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Visit our website atwww.nic-nagoya.or.jp or call us at 052-581-0100

Plum Blossom at Nagoya Agricultural Center. See Page 4 for details. Photo by J. Kiujian.


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Nagoya International Center NewsNagoya International Center Services - Visit or call the NIC 3F for more information - 052-581-0100

The Nagoya International Centeris 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 libraryand information counter areopen 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

Information service for foreign residents on daily life andsightseeing in Japan available in 8 foreign languages. Japanese& English is available Tuesday to Sunday (09:00 - 19:00).Reservations notrequired. See our website for service times inother languages.

Tel:052-581-0100

E-mail [email protected]

Free Personal Counseling

Native English-speaking counselors are available onSunday by appointment only to provide support toforeign residents who have difficulties with their lives inJapan. To arrange a counseling session call the NIC 3F InfoCounter at 052-581-0100.

Free Legal Consultations

Free Legal Consultations with a certified lawyer available onSaturdays 10:00 - 12:30 by reservation only. To make anappointment, please leave your name & phone number on theanswering machine at 052-581-6111. A counseling supportstaff member will call you back at a later date to schedule anappointment with you.

Free Civic Advisory Service for Foreign Residents

Information & advice in English for foreign residents on anything related to govern-ment administration such as labour laws, immigration, divorce, & taxation. Phoneor visit us Tuesday to Saturday10:00 - 12:00 & 13:00 - 17:00 (except nationalholidays). Reservations not required.Tel:052-581-0100. See our website for service times in other languages.

Free Counseling Service for Refugees and Asylum Seekers

The Kobe-based Refugee Assistance Headquarters (RHQ) provides a confidentialcounseling service for refugees, convention refugees, their family members, andasylum 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 moreinformation call RHQ at 078-361-1700(website www.rhq.gr.jp/english).

The NIC Library

Over 10,000 English language books including travel guides, popular manga,non-fiction, fiction, childrens books, and Japanese study guides. Borrow up to 6books for a period of 14 days! Membership is free and open to everyone residentin the Chubu Area. A form of ID that shows your current address is required.Children can also get cards!

Nagoya International Center Events - Please note all prices, dates, times, and locations are subject to change -

- Free Educational Counseling Services at the NIC -

Do you have any unanswered questions about your childs education?

Do you know about all your available options?

Do you need advice and dont know who to ask?

A childs educational matters are a high priority for parents and justifiably so. What do you do ifyour child doesnt understand the language? How will they make friends? What will happen to theireducational development? Perhaps your child is having difficulty adjusting to a foreign schoolenvironment.

Did you know that the Nagoya International Center offers an educational advice and counselingservice to assist children and their parents with the above matters and more?

Professional counselors are on hand to provide advice and information on education for children ofJapanese and foreign nationality including information about schools, school admissions, daily life,and potential problems.

When:Wednesdays, Fridays, & Sundays 10:00 17:00

Where:NIC 3F Counter

Reservations:Required and can be made by calling 052-581-0100Tuesdays to Sundays 9:00-19:00

The NIC also occasionally holds seminars for parents and guardians with the aim of supportinginvolved parties with their efforts to enrich their childs educational experiences.

Stay up-to-date online and with our magazine so you dont miss out on future events. Also be sureto check out our website www.nic-nagoya.or.jp or follow and like us on Twitter and Facebook or signup to our e-mail magazine via our website to receive all the latest event and community information.

A Valuable Resource for Foreigners and Japanese Living In & Around Nagoya

Theres more on our website - www.nic-nagoya.or.jp

Follow the Nagoya International Center on Twitter @the_nic

Find us on Facebook - www.facebook.com/NagoyaInternationalCenter

We also have a monthly mail newsletter sign up on our website!

Nagoya Calendar - Free Bulk Delivery!Get up to 15 issues of the Nagoya Calendarmagazine delivered free to your group, place ofwork, or organization at the start of each month.Pass on our free magazine to your members, staff,and customers. For more information contact us at052-581-0100 or e-mail us at [email protected].

Midori Multicultural Event Together with Midori Ward's Cultural Co-existence Boranetto, theNIC brings you this multicultural event. The aim is to connect localsthrough building on mutual cultural understanding and awarenessand making useful information on daily life accessible in an enjoyableway to enable people to live more comfortably and with peace ofmind. The event will feature; Speakers from three countries sharinghealth tips from their respective homelands, as well as disasterprevention, daily life information and intercultural exchange corners.Interpreters will also be on hand to help.When:Sunday, March 9(13:00 - 16:00)Where:Midori Ward Office Lecture HallHow to Attend:Free admission, up to 250 places, no reservationsare required.Access:Approximately a 20 minute walk from Narumi Station() on the Meitetsu Line ().

Childrens Story Book TimeCome and share in the funat the Nagoya InternationalCenter 3F Library & listen toforeign volunteers as theyread a selection of books intheir native language fromthe library's vast collectionof children's story books.All are welcome! Participa-tion is free!Upcoming Schedule

Sunday, March 9(14:00 14:30) EnglishSaturday, March 23(14:00 14:30) Englishand Filipino

NICs Classroom for Global Citizens Program Needs YOU! NIC - !Want to help us to create a globally aware Nagoya? As part of itsinternational understanding education program, NICs Classroom forGlobal Citizens program is looking for foreign instructors to visitschools and local organizations and introduce their home countries.We are looking for instructors who are able to communicate inJapanese, who are available during the day time. Successful applicantswill be asked to attend training on Saturday,April 19 (10:00 12:00).Compensation:6,000 to 8,000 Yen per assignment depending on thelocation destination (income tax and commuting costs are included).Applications and inquiries should be addressed to the Exchange &Cooperation Division - Classroom for Global Citizens Program byFriday, April 11(17:00) Tel:052-581-5691,Fax: 052-581-5629,Email:[email protected]


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Weeping Plum Blossom FestivalThe overwhelming sight

of countless weepingplum blossoms will carryyour heart into the spring

as you are mesmerizedby the subtle yet striking

features of shidareumetrees. The AgriculturalCenter in Tempaku Ward

is home to a largenumber of this variety, as well as a range of other agricultural attrac-tions including exotic breeds of chicken. They even have cows (and

use the fresh milk to make gelato onsite), pigs, guinea pigs etc. Youwill also find a fruit/vegetable grocery store there. A highly recom-mended spot for all age groups.

