association of Portland is putting together a resume workshop for new returnees. This is a great chance for you to work with our JET Alumni and get your resume ready to send out to those potential employers and recruiters. This will be a working session to help you take your resumes and cover letters from rough draft to final edition. By the end of the session you will have met some new faces, put together your resume, created a version of your cover letter, and will be ready to move forward in your job search.
When: Thursday, Nov. 3rd, 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Where: Townshend’s Tea (2223 NE Alberta St. Portland, OR) – find us in the basement at one of the big tables!
What to bring: Your current resume and cover letter, a list of your accomplishments on JET, a list of previous employers, writing and note taking materials.
Also considering bringing: Character references, business cards, and a laptop if you would prefer to work digitally.
RSVP: Contact Michael Richey if you’re interested in joining or if you have questions.
Photo from JETAA Portland’s website
JET Programme 30th Anniversary Cocktail Celebration
When: November 4th, 7 pm AEDT
Where: 23 South Wharf Promenade, Melbourne, Australia 3006
Let’s celebrate 30 years of JET!
It’s time to get classy and dress up for JETAA Vic/Tas/SA’s biggest event of the year, a cocktail night commemorating 30 years of the JET Programme!
Hosted a stones throw away from the ocean edge, this evening will see people from all walks of life, touched by JET, come together to celebrate the many friendships built through the programme over the years.
We hope you can make it to this truly special event! Make sure to spread the word to former JETs you know who may not have received information about this event. We would love as many JETAA members to attend as possible!
WHEN: Friday November 4th, 7pm ~
WHERE: The Boatbuilders Yard, The Decks Private Room, 23 S Wharf Promenade, South Wharf VIC 3006
COST: $15 for members and non-members, including 2 hrs of canapés and various drinks
RSVP: Must be received by Thursday 10am October 27th at rsvp@victassa.jetaa.org.au
Hope to see you there!
— From your friends on the JETAA Vic/Tas/SA Committee
Photo from JETAA Vic/Tas/SA’s Facebook event page
6. JETAAUK
When: November 4th, 6 pm-11pm GMT
Where: 37-38 Great Marlborough St, London, W1F 7JFUnited Kingdom
Our third social with a twist! We will be meeting at O’Neill’s in Carnaby Street for the usual pub socialising. A space has been reserved from 6pm. As usual, look out for the JETAA sign and the hinomaru flag.
For those who would like to re-live the fun of belting out some tunes in a room full of fellow Karaoke lovers, we have made reservations at Adanami from 7 – 9pm. We aim to meet at the pub and head to the venue for 7pm, alternatively, you can make your way to the venue directly and meet us outside.
In true Japanese style, the venue is pretty small so unfortunately there are only 10 tickets available. Get yours ASAP to avoid disappointment. But don’t worry if you can’t get a ticket there is a waiting list which you can add your name to so you will get priority for our next Karaoke social.
The Karaoke venue is BYOB so feel free to purchase something before hand, we will also be making a pit stop enroute to the venue.
This is a great chance to re-connect with other JETs and friends and get natsukashii about your experiences in Japan whilst networking and meeting new people. Share your sempai wisdom with the recently returned JETs or get to know those who have been back for a while longer. Friends of JETs are are also very very welcome, so feel free to invite anyone even if they weren’t a JET.
Details
- Date:
- Nov 4
- Time:
- 18:00 – 23:00
- Cost:
- £10.50
- Website:
- https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/karaoke-at-adanami-tickets-28763661887
Photo from JETAAUK’s website
7. PNWJETAA
When: November 5th, 9 am-4:30 pm PDT
Where: 3710 Montlake Blvd NE, Seattle, WA 98195, United States
Whether you’ve just come back from Japan, or have recently moved to the Pacific Northwest or are considering trying something new, it’s time to figure out what your next move will be: Job? Grad School? Volunteering?
Get ideas and advice as well as network in order to put your next plan of action into motion! PNWJETAA has a great program lined up for whichever direction you are planning to go next! Although this event will be open to the public, it was originally created to serve the needs of our members like YOU!
Transitions: Opportunities Forum & Networking Expo!
