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IJA Annual Golf Outing 2023

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Ireland Japan Association would like to invite you to our Annual Golf Outing 2023 tournament. It will take place on Monday, 4th September, and we will be returning to the stunning Foxrock Golf Club, Dublin – one of the longest established golf clubs in Ireland designed by world renowned course architect Harry Colt.
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**SAVE THE DATE!**
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Get your teams ready, register early, and join us for an amazing day of golf!
IJA members and non-members are very welcome to join!
* Teams of 4
* Individual players
* Dinner Only Guests
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Date: Monday, 4th September 2023
Time: 12.30 p.m.
Venue: Foxrock Golf Club, Torquay Road, Foxrock, Dublin 18
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Competition format: Four-person team scramble. Rules of play will be sent to all teams/participants closer to the event date.
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Tickets and bookings:
Official invitation with ticket prices and booking details will be announced in June 2023.
To express your interest and reserve a place for yourself or your team, please contact us by email: info@ija.ie or call: 01-6787008.
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Plan of the day:
* Arrival from 12 p.m. Light lunch & refreshments available before the game.
* First tee time at 12.30 p.m. (slots after that will be allocated on a first come basis).
* Dinner and Prize Giving from 6.30 p.m.
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Prize Sponsorship Opportunity:
If you or your company would like to sponsor a prize at the IJA Annual Golf Outing 2023, please contact us by email: info@ija.ie or call: 01-6787008.
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Japanese Calligraphy Workshop 2023 | Photo Gallery

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On 22nd April, the IJA organised Japanese Calligraphy Workshop together with artist, educator and writer Azumi Uchitani. Participants were invited to learn the ancient wisdom and value of Japanese symbols, unplug from every day’s hustles and bustles, and experience a ritual with a brush and ink on paper.
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During the workshop everyone had a chance to learn basic principles and techniques of calligraphy, including different brush strokes, practice body movements and mindful meditation, as well as practice calligraphy and create their own calligraphy art.
Huge thanks to our inspiring teacher Azumi san for bringing everyone on a mindful journey to discover this very unique and wonderful part of Japanese culture, and sharing her knowledge, skills and passion! Calligraphy workshop was followed by a tea & coffee break, and wonderful musical performance on violin by Kevin O’Neill.
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Our event was hosted by ElectroRoute, IJA Patron member, and we would like to thank our hosts for welcoming us and looking after everyone on the day.
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(Click on the images to enlarge!)

Follow-Up Japanese Language and Culture Course | Beginners

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Continue to improve your Japanese language skills and learn useful and interesting culture, travel and business tips at the IJA 4-week Follow-Up Japanese Language and Culture Course for beginners!
Starting date: Monday, 8th May 2023
Time: 6.30 PM – 8 PM (each class – 90min)
* 1st class – Monday, 8th May
* 2nd class – Monday, 15th May
* 3rd class – Monday, 22nd May
* 4th class – Monday, 29th May
Venue:  Dillon Eustace, 33 Sir John Rogerson’s Quay, Dublin 2
Cost:
€80 – IJA Members
€120 – Non-members
Spaces are limited and early booking is advised.
Advised age group: 18+
Bookings:
To book your place, please RSVP by Tuesday, 2nd May 2023 by email: info@ija.ie, or call: 01-6787008.
Please note that cancellations should be made by Tuesday, 2nd May. After this date refunds will not be available.

Who this course is designed for?
* Anyone with no or very little Japanese language experience.
* Participants of our previous language courses for beginners.
* Anyone who is thinking of visiting Japan as a tourist or on business.
* Anyone who has been to Japan in the past and would like to know more about the country.
* Anyone who would like a little ‘taste’ of Japanese before studying in college or doing Japanese language studies.
This course will focus on:
* Essential Japanese language skills
* Cultural insights
* Travel tips
* Business tips
All materials and handouts will be provided and are included in the price.
Class size is kept relatively small and participants will have the opportunity to interact with the teacher and fellow students.
This course is organized in cooperation with:

Japanese Film Festival 2023

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The Japanese Film Festival 2023 returns for its 14th edition this April, with an exciting programme that will bring the best of Japanese cinema to audiences across Ireland.

Ireland’s only truly national film festival will showcase more than 20 films this year, from the latest anime hits to exciting indie discoveries. The festival will run from April 8 – 28, with screenings in Dublin, Cork, Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Waterford, Dundalk and – for the first time – Wexford town.

