english edition - Nagoya International Center

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Event and Lifestyle Information Magazine for Foreign Residents
ENGLISH EDITION
Website: www.nic-nagoya.or.jp Phone: 052-581-0100
「Nagoya Calendar」
は生活情報や名古屋周辺のイベント等の情報を掲載している英語の月刊情報誌です。
2016
September
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NIC News
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NIC Events
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In and Around
Nagoya
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Highlights
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Entertainment
Calendar
P9
Living in
Nagoya
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Nagoya International Center News
Nagoya 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 Library and Information Counter are open 9:00 – 19:00.
Closed on Mondays, December 29 - January 3, & the second Sundays of August & February.
Paid car-parking is also available at the Center and in the immediate vicinity.
★Information Counter 情報カウンター
Information service for foreign residents on daily life and
sightseeing in Japan available in 7 foreign languages. Japanese &
English are available Tuesday to Sunday (9:00 – 19:00).
Reservations not required. See our website for service times in
other languages.
■Tel: 052-581-0100 ■E-mail [email protected]
★Free Personal Counseling 外国人こころの相談
Native English-speaking counselors are available on Sunday
by appointment only to provide support to foreign
residents who have difficulties with their lives in Japan. To
arrange a counseling session call the NIC 3F Info Counter at
052-581-0100.
★Free Legal Consultations 外国人無料法律相談
Free Legal Consultations with a certified lawyer available on
Saturdays 10:00 - 12:30 by reservation only. To make an appointment, please leave your name & phone number on the answering machine at 052-581-6111. A counseling support staff
member will call you back at a later date to schedule an appointment with you.
★Free Civic Advisory Service for Foreign Residents 外国人行政相談
Information and advice in English for foreign residents on anything related
to government administration such as labor laws, immigration, divorce and
taxation. Phone or visit us Tuesday to Sunday (10:00 – 12:00 & 13:00 –
17:00). Reservations not required.
Tel: 052-581-0100. See our website for service times in other languages.
★Free Counseling Service for Refugees and Asylum Seekers 難民相談
The Kobe-based Refugee Assistance Headquarters (RHQ) provides a
confidential counseling service for refugees, convention refugees, their family
members, and asylum seekers in English and Japanese every Thursday (10:00 16:00) at the NIC 3F Info Counter. Reservations are required. For more
information call RHQ at 078-361-1700. (Website: www.rhq.gr.jp/english).
★The NIC Library ライブラリー
Over 10,000 English language books including travel guides, popular manga,
non-fiction, fiction, children’s books, and Japanese study guides. Borrow up to 6
books for a period of 14 days! Membership is free and open to everyone resident
in the Chubu Area. A form of ID that shows your current address is required.
Children can also get cards!
- Free Educational Counseling Services at the NIC A Valuable Resource for Foreigners and Japanese Living In & Around Nagoya
Do you have any unanswered questions about your child’s education?
Do you know about all your available options?
Do you need advice and don’t know who to ask?
A child’s educational matters are a high priority for parents – and justifiably so. What do you do if
your child doesn’t understand the language? How will they make friends? What will happen to their
educational development? Perhaps your child is having difficulty adjusting to a foreign school
environment.
Did you know that the Nagoya International Center offers an educational advice and counseling
service to assist children and their parents with the above matters and more?
Professional counselors are on hand to provide advice and information on education for children of
Japanese and foreign nationality – including information about schools, school admissions, daily life,
and potential problems.
 When: Wednesdays, Fridays, & Sundays 10:00 – 17:00
 Where: NIC 3F Information Counter
 Reservations: Required and can be made by calling 052-581-0100
Tuesdays to Sundays 9:00-19:00
The NIC also occasionally holds seminars for parents and guardians with the aim of supporting
involved parties with their efforts to enrich their child’s educational experiences.
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Sat. 6:17am in English & Portuguese
Sun. 6:17am in Chinese & Korean
NIC Disaster Information
Should a disaster occur in Nagoya City, check the
Disaster Information section on the top page of the
NIC website for information in Japanese, English,
Portuguese, Spanish, Chinese, Korean, Filipino and easy
Japanese.
Bookmark http://www.nic-nagoya.or.jp/saigai/
for a direct link to updates.
Nagoya International Center Events - Please note all prices, dates, times, and locations are subject to change NIC Library Closure
名古屋国際センターライブラリー休館のお知らせ
In order to make NIC facilities more comfortable for users, an extensive
refit of the air conditioning system is currently being carried out. While
this work is underway, the NIC Library will be closed between Fri. 9
Sep. to Fri. 30 Sep.
NIC rental facilities will also be unavailable at some times over the
coming months. Please check the NIC website for updates.
We apologize for any inconvenience.
Children's Story Book Time at Nakamura
Library 外国語で楽しむ絵本の会@中村図書館
Listen to foreign volunteers read story books in their respective
languages from the library’s vast collection of international children’s
books. Participation is free, and no reservations are required! Please
note the venue change for September’s Children’s Story Book Time,
which will be held in English and Chinese at Nakamura Library.
When: Sat. 3 Sep. (14:00 – 14:30)
Where: Nakamura Library (中村図書館) in Nakamura Ward (中村区)
Access: A 10-minute walk north from Nakamura Koen Stn. (中村公園駅)
on the Subway Higashiyama Line (地下鉄東山線) Exit 3 (3番出口)
NIC Japanese Class for Adults NIC日本語の会
For non-native speakers of Japanese, up to 15-20 places available per
course. All lessons are held in Japanese, and knowledge of hiragana and
katakana are assumed. In the event of excess applications, places will be
allocated by lottery. A range of courses are available from conversation to
kanji. See the website for more info at
www.nic-nagoya.or.jp/nihongonokai.
When: 11 lessons every Sunday from 18 Sep. to 27 Nov.
