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SUMMARY:Omochitsuki / Rice Cake Making Event
DESCRIPTION:All Kenjin-kai & Nikkei community clubs combined event series: \nHost by Seattle-Tacoma Fukuoka Kenjinkai\, their annual Omochitsuki/Rice Cake Making Event will be taking place on Sunday\, January 27\, 2019 (it’s a 2-day event for volunteers\, includes Saturday the 26\, 2019). \nAs usual\, one day prior to the event\, they will be in need of many volunteers to help in making preparations\, do grocery shopping and setting up the venue on Saturday the 26th. The same goes for the day of the event\, an hour before start (this would be 10:00 A.M. on Sunday the 27th). Lastly\, they will also need volunteers to help pound the Mochi during the event\, and also to help clean up afterward (about 3:00 P.M. on Sunday the 27th). \nFor those who would like to volunteer during the event\, please register via mail or email at: \nSEATTLE-TACOMA FUKUOKA KENJINKAI\n2020 Maltby Rd\, Ste 7\nPMB 135\nBothell\, WA 98021 \nOr \nEmail:\nInfo8Sea2Fuk@yahoo.com \nAs usual\, the event will be open to the general public\, so be sure to bring all your family and friends to join the festivity. \nWhat:\nOmochitsuki / Rice Cake Making Event\, 11:00 A.M. on Sunday\, January 27\, 2019 (It’s a 2-day event for volunteers\, includes Saturday the 26\, 2019) \nWhen:\nDay-1 Preparation: SATURDAY\, JANUARY 26\, 2019 at 2:00 P.M. (2-3 hours)\nDay-2 the Event: SUNDAY\, JANUARY 27\, 2019 at 11:00 A.M. (volunteers: please arrive at 10AM to help make last-minute preparations\, and stay after 3PM to help clean up. Thank you!) \nWhere:\nJapanese Cultural & Community Center of Washington (JCCCW)(west side Conference Rooms)\n1414 S. Weller St.\,\nSeattle\, WA 98144\nDue to the limited parking spaces available in the neighborhood\, the event attendees are being asked to kindly consider taking public transportations or share rides to the venue on the Sunday event. \nFee: Free (request minimum donation: $5 per person.)
URL:https://napost.com/event/omochitsuki-rice-cake-making-event/
LOCATION:Japanese Cultural and Community Center of Washington (JCCCW)\, 1414 S Weller St\, Seattle\, WA\, 98144\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190119T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190119T123000
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SUMMARY:Japanese Film Mirai Screening at SIFF!
DESCRIPTION:SIFF(the Seattle International Film Festival)’s Saturday Morning Cartoons is a monthly celebration of animated children’s films from across the globe. This season we’re going to be opening the series with the Seattle premier of Mirai\, by famed director Mamoru Hosoda\, creator of Wolf Children and Summer Wars. It will be presented in Japanese with English subtitles. Admission is all ages\, and includes free coffee and donuts as well as a post-film discussion slash Q&A.  \nCost: Regular $10/SIFF Member $5/Youth 18 & Under $5
URL:https://napost.com/event/japanese-film-mirai-screening-at-siff/
LOCATION:SIFF Cinema Uptown\, 511 Queen Anne Ave N\, Seattle\, 98109\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190113T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190113T160000
DTSTAMP:20181210T185152Z
CREATED:20181210T185021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181210T185152Z
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SUMMARY:Houses for Peace: Exploring the Legacy of Floyd Schmoe Screening
DESCRIPTION:This NHK documentary film centers on how Floyd Schmoe\, a Quaker and lifelong pacifist\, organized a diverse interracial/interfaith team of American and Japanese volunteers on a mission of peace to build houses for families who survived the World War II atomic bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. \nImmediately following the screening\, Jean Walkinshaw\, one of the volunteers who built houses in Hiroshima and Nagasaki\, and the program’s directors\, Ms.Jun YOTSUMOTO and Ms.Kumiko OGOSHI TAKAI of NHK WORLD-JAPAN will discuss the documentary and take questions from the audience. \nThe screening is free and open to the public. \nView a short trailer / preview of the film (0:32 on YouTube) \nFor more information\, contact UW American Ethnic Studies aes@uw.edu
URL:https://napost.com/event/houses-for-peace-exploring-the-legacy-of-floyd-schmoe-screening/
LOCATION:University of Washignton – Kane Hall\, 4069 Spokane Ln\, Seattle\, 98105\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190112T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190112T180000
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SUMMARY:Allegiance Screening by Seattle Asian American Film Festival
DESCRIPTION:On Saturday January 12  from 4pm to 6pm\, a free screening of “Allegiance” will be held at NVC Memorial Hall. \nInspired by true events\, “Allegiance” is the story of the Kimura family\, whose lives are upended when they and 120\,000 other Japanese-Americans are forced to leave their homes following the events of Pearl Harbor. \nThis screening is presented by Seattle Asian American Film Festival.
