just add shoyu - history of the japanese canadian community
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1November 2010 2010年11月 Vol.36 Issue 10
Just Add Shoyu - History of the Japanese Canadian Community through Cuisine and CultureJust Add Shoyu - 料理から探る日系カナダ人史
November Movie Night: Tokyo Story11月映画鑑賞会：東京物語
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JUST ADD SHOYUMore Than Just A Cookbook – A Culinary and Cultural Journey Through the History of the Japanese Canadian CommunityJust Add Shoyu is a 272 page hardcover cookbook, consisting of 83 recipes, 48 anecdotes and stories, and beautiful full colour photographs. The book cost is $39.95 and it will be available mid November 2010. If purchased at the JCCC, JCCC members will receive a 10% discount with proof of valid membership. All proceeds from the sale of Just Add Shoyu, will go to help fund the JCCC and its Heritage Committee program and projects.
Just Add Shoyu is not just a cookbook. It is intended to provide a snapshot of our evolving Japanese Canadian community and hopefully, spark conversations about our heritage. The recipes mainly reflect the first generations in Canada―what influenced their cooking and what became their food―and the anecdotes and stories came from many Japanese Canadian generations. It is our hope that these recipes and stories will whet your appetite and conversations with your parents, children, family and friends about your history and food.
Oh what a glorious book! If offers us food for our eyes, our bodies, our souls. And if, like me, one happens to be Japanese Canadian, it takes us home. Food, they say, is what lasts when everything else in a culture is gone. Here is a way to savour what lasts, and to bring back some of what has gone. This special gift was brought into being by love. I'm grateful for it and expect to refer to it often, not just for the recipes, but to remember. And from time to time, while cooking or when life loses its flavour, I'll take the book's advice and -Just Add Shoyu.
Joy Kogawa
All recipes and stories were submitted by the community. Initially the focus was on obtaining submissions from the Greater Toronto Area, but after many meetings with groups and through our outreach efforts via newsletters, newspaper articles, booths at events and personal interactions with people in the community, we received and included submissions from across Canada and the United States. Submissions not used in this book may be used in future projects and will be part of the Heritage Archive.
On behalf of Theresa Sano and me, Russell Onizuka, we would like to thank the hundreds who participated in this project. We are proud to say that Just Add Shoyu was a completely volunteer driven project and all who contributed are acknowledged in this book. The process to produce this book involved many volunteers―the cookbook committee who obtained the recipes and stories, recipe testing subcommittee who tested every recipe submitted, subcommittees responsible for recipe selection, story selection, editing, marketing, the photo shoot―the professional creative design team of Heather Cooper and Eric Graham, professional food photographers Vince Noguchi, Brian Sano and Eric Graham, and professional food stylist Meaghan Baron.
We would also like to give special thanks to the individuals who kindly donated money to our project and for grants from the NAJC and Government of Canada, New Horizons Program.
This has been an exciting project and we hope you will buy a book to help support Heritage programming.
Russell OnizukaChair, JCCC Cookbook Committee
Just Add Shoyu is a great stocking stuffer, gift for a student and hostess gift. You can pre-order copies by calling 416-441-2345. Copies are $39.95 each (10% discount for JCCC members or buy 3 or more books at one time and the price is $29.95 each). Taxes are extra. We will alert you by email or check on the web site www.jccc.on.ca to find out when the books are available for pick up at reception.
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2010-11 JCCC Board of Directors President Gary Kawaguchi Past President Marty Kobayashi VP, Heritage Peter Wakayama VP, J-comm Junko Mifune VP, Legacy Art Ito VP, Management Ann Ashley VP, Strategic Planning Donna Davis Special Ambassador Sid Ikeda Secretary Sharon Marubashi Treasurer Sri Kugan Directors George Hewson Shari Hosaki James Matsumoto Lorene Nagata Yuki Nakamura Dereck Oikawa Russell Onizuka Cary Rothbart Nao Seko Glenn Inamoto* Advisors Miki Kobayashi Mickey Matsubayashi Steve Oikawa Fred Sasaki Connie Sugiyama
*In Memory 1958-2009JCCC StaffJames Heron Executive Director [email protected] 416-441-2345 ext.224
Kathy Tazumi Accounting/General Administration Manager [email protected] 416-441-2345 ext.229
Christine Takasaki Community Events/Volunteer Coordinator [email protected] 416-441-2345 ext.221
Haruko IshiharaCommunity Rentals [email protected] 416-441-2345 ext.228
Christine SekiCorporate Rentals/Programming and Business Development [email protected] 416-441-2345 ext.231
Sally KumagawaMembership/Database Administrator [email protected] 416-441-2345 ext.223
Toshiko Yamashita Heritage/Newsletter Coordinator [email protected]@jccc.on.ca 416-441-2345 ext.227
Yuki HipshAdministrative Assistant/ICommunity Liason/Giftshop [email protected] 416-441-2345 ext.235
Sandy ChanAdministrative Assistant [email protected] 416-441-2345 ext.226
Constantin DutescuOperations and Techinical [email protected] 416-460-3522
Maki [email protected] 416-441-2345 ext.222
The Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre NewsletterEditors: James Heron, Kathy Tazumi, Toshiko YamashitaJapanese Section: Toshiko Yamashita, Haruko Ishihara, Maki KlotzCover Photo:Vince NoguchiYour news is welcome! Please send articles to:[email protected] orJapanese Canadian Cultural Centre6 Garamond Court, Toronto, ON M3C 1Z5tel 416-441-2345 fax 416-441-2347 [email protected] submission deadline for the Dec2010 /Jan2011 combined issue is Tuesday November 16, 2010. 日本語の記事も受け付けています。 12月/1月合併号の締め切りは2010年11月16日(火）です。