Where: Nagoya International Center
Cost: 2,500 Yen for 11 lessons, plus 500-1,000 Yen for course materials.
How to Apply: Come to the NIC 5F Conference Room 1 on Sun. 11 Sep.
between 11:00 and 11:30. (Applications for 2nd classes from 12:30.)
Following completion of the application procedure, applicants will be
interviewed. Payment will be accepted from 12:15. Application forms can
be found at the 3F pamphlet box area or the NIC website at
www.nic-nagoya.or.jp.
Further Details: Contact the Exchange and Cooperation Division on
052-581-5689.
NIC Japanese Class for Children NIC子ども日本語教室
For non-native speakers of Japanese who were born between April 2,
2001, and April 1, 2010. Maximum of 50 places. In the event of excess
applications, places will be decided on a needs basis. Students will learn
Japanese skills necessary for school and daily life.
When: 11 lessons every Sunday from 18 Sep. to 27 Nov. (10:00 - 11:30)
Where: Nagoya International Center
Cost: 1,000 Yen for 11 lessons.
How to Apply: Come to NIC 3F Lecture Room 1 on Sun. 11 Sep.,
between 9:45 and 10:15. Following completion of the application
procedure, applicants will be interviewed. Applicants must attend with
their parent, guardian, or person responsible for their welfare (ie. teacher,
etc.). Application forms and information can be found at the 3F pamphlet
box area or the NIC website at www.nic-nagoya.or.jp.
Further Details: Contact the Exchange and Cooperation Division on
052-581-5689.
NIC’s Classroom for Global Citizens Program
Needs YOU!「NIC地球市民教室」外国人講師募集
Want to help us to create a globally aware Nagoya? As part of its
international understanding education program, NIC’s Classroom for Global
Citizens program is looking for foreign instructors to visit schools and local
organizations and introduce their home countries. Successful applicants
must be able to communicate in Japanese to introduce their home
countries, must have resided in Japan for more than one year, and must be
available to attend an interview and training session on Sat. 24 Sep.
(interview from 13:00; training 14:00 - 16:00).
Compensation: 6,000 to 8,000 Yen per assignment depending on the
venue location (income tax and commuting costs are included).
The application form can be downloaded from the NIC website, or you
can pick one up at the NIC.
Applications and inquiries should be addressed to the Exchange &
Cooperation Division - Classroom for Global Citizen’s Program by 17:00
Sat. 17 Sep.
Phone: 052-581-5691; Email: [email protected]
Peer Support Salon
ピアサポートサロン
Have you ever had concerns about your child's development?
Have you felt helpless because you haven't been sure where you
can take your concerns due to the language barrier? Come
along, listen and share experiences and relevant local
information with AAVP, a group of Brazilian parents who
continue to work to promote understanding of developmental
disorders. Although Portuguese will be the main language used,
speakers of other languages are also welcome (please inquire
beforehand if you require interpreting). You can also move your
body and learn some easy exercise activities.
When: Sun. 18 Sep. & Sun. 13 Nov. (13:30 - 17:00)
Where: Nagoya International Center 5F Conference Room 1
Inquiries / Reservations: Public Relations & Information
Services Division, Phone: 052-581-0100; E-mail:
[email protected]
NIC International Exchange Walk in
Nagoya NIC国際交流ウォーキング
The NIC Volunteer Walking Guides are hosting a 3.5km walk
event to provide Japanese and foreign residents an opportunity
to interact. The walk starts at Motoyama Station and goes
through the Kakuōzan area, passing through Shiroyama
Hachimangu Shrine (城山八幡宮) / Showa Jukudō (昭和塾堂),
Renriboku (連理木), Shōbōji Temple (正法寺), Zentokuji Temple (善
篤寺), Sōōji Temple(相応寺), Sairenji Temple(西蓮寺), Nittaiji Hōantō
Pagoda (日泰寺奉安塔), the Historical Museum of Waterworks and
Sewerage (水の歴史資料館), Higashiyama Water Tower (東山給水塔),
Nittaiji Temple (日泰寺), and ends at Yōkisō Villa (揚輝荘).You can
enjoy strolling through tasteful streets featuring shops, temples,
and other historical buildings. Interpreters for multiple languages
will be accompanying the walk. Maximum 30 places (20 foreign
nationals and 10 Japanese) are available on a first come, first
serve basis, so hurry to secure your place and get a chance to
learn a bit about the city!
When: Sat. 26 Nov. (9:00 – 12:00)
Where: Meet at Motoyama Stn. (本山駅) on the Subway
Higashiyama Line (地下鉄東山線) at 8:45.
Cost: 100 Yen (covers insurance and printed materials)
Reservations: Visit or contact the NIC 3F Information Counter
from 10:00 26 Oct.
Email: [email protected]; Phone: 052-581-0100.
Please provide your name, nationality, cell phone number, and
preferred language.
A Message from the NIC Library: Tell us
what you'd like to read
NICライブラリーからお願い 読みたい本をお聞かせください
The NIC Library is calling for Library users' requests to help us
with future book purchases. Whether you'd like to see more
books on Japan or other countries, or on topics like animation,
feel free to let us know what you'd like to read. You can submit
a request via the online form at www.nic-nagoya.or.jp.
Development Training for Supporters of
Foreign Students and Children – Practical
Course 外国人児童・生徒サポーター養成研修【実践編】
A training program (over 3 sessions) for supporters, carers and
teachers of foreign students and children, and also people with
prior practical experience who are looking to resume working
with such children. Conducted in Japanese, the course aims to
help participants understand the circumstances of foreign
children and related issues, and to learn how to provide
appropriate support. Places are limited to 40, which will be
determined by lottery.
When: Sat. 29 Oct., Sat. 26 Nov. and Sat. 24 Dec. (10:30 –
16:00)
Where: Nagoya International Center 5F Conference Room
Cost: 2,000 Yen (covers all 3 sessions)
Applications: Contact the NIC Exchange & Cooperation
Division between 13 Sep. and 12 Oct. Please note that
applications must be made in Japanese.
