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Event and Lifestyle Information Magazine for Foreign Residents 平成27年5月1日(毎月1回1日発行) 第367号 発行所 公益財団法人 名古屋国際センター 〒450-0001 名古屋市中村区那古野一丁目47-1 ENGLISH EDITION Website: www.nic-nagoya.or.jp Phone: 052-581-0100 May 2015 「Nagoya Calendar」 は生活情報や名古屋周辺のイベント等の情報を掲載している英語の月刊情報誌です。 5 P2 NIC News P3 NIC Events P4-5 In and Around Nagoya P6-7 Highlights P8 Entertainment Calendar P9 Living in Nagoya P10-11 Bulletin Board Okehazama Battlefield Festival. See page 6 for details. Photo courtesy of Toyoake City 1 2 The Nagoya Calendar is printed on recycled paper that contains post-consumer recycled pulp. 3 4 Nagoya International Center News Nagoya International Center Events - Please note all prices, dates, times, and locations are subject to change - Nagoya International Center Services - Visit or call the NIC 3F for more information - 052-581-0100 The Nagoya International Center is a 7-minute walk or a 2-minute subway ride from Nagoya Station. Kokusai Center Station, on the Sakura-dori Subway Line, is linked to the Nagoya International Center at the basement level. The Nagoya International Center library and information counter are open 09:00 - 19:00 Closed on Mondays, December 29 - January 3, & the second Sundays of August & February. Paid car-parking is also available at the Center and in the immediate vicinity. ★Information Counter 情報カウンター Information service for foreign residents on daily life and sightseeing in Japan available in 7 foreign languages. Japanese & English are available Tuesday to Sunday (9:00 – 19:00). Reservations not required. See our website for service times in other languages. ■Tel: 052-581-0100 ■E-mail [email protected] ★Free Civic Advisory Service for Foreign Residents 外国人行政相談 Information & advice in English for foreign residents on anything related to government administration such as labour laws, immigration, divorce, & taxation. Phone or visit us Tuesday to Saturday 10:00 - 12:00 & 13:00 - 17:00. Reservations not required. Tel: 052-581-0100. See our website for service times in other languages. ★Free Personal Counseling 外国人こころの相談 Native English-speaking counselors are available on Sunday by appointment only to provide support to foreign residents who have difficulties with their lives in Japan. To arrange a counseling session call the NIC 3F Info Counter at 052-581-0100. ★Free Counseling Service for Refugees and Asylum Seekers 難民相談 The Kobe-based Refugee Assistance Headquarters (RHQ) provides a confidential counseling service for refugees, convention refugees, their family members, and asylum seekers in English and Japanese on every Thursday of the month (10:00 - 16:00) at the NIC 3F Info Counter. Reservations are required. For more information call RHQ at 078-361-1700 (website www.rhq.gr.jp/english). ★Free Legal Consultations 外国人無料法律相談 Free Legal Consultations with a certified lawyer available on Saturdays 10:00 - 12:30 by reservation only. To make an appointment, please leave your name & phone number on the answering machine at 052-581-6111. A counseling support staff member will call you back at a later date to schedule an appointment with you. ★The NIC Library ライブラリー Over 10,000 English language books including travel guides, popular manga, non-fiction, fiction, children’s books, and Japanese study guides. Borrow up to 6 books for a period of 14 days! Membership is free and open to everyone resident in the Chubu Area. A form of ID that shows your current address is required. Children can also get cards! - NIC Rental Facilities Large Range of Room Configurations Available for Hire Did you know that the NIC has rental facilities available for a large variety of uses? Annex Hall For organizations holding an event which requires the grandeur of a full scale hall, our Annex Hall provides a total of 471m2 (250m2 Hall, 221m2 Entrance Hall). Up to 250 chairs and 60 foldable tables are included, along with 3 screens, 2 whiteboards, 2 pulpits, and ample electricity supply. Being a fully featured hall means it also includes an audio control room, simultaneous interpreting equipment and 3 interpretation booths. For those requiring the convenience of a separated area for meetings, a 20 seat/82m2 conference room is included. We welcome visits and inspections, so if you would like to see the hall for yourself, please call us to arrange an appointment. Conference Rooms Large and comfortable rooms which can accomodate up to 84 seats (182m2). Some rooms can also be combined to create larger areas. The facilities also include whiteboards, pulpits and electricity supply. Make an enquiry on the below number for further details. Japanese Style Room A 12.5 tatami mat room is available, along with four tables and 21 cushions, along with a small kitchen and electricity supply. An authentic Japanese room in our modern facility which is sure to leave a lasting impression. Exhibition Rooms Perfect for trade fairs, product launches and exhibitions, our largest room is 234m2 in size. We have a total of three rooms, which can be combined to give you a maximum total floor area of 458m2. Lecture Rooms Are you organizing a training event or holding a seminar? The NIC’s convenient location makes it an ideal place for people from all kinds of sectors including educational and corporate, to hold their training in a comfortable environment fully equipped with chairs, tables and whiteboards. For bookings and further inquiries about our facilities, please call 052-581-5679 (9:00 – 17:00) Staying Up-to-Date with the NIC Social Media Radio Broadcasts Follow us @the_nic Find us on Facebook 02 NAGOYA CALENDAR Saturdays 6:17am in English & Portuguese Sundays 6:17am in Chinese & Korean Monthly Publications and WWW Our Nagoya Calendar magazine is available for download from our website @ http://bit.ly/nagoyacalendar. We also have a monthly mail newsletter – sign up on our website! Also bookmark our site www.nic-nagoya.or.jp! NIC Japanese Class for Adults NIC日本語の会 For non-native speakers of Japanese, up to 15-20 places available per course. All lessons are held in Japanese, and knowledge of hiragana and katakana are assumed. In the event of excess applications, places will be allocated by lottery. A range of courses are available from conversation to kanji. See the website for more info at www.nic-nagoya.or.jp/nihongonokai When: 11 lessons every Sunday from 17 May to 26 Jul. Where: Nagoya International Center Cost: 2,500 Yen for 11 lessons, plus 500-1,000 Yen for course materials. How to Apply: Come to the NIC 5F Conference Room 1 on Sun. 10 May between 11:00 and 11:30. (Applications for 2nd classes from 11:30.) Following completion of the application procedure, applicants will be interviewed. Payments will be accepted from 12:15. Application forms can be found at our 3F pamphlet box area or the NIC website at www.nic-nagoya.or.jp Further Details: Contact the Exchange and Cooperation Division on 052-581-5689. NIC Japanese Class for Children NIC子ども日本語教室 For non-native speakers of Japanese who were born between April 2, 2000, and April 1, 2009. Maximum of 50 places. In the event of excess applications, places will be decided on a needs basis. Students will learn Japanese skills necessary for school and daily life. When: 10 lessons every Sunday from 17 May to 19 Jul. Where: Nagoya International Center Cost: 1,000 Yen for 10 lessons. How to Apply: Come to NIC 4F Lecture Room 3 on Sun. 10 May, between 9:45 and 10:15. Following completion of the application procedure, applicants will be interviewed. Applicants must attend with their parent, guardian, or person responsible for their welfare (ie. teacher, etc.). Application forms and information can be found at the 3F pamphlet box area or the NIC website at www.nic-nagoya.or.jp. Further Details: Contact the Exchange and Cooperation Division on 052-581-5689. Development Training for Supporters of Foreign Students and Children – Beginner Course 外国人児童生徒サポーター養成研修≪入門編≫ A training program (over 3 sessions) for supporters, carers and teachers of foreign students and children which aims to help participants to understand the circumstances of foreign