URL:https://napost.com/event/allegiance-screening-by-seattle-asian-american-film-festival/
LOCATION:Nisei Veteran’s Committee (NVC) Memorial Hall\, 1212 S King St\, Seattle\, WA\, 98144\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190116T230000
DTSTAMP:20190108T073105Z
CREATED:20190108T073105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190108T073105Z
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SUMMARY:A memorial "chantathon"
DESCRIPTION:Through chanting we can learn more about Buddhism\, clear our minds of everyday concerns\, and reflect on the lives of those who came before us.\n	The Seattle Buddhist Temple will offer the opportunity to experience these benefits once\, twice or for an entire week through chanting sutras (scriptures) with Sensei Katsuya Kusinoki. Dates and times are January 9 to 16 between 10 and 11 a.m.\nThis is a special program is to commemorate the passing of Shinran Shonin\, the founder of Jodo Shinshu Buddhism\, as it is done at our Mother Temple in Kyoto\, Japan.\nNo previous experience in chanting\, knowledge of the sutras or background in Jodo Shinshu are necessary. Those who prefer not to chant\, but only to listen may do so. Rev. Kusinoki urges newcomers to bring an open mind\, a desire to learn and water to sip when their throats get dry.\n1427 South Main. Seattle 98144
URL:https://napost.com/event/a-memorial-chantathon/
LOCATION:Seattle Buddhist Temple\, 1427 S Main St\, Seattle\, WA\, 98144\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Seattle Betsuin Buddhist Temple":MAILTO:office@seattlebetsuin.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190107T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190315T140000
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SUMMARY:PLAY WITH MATERIAL: LABORATORY : Naoko Morisawa
DESCRIPTION:“Wood is an important component in my art\,” Morisawa said. “The life of a tree and the energy in each grain of wood are why I use wood.” \nMorisawa’s artwork is hand-made of thousands of very small slices of natural and oil-dyed wood chips on board. She incorporates the patterns in the wood and enhances them with oil-stain. \n“The variety of wood grain is very beautiful\, and the pattern is never the same\,” she said. “The combinations of natural and oil-stained grains create interesting shadows and impressions.” \nNaoko Morisawa\, born in Tokyo\, is a Seattle mosaic collage artist and exhibits nationwide. Wood is an important component in he art. Morisawa says by using wood mosaic\, she can show the life and energy. \nInterview with Evan Thompson \nMeet the artists!\nReception 3-5 p.m.\, Fri.\, Feb. 22 \nArt Gallery\, Lynnwood Hall\, third floor
URL:https://napost.com/event/play-with-material-laboratory-naoko-morisawa/
LOCATION:Art Gallery\, Lynnwood Hall\, third floor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190105T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20190105T150000
DTSTAMP:20190102T213758Z
CREATED:20181210T200149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190102T213758Z
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SUMMARY:Mochi Tsuki Celebration
DESCRIPTION:The Bainbridge Island Japanese American Community (BIJAC) will mark the 30th anniversary of their beloved Mochi Tsuki celebration by moving to a new and bigger venue\, Woodward Middle School\, 9125 Sportsman Club Road. The much anticipated New Year’s community event will be held on Saturday\, January 5th\, 2019\, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. \nBesides the new location\, perhaps the most noteworthy change is that NO tickets will be required for entry or for the popular Seattle Kokon Taiko performances. The two performances of the award-winning drum ensemble will be held in Woodward Middle School’s spacious gymnasium for the first 500 guests from Noon – 12:30 p.m. and 2:00 – 2:30 p.m. While parking is available in Woodward Middle School’s main lot and also at nearby Sakai Intermediate School\, carpooling is strongly recommended. \nAll guests will receive a special 30th Anniversary Commemorative gift as a token of BIJAC’s appreciation for the decades of community support and attendance. \nMochi Tsuki began 30 years ago on Bainbridge Island as a small New Year’s celebration gathering at the former Bainbridge Dry Cleaner located on lower Winslow Way. The celebration quickly grew in popularity and moved to Island Center Hall\, but after a few years the event grew even bigger again and moved to the Filipino American Community Hall. In 2004\, IslandWood hosted their first Mochi