[asiacouncil] Japanese Animation Convention in Atlanta

Tue Jan 31 12:46:17 EST 2017

Good Afternoon:

Your students (and you perhaps) may be interested in attending Seishun-con in Atlanta Feb. 12-12.   Please pass this along to any interested parties.

The Japanese Consulate in Atlanta puts out this newsletter.  Scroll down or other interesting events.

David Starling
Chair
Asia Council
Valdosta State University
1500 North Patterson St.
Valdosta, GA 31698
Tel. 229-219-1246

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From: Consulate General of Japan in Atlanta <info at aa.mofa.go.jp>
Sent: Tuesday, January 31, 2017 12:30 PM
To: David L Starling
Subject: Japan Currents Vol 85 November 2016

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Vol 88 February 2017

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Seishun Con (Atlanta, GA)
February 10 - 12, 2017
Atlanta Marriott Perimeter Center
246 Perimeter Center Parkway NE
Atlanta, GA  30346

Seishun Con is an Atlanta-based convention focused on Japanese Anime, Manga and culture. With everything from fan-presented panels and industry guests to a buzzing dealer's room and all-night Dance you're sure to find something to capture your fancy.
We pride ourselves on having a fun and inviting atmosphere, so whether you are brand new to the fandom or a seasoned veteran, you're always welcome at Seishun Con!
For more information visit Seishun Con<https://t.e2ma.net/click/ur62q/ymx71l/iukeff>

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Film Screening - "Sweet Bean" (Durham, NC)

Wednesday, February 22, 2017
7:00 PM
Bryan University Center<https://t.e2ma.net/click/ur62q/ymx71l/efmeff>
125 Science Drive
Durham, NC 27708
919-684-8111

Naomi Kawase, 2015, 113 min, Japan, in Japanese w/ English subtitles.
"Sweet Bean" is a delicious red bean paste, the sweet heart of the dorayaki pancakes that Sentaro (Masatoshi Nagase) sells from his little bakery to a small but loyal clientele. Absorbed in sad memories and distant thoughts, Sentaro cooks with skill but without enthusiasm. When seventy-six-year-old Tokue (Kirin Kiki) responds to his ad for an assistant and cheerfully offers to work for a ridiculously low wage, Sentaro is skeptical about the eccentric old lady's ability to endure the long hours. But when she shows up early one morning and reveals to him the secret to the perfect sweet bean paste, Sentaro agrees to take her on.
With Tokue's new home cooked sweet bean paste recipe, Sentaro's business begins to flourish, but Tokue is afflicted with an illness that, once revealed, drives her into isolation once again. Winner for Best Actress Performance at Asia Pacific Screen Awards (2015).
For more information visit http://asianmideast.duke.edu/events/screensociety-cine-east-east-asian-cinema-japan-sweet-bean<https://t.e2ma.net/click/ur62q/ymx71l/u7meff>

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The 12th Annual Japan Academic Challenge
& the 26th Annual Japanese Speech Contest (Atlanta, GA)
Saturday, March 4, 2017
3001 Mercer University Dr
Atlanta, GA 30341

The Japan Academic Challenge is a team competition which will challenge students' knowledge of Japanese cultural aspects, including: history, geography, language, and current events. The Japanese Speech Contest gives students the opportunity to demonstrate their understanding of the Japanese language by reciting an original speech. This contest provides a unique opportunity for the top winner to receive a roundtrip ticket to Japan!