 

 

The festival includes screenings of powerful drama A Man, which recently won eight awards – including Best Film – at the Japan Academy Film Prize ceremony in Tokyo, the acclaimed superhero reboot Shin Ultraman, and exciting new anime titles such as Blue Thermal and The Tunnel to Summer, the Exit of Goodbyes.

Whether you’re a festival regular or have never been before, we can’t wait to welcome you at our screenings.

Dundalk – An Táin Arts Centre: April 8
Limerick – Belltable: April 12-13
Sligo – Sligo Film Society @ The Model Arts Centre: April 13
Cork – Triskel Christchurch: April 15 and Gate Cinema: April 24-27
Waterford – Garter Lane: April 18-19
Wexford – Wexford Arts Centre: April 20 & 25
Galway – Pálás: April 20-23 and Eye Cinema: April 24-28
Dublin – Light House Cinema: April 20-27

The full list of film screenings is available here: https://www.jff.ie/screenings.html

 

“As the newly appointed ambassador, I am delighted to hear that Irish audiences have enjoyed previous Japanese Film Festivals in Ireland. I am looking forward to visiting Dublin, Cork, Galway, Limerick, Sligo, Waterford, Dundalk and Wexford where the 2023 Japanese Film Festival is taking place and seeing many of the films on offer this year. I would like to thank access>CINEMA for all their commitment and hard work devoted to making the Japanese Film Festival such a successful annual event since we started our collaboration in 2008. I hope that everyone will enjoy this year’s films and get to know more about Japanese life and culture.” – Mr Norio Maruyama, Ambassador of Japan to Ireland

 

 

“After the disruption of the past 3 years, we’re excited to be finally able to return our Festival activity to pre-pandemic levels, and are grateful to everyone who loyally supported us during that difficult period. JFF has always been about bringing the diversity of contemporary Japanese cinema to Ireland, and this year we’ve pulled out all of the stops to ensure that the programme has something for everyone. As ever, we’re delighted to be able to bring the Festival to sites across Ireland – with Wexford a new addition to the schedule this year. Whether you’re a Festival regular or have never been before, we can’t wait to welcome you at our screenings nationally.” – Maeve Cooke, director of access>CINEMA

 

More information: https://www.jff.ie/

JFF 2023 is co-organised by The Embassy of Japan and access>CINEMA .

Evening with Japanese renowned writer and film director Kōji Fukada in Dublin

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On Thursday, 30th March, IJA members had a rare and unique opportunity to meet Japanese renowned writer and film director Kōji Fukada during his first visit to Ireland. He was one of the special guests at the East Asia Film Festival Ireland, attending his film screening and masterclass in Dublin.

Our members and invited guests met with director Fukada at a small and intimate meet & greet event in Dublin city centre, listening to stories and passion behind his films, and participating in conversations with director Fukada and Japanese Ambassador to Ireland – Norio Maruyama.

 

We would like to thank Keiko Nakata, Embassy of Japan, Azumi Uchitani, ElectroRoute and Tsugumi Yamamoto, IJA, for their support to make this event so special and memorable for everyone.

Event was organised by the Embassy of Japan in Ireland in cooperation with the Ireland Japan Association and ElectroRoute.

Photos: Embassy of Japan in Ireland

Japanese Calligraphy Workshop

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**This event is fully booked now.** [updated on 11.04.2023]
We are delighted to invite you to Japanese Calligraphy Workshop to learn the ancient wisdom and value of Japanese symbols together with artist, educator and writer Azumi Uchitani.
Unplug from every day’s hustles and bustles, create a state of peace to express yourself, and experience a ritual with a brush and ink on paper!
Date: Saturday, 22nd April 2023
Time: 3 -5 PM (90min workshop followed by 30min tea/coffee break)
Venue: 2 Cumberland Place, 3rd Floor, Fenian Street, Dublin 2, D02 H0V5 – Google Maps
Tickets: €20 IJA Members | €30 Non Members
* Your ticket will include workshop materials: paper and ink. Calligraphy brush will be provided to all participants during the time of workshop.
* Places are limited and early booking is advised. 
* Suitable for all age groups.
Bookings: To book your place, please RSVP by Monday, 17th April 2023 by email: info@ija.ie, or call: 01-6787008.
Please note that cancellations should be made by Wednesday, 19th April. After this date refunds will not be available.