Calendar of Events November Sat/Sun 6&7 Road to Asia
Thu 11 Origami Workshop
Sat 13 Karaoke Club
Wed 17 Japanese Cooking Class
Fri-Sat 19-21 JC Experience Conference
Sat 20 Karaoke Club
Mon 22 East Asian Seminar
Thu 25 Movie Night "Tokyo Story"
Sat 27 J-Comm Sho wo Tanoshimu
workshop
December Sat 4 Karaoke Club
Sun 5 Sakura Kai Recital
Sat 11 Ginza Night
Sun 12 Holiday Chocofest
Sun 12 JCCC Family Anime Movie
"Chocolate Underground"
Sat 18 Karaoke Club
Sat-Tue 25-28 JCCC Closed
Fri 31 New Year's Eve Dinner & Dance
January 2011 Sat 1 JCCC Closed (only open for Shinnen
Kai)
Sat 1 Shinnen Kai
Mon 3 JCCC Closed
Wed 19 Japanese Cooking Class
Sun 23 Oshogatsu 2011
Thu 27 Movie NIght
Sat-Sun 29-30 Taiko Workshop
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2 Just Add Shoyu Cookbook
3 The Road to Asia Festival
3 Movie Night "Tokyo Story"
4 Chocolate Bake-off Challenge
5-7 Upcoming Events
12-13 Donations
14-16 JCCCイベント情報
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The Road to Asia Festival 2010 - 10th Anniversary Edition!!Mark your calendars for the weekend of Saturday November 6 and Sunday November 7. Make sure that you come and help us celebrate the 10th Anniversary of this fantastic multicultural festival of arts and culture! This weekend has the JCCC packed with the richness and exciting diversity of many Asian cultures. The Road to Asia Festival takes the JCCC’s motto, “Friendship Through Culture” to a whole new level. With last year’s participants representing countries like Tibet, Vietnam, Philippines, Indonesia, China, Thailand, Cambodia, India, Taiwan, and, of course, Japan, and over 3,000 people in attendance, you don’t want to miss this huge two-day festival of Asian Canadian culture. So gather your family and friends and join us for the 10th Anniversary trip along The Road to Asia.
Date: Saturday November 6 and Sunday November 7, 2010 Time: 11:00am to 5:00pmAdmission: $5 Adults, $3 Seniors/Students, JCCC members and children 12 and under FREE
November Movie Night: TOKYO STORYOne of Cinema’s Great Masterpieces comes to the JCCC
Yasujiro Ozu’s 1953 masterpiece Tokyo Story (Tokyo Monogatari) follows an aging couple, Tomi and Sukichi, on their journey from their rural village to visit their two married children in bustling, postwar Tokyo. Their reception is disappointing: too
busy to entertain them, their children send them off to a health spa. After Tomi falls ill she and Sukichi return home, while the children, grief-stricken, hasten to be with her. From a simple tale unfolds one of the greatest of all Japanese films. Starring Ozu regulars Chishu Ryu and Setsuko Hara, the film reprises one of the director’s favorite themes—that of generational conflict—in a way that is quintessentially Japanese and yet so universal in its appeal that it continues to resonate as one of cinema’s greatest masterpieces. Tokyo Story has twice appeared in Sight & Sound magazine's 'Top Ten' list of the greatest films ever made. This film will be presented in high resolution Blu-Ray technology for an exceptionally clear image.
Date: Thursday November 25, 2010Time: 7:00pmAdmission: $6 JCCC members, $8 non-members
The First Emperor of China and His Importance for JapanThis November, George Hewson will be holding another East Asian Studies seminar on "The First Emperor of China and His Importance for Japan". This illustrated lecture will tell the story of and how he changed the course of history in both China and Japan. Qin Shi Huang Di, the first emperor, famous for his underground army of terracotta warriors, created the most powerful and influential nation on earth at the time. Its impact on the Land of the Rising Sun would be of great significance to the island nation that saw itself as the home of the gods. George Hewson, B.A., M.A., B.Ed., OCT is a 6th degree black belt martial arts instructor and the President of the Canadian Aikido Federation, a teacher at the Royal Ontario Museum, and a member of the JCCC Board of Directors. He has lived and studied in Japan.
Date: Monday November 22, 2010Time: 7:30pm – 9:30pmFee: $15 JCCC members, $20 non-members (+HST)
Pass On Your Values - Plan Your Legacy Through Planned GivingYou have worked hard to accumulate assets throughout your life, but without a valid will, at your passing, those assets will be distributed according to the law. Wouldn't you rather determine that yourself? Making a planned gift such as including a bequest in your will to individual beneficiaries or a charitable organization such as the JCCC may be the best way to make a meaningful gift in the future. Plus, it allows you the ability to change your mind at any time. Why not use your hard earned money to make a difference; help your favourite charity while gaining the opportunity to reduce your taxes. Please join us at the JCCC on Monday November 15, 2010 at 10:00am for a panel discussion featuring MoneyTalk’s Patricia Lovett-Reid. This panel will discuss the considerations involved in charitable giving and planned giving and may inspire you to consider how you want to gift some of your own accumulated wealth for the benefit of yourself and others. These considerations include: providing for family members, minimizing taxes, having enough liquid assets to support oneself during one's lifetime, carrying out a plan that is consistent with your values and interests and leaving a legacy for future generations. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to hear from one of the leading authorities on wealth management first-hand! As seating is limited, your prompt response is recommended. Please register in advance by calling JCCC Reception at 416-441-2345. We look forward to seeing you at this full and informative discussion! To receive more information on planned and legacy giving, please call William Petruck at 416-249-0788 ext. 21 or email [email protected].
The next newsletter will be the December 2010/January 2011 combined issue! Submission deadline
is Tuesday November 16, 2010.