Tsuki celebration. \n“For the past 15 years\, IslandWood has been a wonderfully generous partner hosting our Mochi Tsuki celebration\,” BIJAC President Clarence Moriwaki said. “Indeed\, without their support throughout all of these years\, we would not have grown into what may be the largest public Mochi Tsuki event in the country\, and we’re forever grateful for their community spirit and friendship.” \nTraditional mochi pounding\, hand forming mochi\, origami folding and a new BIJAC history game with prizes will be featured\, along with displays of the award-winning “Kodomo No Tameni – For the Sake of the Children” exhibit of 100 years of Japanese American history on Bainbridge Island\, and future phases of the Bainbridge Island Japanese American Exclusion Memorial. \nThe new move to Woodward Middle School is made possible thanks to a Cultural Grant from the City of Bainbridge Island and support from event partners Town and Country Market\, Bainbridge Island Ace Hardware and IslandWood. For at least the next two years\, BIJAC is planning to host Mochi Tsuki at Woodward and will strive to keep the event free and open to the public.
URL:https://napost.com/event/mochi-tsuki-celebration/
LOCATION:Woodward Middle School\, 9125 Sportsman Club Rd NE\, Bainbridge Island\, WA\, 98110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181230T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181230T160000
DTSTAMP:20181210T194519Z
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SUMMARY:Beethoven Symphony No. 9
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nSeattle Symphony presents Beethoven Symphony No. 9 inviting Japanese Soprano singer Yasko Sato. Yasko Sato made her début in 2005 in Japan singing Leonora in Oberto Conte di San Bonifacio by Verdi while on tour for the Teatro Lirico Sperimentale di Spoleto; the same theatre subsequently invited her to sing Mimì in La Bohème\, Leonora in Il Trovatore and for a concert with Leo Nucci in the 40th anniversary of his début. The beauty and drama of Beethoven’s monumental Ninth Symphony is alternately awe-inspiring and uplifting\, with the Ode to Joy the crowning jewel atop this transformative piece. Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony for the ages is a wonderful way to end the year. \n  \n 
URL:https://napost.com/event/beethoven-symphony-no-9-3/
LOCATION:Benaroya Hall\, 200 University St\, Seattle\, 98101
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181229T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181229T220000
DTSTAMP:20181210T194132Z
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SUMMARY:Beethoven Symphony No. 9
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \nSeattle Symphony presents Beethoven Symphony No. 9 inviting Japanese Soprano singer Yasko Sato. Yasko Sato made her début in 2005 in Japan singing Leonora in Oberto Conte di San Bonifacio by Verdi while on tour for the Teatro Lirico Sperimentale di Spoleto; the same theatre subsequently invited her to sing Mimì in La Bohème\, Leonora in Il Trovatore and for a concert with Leo Nucci in the 40th anniversary of his début. The beauty and drama of Beethoven’s monumental Ninth Symphony is alternately awe-inspiring and uplifting\, with the Ode to Joy the crowning jewel atop this transformative piece. Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony for the ages is a wonderful way to end the year.
URL:https://napost.com/event/beethoven-symphony-no-9-2/
LOCATION:Benaroya Hall\, 200 University St\, Seattle\, 98101
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181228T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181228T220000
DTSTAMP:20181210T193313Z
CREATED:20181210T192641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181210T193313Z
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SUMMARY:Beethoven Symphony No. 9
DESCRIPTION:Seattle Symphony presents Beethoven Symphony No. 9 inviting Japanese Soprano singer Yasko Sato. Yasko Sato made her début in 2005 in Japan singing Leonora in Oberto Conte di San Bonifacio by Verdi while on tour for the Teatro Lirico Sperimentale di Spoleto; the same theatre subsequently invited her to sing Mimì in La Bohème\, Leonora in Il Trovatore and for a concert with Leo Nucci in the 40th anniversary of his début. The beauty and drama of Beethoven’s monumental Ninth Symphony is alternately awe-inspiring and uplifting\, with the Ode to Joy the crowning jewel atop this transformative piece. Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony for the ages is a wonderful way to end the year.