Phone: 052-581-5689; Email: [email protected]
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In and Around Nagoya - Please note all prices, dates, times, and locations are subject to change Upcoming events
See below for a variety of music and traditional theater performances and other events in Nagoya!
Craftsmanship of Owari Nagoya Exhibition
この道ひとすじ
「 尾張名古屋の職人展」
An exhibition (also featuring demonstrations and sales) of a variety
of works by artisans of Owari Nagoya, from historical, traditional
craftsmanship to that which aids us in our daily lives. See demonstrations of a range of craftsmanship on the stage, and try your
hand at creating something under the direct tutelage of a master
craftsman (fee applies for some activities).
When: Fri. 16, Sat. 17 Sep. (10:00 - 18:00), Sun. 18 Sep. (10:00 - 17:45)
Where: Oasis 21 (オアシス21) Galaxy Platform (銀河の広場) and NHK
Nagoya Broadcasting Center Bldg (NHK名古屋放送センタービル) 1F
Plaza Wave 21 (プラザウェーブ21) in Higashi Ward (東区)
Access: A 3-minute walk from Sakae Stn. (栄駅) on the Higashiyama
or Meijo Subway Lines (地下鉄東山線・名城線)
Admission: Free
Inquiries: City of Nagoya Residents and Economic Bureau Industry
and Labor Division, Phone: 052-972-3146 (Japanese)
Nagoya Philharmonic Orchestra
名古屋フィルハーモニー交響楽団
Salon Concert サロンコンサート
Performing: Junko KAMBE, Violin
When: Fri. 23 Sep. (18:30)
Where: Nagoya City Music Plaza 1F “Music Salon” (名古屋市音
楽プラザ)
Access: A 6-min. walk from Kanayama Stn. (金山駅) or an
8-min. walk from Higashi Betsuin Stn. (東別院駅) on the Meijo
Subway Line (地下鉄名城線)
Admission: Free
The 439th Subscription Concert 第439回定期演奏会
Anotni WIT, Conductor
Mikhail PLETNEV, Piano
D. Fujikura Rare Gravity
S. Rachmaninov Piano Concerto No.2 in C minor, Op.18
J. Sibelius Symphony No.1 in E minor, Op.39
When: Fri. 21 Oct. (18:45) & Sat. 22 Oct. (16:00)
Where: Aichi Pref. Arts Theater Concert Hall (愛知県芸術劇場コ
ンサートホール)
Access: Connected at basement level to Oasis 21 & Sakae
Subway Stn. (栄駅)
Tickets: S 8,200 Yen; A 7,200 Yen; B 6,200 Yen; C 5,100
Yen; Y (for 24 & under, on day, at door) 1,000 Yen. For
tickets, call the Nagoya Philharmonic Ticket Guide on
052-339-5666 (Jap./Eng.)
Nagoya Noh Theater 名古屋能楽堂
September Regular Performance
名古屋能楽堂9月定例公演
Program
Part 1 (from 10:00)
Noh "Tomoe" (Hōshō School) Hiroko Tamai
Noh "Kakitsubata Koinomai" (Kanze School) Kazumasa Kiyosawa
Kyōgen "Hikkukuri" (Izumi School) Tōru Fujinami
Part 2 (from 14:00)
Noh "Hanjo" (Kongō School) Kaoru Katō
Noh "Funabashi" (Kita School) Akira Osada
Kyōgen "Fukitori" (Izumi School) Matsujirō Inoue
When: Sun. 4 Sep.
October Regular Performance
名古屋能楽堂10月定例公演
Program
Kyōgen "Oni-no-Mamako" (Izumi School) Matasaburō Nomura
Noh "Kayoikomachi Amayo-no-Den" (Kanze School) Shuichi Sobue
When: Fri. 21 Oct. (from 18:30)
Where: Nagoya Noh Theater (名古屋能楽堂)
Access: A 10-minute walk from Sengencho Station (浅間町駅) Exit 1
(1番出口) on the Tsurumai Subway Line (地下鉄鶴舞線)
Tickets: Reserved 4,100 Yen; Non-reserved: Adults 3,100 Yen, Students
(25 years old and under) 2,100 Yen. Non-reserved tickets available at the
door for the above prices plus 500 Yen. 10% discount available upon
presentation of a passport or other proof of foreign nationality (at Nagoya
Noh Theater only).
English and Japanese commentary available on wireless headsets (rental free).
Inquiries: 052-231-0088
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Star Gazing at the Science Museum – The
Moon and Double Stars
名古屋市科学館 市民観望会
「月と二重星をみる会」
Following a brief talk at the planetarium you will proceed to the
rooftop’s main telescope and various other telescopes to observe
the night’s recommended celestial scenery.
When: Sun. 9 Oct. (18:15 - 20:30)
Where: Rooftop observatory, Nagoya City Science Museum (名古屋
市科学館)
Access: A 5-minute walk south from Fushimi Stn. (伏見駅) Exit 5 (5番出
口) on the Higashiyama or Tsurumai Subway Lines (地下鉄東山線・鶴舞線)
Participation: Adults 700 Yen, Junior HS and Elementary School
students 300 Yen. Numbers are limited to 250 participants. (Children
of Junior HS age and younger must be accompanied by an adult
guardian.) To apply, send a reply-paid post card (with the number of
adults and children in your group) to: 〒460-0008 Nagoya, Naka Ku,
Sakae 2-17-1, Nagoya City Science Museum to arrive by Sat. 17 Sep.
(on the reverse write: "October 9 - Stars"). See www.bit.ly/ofukuhagaki to find out how to write a reply-paid postcard.