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December Ginza Night!Gather up your group and head to the JCCC on Saturday December 11, 2010 for a delicious bowl of udon and the awesome tunes of Kano, Tosh & Ken. Don't miss the great live music of Kano, Tosh and Ken. Following the successful July Ginza night, these artists make a return visit to the JCCC stage but this time as a trio! A unique group, their smooth sounds cover reggae, pop, blues, J-pop and more. Top it off with a steaming bowl of Tak-san's delectable udon at a great price and you’ve got the perfect venue for your end-of-year social outing. Doors open at 7:00pm, Kano Tosh & Ken take the stage at 8:00pm and udon is available until 9:30pm. Admission $5, Udon $6.50. Save by purchasing a pre-sale combo ticket (admission & udon) $10 - this ticket is available only until Dec 3. Further discounted pre-sale group rate available. Cash bar. Please contact the JCCC for more information, [email protected] or 416-441-2345.
Kano, Tosh & Ken. Photo courtesy of Yosh Inouye.
Bake-off Challenge: Chocolate flavours to savour!On Sunday December 12, 2010 at 1:00pm, the JCCC will be holding a Holiday Bake-off Challenge in conjunction with the screening of the animation movie “Chocolate Underground”. Pies, cakes, truffles, biscotti, whatever it may be, this contest is here to stretch your creativity and skill. Anything with chocolate goes! If you think you have what it takes, then register and start baking! Your peers as well as our special judges will critique each one according to its creativity, presentation, and TASTE! And for what? The winner will receive a 20” Chocolate Tube, courtesy of one of Toronto’s most renowned chocolatemakers, SOMA. Please download the form from our website www.jccc.on.ca. All entries will be available for taste testing on the day, so come and be a part of this event - eat up and enjoy the movie! This event is generously sponsored by SOMA chocolatemaker.
Date: Sunday December 12, 2010Time: 1:00pmFee: $1 per tasting plate
JCCC New Year's Eve Dinner & DancePreparations are now underway for one of Toronto’s most popular New Year’s Eve Dinner and Dance, to be held Friday December 31, 2010 in the Kobayashi Hall. Ralph and Theresa Yuan will provide the music for dancing and fun on Toronto’s finest double sprung dance floor. As in past years, dinner will be provided by Calvert’s Catering. Tickets are $130 per person and includes dinner, dancing, party favours, complimentary midnight champagne and snacks. And if that weren’t enough, there is also a chance at our fabulous door prize draws. Seating can be arranged for 8 - 10 persons per table. Don’t be disappointed! Don’t miss out on this fantastic party! Buy your tickets before the December 17th deadline. Call the JCCC at 416-441-2345 for more information or to purchase your tickets.
2011 Shinnen Kai DinnerCelebrate New Year’s Day the Japanese way - with a feast!
JCCC and Tori Ichi present the 10th Anniversary of the JCCC’s Shin-Nen Kai on Saturday January 1, 2011, with a glorious array of delicious festive food. Master Chef Kunio Ishii has once again teamed up with the JCCC to present a sumptuous start to the New Year. Classically trained in French and Japanese cuisine and experienced in Hilton kitchens internationally, Ishii-san currently operates a highly successful catering company. Locally, at the former Hilton Harbour Castle in Toronto, he held the prestigious title of Main Kitchen Sous-Chef. The 2011 Shin-Nen Kai will feature door prizes, entertainment, a 50/50 raffle, and of course, the star of the show - an absolutely luscious buffet. Over two dozen dishes of mouth-watering Osechi Ryori (traditional Japanese New Year’ fare), sushi and yoshoku (North American fare) will tempt your taste buds. A cash bar is also provided. Bring your friends and family to this unique New Year’s Day event like no other in Toronto. Doors open at 4:00pm– dinner begins at 5:00pm. Please see the flyer inserted for more details.
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The Japanese Canadian Experience Conference:Sharing Our Stories of the War Years - November 19 – 21, 2010The Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre is hosting The Japanese Canadian Experience: Sharing our Stories of the War Years conference from November 19-21, 2010. We now have almost 200 people of all generations enrolled for this exciting event. This is a quick reminder for those who will be attending the conference. Please feel welcome to bring any notes or photographs with you to help you aid your story. If possible, please include a description of who is in the photograph, where and when the photograph was taken. Please provide as much detail as possible. If you would like to keep your photographs we highly recommend bringing in copies which will be added to the JCCC Heritage Archives. If you have any photographs that you are unable to copy and would like to keep, please feel free to bring them with you. We will try and take a copy of the photograph and return it to you during the weekend of the conference (please be advised that we might not be able to copy everyone’s photographs since timing is an issue). If you have photographs/items that you wish to donate to the heritage archives please bring them with you. There will be a donation form available for you to fill out. You may also bring a written copy of your story and all contributed stories will be added to the JCCC Heritage Archives. The deadline to register for the conference is Friday, November 5, 2010. If you have any questions or inquiries please contact Lisa Uyeda at the JCCC 6 Garamond Court, Toronto, ON, M3C 1Z5, by telephone 416-441-2345 ext 303 or by email at [email protected]. We look forward to seeing you at the conference!