URL:https://napost.com/event/beethoven-symphony-no-9/
LOCATION:Benaroya Hall\, 200 University St\, Seattle\, 98101
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181215T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181215T153000
DTSTAMP:20190102T213815Z
CREATED:20181120T192907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190102T213815Z
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SUMMARY:Red\, White & Blue Karaoke Singing Contest
DESCRIPTION:The local Nikkei (Japanese & Japanese-American) communities will be hosting an annual karaoke contest event. The contestants will be divided into three groups– Red\, White and Blue. Those who choose not to sing in the event will serve as the judge\, and will select the winner. Once decided\, the winning team will be presented with a 2018 banner\, which will then be added to a new Annual Karaoke Contest Flag that will be displayed at the event each year. Team members will also receive individual prizes. \nThe Contest will be hosted in a local restaurant in Bellevue with snack buffet provided. There will be a karaoke company managing the equipment at the restaurant on the day of the event\, and contestants may all expect a professional presentation and a full musical selection. Original songs will also be welcome! Contestants and their song selections will be arranged in advance\, with the roster available prior to the event. \nFor those who don’t want to sing but would still love to join in for the festivities\, they will get to be seated as both live audience and judges\, complete with scoring cards. Ticket-prices for the non-contestants will include meal at the snack buffet. \nThe deadline for singing contest registration and early-bird discount is Monday\, December 3rd\, 2018. \nFor contest registration and ticket prices\, please contact any local Kenjin-kai (prefectural ) club\, Nikkei community club or organization within the State of Washington.
URL:https://napost.com/event/red-white-blue-karaoke-singing-contest/
LOCATION:Terry’s Kitchen\, 5625 119th Ave SE\, Bellevue\, 98006
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ORGANIZER;CN="Seattle-Tacoma Fukuoka Kenjinkai":MAILTO:info8Sea2Fuk@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181212T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181212T170000
DTSTAMP:20181212T210801Z
CREATED:20181212T210801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181212T210801Z
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SUMMARY:Kawabe House Meiji Kai January Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Kawabe Memorial House serves great Japanese and American style lunch cooked for public from Monday to Friday. It is free for 60 and older ($4 suggested donation) and $10 for under 60 years old. \nThis lunch program at Kawabe Memorial House is called “Meiji Kai Lunch Program.” The program was originally began in 1975 at NVC Memorial Hall to serve Japanese style lunch for NVC members and their families\, then transferred to Kawabe Memorial House in 2002. Today\, this program serves healthy lunch at low cost\, as well as socializing opportunities for seniors in our community.
URL:https://napost.com/event/kawabe-house-meiji-kai-january-lunch/
LOCATION:Kawabe Memorial House\, 221 18th Ave. S.\, Seattle\, 98144
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181209T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181209T150000
DTSTAMP:20181119T224124Z
CREATED:20181119T224124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181119T224124Z
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SUMMARY:NVC Children’s Christmas Party
DESCRIPTION:The annual NVC Children’s Christmas Party will be held on Sunday\, December 9th. The doors will open at 12:00 and there will be face painting and craft making until 1pm when the show will start. This year’s show will be from Leapfrog Entertainment. Robert Stuverud a.k.a “Roberto the Magnificent” will be performing a comedy juggling and unicycle act. Once again\, our party will feature snacks and of course our guest of honor…..SANTA!! \nSAVE THE DATE AND PLAN TO BE THERE!! \nPlease bring a small gift (under $15.00 suggested) and mark for a boy or girl. Bring you children and friends. \nContact Chris Sketchley cjsketchley@comcast.net with questions.