Hisayaodori Gardens Flarie: Autumn Festival
久屋大通庭園フラリエ オータムフェスティバル
①Cosmos Garden - Halloween Garden
Hisayaodori Gardens Flarie comes alive with the autumn
flower, cosmos. With pumpkins, nipplefruit (Solanum
mammosum, known as 'fox face' in Japan), and Halloween
decorations, the garden becomes an autumn attraction.
When: Sat. 17 Sep. to Mon. 31 Oct.
②Flute Ensemble Autumn Concert
Enjoy the gentle sounds of flute music in the Crystal Garden
(large hot house), with a concert by Flute Ensemble
Maho-no-Fue.
When: Sat. 17 Sep. (from 14:00)
Where: Hisayaodori Gardens Flarie (久屋大通庭園フラリエ)
Access: Approximately a 3-minute walk from Yaba-cho Stn. (矢場町
駅) Exit 4 (4番出口) on the Meijo Subway Line (地下鉄名城線); or a
5-minute walk from Kamimaezu Stn. (上前津駅) on the Meijo and
Tsurumai Subway lines.
Admission: Free
Assembridge Nagoya 2016
アッセンブリッジ・ナゴヤ2016
Assembridge (a fusion of "assemble" and "bridge") Nagoya is a
festival of music and art held throughout the area between Nagoya
Port Garden Pier district and Tsukiji-guchi. See the official website
for full program details.
When: Thu. 22 Sep. (national holiday) to Sun. 23 Oct.
①Classic concerts (Thu. 22 [national holiday] to Sun. 25 Sep.)
1. Outdoor concerts featuring the Nagoya Philharmonic
Orchestra, Jean-Marc Luisada, Opera Gala Concert (Chubu
Philharmonic Orchestra, etc.), Nagisa Brass Solisten, Miura
Kazuma, Muraji Soichi, and more.
Where: Tsudoi-no-Hiroba (つどいの広場、名古屋市港区港町1-9)
2. Classic concerts around town featuring Michel Béroff,
Omiya Rintaro, Miyasaka Hiroshi, Iwasaki Junna, Park Kyuhee,
Yamane Kazuhito, and more.
Where: Minatobashi Hiroba Koen (港橋広場公園,港区入船1丁
目), Nagoya Port Garden Wharf Port House (名古屋港ガーデン
ふ頭内ポートハウス・ポートビル、
名古屋市港区港町1-9), Port of
Nagoya Aquarium (名古屋港水族館、名古屋市港区港町1番3号),
and other locations.
②Exhibition of modern art – Panoramic Garden – Record
of a Dynamic Ecosystem (Thu. 22 Sep. [national holiday] to
Sun. 23 Oct.)
Featuring LPACK, Olta, Kido Tamotsu, Coracle + Watanabe Eiji,
Shitamichi Motoyuki, Suzuki Yuya, Tamayama Takuro, Tokushige
Michiro, Travel Musica, Nakao Mien, hyslom, Yamamoto Seiko,
and more.
Where: Minatomachi Potluck Building (港まちポットラックビル、港
区名港1-19-23), Former Nagoya Customs Dormitory (旧 名古屋税
港区
関寮、
名古屋市港区浜二丁目4-10), Botão Gallery (ボタンギャラリー、
名港1-15-13) , and other locations.
Website: http://assembridge.nagoya/
In and Around Nagoya - Please note all prices, dates, times, and locations are subject to change Upcoming events
See below for a variety of events in and around Nagoya.
Setomono Matsuri せともの祭
This popular and long-running festival offers a great chance to
purchase some authentic setomono ceramics at cheap prices, and
have a go at decorating your own setomono. On Sat. 10 Sep. (19:10 –
19:50) there will be a fireworks display; in the event of rain, fireworks
will be postponed to Sep. 11 (18:30 – 19:00). There is also the Miss
Setomono Parade on 10 Sep. (15:00 – 16:00).
When: Sat. 10 Sep. (9:00 – 20:00) & Sun. 11 Sep. (9:00 – 19:00)
Where: Around central Seto City (瀬戸市) and various other locations
throughout the city.
Access: Main venue - outside Owari Seto Station (尾張瀬戸駅) on the
Meitetsu Seto Line (名鉄瀬戸線)
Admission: Free
Komakiyama Takigi Noh 小牧山薪能
See outdoor Noh theater (an
intangible cultural property),
performed in a bonfire torch lit
space. A must-see for people
who would like to experience this
traditional Japanese performing
art. Noh is a traditional form of
masked drama that has been
performed since the 14th
Photo courtesy of Komaki Interpreting Volunteer
century. Musical accompaniment
Association
is provided only by a flutist,
several drummers, and a chorus. The event will reproduce the mysterious
beauty of Noh, among the remnants of Oda Nobunaga’s historical
fortifications. An English earphone guidance service will be provided for
foreigners (limited to 30 people; Reservations required - see below).
Program: Noh (Kanze School) – The Celestial Feather Robe; Kyogen (Izumi
School) – The Human Magnet; Noh (Kanze School) – The Ground Spider
When: Sat. 17 Sep. (Gate opens at 16:00; Fire-lighting ceremony at
17:45; Performance 18:00 – 20:00)
Where: Komakiyama Shiseki Kōen (小牧山史跡公園 / Komakiyama
Historic Park) in Komaki City (小牧市) Horinouchi 1-1 (堀の内1-1)
Access: A 15-minute walk west from Komaki Station (小牧駅) on the
Meitetsu Komaki Line (名鉄小牧線).
Admission: Free.
English earphone guidance reservations: E-mail your name, address
and phone number to the Komaki Interpreting Volunteer Association at
[email protected], or call 090-8072-2817 by 16 Sep.
Earphone rental fee: Adults 500 Yen, Students 300 Yen.