Sedai Cornerby Lisa Uyeda
The Sedai Committee is pleased to report a total of 9 interviews were completed within the month of September. As of September 30, 2010, we have a total of 68 individuals who have devoted their time and stories to the Sedai project! On behalf of the Sedai Committee we would like to extend our sincerest thank-you to Mary Matsui, Harry Yoshida, Jean Peasah, Nick Yoshida, Kay Fujiwara, Gloria Sumiya, and Mits Sumiya. A special thank-you is given to Lillian Michiko Blakey and her children Lisa, Jennifer and Chris for a unique Sedai interview. Lillie Reiko Yano was the mother of Lillian and grandmother to Lisa, Jennifer and Chris. In honour of Lillie Reiko Yano, her memoirs were read by her family members and they were captured on film for the Sedai Project. If you would like to read your memoirs, or a beloved family member’s memoirs then please contact Lisa for further information. This month the Sedai Project has been fortunate to receive a generous donation from Bill Naruse. We appreciate the support and would like to personally thank Bill Naruse for his wonderful contribution. The Sedai Project is very important to our committee members and to our community, and we are thankful for everyone’s support and contribution. Thank-you again to all of those who continue to contribute to the Sedai Project! Our progress is growing thanks to everyone’s efforts but we still need your help to build our community’s history. Everyone has a different story, a different experience and a different memory and we believe each memory is important and enriched with our Japanese Canadian history! Please help us preserve the Japanese Canadian history for our future generations and anyone who wishes to learn more about our history as Japanese Canadians by contacting Lisa Uyeda at 6 Garamond Court, Toronto, ON, M3C 1Z5 or [email protected] or [email protected] or by telephone at 416-441-2345 ext 303. In the meantime you can also find more information about the project at www.sedai.ca. We look forward to hearing from you!
From the JCCC Board of DirectorsWelcome to the 2nd edition of the JCCC Board of Directors information update. Each month we want to inform all our members and the community about the many functions of the JCCC Board and the progress that we are making in order to keep the JCCC a vibrant, active, exciting and financially successful organization. Last month we shared the JCCC mission and strategic direction. This update is to give you a sense for how we are organized to get there and where you might be able to help. The JCCC Board consists of an Executive Committee of experienced directors that have each taken on the active role of leading a working committee to move the strategy forward. While we rely on James Heron and his team to manage the day to day operations of the JCCC, these committees represent the opportunity for the community and the board to steer major initiatives. If you have any interest in volunteering your knowledge and skills, the following committees led by a board member need your help.Management ( Ann Ashley - VP), Finance ( Sri Kugan –Treasurer), Legacy (Art Ito - VP), Heritage (Peter Wakayama - VP), Strategic Planning (Donna Davis - VP), Jcomm ( Junko Mifune - VP), Sedai (Lorene Nagata), Leasing (Nao Seko), - and all of the Directors are active in one and/or more committees. Our Board advisors also provide a wealth of knowledge and experience, as they too are very active on committees. We welcome involvement from the community and we can be contacted through the JCCC at 416-441-2345 and [email protected]
The Sedai Project is committed to collecting, documenting, preserving and sharing the history of the Japanese Canadians. We, the Sedai Committee, collect and preserve the Japanese Canadian history through audio and video recordings in a relaxed interview format. We continue to search for all Japanese Canadians who were born pre-war and war years to come and share their stories with us.
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Nikkei History in JapaneseDo you know “Nikkei History?
It is regrettable that new immigrants from Japan and their children do not know much about “Nikkei” history and the learning opportunity is quickly disappearing because there are few Issei still alive and the Nisei are rapidly aging. In order to learn and inherit the Nikkei history and heritage, JCCC is offering “Canadian Nikkei History” class starting January next year for primarily Ijusha and their children who will be the creators of future Nikkei history. This class will give them an opportunity to study “Nikkei” history as a part of their own. This J-Comm program will be presented by lecturer Mr. Yusuke Tanaka who has been a Japanese Editor of the Nikkei Voice for many years. He has been lecturing on Nikkei history and multiculturalism at universities and academic conferences in Japan as a visiting special lecturer since year 2000. If you are thinking of attending the class, participating at “Sharing Our Stories of the War Years” as a registered attendant or volunteer is strongly recommended. The lectures will be given in Japanese. Please refer to the details below:
Program Title: Nikkei History SeminarPurpose: Understand and inherit the Nikkei History to enrich the partcipant’s personal history Who should attend: Anyone who understands Japanese and is interested in Nikkei history.Content: Complete Canadian Nikkei History, persons in history, regional Nikkei history, pre & post war Nikkei history Where: JCCCWhen: Total of 8 lectures; once per month (start in January 2010: tentative)Eligibility: JCCC member (Maximum of 30 people)Fee: $25.00 (8 lectures)Supported by bits, e-nikka, Nikkei Voice, JCCC Heritage Committee
For more information, please contact JCCC at 416-441-2345 or [email protected]
Profile of the lecturer: Mr. Yusuke Tanaka has been writing about Japanese Canadian community and its history for the Nikkei Voice newspaper over 20 years by researching materials and interviewing many Issei and Nisei. He also translated Judge Marika Omatsu’s book “Bitter Sweet Victory” into Japanese. He is a person of wealth knowledge in Nikkei history.
Third Annual Sakura BallBringing together the best of Canadian and Japanese entertainment, cuisine, culture, and style, the JCCC is excited to announce the Third Annual Sakura Ball. The Sakura Ball is an elegant social evening and the largest annual fundraising event the JCCC holds. Last year, the sold-out event set a new record by raising over $250,000 for the JCCC Legacy Campaign, which supports ongoing cultural and heritage programming, exhibits, and events and ongoing capital projects.
One of the traditions of the Sakura Ball is the presentation of the Sakura Award.
Awarded once a year by the JCCC, the Sakura Award recognizes exceptional contributions made by individuals to the promotion and exchange of Japanese culture and enhancing awareness of Nikkei heritage within Canada and abroad. The first recipient of the Sakura Award was the Right Honourable Martin Brian Mulroney, the eighteenth Prime Minister of Canada, recognizing his participation in the Japanese Canadian Redress settlement on September 22, 1988. Last year, we were privileged to present the award to Japanese Canadian architect, Raymond Moriyama. His stories of being interned during the Second World War because of his Japanese heritage and his rise to become one of Canada's most respected architects continue to inspire the community. Building on this tradition of excellence, the JCCC is honoured to present this year’s Sakura Award to award-winning scientist, environmentalist and broadcaster, David Suzuki. Co-Founder of the David Suzuki Foundation, Dr. Suzuki is renowned for his radio and television programs that explain the complexities of the natural sciences in a compelling, easily understood way. Keep checking the JCCC newsletter for more information about this not-to-be-missed event.