URL:https://napost.com/event/nvc-childrens-christmas-party-2018/
LOCATION:Nisei Veteran’s Committee (NVC) Memorial Hall\, 1212 S King St\, Seattle\, WA\, 98144\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181206T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181206T200000
DTSTAMP:20181204T163915Z
CREATED:20181130T221814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181204T163915Z
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SUMMARY:A Bridge Across the Pacific:  Japanese American Baseball Pioneers in the early 1900s
DESCRIPTION:Long\, long before Shohei Ohtani and Ichiro; Issei and Nisei baseball Pioneers were our American ambassadors and great Godfather’s to players from Asia today playing in MLB. Their diplomacy\, mentorship and ‘pure love of the game’ influenced and inspired early players and teams in Japan\, Korea and Manchuko\, China. Prior to even Babe Ruth\, Lou Gehrig and MLB teams\, Japanese American and Black all-stars were our ‘Gentle Giants’ for the game and paved the way for professional baseball in Japan in 1936.\n\nDescribed as the world’s authority of Japanese American baseball\, author\, filmmaker and historian Kerry Yo Nakagawa will present a dynamic look at these historic players and teams that had the ‘tools and passion’ for Major League Baseball\, but had to play in leagues of their own. He is the author of: Through a Diamond\, 100 Years of Japanese American Baseball.\n\n\n\n\n\nKerry Yo Nakagawa also served as the associate producer of the major motion picture American Pastime (2007).  The film shows the dramatic impact World War II had on the home front as U.S. Japanese families were uprooted from their daily lives and placed in internment camps in the early 1940s. There\, perhaps not so ironically\, they turned to baseball to help improve their circumstances.\n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information contact:\nHallie McGee\nhallie@ebbets.com\n206-382-7249\nor\nJeff Freedman\nFSPR\nfsprjeff@gmail.com\n310-871-8317
URL:https://napost.com/event/a-bridge-across-the-pacific-japanese-american-baseball-pioneers-in-the-early-1900s/
LOCATION:Ebbets Field Flannels\, 108 S Jackson St\, Seattle\, WA 98104\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181201T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181201T160000
DTSTAMP:20181129T191148Z
CREATED:20181129T191148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181129T191148Z
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SUMMARY:December NVCF Speaker Series: "Why Politics?"
DESCRIPTION:NVC Foundation Speaker Series will have State Rep. Sharon Tomiko Santos and State Senator Bob Hasegawa discussing “Why Politics?”  NVC Hall on Sat. Dec. 1 at 2 PM. Please join us. \nTOPIC:  Why Politics? \nGUEST SPEAKERS:  State Representative Sharon Tomiko Santos and State Senator Bob Hasegawa \nDATE:  Saturday\, December 1st \nTIME:  2 pm – 4pm \nPLACE:  NVC Hall\, 1212 South King Street\, Seattle\, WA  98l44 \nThe event is free and open to the public. 
URL:https://napost.com/event/december-nvcf-speaker-series-why-politics/
LOCATION:Nisei Veteran’s Committee (NVC) Memorial Hall\, 1212 S King St\, Seattle\, WA\, 98144\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181202
DTSTAMP:20181204T171432Z
CREATED:20181204T171331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181204T171432Z
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SUMMARY:Meiji Kai Lunch Program at Kawaba Memorial House – December 2018
DESCRIPTION:Kawabe Memorial House serves great Japanese and American style lunch cooked for public from Monday to Friday. It is free for 60 and older ($4 suggested donation) and $10 for under 60 years old. \nThis lunch program at Kawabe Memorial House is called “Meiji Kai Lunch Program.” The program was originally began in 1975 at NVC Memorial Hall to serve Japanese style lunch for NVC members and their families\, then transferred to Kawabe Memorial House in 2002. Today\, this program serves healthy lunch at low cost\, as well as socializing opportunities for seniors in our community.