When:Tuesday, February 25to Sunday, March 23(9:00 16:30).Generally closed on Mondays (in the event of a national holiday, the

following day) except during this Plum Blossom Festival season.Where:Nagoya Agricultural Center ()Access: A 20 minute walk from Hirabari Station () on the

Tsurumai Subway Line ()Cost:Free entry. During the Plum Blossom Festival, car parking is charged.

The Nagoya Touring Childrens Theater

Since 1980, The Touring Theater has been giving the children of

Nagoya, who might not otherwise have an easily accessible opportu-nity to experience the pleasure of a live stage performance, a chanceto witness some impressive talent for themselves! Events are held at

local, low-cost venues to make participation as easy as possible foreveryone! See the Ningyo Gekidanpan (puppet theatre), TheatricalBou-kensha Group, Pleasure Kikaku (comedy and mini-circus) and

the Nagoya Philharmonic Orchestra at this event to be enjoyed by all.When:Sunday, March 16to Sunday, March 30. Locations andtimes vary, please check the website for details at

http://www.bunka758.or.jp/Tickets:700 Yen for everyone 3 and over. Children under the age of

3 may enter for free if they share a seat with their parent/guardian.Tickets can be purchased in advance through convenience stores orat the door.

Nagoya International Orchid Show 2014 2014

One of the events which marks the coming of Spring in the city, is the

Nagoya International Orchid Show held at the Nagoya OrchidGardens. This year will be the 24th since it first began at Fukiage Hall.

See various contests in the various display, flower art and craftdivisions. Experience transplanting orchids, get to ask experts fortheir advice; all while taking in the beauty of some of the most

beautiful orchids in Japan.When: Thursday, March 13to Tuesday, March 18(10:00 20:00).Closed on Wednesdays (the following day if it falls on a national

holiday) and on 3/11.Where:Nagoya Orchid Gardens ()

Access:Approximately a 3 minute walk from YabachStation () on the MeijSubway Line (), Exit 4.Cost:Adults 700 Yen (500 Yen for entry after 17:00). Junior HS

students and under gain free entry.

Pedestrian Smoking Penalty: 2,000 Yen2,000

A 2,000 Yen penalty will be imposed on pedestrian smokers indesignated zones of the following areas; Nagoya Station, Sakae,Kanayama and Fujigaoka. Please see the map via the following link

http://bit.ly/1efacbN and be careful at all times smoking in crowdedplaces is dangerous for everyone, especially for children.

Nagoya Philharmonic Orchestra Salon ConcertClarinet:Takako ASAIWhen:Saturday, April 27at 18:30.Where:Nagoya City Music Plaza 1F Music Salon ()Access:A 6 minute walk from Kanayama Station () or an 8minute walk from Higashibetsuin Station () on the MeijSubway Line ().Cost:Free

The 412th Subscription Concert412

Jukka IISAKKILA, ConductorFumiaki MIURA, Violin"The Originals of Sibelius"E-P. Salonen Gambit [Japan Premiere]J. Sibelius Violin Concerto in D minor,

Op.47 [Original 1903 Version]J. Sibelius Symphony No.5 in E flat major,

Op.82 [Original 1915 Version]When:Friday, April 18(18:45) & Saturday, April 19(16:00)Where:Aichi Prefectural Art Theater Concert Hall()

Access:Connected at the basement level to Oasis 21 and SakaeSubway Station.Tickets:1,000 Yen to 6,200 Yen. For audience up to the age of24,only same day tickets are available.

Star Gazing at the Science Museum Following a brief talk at the planetarium you will proceed to therooftops main telescope and various other telescopes to observe thenights recommended celestial scenery.When:Saturday, April 5(18:45 - 21:00)Where: Rooftop observatory, Nagoya City Science Museum ()

Participation: Adults 700 Yen, school-age children 300 Yen.Numbers are limited to 250 participants. To apply, send a reply-paidpost card to 460-0008 Nagoya, Naka Ku, Sakae 2-17-1, NagoyaCity Science Museum to arrive by Saturday, March 15; on the reversewrite: "April 5 - Stars" and include the number of adults & childrenin your group. See www.bit.ly/ofukuhagaki to find out how to writea reply-paid postcard.

Nagoya Camping Car Fair 2014 SpringSee camping cars, caravans and other camping related goods. Therewill be activities and information on a variety of subjects. The greatpart about this show is that your can get inside the actual vehicles tocheck them out in detail; however please make sure you ask theattendants before doing so. Great fun for all who love the outdoors!When:Saturday, March 15and Sunday, March 16(10:00 17:00)Where:Port Messe Nagoya Exhibition Hall 3 (3)Access:A 5 minute walk fromKinjo-futo Station ()on the Aonami Line ().Cost: General Admission 1,000(800) Yen; Elementary School

Students and under gain freeentry. Price in brackets is foradvance purchase tickets whichcan be purchased via Ticket Pia(P-code 988-698) at Seven Eleven,Circle K and SunKus stores, andvia Lawson (L-code 45902).

