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English Edition

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Visit our website atwww.nic-nagoya.or.jp or call us at 052-581-0100

Hand-Launched Fireworks (Tezutsu Hanabi). A launcher revolves on a platform in thisslow shutter capture of the Toyohashi Fire Festival. Page 6 for details.Photo courtesy of Toyohashi Fire Festival Executive Committee


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Development Training for Supporters of ForeignStudents and Children (available in Japanese only)A training program for supporters, carers and teachers of foreignstudents and children which aims to equip people withfundamental knowledge through workshops and lectures. Learnhow to assist children with their studies and also how to be asource of emotional and mental support through the use oftechniques utilised by social workers. The first introductoryopening session will be free, and will present information aboutthe current state of foreign childrens education in Japan.When: Choose between 3 introductory sessions and 6 hands onsessions held between Sunday, September 22 and Saturday,February 22.Where: NIC 5F #1 Conference RoomCost: Introductory course 1500 Yen. Hands on course 3800 Yen.Reservations are required. Applications are open from August 23to September 7. Phone 052-581-5689 or [email protected]

NIC Japanese Class for Adults NICFor non-native speakers of Japanese, up to 15-20 places available.In the event of excess applications, places will be allocated bylottery. A range of courses are available from conversation to kanji.A great opportunity to brush up or learn some new skills. See thewebsite for more info at www.nic-nagoya.or.jp/nihongonokai.When: 11 lessons every Sunday from September 15 toNovember 24Where: Nagoya International CenterCost: 2,500 Yen total, plus 500-1,000 Yen for course materials.How to Apply: Apply on Sunday, September 8 at NIC 5FConference Room #1,between 11:30 - 12:00. Payments will beaccepted from 12:45.

NIC Japanese Class for ChildrenFor non-native speakers of Japanese who were born between April

2 1998 and April 1 2007. Maximum of 50 places. In the event ofexcess applications, places will be allocated by lottery. Studentswill learn Japanese skills necessary for school and daily life. A greatopportunity to learn and improve existing skills with practicalJapanese.When: 11 lessons every Sunday from September 15 toNovember 24 10:00-11:30.Where: Nagoya International CenterCost: 1,000 Yen total, plus 500-1,000 Yen for course materials.How to Apply: Apply on Sunday, September 8 at NIC 4F LectureRoom #3, between 9:45 - 10:15. Payments will be accepted from10:45.

Seeking Volunteers for "Children's Story BookTime" Get children interested in foreign culture and show them thatreading IS fun! The Nagoya International Center is looking forvolunteers who want to read children's books at our "Children'sStory Book Time" which is held every second and fourth Sunday inthe Nagoya International Center Library. We are currently lookingfor American, Australian and Italian volunteers in particular thisround, but all nationalities are welcome to apply.For further information, please call 052-581-0100 or [email protected] or enquire at the Nagoya InternationalCenter 3F Information Counter.

Nagoya International Center NewsNagoya International Center Services - Visit or call the NIC 3F for more information - 052-581-0100

The Nagoya International Center is a 7-minute walk or a 2-minute subway ride from Nagoya Station.Kokusai Center Station, on the Sakura-dori Subway Line, is linked to the Nagoya International Center at the basement level. The Nagoya International Center libraryand information counter areopen 09:00 - 19:00

Closed on Mondays, December 29 - January 3, & the second Sundays of August & February. Car-parking is also available at the Center and in the immediate vicinity.

Information Counter

Information service for foreign residents on daily life andsightseeing in Japan available in 8 foreign languages. Japanese& English is available Tuesday to Sunday (09:00 - 19:00).Reservations not required. See our website for service times inother languages.Tel: 052-581-0100 E-mail [email protected]

Free Personal CounselingNative English-speaking counselors are available onSunday by appointment only to provide support toforeign residents who have difficulties with their lives inJapan. To arrange a counseling session call the NIC 3F InfoCounter at 052-581-0100.

Free Legal ConsultationsFree Legal Consultations with a certified lawyer available onSaturdays 10:00 - 12:30 by reservation only. To make anappointment, please leave your name & phone number on theanswering machine at 052-581-6111. A counseling supportstaff member will call you back at a later date to schedule anappointment with you.

Free Civic Advisory Service for Foreign Residents Information & advice in English for foreign residents on anything related to govern-ment administration such as labour laws, immigration, divorce, & taxation. Phone

or visit us Tuesday to Saturday 10:00 - 12:00 & 13:00 - 17:00 (except nationalholidays). Reservations not required.Tel: 052-581-0100. See our website for service times in other languages.

Free Counseling Service for Refugees and Asylum SeekersRHQ

The Kobe-based Refugee Assistance Headquarters (RHQ) provides a confidentialcounseling service for refugees, convention refugees, their family members, andasylum seekers in English and Japanese on every Thursday of the month (10:00- 16:00) at the NIC 3F Info Counter. Reservations are required. For moreinformation call RHQ at 078-361-1700 (website www.rhq.gr.jp/english).

The NIC LibraryOver 10,000 English language books including travel guides, popular manga,non-fiction, fiction, childrens books, and Japanese study guides. Borrow up to 6books for a period of 14 days! Membership is free and open to everyone residentin the Chubu Area. A form of ID that shows your current address is required.Children can also get cards!

Nagoya International Center Events - Please note all prices, dates, times, and locations are subject to change -

Daily Living Information

When youre in a disaster situation and you have to make do with what youhave in your emergency survival kit, you may need to get creative. In the comingmonths, well be presenting a series of interesting recipes you can use in thesesituations, which make good use of canned and packaged long life foods.

Last month, we shared an easy to prepare potato salad dish using potatosnacks, mayonnaise and corn with some water.

In this months issue, we present a quick and easy corn risotto recipe.

Utensils: Pot

Ingredients: Instant rice, rice balls or rice 3 cups. 1 can of tuna or cornedbeef. 2 sachets of corn soup stock. 300ml of water. Cheese, parsley etc to taste.

How to make it:1) Place the rice, water and tuna or corned beef can into the pot and heat.

Turn off the heat once it boils and add the corn soup stock and simmer ona low flame.

2) Continue to stir and when the rice has softened, add cheese/parsley to tasteand serve.

A nice hot meal to soothe the heart and soul in tough times. An ideal wayto turn your cold rice balls into a hot meal.

Recipe & Photos courtesy of The Aichi Dietetic Association

Quick and Nutritious Food During a DisasterCorn Risotto

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Photos courtesy of CJIS - Works and Artists from FAE 27

Childrens Story Book TimeCome and share in the fun at the Nagoya International Center 3F Library& listen to foreign volunteers as they read a selection of books in theirnative language from the library's vast collection of children's storybooks. All are welcome! Participation is free!Upcoming ScheduleSunday, September 8 (14:00 - 14:30) in EnglishSunday, September 22 (14:00 - 14:30) in Filipino &English

NICs Classroom for Global Citizens Program Needs YOU!NIC - !Want to help us to create a globally aware Nagoya? As part of itsinternational understanding education program, NICs Classroom forGlobal Citizens program is looking for foreign instructors to visitschools and local organizations and introduce their home countries. Weare looking for instructors who are able to communicate in Japanese,who are available during the day time. Successful applicants will beasked to attend training on Saturday, September 21 (10:00 - 12:00).Compensation: 6000 to 8000 Yen per assignment depending on thelocation destination (income tax and commuting costs are included).Applications and inquiries should be addressed to the Exchange &Cooperation Division - Classroom for Global Citizens Program byFriday, September 13 (17:00).Tel:052-581-5691, Email: [email protected]

Aichi University Campus Tour The NIC is running a free tour of Aichi University on Sunday, September29. Participants will be guided by a current student of the university andwill be able to talk to other students and faculty members about thescholarship program, admission, campus life and future prospects.English, Spanish, Portuguese, Filipino and Chinese interpreters areavailable by reservation. The tour is free but limited to 30 places. Applyat the NIC 3F info counter or call 052-581-0100

Language Courses at the International Student Center

Course applications will be accepted from September 1 to September20. To apply, send your details through our contact form online athttp://bit.ly/autumn-courses or send a reply paid postcard to 2-2-29Koei, Minato-ku, Nagoya 455-0015. For info on how to send a replypaid postcard, see www.bit.ly/ofukuhagaki Korean for Beginners

When:every Wednesday, October 16 toDecember 4 (18:30 - 20:00).Course Cost: 3000 Yen (8 lessons); text is extra.