URL:https://napost.com/event/meiji-kai-lunch-program-at-kawaba-memorial-house-december-2018/
LOCATION:Kawabe Memorial House\, 221 18th Ave. S.\, Seattle\, 98144
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181202
DTSTAMP:20181119T215957Z
CREATED:20181119T215957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181119T215957Z
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SUMMARY:Seattle Necchu School Open House
DESCRIPTION:Learn as the curious 7 year old you once were. \nImprove yourself\, your creativity\, and your expressiveness \nMeet and make unique connections \nTake strides forward with your peers \nCreate a better Future \n​Experience 3 special classes for free before the school opens in February 2019! \n  \n\nDate: Saturday\, December 1st 　*Choose either A or B \n\n​​A Class 9:30 am – 1:00 pm (Opening Ceremony\, Classes)\nB Class 4:00 pm – 7:30 pm (Opening Ceremony\, Classes)\n\nClass Schedule: \n＊A and B have the same schedule but at different times \n＊All classes will be taught in Japanese \n\nOpening Ceremony: \nKazufu Hotta\, Founder of Necchu Elementary School President of Office KOROBOCL Co.\, Ltd.\n1st Period:\nScience – Noboru Okubo\, CEO of UCHIDA YOKO CO.\,LTD.\n2nd Period:\nHistory – Tatsuhiko Konno\, Chief Instructor of Musokai\, Sward polishing specialist\n3rd Period:\nHome Economics – Yoko Takahashi & Yoko Hiraki\, Takaoka Necchu Terakoya Omusube Team\n\nRequirements: 18 years or older \nCapacity: 60 people for each class. First come first serve basis​ \nPlace: Bellevue Children’s Academy Building 2 Campus \n14640 NE 24th St\, Bellevue\, WA 98007 (Map) \n※Register today!
URL:https://napost.com/event/seattle-necchu-school-open-house/
LOCATION:Bellevue Children’s Academy\, 14640 NE 24th St\, Bellevue\, WA\, 98007\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181202
DTSTAMP:20181204T170839Z
CREATED:20181119T170405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181204T170839Z
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SUMMARY:【Open House】Seattle Necchu School
DESCRIPTION:Seattle Necchu School is a school for adults who look to rediscover the enjoyment of learning\, broaden their horizon\, learn from experts of the field\, or just simply make new friends and connections. Necchu in Japanese can mean enthusiastic or passionate. The background and fields of the enthusiastic volunteer teachers can range widely from CEOs of tech companies and university professors to designers and engineers. With the variety of topics covered\, human resource development and connections that usually can’t be made becomes possible.  Join the free open-house to learn more about its 2019 classes in Bellevue.
URL:https://napost.com/event/%e3%80%90open-house%e3%80%91seattle-necchu-school/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181128T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181128T200000
DTSTAMP:20181210T191300Z
CREATED:20181210T191300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181210T191300Z
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SUMMARY:Japanese stab-stitch bookbinding workshop
DESCRIPTION:In this beginner-level bookbinding class\, you will learn how to make soft-cover notebooks (or sketchbooks! or whatever you want them to be!) using a Japanese four-hole stab binding\, along with some variations. Blank sketch paper for the insides of the books and some fun decorative papers for the covers will be provided. This is a ticketed event with limited seats. Contact fridayafternoontea@gmail.com for details.
URL:https://napost.com/event/japanese-stab-stitch-bookbinding-workshop/
LOCATION:Friday Afternoon Tea\, 4228 Stone Way North\, Seattle\, Washington\, 98103
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ORGANIZER;CN="Friday Afternoon":MAILTO:mailto:fridayafternoontea@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181127T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181127T210000
DTSTAMP:20181030T005611Z
CREATED:20181029T214926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181030T005611Z
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SUMMARY:Japan-America Society Holiday Celebration Dinner and Auction
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, November 27th\nJapan-America Society Holiday Celebration Dinner and Auction\nLocation: The Westin Seattle Grand Ballroom\, 1900 5th Ave\, Seattle\nTime: 5 pm – 9 pm \nJapan-America Society of the the State of Washington (JASSW) was founded in 1923 by leaders from Seattle’s business\, academic\, and diplomatic communities. Today\, they maintain a diverse membership of Japanese and American corporations and individuals and provide varied programs that build positive US-Japan relations. The Society is one of 38 independent members of the National Association of Japan-America Societies. This event is their biggest event of the year and the perfect way to get involved with the Society. They are looking for volunteers for shifts from 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm. Info: jassw.info
URL:https://napost.com/event/japan-america-society-holiday-celebration-dinner-and-auction/