Earthquake and Tsunami Hazard MapsEarthquakes occur frequently all over Japan. In addition, areas locatedclose to the shore are exposed to the risk of tidal waves (tsunami). TheNagoya Fire Department will be sending out maps to residents by postwhich indicate hazard zones. Earthquake maps will be sent to allresidences, and tsunami hazard maps will be sent to tsunami damageprone areas only. Upon receiving the map, please familiarize yourself withthe contents and take the time to revise and practice your evacuationplan with friends and family so that you are as prepared as possible in theevent of an emergency.

In and Around Nagoya - Please note all prices, dates, times, and locations are subject to change - In and Around Nagoya - Please note all prices, dates, times, and locations are subject to change -Events in March

See below for a variety of events in and around Nagoya this March. Exhibitions, Music, Markets, Culture and More!Event s in March

See below for a v ariety of events in and around Nagoya this March. Festivals, Music, Food and Shows!

Railways Festival 20142014 in If you are into railroads ormodel trains, this one is foryou! Participants cometogether to show and evensell their collections at a fleamarket style set up. Whetheryou're a serious fan or justwant to go to enjoy theexhibits with the family, youwill have the opportunity to

see all the intricate facets ofthis highly engaging field.When:Saturday, March 22and Sunday, March 23(10:00 17:00)Where:Fukiage Hall ()Access: Approximately a 5 minute walk from Fukiage Station () onthe Sakuradri Subway Line ()Cost:Adults: 900 (800) Yen; Elementary School Students and under: 600(500) Yen. Prices in brackets are for advance purchase tickets using P-code988-657 at Ticket Pia, Seven Eleven, Circle K and SunKus or online, and atLawson using L-code 45728.

Lowrider Car Show Japan Tour 2014 Kick Off In Nagoya 2014

A lowrider is a car or truck, often a classic car from the 50s & 60's, with amodified suspension system. See the best lowriders Japan has to offer. Thehighlight of the show is the car hop competition.When:Sunday, March 30(11:00 17:00)Where:Port Messe Nagoya ()Access: A 5 minute walk from Kinjo-futo Station () on the

Aonami Line ()Cost:Adults 3,000 Yen; Children 1,000 Yen. Tickets available for purchase on the day onlyfrom 10:00 onwards.

Hafu The FilmWhat does it mean to be mixed-race in Japan? Today, 1 in 49 babies areborn between an international couple. Documentary film Hafu followsthe lives of five half-Japanese individuals as they explore what it means tobe multiracial and multicultural in a nation that once proudly proclaimeditself as homogenous. For some of these hafus Japan is the only homethey know, for some living in Japan is anentirely new experience, and others are caughtsomewhere between two different worlds.When:Saturday, March 1to Monday, March10. See www.hafufilm.com for session times.Where: Nagoya CinemathequeAccess:A short walk from Exit #9 or #10Imaike Station () on the Sakuradri orHigashiyama Subway Line

().Cost: Adults 1,500 Yen; College Students1,400 Yen; Junior and Senior HS Students1,200 Yen; Seniors 1,000 Yen.

Nagoya Castle Spring Festival This spring, come and see the beautiful cherry blossomsat Nagoya Castle. At night, they are elegantly lit up andwill truly make your visit a memorable one. There will belive traditional music performances including the Koto,Shamisen and Wadaiko (Japanese drum). You can also

join the Japanese tea ceremony held on March 30andApril 6 from 10:00 to 15:00. Manju (Japanese sweets)and green tea will be served for 800 Yen.When: March 28 to April 10 (until 20:00, last entry19:30). The entrance area of Hommaru Palace will be lit up

from sunset until 19:30. Music performances at theCastle's Nishinomaru Stage from 10:00 to 15:00: Koto onMarch 29, Shamisen on March 30 and Wadaiko on April 5.Where: Nagoya Castle Grounds. Performances atNishinomaru Stage.Access:A short walk from Shiyakusho Station ()on the Meijo-Subway Line ()Castle Entrance Fee:General Admission 500 Yen; JuniorHS Students and younger free entry.

St. Patricks Day Parade

Be sure to wear something green, and come along and joinin the fun. With live Irish music, singers and dancers,bagpipes - St. Patricks Day comes to Nagoya!When:Saturday, March 15(from 12:00)Where: Around Osu Arcade Osu KannonSubway Station, exit 2Schedule:12:00 - Opening Ceremony (Maneki Neko Hiroba) with liveIrish music and dance14:00 - St. Patrick's Day Parade (Around Osu Arcade)15:30 - St Patrick's Day Lark in the Park in Shirakawa Koen17:00 onwards - check out the official after parties and livemusic at participating bars.Volunteers needed - please [email protected]

Weeping PlumBlossoms at NagoyaAgricultural Center.Photoby J.Ki ujian.

Photo courtesy of Tokai TV

Photo courtesy of Nagoya City

Photo courtesy of Komaki Interpreters Group

The Tagata Jinja Hnen MatsuriA well-known unique festival where villagers carry on their shoulders a portableshrine which bears a 2m-long phallus-shaped wooden sculpture. They offer thishuge carving to the shrine praying for world peace, the growth of all things, and agood harvest. If you are in Japan only for a short time, this is a festival you shouldnot miss. In addition, the Komaki Volunteer Interpreters offer a guide service forfree, however reservations are required by calling 090-8072-2817 or by [email protected]:Saturday, March 15(10:00 - 16:00; parade 14:00 - 15:30)Where:Tagata Jinja (), Komaki City ()Access: A 5 minute walk from Tagata-jinja-mae Station (), on theMeitetsu Komaki Line (); from Heian Dri Subway Station ()take the Kami-iida Subway Line () bound for Inuyama ().

Photo courtesy of Aichi Television BroadcastingCo., LTD.