Chinese for Beginners When: every Friday, October 18 to December 6 (18:30 - 20:00).Course Cost: 3000 Yen (8 lessons); text is extra.

FAE 28 - The Foreign Artists Exhibition - Artists Wanted!28 The long-running Nagoya Foreign Artists Exhibition will be held fromDecember 3 to 8 at the Nagoya International Center. Organized by theCentral Japan International Society (CJIS), with support from the NagoyaInternational Center (NIC) this ever-popular show continues to attract adiverse range of artists.If you are a potter, painter, sculptor, watercolorist, photographer,printer or are involved in any other kind of creative art form, then thisexhibition presents an excellent opportunity for you to display yourartwork, exhibited alongside other local foreign artists from a widerange of countries. We are especially interested in finding artists whohave yet to exhibit in this long running show.

To receive guidelines and application forms please fax 052-774-0483 ordownload them in a printer friendly PDF format from the NagoyaInternational Center website www.nic-nagoya.or.jp/fae. Please notethat FAE 27 participants will receive an application form automatically.The application deadline is November 25.


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KICA Essay Contest KICA The Kyoto International Cultural Associations (KICA) 36th Essay

Contest is open for entries. This years theme is Japan and the

World Ive seen. KICA is pleased to present this opportunity for

specialists and non-specialists alike to describe their personal

experiences in Japan or to compare Japanese society, culture,

economics and politics to those of their home countries. The

contest is open to people whose mother language is notJapanese, and the essay must be presented in Japanese.

Contestants must also be available to give an oral presentation

on Sunday, 17 November in Kyoto if selected. All entries must

be received by Monday, September 30. The grand prize is

70,000 Yen with a 2nd place prize of 30,000 Yen (4 winners).

See the KICA website for full details http://kicainc.jp

The 6th Book Gift Contest in Tokyo/ Kansai/Nagoya Sponsored by the Jodo Shu Peace Association, and in the

interests of supporting exchange students in Japan, this contest

aims to return the favour to foreign students who contribute

to Japan in various ways through their knowledge and culture.

The contest awards the prize to 80 individuals (30 in Tokyo, 20 in

Kansai and 30 in Nagoya) and awards successful entrants up to 4

books with a total value of up to 10,000 Yen.

To enter, a short essay must be written by hand in Japanese on a

supplied form which can be downloaded from http://jpa.jodo.or.jp

or picked up from the pamphlet box area at NIC 3F. Essays must

be sent in between September 1 and September 30. The

subject of the essay is, Things Im

glad I learnt in Japan. Winners must be present for the prize

presentation on Sunday, December 22 (for Nagoya entrants).

Suzuka Balloon Festival 20132013

The 2013 Suzuka Balloon Festival is on Saturday, September 14

to Monday, September 16

in Suzuka City, Mie. It

features daily flights

(Sep 14 - 6:20 &

14:30, Sep 15 - 6:15

& 14:30, Sep 16 -

6:15) and a balloon

illusion light and sound

show at the Suzuka

Circuit on Sunday,

September 15 from

19:00 to 19:40. Times

may vary depending upon weather conditions. Full details are

available (in Japanese) at www.suzukaballoon.com.

Star Gazing at the Science Museum Following a brief talk at the planetarium you will proceed to the

rooftops main telescope and various other telescopes to observe

the nights recommended celestial scenery.When: Saturday, October 12 (18:15 - 20:30)Where: Rooftop observatory, Nagoya City Science Museum

Participation: Adults 700 Yen, school-age children 300 Yen.

Numbers are limited to 250 participants. To apply, send a

reply-paid post card to 460-0008 Nagoya, Naka Ku, Sakae

2-17-1, Nagoya City Science Museum to arrive by Saturday,

September 21; on the reverse write: "October 12 - Stars" and

include the number of adults & children in your group. See

www.bit.ly/ofukuhagaki to find out how to write a reply-paid

postcard.

Kusamakura Haiku Contest Haiku are short, image-based poems about the things that make people feel

connected to nature. English haiku do not adhere to the strict syllable count

found in Japanese haiku, and typical English haiku have three lines of up to

17 syllables. Kumamoto's annual international haiku competition is open to

all non-native Japanese speakers and participation is free. Entries can be

submitted by post or through the competition website by September 10

(postmarked no later than this day). You can submit up to 2 pieces of Haiku,but they must be unpublished works. The grand prize is 50,000 Yen with

second (8 winners) and third place (20 winners) prizes also awarded. Works

may be submitted by mail or through the homepage. See the website for full

details and guidelines http://kusamakura-haiku.jp

Bunraku Traditional Japanese Puppet Theatre

Bunraku is a traditional form of Japanese puppet theatre where a narrator,

shamisen and puppet come together for a combined performance. The

narration, the sound of the shamisen, along with three puppets, present a

complex drama to the audience.

When: Thu, October 3 at 14:00

and 18:30. Fri, October 4 at 11:00

and 15:30Where: Nagoya City Performing

Arts CenterAccess: A 3 minute walk from

Subway Shinsakaemachi Station,

Higashiyama line.

Cost: 1F seats, 4,200 Yen. 2F

seats, 2,500 Yen. Tickets can be purchased from the Nagoya City Cultural

Promotion Agency Ticket Guide at 8F Nadia Park (Tel. 052-249-9387).

Nagoya Philharmonics 406th Subscription Concert406

Tadaaki OTAKA, Conductor. Dai MIYATA, Cello. "Air & Water scenes of

the ocean under night sky ". J. Anderson The Crazed Moon. T. Takemitsu

Orion and Pleiades. C. Debussy Prlude L'aprs-midi d'un faune. C.

Debussy La Mer, Three Symphonic Sketches for Orchestra.When: Friday, October 11 (18:45) & Saturday, October 12 (16:00)Where: Aichi Prefectural Art Theater Concert Hall

Access: Connected at the basement level to Oasis 21 and Sakae Subway

Station.Tickets: 1,000 Yen to 7,000 Yen. For audience up to the age of 24,only

same day tickets are available.

Nagoya Philharmonic Orchestra Salon Concert

The Nagoya Philharmonic Orchestra presents this Salon Concert

featuring Naoko ISHIBASHI (Viola). Entry is free.When: Thursday, October 10 at 18:30.

Where: Nagoya City Music Plaza 1F Music SalonAccess: A 6 minute walk from Kanayama stn or an 8 minute walk from

Higashibetsuin stn.

Cost: Free

Tokai Eco Festa 6Learn how to best re-use and recycle old items and clothes in this age of mass

production & mass consumption. Attractions include around 130 handicraft

& art booths, activity workshops, eco & environmental recycle booths, stage

performances, and around 30 food and refreshment stalls (using local

produce).

When: Saturday, September 21 & Sunday, September 22 (10:00 - 16:30)Admission: FreeWhere: Lawn area in Moricoro Park

In and Around Nagoya - Please note all prices, dates, times, and locations are subject to change - In and Around Nagoya - Please note all prices, dates, times, and locations are subject to change -

Events in SeptemberSee below for a variety of events in and around Nagoya this September. Literary Contests, Theater, Music and more!

Events in SeptemberSee below for a variety of events in and around Nagoya this September. Literary Contests, Theater, Music and more!

