Konnichiwa!

It was certainly an eventful month in October. Firstly, let me congratulate Alberix Niigata FC (Singapore) for winning the 2022 Singapore Premier League! A job well done and we look forward to their performance in the Singapore Cup as well.

JCC also celebrated the best of Japanese cinema in our annual Japanese Film Festival (JFF) at multiple venues. With a wide selection of films, there was something for everyone and I am delighted to hear that many of the tickets were sold out. We truly look forward to offering more in our next JFF instalment...(Click here to read more)

Opening Ceremony of Japanese Film Festival 2022

On 6 October, the Japanese Film Festival in Singapore 2022 was officially opened with “Anime Supremacy!,” a film directed by Mr. Kohei Yoshino, at Shaw Theatres Lido. H.E. Ambassador Jun Yamazaki and Mr. Kenneth Tan, Chairman of the Singapore Film Society, welcomed the guests by respectively making their remarks before the premier screening. The screening was followed by a lively Q&A session, where Director Yoshino participated virtually...(Click here to read more)

Lavender Ring Singapore ~ JCC x Shiseido In Collaboration with SCS ~

In light of SHISEIDO's 150th Anniversary, JCC (Japan Creative Centre) was delighted to co-organise Lavender Ring Singapore today with Shiseido, in collaboration with Singapore Cancer Society (SCS). By capturing vibrant images of people living with cancer through customised makeup sessions and professional-quality photoshoots, we hope to lift their spirits and...(Click here to read more)

Opening Ceremony of Autumn Sonata ~ An Exhibition by Ikebana International Singapore Chapter 135 ~

The opening of Autumn Sonata ~ An Exhibition by Ikebana International Singapore Chapter 135 ~ was held at JCC on 19 October 2022. JCC Director Mr. Toru Furugori and President of I.I. Singapore Chapter 135 Ms Peggy Loh opened this exhibition, which is inspired by the warm colours of the fall season. This was followed by a series of stunning Ikebana demonstrations by...(Click here to read more)

Japan Exchange & Teaching Programme JET Programme Online Briefing 2022

JET (Japan Exchange & Teaching) Programme briefing sessions were held online on 25 and 26 October 2022. Representatives from the Embassy of Japan in Singapore and J.CLAIR Singapore provided information about the programme and its application process. JETAA Singapore members shared engaging, first-hand experiences regarding both Assistant Language...(Click here to read more)

Shiseido 150th Anniversary

Shiseido celebrated its 150th Anniversary on 6 October 2022. H.E. Ambassador Jun Yamazaki attended the celebration as the Guest of Honour, together with Ms Nicole Tan, President & CEO of Asia Pacific Region, and Ms Jessica Fun, Managing Director of Shiseido Singapore Co Pte Ltd. Mr Masahiko Uotani, Global CEO, also presented his congratulatory remarks through a video message. Besides appreciating the long history of Shiseido...(Click here to read more)

Sogetsu 56th Anniversary Charity Exhibition

To commemorate the 56th anniversary of the Singapore Sogetsu Association, JCC (Japan Creative Centre) Director Mr. Toru Furugori attended the Sogetsu Charity Exhibition Opening at Takashimaya Shopping Centre Atrium on 7 October as the Guest of Honour together with Ms. Pandora Ip President of the Singapore Sogetsu Association. Mr Hideyuki Yamamoto Managing Director of Takashimaya, Mr. Kiminobu Muto Managing Director of...(Click here to read more)

Fusion Remedy @ ABC Cooking Studio

Japan Creative Centre was thrilled to be invited to ABC Cooking Studio Singapore once again for a one-day cooking course titled, Fusion Remedy, on 19 October 2022. In collaboration with Fukui, Shizuoka and Osaka prefectures, the cooking lesson featured key ingredients from Japan such as nabe miso, rice flour, matcha powder and a complimentary wine, Cuvee Papiles Osaka. Using these ingredients, participants successfully created three...(Click here to read more)

Opening of The Doraemon Exhibition Singapore 2022

On 4 November, H.E. Ambassador Ishikawa attended the opening reception for “The Doraemon Exhibition Singapore 2022” at the National Museum of Singapore (NMS) as Guest of Honour, together with Mr Keith Chua (Chairman, NMS), and Ms Chung May Khuen (Director, NMS). Ambassador Ishikawa enjoyed reliving and reinterpreting his childhood memories with Doraemon, through the original manga drawings brought...(Click here to read more)

Presentation of Credential to H.E. President Madam Halimah Yacob

On 25 October, 2022, H.E. Ambassador of Japan to Singapore Hiroshi Ishikawa presented his credentials to H.E. President Halimah Yacob at the Istana. The presentation of credentials is a formal ceremony in which a newly appointed foreign ambassador presents a letter of credence to the receiving head of state marking the beginning of ambassadorship. We extend our deepest...(Click here to read more)

Ambassador’s Visit to Malay Heritage Centre

On 28 October, H.E. Ambassador Ishikawa had the golden opportunity to visit the Malay Heritage Centre (MHC) at Kampong Gelam just before its temporary closure from 31 October for a two year renovation work. Ambassador Ishikawa was warmly welcomed by Ms. Asmah Alias, General Manager of MHC. Ambassador Ishikawa was fascinated by the rich culture and the history of the cultural identity of the Malay community in Singapore. ..(Click here to read more)

A City of Copper

When you visit a temple in Japan and chance upon the Buddhist statues, temple bells, incense burners or lanterns, there is a high possibility that they were made in Takaoka city, Toyama Prefecture. Besides these large items, you can also find them made as smaller items such as tea ceremony utensils, vases, wind chimes, and tableware. In fact, the city has the highest production of copper in Japan and its symbol is the Great...(Click here to read more)

Autumn Appetite

In Japan, it is said that autumn is the best season to enjoy food, sports, reading and so on. This is especially due to the cooler climate after the hot, humid summer, when one’s appetite is whet and it is more comfortable to carry out recreational activities. With regards to sports, another special reason is because the opening ceremony of the 1964 Tokyo Olympic Games took place on 10 October. Thus, the day was designated as a national holiday. Today...(Click here to read more)

In this edition of Kizuna Story, JCC speaks to Mr Yuki Imamura, Director at Leyouki Pte Ltd. Learn more about the unique features of The Doraemon Exhibition Singapore 2022 and how it came to Singapore...(Click here to read more)

Culture Day

November 3 is Culture Day, a national holiday. It was on this day in 1946 that the present Constitution of Japan was officially announced. To commemorate this event, the date was made into a holiday two years later to foster the ideals of the Constitution - the love of peace and freedom - through cultural activities.

The Constitution did not actually come into force until May 3, 1947, though, and so there's a separate...(Click here to read more)