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Nagoya City Museum Ukiyoe Exhibition

Be touched by the rich cultural history

of the Edo Period and its people. Thisexhibition presents the works of thegreatest ukiyoe artists in history,including ukiyoe of beautiful womenby Kitagawa Utamaro, kabuki actorsby Toshusai Sharaku, scenes of Mt Fujiand Tokaido by Katsushika Hokusaiand Utagawa Hiroshige respectively,humourous caricatures by UtagawaKuniyoshi and many otherwell-known pieces.When: Tuesday, March 11 toTuesday, May 6 (09:30 - 17:00, lastentry 16:30). Closed on Mondays(except 4/28) and every fourthTuesday (3/25, 4/22).Access: A short walk from

Sakurayama Station () on the Sakuradri Subway Line()Cost:General admission 1,300 Yen.

Nagoya City Science Museum Mongolian Dinosaurs Exhibition!

There are a very large number of fossilised dinosaursbeing discovered in the Gobi Desert of Mongolia. Whatmakes them so unique, is the excellent condition inwhich many of them have been found. See thetarbosaurus, also known as the Asian tyrannosaurus; aprimitive ceratopsian protoceratops, along with manyother immaculately preserved specimens. Otherassociated finds and discoveries by Nagoya City ScienceMuseum and Nagoya University Museum of Mongolia'sgeological features will also be presented.When:Wednesday, March 19to Sunday, June 8(9:30 17:00, last entry 16:30). Closed on Mondays (except5/5); and on 4/18, 5/7, 5/16.Access:5 minutes to the south on foot from the fifth exit of Fushimi Subway Station (), accessible by the Higashiyama () or Tsurumai () Subway Lines.Cost:Adults 1,300 (1,100) Yen; Senior HS Students 800 (600) Yen; Junior HS and Elementary Students 500 (300) Yen. Prices in bracketsare for advance ticket purchases available via Seven Eleven (7-code 025-346), Ticket Pia (988-489) and other major ticket vendors.

The Ieyasu ParadeThe seasonal marker of spring in Okazaki has to be "The Ieyasu Parade".Watch the valiant warriors of Mikawa make their way to battle. They aretruly a piece of dazzling antiquity brought to life from the illustrated oldscrolls of long ago. 700 participants who have been selected throughpublic application will be led by Japan's most prominent historical figure,Okazaki-born Ieyasu TOKUGAWA. During the parade, watch theexciting mock martial arts battles consisting of gunmen and spearmen.The marching ends on the banks of Otogawa River.When: Sunday, April 6(13:00 15:30)Route:The parade departs from Iga Hachiman-gu Shrine (13:30), turns left at the Kosei-kita intersection (14:10 - 14:40),takes a right at the Tenma intersection, passing through Shima-cho intersection (14:35 15:05) before crossing the river, and passes in frontof Meitetsu Higashi Okazaki Station (14:45 - 15:15) before arriving atthe Otogawa riverside (15:00 - 15:30).Access: A 10 minute walk from Okazaki Ko-en Mae Station () on the Meitetsu () Line.

Toyota Automobile MuseumThe Toyota Automobile Museum is dedicated to keeping the history of the automobile alive and to continue enriching the futureprospects of people and the automobile. With a collection of prominent cars from around the world which are maintained andshowcased, the Museum highlights the historical transitions of various cultures and technologies. The wide array of vehicles will spuryour imagination, give you the thrill of discovery, and leave you feeling excited about the future of people and the automobile.The current exhibition "Story of the Publica Sports Restoration" will introduce you to the development of this significant model whichultimately influenced the Toyota Sports 800. The "Publica Sports" was a car exhibited at the All-Japan Auto Show in 1962 andpresented as an experimental prototype. Although only available in Japanese, some readers may also be interested in the lecture aboutthe "Secret Story of Publica Sports Restoration" on Saturday, March 15 at 13:30 in the Annex Main Hall.When:Open 9:30 17:00 last entry 16:30. Closed

on Monday (when a National Holiday falls on aMonday, the museum will be closed on thefollowing day). The exhibition is on until Sunday,April 6.Where:Toyota Automobile Museum ()Special Exhibition Room, Main Bldg.2FAccess:From Nagoya Station (), take theHigashiyama Line () bound for Fujigaoka andget off at Fujigaoka Station (). Change tothe Linimo Line bound for Yakusa () and getoff at Geidaidri Station (). 5 minutes'walk from No.1 Exit (Turn left).Cost: General admission to the Museum is 1,000Yen for Adults, 600 Yen for Junior and Senior HSStudents, 400 Yen for Elementary Students. Seethe website for full details in English athttp://www.toyota.co.jp/Museum/ (a discountcoupon can also be printed from there).

Divisionism from Van Gogh and Seurat toMondrian Based on the theme of Divisionism, this exhibition examinesImpressionist division of tones, Neo-Impressionist technique ofpointillism led by Seurat, and how artists of followinggenerations, beyond regional boundaries, opened their eyes tonew possibilities of color through various interpretations of thosetechniques. Presenting approximately 90 works of art throughthe special partnership with Krller-Mller Museum, theNetherlands, renowned for its tremendous collection of VanGogh paintings, as well as selections from major collections inJapan, this exhibition sheds new light on the power of color, thequintessence of painting.When: Until Sunday, April 6. Tue.-Thu., Sat., Sun.; 10:00 18:00,Fri.; 10:00 20:00. Last admission 30 minutes before closing.Closed on Mon.3/3 and Mon.3/17Where: AichiPrefecturalMuseum of Art

Access:A threeminute walk viaOasis 21 fromSakae () Stationon theHigashiyama() or Meijo() SubwayLines

March Highlights - Please note all prices, dates, times, and locations are subject to change - March Highlights - Please note all prices, dates, times, and locations are subject to change -

The Lucky Dolls of Gujhachiman CastleSee the "Good Luck Dolls" in this nationally unique event!You may have heard of "hina ningyo", the dolls used in hinamatsuri celebrations whoobediently seat themselves on tiers. Well, they have decided to jump off their seats and takeit to the streets in the castle surrounds of an area in Gifu called Gujo-hachiman. See themshopping at the local supermarket, playing mahjong and even snowboarding in thesecarefully crafted miniature sets! A fun "little" event for the whole family to enjoy.When:Every day until Sunday,April 20(9:00 - 17:00)Where:Gujo-hachiman, Gifu-ken ()Access: Approximately 2.5 hours from Nagoya Station by train. Closest station isGujhachiman Station () on the Nagaragawa Line (). By car, 5 minutesfrom Gujhachiman I.C. on the Tkaihokuriku Expressway.