Special Purpose Vehicles Exhibition

Six special purpose vehicles including a police patrol car, a road service

vehicle, and tractors will be on display in a special exhibition throughout

the summer; a great opportunity for children to climb aboard and explore

the vehicles. The ticket price includes admission to the museums

permanent exhibition.

When: Until Monday, September 23 (09:30 - 17:00); closed onMondays (except 9/16 and 9/23). Closed on 9/17.Where: Toyota Automobile Museum 2F Special Exhibition Room

, Nagakute City.Access: A 5 minute walk from Geidai-dori Station on the Linimo Line.Admission: Adults 1000 Yen, over 65s 500 Yen, JH & HS students 600

Yen, elementary students 400 Yen (Free until Sep 1). The museum also has

over 140 historic cars from around the World on permanent display. Tour

the museum at your own pace using a multi-lingual touch-screen audio

guide; costs 200 Yen, available in Japanese, English, Chinese, and Korean.

Craftsmanship of Owari Nagoya Exhibition

In almost every product we use, exists the skill of a craftsman. As robots

and machines dominate the manufacturing industry, we lose the warmth

that comes standard with the work of a true artisan. There is something

about the creativity and skill of a craftsman for which there is no

substitute. There is a certain quality which craftsmen put into their work,

which breathes life into the utilized materials. This exhibition aims to

widen the understanding of these skills and qualities and its important

role in our lives through the presentation of Owari Nagoya craftsmanship.

Through a deeper understanding we can have a greater respect towards

the skills which reside in our surroundings.When: Friday, September 27 to Sunday, September 29 from 10:00 to

18:00 (17:45 on the last day).

Where: Oasis 21, Galaxy Platform and NHK Nagoya

Broadcasting Center Bldg, Plaza Wave 21

Access: A short walk from Sakae Subway Station.Cost: Free Entry

Owari Antique Pottery Exhibition

The Nagoya City Museum proudly presents this collection of antique

pottery from Owari which spans from the 8 th to 15th century, exhibiting

the advancements over time. With a section of the display being available

for touching and feeling the pottery for yourself so you can feel the

different textures, weights and qualities and learn more about these

exquisite items.When: Saturday, September 14

to Monday (pub. hol.), October

14. Closed on Mondays and every

4th Tuesday. If the Monday falls on

a pub. hol. the following weekday

will be closed. Open from 9:30 to17:00, last entry 16:30.Where: The Nagoya City Museum

Access: A short walk south

(approx. 5 min) from Subway

Sakurayama Station on the

Sakuradori line.

Cost: 300 (250) Yen for adults,

200 (150) Yen for Senior HS and

Univ. Students and free for

elementary and Junior HS students

and below. Prices in brackets are

for groups of 30 or more.

Nagoyameshi Expo 20132013Whats the best restaurant for local food in Nagoya? You can helpdecide by taking part in the Nagoyameshi Expo! There are 270participating restaurants throughout Nagoya City serving Nagoyarecipes such as hitsumabushi, miso katsu, tebasaki, kishimen, ankakespaghetti, and tenmusu. One restaurant out of forty four contenderswill be chosen by vote as Best of Nagoya grand prize. Chooserestaurants from the list, order from their selected exposition dishes,

and vote with your taste buds! The exposition runs from Friday,September 27 to Monday, November 11. Exposition tickets have aface value of 600 Yen, but are sold in sheets of two or five. Purchasingfive sheets gives you a 100 Yen discount (2,900 Yen) and are availablefrom the Kanayama Station, Nagoya Station, and Oasis 21 touristinformation centers and city hotels, as well as from participatingrestaurants, and via Ticket PIA from Circle K and Sunkus, Seven Eleven, &Ticket Pia.A map ofparticipatingrestaurants isavailable at thetourist informationcenters atKanayama Stationand Oasis 21 inSakae. Follow theevent on Facebook - www.facebook.com/758meshi

Komakiyama Takigi Noh TheaterSee traditional outdoor Noh theater, performed in a bonfire torch lit space.A must see for people who would like to experience this ancient Japaneseperforming art. Noh is a traditional form of masked drama that has been

performed since the 14th

century. Many plays have just two characters,and musical accompaniment is provided only by a flutist, severaldrummers, and a chorus. The festival will reproduce the mysterious beautyof Noh, among the remnants of Oda Nobunagas ancient fortifications.English Earphone guidance will be provided for foreigners (reservationsrequired). Entry is free.When: Saturday,September 21. Gate opens at 16:00 and the openingperformance (Shimai) starts at 17:00. Performance commences at 18:00.In the event of rain, performance will be moved to the Civic Center, andin the case of rain during the performance, will be cancelled.Where: Komakiyama Shiseki Park (Komakiyama Historic Park)Access: A 15 minute walk from Komaki Station on the Meitetsu KomakiLine.Cost: Free entry. Reservations are required for the English EarphoneGuidance (maximum 30 people) service and is also free of charge. Toreserve, please e-mail your name, address and phone number [email protected] or call 090-8072-2817

Setomono MatsuriThis popular and long-running festival offers a great chance to purchasesome authentic setomono ceramics at cheap prices, and have a go atdecorating your own setomono. On Saturday, September 14 (19:10 19:50) there will be a fireworks display; in the event of rain, fireworks will

be on September 15 (18:30 19:00). There is also the Miss SetomonoParade on September 14 (15:00 16:00).When:Saturday,September 14 (09:00 20:00) & September15 (9:00 19:00)Where: In front of Owari Seto Station and along the Seto River.Access: A 1 minute walk from the Meitetsu Seto Lines Owari Seto StationAdmission:Free

Orchids A Fragrant and Burning Beauty

This is the only exhibition where youll see the DendrobiumPhalaenopsis Nagoya & Singapore in all of Japan. See them hangingwith beautiful lanterns made with Japanese paper (washi). Also see thedahlia, rose and cosmos matsuri (from Sep. 12).When: Thursday, September 5 to Tuesday, October 29Where: Ran no Yakata (), Nagoya Naka-ku, Osu 4 chomeAccess: Approximately a 3 minute walk from Subway Yabacho Stationexit 4 or about a 5 minute walk from Subway Kamimaezu station exit 1.

Photo by Aoki Shinji

Photo courtesy of the Suzuka Balloon Festival Jikko IinkaiJimukyoku

PhotocourtesyofNagoyaCityMuseum

Photo courtesy of Nagoya Convention & Visitors Bureau


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September Highlights - Please note all prices, dates, times, and locations are subject to change - September Highlights - Please note all prices, dates, times, and locations are subject to change -

Nagoya Reptiles World 2013 Japan's largest reptile event. Snakes, chameleons, lizards, turtles,and a few amphibians as well. If youre a reptile lover, you wont bedisappointed. There are tiny little turtles, colourful snakes and

frogs, the list is endless! The event features a guidance lecture byspecial guest speaker Mutsugoro for pet owners, petting corner,and sales booths. This year, the space has been extended and alsoincludes new eating and rest areas.

When: Saturday, September 28 (10:00 - 17:00) & Sunday,September 29 (10:00 - 16:30)Where: Fukiage HallAccess: A 5 minute walk from Fukiage Subway Station, exit 5.

Admission: Adults 1,200 (1,000) Yen, elementary school children700 (500) Yen. Prices in brackets are for advance ticket purchases.FREE entry for children under elementary school age. Ticketsavailable nationwide with P-code 988-255 at Circle K and Sunkusstores.

The 18th Toyohashi Fire Festival 18The display of "Tezutsu" fireworks in "Hono no Mai" isthe climax of the "Fire Festival". The "Tezutsu" fireworks

are hand-made, hand launched fireworks that send anamazing pillar of flame directly over the person wholaunches it. Hand launched fireworks of this scale (20m)can't be found anywhere else. Each "Tezutsu" fireworkis crafted and launched by a single person; a difficult and

time consuming process. Besides the "Tezutsu"fireworks, you can enjoy various fireworks such as

"Ohzutsu", "Randama", "Tsunabi", "Hanataba" and"Star Mine". There will also be temporary shops and

traditional "Wadaiko", or Japanese drums, at the stage,so the site is full of people and a lot of fun all day long.