children and related issues, and to learn how to provide appropriate support. The course will be conducted in Japanese, and is open to anyone interested in the education of foreign children. Places are limited to 30, which will be determined on a first come, first served basis. When: ① Sun. 7 Jun. (14:00 – 16:00), ② Sun. 21 Jun. (14:00 – 17:00), ③ Sun. 5 Jul. (14:00 – 17:00) Where: NIC, 3F, Lecture Room 2, etc. Cost: 1,500 Yen for 3 sessions Application period: 12 May (from 10:00) - 30 May Enquiries / Applications: Phone 052-581-5689 or e-mail [email protected] Free Health Consultations for Foreigners 外国人無料健康相談会 Foreign residents can consult directly with doctors and dentists at this free health consultation, organized by the Medical Information Center Aichi (MICA) and the Nagoya International Center. Interpreting will also be available. When: Sun. 31 May (14:00 – 16:00) Where: NIC, 5F, Conference Room 1 Inquiries: Medical Information Center Aichi, phone: 052-588-7040 Children’s Story Book Time 外国語で楽しむ絵本の会 Listen to foreign volunteers in the NIC’s 3F Library as they read story books in their own respective languages from the library’s vast collection of international children’s books. Participation is free, and no reservations are required! ★Upcoming Schedule Sun. 10 May (14:00 – 14:30) English Sun. 24 May (14:00 – 14:30) Chinese & English NIC Book Recycling Bazaar NIC 本のリサイクルバザー Hate to see a good book go to waste? Come along to the bazaar and get yourself a bunch of books for a bargain and contribute to a good cause while you’re at it. Proceeds go to the National Federation of UNESCO Associations in Japan for the promotion of literacy education in developing countries and the NIC Library for the purchase of new books. Arrive early to avoid disappointment. When: Sun. 7 Jun. (13:00 – 15:00) Where: Nagoya International Center (NIC) 5F Conference Room International Exchange Walking – From Nagoya University Disaster Mitigation Research Building to Kakuōzan 国際交流ウォーキング ∼名古屋大学減災館から覚王山まで歩く∼ The Nagoya International Center’s volunteer NIC Walking Guides are hosting a walking event to give Japanese and foreign residents an opportunity to interact. The approximately 3.5 km course begins at the Nagoya University Disaster Mitigation Building, a place of learning through the senses and physical experience that is open to the community, and ends in Kakuōzan. As well as learning how to prepare and what you should do in an earthquake and other disasters, stroll through tasteful streets featuring temples, shrines and other historical buildings. English, Portuguese, Spanish, and Chinese language interpreters will be accompanying the walk. When: Sat. 30 May (13:00 – 16:30) Where: Walking course from Nagoya University Disaster Mitigation Research Building (名古屋大学減災館) to Kakuōzan (覚王山). Meet at Nagoya Daigaku Station (名古屋大学駅) Wicket (改札口) on the Subway Meijo Line (地下鉄名城線) at 13:00. Cost: 100 Yen (covers insurance and printed material) Reservations: 30 places available (20 foreigners, 10 Japanese); reservations required. Visit or contact the Nagoya International Center 3F Information Counter. E-mail: [email protected]; phone: 052-581-0100 Understanding Japanese Culture - Ikebana 日本文化理解講座 「生け花」 Learn about Ikebana, a part of Japanese traditional culture, to help deepen your understanding of Japanese culture. This 6-lesson course is open to international students enrolled at universities in Aichi Prefecture and their spouses. When: Every Fri. from 22 May to 26 Jun. (18:30 – 19:45) Where: International Student Center (国際留学生会館) Lecture Room (研修室) Access: Approximately 200m south from Minato Kuyakusho Station (港区役所駅) Exit 2 (2番出口) on the Meiko Subway Line (地下 鉄名港線). How to apply: By e-mail to [email protected] . Applications must be received on or before 21 May. Up to 10 places are available on a first in, first served basis. Cost: 2,000 Yen for 6 lessons; For spouses, a materials fee of 1,000 Yen per lesson is required. 31st International Philippine Festival in Nagoya 第31回名古屋国際フィリピンフェスティバル When: Sun. 31 May (10:00 – 19:00) Where: Nagoya International Center Annex Hall Admission: Free Raffle ticket: 1,000 Yen Enquiries: Chubu Philippine Friendship Association, Phone/Fax:052-834-0614 Scheduled events include a commemorative message from the Philippine Ambassador. 10:00 Opening Ceremony 11:00-12:30 Special talk: Women in the Philippines 13:30-15:30 ‘iTalks’ on topics such as changes to immigration rules, consular services, financial management 16:00-19:00 Fiesta Sa Nagoya: raffle, Philippine band and other surprises NAGOYA CALENDAR 03 In and Around Nagoya - Please note all prices, dates, times, and locations are subject to change Events in May Events in May See below for Nagoya Philharmonic Events, Star Gazing, Exhibitions and more! Nagoya Philharmonic Orchestra Salon Concert 名古屋フィルハーモニー交響楽団サロンコンサート Performing: Kosuke TASAKU, Basson When: Sun. 31 May (18:30) Where: Nagoya City Music Plaza 1F “Music Salon” (名古屋市音 楽プラザ) Access: A 6-minute walk from Kanayama Station (金山駅) or an 8-minute walk from Higashibetsuin Station (東別院駅) on the Meijo Subway Line (地下鉄名城線). Cost: Free The 425th Subscription Concert 名古屋フィルハーモニー交響楽団第425回定期演奏会 Thierry FISCHER, Honorary Guest Conductor Fumiaki MIURA, Violin " Orchestration-1" M. Ravel Valses Nobles et Sentimentales C. Saint-Saëns Violin Concerto No.3 in B minor, Op.61 M. Ravel Alborada del Gracioso C. Debussy [arr. M. Jarrell] 3 Etudes M. Ravel Boléro When: Fri. 19 Jun. (18:45) & Sat. 20 Jun. (16:00) Where: Aichi Prefectural Arts Theater Concert Hall (愛知県芸術 劇場コンサートホール) Access: Connected at the basement level to Oasis 21 and Sakae Subway Station (栄駅). Tickets: S-Seats 6,200 Yen; A-Seats 5,100 Yen; B-Seats 4,100 Yen; C-Seats 3,100 Yen; Y-Seats (only for 24 and under, on the day, at the door) 1,000 Yen. Tickets can be purchased by calling the Nagoya Philharmonic Ticket Guide on 052-339-5666 (Japanese/English). Star Gazing at the Science Museum - The Moon and Saturn 市民観望会 「月と土星をみる会」 Photo courtesy of Nagoya City Science Museum Following a brief talk at the planetarium you will proceed to the rooftop’s main telescope and various other telescopes to observe the night’s recommended celestial scenery. When: Sat. 27 Jun. (18:45 - 21:00) Where: Rooftop observatory, Nagoya City Science Museum (名古屋市科学館) Access: A 5-minute walk south from Fushimi Station (伏見駅) Exit 5 (5番出口) on the Higashiyama or Tsurumai Subway Lines (地下鉄東山線/鶴舞線). Participation: Adults 700 Yen, Junior HS and Elementary School Students 300 Yen. Numbers are limited to 250 participants. (For Elementary School children and up. Children of Junior HS age and younger must be accompanied by an adult guardian.) To apply, send a reply-paid post card to: 〒460-0008 Nagoya, Naka Ku, Sakae 2-17-1, Nagoya City Science Museum to arrive by Sat. 30 May; on the reverse write: "June - Stars" and include the number of adults & children in your group. See www.bit.ly/ofukuhagaki to find out how to write a reply-paid postcard. 