Inuyama Castle Spring FestivalThirteen traditional 3 tiered festival floats, which are designatedas tangible cultural assets of Aichi Prefecture, are pulled throughthe citys cherry blossomed streets; between 18:00 and 21:30these floats are illuminated. Combine a visit to the festival with avisit to Japans oldest castle - Inuyama Castle - located on the hilloverlooking the festival.When:Saturday, April 5& Sunday, April 6(09:30 - 21:30)Access: Located near Meitetsu Inuyama Station ()which can be reached via the Tsurumai Subway Line ().About the Castle: Open (09:00 to 17:00, last entry 16:30) andis best-reached from Inuyama-yen Station (). Admissionis 500 Yen for adults and 100 Yen forElementary and Junior HSstudents. *Due to tax increases, admission fees will be increasedfrom April 2014 onwards.

Toyota Municipal Museum of Art: Aichi Realism Haru Miyawaki and HisMilieu Haru Miyawaki (1902-85) was a leading painter from Aichi in the modern age. Toyota MunicipalMuseum of Art's collection of his work is the largest possessed by any museum. This exhibition attemptsto provide a complete picture of Miyawaki's works by supplementing works from the Museum'sholdings with outstanding pieces on loan from other collections.The exhibit is divided into two parts; "Realism of Knowledge" and "Realism of Love" - respectivelyrevealing the artist's inspirations, and love for his family.When:Until Sunday, April 6(10:00 17:30, last entry 17:00)Where:Toyota Municipal Museum of Art ()Access:From Nagoya (), head to Fushimi Station () and change to the Toyota-shi ()bound Tsurumai Line (). Walk approximately 15 minutes from Toyota-shi Station.

The Sower, 1888, Vincent Van Gogh, Oil on Canvas CollectionKrller-Mller Museum, Otterlo, the Netherlands. Photo courtesy of Inuyama City Tourism Bureau

Photo courtesy of Toyota Automobile Museum

Erimaki no Shojo, 1920, HaruMIYAWAKI, Oil on Canvas

Photo courtesy of Okazaki Tourism Bureau

Photo courtesy of GujHachiman Sangyo-Shinko-Ko-sha

On display 4/23 to 5/6. Otani Onijiby Toshusai Sharaku. Importantcultural asset. Image: TNM ImageArchives


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Admission discount services:: Foreign students (Must present alien registration card and student ID)

: Women 1,000 on Wednesdays

: Women 1,000 on Thursdays

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; someshowings may be dubbed in Japanese for younger audiences. Numbers in < > after the movie listing correspond to the above location guide.

TV-Regular Bilingual Broadcasts

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Free Guided Tour of NagoyaThe Aichi Goodwill Guides Network (AGGN) offer free English-speaking tours of sightseeing spots around Nagoya. No guide fees arerequired for all tours, but as for Private Tours, all entrance fees, transportation, food and drink costs for the guides during the tour willbe paid by the person(s) requesting guide service. For further info & reservations contact the AGGN at [email protected] or0561-75-6977 (Tel & Fax)

Regular Tour (no reservations needed): Tours of Nagoya Castledepart every Saturdayand Wednesdayat 13:30 from theEast Gate of Nagoya Castle. Entrance fee 500 Yen.

Private Tours(reservations are required at least 7 days in advance ):The Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry andTechnology (2 hour tour), Atsuta Jingu Shrine - a place full of mythology (1.5 hour tour), Osu shopping arcade - the most excitingspot in Nagoya (2 hour tour), Arimatsu - hometown of tie-dyeing (2 hour tour), Shirotori Garden (1 hour tour), Cultural Path,Nagoyas historical residential district (2 hour tour), Tokugawa Art Museum & Tokugawaen (3 hour tour).

Knowing a few simple phrases and sentences can really help you when speaking Japanese on the phone. Many of the words andphrases frequently used in telephone conversations are quite unique, so you may find yourself having difficulty even if you havean otherwise sufficient level of Japanese ability. The below key phrases aim to help you with some of the basics, including how toleave a message or telling someone to call back, for example. Maybe you can role play some of the below with a Japanese friend

to help you become more confident on the phone.

HelloMoshi moshi

Is Mr./Ms. Saito there?Saito-san wa irasshaimasu ka?

Is this the Saito residence?Saito-san no otaku desu ka?

May I ask whos calling?Dochira sama desu ka?

This is Mr/Ms Saito.Saito-to moushimasu.

Thank you, goodbye.Arigato-gozaimashita. Shitsurei itashimasu.

Please speak more slowly.Motto yukkuri hanashite kudasai.

Could you repeat that please?Mou ichido onegai shimasu.

Just a moment please.Sho-sho-omachi kudasai.

Yes, he/she is here.Hai, orimasu.

Do you know roughly when he/she willbe back?Nanji goro omodori desu ka?

Can I take a message?Nanika otsutae shimashou ka.

Shall I have him/her call you back?Orikaeshi denwa wo sasemasho-ka.

Ill call back later.Mata ato de denwa shimasu.