When: Saturday, 14th September (in the event of rain,

postponed until the following day). Hono no Maiopens at 17:00 and performances start at 18:00 andfinish at 20:30.

Where: All over the Toyohashi baseball ground and Toyohashi Kouen in Toyohashi city, Aichi.

Tickets: Tickets are required for entry to the Hono no Mai fire dance. They range between 500 and 4,000 Yen and there are outfieldtickets available for 500 and 1,000 Yen on the day. Advance tickets can be purchased from Circle K, Sunkus and Seven Eleven using P-code624-043 or through the Ticket Pia website. Tickets are on sale Aug. 6 ~ Sep. 6 and Sep. 9 ~ Sep. 13. On-the-day tickets can be purchasedbetween 9:30 and 20:00 at the Toyohashi Park Ticket Office.

Access: Get off at JR or Meitetsu Toyohashi Station and take the Toyohashi-tetsudo tram to Toyohashi Koen Mae Station. From there its

a 3 minute walk.

Brio Exhibition Brio, the much loved wooden toy company startedin 1884 in the city of Osby in Southern Sweden.The founder, Ivar Bengtsson, originally began by

making wooden baskets. From there, they movedinto making wooden toys for children. Their goal

was to make toys that promote the use ofimagination for the child during playtime and theybecame dear to many children. The toys also havea timeless quality, and is evident in their continuing

success using classic designs. Brio toys, are evenadored by the Royal Family of Sweden!Eighty eight precious exhibits have been carefullytransported over from the Brio Museum in Sweden

for this exhibition where youll be able to see notonly the history of this company, but also have theopportunity to play with some of the newer toys ina play corner.

When: Until Sunday, September 29. Closed days are 2, 9, 17, 24 September.Where: The World Childrens Art Museum in Okazaki

Access: Approximately five minutes by taxi from Miai Station, Meitetsu Nagoya Line. If youre going by car (approximately 50 minutes fromNagoya), there is a map available at http://www.city.okazaki.aichi.jp/menu12707.html

Art Aquarium Exhibition In 2012 in Summer in Tokyo, at Nihonbashi, in only the space ofabout one month, over 200,000 people came into contact with the

legendary Art Aquarium. This summer, Nagoya will be home tothis amazing exhibition. The theme of this exhibition is Nagoya The Elegance of Goldfish.In this exhibition, using the latest techniques combined with a fusionof light and imagery, the artist brings you these mesmerizing wa

motif fish enclosures.From the humble goldfish, to highly exotic varieties, they can all be

found performing for you in these gigantic aquariums. The fishbecome performers in these specially made tanks as they form part

of this living recital contest.

The master of this Art Aquarium Hidetomo Kimura, arousesthe senses to transport you to the season and experience

coolness and the Japanese aesthetics known as Nihon no bi().

When: Until Tuesday, October 1. Open every day.

Where: Telepia Hall in Higashi WardAccess: Approximately a 5 minute walk from Sakae Station Exit4A. Alternatively, a 5 minute walk from Takaoka Station(Sakuradori Line).

Cost: 1,000 Yen for adults, 800 Yen for students (from elementary to

senior H.S.). 1,800 Yen for pair tickets. Free entry for children underschool age. Tickets are available from Circle K and Sunkus stores atthe in-store electronic ticket machine Karuwaza Station.

"Classic Rail". Photo courtesy of Brio

Photo courtesy of Toyohashi Fire Festival Executive Committee

Oiran

Byoburium

Photo: Courtesy of the Nagoya Reptiles World 2013 Organizing Committee


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Japanese LanguageSchool

Free trial lesson (30mins)Until Sep. 28th

(Reservation necessary)

NPO International Cross Culture Promotion Center

TEL 080-1559-9744 E-MAIL [email protected]://www.kokusai1.org/jls.htmlClassroom location Aichi NPO Exchange Plaza.

LessonCourseBasicIntermediateAdvanced

JLPTConversationKanji etc.

Open Classes

Simplifying your apartment search in Nagoya

We are licensed real estate transaction specialists whocan serve you in English.

Please feel free to contact us!!

RISE PROPERTYReal estate agency

Tel 052-262-3208Email: [email protected]

Tues. 9:15~10:45

Thur. 9:15~10:45

Sun.9:15~10:45

Morning

Tues.13:30~15:00

Sat.13:30~15:00

Afternoon

Wed.19:00~20:30

Fri.19:00~20:30

Evening

#3 (NHK)Everyday @ 19:00--19:30/ News7

Mon-Fri @ 21:00--22:00 / News Watch9Tue @ 24:40--25:40 / The gree3Sun @ 23:00--24:00/ Dong Yi

#2(NHK Education)Wed @ 19:25--19:50/ VICTORiOUS

Sat @ 8:35--9:00 / Curious GeorgeSat @ 18:25--18:50 / i Carly(Encore broadcast)Sat @ 19:00--19:44 / ChikyuDramatic(Except 9/7)

[Repeat :Mon@0:00--0:44]

NHK BS1Mon-Sat @ 7:00--7:50 / World wave MorningMon-Fri @ 22:00--22:50/ Worldwave Tonight(Except9/16)

NHK BS PremiumWed @ 23:45--24:30 / PrisonBreak Season1(End 9/4)Thu @ 17:00--17:45 / MOONLIGHTING(End9/516:00)Thu @ 23:15--23:40 / DESPERATEHOUSEWIVES Season8

(End 9/5)Thu @ 23:15--24:00 /ONCE UPONA TIME(Start 9/19)Sat @ 8:30--9:30/ Dong Yi (Encore broadcast)

Sun @ 21:00--22:00/ The Kings Doctor

#6 (Nagoya TV)Mon @ 25:59--26:54 /Drop Dead Diva

2@21:00-BSP- 2010

3@13:00-BSP- 1957

4@13:00-BSP- 1997

6@21:30-#4- X-MEN ORIGINS: WOLVERINEX-MEN ZERO 2009

8@13:00-#10-THE ROOKIE1990

9@21:00-BSP- 2004

10@13:00-BSP- 1980

11@13:00-BSP- 1956

13@23:45-BSP- 2007

14@20:00-BSP- 2003

15@13:00-#10-S.W.A.TS.W.A.T 2003

16@21:00-BSP- NEXT2007

17@13:00-BSP- 1998

18@13:00-BSP- 1954

20@13:00-BSP- 2003

24@13:00-BSP- 1999

25@13:00-BSP- 1958

27@13:00-BSP- 1995

30@21:00-BSP- 2004

In and Around Nagoya - Please note all prices, dates, times, and locations are subject to change -Entertainment Calendar

STAR TREK INTO DARKNESS Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto;dir. J.J. Abrams Thru Sept.249

UNE ESTONIENNE A PARIS Jeanne Moreau, Laine Magi;dir. Ilmar Raag Until Sept.207

MAN OF STEEL Henry Cavill, Amy Adams;dir. Zack Snyder Until Sept.23249

SIDE EFFECTS Jude Law, Rooney Mara;dir. Steven SoderberghFrom Sept.69

THE WOLVERINE :SAMURAIHugh Jackman, Hiroyuki Sanada;dir. James MangoldFromSept.13249

HYDE PARK ON HUDSON Bill Murray, Laura Linney;dir. Roger MichellFrom Sept.135

ELYSIUM Matt Damon, Jodie Foster;dir. Neill Blomkamp From Sept.2029

DESPICABLE ME 2 Steve Carell, Kristen Wiig;dir. Pierre Coffin, Chris Renaud-From Sept.2149

WARM BODIES Nicholas Hoult, Teresa Palmer;dir. Jonathan Levine FromSept.216

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Piago

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HirokojiDoriHirokojiDori

ChikusaPost OfficeChikusaPost Office

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MeitetsuNew GrandHotel

NakamuraPolice Station

Hirokoji-DoriHirokoji-Dori

MidlandSquare

CenturyToyotaBldg.

