Other Programs Held at IHJ
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Lecture on washi (Japanese paper)
Washi, or Japanese traditional paper, is known for its exquisiteness, durability, and usability in fans, shoji screens, and many other items. In this lecture which will be followed by workshops and hands-on sessions on later days at a different venue, our instructor will introduce the basics of the paper making process as well as the methods of producing the variety of papers, and show how Japanese paper differs from that of other cultures/regions. We hope both non-Japanese people who are interested in Japanese culture and Japanese people who would like to re-discover their own culture through English will join the lecture and learn a lot about washi.
Instructor: Mr. Paul Denhoed
[Date & Time] 10:00-12:00 on Saturday, May 15, 2010
[Venue] Seminar Room 403, International House of Japan (11-6,
Roppongi 5-chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-0032)
[Maximum capacity] 16 people
[Fee] Tuition fee: 3,150 yen
[Organizer] Kisako Intercultural Institute
[Reservations and inquiries] Kisako Intercultural Institute (E-mail: info-culture@kisako.com, Tel: 03-3280-4535, Mon-Fri 10am-6pm, URL: http://www.kisako.com)
US University Information Session with Dartmouth and Yale
Students, parents, and school administrators are cordially invited to a program about undergraduate study at Yale University and Dartmouth College. Admissions representatives from both institutions will discuss academics, campus life, financial aid, and admissions policies.
[Date & Time] Thursday, April 15, 2010, 7 pm
[Venue] Lecture Hall
[Maximum capacity] 80 persons
[Admission] Free
[Inquiry] To Jean Lee at jean.lee@yale.edu
[Organizer] Yale University and Dartmouth College
Course in sumie (brush-ink painting)
This course will be taught by an American sumie artist living in Tokyo, whose work reflects the exquisite imagery that is uniquely expressed in sumie. We hope both non-Japanese people who are interested in Japanese culture and Japanese people who would like to re-discover their own culture through English will join the course and explore this fantastic art form.
Instructor: Mr. Jim Hathaway
[Dates & Time] 10:00-11:30 on Wednesdays, March 31, April 7, 14, 21, 28, May 12, 19, 26, June 2 and 9, 2010
[Venue] Seminar Room E, International House of Japan (11-6, Roppongi 5-chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-0032)
[Maximum capacity] 12 people
[Fees] Tuition fee: 39,900 yen, plus tools/materials and registration fee for new students
[Organizer] Kisako Intercultural Institute
[Reservations and inquiries] Kisako Intercultural Institute (E-mail: info-culture@kisako.com,
Tel: 03-3280-4535, Mon-Fri 10am-6pm, URL: http://www.kisako.com)
Course in bonsai
In this course, our English-speaking bonsai instructor will teach you in a small group setting how to take care of bonsai and kokedama. We hope the course will appeal to both non-Japanese people who are interested in Japanese culture and Japanese people who would like to re-discover their own culture through English. The instructor will choose seasonal materials and bring them to each class. After class you will be able to bring them home for your enjoyment.
Instructor: Mr. Makoto Nakamura
[Dates & Time] 10:00-11:50 on Fridays, March 12, April 9, and May 14, 2010
[Venue] Seminar Room E, International House of Japan (11-6, Roppongi 5-chome, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-0032)
[Maximum capacity] 8 people
[Fees] Tuition fee per class: 5,250 yen, Material Expense per class: 4,725 yen
[Organizer] Kisako Intercultural Institute
[Reservations and inquiries] Kisako Intercultural Institute (E-mail: info-culture@kisako.com,
Tel: 03-3280-4535, Mon-Fri 10 am - 6 pm, URL: http://www.kisako.com)
A Symposium: Foreign Policy under the Obama Administration
As almost one year has passed since Barack Obama took the U.S. presidency, his administration is experiencing a sharp drop of approval rating largely due to his domestic policies, while facing many foreign policy challenges, such as antiterrorism measures in Afghanistan. In this symposium, commemorating the publication of U.S. Foreign Policy, the authors will discuss different aspects of Obama’s foreign policy.
[Dates & Time] Friday, January 22, 2010, 6:00 -8:30 pm
[Venue] Lecture hall, International House of Japan
[Admission] Free (reservation required / first come, first served up to 100) * No more reservations available
[Language] Japanese / English (with simultaneous translation）
Presented by International University of Japan
In cooperation with the US-Japan Foundation
Supported by the International House of Japan
[Registration & Inquiries]
International University of Japan
Tel: 025-779-1112 / Fax: 025-779-1187 / E-mail: ori@iuj.ac.jp
[Remarks by guests] Umemoto Kazuyoshi, Bureau Chief, North American Bureau, Ministry of Foreign Affairs / Robert S. Luke, Minister for Political Affairs, U.S. Embassy
[Speakers]
Shinoda Tomohito, International University of Japan
"The National Security Council under Obama"
Hirose Junko, National Diet Library
"The Obama Administration and Congress"
Maeshima Kazuhiro, Bunkyo University
"Non-Governmental Actors and Foreign Policy Process"
Takahashi Sugio, National Institute for Defense Studies
"National Security Policies under Obama"
Furukawa Katsuhisa, Japan Science and Technology Agency
"Obama's Multilateral Diplomacy and Global Issue"
Course in sumie (brush-ink painting)
This course will be taught by an American sumie artist living in Tokyo, whose work reflects the exquisite imagery that is uniquely expressed in sumie. We hope both non-Japanese people who are interested in Japanese culture and Japanese people who would like to re-discover their own culture through English will join the course and explore this fantastic art form. We welcome students joining the course even after classes start, subject to capacity.
Instructor: Mr. Jim Hathaway
[Dates & Time] 10:00-11:30 on Wednesdays, January 6, 13, 20, 27, February 3, 10, 17, 24, March 3, and 10, 2010
[Venue] Seminar Room 402, International House of Japan (11-6, Roppongi 5-chome, Minato-ku,
Tokyo 106-0032)
[Maximum capacity] 12 people
[Fees] Tuition fee: 39,900 yen, plus tools/materials and registration fee for new students
[Organizer] Kisako Intercultural Institute
[Reservations and inquiries] Kisako Intercultural Institute (E-mail: info-culture@kisako.com,
Tel: 03-3280-4535, Mon-Fri 10am-6pm, URL: http://www.kisako.com)