Im sorry, he/she is not here at themoment.Mo-shiwake arimasen ga, tadaimadekakete orimasu.

He/she wont be back until three oclock.San ji made modorimasen.

May I leave a message?Dengon wo onegai dekimasu ka.

Please ask him/her to call me.Odenwa wo kudasai to tsutaete kudasai.

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Current Affairs Discussion Group - Lets talk about CurrentAffairs; local, national, international. E-mail:[email protected]

Nagoya Writes -We have monthly readings and occasionalworkshops. Fiction, essays, poetry, personal narratives, are allwelcome. Or, you can drop by and meet other writers. For informa-tion contact Albert at [email protected]. Website:http://nagoyawrites.wordpress.com

Nagoya Meet and Greet - A monthly lunch where 40+ womenof various nationalities, interests, and ages gather to meet, eat, andgreet. Great for new arrivals and those seeking new friends.Children's play area available. English is the language of communica-tion. E-mail: [email protected]

Nagoya International Success Group -A friendly internationalgroup of people who are keen on learning and have a high teachability index. Contact: [email protected] Website:http://www.meetup.com/Nagoya-International-Success-Group/

Helping Orphans in Nagoya- If you are interested in spendingtime with some fantastic children and huge hearted volunteers, bothfrom the international community as well as local Japanese, wewelcome you to volunteer with Santa and Friends Nagoya. Pleasevisit our website! www.santaandfriendsnagoya.com

Shirayuri Association- providing educational and culturalservices to both Turkish and Japanese societies in order to promotethe Turkish community in Japan, and further friendship betweenTurkish & Japanese communities. Located in Yabuta-cho, MoriyamaKu - Tel/fax 052-710-9808.

Chayagasaka Cooperative English Playgroup- for children 0 to6 with at least one (English speaking) non-Japanese parent.Wednesday mornings near Chayagasaka Station; 500 yen persession. Games, songs, snacks and crafts. Website:http://groups.yahoo.com/group/chayagasaka_playgroup/ Email:[email protected]

Foreign Mothers Group - Meeting at Higashi Betsuin in NagoyaJosei Kaikan every 2nd Saturday of the month is temporarily canceleduntil March 2014. The Nagoya Women's Center (Nagoya JoseiKaikan) is temporarily closed for renovation. We are sorry for theinconvenience. BUT we will continue to have our Foreign Mothers'Group meeting every 4th Saturday of the month at Nijiiro, in Yagoto.

Call Misako at 090-1834-2701 or call Lorna at 090-2344-8978. German Playgroup for children of all ages meets 10-12 on thelast Sunday of each month. Contact Oliver at [email protected]

Nagoya Foreign Fathers- Father / child activity group. Meets oneSunday a month for fun activity. Fostering dual nationality andinternational culture. Common language is English. Sign up via ourFacebook group.

Nakamura English Playgroup Nakamura English Playgroupmeets on the 2nd & 4th Saturdays of the month from 10-12 at theNakamura 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

Anglican/Episcopal Church (Kani Holy Trinity church) English Service at 10:00 am every Sunday in Kani City, Gifu Province.Address: Postal 509-0207, Gifu ken, Kani shi Imawatari 1012-1.Contact person: Rev. Deacon Glenn B. Yamashita 090-9903-4079.Website: www.kanimission.wordpress.com e:mail:[email protected]

Nagoya International Baptist Church (NIBC), is located in theTenpaku Ku. Service Times: Sunday Service (English only) 2:30 PM(fellowship time following the service). Attendees from all over theWorld! Ladies Bible Study (English only) 1st & 3rd Wednesday ofevery month at 10 AM (please call before coming).www.nibc.japanforchrist.com

- Calvary Baptist Church (CBC) is also located in the Tenpaku Ku.Service times: Sunday School (Japanese) 10 AM; Morning Service(Japanese) 11 AM. Ladies Bible Study (Japanese) 1st Tuesday ofevery month at 9:30 AM. www.cbcnagoya.japanforchrist.comFor further information about CBC & NIBC, contact pastor TimMelton (fluent in Japanese and English) at 052-801-8064 or080-36505539.

Nagoya Orthodox Church In Showa-ku, near SubwayTsurumai Line, Arahata stn. or Tsurumai stn. Vesper on Sat 17:30.Holy Liturgy on Sunday at 10:00.Call Fr. George Matsushima @052-734-9000 or e-mail: [email protected]. Website:www.orthodox-jp.com/nagoya

The IMMANUEL Christian Fellowshipis an evangelicalfellowship that welcomes Filipinos and English speaking people.Experience: warm fellowship, lively praise & worship songs, practicalTagalog & English sermon and Bible story lessons for your Japanesespeaking kids. Worship service @1:00 pm. Contact Pastor Solito at090-8540-8260 or visit www.icfnagoya.org

All Nations Fellowshipis an international bilingual (English/Japanese)worship service. Our Bible-based teachings are focused on the gospel andhe doctrines of grace. We meet every Sunday at 10:30am in Nagakute.We offer bilingual Sunday School for children ages 4-12. Please visit ourwebsite at www.allnationsfellowship.net for more information.

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:Services each Sundaynear Gokiso Station, at Kitayama-cho 3-41; tel. 052-732-5176. SacramentMeeting at 10:00, followed by English Sunday School; translationassistance available for other meetings. Friends & visitors always welcome.Call Nagoya LDS Mission 052-773-0755.