KankoHotelKankoHotel

HiltonHotelHiltonHotel

Movies on TV

Movie Theatre Schedule

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Nagoya Station, FUSHIMI AREAA

1.PICCADILLY................................ (052)551-5461%$2.MIDLAND SQUARE CINEMA................................ (052)527-8808$3.CINEMA SKHOLE................................ (052)452-6036$4.109 CINEMAS................................ (052)541-3109#5.MILLION MOVIE THEATER................................ (052)212-2437%$

SAKAE,SHIN-SAKAE, YABA-CHOAREAB6.CENTURY CINEMA................................ (052)264-8580%$7.Meien CINE SALON 1-2................................ (052)931-1701$

IMAIKE AREAC8.NAGOYA CINEMATHEQUE................................ (052)733-3959$

MINATO AREAD

9.TOHO CINEMAS NAGOYA BAY CITY................................ (052)659-0111%#

Admission discount services:%: Foreign students

(Must present alien registration cardand student ID)

#: Women 1,000 on Wednesdays

$: Women 1,000 on Thursdays

Listed below are English language movies being shown in Nagoya theaters. Listings are subject to change. Movies are usually shown in their original language with Japanese subtitles; someshowings may be dubbed in Japanese for younger audiences. Numbers in < > after the movie listing correspond to the above location guide.

TV-Regular BilingualBroadcasts

NagoyaRacetrack

NagoyaRacetrack

Meishu-choMeishu-choRoute 23Route 23AeonMall

RingRoad

RingRoad

NakagawaCanal

NakagawaCanal

Tokai-DoriTokai-Dori

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Hirokoji DoriHirokoji Dori

MarueiMaruei MitsukoshiMitsukoshi

MatsuzakayaMatsuzakaya

ParcoParco

NagoyaTokyuHotel

Route41

Route41

Hotel com'sNagoya

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Free Guided Tour of Nagoya The Aichi Goodwill Guides Network (AGGN) offer free English-speaking tours of sightseeing spots around Nagoya. No

guide fees are required for all tours, but as for Private Tours, all entrance fees, transportation, food and drink costs for the

guides during the tour will be paid by the person(s) requesting guide service. For further info & reservations contact the

AGGN at [email protected] or 0561-75-6977 (Tel & Fax)

Regular Tour (no reservations needed): Tours of Nagoya Castle depart every Saturday and Wednesday at 13:30 from

the East Gate of Nagoya Castle. Entrance fee 500 Yen.

Private Tours (reservations are required at least 7 days in advance):The Toyota Commemorative Museum of Industry and

Technology (2 hour tour), Atsuta Jingu Shrine - a place full of mythology (1.5 hour tour), Osu shopping arcade - the most

exciting spot in Nagoya (2 hour tour), Arimatsu - hometown of tie-dyeing (2 hour tour), Shirotori Garden (1 hour tour),

Cultural Path, Nagoyas historical residential district (2 hour tour), Tokugawa Art Museum & Tokugawaen (3 hour tour).

NAGOYA SHAKE OUT Earthquake Drill - DROP, COVER, HOLD ON! ()Japan is well known for its earthquake and disaster training and preparedness. Many visitors in Japan come from countries where earthquakesare not such a common occurrence, and may find themselves insufficiently prepared in the event of a disaster. It is said that a large earthquakeis due in the Tokai region, yet no one knows exactly when it will strike. The best we can do is to be prepared through regular training anddiscussion. SHAKE OUT is an earthquake drill program which was born in California five years ago and has spread throughout the world withgreat success. Its a great opportunity for individuals and organisations to familiarize themselves with their surroundings as well as physicallygoing through the motions required for earthquake response. More info available at http://hisaya-oodori.jp/bousai/ and further info in Englishcan be found at http://www.dropcoverholdon.org/. (independent shake out website)When: Wednesday,September 11, 14:00 Where: Wherever you are at 14:00! Cost: Free What do I do? DROP, COVER and HOLD ON! (getdown, get under a table or desk, and hold on to something!). Noticed anything that can be improved? Talk about it with your friends andfamily and share your knowledge and experience on Facebook and Twitter! See the above website for full details.

Q. What should I do if I experience a quake in the subway station?A. There is a possibility that something may fall from the ceiling during a

quake. Its important to try to stay still, and to protect your head. If youhave a bag with you, it may be a good idea to use it to shield your headwhile you crouch down in a stable position.Q. What should I do once the quake has stopped?A. Once the quake has stopped, the station staff will guide you towards theemergency exits. Please remain calm and follow their instructions. Alsoremember, that there can be aftershocks and blackouts following anearthquake, so you shouldnt use the escalators or elevators as they maypose a threat to your safety.

Earthquake while in the train What should I do?Q. What should I do if a quake strikes while Im in the carriage?A. To avoid falling over, tightly hold on to any bars or straps overhead.When earthquake detectors sense a quake above a certain magnitude, thecarriage will stop.Q. What should I do after the quake is over?A. Depending on the size of the quake, the train may resume service at aslower speed, otherwise it may be stopped in the tunnel, and you will needto follow the cabin crews instructions.

Earthquake while in a Station What should I do?

The above information was sourced from the Transportation Bureau, City of Nagoya.


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Aichi Nihongo no Kai Japanese Conversation Class - Mondays 10:00 -11:30 at Aichi-Kankokujin-Kaikan 4F North Meeting Room - near Kamejima Station exit 4.Introductory, beginner, & intermediate courses available. 2400 Yen (in total for all 12lessons). Term: September 2, 2013 to December 12, 2013. Start any time. Call Keiko090-9173-8136 or e-mail [email protected].

A-KA-SA-TA-NA Japanese Conversation Class - Thursdays from 10:30 to

12:00 at the Aichi International Plaza; 2 blocks west of Shiyakusho Station exit 5. Nextterm runs from September 12 to December 5. 2600 Yen for 13 lessons. Can joinanytime. Email: [email protected]. Call Ishiguro at 090-7688-8699 or Ishii at052-683-0084.

Benvindos ao Curso de Japons Japanese Lessons for Foreigners. Tuesdays(18:00 20:00). Level: beginners to JLPT Level 1 for writing and conversation. PortugueseLessons for all levels (20:00 21:00). Start anytime at the Nagoya International Center 5F.Qualified bilingual Japanese graduate teacher. Fee: 4000 yen/four l essons/month (FreeTrial Lesson). Contact: [email protected]# Japanese Language School KANOWA.Everyday (10:00 - 21:00). All levels. 2000Yen for 2 hours. Private lessons. Contact Ms. Sato at 080-3657-4425 or [email protected]

# Japanese Language Classes - Japanese native helps you to speak and write in smooth& natural Japanese. Applicants are required to at least able to communicate inintermediate English. Time: Saturdays 14:00-15:30. Venue: Near Nagoya Station, Forfurther details contact Ito at 090-2922-2828 or [email protected]

# Japanese Language Salon - A salon for non-native Japanese speakers to talk abouttheir favorite Japanese things and topics in Japanese. The 4 th Monday of every month18:15 - 19:45 at Crystal MA bldg near Kokusai Center Subway Station. 900 Yen per salon.Contact the Aichi International Japanese Education Center at 080-1559-9744 [email protected]

# Kotoba-no-kai - for non-native speakers of Japanese on Wednesdays & Fridays(intermediate level and up) from 10:00-11:30 @ Nagoya Josei Kaikan; A 3-minute walkfrom Higashi Betsuin Station. 1500 Yen for 15 classes. Call Sachiko at 052-805-8134.