What to expect during this workshop:
* You will learn basic principles and techniques of calligraphy, including different brush strokes.
* You will have the opportunity to practice body movements and mindful meditation.
* You will be able to express yourself and practice calligraphy on paper with brush and ink.

About Azumi Uchitani
Azumi is a leading Japanese management consultant, educator, public speaker, communication expert, writer and professional artist. Currently located in Dublin, Ireland, she is providing services internationally through business partners in London and New York, fulfilling her life mission to build an essential bridge between Japan and the west in business, culture, art and spirituality. Azumi offers corporate training, lectures & talks, business advisory, art works & writing and inner peace lifestyle coaching. Her art works & poems are exhibited at two locations in New York at Nomadworks. Her artworks are appreciated in both corporate & private collection in New York, London, Amsterdam, and Dublin.
For over 25 years, Azumi has been passionately helping CEOs, management teams and Investors to build cultural competence to succeed in M&A, joint ventures and developing new business with Japan. She is known as a corporate “marriage” expert, helping both Japanese and European sides who have “lost in translation” to re-connect and build a more solid bridge as a team to communicate and move forward. She is an experienced professional lifestyle coach, speaker & presenter, two-times TEDx speaker, appearing on Dutch TV and media and online platforms, her talks are appreciated internationally. Azumi works on a global scale. Her clients include fortune 500 companies in IT, finance, tax & legal sectors, consulting firms, media production, leading museums and educators as well as public sectors and non-profit organisations.
What makes her work so unique and popular is her holistic approach to build emotional intelligence and bring harmony to life, interconnecting business, culture, art and spirituality. Azumi decodes the complexity and mysticism of Japanese culture and philosophy in a simple practical way with the truth and authenticity, in a way no other would explain. She gently guides every client to uncover the essence of Japanese ancient wisdom and how to incorporate that into our everyday business & life.
This workshop is organized in cooperation with ElectroRoute:

Experience Japan 2023

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You are invited to attend this year’s Experience Japan Hanami Festival on Sunday 30th April 2023, from 12–4pm. The festival is a free, family-friendly day out where you can enjoy and celebrate Japanese – Irish culture in the beautiful grounds of Farmleigh House, and witness performances, demonstrations, seminars, and traditions both old and in the making!
The festival takes its name from ‘Hanami’: the traditional Japanese custom of viewing flowers, especially cherry blossoms, to mark the arrival of Spring. Each year Experience Japan brings families and friends together in the beautiful setting of Farmleigh in the Phoenix Park, to enjoy music and dance performances, martial arts demonstrations, seminars, and a variety of traditional arts and crafts, and to discover Japanese culture, including lots of delicious Japanese food. Many festival-goers dress for the occasion: in traditional styles, following Japanese fashion subcultures, or in cosplay.
Festival team also is looking for volunteers who could help at the festival. Volunteers are invited to complete the application form to register as a volunteer for the 2023 festival. Any questions can be emailed to volunteers.experiencejapan@gmail.com
For more information and latest updates, please check Experience Japan website:

Japanese Language and Culture Course | For Beginners

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Improve your Japanese language skills and learn useful and interesting culture, travel and business tips at the IJA 4-week Japanese language and culture course for beginners!

Starting date: Monday, 20th February 2023
* 1st class – Monday, 20th February
* 2nd class – Monday , 27th February
* 3rd class – Monday, 6th March
* 4th class – Monday, 13th March

Time: 6.30 PM – 8 PM (each class – 90min)
Venue:  Dillon Eustace, 33 Sir John Rogerson’s Quay, Dublin 2

Cost:
€80 – IJA Members
€120 – Non-members
Spaces are limited and early booking is advised.
Advised age group: 18+

Bookings:
To book your place, please RSVP by Monday, 13th February 2023 by email: info@ija.ie, or call: 01-6787008.
Please note that cancellations should be made by Wednesday, 15th February. After this date refunds will not be available.

Who this course is designed for?
* Anyone with no or very little Japanese language experience.
* Anyone who is thinking of visiting Japan as a tourist or on business.
* Anyone who has been to Japan in the past and would like to know more about the country.
* Anyone who would like a little ‘taste’ of Japanese before studying in college or doing Japanese language studies.