Saturday, November 5th from 9:00am – 4:30pm
University of Washington, Waterfront Activities Center
3710 Montlake Blvd., Seattle, Washington 98195
Please visit the Transitions Site for updates and full details
Reserve your space TODAY with these two simple steps:
- Purchase your ticketHERE(http://transitions2016.brownpapertickets.com/)
- Complete the Participant Survey: (http://transitions.pnwjetaa.org/?page_id=90)
Admission includes:
- Key Note Presentation on “How to Parlay The JET Experience In the Real World”
- Presentation on “Being Competitive in the Japanese Company Job Market” – from a recruiter’s perspective
- Small group discussions: LinkdIn Tips & Best Practices; Careers using Japanese Language Skills, Creating Balance, Continuing Education Options.
- Individual resume reviews
- Profile headshots by professional photographer
- Networking Expo: Meet one-on-one with today’s presenters as well as local community, grad school program & business representatives.
If you are not yet a registered member of PNWJETAA, be sure to register with PNWJETAA(http://pnwjetaa.org/registration-2/registration/) in order to purchase the discounted Transitions Ticket!
Photo from PNWJETAA’s Website
Welcome Back 2016 Returning JETs
When: November 6th, 2 pm-5 pm NZDT
Where: 3710 Montlake Blvd NE, Seattle, WA 98195, United States
As my final event as the Kiwi JET Coordinator, I am hosting a “Yaki Food Fiesta” of Okonomiyaki and Takoyaki at my house in Tawa (only 15mins from the city by train or car) on Sunday afternoon and really hope you can make it along to welcome the 2016 Returning JETs back to the friendly JETAA Wellington Community.
Our country Rep will be in Japan for the 30th anniversary celebrations that weekend so it is great timing for us to celebrate vicariously with her and an awesome way to share some delicious food with great people. BYO drinks but JETAA Wellington will provide all yummy okonomiyaki and takoyaki!
Please click “going” on the event if you are able to make it so we can be sure to get enough ingredients Friends, family, plus ones welcome, just let me know when you RSVP :)
I will message everyone who is coming a few days before the party with my house number (and my cellphone just in case) but Roy Street is only a 5-8minute walk from Tawa Train Station (take the Kapiti line from Wellington for 15minutes) – Hope to see you there!
Please note that the Embassy will still organise an official Welcome Back (which have been running at the Ambassador’s Residence each year since 2014) for the 2016 Returning JETs but due to the Japan Festival in November this won’t be until February this year so this is a great chance for a more timely and slightly less formal Welcome Back :)
Photo from JETAA Wellington’s Facebook event page
When: November 6th, 12 pm-4 pm CST
Where: 2500 West End Avenue, Nashville, Tennessee 37203
The weather is finally cooling off and that means it’s time for our annual Nashville Japan Potluck! Music City JET Alumni
Association welcomes everyone to come join us for delicious food, great fun, and the chance to meet amazing people!
Food and games will be provided, however the fun of a potluck is getting to share your favorite dishes with new friends!
Photo from JETAA Music City’s Facebook event page
10. JETAA Chicago
When: November 7th, 6:30 pm CST
Where: 659 W Diversey Pkwy, Chicago, Illinois 60614
On Monday, November 7th, JETAA Chicago will have its monthly member meeting.
The meeting’s location will be Next Door Chicago on Diversey. It will not be at Mitsuwa. (But that photo is from our Survivor Series, which you can learn about!)
This meeting will be the introduction of the new board for the 2016-2017 year. Come learn about the new leadership and let us learn what you want out of JETAA this year!
We gladly welcome returnees and alumni alike.
A light dinner is provided to all who attend. Let us know if you have any food allergies or avoidances. This time we will be buying food from Next Door. They savory and sweet crepes, coffees and teas as well.
There may be a nomikai afterwards for those interested.
Email info@jetaachicago.com with any questions or any items you would like to add to the agenda. We are looking forward to seeing you!
Photo from JETAA Chicago’s Facebook event page
11. JETAADC
JETs@State Briefing and Reception
When: November 10th, 4-5:30 pm EST
Where: 2201 C St NW, Washington, DC 20520
** To register, please email professionaldevelopment@je
Please join us for a special, combined event between JETAADC and JETs@State with a special guest in the Delegates Lounge at the U.S. Department of State. Stay tuned for updates!