04 NAGOYA CALENDAR In and Around Nagoya - Please note all prices, dates, times, and locations are subject to change - Spring Orchid Exhibition 春のラン展 Hisayaodori Gardens Flarie (formerly Ran no Yakata) reopened after renovations in September last year. Visitors can enjoy nature in an urban setting in a relaxed manner in 6 gardens with themes including flowers, green, and waterside, and take time out for a stroll, a meal, or shopping while feeling the nature around them, and entry is now free. From 19 to 25 May, the Spring Orchid Exhibition will be held in the Crystal Garden (a large hothouse). Entry to the exhibition is also free. Cattleya and dendrobiums, with eye-catching brilliant pink, are just some of the approximately 200 orchids on display. Orchids will also be available for purchase. Organized by the Nagoya Orchid Society. When: Tue. 19 May to Mon. 25 May (Gardens 9:00 – 17:30 [9:00 16:00 on 25 May]; Flarie Café 9:00 – 18:00; Flower Shop Keikaen 10:00 – 18:00; Flarie Zakka Boutique 10:00 – 17:30; Italian Restaurant Quadrifoglio – Lunch 11:30 – 14:30 [until 15:00 on weekends and national holidays], Dinner 17:30 – 22:30; Beer and Wine Garden Garden Kitchen Flarie – Lunch 12:00 – 15:00 [weekends and national holidays, weather pending], Dinner 17:30 – 22:30) Where: Hisayaodori Gardens Flarie (久屋大通庭園フラリエ), formerly Ran no Yakata Access: Approximately a 3-minute walk from Yaba-cho Station (矢場町 駅 ) Exit 4 (4番出口 ) on the Meijo Subway Line (地下鉄名城線 ). Admission: Free Always a Cat Exhibition いつだって猫展 Cats have always been very popular. Sometimes complimenting the charm of a beautiful woman, sometimes appearing as terrible monsters, or even as symbols inviting good fortune, cats are ever-present and ever-changing in the world of Edo. Focusing on ukiyo-e woodblock prints, this exhibition looks at the ‘cat boom’ which occurred in the late Edo period. Even if you’re not a cat lover, you’re guaranteed to be captivated by the multitude of cute feline moods on display. When: Until Sun. 7 Jun. (9:30 – 17:00; Last entry 16:30) Closed Mondays (except 4 May). Where: Nagoya City Museum (名古屋市博物 Utagawa Kuniyoshi, 館) Fashionable cats’ ball acrobatics, Access: A 5-minute walk from Sakurayama private collection Station (桜山駅 ) Exit 4 (4番出口 ) on the Sakura-dori Subway Line (地下鉄桜通線 ). Cost: General Admission 1,300 (1,100) Yen, College and Senior HS Students 900 (700) Yen, Junior HS Students and Elementary School Students 400 (200) Yen. Prices in ( ) are for groups of 20 or more. Holders of a Physically Disabled Persons’ Handbook, and up to two accompanying people enter for half price. Bring a printed out photo of your cat for a 100 Yen discount (photos will be displayed and are not returnable)! Enquiries: Nagoya City Museum 052-853-2655 The 38th Nagoya International Music Festival 第38回名古屋国際音楽祭 Beginning in 1978, the Nagoya International Music Festival is held from spring through to early summer. Top artists from around the globe will impress you with their talent in world-class performances including opera, ballet, orchestra and recitals until July. • Swan Lake: Birmingham Royal Ballet on Wed. 6 May. • A Collection of Mozart Symphonies: Mozarteum Orchester Salzburg on Fri. 29 May. • Rossini’s ‘Barber of Seville’: Hungarian State Opera on Sat. 13 Jun. • Dresdner Philharmonie conducted by Michael Sanderling on Fri. 3 Jul. • Russian National Orchestra conducted by Mikhail Pletnev on Sat. 11 Jul. Where: The Aichi Prefectural Arts Theater (愛知県芸術劇場 ) Access: Approximately a 2-minute walk east from Sakae Station (栄駅 ) Exit 4 (4番出口 ) on the Higashiyama or Meijo Subway Lines (地下鉄東山線 /名城線 ). Tickets: Purchase online or at convenience stores through Ticket Pia and Lawson Ticket. Website: https://hicbc.com/event/nimf/ See below for a variety of events in and around Nagoya this May. Festivals, flowers, cars and cross-cultural events! Wakamiya Festival 若宮まつり Known as one of the three great festivals in Nagoya, this huge festival is held annually, on 15 and 16 May, at Wakamiya Hachimansha Shrine, the shrine of the tutelary deity of Nagoya. The Fukurokujusha (福禄寿車) float, built in 1676, is a designated Cultural Asset of Nagoya City and carries karakuri marionettes, whose skillful performances are part of the ritual and one of the main attractions. On the first day, the float is pulled out within the Shrine grounds. On the second day, the float accompanies the Mikoshi (portable shrine) in a procession as it travels along Hommachi Street (本町通り) to Nagoya Jinja Shrine (那古野神社). When: Fri. 15 and Sat. 16 May Where: Wakamiya Hachimansha Shrine (若宮八幡社) Access: Next to Shirakawa Park (白川公園). A short walk from Yaba-cho Station Exit 4 (矢場町駅4番出口) on the Subway Meijo Line (地下鉄名城線). Tsuruma Park Flower Festival 鶴舞公園花まつり A beautiful floral festival to celebrate the beauty of spring after a long and cold winter. It's on until mid-June in one of the city's most popular and convenient park locations - Tsuruma Park. You'll see a huge range of colourful and vibrant varieties. There will be concerts, sketching competitions, tea ceremonies, walks, and more at this annual festival, where the entire staff do their best every year to make it a fun and memorable event for all. When: Until Sun. 14 Jun. Where: Tsuruma Park (鶴舞公園) Access: Tsurumai Station (鶴舞駅) Exit 4 (4番出口) on the Subway Tsurumai Line (地下鉄鶴舞線). Admission: Free. Charges apply for certain foods, goods and services. The 6th Exterior & Garden Fair Nagoya 2015 第6回エクステリア&ガーデンフェア 名古屋 2015 If you enjoy home decorating/design and have a bit of a green thumb, you may be interested in going to this annual fair. About 17,000 people are expected to attend over two days! With dozens of companies showcasing their goods and services, along with industry professionals holding a range of seminars (in Japanese only), there’s bound to be something for everyone. Learn more about flowers, herbs and gardening in general. There will also be gourmet food and workshops as well as a kids area, so you can make a day of it with your family. When: Sat. 9 (10:00 – 18:00) and Sun. 10 May (10:00 – 16:00) Where: Port Messe Nagoya Exhibition Hall 3 (ポートメッセなごや3 号館) Access: A 5 minute walk from Kinjo-futo Station (金城ふ頭駅) on the Aonami Line (あおなみ線). Admission: Free Sanrio Collabo Café – Hello Kitty Café サンリオコラボカフェ ハローキティカフェ Immerse yourself in a dream-like world filled with Sanrio’s popular ‘Hello Kitty’ character, who celebrated her 40th anniversary last year. Enjoy original Hello Kitty sweets as well as other original food and drinks that you won’t be able to try Photo courtesy of Tokai Television elsewhere. In the adjoining shop you’ll find exclusive Hello Kitty goods and other items that fans will be unable to resist. When: Until early Jul. Where: Central Park (セントラルパーク内) underground shopping arcade, Sakae (栄) Access: Sakae Station (栄駅) on the Subway Higashiyama and Meijo Lines (地下鉄東山・名城線); or Hisaya-odori Station (久屋大通 駅) on the Subway Sakura-dori Line and Meijo Lines (地下鉄桜通・名 城線) The 26th Classic Car Festival クラシックカー・フェスティバル Held in spring every year since the Toyota Motor Corporation established the Toyota Automobile Museum (in Nagakute City) in 1989, and now in its 26th year, this event aims to foster and continue the culture of the automobile through classic cars. As well as a parade and exhibition Photo courtesy of Toyota Automobile Museum of some 100 privately-owned classic cars, see some rare classic cars from the collection of the Toyota Automobile Museum in action, and hop in and pose for a photo. There will also be a road safety activity where both kids and adults can learn while having fun, and more events to enjoy on the stage. When: Sun. 24 May (9:00 – 16:00) Where: Moricoro Park (Expo 2005 Aichi Commemorative Park) (愛・地球 博記念公園 「モリコロパーク」 ), Nagakute City Access: Change to the Linimo Line (リニモ) from Fujigaoka Station (藤が丘駅) on the Higashiyama Subway Line (地下鉄東山線) and get off at Ai・Chikyuhakukinenkoen Station (愛・地球博記念公園). Admission: Free International Exchange Event at Yokiso Villa 揚輝荘国際交流イベント Come and enjoy a multicultural afternoon at Yokiso in Kakuōzan, Chikusa Ward, built as a villa by Ito Jirozaemon Suketami, the founder of department store company Matsuzakaya. With its combination of modern architecture, pond-centered garden and green space, along with its having provided accommodation to students from Asian countries in the pre-war period, the Villa is a historical and cultural asset of the surrounding community. At this event, international students and other foreign and Japanese residents can enjoy multicultural exchange together. There will be a tea ceremony at 13:00, followed by a Yosakoi dance performance at 14:00, and an Ikebana demonstration and workshop by the Ishida School at 15:00. When: Sun. 17 May (13:00 – 16:00. Guests welcome from 12:30) Where: Yokiso Villa (揚輝荘) North Garden (北園) Access: A 10-minute walk from Kakuozan Station (覚王山駅) Exit 1 (1番 出口) on the Subway Higashiyama Line (地下鉄東山線). Cost: Free for foreign residents; 500 Yen for Japanese nationals. How to Join: E-mail [email protected] or fax (052-759-4451) your name, nationality and gender to reserve a spot. For more information, call 052-759-4450. Places are limited to 100, and will be determined on a first come, first served basis. Japanese Cooking Event – Makizushi / Rolled Sushi 巻き寿司づくりイベント This event is to introduce Japanese dishes to foreigners. Japanese and non-Japanese will make makizushi together while getting to know and share each other’s lives and cultures at the same time. Open to anyone, but places are limited to 20 people, which will be determined on a first come, first served basis. Reservations essential. When: Sun. 31 May (18:30 – 20:30) Where: Will Aichi (Aichi Women’s Center) (ウィルあいち), 2nd Floor Cooking Studio (料理スタジオ) Access: A 10-minute walk east from Shiyakusho Station (市役所駅) Exit 2 (2番出口) on the Subway Meijo Line (地下鉄名城線) Cost: Non-Japanese 1,000 Yen; Japanese 2,000 Yen Required: Apron, hand towel Reservations / Inquiries: NPO International Cross Culture Promotion Center, Phone: 080-1559-9744; E-mail: [email protected] International Food Fair and Garage Sale 国際フードフェア&ガレージセール An annual event sponsored by Nagoya International School PTA. Join in the fun for food from different countries, family-friendly activities, school tours, exciting sales, and more! When: Sat. 9 May (10:00 – 14:00) Where: Nagoya International School. 