Kurokawa Japanese Language Class - October to MarchCourse. Fee 5,000Yen for 20 lessons 6:30PM to 8:15PM every Thursday.The Kita Ward office 6F(NagoyaCity). An 8-minute walk from KUROKAWA Subway Station, exit 1 Inquiry Website:http://kurokawa.digi2.jp/ E-mail: [email protected]

# MER NIHONGO Club - Beginner to advanced level Japanese classes includingpreparation for JLPT. Private lesson 1500 Yen / hour *only private lessons available. WVSAKAE bldg. 5F (UNIQLO), Sakae 3-27-1, Naka-Ku, Nagoya; a 5 min-walk from Yaba-choSubway Station, exit 5. Call Akiko Arakawa(090-3956-1022) or e-mail to

[email protected]. Website: http://www.myenglishroom.jpTel/Fax: 052-251-0833

#NIHONGO KYOUSHITSU - Japanese classes for AET's in Nagoya. 1000 Yen per month.Upper beginners class Thursdays 17:30-19:00, beginners class Thursdays 19:00 - 20:30.Location is Nadya Park Building 6F. Contact Yamada Sensei cell: 080-3629-1873 / home:052-936-8485.

# Nihongo Kyoshitsu Imaike - Regular Japanese classes near Imaike Station, exit 1.Kanji (2000 Yen) and regular class (2000Yen). For class times and directions [email protected].

# Helping Hands and Hearts Japan Japanese Language classes. Everyday (times arenegotiable from 9AM to 9PM). All levels, Private lessons, 500 Yen per hour. Location is WillAichi 2F, 10min from Shiyakusho Station exit 2. Other l ocations are negotiable. Japaneselanguage teacher help you learn Japanese language. Join anytime! Call: 080-3287-7982(Softbank); email: [email protected].

Iroha Nihongo-no-Kai offers Japanese lessons on Thursdays, 10:30-12:00 at NadyaPark 6F NPO Center. Located opposite Yaba Park; exit #6 at Yabacho Subway Station. Nextterm runs from Sep. 12 to Dec. 19. Join anytime! 2250 Yen per term (total 15 lessons).Call: Sionoya:090-6595-1578,OBrien 052-851-3436 or email [email protected].

# "The Push-Up Brahs", Nagoya - a calisthenics and body weight training bootcamp. Allfitness levels welcome, Brahs are not gender biased, just be ready to work. Meet atTsurumai JR entrance, email Mike: [email protected] for details.# Futsal in Nagoya - A friendly game of 6-a-side FUTSAL. Takes place in Nagoya onSundays and Mondays. Come and improve your soccer skills! Email Chris at:[email protected]

# Nagoya International Volleyball Club - A friendly, non-competitive, mixed game ofvolleyball for foreigners and Japanese people living in Nagoya. Meet on Sundays twice amonth. Open to men and women of all levels. Get some exercise, have some fun and meetpeople of different nationalities. Find us on Facebook.E-mail: [email protected]

#Capoeira! Join us to learn this art-culture with fitness, martial art, music, history, dance,Portuguese. All levels welcome! 1000 Yen per class. Carlos 090-2920-2392.http://capoeiranagoyagueto.wix.com/capoeiraguetoteam.Facebook: Capoeira Group inNagoya G.U.E.T.O.

# Chubu Hiking International Club (CHIC) is a Nagoya-based hiking club thatwelcomes guests & new members who want to explore the mountains in the Chubu area.E-mail [email protected].

# Australian Rules Football - The Nagoya Redbacks - Training every Sunday. ContactBen at [email protected] or Tel: 090-9903-0550Website: www.nagoyaredbacks.com

# Sunday Shonai Football / Soccer - friendly kick-about every Sunday from 14:00behind the athletics track at Shonai Ryokuchi Koen, a 5 minute walk from Shonai RyokuchiKoen Subway Station, exit 2. They are on Facebook under Shonai FC! E-mail:[email protected]

# Tempaku Futsal Club: Friendly Futsal matches on Saturday nights at Tempaku SportsCenter. Strengthen ties of friendship through the practice of futsal. Everybody is welcome!For more info e-mail Carlos at [email protected]

# Taekwondo in Nagoya! - Taekwondo lessons for foreigners and Japanese living inNagoya. Both for people who want to do martial arts as a sport or develop as a player.Open to men and women of all levels. For more information please contact090-9053-8664, [email protected].

# Nagoya Tennis - Want to join Nagoya's tennis playing community? Join 'NagoyaTennis' on Facebook, contact Henry Troy by email at [email protected]. Regulartennis games are arranged, but the group is for anyone with tennis-related interests. Alllevels welcome.

#Aichi Swahili Club (ASC) - a class for people who love and are interestedin East Africa. Learn the language and culture of East Africa. Anyone canjoin. You can also take part as a volunteer in Across Africa (NPO) activities ifyou wish. Every third Saturday of the month (for beginners) & Sunday (forold members) from 16:00 - 18:00 at Josei Kaikan in Higashi Betsuin. Its free!Call Terry at 090-8498-9270 or mail [email protected].# Current Affairs Discussion Group - Lets talk about Current Affairs;local, national, international. E-mail: [email protected]# The Nagoya International Personal Computer Club - join computerusers from many nationalities every 3rd Saturday of the month atShooters Sports Bar in Fushimi to catch up with the latest information ontechnology and social media. See www.nipcc.org for details. All levelswelcome!#WCS Ometenashi Student Planning Committee - We are looking fornew members interested in cosplay or omotenashi to help us welcomecosplayers from 20 countries during August's annual the World CosplaySummit (WCS). We meet on Wednesdays at 17:00 at Nagoya University'sLiberal Arts & Sciences Main Building (Nagoya Daigaku Subway Station).Contact us at [email protected]# Japan - Carib Life Creation - Beyond our Japan-Carib cultural magazineand our French, English, and Spanish lessons, let's gather and enjoymultilingual / multicultural activities - all set in a cosy atmosphere! Monthlyinformation at the Kokusai Center JCarib Pamphlet Box or by e-mailing us [email protected]# Nagoya Writes -We have monthly readings and occasional workshops.Fiction, essays, poetry, personal narratives, are all welcome. Or, you can dropby and meet other writers. For information contact Albert [email protected] or Paul at [email protected]: http://nagoyawrites.wordpress.com# LitCritsNagoya meets weekly (at Mr. Donuts in Motoyama) tocritique each other's fiction writing. Sign up [email protected]. Meetings are on Mondaynights at 19:30. Work is submitted online by the previous Friday fordistribution to members. Join us.# Nagoya Meet and Greet - A monthly lunch where 40+ women ofvarious nationalities, interests, and ages gather to meet, eat, and greet.Great for new arrivals and those seeking new friends. Children's play areaavailable. English is the language of communication.E-mail: [email protected]# Nagoya Law of Attraction Group - We are an international group, ofopen, positive and like minded people who love to talk and learn The Law ofAttraction. If you like the movie, The Secretand/or want to learn how toeffectively apply the techniques to real life, join us for our weekly meeting.Please contact for further detail with your name and email [email protected].# The Nagoya International Club - founded to promote a vibrant foreigncommunity in the Chubu and Nagoya area, give people an opportunity tomake friends, and introduce the Chubu region. Come have some fun!http://bit.ly/nagoyaclub# Helping Orphans in Nagoya - If you are interested in spending timewith some fantastic children and huge hearted volunteers, both from theinternational community as well as local Japanese, we welcome you tovolunteer with Santa and Friends Nagoya. Please visit our website!www.santaandfriendsnagoya.com# Shirayuri Association - providing educational and cultural services toboth Turkish and Japanese societies in order to promote the Turkishcommunity in Japan, and further friendship between Turkish & Japanesecommunities. Located in Yabuta-cho, Moriyama Ku - Tel/fax 052-710-9808.

# Improv comedy group - trying to start an improv comedy troupein Nagoya and looking for interested members. Please email Mike [email protected] if you have any interest and/or expertise in thisarea.