Faith Charismatic Church (FCC) - We meet every Sunday at NakaSports Center (3F Room 3) at 10:00. Call Pastor Bede at 080-5139-6777

Islam Ahmadiyya Mosque- hosts Muslim Friday Prayer at 13:00 andis open for five prayers. Offers study of the Holy Qu'ran, Arabic, and Urdu.Islamic library and cooking classes. Located in Meito Ward at Kifune2-1602. A 7 minute walk across Route 302 from the Meito Post Office.Website: www.ahmadiyyat.jp Email: [email protected] Tel: 052-703-

1868Mikokoro (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 FellowshipNagoya English Fellowship - We are aninter-denominational Evangelical Fellowship with English and Japanese (3times a month) messages & bilingual children's Sunday School for children.We meet at the Nishi Lifelong Learning Center, Joshin Subway Station, exit6. The service starts at 10:45 AM. Contact: Willie Gonzales 090-2579-1007 or http://nefchurch.org.

Indonesian Catholic Community- hosts Indonesian mass once amonth (every 4th Sunday) in Johokubashi Catholic Church at 12:30 pm, 8minute walk from Meijo Koen station exit 1. For more detail please emailus at [email protected]

Nagoya All Saints International Churchprovides a weekly opportu-nity for personal renewal, spiritual growth and soulful refreshment for allthose who seek it. All are welcome to join our warm, caring community ofbelievers. We worship in English at 5:00pm every Sunday, followed byfellowship. We are centrally located in Imaike nearest to Imaike station,exit #9. See more info at nagoyaallsaintsinternationalchurch.com orcontact by phone/email at: 080-4527-3464 [email protected]

Nagoya International Christian Assemblynear Gokiso and FukiageStations 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 1stSundays at 16:00.Website:www.nicachurch.org

Nagoya Mosque - hosts Muslim Friday Prayers & is open for five-timeprayersKhutba at 12:30 & Prayer at 12:40. Halal meat & Islamic literatureare also available. Honjin Station, exit 3 Call 052-486-2380 Website:http://nagoyamosque.com

Nagoya Port Mosque - Friday Prayer Khutba from 12:30. Open forfive 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 for10 cars, except Fridays (11:30 - 14:00). A 15 minute walk from InaeiAonami Line Station. Address: Nagoya, Minato-Ku, Zennan-Cho 33-3. Tel:090 3251 5381

Nagoya Union Church- share fellowship & worship in English withChristians from many countries. Sunday worship at 16:00 at Kinjo Churchnear Takaoka Station, exit 2. Email: [email protected]: www.nagoyaunionchurch.com

His Call Church- Making Disciples Church As a Team - An independentPentecostal church located in Tenpaku Ward, Nagoya. Sunday Servicesfrom 14:00 at Nichiei Culture Hall - 1 minute walk from Ueda Subway

Station, exit 3. Website: www.hiscallchurch.com e-mail:[email protected] Tel:052-807-0966

Aichi St. Luke's Anglican / Episcopal Church: English languageservice on the second Sunday of every month @ 17:00. A 5 minute walkfrom Owariasahi Station, Meitetsu Seto Line. Inquiries: [email protected]

Website: http://www.nskk.org/chubu/alc/church/regular-service Tel:0561-53-8937

Mustard Seed Christian Church- Come join our Japanese-Englishbilingual worship service every Sunday at 11:00 a.m. Enjoy excellentmusic, dynamic teaching, & meet new people! This is a casual worshipservice, and anyone is welcome to come and join. Location: GS Imaikebuilding 7F, a 2 minute walk from Imaike station exit 7. Website:www.mustardseednagoya.com / email: [email protected]

Toyohashi St Mary Magdalene Chapel, Traditional AnglicanEpiscopalian- services in English every Sunday evening (18:30) & every1st Sunday (11:00). April 8 - July 22 & Sep 23 to Dec 16. Take theToyohashi city tram to Shin Kawa, (2nd stop). Location: V.E.S., N.I VillageMansion 5F, just behind the MUFG Bank. Call Rev. Ivan Cosby 0532-45-0950 or mail [email protected].

Aichi Nihongo no KaiJapanese Conversation Class-Mondays 10:00 - 11:30 at Aichi-Kankokujin-Kaikan 4F North MeetingRoom - near Kamejima Station exit 4. Introductory, beginner, & interme-diate courses available. 2,600 Yen (in total for all 13 lessons). Term: Apr.14, 2014 to Jul. 14, 2014.

A-KA-SA-TA-NA Japanese Conversation Class - Thursdaysfrom 10:30 to 12:00 at the Aichi International Plaza; 2 blocks west ofShiyakusho Station exit 5. Next term runs from Apr. 10, 2014 to Jul. 102014. 2600 Yen for 12 lessons.

Benvindos ao Curso de Japons JLF (Japanese Lessons for Foreign-ers). Tuesdays (6pm to 8pm) (5th. Tuesday off). Level: beginners to JLPT1,conversation and writing. Portuguese Lessons (8pm to 9pm) for all levels.Start anytime at the NIC 5F. Qualified bilingual Japanese graduatedteachers. Fee: 4000 yen/four lessons x 2 hours/month (Free trial lesson).Contact: [email protected]

Japanese Language School KANOWA. Every day (10:00 - 21:00).All levels. 2000 Yen for 2 hours. Private lessons. Contact Ms. Sato at080-9628-3017 or e-mail [email protected]

Japanese Language Salon- A salon for non-native Japanesespeakers to talk about their favorite Japanese things and topics inJapanese. The 4thMonday of every month 18:15 - 19:45 at Crystal MAbldg near Kokusai Center Subway Station. 900 Yen per salon. Contactthe Aichi International Japanese Education Center at 080-1559-9744 [email protected]

Kotoba-no-kai- for non-native speakers of Japanese on Wednes-days & Fridays (intermediate level and up) from 10:00-11:30 @ NadiaPark Design Center 6F; A 5-7 minute walk from Sakae or YabachoSubway Stations. 1500 Yen for 15 classes. Call Sachiko at 052-805-8134.

