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SUMMARY:Aki Sogabe: Walking in Nature Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:April 2 to April 29\, 2024. \nThe Miller Library located at the Center for Urban Horticulture welcomes Aki Sogabe for her exhibit\, Walking in Nature. From the artist’s statement: \nMy medium\, paper cutting (kiri-e in Japanese)\, is an ancient and traditional art form. I have created my own style and made it a fine art. I like to use this art form to depict delicate Northwest nature scenes stylized with Japanese sensibilities. \nInspired by Edo period printmaster Hokusai\, I began making paper cuts as a junior high school student. For a long time\, I did it as a hobby for myself\, and sometimes would give them to my friends\, but never thought that I was going to be a professional artist. \nI use an X-Acto knife to cut out a design and add hand-colored rice papers underneath the stencil. Next\, the entire image is glued onto an illustration board. \nI have a number of public art commissions in Washington and Oregon. Additionally\, I have created five panel murals made of porcelain enamel for the Pike Place Market\, commemorating the history of Japanese American farmers. \nWhen I am cutting my work among the scattered bits of paper\, I feel most content and happy. \nThe exhibit is open during library hours. \nMeet the artist during the Garden Lovers’ Book Sale ticketed event Friday April 5\, 5 to 8 p.m. and the free event Saturday April 6\, from 9 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 
URL:https://seahiro.org/event/aki-sogabe-walking-in-nature-exhibit/
LOCATION:Center for Urban Horticulture\, 3501 NE 41st Street\, Seattle\, 98105
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events
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SUMMARY:Seattle Cherry Blossom & Japanese Cultural Festival
DESCRIPTION:April 12-14: 11am-5pm at the Armory Food & Event Hall and Fisher Pavilion \nOVERVIEW \nSeattle Center Festál presents Seattle Cherry Blossom & Japanese Cultural Festival in partnership with Seattle Cherry Blossom & Japanese Cultural Festival Committee (SCBJCF). The festival deepens the understanding and serves as a vehicle for sharing Japanese and Japanese American culture and heritage through hundreds of performing and martial arts\, exhibits and demonstrations\, hands-on children’s activities\, culinary treats\, and more! \nHISTORY \nSeattle Cherry Blossom & Japanese Cultural Festival Committee (SCBJCF) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization\, comprised of volunteers and overseen by an advisory group: \n\nConsulate-General of Japan in Seattle\nHyogo Business and Cultural Center\nJapan Business Association of Seattle\nJapan-America Society of State of Washington\nJapanese American Citizens League (JACL) – Seattle Chapter\nJapanese Community Service of Seattle\nJapanese Cultural & Community Center of Washington\nOffice of the Mayor\, City of Seattle\nSeattle Center\nSeattle-Kobe Sister City Association (SKSCA)\n\nSeattle Cherry Blossom & Japanese Cultural Festival is the first ethnic festival held annually at Seattle Center and the oldest in the Festál series. It distinguishes itself through innovative and in-depth outreach to the public through traditional/contemporary Japanese art\, new scientific and technological innovations\, and cultural examinations\, especially race and social justice of Japanese in America\, Japanese Americans\, and Japanophiles. \nThe festival strives to deepen and expand mutual understanding\, serve as a vehicle for people to exchange ideas\, and promote as well as recognize cultural contributions and achievements of the Japanese American community. \nThe first festival was initiated by Mayor Wes Uhlman and community leaders to commemorate a gift of 1\,000 cherry trees to Seattle on the occasion of the U.S. Bicentennial by Japan’s former Prime Minister\, Takeo Miki. It was held at Seward Park for three years. \nIn 1979\, the festival moved to Seattle Center and has now grown into a three-day celebration enjoyed by thousands of people each year. \nDID YOU KNOW? \n\nThe beauty of cherry blossom is a potent symbol equated with evanescence of human life and epitomizes the transformation of Japanese culture throughout the ages.\n“Hanami” or the custom of viewing cherry blossoms\, is a reminder to celebrate life.\nThousand-years old cultural traditions co-exist with contemporary/pop culture in Japan. No other country can attest to the same degree.