# Association of Foreign Wives of Japanese: Chubu-Tokai - Offersfriendship, support, & mutual help in adapting to Japanese culture & society.E-mail: [email protected].#Chayagasaka Cooperative English Playgroup - for children 0 to 6 withat least one (English speaking) non-Japanese parent. Wednesday morningsnear Chayagasaka Station; 500 yen per session. Games, songs, snacks andcrafts. Website: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/chayagasaka_playgroup/Email: [email protected]# Foreign Mothers Group - Pregnant or just had a baby? Talk about yourand share your experiences with other parents & health professionals. Meets10:00 -12:00 every 2nd Saturday of the month at the Nagoya City Womens

Center. Higashi Betsuin Subway Station, exit 1. Also meets 10:00 - 13:00every 4th Saturday of the month in Yagoto.Website: www.tcp-ip.or.jp/~lorna/mothers. Call Misako at 090-1834-2701or call Lorna at 090-2344-8978.# Breastfeeding class for expecting and new parents (times same asabove)! Parents with older children and those preparing for a second/thirdchild are also very welcome. Contact Maria at [email protected]# German Playgroup for children of all ages meets 10-12 on the lastSunday of each month. Contact Oliver at [email protected]# Nagoya Foreign Fathers - Father / child activity group. Meets oneSunday a month for fun activity. Fostering dual nationality and internationalculture. Common language is English. Sign up via our Facebook group.# Nakamura English Playgroup meets on the 2nd & 4th Saturdays of themonth from 10-12 at the Nakamura Lifelong Learning Center. All foreign &bi-cultural families, returnees are welcome. 300 per child, free the first time.E-mail [email protected]

# Anglican / Episcopal Kani Mission - Mission station of the AnglicanChubu Diocese and the Episcopal Diocese of North-Central Philippines.English service at 10:00 every Sunday in Kani-shi, Gifu-ken. Stop at Shin-kanieki and walk 10 minutes towards Kani City Hall. Contact person: Rev.Deacon Glenn B. Yamashita 090-9903-4079.Website: www.kanimission.wordpress.com e:mail: [email protected]

# All Nations Fellowship is an international bilingual (English/Japanese) worship service.Our Bible-based teachings are focused on the gospel and he doctrines of grace. We meetevery Sunday at 10:30am in Nagakute. We offer bilingual Sunday School for children ages4-12. Please visit our website at www.allnationsfellowship.net for more information.

# Nagoya International Baptist Church (NIBC) , is located in the Tenpaku Ku. ServiceTimes: Sunday Service (English only) 2:30 PM (fellowship time following the service).Attendees from all over the World! Ladies Bible Study (English only) 1st & 3rd Wednesdayof every month at 10 AM (please call before coming). www.nibc.japanforchrist.com- Calvary Baptist Church (CBC) is also located in the Tenpaku Ku. Service times: SundaySchool (Japanese) 10 AM; Morning Service (Japanese) 11 AM. Ladies Bible Study(Japanese) 1st Tuesday of every month at 9:30 AM. www.cbcnagoya.japanforchrist.com

- For further information about CBC & NIBC, contact pastor Tim Melton (fluent inJapanese and English) at 052-801-8064 or 08036505539.

# Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: Services each Sunday near GokisoStation, at Kitayama-cho 3-41; tel. 052-732-5176. Sacrament Meeting at 10:00, followedby English Sunday School; translation assistance available for other meetings. Friends &visitors always welcome. Call Nagoya LDS Mission 052-773-0755.

# Faith Charismatic Church (FCC) - We meet every Sunday at Naka Sports Center (3FRoom 3) at 10:00. Call Pastor Bede at 080-5139-6777

# GraceCity Church: An exciting Christian church (Protestant) in the heart of Nagoyawith bilingual Japanese / English worship services, awesome events, great music, and tonsof international friends! Come join the fun! www.gracecity.jp# Iglesia Ni Cristo (Church of Christ) Nagoya Congregation - Worship Services:Wed-8:15pm; Thurs-8:00pm; Sat-8:00pm; Sun-10am. Located at 2nd flr. Heim KranzBldg. 3 minutes from Heian Dori Subway. For inquiries call 052-982-2477

# The IMMANUEL Christian Fellowship is an evangelical fellowship that welcomesFilipinos and English speaking people. Experience: warm fellowship, lively praise & worshipsongs, practical Tagalog & English sermon and Bible story lessons for your Japanesespeaking kids. Sunday School @ 10:00 am and Worship service @ 11:00 am. For moreinformation contact Ptr. Nino Solito @ 052-8759394 or 090-8540-8260Website: www.icfnagoya.org

# Indonesian Christian Fellowship in Nagoya - hosts a weekly fellowship on Sundayat 16:15 near Jingu-Nishi (5 min walk), JR Atsuta, or Jingu-Mae Stations. We have atri-lingual meetings in Bahasa Indonesia, Japanese and English. Not only Indonesian, butJapanese and other nationalities are welcomed. Let's enjoy the at home atmosphere.Please contact Rev. Daniel Tan by phone (090-9948-1601) or email ([email protected])

# Islam Ahmadiyya Mosque - hosts Muslim Friday Prayer at 13:00 and is open for fiveprayers. Offers study of the Holy Qu'ran, Arabic, and Urdu. Islamic library and cookingclasses. Located in Meito Ward at Kifune 2-1602. A 7 minute walk across Route 302 fromthe Meito Post Office. Website: www.ahmadiyyat.jp Email: [email protected]: 052-703-1868

#Mikokoro (Sacred Heart) International Catholic Center Nagoya - English Massesevery Saturday 18:00, Sunday 10:00 & 15:00; Novena, Wednesdays at 15:00.Confessions, baptisms, marriages available. Tel: 052-971-0334. Near Hisaya-odori Station.Website: www.mikokoro.net# Nagoya English Fellowship is an inter-denominational Evangelical Fellowship withservices in English & bilingual Sunday School for children. We meet at the Nishi LifelongLearning Center above Joshin Subway Station, exit 6. The service starts at 11 AM. Contact:Willie Gonzales at 052-523-1775, 090-2579-1007 more information athttp://nefchurch.org.

# Nagoya Glorious Chapel - Christian protestant church committed to Bible teaching,discipleship & evangelism through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ atwww.yesngc.com Tel: 052-833-1092.

# The Nagoya Indonesian Catholic Community hosts Indonesian mass once a month(4th Sunday) in Johokubashi Catholic Church at 12.30pm, 8 minutes walk from MeijoKoen station exit 1. Email: [email protected]

# Nagoya International Christian Assembly near Gokiso and Fukiage Stations hasSunday Services in English 08:30 to 10:30 - singing, preaching, Bible study, & fellowship.18:30 to 20:30 - praise & worship. Filipino (Tagalog) Bible study 1 st Sundays at 16:00.Website: www.nicachurch.org

# Nagoya Mosque - hosts Muslim Friday Prayers & is open for five-time prayersKhutbaat 12:30 & Prayer at 12:40. Halal meat & Islamic literature are also available. HonjinStation, exit 3. Call 052-486-2380 Website: http://nagoyamosque.com

# Nagoya Port Mosque - Friday Prayer Khutba from 12:30. Open for five time prayers,every Saturday special speech & dinner after Isha Prayer. Arabic lessons for children onSaturdays. On Route 23, between Hojin & Juichiya traffic lights, next to the over headcrossing; parking available for 10 cars, except Fridays (11:30 - 14:00). A 15 minute walkfrom Inaei Aonami Line Station. Address: Nagoya, Minato-Ku, Zennan-Cho 33-3.Tel: 090-3251-5381

Nagoya Orthodox Church In Showa-ku, near Subway Tsurumai Line, Arahatastn. or Tsurumai stn. Vesper on Sat 17:30. Holy Liturgy on Sunday at 10:00. For moreinformation, please call, Fr.George Matsushima at (052)734-9000E-mail [email protected] URL http://www.orthodox-jp.com/nagoya/