2686 Minamihara, Nakashidami, Moriyama-ku, Nagoya. NAGOYA CALENDAR 05 May Highlights - Please note all prices, dates, times, and locations are subject to change Okehazama Battlefield Festival 桶狭間古戦場まつり The Battle of Okehazama in the late spring of 1560 was the battle that transformed local minor-league warlord Nobunaga Oda to a major league contender. Outnumbered approximately 10 to 1, his 3,000 soldiers launched a surprise attack and defeated the invading forces of Shizuoka-based warlord Yoshimoto Imagawa. Many soldiers fell during this battle, including Imagawa. The festival is held every year to comfort their spirits, and a large number of local residents and history enthusiasts gather on the same day that the battle occurred back in 1560. However, the battlefield straddles both Midori Ward and neighboring Toyoake City and as a result both places hold events. ★In Midori Ward Events during the day include naruko-style dancing and live music, taiko drum performances, a stamp rally, a battlefield tour (10:00 & 12:30), and you can even try wearing armor. At nearby Oike Lake (18:30 - 20:00) 3,500 candles will be lit around the lake to commemorate the soldiers who lost their lives in the battle. When: Sun. 17 May (10:00 – 20:00) Where: Okehazama Battlefield Park (桶狭間古戦場公園), Midori Ku (緑区), Nagoya City Access: From Sakae Bus Terminal (Funsui-minami) (栄バスターミナル噴 水南のりば), take the City Bus (市バス)‘Kōsoku 1’ (高速1) bus for Morinosato Danchi (森の里団地), and get off at Okehazama-Dera Mae (桶 狭間寺前) bus stop (around 45 min). From Arimatsu Station (有松駅) on the Meitetsu Nagoya Line (名鉄名古屋本線), take the City Bus (市バス) from Arimatsu Shōgakkō Mae (有松小学校前) to Makuyama (幕山). ★In Toyoake The highlight of the festival is the samurai parade (14:30 - 15:00) and the battle re-enactment (15:20 - 15:50). During the day there will be a flea market (09:00 - 16:00) and various stage performances (09:00 – 15:00). It is highly recommended to also visit the nearby Arimatsu Shibori Matsuri (see below). When: Sun. 7 Jun. (9:00 - 16:00) Where: Kotokuin-unjo Hall (高徳院雲上ホール) and other sites in Toyoake City (豊明市) Access: A 3-minute walk from Chūkyō-keibajō-mae Station (中京競馬場 前) on the Meitetsu Nagoya Line (名鉄名古屋本線). JST Nagoya Hawai’i Festival 2015 JSTナゴヤ ハワイ フェスティバル The Nagoya Hawai’i Festival is in its fifth year. Oasis 21 will come alive with stage performances by dancers and other artists, as well as an array of booths featuring Hawai’ian shops and workshops including lei making, Photo courtesy of Chukyo Television Hawai’ian quilt making and Lomilomi massage. As in previous years, a variety of Hawai’ian food will be available at the TV Tower venue. And the festival keeps growing, with an additional venue at Mochinoki Hiroba (near the TV Tower and Oasis 21). See, hear, and experience Hawai’i. That’s what the Nagoya Hawai’i Festival is all about! When: Fri. 29 May to Sun. 31 May (scheduled for 10:00 – 20:30) Where: Hula & Music @ Oasis 21 (オアシス21) & Mochinoki Hiroba (もちのき広場) (Sat. & Sun. only); Food (Sat. & Sun. only) @ Nagoya TV Tower (テレビ塔); Gallery @ Park Square (パークスクエア) in Central Park (セントラルパーク) underground shopping arcade Access: All venues a short walk from Sakae Station (栄駅) on the Subway Higashiyama and Meijo Lines (地下鉄東山・名城線), and Sakaemachi Station (栄町駅) on the Meitetsu Seto Line (名鉄瀬戸線) Admission: Free. Charges apply for foods, goods, and services at the show. Brazilian Day Nagoya 2015 第2回名古屋ブラジルフェスタ Arimatsu Shibori Matsuri 有松絞りまつり Arimatsu village in Midori Ward is a 400 year-old artisan’s village famous for producing kimonos, handkerchiefs, and shibori – the term for several methods of dyeing silk, hemp, and cotton cloth with a pattern by binding, stitching, folding, twisting, or compressing it. This Photo courtesy of Arimatsu-Narumi Shiborikaikan festival features a parade, shibori demonstrations performed by some of the town’s master craftsmen, and a workshop where you can tie dye a small towel (1,000 Yen). There’s also an Art Craft Fair where both amateur and professional artists will be exhibiting and selling original works. If you go on Sun. 7 Jun., you can also visit the Okehazama Battlefield Festival in Toyoake City (see above). When: Sat. 6 Jun. and Sun. 7 Jun. (09:00 - 17:00). Where: Arimatsu (有松), Midori Ward (緑区), Nagoya City Access: Directly outside Arimatsu Station (有松駅) on the Meitetsu Nagoya Line (名鉄名古屋本線). Nagoya Vegan Gourmet Festival 名古屋ビーガングルメ祭り You don't have to be a vegan to enjoy the delicacies at this one day feast, but health nuts will rejoice. Over 80 vendors will be serving up veggie burgers, oven fresh pizza, smoothies, vegan desserts, and much, much more amidst the serene surroundings of Tsuruma Park. Finally, a food festival where you can try all kinds of dishes, and not feel guilty afterwards! Even meat lovers will find something delicious, while vegans and those with food allergies can feast without fear. The festival also boasts free outdoor yoga, beauty lectures, vendors with health and natural beauty products, and the Nagoya Vegan Gourmet Festival map which gives information about veggie restaurants in and around Nagoya. When: Sun. 10 May (10:00 – 17:00) Where: Tsuruma Park (鶴舞公園) Access: Tsurumai Station Exit 4 (鶴舞駅4番出口) on the Tsurumai Subway Line (地下鉄鶴舞線). Cost: Entry is free; most food is 300-500 Yen/dish; drinks 100-300 Yen. Inquiries: [email protected] 06 NAGOYA CALENDAR Photo courtesy of TV Aichi A fun cross-cultural event not just for Japanese and Brazilians, but everyone! Join in the fun and experience Brazilian music, food, sports, and more. Eat, drink, dance the samba, and take advantage of this great opportunity to find out more about this exciting country. When: Sat. 30 May and Sun. 31 May (11:00 – 19:00) Where: Hisayaodori Park (久屋大通公園) in Sakae (栄) Access: Near Sakae Station (栄駅), Exit 10 (10番出口) Cost: Free admission. Charges apply for food etc. The 5th Service Dog Festival 2015 (第5回介助犬フェスタ2015) When ‘service dog’ is mentioned, a lot of people probably think of ‘assistance dogs’ who help the visually impaired; but there are also dogs called ‘service dogs’ who assist people with physical disabilities in their day-to-day lives. At this event, find out more about the work of service dogs and the people who train them. There will also be a variety of activities such as a training workshop, a dog show, food and goods stalls, and more. When: Sat. 16 May (10:00 – Photo courtesy of Japan Service Dog 16:00) Association (Social Welfare Corporation) Where: Moricoro Park (Expo 2005 Aichi Commemorative Park) (愛・地球博記念公園「モリコロパーク」) Global Center (地球市民交流センター ), in Nagakute City (長久手市) Admission: Free Access: Change to the Linimo Line (リニモ) from Fujigaoka Station (藤が丘駅) on the Higashiyama Subway Line (地下鉄東山線) and get off at Ai・Chikyuhakukinenkoen Station (愛・地球博記念公園). Website: http://www.kaijoken-festa.jp/ (Japanese) May Highlights - Please note all prices, dates, times, and locations are subject to change The Radiance of Stillness and Motion: Bohemian Glass from the Collection of the Museum of Decorative Arts in Prague 輝きの静と動 ボヘミアングラス Bohemian glass, glassware renowned