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Message From Director Of JCC
Recently a volcano in Japan, Mt Ontake, erupted causing the tragic loss of dozens of hikers. This is an instance in which Nature gives us human beings a challenging time. However despite giving us tragedies, Nature graciously provides us with even more blessings., Click to Read More |
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1.1 Ikebana Inspired by Baba and Nyonya Opening Ceremony & Exhibition
“Ikebana inspired by Baba and Nyonya” Exhibition opened on the 2nd of September. This unique exhibition showcased the beauty of the Japanese art of Ikebana fused with peranakan elements. Click to Read More |
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1.2 Ikebana Inspired by Baba and Nyonya Demonstration
In the late afternoon of the 5th of September, guests gathered in JCC for an Ikebana demonstration by Mr Bernard Tay. Mr Tay is a member of Tokyo Sogetsu Teachers Association, a member of Ikebana International Singapore Singapore Chapter 135 as well as the advisor to the Singapore Sogetsu Association. Click to Read More |
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1.3 Shogi Workshop By Madoka Kitao
On the bright and sunny afternoon of the 13th of September, a Shogi workshop was held at JCC. The workshop was conducted by Ms Madoka Kitao who is a professional Shogi player. Ms Kitao, dressed in an intricate hakama, first gave a presentation to those in attendance about the history of Shogi and its evolutions. Click to Read More |
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2 Japanese Cultural Fact ( Autumn Foliage )
Japan is located in the temperate zone of the Northern Hemisphere, and it's home to many deciduous plant species whose leaves turn color in the fall, including the maple, ivy, yamaurushi (a type of sumac), and mountain ash. When autumn deepens, these leaves change from green to red and gold. Click to Read More |
| The Japan Foundation invites individuals and organizations that are planning international exchange projects and activities to participate in programs of the Japan Foundation. The Japan Foundation carries out its programs and activities in the three major areas of Art and Cultural Exchange, Japanese-Language Education Overseas, Japanese Studies Overseas and Intellectual Exchange, as well as Strengthening the Cultural Exchange in Asia. Successful applicants are provided with grants, research scholarships, Japanese-language training programs, and other forms of support.
Please Click On The Link Below For More Details:
http://www.jpf.go.jp/e/program/index.html
Please Click On The Link Below For More Details:
http://www.osaka21.or.jp/jecfund/en/index.html
Please Click On The Link Below For More Details on Free/Online Japanese Lessons"
http://www.sg.emb-japan.go.jp/JCC/nihongo.pdf
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