The Composite Portrait Ghost かさね写真の幽霊
Produced by Obake Yashiki (haunted house)
Producer Hirofumi Gomi, this attraction takes
advantage of Meiji-Mura’s authentic examples of
Meiji period architecture to create a uniquely
atmospheric horror experience. The chilling story
centers on a composite portrait (かさね写真 /
kasane shashin), a type of photograph that was
popular in the late Meiji period, created by
overlaying portraits of several individuals to form
a generic portrait. Composite portraits were used
in advertisements, and even in crime prevention
to identify faces of potential criminals.
Image courtesy of the Museum
When: Composite Portrait Ghost - Until
Meiji-Mura
Mon. 19 Sep. (Sat., Sun. & national
holidays only; 11:00 - 16:00); The Museum Meiji-Mura open 9:30
- 17:00
Where: Principal's Official Residence, Peers' School (Gakushūin
Chōkan-sha / 学習院長官舎), within the Museum Meiji-Mura (博物館明
治村), Inuyama City (犬山市)
Access: From Inuyama Stn. (犬山駅) East Exit (東口) on the Meitetsu
Inuyama Line (名鉄犬山線), take the Gifu Bus Community (岐阜バスコミュニ
ティ) bound for Meiji-Mura (明治村), disembark at final stop; From Nagoya
(Meitetsu Bus Center / 名鉄バスセンター) take the bus directly to Meiji-Mura
(Buses depart 8:40, 9:40 weekdays; 8:45, 9:40, 10:40 on weekends and
national holidays).
Admission: Meiji-Mura - Adults 1,700 Yen; University students and
Seniors (over 65) 1,300 Yen; Senior HS students 1,000 Yen; Junior HS and
Elementary students 600 Yen; Pre-school aged children free. (※Proof of
age required for Seniors, University and Senior HS students) Composite
Portrait Ghost - 600 Yen (in addition to Meiji-Mura admission).
Website: http://www.meijimura.com/
The 21st Maneki-neko Festival in Seto
第21回来る福招き猫まつりin瀬戸
Maneki-neko are the beckoning cat
talismans, said to bring good
fortune, that can be seen in shops
and homes throughout Japan. This
festival in Aichi Prefecture’s Seto
City, a famous production center
for maneki-neko, features an
impressive exhibition of maneki-neko by 100 domestic and international artists, free maneki-neko face
painting, ever-popular lucky
lunches, and more! There are over
100 events and activities to enjoy as
the entire town is taken over by
maneki-neko!
When: Sat. 24 & Sun. 25 Sep.
Where: Around Owari Seto Stn.
Photo courtesy of Seto City Marutto Museum /
Tourism Association
(尾張瀬戸駅) in Seto City (瀬戸市)
Access: Owari Seto Stn. on the Meitetsu Seto Line (名鉄瀬戸線)
Inquiries: Seto City Marutto Museum / Tourism Association, Phone:
0561-85-2730
Nagoya Reptiles World 2016
ナゴヤレプタイルズワールド2016
Now in its seventh year, this reptile and amphibian event has
something for everyone, from herpetologists to those with a only
casual interest in animals. Not only can you enjoy getting close to
snakes, chameleons, geckos, turtles, frogs and fish, but also find out
how to take care of and enjoy keeping these creatures as pets, with
information sessions, a petting corner, and sales booths.
When: Sat. 24 Sep. and Sun. 25 Sep. (10:00 - 17:00)
Where: Fukiage Hall (吹上ホール)
Access: A 5-minute walk from Fukiage Stn. (吹上駅) Exit 5 (5番出口) on
the Sakura-dori Subway Line (地下鉄桜通線)
Admission: Adults 1,400 (1,200) Yen; Children (Elementary students)
700 (600) Yen; Pre-school aged children free. Prices in ( ) are for
advance purchase tickets, available from Circle K and Sunkus convenience stores (P-Code: 990-352).
Website: http://nagorep.com/ (Japanese)
Animal Creators' Carnival Vol.03
アニマル クリエイターズ カーニバル Vol.03
Animal and knick knack lovers won't be able to resist this charming
event: a market gathering creators producing works with animals as a
motif!
When: Sat. 24 Sep. and Sun. 25 Sep. (10:00 - 17:00)
Where: Fukiage Hall (吹上ホール) 2F Fashion Exhibition Hall 1 (第1ファッ
ション展示場)
Access: A 5-minute walk from Fukiage Stn. (吹上駅) Exit 5 (5番出口) on
the Sakura-dori Subway Line (地下鉄桜通線)
Admission: 500 Yen
Website: http://animal-creators.com (Japanese)
Inquiries: Animal Hyakka Co., Ltd., Phone: 052-228-0910 (Japanese)
The 9th Book Gift Contest in Nagoya /
Tokyo / Kansai 第9回ブック・ギフト
Sponsored by the Jōdo Shū Peace Association, and in the interests of
supporting international students in Japan, this contest aims to “return
the favor” to foreign students who contribute to Japan in various ways
through their exchange of knowledge and culture. The contest awards
the prize to a total of 100 individuals across Nagoya, Tokyo, and
Kansai, awarding successful entrants up to 4 books with a total
combined value of up to 15,000 Yen. To enter, a short essay in
Japanese (which can be handwritten or typed) on the 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 1
Sep. and 30 Sep. The subject of the essay is「日本に来て思うこと」
, “How I
feel after coming to Japan”. Winners must be present for the prize
presentation on Sun. 11 Dec. (for Nagoya entrants).
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September Highlights - Please note all prices, dates, times, and locations are subject to change The 21st Honoo no Saiten
第21回炎の祭典
One of the main
attractions of this
'Festival of the
Flame' is the
tezutsu hanabi
(手筒花火 /
handheld
fireworks), found
throughout the
eastern Mikawa
region, and
Photo courtesy of Honoo no Saiten Executive Committee
which shower
the holder in sparks as they are set off. The huge shafts of flame,
sometimes reaching around 10 meters in height, are on a scale not
seen elsewhere. At around 20:00, some 23 tezutsu hanabi are set
off in unison, a spectacle only seen at this event. Around 220
tezutsu hanabi will be set off over the course of the evening, along
with star mines and a variety of other fireworks.