David Suzuki
Kyudo 3rd Introductory WorkshopThe JCCC announces the third 15-week Introductory Course starting on Saturday December 4, 2010. Students without prior experience must complete the Introductory Course to be accepted in the regular weekly program. (Students with experience please inquire with JCCC.) As student numbers are limited. Please contact the JCCC reception desk at 416-441-2345 to register and to inquire about availability. The course is divided into 4 stages:- Hassetsu (The Eight Stages of Shooting and Posture Practice)- Gomu-yumi (Practice Bow) - Subiki (Drawing the bow without an arrow)- Makiwara Practice (Shooting towards a short-distance target) By the time the course finishes, students will be able to shoot towards a Makiwara-target and be ready to continue to the next level. Day Time Age Level FeeSat 2:30pm - 5:00pm 16&over Beginner $200 + HSTClass runs Dec 4 – Mar 26, no class Dec 25 and Jan 1
Washoku Matsuriby The Japanese Restaurant Association of Canada
The Japanese Restaurant Association of Canada (JRAC) will be holding the 3rd annual Washoku Matsuri at the JCCC on Monday November 29, 2010. On this day about 10 of the most traditonal high-class Japanese restauants will be creating a menu for this event. Along with this special food and drink experience there will be entertainment such as a Iaido and cooking demonstration. This is great opportunity for people to learn about authentic Japanese food and find out what the JRAC is all about. Tickets are $125.00 (includes food & drink) per person and can be purchased by calling 416-876-0865 or email [email protected].
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Third Annual Japanese Calligraphy Competition in Canada Exhibitby Shodo Canada
Shodo Canada is pleased to present the exhibition of the 140 entries in the Third Annual Japanese Calligraphy Competition in Canada. This year 5 Gold awards, 6 Silver awards, 7 Bronze awards, 28 Honourable Mention awards, and 3 Special awards were selected by five distinguished Japanese calligraphers in Japan. All the entries are mounted on silk scrolls and present an excellent display of the different styles of Japanese calligraphy. The entries attracted submission from many communities across Canada and the ages of entrants ranged from 5 to 92. The Consulate General of Japan in Toronto, The Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre and the Japan Foundation Toronto has provided support for this competition.
Location: Gendai Gallery, Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre Date: November 14 to 27, 2010 Admission: FreeExhibit Times: Weekdays -11:00am to 4:00pm Weekends -11:30am to 4:30pmOpening and award presentation: Sunday November 14 2010 2:00pm
Issei DayOn Sunday October 3, 2010, the JCCC hosted our annual Issei Day to honour all those that are 70 years old and over. Our new pre-registration system was highly successful – we reached Kobayashi Hall capacity weeks before Issei Day and even had a lengthy waiting list. Not wanting to turn any of the seniors away, some last minute magic transformed the Shokokai Court into a second seating area, complete with a live video feed from Kobayashi Hall so those seated in the court could enjoy the entertainment as well. With over 450 attendees, this made it our biggest Issei Day ever. It is very impressive to see how vibrant our seniors are!!! Over 70% of the guests were age 80 or better and 40 of our guests were 90 years old or better! There was wonderful entertainment provided with odori, karaoke and special performances by JCCC Hula dancers and “Elvis” (by Steve Comilang). We thank all of the performers, the emcee’s Yuki Nakamura and Stan Kayama and also Kunio Suyama, for the emceeing the entertainment portion. At this time we would like to make special acknowledgement to some of the people and groups who have helped make our Issei Day so successful in the present and the past. We extend our appreciation to Mr. Ishii for the bentos – as his small group of volunteers and crew worked for 5 days preparing the food and began early morning filling all the bento boxes. And much appreciation to Mrs. Nishihama who, over the past years, has made the fantastic manju, and to Ohara Ryu for the flowers on the tables. A special mention goes to the NJCA (Nobby Miura and his group of volunteers), who manage the registration tables and help during the event. Much appreciation is also extended to the Consul General of Japan for the generous donation every year of the sake for the 80 years and over attendees. Overall, we extend our deep-felt appreciation to the hard-working committee, staff and all volunteers for a wonderful event.
Top photo - Standing from left: JCCC President Gary Kawaguchi, Kazuo Tanaka (97), Honorable Kathleen Wynne (Minister of Transportation), Consul General Tetsuo Yamashita, Robert Oliphant (MP Don Valley West).Seated: Fumi Kamitakahara (102). Photo courtesy of Kristin Kobayashi.
Photo left - JCCC President Gary Kawaguchi and eldest female attendee Mrs. Fumi Kamitakahara (102). Photo courtesy of Kristin Kobayashi.
A Moving Concert - Frontline for PeaceOn September 24, Dr. Kuwayama brought his powerful multi-media concert “Frontline For Peace” to the Kobayashi Hall. His uplifting message of peace and universal tolerance entertained and moved an audience of over 250 community members.
Dr. Kuwayama in concert. Photo courtesy of Yosh Inouye.
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Sakura Kai 50th Anniversary Recitalby Sakura Kai
The Sakura Kai Japanese dance (odori) group is proudly celebrating its 50th anniversary this year and will have a recital to commemorate this significant milestone. The recital will feature semi-classical odori and folk dances performed by students and teachers. Special guest dancers will be Sakura Kai Alumni, Kirie Sakai from Japan and the Yakudo taiko group. The recital will be held in Kobayashi Hall at the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre on Sunday December 5, 2010 at 2:00pm. Tickets are $15 (please make cheques payable to Sakura Kai) and will be available for purchase through the JCCC 416-441-2345. Please join us in our celebration!