for its brilliantly twinkling cut and fine engraving like that of a jewel. The glass craft that began in the Bohemian region in the 13th century had increased in sophistication by the 17th century through the development of highly transparent potash glass and the application of jewel carving techniques, surpassing Venetian glass to attain firm fame as the finest glass and become a status symbol of the Hapsburgs and other European royalty and aristocracy. Following the Second World War, another major turning point, and the onset of the communist regime, artists brimming with talent continuously produced highly unique pieces within the traditions of glass craft. As a result, even today, in what is now the Czech Republic, their tradition and innovation are highly evaluated internationally. The Museum of Decorative Arts in Prague, with a proud history of 130 years since its founding in 1885, holds a collection of over 20,000 internationally famous works. With 170 carefully selected pieces on display, this exhibition gives a shining overview of the Bohemian glass that has fascinated the world for 800 years. When: Until Sun. 24 May (9:30 – 16:30; last entry by 16:00). Closed Monday (except 4 May) and Thu. 7 May. Where: Aichi Prefectural Ceramic Museum (愛知県陶磁美術館), Seto City (瀬戸市) Access: From Fujigaoka Station (藤が丘駅) on the Subway Higashiyama Line (地下鉄東山線), change to the Linimo (リニモ) bound for Yakusa (八草) and get off at Tojishiryokan Minami Station (陶磁資料館南駅), from which the Museum is a 600-metre walk. Admission: General Admission 900 (720) Yen, Senior HS and University Students 700 (560) Yen, Junior HS and younger gain free entry. Prices in ( ) are for groups of 20 or more. Also covers entry to the permanent exhibition. Covered goblet with Kolowrat coat of arms, c.1720, Bohemia; Collection of the Museum of Decorative Arts in Prague Photo©Gabriel Urbánek Moomin! Exhibition トーベ・ヤンソン生誕100年記念 Moomin! ムーミン展 To celebrate the 100th anniversary of the birth of ‘Moomin’ children’s book creator Tove Jansson, this exhibition, featuring around 200 items, including 150 pieces never before seen in Japan, such as original illustrations from the books as well as sketches and studies from the collections of the Tampere Art Museum Moominvalley in Finland, introduces the charm of the deep world of Moomin. When: Until Sun. 17 May (10:00 – 19:30; until 18:00 on 17 May; last entry 30 minutes before closing) Where: Matsuzakaya Art Museum (松坂屋美術館), Matsuzakaya Department Store Nagoya Store (松坂屋名古屋店) South Building (南館) 7th Floor Access: Matsuzakaya is connected to Yaba-cho Station (矢場町駅) Exits 5 and 6 (5・6番出口) on the Subway Meijo Line (地下鉄名城線); or a 5-minute walk south from Sakae Station (栄駅) Exit 16 (16番出口) Admission: General Admission 1,000 (800) Yen; Senior HS and University Students 800 (600) Yen; Junior HS Students and younger free. Prices in ( ) are for groups of 10 or more. Illustration from Moominsummer Madness, ink, 1954 ©Moomin CharactersTM Tampere Art Museum Moominvalley A General Collection - Green 所蔵企画展 「みどり図鑑―緑をめぐる3つの視点―」 This exhibition looks at various matters pertaining to ‘green’ in works of art, from three perspectives. Ponder the artworks as one would the pages of a plant identification handbook, and feel a sense of fulfilment like that of being surrounded by green when in the mountains or immersed in a forest. Around 60 works from the Menard Art Museum collection have been selected, including the first public exhibition of Forest Path by early 20th century German Expressionist artist Emil Nolde. After viewing the exhibition, why not take a stroll and enjoy the green of the new leaves on the nearby Mount Komaki (小牧山)? When: Wed. 13 May to Sun. 12 Jul. (10:00 – 17:00; last entry by 16:30) Closed Mondays Where: Menard Art Museum (メナード美術館) Access: A 15-minute walk from Komaki Station (小牧駅) on the Meitetsu Komaki Line (名鉄小牧線). Komaki Station is connected to the Subway Kamiida Line (地下鉄上飯田線). Admission: General Admission 900 (700) Yen; Senior HS and College Students 600 (500) Yen; Junior HS and Elementary School Students 300 (250) Yen. Prices in ( ) are for advance tickets (available from Ticket Pia, Circle K and Seven-11 [P-Code 766-577]) or groups of 20 or more. Holders of a Physically Disabled Persons’ Handbook, and one accompanying person, gain free entry. Visitors wearing green, either clothes or accessories, will receive a discount. Emil Nolde, Forest Path, 1909, oil on canvas; Collection of the Menard Art Museum Adjustment Guidance English-speaking Psychology Practice Individual, Couples, and Family Therapy Services provided in office and via Skype 5 minutes walk from Ozone Free on-site parking www.adjustmentguidance.com adjustment-guidance.tumblr.com 080-9170-8822 NAGOYA CALENDAR 07 Entertainment Calendar Living in Nagoya - Please note all prices, dates, times, and locations are subject to change - Movie Theatre Schedule Night, Sunday, & Holiday Emergency Clinics in July 8 is the Deadline for replacing your Nagoya Alien Registration Card 休日診療所、 名古屋医師会急病センター A Nagoya Station, FUSHIMI AREA 1.PICCADILLY ................................ (052)551-5461✪✩ 2.MIDLAND SQUARE CINEMA ................................ (052)527-8808✩ 3.CINEMA SKHOLE ................................ (052)452-6036✩ 4.109 CINEMAS ................................ (052)541-3109★ 5.MILLION MOVIE THEATER ................................ (052)212-2437✪✩ Meitetsu New Grand Hotel Midland Square Century Toyota Bldg. 3 Kanko Hotel Hirokoji Do ri Nakamura Police Station 8 B SAKAE, SHIN-SAKAE, YABA-CHO AREA Nagoya baptist Church 5 Hilton Hotel 4 Chikusa Post Office Exit 10 Hirokoji-Dori 6.CENTURY CINEMA ................................ (052)264-8580✪★ 7.Meien CINE SALON 1-2 ................................ (052)931-1701✩ The New Residency Management System Exit 1 A C Piago C IMAIKE AREA The Residence Card D MINATO AREA Maruei Hotel com's Nagoya 9 Route 41 Nagoya Tokyu Hotel Mitsukoshi Admission discount services: Aeon Mall Tokai-Dori Meishu-cho Route 23 Ring Road ✪: Foreign students (Must present residence card and student ID) ★: Women ¥1,100 on Wednesdays ✩: Women ¥1,100 on Thursdays ●: Women ¥1,000 on Thursdays Nagoya Racetrack 7 Hirokoji Dori 9.TOHO CINEMAS NAGOYA BAY CITY ................................ (052)659-0111✪★ Nakagawa Canal 8.NAGOYA CINEMATHEQUE ................................ (052)733-3959● Matsuzakaya Parco 6 B D Listed below are English language movies being shown in Nagoya theaters. Listings are subject to change. Movies are usually shown in their original language with Japanese subtitles; some showings may be dubbed in Japanese for younger audiences. Numbers in < > after the movie listing correspond to the above location guide. ★FOCUS フォーカス TV-Regular Bilingual Broadcasts Will Smith, Margot Robbie; dir.Glenn Ficarra‐From May.1<2> <4> ★BLACKHAT ブラックハット Chris Hemsworth, Tang Wei; dir.Michael Mann‐From May.8<9> ★THE TRIP TO ITALY イタリアは呼んでいる Steve Coogan, Rob Brydon; dir. Michael Winterbottom‐From May.9<5> ★THE SIGNAL シグナル Brenton Thwaites, Laurence Fishburne; dir.William Eubank‐From May.15<5><9> ★RUN ALL NIGHT ラン・オールナイト Liam Neeson, Joel Kinnaman; dir.Jaume Collet-Serra‐From May.16<9> ★THE ZERO THEOREM ゼロの未来 Christoph Waltz, David Thewlis; dir.Terry Gilliam‐From May.16<6> ★THE MAZE RUNNER メイズ・ランナー Dylan O'Brien, Will Poulter; dir.Wes Ball‐From May.22 <2><4><9> ★BEFORE I GO TO SLEEP リピーテッド Nicole Kidman, Colin Firth; dir.Rowan Joffe‐From May.23<4> ★CHAPPIE チャッピー Sharlto Copley, Dev Patel; dir.Neill Blomkamp‐From May.23 <2><4><9> ★ADVANCED STYLE アドバンスト・スタイル そのファッションが、人生 Movies on TV #3 (NHK) Everyday @ 19:00--19:30/ News7 Mon-Fri @ 21:00--22:00 / News Watch9 Sun @ 23:00--24:00/ Downton Abbey 3 (End 5/24) #2(NHK Education) Sat @ 8:35--9:00 / Curious George Sat @ 18:25--18:50 / i Carly (Encore broadcast) Sat @ 19:00--19:44 / Chikyu Dramatic [Repeat :Mon@0:00--0:44] NHK BS1 Mon-Sat @ 7:00--7:50 / World News in Perspective (Except 5/4 5/5 5/6) Mon-Fri @ 22:00--22:50 / International News Report (Except 5/4) NHK BS Premium Wed @ 23:15--23:45/ The Big C Sat @ 8:30--9:30/ The King’s Doctor Sun @ 21:00--22:00/ Empress Ki −dir. Lina Plioplyte‐From May.30<7> #6 (Nagoya TV) Mon @ 25:59--26:54 / Drop Dead Diva Season2 Dwayne Johnson, Carla Gugino; dir.Brad Peyton‐From May.30 <2><9> #10 (TV Aichi) Sat @ 24:50--25:50/ONE TREE HILL 2nd Season ★SAN ANDREAS カリフォルニア・ダウン Japanese Language School Free trial lesson (40min.) 