When: Sat. 10 Sep. (Stalls and stage events - 10:00 - 20:30;
Fireworks events - venue opens 17:00, events 18:00 - 20:30)
Where: Toyohashi Park (豊橋公園) and surrounding area in
Toyohashi City (豊橋市)
Access: From Toyohashi Stn. (豊橋駅) on the JR Tōkaidō Line (JR
東海道本線) and Meitetsu Nagoya Line (名鉄なごや本線), take the
City Tram to Toyohashi Kōen-mae (豊橋公園前, about 9 minutes),
from which the venue is about a 3-minute walk.
Fireworks viewing stand tickets: Infield area 1,000 Yen;
Outfield area 500 Yen. Available on the day, at the venue.
Website: http://www.toyohashi-cci.or.jp/event/honoo/english/
Akiba Festival
秋葉まつり
An annual event
held on a
Sunday in
mid-September,
the daytime
festivities
include
processions of
young men
from the six
local communiPhoto courtesy of Chiryū City Tourism Association
ties bearing
treasure chests and singing as they meander their way through
the streets. As evening falls, the processions converge on
Chiryū Shrine, where a gallant offering of hand-held tezutsu
fireworks is presented (19:00 – 21:00). In addition to the
tezutsu, with shafts of flame over 7 meters high, each
community presents a show of around 200 rapidfire rantama
(乱玉) fireworks.
When: Sun. 18 Sep.
Where: Chiryū Shrine (知立神社) and surrounding area
Access: A 12-minute walk north from Chiryū Stn. (知立駅) on
the Meitetsu Nagoya Line (名鉄名古屋本線)
Owari Yokosuka Festival 尾張横須賀まつり
The main annual festival of Atago
Shrine in Tōkai City. The main
festivities are on Sunday, when floats
featuring karakuri marionettes (each
performing a unique trick such as
firing arrows, instantly transforming
into another character, doing
handstands, etc.) congregate before
the shrine. This is the only float
Photo courtesy of Owari Yokosuka Festival
Preservation Society
festival where you can see the
spectacle of donten (どんてん / turning
of the floats) performed by only four men! Enjoy the fantastic atmosphere of
Sunday’s evening festival, as the floats are decorated with lanterns.
When: Sat. 24 & Sun. 25 Sep.
Where: Atago Shrine (愛宕神社) and surrounding area in Tōkai City (東海
市) Yokosuka-machi (横須賀町) Yonnowari (四ノ割) 23-1
Access: A 5-minute walk northwest from Owari Yokosuka Stn. (尾張横須
賀駅) on the Meitetsu Tokoname Line (名鉄常滑線)
Website: http://yokosukamatsuri.donten.net/index.html (Japanese)
Owari Tsushima Autumn Festival 尾張津島秋まつり
Said to have begun around 300 years ago, a
unique feature of the Owari Tsushima Autumn
Festival is its extravagant traditional floats, or
dashi (山車). Onlookers enjoy the exciting
spectacle of the competing floats, along with
the sight of the floats being turned and
performances of their karakuri marionettes.
Although the floats and karakuri performances
can also be seen on Saturday, the main
festivities are on Sunday. The sight of the
illuminated floats at night is not to be missed.
When: Sat. 1 & Sun. 2 Oct.
Where: Tsushima Shrine (津島神社) in Tsushima
Photo courtesy of Takahama City
Tourism Association
City (津島市)
Access: A 15-minute walk west from
Tsushima Stn. (津島駅) on the Meitetsu Bisai and Tsushima Lines (名鉄尾西・
津島線)
O-Manto Matsuri おまんと祭り
A festive ritual of courage in which young men in
happi (法被 / festive robes) and jikatabi (地下足袋 /
split-toed footwear) try to grab onto galloping
horses and run around the log-fenced arena as one.
Although similar horse-centered o-manto festivals
are held in several places around the Chita Bay
region, those held in Takahama City are known
throughout the country. The Kasuga Shrine
O-Manto Matsuri is a designated Intangible Folk
Cultural Property of Takahama City.
When: Sat. 1 & Sun. 2 Oct.
Where: Kasuga Shrine (春日神社) and
Photo courtesy of Tsushima City
Tourism Association
Yatsurugi Shrine (八剱社) in Takahama City (高
浜市)
Access: A 10-minute walk west from Mikawa Takahama Stn. (三河高浜駅)
on the Meitetsu Mikawa Line (名鉄三河線)
The Foreign Artists Exhibition - Now Accepting
Applications!
外国人芸術作品展 ‒ 作品募集中!
The 31st Foreign Artists Exhibition, FAE 31, is to be held at NIC in early
November (1 to 6 November), so once more the organizers are seeking
painters, potters (especially potters!), photographers, sculptors, printers,
and other fine artists to display their original artworks in the
well-appointed 4th floor Exhibition Room at NIC. For an application form
and guidelines, as well as information as required, please contact:
[email protected], or fax: (052) 774 0483.
Please note, application and guidelines are available on the FAE website at
http://bit.ly/29kSfQf .
Participants in FAE 30 last year will automatically be sent an application
form and guidelines.
The deadline for applications is 24 October.
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September Highlights - Please note all prices, dates, times, and locations are subject to change Yamazaki Mazak Museum of Art: Autumn Exhibition from the Collection
ヤマザキ マザック美術館
「秋の所蔵品展」
Structured to give visitors an overview of three centuries of French art, this exhibition covers the 18th to 20th centuries, from
the Rococo, when old French masters including Watteau, Boucher, Fragonard and Chardin shone, to the Neoclassical painter
Ingres, the representative Romantic painter Delacroix, through Realism, Impressionism, the School of Paris, and more.