Photo from JETAADC’s website
12. JETAANY
When: November 10th, 7-10 pm EST
Where: 333 E 47th St, New York, New York 10017
After consulting the I Ching, it has been determined that our next read will be THE NARROW ROAD TO THE DEEP NORTH, the 2014 Man Booker Prize-winning novel by Richard Flanagan.
The book tells the story of Dorrigo Evans, an Australian doctor haunted by memories of a love affair and his subsequent experiences as a prisoner of war. Taking its title from 17th-century haiku poet Basho’s travel journal, the novel is epic in form and chronicles an Australian century, with one horrific day at its heart on the Burma Railway in August 1943. Encompassing the post-war lives of Japanese and Korean prison guards as well as Australian Far East Prisoners of War, the novel deals both with the effects of war and the many forms of love.
The JETAANY Book Club is open to anyone with an interest in Japan and a love of reading. Please join us for a casual, nonjudgmental discussion!
Bring $3-5 for pizza; soda will be provided but snacks/dessert/wine for sharing is welcome.
RSVP/
Photo from JETAANY’s Facebook event page
13. JETAA Toronto
Toronto Reel Asian International Film Festival
When/Where: November 10th, 7 pm EST at 6 Garamond Ct, North York, ON M3C 1Z5,
November 11th, 6:15 pm EST at 350 King St W, Toronto, ON M5V 3X5, Canada
JETAA Toronto is proud to be co-presenting two, that’s right two films at this year’s Reel Asian Film Festival! Now in its 20th year! #ReelAsian20
This year, we co-present to you…
MY DAD & MR ITO お父さんと伊藤さん
(November 10th at the JCCC. 7pm)
TSUKIJI WONDERLAND 築地ワンダーランド
(November 11th at the TIFF Bell Lightbox. 6:15pm)
Two different, but well received Japanese films I feel should appeal to you fine JETAA members.
Please see the attached posters/promotional images, and absolutely stay tuned in the coming days for the trailers, even more information, promo codes for many films at the festival, and even the chance to win some tickets to the co-presented films! That’s right, free tickets could be yours all for reading the very wall you’re reading right now.
Check out the links below for more information on the festival, and I hope to see some of you out there at the movies!
Toronto Reel Asian International Film Festival
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/reelasian
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelasian/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/reelasian
Photo from the Toronto Reel Asian International Film Festival’s Facebook page
14. JETAA Chicago
When: November 12th, 2 pm CST
Where: 222 Merchandise Mart Plz, Ste 1212, Chicago, Illinois 60654
Come learn from like-minded professionals at our annual Career Development Workshop.
Theme: Telling your JET story for the career you want.
We will have former JETs speaking on their current careers, how to update Linkedin profiles, and most importantly, how to tell your JET story for the career that you want. We will have a keynote speaker, and people from the fields of translation, international business, non-profit work and more!
**If you are from out of state, be sure to let us know in advance. We can reimburse for some of the costs of travel.
Supported by USJETAA and the Sasakawa USA
Be sure to register via our guestlist website. This will help with food and setup: https://guestlistapp.com/
Photo from JETAA Chicago’s Facebook event page
When: November 13th, 1 pm EST
Where: 5200 Woodward Ave, Detroit, Michigan 48202
Our monthly meet-up will happen at the DIA in November! We will check out the “Detroit After Dark” exhibition. This photographic exhibit includes architectural studies, street scenes and graffiti, as well as some of Detroit’s famous night haunts, like jazz club Baker’s Keyboard Lounge, the legendary Grande Ballroom, and punk and garage rock venues such as Bookie’s Club and the Gold Dollar. We will meet at Cafe DIA in the lower level. GLJETAA will have a special DIA gift for all alum that attend! Hope to see everyone next month!
Photo from the Great Lakes JETAA Facebook event page
When: November 13th, 2 pm MST
Where: 1710 S Broadway, Denver, Colorado 80210
Hey all, do you love boardgames, atari, and dare I say knitting? Then join JETAA Rocky Mountain at Grandma’s House on November 13th.
This quirky bar really does feel like your grandparents place, and is lined wall to wall with board games, atari, and an N64 – Come be dorky with us for an afternoon at Denver’s coziest bar.