URL:https://seahiro.org/event/seattle-cherry-blossom-japanese-cultural-festival/
LOCATION:Seattle Center Armory Food & Event Hall\, 305 Harrison St\, Seattle\, 98109
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events
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SUMMARY:Free Japanese Books Event
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, April 20\, 2024. The Nikkei Bunko Library\, the Japanese language library on the JCCCW campus\, will host a “Free Book” event on Saturday\, April 20th from noon to 4 pm! The event will be for one day only\, so don’t miss out! There will be fiction\, non-fiction\, literature\, manga (comics)\, children’s books\, dictionaries\, cookbooks\, magazines\, DVDs\, CDs and more. The majority of the books will be in Japanese\, but we’ll also have some books in English.
URL:https://seahiro.org/event/free-book-event/
LOCATION:JCCCW\, 1414 South Weller Street\, Seattle\, 98144
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events
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SUMMARY:Taiko Drum Tao 30th Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:April 22\, 2024. DRUM TAO was established in 1993 with the dream of creating the best show in the world featuring Japanese Taiko drums\, an instrument with a rare and distinctive variety of expressive sounds. DRUM TAO is based in Oita\, Japan and create their own music\, stage setups and costumes to produce their one-of-a-kind brand of entertainment.
URL:https://seahiro.org/event/taiko-drum-tao-30th-anniversary/
LOCATION:Benaroya Hall\, 200 University Street\, Seattle\, 98101
CATEGORIES:Upcoming Events
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SUMMARY:Letters of Suresh
DESCRIPTION:April 24 to May 12\, 2024.  A captivating play by acclaimed playwright Rajiv Joseph. Directed by David Hsieh and Julie Beckman\, this play is a sequel to Joseph’s Animals Out of Paper (playing on alternate nights) and provides a moving exploration of love\, memory\, and the enduring impact of handwritten words. \nAbout the Play\nIn the ghost-filled city of Nagasaki\, Japan\, the lives of four individuals intersect through a series of heartfelt letters. The play unfolds as we follow the correspondence between: \n\nMelody Park (played by Mona Leach): A writing teacher who stumbles upon a cache of letters sent by Suresh to her late great-uncle. As she delves into their contents\, she discovers a profound connection that transcends time and distance.\nSuresh Thakur (played by Nirvan Patnaik): Picking up where Animals Out of Paper left off\, we follow Suresh’s journey from age 18 to 28.  A brilliant young man searching for meaning in his life\, Suresh’s letters reveal a soulful longing and a deep bond with an enigmatic pen pal.\nAmelia Wren (played by Marianna de Fazio): Suresh’s estranged girlfriend\, who receives unexpected letters that force her to confront the past and reconsider the choices she made.\nFather Hashimoto (played by Stephen Sumida): The priest who becomes Suresh’s confidant\, Fr Hashimoto provides guidance as Suresh moves through pivotal moment in his life: from confused teen to questing young adult\, to a profound thinker longing for forgiveness for his mistakes.  Through their letters\, Fr. Hashimoto offers solace and insight\, while inviting Suresh to spiritual growth\n\nAs the letters crisscross continents and decades\, secrets are unveiled\, emotions are laid bare\, and the power of human connection becomes palpable. Through Joseph’s lyrical prose\, we witness the resilience of the human spirit and the enduring legacy of handwritten communication.
URL:https://seahiro.org/event/letters-of-suresh/
LOCATION:12th Avenue Arts\, 1620 12th Avenue #203\, Seattle\, 98122
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SUMMARY:Mukai Haiku Festival Award Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:April 28\, 2024. Poets and Haiku enthusiasts\, the moment has arrived! We are thrilled to announce our annual Haiku Festival\, a celebration of the art of haiku and a gathering of creative spirits. \nWe’re calling for submissions for our Haiku Festival in 5 categories: Nature\, Heritage\, Reflections\, Social Justice\, and Young Poets. \n📅Submissions: April 1-14\n🏆Ceremony: April 28 with winners announced!\nwith special guests Shin Yu Pai and Thomas Hitoshi Pruiksma \nWhether you’re a haiku expert or newbie\, we invite you to submit your work and celebrate with us.
URL:https://seahiro.org/event/mukai-haiku-festival-award-ceremony/
LOCATION:Mukai Farm & Garden\, 18017 107th Ave SW\, Vashon\, 98070
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