The artistic crafts of Art Nouveau that bloomed in late 19th century France are another characteristic of the Museum. Visitors
can savor works of glassware by the representative Art Nouveau glassware artists Émile Gallé and the Daum brothers. In
addition, many pieces of furniture designed by Louis Majorelle and Émile Gallé (including the exclusively designed dining room
of Alexandre Dumas with its shelves, chairs, table, hearth and wall frames) are exhibited in their original state to allow visitors
to experience the works at their leisure.
When: Thu. 1 Sep. to Sun. 13 Nov. (Weekdays 10:00 - 17:30; Sat., Sun. & national holidays 10:00 - 17:00; Last entry 30
minutes before closing.) Closed Mondays and while exhibits are being updated.
Where: The Yamazaki Mazak Museum of Art (ヤマザキ マザック 美術館) in Higashi Ward (東区)
Access: Connected to Shinsakae-machi Station (新栄町駅), Exit 1 (1番出口), on the Subway Higashiyama Line (地下鉄東山線).
Admission: General Admission 1,000 (800) Yen; Persons under 18 years 500 Yen; Pre-school aged children free. Price in ( ) is
for groups of 10 or more. Free audio commentary available.
Amedeo Modigliani, Portrait of Dr. Paul Alexandre, 1909
Website: www.mazak-art.com
Photo courtesy of the Yamazaki Mazak Museum of Art
Nagoya / Boston Museum of Fine Arts: KUNIYOSHI & KUNISADA From the Collection of the
Museum of Fine Arts, Boston「ボストン美術館所蔵 俺たちの国芳 わたしの国貞」
Beginning their competition as apprentices to Utagawa Toyokuni I, Kuniyoshi (1797-1861) and Kunisada (1786-1864)
went on to lead the world of ukiyo-e woodblock prints from the late Edo period to the end of the Tokugawa
shogunate. Although the proud artisan and Edo-ite Kuniyoshi and the gentle and meek Kunisada were opposites in
terms of personality, as friendly rivals they continued to inspire one another, each attaining his own distinct form of
expression. This exhibition looks at the fascination of ukiyo-e, the ultimate embodiment of pop culture of the period,
through 170 of the apprentice brothers' well-preserved and vividly-colored works from the ukiyo-e collection of the
Boston Museum of Fine Arts.
See Kuniyoshi's depictions of heroes and their world that thrilled the boys of Edo, and Kunisada's kabuki actors and
beauties that filled the dreams of the girls of Edo, themes that resonate in the boy's comics and fashion magazines of
today. By delving into the familiar aspects of this world, the exhibition brings ukiyo-e closer than ever before.
When: Sat. 10 Sep. to Sun. 11 Dec. (Weekdays 10:00 - 19:00; Sat., Sun. & national holidays 10:00 - 17:00;
Last entry 30 minutes before closing.) Closed Mondays (or the following business day if Monday falls on a
national holiday).
Where: Nagoya/Boston Museum of Fine Arts (名古屋ボストン美術館), Naka Ward (中区)
Access: A short walk from Kanayama Stn. (金山駅) South Exit (南出口) on the JR Tōkaidō (JR東海道線) and Chuō
Lines (JR中央線), Meitetsu Nagoya Line (名鉄名古屋本線), and Meijo (地下鉄名城線) and Meiko (地下鉄名港線)
subway lines.
Admission: General Admission 1,300 (1,100) Yen; University & Senior HS students 900 (700) Yen; Junior HS &
Elementary school students free. Prices in ( ) are for advance sale tickets (available from ticket agents including
Ticket Pia [P-Code: 767-726] and convenience stores until 9 Sep.), groups of 20 or more, and entry after 17:00
on weekdays.
Utagawa Kunisada, The In-demand Type (Yoku uresô), from the series Thirty-two Physiognomic Types in the Modern World
(Tôsei sanjûni sô), circa 1821, 22
Website: http://www.nagoya-boston.or.jp/
Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Nellie Parney Carter Collection - Bequest of Nellie Parney Carter, 34.489
★See http://bit.ly/IeqtVX for our Ticket Giveaway!
Photograph © Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
Tokugawa Art Museum Special Exhibition: The Best @ Tokugawa 徳川美術館 特別展「ザ・ベスト@トクガワ」
The collections of the Tokugawa Art Museum and Hosa Library (City of Nagoya), consist primarily of the
treasures and books passed down through the Owari Tokugawa family, the daimyō family that was the most
senior of the three branches of the Tokugawa. The priceless exhibits provide an insight into the lifestyle and
culture of an Edo-period daimyō family. See the finest pieces from both collections presented together at this
exhibition in the Tokugawa Art Museum's Masterpiece Collection Exhibition Room and Hosa Library's
Exhibition Room.
When: Thu. 15 Sep. to Sun. 6 Nov. (10:00 - 17:00; Last entry 30 minutes before closing.) Closed Mondays (except 19
Sep. & 10 Oct.) and Tue. 20 Sep. & Tue. 11 Oct.
Where: The Tokugawa Art Museum (徳川美術館) and Hosa Library City of Nagoya (蓬左文庫)in Higashi Ward (東区)
Access: By train: a 10-minute walk from JR Ōzone Station (大曽根駅) South Exit (南出口) on the JR Chuō Line (JR中央本
線). By bus: From Sakae, take a City Bus for Hikiyama (引山) or Shiken'ya (四軒家); Leaving from Stop No. 3, Sakae Bus
Terminal (Oasis 21). Get off at Tokugawaen Shindeki (徳川園新出来) Bus Stop.
Admission: General admission 1,200 Yen, University & Senior HS students 700 Yen, Junior HS students & Elementary
students 500 Yen. Free entry for Elementary, Junior & Senior HS students every Saturday.