Toronto Buddhist ChurchAnnual Fall Bazaar by The Toronto Buddhist Church
The Toronto Buddhist Church extends an invitation to all to attend the annual Fall Bazaar on Saturday November 13, 2010 from 12:30pm to 4:30pm at 1011 Sheppard Avenue West, one block east of Allen Road. (exit at Downsview subway) Please see website for more info at www.tbc.on.ca or email [email protected]. There will be the usual favourite Japanese goodies for take out as well as a dining area to have a quick bit to eat. Enjoy a hot bowl of udon, a teishoku dinner, or perhaps some tempura? Don’t forget to buy the Annual Benefit Draw raffle tickets and give yourself the chance to win $2,500 or one of the other 10 CASH prizes. Hope to see you there! Please mark this date on your calendars
Sumi-e Brush Painting Exhibitionby the Sumi-e Artists of Canada
Each year the JCCC hosts one of the largest exhibitions of sumi-e painting in Canada. The paintings are contributed by the Sumi-e Artists of Canada, an organization that began over 25 years ago at the JCCC to continue the Japanese tradition of sumi-e painting in Canada. This year's exhibition is called Dancing Brushes. The exhibition will feature a balance of traditional sumi-e painting styles and subjects and more contemporary and expressive paintings. These sumi-e paintings will be a show for anyone interested in art!
Date: Saturday November 13 and Sunday November 14, 2010 Admission: FreeTime: 12:00pm to 5:00pmOpening Ceremony: Saturday November 13 at 1:00pmwww.sumieartistsofcanada.org
Eat & Shop at St. Andrew’s Japanese Anglican Church Bazaar 2010!by The St. Andrew's Japanese Anglican Church
Sit down, relax and eat great delicious Japanese foods (including teishoku) in our convenient dining hall or take out foods and shop for good bargains (sushi, chow mein, mochi, yard sale, white elephant sale) at the Bazaar on Saturday November 6, 2010 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm at the Church on 49 Donlands Ave. (near Danforth Ave.). For more information, phone 416- 461-8399. NOTE: There will be no udon served this year.
Konko Church Udon-festby The Konko Church of Toronto
The Konko Church of Toronto will be holding its annual Udon-fest on Saturday November 27, 2010 from 12:00pm to 3:00pm at 398 Kennedy Road in Scarborough. There will be freshly cooked udon available for eat-in and take-out. Yummy baked goods, sushi, and chowmein dinners will be sold as well, so you can take some delicious treats home with you. For more information, please contact the Konko Church at 416-261-9619.
Okinawan Kenjinkai Christmas Partyby The Toronto Okinawan Kenjinkai
The Toronto Okinawan Kenjinkai welcomes members and their families and friends, and other Okinawans to its annual Christmas party on Saturday December 4, 2010 at the Japanese Gospel Church, 301 SilverStar Blvd.,(off McNicoll) Scarborough from 5 to 10pm. Come and enjoy pot luck,video, karaoke, bingo, children’s games ,great fukubiki. For further information contact Bob Toyama 905-668-5667 or [email protected].
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NOIR Espresso Bar / Caféby NOIR Espresso Bar / Café
Here you have it…a ‘Japanese’ Barista, a ‘French’ name and an ‘Italian’ Espresso machine! Kirby Azuma and his wife Donnetta Galloway are the creators and proud owners of a newly opened Espresso Bar and Café specializing in fair trade, direct trade, organic coffees and loose leaf teas. The fresh interior oozes an elegant Asian theme ‘without the kitsch’ with black granite aplenty, black lacquered Asian furniture and intimate lighting. Exposed brick walls of the heritage building on St. Clair Ave. West near Christie, play backdrop to delicate potted orchids on every table. The Victoria Arduino Adonis Espresso machine, one of 3 in Toronto, sits grandly atop a 300 year old elm altar table from the Qing dynasty. The steam signals each carefully prepared customized Espresso drink be it an Americano, cappuccino, latte, mochaccino, macchiato, café au lait, tea steamer or a pure swig of Espresso with just the right crema…or perhaps an affogato (long shot of Espresso over vanilla bean ice cream)! For the drip coffee lovers NOIR offers two ‘on tap’ at any given time e.g. a smooth, rich Ethiopian or a dark French roast blended just for NOIR. Loose leaf tea afficionados can peruse a beautiful handpicked selection from over 16 flavours, including Matcha! Noir offers food, café style… healthy savouries and exquisite sweets including gluten free snacks, Liberte yogurt with fresh fruit /granola, a cheese plate, potato salad, soups, green tea / ginger ice cream, seasonal apple caramel pie a la mode, pumpkin pie a la whip cream, lemon cream cheese crumble, assorted fresh scones, muffins, cookies, coffee cakes, and squares, to name a few. Enjoy a fresh brewed coffee, a traditional Vietnamese coffee or, a ‘proper pot’ of green tea in a traditional cast iron Japanese tea pot on a tray with its acoutrements including a timer to let you know the right steep! Add a savory samosa with mango chutney or a custom made sandwich such as Tuna with wasabi mayo, wild pink salmon with fresh dill, curried egg salad with the ‘sweet with heat’ mango chutney, chicken salad with spring onion and cranberries, Swiss cheese and ham on a healthy 8 grain bread…to name a few…or perhaps Donnetta’s favourite …vine ripened tomato with mayo, fresh basil, and cracked pepper. For the holiday season approaching Donnetta and Kirby are toying with ideas of Bento boxes filled with mouth watering treats …perhaps a nice afternoon tea with a friend is in order? Visit NOIR coffee and tea and please mention you are a JCCC member. Complimentary Wifi with plugs under each table.