Kurokawa Japanese Language Class- October to March Course.Fee 5,000 Yen for 20 lessons 6:30PM to 8:15PM every Thursday.The KitaWard office 6F(Nagoya City). An 8-minute walk from KUROKAWASubway Station, exit 1Inquiry Website: http://kurokawa.digi2.jp/ E-mail:[email protected]

Nihongo-kyoshitsu-Imaike -Qualified teachers. All levels ofJapanese classes. Open Mon. to Sun. Location is close to Imaike subwaystation, exit 1. Private lesson fee 2,000 Yen per 60 min. If you'd like tovisit, please contact us in advance at [email protected] or call090-6610-1522.

Helping Hands and Hearts Japan Japanese Language classes.Every day (times are negotiable from 9AM to 9PM). All levels, Privatelessons, 500 Yen per hour. Location is Will Aichi 2F, 10min fromShiyakusho Station exit 2. Other locations are negotiable. Japaneselanguage teacher help you learn Japanese language. Join anytime! Call:080-3287-7982 (Softbank); email: [email protected].

Iroha Nihongo-no-Kaioffers Japanese lessons on Thursdays,10:30-12:00 at the Nadya park, 6F NPO Center. Located opposite YabaPark exit 6# at Yabachoeki Subway Station. Next term: from APRIL 10 toJULY 17 2014 for 2,250 Yen per term (total 15 lessons). Join any time!Call Sionoya: 090-6595-1578, OBrien 052-851-3436 or [email protected].

"The Push-Up Brahs", Nagoya- a calisthenics and body weighttraining bootcamp. All fitness levels welcome, Brahs are not genderbiased, 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 inNagoya 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 inNagoya. Meet on Sundays twice a month. Open to men and women ofall levels. Get some exercise, have some fun and meet people of differentnationalities. Find us on Facebook. E-mail:[email protected]

Nagoya Tennis- Want to join Nagoya's tennis playing community?Join 'Nagoya Tennis' on Facebook, contact Henry Troy by email [email protected]. Regular tennis games are arranged, but thegroup is for anyone with tennis-related interests. All levels welcome.

Sports & Outdoor Clubs

Japanese Language Classes

Enjoy French ConversationSalonin a friendlyatmosphere. 2250 Yen per lesson. Saturday mornings. 3minutes from Kokusai Center. Contact Vronique 052-564-5590.

Hana-no-ki-kai- Ikebana classes every 4th Sunday of themonth 13:00 - 16:00 near Kanayama station. Only actual costcharged for materials. Reservations to Ms.Suzuki at0562-93-0310 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 Grace 090-4867-4262, Ms. Wakita 052-581-6071 or Miki090-7954-2892Japanese Home Cooking Class, Ikebana & TeaCeremony in English - Learn to use the different sauces &spices common to traditional Japanese home-cooked dishes.Flower arranging & tea ceremony lessons available; private orgroup lessons OK. Call Hideko at 052-211-2586.

Learn to Play the Koto- Learn to Play the Koto - atraditional Japanese stringed musical instrument. One-on-onelessons by appointment. Lessons designed for femalestudents. Trial lesson 1000 Yen. A 3-minute walk fromKakuozan Station. Call Ms. Yamamoto at 090-1797-8744 ([email protected]); English is OK. Full details atwww.a-koto.com.

Lets Enjoy Japanese Kimono- Calling all foreignwomen! Join us and try on a variety of kimonos and learnabout Japanese culture. Every 2nd Saturday (13:00 - 15:00) atAtsuta Shogai Gakushu Center - a 15 minute walk fromHibino Subway Station, exit 1. Participation fee only 500 Yen.Call or fax to reserve your place 052-681-9414. YYclubYoshida Akemi.

Pre intermediate German Learners Circle MAUS-Review A1, Master A2 & Challenge B1. German universitylecturer. Fri 18:30-20:00. Naka-Shogaigakushu-Center(Subway, KAMIMAEZU Sta.) Contact Kato [email protected] or 090-4218-6082.

Piano Lessons - one-on-one piano lessons in English. 4times a month 45min lessons. Contact Ms, Noriko Kugimoto090-6181-1274 or [email protected]

Latin Dance - Coming back. Enjoy dancing Salsa & others,especially for people beginning moving their body. Send ane-mail and wait till the group is done. Write [email protected] (Carlos)

Ever wanted to speak French?I am here for you to startor help you progress in French. I try to share my language andknowledge with you through Man-to-man private lessons.2500 yen per lesson. English/Japanese/French ok! Contact:[email protected].

Spanish Lesson -Learn Spanish with a native & funny"sensei"! Trial lesson 500. Contact Sil 080-3658-4117 [email protected] More details: http://sil-spanish-japan.weebly.com/

Al Anon-for families and friends of alcoholics. MeetsFridays at 4pm at Mikokoro Center in Marunouchi. ContactNancy at [email protected] or Mikokoro Center at052-971-0334.

Hypnotherapy in English- Free hypnotherapy session inEnglish (or Japanese) to help you stop smoking, lose weight,increase confidence, improve study skills, relaxation, paincontrol and more. Contact Brian. Tel: 050-3722-6838;[email protected]

Private Professional English Counseling Service- ableto hold individual,couple, & family sessions privately &confidentially. Call Counselor Wallace at 052-362-8883. Feesnegotiable.

Nagoya International Alcoholics Anonymous- Thinkyou have a problem with alcohol? Call @ 090-9938-0596.Open English meeting weekly on Sunday, 7 pm.http://ow.ly/sgiW1

Other Services and Assistance Available for Foreigners

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Meeting & Activities

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Cultural Learning Opportunities

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 hiringare notaccepted. The NIC is not responsible for any problems that arise between partiesplacing notices & their respondents, and NIC reserves the right to refuse or edit notices.

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