# Nagoya Union Church - share fellowship & worship in English with Christians frommany countries. Sunday worship at 16:00 at Kinjo Church near Takaoka Station, exit 2.Email: [email protected] Website: www.nagoyaunionchurch.com# His Call Church - Making Disciples Church As a Team - An independent Pentecostalchurch located in Tenpaku Ward, Nagoya. Sunday Services from 14:00 at Nichiei CultureHall - 1 minute walk from Ueda Subway Station, exit 3. Website: www.hiscallchurch.come-mail: [email protected] Tel:052-807-0966

Aichi St. Luke's Anglican / Episcopal Church: English language service on thesecond Sunday of every month @ 17:00. A 5 minute walk from Owariasahi Station,Meitetsu Seto Line. Inquiries: e-mail [email protected]

Website: http://www.nskk.org/chubu/alc/church/regular-service / Tel:0561-53-8937

#Meito Christ International Church - Interdenominational English services Sundays at17:00 followed by fellowship. Open to all, friendly, casual, served by Protestant pastor.Children welcome. Five minute walk from Fujigaoka. Map/info at www.meitochurch.org;contact Erin Sakakibara 090-3308-4148, [email protected]

#Mustard Seed Christian Church - Come join our Japanese-English bilingual worshipservice every Sunday at 11:00 a.m. Enjoy excellent music, dynamic teaching, & meet newpeople! This is a casual worship service, and anyone is welcome to come and join.Location: GS Imaike building 7F, a 2 minute walk from Imaike station exit 7. Website:www.mustardseednagoya.com / email: [email protected]

# Toyohashi St Mary Magdalene Chapel, Traditional Anglican Episcopalian -services in English every Sunday evening (18:30) & every 1st Sunday (11:00). April 8 - July22 & Sep 23 to Dec 16. Take the Toyohashi city tram to Shin Kawa, (2nd stop). Location:V.E.S., N.I Village Mansion 5F, just behind the MUFG Bank. Call Rev. Ivan Cosby0532-45-0950 or mail [email protected].

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# Ever worn a kimono? No? Would you like to? Kimono & accessoriesprovided! Fitting: 500 yen each time. Lessons: 4 times a month 1,000 yen permonth. 1 minute from Kamejima Station. Tel /fax: 052-451-8582# Do you swing dance? - Want to learn how? Nagoya Swings is aninternational group that holds a workshop & dance party once a month inFushimi. Come on out & dance with us. Beginners are always welcome, and you

never need a partner. More info: [email protected]# Djembe & Didgeridoo Lessons - Learn to play traditional African &Australian music with an experienced musician in Nagoya. 1500 yen per lesson.Contact Fumi for more details at [email protected]# Enjoy French ConversationSalon in a friendly atmosphere. 1500 Yen perlesson. Saturday afternoons. 3 minutes from Kokusai Center. ContactVronique 052-564-5590.French Class - intermediate course using extracts of French novels published in2011. Sat afternoons at the Nagoya International Center 5F 13:15 - 14:45.1500 Yen per class. Contact [email protected].# Hana-no-ki-kai - Ikebana & sado classes every 2 nd & 4 th Sunday of themonth 13:00 - 16:00 at Will Aichi 4F, a 10 minute walk from ShiyakushoStation, exit 2. Only actual cost charged for materials. Reservations to Ms.Suzuki at 0562-93-5213 or Fax to 0562-93-5214.# Ikebana Communications - enjoy your stay in Japan & make new friendsin an inter-cultural atmosphere by learning Ikebana. We meet every 2nd & 4thSat 6pm to 8pm near Nagoya International Center Bldg. Fee 1400 Yen per class.To join, please call Grace 090-4867-4262, Ms. Wakita 052-581-6071 or Miki090-7954-2892# International Class of Japanese Calligraphy - Learn from qualified andlicensed teachers in an inter-cultural atmosphere in Shinsakae. Every 1 st Mondayand 3rd Friday from 10:00 - 11:00 and 11:00 - 12:00. 500 Yen. Child care service200 Yen. All lesson fees donated to the Red Cross. Contact Yuuca at090-6035-2000.# Japanese Cooking Class, Ikebana & Tea Ceremony in English . Learn touse the different sauces & spices common to traditional Japanese dishes. Flowerarranging & tea ceremony lessons available; private or group lessons OK. CallHideko at 052-211-2586.# Japanese Cooking Class - Newcasual, friendly cooking class. Looking formembers. E-mail Junko at [email protected]#Learn to Play the Koto - a traditional Japanese stringed musical instrument.

One-on-one lessons by appointment. Lessons designed for female students.Trial lesson 1000 Yen. A 3-minute walk from Kakuozan Station. Call Ms.Yamamoto at 090-1797-8744 (or [email protected]); English is OK.Full details at www.a-koto.com.# Lets Enjoy Japanese Kimono - Calling all foreign women! Join us and tryon a variety of kimonos and learn about Japanese culture. Every 2nd Saturday(13:00 - 15:00) at Atsuta Lifelong Learning Center - a 15 minute walk fromHibino Subway Station, exit 1. Participation fee only 500 Yen. Call or fax toreserve your place 052-681-9414.

Pre intermediate German Learners Circle MAUS - Review A1, MasterA2 & Challenge B1. German university lecturer. Fri 18:30-20:00.Naka-Shogaigakushu-Center (Subway, KAMIMAEZU Sta.) Contact Kato [email protected] or 090-4218-6082.# Piano Lessons - one-on-one piano lessons in English. 4 times a month45min lessons. Contact Ms, Noriko Kugimoto 090-6181-1274 [email protected]# Pilates Lessons - one-on-one at Jingu NIshi in English using special pilatesmachines. Contact Maki at [email protected]# Sahaj Marg Raja Yoga Meditation: A state of balance and peace isachieved through features such as yogic transmission and cleaning. No fee tolearn and continue and all are welcome. Contact Sriram or Nithya at090-9825-3105 or e-mail: [email protected]: www.srcm.org.Spanish Club - Do you think you can speak it fluently? Improve your skills. Thisis the only way to make friends. Let's meet and talk as much as possible.Contact 080-3644-5512 or write to [email protected].# Sensory Deprivation Tank - Flotation chamber and silent meditationspace, 370kg of salt in water heated to exact skin temp for total weightlessnessand quiet reflection. 1 min walk from Higashi Okazaki Station, contact Michaelat [email protected], donations accepted.# Thai Language, folk dance, and healthy Thai food cooking class -make friends and enjoy Thai conversation. For more info please feel free tocontact [email protected] or call 080-6963-9854.# Traditional Japanese Calligraphy & Flower Arrangement for Ladieswith a certified professional teacher. 2 hour long small group lessons for alllevels; costs 1000 Yen plus 800 Yen for flowers. Tues @ 19:00 Wed @13:00,Thur@10:00, & Sat @15:00. 5 mins walk from Kanayama Station. Call Kazumiat 090-3300-1117 or e-mail [email protected].

# Nagoya International Alcoholics Anonymous - Think you have aproblem with alcohol? Call us @ 090-9938-0596. Meetings on Sundays at19:00. www.jeaa.org# Al Anon-for families and friends of alcoholics. Meets Fridays at 4pm atMikokoro Center in Marunouchi. Contact Nancy at [email protected] orMikokoro Center at 052-971-0334.#Private Professional English Counseling Service - able to hold individual,couple, & family sessions privately & confidentially. Call Counselor Wallace at052-362-8883. Fees negotiable.# Personal and Marriage Counseling - available by professional counselorwho has lived in Japan 20 years, free consultation, English or Japanese okay,confidentiality guaranteed, contact Ms. Nielsen at 080-3063-1426.# Hypnosis in English - Hypnosis in English available to help you stopsmoking, lose weight, increase confidence, improve study skills, relaxation andmore. For a free session on Skype or in person, email Brian [email protected].

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