This course will focus on:
* Essential Japanese language skills
* Cultural insights
* Travel tips
* Business tips

All materials and handouts will be provided and are included in the price.
Class size is kept relatively small and participants will have the opportunity to interact with the teacher and fellow students.

This course is organized in cooperation with:

IJA Annual Dinner 2023

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On behalf of the IJA Council, it is our pleasure to invite you to the IJA Annual Dinner 2023 – our largest and most enjoyable event of the year which we hope you, your friends and colleagues can attend.
We invite you to join us for celebrations, fine dining and prize giving on Friday, 12th May 2023 at one of Dublin’s most luxurious and beautiful venues – Conrad Dublin.
Date: Friday, 12th May 2023
Time: From 6.30 p.m.
Venue: Conrad Dublin, Earlsfort Terracе, Saint Kevin’s, Dublin 2, D02 V562 – Google Maps
Guest of Honour: H.E. Mr. Norio Maruyama, Ambassador of Japan in Ireland
Dress Code: Suits/Dress/Business (not black-tie)
Corporate Sponsorship: We are offering sponsorship opportunities for our Corporate members at the event. To sponsor a prize, please send details of prize to info@ija.ie by Friday, 28th April 2023. Your company logo will be displayed on the night on large screens and inside printed guest programmes.
Tickets:
* IJA Members: €130 (per person)
* Non-Members: €150 (per person)
* Corporate Members: €1,300 (Table of 10)
Cancellations made after Friday, 28th April are non-refundable.
Seating Arrangements: Round Tables seating 8-10 people. Corporate Tables catered for. If you would like to be seated at a particular table and/or have any dietary requirements, email special requests to us before Friday, 28th April 2023.

HOW TO BOOK:

Book Direct: info@ija.ie | Tel: 01-6787008 (Persons in Charge: Darina or Carmel)
Tickets Online: **Bookings online for the IJA Annual Dinner 2023 are closed now.**
RSVP/Booking Deadline: Friday, 28th April 2023
Please note that places are limited and early booking is advised.

Ikebana Workshops in Dublin | PHOTO GALLERY

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On 29th October we welcomed our good friend Tomoko Sempo Yanagi, Professor of Ikenobo Ikebana Society and Chairperson of Ikenobo UK and Ireland Group to Dublin for two in-person Ikebana Workshops at the Warrenmount Community Education Centre.

We would like to thank everyone who joined Ikebana workshops, and we are delighted that so many people had an amazing opportunity to learn about the history and traditions of the beautiful and delicate Ikebana flower arranging art together with Ikebana master Tomoko Sempo Yanagi.

Huge thanks to Tomoko san for sharing her passion for Ikebana with all the participants, and inspiring everyone to discover more about this unique and beautiful part of Japanese culture. During the workshop participants created their own Ikebana arrangements using seasonal flowers and plants.

We also would like to thank Warrenmount Community Education Centre and Pauline McGaley for hosting our event, welcoming everyone at the venue and looking after us on the day!

Photos: Raymond Hegarty and Eddie Hughes

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IJA Annual Golf Outing 2023

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Ireland Japan Association would like to invite you to our Annual Golf Outing 2023 tournament. It will take place on Monday, 4th September, and we will be returning to the stunning Foxrock Golf Club, Dublin – one of the longest established golf clubs in Ireland designed by world renowned course architect Harry Colt.
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**SAVE THE DATE!**
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Get your teams ready, register early, and join us for an amazing day of golf!
IJA members and non-members are very welcome to join!
* Teams of 4
* Individual players
* Dinner Only Guests
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Date: Monday, 4th September 2023
Time: 12.30 p.m.
Venue: Foxrock Golf Club, Torquay Road, Foxrock, Dublin 18
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Competition format: Four-person team scramble. Rules of play will be sent to all teams/participants closer to the event date.
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Tickets and bookings:
Official invitation with ticket prices and booking details will be announced in June 2023.
To express your interest and reserve a place for yourself or your team, please contact us by email: info@ija.ie or call: 01-6787008.
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Plan of the day:
* Arrival from 12 p.m. Light lunch & refreshments available before the game.
* First tee time at 12.30 p.m. (slots after that will be allocated on a first come basis).
* Dinner and Prize Giving from 6.30 p.m.
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Prize Sponsorship Opportunity:
If you or your company would like to sponsor a prize at the IJA Annual Golf Outing 2023, please contact us by email: info@ija.ie or call: 01-6787008.
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