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Please feel free to contact us!! NPO International Cross Culture Promotion Center 【TEL】 080-1559-9744 【E-MAIL】 [email protected] 【URL】http://www.kokusai1.org/jls.html 【Classroom location】 Aichi NPO Exchange Plaza. 08 NAGOYA CALENDAR July 9, 2012 saw the introduction of a new residency management system, designed to keep information necessary for managing the residency of foreign nationals with mid- to long-term resident status up-to-date, and ensure greater convenience for said foreign nationals. The new system replaced the previous alien registration system. Notable changes between the two systems include: • an extension of the maximum period of stay to five years • changes to the re-entry permit system • the issuance of a Residence Card to replace the alien registration card (Certificate of Alien Registration). Tel 052-262-3208 Email: [email protected] The Residence Card is issued to mid- to long-term residents when granted permission such as landing permission, permission for change of resident status and permission for extension of the period of stay. It can be issued at a Regional Immigration Office, or at Immigration at ports of entry (airports). (In the case of some ports, the Residence Card cannot be issued immediately, and will be posted to your stated address in Japan; a stamp will be left in your passport to this effect.) The Residence Card has a validity period. For permanent residents aged 16 years or older, validity is for 7 years from the date of issuance; for permanent residents aged less than 16, the Card will expire on their 16th birthday. For persons other than permanent residents aged 16 and older, validity is until the expiration date of the period of stay; for non-permanent residents aged under 16, the Card’s validity is until the expiration date of the period of stay, or the individual’s 16th birthday, whichever comes earlier. Did you know that emergency treatment is available when regular medical facilities are closed (on Sundays, national holidays, during the year-end/new year holiday period, and at night)? Make sure you know where your closest clinic is, just in case. Getting caught out on a Sunday or a holiday can be very stressful if you aren’t prepared. A full list of emergency clinics can be found at http://bit.ly/emergency-nagoya-clinics. If you require any further information, you can contact us on 052-581-0100 or e-mail: [email protected]. Help Hotline for Work-Related Injuries and Disease 外国人労災ホットライン A special multilingual hotline to provide assistance to people suffering from work related injuries or illness, organized by Heart (Human, Earth & Rights) and the non-governmental organization Nagoya Occupational Safety and Health Center. Interpreters will be on hand to answer your call in English, Chinese, Filipino, Spanish and Portuguese. Calls are strictly confidential. When: Sun. 17 May (11:00 – 16:00) Telephone: 052-837-7420 Where: Nagoya Occupational Safety and Health Center (名古屋労 災職業病研究会), 4th Floor Sugiura Clinic, 5-33-1 Yamatedori, Showa-ku, Nagoya ★ Remember that you can also contact the Nagoya International Center for assistance in dealing with work-related injuries or other concerns about your life in Japan. See Page 2 for information on NIC’s counseling services for foreign residents. Replace your Alien Registration Card by July 8 Take advantage of the ‘Multilingual Living After July 9, 2012, and the introduction of the Residence Card, the Certificate of Alien Registration (外国人登録証明書/ Gaikokujin Information’ website Toroku Shomeisho) issued under the previous alien registration 「多言語生活情報」 を活用しよう system has been deemed to be equivalent to the new Residence The Council of Local Authorities for International Relations Card. However, mid- to long-term resident foreign nationals who (CLAIR) provides a wealth of information for foreign residents in currently hold a Certificate of Alien Registration, i.e. those who Japan via the ‘Multilingual Living Information’ website. have yet to be issued a Residence Card, should be aware that Find information on resident registration, marriage and divorce, the period in which the Certificate of Alien Registration is work and training, medical issues, pensions, childbirth, regarded as equivalent to the Residence Card will end on education, taxes, emergencies, and more. Information is available July 8, 2015. (This may be earlier than the expiry date as downloadable PDF files in English, German, Chinese, Korean, printed on your Certificate of Alien Registration.) If you are a mid- to long-term resident foreign national in Japan, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Tagalog, Vietnamese, Indonesian, and have yet to be issued a Residence Card, you can request to Thai, Russian, Japanese (with furigana to help with the kanji), exchange your Certificate of Alien Registration for a Residence and Easy Japanese. Card at the Nagoya Regional Immigration Office. There is also an app version for iOS and Android mobile devices. (A 1-minute walk from Nagoya Keibajō-mae Station [名古屋競馬場 Just check the URL below, or google ‘Multilingual Living 前]; 13 minutes from Nagoya Station [名古屋駅] on the Aonami Information.’ Line [あおなみ線].) Website: http://www.clair.or.jp/tagengo/ For more information on the Residence Card and new residency management system in English, see the Immigration Bureau of Japan’s website at http://www.immi-moj.go.jp/newimmiact_1/en/index.html . Free Guided Tour of Nagoya 定期に開催しているガイドツアー The Aichi Goodwill Guides Network (AGGN) offer free Englishspeaking tours of sightseeing spots around Nagoya. No guide fees are required for all tours, but as for Private Tours, all entrance fees, transportation, food and drink costs for the guides during the tour will be paid by the person(s) requesting guide service. For further info & reservations contact the AGGN at [email protected] or 0561-75-6977 (Tel & Fax). ■Regular Tour (no reservations needed): Tours of Nagoya Castle depart every Saturday and Wednesday at 13:30 from the East Gate of Nagoya Castle. Entrance fee 500 Yen. ■Private Tours also available (reservations are required at least 7 days in advance) Aichi Gogaku Volunteers Seminar (AGVS) 愛知語学ボランティアセミナー AGVS volunteer activities began in the fall of 2005 with members who had served as volunteer interpreters for the 2005 World Exposition Aichi Japan. Services include; 1) Interpreters for workshops, school meetings, and conferences. 2) Translators for websites, documents and academic reports. 3) Volunteer tour guides to facilities and sightseeing spots in and around Aichi Prefecture. To see if AGVS can help, please e-mail [email protected] also check http://aichigogakuvolunteers.web.fc2.com/ NAGOYA CALENDAR 09 Bulletin Board Bulletin Board ★ About Notice Submissions - This is a free service - You can submit and renew notices in person at the NIC Information Counter or via our website at www.nic-nagoya.or.jp/en/bulletinboard. Submissions for commercial purposes & job hiring are not accepted. The NIC is not responsible for any problems that arise between parties placing notices & their respondents, and NIC reserves the right to refuse or edit notices. Cultural Learning Opportunities ★ Hana-no-ki-kai - Ikebana classes every 4th Sunday of the month 13:00 - 16:00 near Kanayama station. Only actual cost charged for materials. Reservations to Ms. Suzuki at 0562-930310 or Fax to 0562-93-5214. ★ Ikebana Communications - enjoy your stay in Japan & make new friends by learning Ikebana. We meet every 2nd & 4th Sat 2pm to 8pm near Nagoya International Center Bldg. Fee 1400 Yen per class. To join, please call Mimi 090-48674264, Ms. Wakita 052-581-6071 or Miki 090-7954-2892 ★ Japanese Home Cooking Class, Ikebana & Tea Ceremony in English - Learn to use the different sauces & spices common to traditional Japanese home-cooked dishes. Flower arranging & tea ceremony lessons available; private or group lessons OK. Call Hideko at 052-211-2586. ★ Let’s Enjoy Japanese Kimono - Calling all foreign women! Join us and try on a variety of kimonos and learn about Japanese culture. Every 2nd Saturday (13:00 - 15:00) at Atsuta Shogai Gakushu Center - a 15 minute walk from Hibino Subway Station, exit 1. Participation fee only 500 Yen. Call or fax to reserve your place 052-681-9414. YYclub Yoshida Akemi. ★ Easy to Speak French! Enjoy French group lesson for all levels! Learn all the “tools” to understand and speak French. 