NOIR coffee and teaEspresso Bar / Café701 St. Clair Ave. West
NJCA Yuuai Fund (Friendship Fund) Extends Support to the Sasaki Familyby The Toronto New Japanese Canadian Association
Since its foundation in 1976, the Toronto New Japanese Canadian Association (NJCA) has assisted a wide range of new Japanese Canadians during their struggle in settling down in their new Canadian environment. Recently, a decision was made by the NJCA Board to launch a fund-raising project to assist a family who is going through a very difficult time due to the serious illness of their son. The NJCA’s Yuuai Kikin (Friendship Fund) is ready and is operating as a contact point of this project. The late Mr. Tadao Sasaki made a tremendous contribution as a volunteer stage production artist for the Japanese community’s annual events such as “New Year Entertainment Festival” and “Toronto Kohaku Utagassen (Japanese Song Festival)” until he succumbed to brain tumors in 1991. His wife, Tomoko, continued her volunteer work behind the scenes of various events, as did their son, Yuuta (now age 35), in his student days. Sadly, Yuuta was diagnosed with the very same brain tumors as his father’s 10 years ago, and has been struggling since. Recently, he set hope for and went through a tumorectomy, the only treatment choice left for him. In addition to complete loss of hearing, he suffers from the side effects of compromised cranial nerves. It will take several months of hospitalization before he can start rehabilitation therapy. The emotional and financial difficulty that the family is going through is beyond our imagination. The NJCA is appealing to the general public for support and cooperation for this fund-raising project.
Cheques payable to:Toronto New Japanese Canadian Association (Please write “Sasaki Fund” at the left bottom corner of the cheque.)
Please send cheque to:Toronto New Japanese Canadian Associationc/o JCCC6 Garamond CourtToronto, ON M3C 1Z5
Kendo 1000 Cut Challengeby The Toronto Kendo Club
The Toronto Kendo Club will be celebrating their 30th anniversary with an International Kendo Seminar at the end of July 2011. Top sensei from Japan, Canada and the USA will be invited to lead the seminar and participate in demonstration matches. To raise money for the event, the Toronto Kendo Club will be issuing a 1000 cut challenge. The challenge will take place on December 18, 2010 at 3:00 pm in the Joseph J. Piccininni Centre (1369 St. Clair Ave West). Challengers will gather sponsorship pledges for undertaking the challenge, and on the challenge date, time and location, all challengers will execute their cuts en masse. A shinai will be awarded to all challengers who have collected $300 or more in pledges and have successfully completed the challenge. If you are up to the challenge or want to find out more about it, please e-mail [email protected] or visit our fundraising web site at www.tkc30.com
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DONATIONS TO THE JCCCAs of October 10 2010
The JCCC gratefully acknowledges the following donations:
JCCCAnonymous 35
Kikyo Exhibit Mr. and Mrs. Michael Byrnes 100 Ms. Anne Eto 30 Mr. Mossy Fukumoto 30 Mr. and Mrs. Ross Fukushima 50Mr. Val Giardina 20 Mr. and Mrs. Koji Goto 100 Mrs. Betty Hatanaka & Mr. Ted Aida 50Ms. Tomi Hiraishi 50 Mr. and Mrs. Norman Ibuki 60Mr. and Mrs. Katsu Iguchi 50 Mrs. Sue Kai 25 Mrs. Eiko Kiyonaga 25 Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Lee 100 Mr. Chris MaGee 200
Shinsedai Mr. and Mrs. Robert Marubashi 200
JCCC Family Golf TournamentMr. Richard McDonald 20 Mrs. Frances Nakamura 500
Nakamura Bachan 30th family picnicat Caledon Place-in gratitude to MrGoro Kawaguchi
Mr. and Mrs. Takahiro Nakamura 60Mrs. Linda Nakao 10 Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Nishi 300 Mr. and Mrs. Yukio Ode 200 Mrs. Sakae Ogaki 25 Mr. and Mrs. Harry Okada 100 Mrs. Lucy Saruyama 50 Mrs. Gwenne Sattaur 10 Mr. Kenneth Seki 100 Mr. and Mrs. Barry Shikatani 100 Mrs. Mary Shikatani 25 Mr. and Mrs. Kaz Shikaze 100 Ms. Arlene Sora 50 Mr. and Mrs. Ray Sora Mr. and Mrs. Saburo Takata 20 Mrs. Ruby R. Tanabe 27Ushidoshi Bash 1,300
In appreciation Mr. and Mrs. Tokuo Yano 50 Mrs. Trudy Yoshida 27
Mr. Takehiko Yoshida 3 Frames w/Mat for Issei Day
Mrs. Josie Yoshioka 100 Ms. Mary Audia 50
Shizuko Kadoguchi's 90th birthdayMrs. Maureen McGibbon 100
Mrs Kadoguchi's 90th birthday Rick Nishikawa and Teresa 90
Sue Kadoguchi’s 90th birthday Mr. and Mrs. Peter Wakayama 90
Sue Kadoguchi's 90th birthdayMs. Donna Yoshimatsu 500
Shizuko Kadoguchi's birthday Mrs. Mary Kawasaki 25
Happy 88th to Eiko Kiiyonaga Mrs. Frances Nakamura 25
Happy 88th to Eiko Kiyonaga Mr. and Mrs. Tad Oyagi 90
Matt Otsu's 90th birthday Mr. and Mrs. Fumi Tabata 100
Marie and Sid Ikeda 50th AnniversaryThe Frank Hori Foundation 1,000
Sid & Marie Ikeda's 50th Anniversary
Heritage Nelson Arthur Hyland Foundation 15,000
Japanese Canadian ExperienceConference
Mr. and Mrs. Roy Sato 35Japanese Canadian ExperienceConference
