JFNY & CGP NEWSLETTER | October 15, 2021 |
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October 28, 8pm EDT
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Cosplay is the practice of dressing up as a character from fictional worlds such as anime, cartoons, films and video games. Stemming out from the practice of fans wearing costumes at science fiction conventions in the U.S. in the 30s, it was then localized and coined as “cosplay” in Japan in the 80s. Since then, it has grown in popularity around the world and to a level where it has produced conventions and competitions globally. Nowadays, cosplay represents a significant facet of popular culture.
How has cosplay developed in Japan and the world? Why do communities around the world embrace this activity so much? What powers do the costumes give us?
Come join our panel discussion with four cosplay experts who study cosplay and have worked in the field both in the U.S. and in Japan: Edmund Hoff, Frenchy Lunning, Akiko Sugawa-Shimada and Diana Tolin. They will delve into the history of cosplay and how it spread globally, exploring the core essence and the power of cosplay. The discussion will be followed by a live Q&A. If you have questions for the guests, please submit them through Eventbrite when you register.
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October 14, 16 & 17: Elastic Arts (Chicago, IL) & Online
October 23 & 24: Fridman Gallery (New York, NY) & Online
October 30 & 31: Rhizome (Washington, D.C.) & Online
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In October 2021, Catalytic Sound presents the 2nd annual Catalytic Sound Festival, a sprawling international affair, spanning 5 different weekends through October. The festival assembles musicians and thinkers in each location of performances and discussions centered on the challenges facing artists in the contemporary moment.
This will be a hybrid digital/in-person event with live streaming from each festival location. Catalytic Sound Members will be able to stream every event, and tickets are available through the Catalytic Sound Bandcamp page for individual streams at $5 a show.
The line-up consists of world-class instrumental composer/improvisers spanning nations, generations, genders, and creative approaches. Nearly the entire 30-member Catalytic Sound cooperative will perform. This event is supported through the JFNY Grant for Arts & Culture.
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October 21, 6am EDT (7pm JST)
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YCAPS Director for Policy Research Dr. Stephen Nagy will deliver an introductory session on China-Japan relations. To provide background for current policies, Dr. Nagy will explain some of the defining moments in the relationship’s long history before we transition to Q&A. This webinar is part of the Yokosuka Council on Asia-Pacific Studies’ Getting to Know Japan Series, which is supported through the CGP Salary Assistant Grant for U.S.-Japan Community Grassroots Exchange Program.
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October 22, 5pm – 9pm EDT
October 23, 9am – 9pm EDT
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After two years of cancellations, Animazement, Japanese animation and culture convention in Raleigh, NC, will hold its first major live streaming event “Animazement Reconnected.” Programming will include independent v-tubers, live streamers, and broadcasters from Japan, exclusive concerts and performances from a variety of artists and genres, as well as other educational and artistic talks, panels, and streams. This event is supported through the JFNY Grant for Arts & Culture.
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October 23 & 24, 10am – 5pm EDT
Arching Oaks Arts and Culture Center (Eustis, FL)
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The Shugyo Matsuri at Arching Oaks Arts & Culture Center invites guests to experience traditional Japanese Arts firsthand through interactive and immersive sessions in both academic and dojo environments. Featured arts will include Kumihimo braid-weaving, Nerikomi pottery making, Shibori indigo-dyeing, Chigiri-e rice paper collage, Iaido (swordsmanship) and Kyudo (archery). This event is free and open to the public. This event is supported through the JFNY Grant for Arts & Culture.
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October 25, 9pm EDT (October 26, 10am JST)
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Russia is Japan's closest neighbour geographically, yet relations are often distant. This talk by Dr. James D. J. Brown, associate professor of Political Science at Temple University (Japan Campus) explains why this is the case by introducing key points of history, as well as the details of the ongoing territorial dispute. It also highlights current tensions in the relationship, especially prominent security issues. This talk will be moderated by Michael Okamoto. This webinar is part of the Yokosuka Council on Asia-Pacific Studies’ Getting to know Japan Series, which is supported through the CGP Salary Assistance Grant for U.S.- Japan Community Grassroots Exchange Program.
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October 28, 8pm EDT (5pm PST)
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In the lead up to the 35th anniversary of the JET Program in 2022, join USJETAA for a creative program celebrating JET through the success of the alumni. Highlighting the contributions of JETs to the U.S.-Japan community, this variety show brings together the diverse community of JET alumni with snapshots into their experiences with arts, culture, research, and more! This grant is supported through the CGP Grassroots Program.
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The Japan Society of Boston launched a podcast series last spring titled My Japan Journey - The Untold Stories behind the Cultural Encounters That Transform Our Lives. This podcast series shows how exploring a new culture not only enriches one's life but alters them in deep and meaningful ways, which often leads to lifelong involvement in bridging the two beautiful cultures of the United States and Japan. The podcast added new episodes featuring guests such as Mr. George Rose and Dr. Maria Toyoda. This podcast series was initially supported through the CGP Relief Grant for U.S.-Japan Grassroots Exchange under Covid-19 Challenges.
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For inquiries, please contact: info@jfny.org |
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