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Cherry Blossom Festival (Birmingham, AL)

Saturday March 18, 2017
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Birmingham Botanical Gardens<https://t.e2ma.net/click/ur62q/ymx71l/mdqeff>
2612 Lane Park Rd
Birmingham, AL 35223
205-703-0960

The event is free to the public. activities and booths at the Cherry Blossom Festival will include the Alabama Bonsai Society, Birmingham Go Club, origami, calligraphy and sumi-e tables from contributing groups across Alabama. The Toshinan Tea House will be open for viewing throughout the day. For more information about the festival, visit www.jasaweb.org<https://t.e2ma.net/click/ur62q/ymx71l/25qeff>.
For more information visit The Japan America Society of Alabama<https://t.e2ma.net/click/ur62q/ymx71l/iyreff>

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35th Annual Macon Cherry Blossom Festival (Macon, GA)
March 24 - April 2, 2017
Various locations throughout Macon, GA
478-330-7050
Originally a sleepy southern town, Macon has now become a bustling center of beauty and international friendship. The Festival’s roots began with a man who possessed a deep appreciation for beauty and a passion for horticulture. The man in question was none other than the late William A. Fickling Sr., a local realtor, who discovered the first Yoshino cherry tree in Macon while strolling about in his backyard.
The year was 1949, and at the time of his discovery, he was unaware that the tree was a Yoshino species, rare to the South. Awed by the tree’s unique beauty, he began inquiring around town as to what species of tree it was. But, no one knew, not even his own gardener!
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3rd Annual Brookhaven Cherry Blossom Festival (Brookhaven, GA)
March 25 - 26, 2017
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Blackburn Park
3493 Ashford Dunwood Road NE
Atlanta, GA 30319

Celebrate the beginning of spring with the blooming of more than 140 Cherry Blossom Trees in the 52 acre Blackburn Park located off Ashford Dunwoody Road in Brookhaven. Enjoy two days of fun, food and family entertainment with more than an expected 10,000 visitors for the 5K Run-Walk and 1K Walk. Shop around the artist market, bring the kids to the children’s village, pet world, parade, live entertainment, food and beverages and more!
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36th Annual Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival (Conyers, GA)
March 25 - 26, 2017
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Gerogia International Horse Park
1996 Centennial Olympic Parkway
Conyers, GA 30013
The Cherry Blossom Festival originated as a way to encourage cultural understanding and friendship through international music, dance, games, food and crafts. The festival offers multiple stages for continuous entertainment, hundreds of art and craft booths, various children's activities and food courts. The Conyers Cherry Blossom Festival has received many awards over the years for Best Event in the Southeast by the Southeast Festival and Events Association.  It has also been selected over the years as a Top 20 Event in the Southeast by the Southeast Tourism Society.
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Tuscaloosa Cherry Blossom Festival (Tuscaloosa, AL)
Saturday, April 1, 2017
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Midtown Mall
1800 McFarland Boulevard East
Tuscaloosa, AL 35404
The Sakura Festival celebrates ties with Tuscaloosa's sister city of Narashino, Japan. Events held throughout March include exhibits, performances and educational opportunities around Japanese culture. The highlight is the final event, the Sakura Matsuri held at Midtown Mall, a one-day event that brings together much of Sakura's offerings.  Traditional dancing and drumming are featured on stage throughout the day!

Learn Japanese Music - Special School Caravan
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The Consulate-General of Japan in Atlanta would like to present a new opportunity for schools offering Music classes. In this special edition of our School Caravan, students will have the chance to experience Japanese culture in the musical sphere!

In this Caravan workshop, specifically geared toward music students, our consulate staff will introduce and present on music and instruments traditionally used as accompaniment in Japanese festivals. Students will have a hands-on experience learning Japanese musical notation, tempo, and scales (as they differ from Western music) and then use this knowledge to perform, with staff guidance, a short piece of traditional festival music with the authentic Japanese flute (fuè), small taiko drums (shimè-daiko), and hand-bell (kanè).

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The Consulate General of Japan in Atlanta is an overseas establisment of the Government of Japan. The main function of our office is to protect Japanese nationals and economic interests, provide consular services and cultural exchange. There are 17 Japanese diplomatic missions in the United States. The jurisdiction of our office in Atlanta is Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina.

Consulate General of Japan in Atlanta
Phipps Tower, Suite 850
3438 Peachtree Road
Atlanta, GA 30326
Email: info at aa.mofa.go.jp
Phone: 404-240-4300
Fax: 404-240-4311
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