500 Yen / 60min. Week days in the morning @ NIC. Contact Frederic [email protected] (Japanese OK!) ★ Easy to Communicate in Arabic! Group lessons for all levels. Learn everything you need to appreciate listening and speaking. 500 Yen / 60 min. Morning/afternoon/evening lessons on weekends at Miyahigashi-Cho (4 min. from Nagoya Daigaku Sta. Exit 1). Contact Labidi [email protected] (English, French, Japanese, Arabic OK!). International Food Fair and Garage Sale - Annual event sponsored by Nagoya International School PTA. Join us for food from different countries, family-friendly activities, school tours, exciting sales, and more! Sat., May 9, 10am-2pm at Nagoya International School (2686 Minamihara, Nakashidami, Moriyama-ku, Nagoya) Spanish Club for Foreigners – Start or improve your Spanish in group. 500 Yen/hour. Prepare for any exam, going abroad or make friends. Indoor and outdoor activities. 5 minute walk from Yagoto Subway Station. Give us your available time and let's make it. E-mail [email protected] (Nelly) Move for Health - Various Latin style dances. Easily swing your body to the rhythm. 7-minute walk from Yagoto St. on Saturday afternoon. 500 yen/hour fellowship fee. Contact [email protected] (Rohas) Other Services and Assistance Available for Foreigners ★ Al Anon- for families and friends of alcoholics. Meets at Mikokoro Center in Marunouchi. Contact Nancy at [email protected] or Mikokoro Center at 052-971-0334. ★ Nagoya International Alcoholics Anonymous - Think you have a problem with alcohol? Call @ 090-9938-0596. Open English meeting weekly on Sunday, 7 pm. http://ow.ly/sgiW1 Japanese Language Classes “Aichi Nihongo no Kai” Japanese Conversation Class Mondays 10:00 - 11:30 at Aichi-Kankokujin-Kaikan 4F North Meeting Room - near Kamejima Station exit 4. Introductory, beginner, & intermediate courses available. 2,600 Yen in total for all 13 lessons. Term: Apr. 13 to Jul. 13, 2015 (May 4 no class) Join any time. Call Keiko 090-9173-8136 or e-mail [email protected]. “A-KA-SA-TA-NA” Japanese Conversation Class Thursdays from 10:30 to 12:00 at the Aichi International Plaza; 2 blocks west of Shiyakusho Station exit 5. Classes Apr. 16 to Jul. 9. 2,600 Yen for 13 lessons. Can join anytime. Email: [email protected]. Call Noro at 052-711-5078 or Sato at 0566-82-0047. ★ “Kotoba-no-kai” - for non-native speakers of Japanese on Wednesdays & Fridays (intermediate level and up) from 10:00-11:30 @ E-ABLE Nagoya (previously Nagoya-shi Josei Kaikan); A 3 minute walk from Higashi Betsuin Station exit 1 on the Meijo Subway Line. 1500 Yen for 15 classes. Call Sachiko at 052-805-8134. 10 NAGOYA CALENDAR ★ Kurokawa Japanese Language Class - April-September Fee 5,000 Yen for 20 lessons 6:30PM to 8:15PM every Thursday.The Kita Ward office 6F(Nagoya City). An 8-minute walk from KUROKAWA Subway Station, exit 1. Website: http://kurokawa.digi2.jp/ E-mail: [email protected] ★ Helping Hands and Hearts Japan Japanese Language Classes - Every day (Time is negotiable from 9AM to 9PM), All levels, Private lessons, 3800 Yen per 8 classes (1 class is 60 min). Place: Will Aichi or Nadya Park or Nagoya International Center. Other locations are negotiable. Native Japanese helps you to learn Japanese language. Join anytime! Call: 080-3287-7982 (Softbank); email: [email protected]. Iroha Nihongo-no-Kai offers Japanese lessons on Thursdays, 10:30-12:00 at Nadya Park, 6F NPO Center. Located opposite Yaba Park Exit 6 at Yaba-cho Subway Station. Next term: April 2 to July 16 for 2250 Yen per term (total 15 lessons). Join any time! Email: [email protected]; Call Sionoya: 090-6595-1578 or O’Brien: 052-851-3436 ★ JELA -Language Exchange Group - Enjoy your conversation and learning Japanese! Every second Thursday from 18:30 to 20:40 at Meikin-Seikyo Motoyama 3F near Motoyama Station exit 4. Trial: 200yen. 1 year pass: 500yen. Email: [email protected] Website: http://japaneseenglishlaen.blogspot.jp/ Sports & Outdoor Clubs ★ "The Push-Up Brahs", Nagoya - a calisthenics and body weight training bootcamp. All fitness levels welcome, Brahs are not gender biased, just be ready to work. Meet at Tsurumai JR entrance, email Mike: [email protected] for details. ★ Futsal in Nagoya - A friendly game of 6-a-side FUTSAL. Takes place in Nagoya on Sundays and Mondays. Come and improve your soccer skills! Email Chris at: [email protected] ★ Nagoya International Volleyball Club - A friendly, non-competitive, mixed game of volleyball for foreigners and Japanese people living in Nagoya. Meet on Sundays twice a month. Open to men and women of all levels. Get some exercise, have some fun and meet people of different nationalities. Find us on Facebook. E-mail: [email protected] ★ Shonai FC & Sunday Shonai. Free Kickabout/Pickup football/soccer every Sun. 3:30pm at Shonai Ryokuchi Koen (Tsurumai Line) All levels. Behind the athletics track. Facebook ”shonaifc” or email Gary [email protected] Nagoya International Badminton Club – This club is non-competitive, just for fun. Meet new people, make friends and get some exercise. Beginners and non-players also welcome. Find us on Facebook. E-mail: [email protected] Meeting & Activities ★ Current Affairs Discussion Group - Let’s talk about Current Affairs; local, national, international. E-mail: [email protected] ★ Nagoya Writes - We have monthly readings and occasional workshops. Fiction, essays, poetry, personal narratives, are all welcome. Or, you can drop by and meet other writers. For information contact Albert at [email protected]. Website: http://nagoyawrites.wordpress.com ★Nagoya Meet and Greet – A monthly lunch where 40+ women of various nationalities, interests, and ages gather to meet, eat, and greet. Great for new arrivals and those seeking new friends. Children’s play area available. English is the language of communication. E-mail: [email protected] ★ Nagoya International Success Group - A friendly international group of people who are keen on learning and have a high teach ability index. Contact: [email protected] Website: http://www.meetup.com/Nagoya-International-Success-Group/ ★ Helping Orphans in Nagoya - If you are interested in spending time with some fantastic children and huge hearted volunteers, both from the international community as well as local Japanese, we welcome you to volunteer with Santa and Friends Nagoya. Please visit our website! www.santaandfriendsnagoya.com ★ Shirayuri Association - providing educational and cultural services to both Turkish and Japanese societies in order to promote the Turkish community in Japan, and further friendship between Turkish & Japanese communities. Located in Yabuta-cho, Moriyama Ku - Tel/fax 052-710-9808. ★ Sakae Toastmasters Club - An international club that aims to develop leadership and English communication skills in a no-pressure atmosphere. We meet 2nd/4th Wednesdays from 19:00-21:00 at Nadya Park. Attend one of our club meetings. Contact Rina 080-3647-6996 or email [email protected] ★ Cross Cultural Exchange Association - An organization dedicated to promoting cultural exchange, international understanding and friendships amongst women of all nationalities living in the Nagoya area. With monthly social activities, general meetings and special interest groups, there's something for everyone! E-mail: [email protected] Website: cceanagoya.com Nagoya Speech and Debate Club - We make short speeches and discuss topics in English. Wed. May 6, 19:15 – 20:45, Nadya Park Rm 4; Sun. May 10, 10:30 – 12:00, Nadya Park Rm 5. Contact Seto 080-5132-2377 or [email protected] Nagoya cyphers (cyber security group) - Learn or improve your network security skills (mainly Linux) while having fun (experiments, lan parties, etc). English,Spanish,Portuguese or Japanese. Email: [email protected] (Alberto) Family Groups ★ Chayagasaka Cooperative English Playgroup - for children 0 to 6 with at least one (English speaking) non-Japanese parent. Wednesday mornings near Chayagasaka Station; 500 yen per session. Games, songs, snacks and crafts. Website: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/chayagasaka_playgroup/ Email: [email protected] ★ Foreign Mothers’ Group - Meeting at Higashi Betsuin every 2nd Saturday of the month. Call Misako on 090-18342701 or Lorna on 090-2344-8978. ★ German Playgroup for children of all ages meets 10-12 on the last Sunday of each month. Contact Oliver at [email protected] ★ Nagoya Foreign Fathers - Father / child activity group. Meets one Sunday a month for fun activity. Fostering dual nationality and international culture. Common language is English. Sign up via our Facebook group. ★ Nakamura English Playgroup - Meets on the 2nd & 4th Saturdays of the month from 10-12 at the Nakamura Lifelong Learning Center. All foreign & bi-cultural families, returnees are welcome. ¥300 per child, free the first time. E-mail: [email protected] Website: http://nkenglishplaygroup.wordpress.com ★ Bilingual Play Group – English-Japanese play group. We meet the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of every month from 10:30 11:30 through July. 100yen per family. Mustard Seed Christian Church;GS Imaike building 7F, a 2 minute walk from Imaike station exit 7. Website: www.mustardseednagoya.com / email: [email protected] Places of Worship ★ Nagoya International Baptist Church (NIBC), is located in Tenpaku Ku. Free Japanese Class (adults), Sunday School (adults & children), Afternoon Service & Ladies Bible Study www.nibc.japanforchrist.com for details. - Calvary Baptist Church (CBC) is also located in Tenpaku Ku. Sunday School (adult & children), Morning Service, Free English Class www.cbcnagoya.japanforchrist.com for details. For phone enquiries in Japanese or English, please call 052-801-8064 or 080-3650-5539 Nagoya Orthodox Church In Showa-ku, near Subway Tsurumai Line, Arahata stn. or Tsurumai stn. Vespers on Sat. 17:30. Holy Liturgy on Sun. at 10:00. For more information, please call Fr. George Matsushima at (052)734-9000 or e-mail: [email protected]. Website: http://www.orthodox-jp.com/nagoya/ ★ All Nations Fellowship is an international bilingual (English/Japanese) worship service. Our Bible-based teachings are focused on the gospel and the doctrines of grace. We meet every Sunday at 10:30am in Nagakute. We offer bilingual Sunday School for children ages 4-12. Please visit our website at www.allnationsfellowship.net for more information. ★ Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: Services each Sunday near Gokiso Station, at Kitayama-cho 3-41; tel. 052-732-5176. Sacrament Meeting at 10:00, followed by English Sunday School; translation assistance available for other meetings. Friends & visitors always welcome. Call Nagoya LDS Mission 052-773-0755. ★ Faith Charismatic Church (FCC) - We meet every Sunday at Naka Sports Center (3F Room 3) at 10:00. Call Pastor Bede at 080-5139-6777 ★ Islam Ahmadiyya Mosque - hosts Muslim Friday Prayer at 13:00 and is open for five prayers. Offers study of the Holy Qu'ran, Arabic, and Urdu. Islamic library and cooking classes. Located in Meito Ward at Kifune 2-1602. A 7 minute walk across Route 302 from the Meito Post Office. Website: www.ahmadiyyat.jp Email: [email protected] Tel: 052-703-1868 ★ Mikokoro (Sacred Heart) International Catholic Center Nagoya English Masses every Saturday 18:00, Sunday 10:00 & 15:00; Novena, Wednesdays at 15:00. Confessions, baptisms, marriages available. Tel: 052-971-0334. Near Hisaya-odori Station. Website: www.mikokoro.net ★ Nagoya English Fellowship Nagoya English Fellowship - We are an inter-denominational Evangelical Fellowship with English and Japanese (3 times a month) messages & bilingual children's Sunday School for children. We meet at the Nishi Lifelong Learning Center, Joshin Subway Station, exit 6. The service starts at 10:45 AM. Contact: Willie Gonzales 090-2579-1007 or http://nefchurch.org. ★ Indonesian Catholic Community - hosts Indonesian mass once a month (every 4th Sunday) in Johokubashi Catholic Church at 12:30 pm, 8 minute walk from Meijo Koen station exit 1. For more detail please email us at [email protected] ★ Nagoya All Saints International Church provides a weekly opportunity for personal renewal, spiritual growth and soulful refreshment for all those who seek it. All are welcome to join our warm, caring community of believers. We worship in English at 5:00pm every Sunday, followed by fellowship. We are centrally located in Imaike nearest to Imaike station, exit #9. See more info at nagoyaallsaintsinternationalchurch.com or contact by phone/email at: 080-4527-3464 [email protected] ★ Nagoya International Christian Assembly near Gokiso and Fukiage Stations has Sunday Services in English 08:30 to 10:30 - singing, preaching, Bible study, & fellowship. 18:30 to 20:30 - praise & worship. Filipino (Tagalog) Bible study 1st Sundays at 16:00. Website: www.nicachurch.org ★ Nagoya Mosque - hosts Muslim Friday Prayers & is open for five-time prayers Khutba at 12:30 & Prayer at 12:40. Halal meat & Islamic literature are also available. Honjin Station, exit 3 Call 052-486-2380 Website: http://nagoyamosque.com ★ Nagoya Port Mosque - Friday Prayer Khutba from 12:30. Open for five time prayers, every Saturday special speech & dinner after Isha Prayer. Arabic lessons for children on Saturdays. On Route 23, between Hojin & Juichiya traffic lights, next to the over head crossing; parking available for 10 cars, except Fridays (11:30 - 14:00). A 15 minute walk from Inaei Aonami Line Station. Address: Nagoya, Minato-Ku, Zennan-Cho 33-3. Tel: 090 3251 5381 ★ The IMMANUEL Christian Fellowship is an evangelical fellowship that welcomes Filipinos and English speaking people. Experience: warm fellowship, lively praise & worship songs, practical Tagalog & English sermon and Bible story lessons for your Japanese speaking kids. Worship service @1:00 pm. Contact Pastor Solito at 090-8540-8260 or visit www.icfnagoya.org His Call International Church - Hillsong Network Church Services for all ages in Japanese, English & Chinese. SUN: 9am, 11am, 2pm. WED: 7:30pm. Free Language Exchange. Children's Church. 1 minute walk from Osu Kannon station exit 4. WEB: hiscallchurch.com TEL: 052-228-7780 ★ Aichi St. Luke's Anglican / Episcopal Church: English language service on the second Sunday of every month @ 17:00. A 5 minute walk from Owariasahi Station, Meitetsu Seto Line. Inquiries: e-mail [email protected] Website: http://www.nskk.org/chubu/alc/church/regular-service Tel:0561-53-8937 ★ Mustard Seed Christian Church - Come join our Japanese-English bilingual worship service every Sunday at 11:00 a.m. Enjoy excellent music, dynamic teaching, & meet new people! This is a casual worship service, and anyone is welcome to come and join. Location: GS Imaike building 7F, a 2 minute walk from Imaike station exit 7. Website: www.mustardseednagoya.com / email: [email protected] ★ Toyohashi St Mary Magdalene Chapel, Traditional Anglican Episcopalian - services in English every Sunday evening (18:30) & every 1st Sunday (11:00). April 8 - July 22 & Sep 23 to Dec 16. Take the Toyohashi city tram to Shin Kawa, (2nd stop). Location: V.E.S., N.I Village Mansion 5F, just behind the MUFG Bank. Call Rev. Ivan Cosby 0532-450950 or mail [email protected]. ★ Jesus The Gospel Church International – Japan - A Full Gospel, Non Sectarian Christian Church - English, Japanese and Tagalog Worship Service every third Sat. of the month at Nagoya Shi, Sakae, Naka Sports Center in front of Sakae Elementary School, at 1pm to 3pm. Receive Salvation, Healing, Deliverance, Miracle and Revival. For more information please contact JTG Church office at 0363-882374 / 090-1781-7373 NAGOYA CALENDAR 11
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