LOCATION:The Westin Seattle\, 1900 5th Ave\, Seattle\, WA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181124
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181126
DTSTAMP:20181015T175906Z
CREATED:20181015T175906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181015T175906Z
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SUMMARY:Japanese American National Museum “Contested Histories”  Exibition
DESCRIPTION:The Japanese American National Museum will travel its pop-up display of the Allen Hendershott Eaton Collection\, which was saved from the auction block in 2015 through the efforts of Japanese American community leaders and activists\, to NVC Hall in Seattle. The display will be free and open to the public on November 24 and 25\, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. \nRead an article about this event; \nhttps://napost.com/japanese-american-national-museum-travels-contested-histories-to-seattle/ \n 
URL:https://napost.com/event/japanese-american-national-museum-contested-histories-exibition/
LOCATION:Nisei Veteran’s Committee (NVC) Memorial Hall\, 1212 S King St\, Seattle\, WA\, 98144\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181123T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181123T180000
DTSTAMP:20181109T192525Z
CREATED:20181109T192525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181109T192525Z
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SUMMARY:Tuna Filleting Show
DESCRIPTION:You’ve ever wondered how it looks like before the sashimi or sushi? You will learn how to properly fillet the fish from start to finish. It is popular demonstration show at Ten Sushi. Only 20 more seats this time. Reserve your spot by email: info@tensushiseattle.com. \nMore information with Ten Sushi Movie: \n 
URL:https://napost.com/event/tuna-filleting-show-on-black-friday-2018/
LOCATION:Ten Sushi\, 500 Mercer St #2b\, Seattle\, WA\, 98109\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181117T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181117T153000
DTSTAMP:20181024T173934Z
CREATED:20181015T175308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181024T173934Z
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SUMMARY:7th Annual Musical Bridge Benefit Concert
DESCRIPTION:The Japanese Community Service of Seattle (JCS) is continuing its series of annual concerts mixing Japanese and Western Performing Arts designed to appeal to different generations. There will be featured artists locally and from Japan\, traditional and modern musical instruments\, vocals\, dance\, and Taiko. All proceeds after expenses will go to the Seattle Japanese Language School (the oldest Japanese Language School in the United States established by JCS in 1902). Tickets can be purchased from any JCS board member or at JCCCW.
URL:https://napost.com/event/7th-annual-musical-bridge-benefit-concert/
LOCATION:Renton IKEA Performing Arts Center\, 400 S 2nd St\, Renton\, WA 98057
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181117T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181117T123000
DTSTAMP:20181030T005947Z
CREATED:20181030T004846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181030T005947Z
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SUMMARY:JIS Volunteer Training Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Jassw is holding a volunteer training workshop for 2 of our JIS programs! This workshop is a great way to become familiar with each of our programs by receiving hands on training. We only hold these workshops twice a year so if you have an interest in education or would like to visit your local schools\, join us for our workshop! \nJapan in a Suitcase (JS): Taro & Hanako\nThis presentation follows a Japanese third grader named Taro through his day in school. Students will have the opportunity to learn how to use chopsticks\, speak some simple Japanese phrases\, see textbooks Taro uses in class. Hanako is a separate presentation following an eight grader. \nJapanese Language and Culture Visits : Customs\, Shopping\, Restaurant\nThese presentations give high school Japanese language students an opportunity for Japanese immersion in “real life” situations\, using the skills they have learned in class. \nRegister at https://jassw.info/event-3098885\nFor questions email jis@jassw.org
URL:https://napost.com/event/jis-volunteer-training-workshop/
LOCATION:Bellevue Library – Room 3\, 1111 110th Ave NE\, Bellevue\, 98004
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181117T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181117T150000
DTSTAMP:20181015T175041Z
CREATED:20181015T175041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181015T175041Z
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SUMMARY:Ayame Kai Guild Arts and Crafts Fair
DESCRIPTION:The 37th annual event hosts 40+ vendors with unique & striking art\, clever & sophisticated crafts\, must-haves for your collection and gift giving. Famous handmade apple pies and other savory and sweet treats complete your shopping experience. Proceeds benefit participants and residents of Keiro Northwest\, the premier elder care organization serving the Greater Seattle area’s Asian community. Free admission.
