Her Sketchbook (世界は今日から君のもの)
(106mins, 2017)
Directed by Masaya Ozaki
Mami rarely leaves home since she dropped out from middle school. She has been escaping reality by immersing herself in copying her favorite manga and illustrations in her room full of books and comics. Her father, Eisuke, worries a lot about her ever since he divorced with her mother, Mika.
MAQUIA: When the Promised Flower Blooms (さよならの朝に約束の花をかざろう)
(115mins, 2018)
Directed by Mari Okada
Seating is on a first come first serve basis and subject to capacity. Please arrive early for best seating.
*MAQUIA mini-poster giveaway! (while supplies last)
Animation that marks the directorial debut for Mari Okada, the scriptwriter of works including The Anthem of the Heart. Depicts the "eternal moment" of a boy and girl who meet amidst the passage of time.
Wellness Wednesdays: We offer Wellness programs on Wednesday at lunchtime!
December 19 is Yoga day! In this program, no need to change clothes or use a yoga mat; you will be seated in a chair receiving relaxing instruction from a bilingual (English and Japanese) instructor. Learn simple Japanese phrases during the instruction and stretch your mind as well as your body.
There will be two free sessions beginning at 12:30pm and 1:00pm. No reservation necessary, all are welcome.
This workshop is suitable for all Kanji starters! You will learn various types of Kanji formations, the ways they are read, and the concept of radicals. You will also learn how to write Kanji with Japanese calligraphy (Shodo) with correct posture, the right way to bring an ink brush, and the right stroke orders. At the end of the workshop, let's write your favorite Kanji with calligraphy on washi paper! The registration will close when it becomes full.
Japanese Language Learners Event Grant
Deadlines: 3/1/2018, 9/1/2018
Japanese Teaching Material Purchase Grant
Deadlines: 3/15/2018, 9/15/2018
Salary Assistance Grant for Japanese Language Courses
Deadline: 4/10/2018
Japanese Language Education Project Grant
Deadline: Two months prior to the project start date