And of course for our more recently returned JETs, feel free to bring any job announcments, cover letters, or resumes you’d like to have checked over.
Photo from JETAA Rocky Mountain’s Facebook event page
17. JETAAMN
When: November 16th, 6-9 pm CST
Where: 1900 Marshall St NE, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55418
Hello everyone!
Come and join us for drinks, food and fun at our November Happy Hour event on Wednesday, November 16th. This time, we will meet at Psycho Suzi’s Motor Lounge (www.psychosuzis.com) in Northeast Minneapolis. This is a great chance to catch up with old friends and make new ones.
Everyone is welcome!
From JETAAMN’s Facebook event page
18. JETAADC
When: November 19th, 5 pm EST
Where: Rhode Island Ave NE, Washington, DC (address will be released only to those who sign-up AND pay).*
The Ramen Returns
Autumn is upon us, and that means the craving for heart and soul warming food intensifies. How better than to sate this craving and also relive your Japan culinary experiences right here in Washington, DC?Joshua Beatty (CIR, Saga 99-01) has generously agreed to once again open up his home for a Night of Ramen. Josh spent the last several years studying traditional and new styles of ramen in Japan, as well as developing his own unique flavors that appeal to both Japanese and America palettes.
Join JETAADC on Saturday, November 19th as he dishes up a variety of ramen, a talk on the history and evolution of ramen, and his own personal experiences.
The ramen featured during the night will be Tonkotsu-based, but a vegetarian option (note: not vegan) will also be available. Please contact JET Talks directly to let us know of any food allergies, and we will do our best to accommodate you.
During the evening, Josh will demonstrate how to make garlic chili oil, an important condiment in Kyushu-style ramen. There will also be a 3 oz jar of garlic chili oil for each attendee to take home.
Date: Saturday, November 19
Time: 5:00 PM until last ramen serving
Cost: $15
Location: Rhode Island Ave NE, Washington, DC (address will be released only to those who sign-up AND pay).**
**Please note that, due to Safe Track surge #10, Rhode Island Avenue and other stations from Fort Totten to NoMa will be closed. The venue is accessible to Uber, Lyft, taxis and local bus lines, and parking is also available street-side and in a school parking lot across the street. Capital Bikeshare is also close by within 3~4 blocks of the venue.
Due to limited space, we’ll be accepting the first 20 people who sign up and pay. After that we’ll have a wait-list going if people have to drop out (contact JET Talks Chair Stephanie Sanders:jettalks@jetaadc.org). Also feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need to cancel your RSVP.
Sign-Up Here!
Photo from JETAADC’s website
19. JETAA Toronto
When: November 19th, 12:30-3:30 pm EST
Where: 50 Rolark Drive, Toronto, Ontario M1R 4G2
!! The much anticipated ceramics workshops are here !!
Secret Teatime, run by Helen Kong and Sorlie Madox offers ceramic workshops at varying levels, where you can make bowls, teacups, plates or teapots. JETAA kindly offers this event with reduced pricing so it’s a great opportunity to support this ceramic studio and try your hand at this beautiful art form.
Due to popularity and limitations on the number of participants allowed, this event sold out the past few years. If you are interested, please RSVP as soon as you can!
The workshops will be offered on Saturday November 19th and Sunday November 20th.
Sat Nov 19:
12:30 – 3:30 Bowls & Cups – $55 ($35 for JETAA) max # of participants: 8
4:30 – 7:30 Slab Plates – $55 ($35 for JETAA) max # of participants: 6
Sun Nov 20:
1:00 – 6:00 Teapots – $90 ($70 for JETAA) max # of participants: 4
Location:
50 Rolark Dr.
Scarborough, ON
M1R 4G2
RSVP: Amy Uyeda – amyritsuko@gmail.com
Photo from JETAA Toronto’s Facebook event page
When: November 23rd, 7-10 pm NZDT
Where: 371 St Asaph Street, Christchurch, New Zealand 8011
Come along to J-Kaiwa! This free event will allow you to spend time speaking in both Japanese and English. Meet new people and enjoy a fun quiz to win prizes.
Doors open 6.30pm, event starts 7pm so come in early and grab a drink and snack from the awesome bar!
All welcome, please bring your friends!
Photo from JETAA South Island’s Facebook event page
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