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IJA Japanese Book Club Members Meet in Dublin

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A big thank you to everyone who joined our latest IJA Japanese Book Club in-person meeting, held in the wonderful and cosy Brooks Hotel, Dublin.
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We had a lovely afternoon with members sharing their thoughts on books they have enjoyed, are currently reading, or would like to recommend to others. Thank you all for the reading recommendations and the opportunity to discover new authors!
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We are delighted to see our Book Club community continue to grow and look forward to our next meeting on 16th July – online!
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We thank Rie Mishima, IJA Council Member and the Host of the IJA Japanese Book Club, for organising this event.
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If you would like to join the IJA Japanese Book Club, please read more about it here!
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IJA Japanese Book Club event featuring Irish writer and poet Nell Regan | PHOTO GALLERY

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The IJA Japanese Book Club event featuring Irish writer and poet Nell Regan was held on Saturday, 21st September and was hosted by ElectroRoute, an IJA corporate member, in Dublin city center.

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The event provided a special opportunity for book club members and Japanese poetry enthusiasts to meet Nell Regan in person and learn about the book ‘百人一首 – 100 Poems by 100 Poets’, as well as her work translating it into English with James Hadley. Nell’s presentation was captivating, allowing us to delve into the richness of Japanese literature and appreciate her remarkable talent for poetry.

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We extend our gratitude to Ambassador Maruyama for joining the event and reading some of the original poems from the book in Japanese.

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Attendees also had the chance to engage in a traditional Japanese card game and savor delicious, freshly baked Japanese treats provided by Gopan Bakery.

Special thanks to Tsugumi Yamamoto, IJA Vice Chairperson, for coordinating this event, and to our wonderful hosts at ElectroRoute for their excellent hospitality throughout the event.

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IJA launches Japanese Book Club | Join today!

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We are delighted to announce the launch of the IJA Japanese Book Club! Our purpose is to create a vibrant community of book lovers who share a passion for Japanese literature, culture, philosophy, business, history, and more.
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We are dedicated to exploring a diverse range of books each month, engaging in thoughtful discussions, expanding our knowledge, and fostering friendships among members. What’s more, we won’t limit ourselves to just Japanese authors; we’ll also delve into the works of Irish authors with connections to Japan.
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With our official launch scheduled for September, we have conducted two trial runs with a small group of participants during the summer break. It was truly fascinating to see how different perspectives and insights emerge, even when reading the same book. We believe that sharing our reading experiences with others can deepen our understanding and appreciation of literature.
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Wouldn’t you like to be a part of this exciting literary journey with us? Whether you’re a seasoned reader or just starting to explore the world of books, our book club welcomes everyone. Together, we’ll embark on a fascinating exploration of Japanese literature and beyond.
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HOW TO REGISTER
Please let us know if you are interested in joining our book club and send us an email to: info@ija.ie. We look forward to having you as a fellow book enthusiast and a valued member of our growing community. Open to the IJA members only.
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More details about the first club meeting and book of the month:
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Tag Archive for: IJA Japanese Book Club

IJA Japanese Book Club

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We are delighted to announce the launch of the IJA Japanese Book Club! Our purpose is to create a vibrant community of book lovers who share a passion for Japanese literature, culture, philosophy, business, history, and more.
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We are dedicated to exploring a diverse range of books each month, engaging in thoughtful discussions, expanding our knowledge, and fostering friendships among members. What’s more, we won’t limit ourselves to just Japanese authors; we’ll also delve into the works of Irish authors with connections to Japan.
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With our official launch scheduled for September, we have conducted two trial runs with a small group of participants during the summer break. It was truly fascinating to see how different perspectives and insights emerge, even when reading the same book. We believe that sharing our reading experiences with others can deepen our understanding and appreciation of literature.
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Wouldn’t you like to be a part of this exciting literary journey with us? Whether you’re a seasoned reader or just starting to explore the world of books, our book club welcomes everyone. Together, we’ll embark on a fascinating exploration of Japanese literature and beyond.
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HOW TO REGISTER
Please let us know if you are interested in joining our book club and send us an email to: info@ija.ie. We look forward to having you as a fellow book enthusiast and a valued member of our growing community. Open to the IJA members only.
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Meetings take place once every quarter and the date, time and Zoom link is shared with registered club members via email. The meetings are conducted in English, and all selected books can be read in either Japanese or English.
JULY 2026
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The last IJA Japanese Book Club meeting before the summer break will take place on Thursday, 16th July, and we warmly invite you to join us online.
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July Meeting – Online
Date: Thursday, 16th July
Time: 8 – 9 PM
Format: Online via Zoom – Zoom link will be shared with all club members closer to the date via email.
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For the July meeting, we will have two assigned books. You are very welcome to read at least one of them before joining the discussion:
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* The Woman in the Purple Skirt by Natsuko Imamura
* The Full Moon Coffee Shop by Mai Mochizuki (this is the first book in the series, first published in 2020)

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Following the July meeting, we will take a well-deserved summer break, and our next online Book Club session will take place in October, with another meeting planned for January 2027.

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