URL:https://napost.com/event/ayame-kai-guild-arts-and-crafts-fair/
LOCATION:Blaine Memorial United Methodist Church\, 3001 24th Ave S\, Seattle\, WA 98144
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181110T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181110T103000
DTSTAMP:20181015T174307Z
CREATED:20181015T174307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181015T174307Z
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SUMMARY:NVC Veterans Day Event
DESCRIPTION:Keynote Speaker will be Brigadier General (Retired) Oscar Hilman\, Commanding General of the largest Heavy Armor Brigade deployment of Washington National Guard troops since World War II.
URL:https://napost.com/event/nvc-veterans-day-event/
LOCATION:Nisei Veteran’s Committee (NVC) Memorial Hall\, 1212 S King St\, Seattle\, WA\, 98144\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181110T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181110T060000
DTSTAMP:20181015T174648Z
CREATED:20181015T174648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181015T174648Z
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SUMMARY:Sound Singers - 2018 Annual Concert
DESCRIPTION:Sound singers is a Japanese chorus group in Lynnwood\, that has been performing in a variety of local venues for over nine years. Its mission is to help build friendship among Japanese and other people through music. For more info\, please visit http://soundsingers.org.
URL:https://napost.com/event/sound-singers-2018-annual-concert/
LOCATION:Trinity Lutheran Church\, 6215 196th St SW\, Lynnwood\, WA 98036\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181106T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181106T120000
DTSTAMP:20181015T180625Z
CREATED:20181015T180625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181015T180625Z
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SUMMARY:What Happens After the Paychecks Stop?
DESCRIPTION:What happens after the paycheck stop? We will discuss income during retirement and explore how to budget for retirement expenses\, examine potential sources of retirement income and identify ways to address potential risks. \nChiaki Hirate\, AAMS ® CRPC®\nEdward Jones\nTuesday\, November 6//10:30am – 12:00pm\nKeiro Northwest//20 Person Limit\nAnnual Member $10//Non-Annual Member $15
URL:https://napost.com/event/what-happens-after-the-paychecks-stop/
LOCATION:Keiro Northwest\, 1601 E Yesler Way\, Seattle\, WA 98122
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181104T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181104T160000
DTSTAMP:20181024T173852Z
CREATED:20181019T160726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181024T173852Z
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SUMMARY:Music of Remembrance - 20th Birthday Celebration Concert
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, November 4\, 2018 at 4:00 p.m.\nIllsley Ball Nordstrom Recital Hall\, Seattle \nIt’s the organizer’s 20th birthday celebration concert recalling some of their landmarks of the past two decades – dance\, opera\, choral and chamber works\, with guest artists Spectrum Dance Theater\, the Northwest Boychoir and their own stellar instrumentalists. It’s a musical feast. \nMusic of Remembrance commissioned and performed 2018-2019 season related to the Japanese and Japanese American wartime experience: Ryuichi Sakamoto’s Snow Falls\, Shinji Eshima’s August 6th and Christophe Chagnard Gaman. \nGala Birthday Dinner Tickets start at $300. Icing on the cake: $180 is a tax-deductible contribution to Music of Remembrance.
URL:https://napost.com/event/music-of-remembrance-20th-birthday-celebration-concert/
LOCATION:Benaroya Hall\, 200 University St\, Seattle\, 98101
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181104T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20181104T160000
DTSTAMP:20181002T183016Z
CREATED:20181002T175836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181002T183016Z
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SUMMARY:Bunka no Hi (Japanese Culture Day)
DESCRIPTION:The JCCCW is proud to present two exhibits during this year’s Bunka no Hi. “Experience Japan” will offer useful travel tips for those hoping to explore the Land of the Rising Sun. An additional exhibit will focus on “Nisei Daughter\,” an autobiography by Monica Sone\, a Seattle-born Japanese-American. Other attractions during the event include Okinawa Taiko\, a performance by Butoh dancers\, flower arrangement\, kenjinkai booths\, storytelling\, martial arts\, craft making\, food vendors and more. The event is free\, fun\, and perfect for families! For more information\, visit jcccw.org.
URL:https://napost.com/event/bunka-no-hi-japanese-culture-day/
LOCATION:Japanese Cultural and Community Center of Washington (JCCCW)\, 1414 S Weller St\, Seattle\, WA\, 98144\, United States
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