In Memoriam In memory of George Hosaki Mr. and Mrs. Gene Ogino 100 In memory of John Kawagauchi DNR Industries 25 Mrs. Fumi Marubashi 150 Mr. and Mrs. George Nakamura 50 Ms. Christine Okawara 30 In memory of Lily Yuriko Ito Mr and Mrs Carlo Ammendolia 100 Mr. and Mrs. George Nakamura 25 Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Pettigrew 25
In memory of Omi Sakamoto Miyuki Matsushita 50 Ms. Naomi Shiraishi 200 In memory of Taeko Kumamoto Mrs. Catherine Kumamoto 50Mr. and Mrs. Tad Tanabe 25 Mr. and Mrs. Rick Tazumi 30 In memory of Tats & Eileen HaradaMr. and Mrs. Ray Takeuchi 25 In memory of Tatsuo Kikuta Mrs. Toshiko Kikuta 200 In memory of Tom AllenMrs. Hisaye Allen 50 In memory of Yukie Kameoka Mr. and Mrs. Henry Okada 500
Sedai Mr. William Naruse 100
Supporting Members Leader:Mr. and Mrs. Ken Ishii 500 Mr. Masashi Shin 500 Partner:Mr. and Mrs. Ross Fukushima 110Mr. and Mrs. Ted Harada 150 Mr. and Mrs. Sid Ikeda 110Mrs. Joanne Kiyonaga 127Mrs. Yasuko P. Kusano 127Dr. Rick Nishikawa 150 Mr. and Mrs. Tak Nishino 110Mrs. Kaye Oda 127Ms. Louise Okawara 150 Mr. John Onizuka 150 Mrs. Keiko Ono 127Mr. and Mrs. Tad Oyagi 150 Mrs. Jean Yoshiko Seki 127Mr. and Mrs. Ray Takeuchi 110Mrs. Toshie Yokoyama 127
Issei Day donations are greatly appreciated. The individual's name will not be published in the newsletter.
Thank you, JCCC
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2010 New Year’s Eve Dinner & Dance
Door prizes, favours, and fun. Cash BarComplimentary Midnight Champagne
DJ: Ralph Yuan Cocktails: 6:00 p.m.
Dinner: 7:00 p.m.
$ 130 per person(8 or 10 per table)
Dance your way into 2011 on one of Toronto’s fi nest double sprung dance fl oors!
Friday December 31, 2010 Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre
6 Garamond Court, Toronto
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by December 17, 2010
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Saturday January 1, 2011
For seating purposes, please request free children-tickets (under 5)
Last date for ticket sales: Dec 20, 2010
Master Chef Kunio Ishii of Toriichi Catering will once again create a sumptuous start to your New Year.
$65.00 adults, $32.50 children 6-12All prices include taxes and gratuities
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Holiday Chocofest Bake-Off Challenge Sunday December 12, 2010The Holiday Chocofest Bakeoff Challenge is part of Family Anime Day, on which the Japanese animation movie “Chocolate Undergound”(2009) will be shown in the Kobayashi Hall. Enter your scrumptious creation to this Bakeoff Challenge or come and cast a vote for your favorite entry!
Chocolate Bake-Off Criteria
One division: Desserts
Grand Prize: Barberry SOMA tube – a big 20” tube of chocolate with handmade toffee, roasted cocoa nibs, feuilletine, spiked with beautiful barberries – a tangy sweet, lemony berry – courtesy of SOMA Chocolatemaker™.* A Special Prize for Best Presentation and Most Creative Name will also be awarded.
Criteria:All entries must contain chocolate.All entries will be judged anonymously.All entries must be the creation of the entrant.All entries must be made based on a serving size for 10.All entries will be made available to visitors for taste testing. Winner for the Grand Prize will be determined based on votes by visitors. Our guest judges will determine the win-ners for Best Presentation and Most Creative Name. Prizes are awarded at the end of the Fest. Applicants must be present to receive the prize. Individual and group entries are all welcome.For more information, please call the JCCC on 416-441-2345.Applications must be received by Friday, December 3, 2010.Entries must be dropped off in the Kobayashi Hall between 11:00am and 12:00pm on Sunday December 12, 2010.In order to complete your application, this form must be returned to the Japanese Canadian Cultural Cen-tre by Friday December 3, 2010
Bake-off Registration Form
Entrant’s Name:
Phone: Email:
Name of Entry:
Please attached on a separate sheet a list of ALL ingredients used. Entries without a list of ingredients will not be considered for the Challenge.
Signature: Date:
6 Garamond Court, Toronto, Ontario M3C 1Z5 416 441 2345 fax: 416 441 2347 www.jccc.on.ca
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ホリデーチョコフェスト・デザートコンテスト２０１０年１２月１２日(日）アニメ映画「チョコレート・アンダーグラウンド」(２００９年）を上映するファミリーアニメデーの一環として行われるデザートコンテスト！あなたのオリジナルのチョコレートデザートを出品してみませんか？
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大賞：バーベリーＳＯＭＡ チューブ －手作りトフィーとローストココア入りのチョコレートにバーベリー（ピリッとした甘みのある、レモンのようなベリー）を加えた、SOMA Chocolatemakerオリジナルのチョコチューブ。特別賞として、ベストプレゼンテーション賞、ベストクリエイティブネーム賞もあります。
規準：作品はチョコレートを使ったものであること。作品は匿名で審査されます。作品は参加者が創作したものであること。作品は10人に出せる大きさであること。作品は来場者が試食できるものであること。大賞は来場者の投票で決定されます。ベストプレゼンテーション賞、ベストクリエイティブネーム賞はゲスト審査員が決定します。表彰は催しの最後に行いますので、受賞者は最後まで残って下さる方に限ります。個人、グループの参加大歓迎です。詳しくはＪＣＣＣ416-441-2345までお問い合わせください。登録の締め切りは2010年12月3日金曜日です。作品は12月12日日曜日の午前11時から正午までの間に会館小林ホールまでお持ちになって下さい。
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