Folding Screen with Portrait of Honda Heihachirō
(detail), Edo period, 17th century
Website: http://www.tokugawa-art-museum.jp/ (Japanese)
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2
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8
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Nagoya
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5
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................................ (052)931-1701✩
Hilton
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4
Chikusa
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Exit 10
Hirokoji-Dori
A
C
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Tokai-Dori
Meishi-cho
Route 23
Ring Road
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(Must present residence card and
student ID)
★: Women ¥1,100 on Wednesdays
✩: Women ¥1,100 on Thursdays
●: Women ¥1,000 on Thursdays
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Racetrack
7
Hirokoji-Dori
Nakagawa Canal
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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; some
showings may be dubbed in Japanese for younger audiences. Numbers in < > after the movie listing correspond to the above location guide.
★NOW YOU SEE ME 2
TV-Regular Bilingual
Broadcasts
グランド・イリュージョン 見破られたトリック
Jesse Eisenberg,Mark Ruffalo; dir.Jon M. Chu-From Sep.1
<1><2><9>
★SELF/LESS
セルフレス/覚醒した記憶
Ryan Reynolds,Ben Kingsley; dir.Tarsem Singh-From Sep.1<9>
★GODS OF EGYPT
キング・オブ・エジプト
Nikolaj Coster-Waldau,Brenton Thwaites; dir.Alex Proyas-From
Sep.9<1><2><9>
★LITTLE BOY リトル・ボーイ 小さなボクと戦争
Jakob Salvati,Emily Watson; dir.Alejandro Monteverde-From
Sep.10<7>
★SUICIDE SQUAD
Mark Rylance,Ruby Barnhill; dir.Steven Spielberg-From Sep.17
<1><2>
★MECHANIC: RESURRECTION
メカニック:ワールドミッション
Jason Statham,Tommy Lee Jones; dir.Dennis Gansel-From
Sep.24<9>
★SULLY ハドソン川の奇跡
Tom Hanks,Aaron Eckhart; dir.Clint Eastwood-From Sep.24
<1><2>
Japanese Language
School
#2(NHK Education)
Wed @ 19:25--19:50 / K.C.Undercover
Sat @ 8:35--9:00 / Curious George
Sat @ 18:25--18:50 / The Thundermans
Sat @ 19:00--19:44 / Chikyu Dramatic
[Repeat :Mon@0:00--0:44]
NHK BS1
Mon-Sat @ 7:00--7:50 / World News in Perspective
(Except 9/19.22)
Mon-Fri @ 22:00--22:50 / International News Report
(Except 9/19.22)
スーサイド・スクワッド
Jared Leto,Margot Robbie; dir.David Ayer-From Sep.10
<1><2><4><9>
★THE BFG BFG:ビッグ・フレンドリー・ジャイアント
#3 (NHK)
Everyday @ 19:00--19:30 / News7
Mon-Fri @ 21:00--22:00 / News Watch9
Sun @ 23:00--24:00 / The Musketeers (End 9/11)
Sun @ 23:00--24:00 / War & Peace (Start 9/25)
NHK BS Premium
Wed @ 23:15--23:45 / ONCE UPON A TIME4
(End 9/14)
Wed @ 23:15--23:45 / Reign (Start 9/28)
Sat @ 8:30--9:30 / Empress Ki (Encore broadcast)
Sat @ 17:00--17:45 / ONCE UPON A TIME4
(Encore broadcast) (End 9/17)
#6
(Nagoya TV)
Mon @ 25:59--26:59 / THE FLASH
#10 (TV Aichi)
Sat @ 24:50--25:50 / ARROW
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Movies on TV
1@13:00∼-BSP- WAR AND PEACE
戦争と平和································································ 1956
2@23:45∼-BSP- TOWER HE
I
ST
ペントハウス ····························································· 2011
5@21:00∼-BSP- THES
I
XTHSENSE
シックス・センス ························································ 1999
7@13:00∼-BSP- DONOVAN'SREEF
ドノバン珊瑚礁 ························································· 1962
8@13:00∼-BSP- DAYS OFHEAVEN
天国の日々 ······························································· 1978
9@13:00∼-BSP- FOOTLOOSE
フットルース······························································ 1984
9@23:45∼-BSP- WH
I
PI
T
ローラーガールズ・ダイアリー ································ 2009
12@21:00∼-BSP- THETOUR
I
ST
ツーリスト ································································· 2010
13@13:00∼-BSP- BAD GI
RLS
バッド・ガールズ ························································ 1994
14@13:00∼-BSP- TURBULENCE
乱気流/タービュランス·········································· 1997
17@00:15∼-BSP- FAREWELL,
MYLOVELY
さらば愛しき女よ ····················································· 1975
19@20:30∼-BSP- THE GREAT GATSBY
華麗なるギャツビー ················································· 2013
20@13:00∼-BSP- THE OUTLAW JOSEY WALES
アウトロー································································· 1976
21@13:00∼-BSP- RETURN TO OZ
オズ ··········································································· 1985
22@13:00∼-BSP- THEROCK
ザ・ロック··································································· 1996
24@00:15∼-BSP- WHEREEAGLES DARE
荒鷲の要塞 ······························································· 1968
25@13:00∼-#10- DEEPIMPACT
ディープ・インパクト················································· 1998
26@21:00∼-BSP- TRUE GR
I
T
トゥルー・グリット ······················································ 2010
27@13:00∼-BSP- THE GAME
ゲーム ······································································· 1997
28@13:00∼-BSP- KELLY'SHEROES
戦略大作戦 ······························································· 1970
30@13:00∼-BSP- SEARCH
ING FOR BOBBY F
I
SCHER
ボビー・フィッシャーを探して ··································· 1993
Night, Sunday, & Holiday Emergency
Clinics in Nagoya
休日診療所、
名古屋医師会急病センター
Did you know that emergency treatment is available when
regular medical facilities are closed (on Sundays, national
holidays, during the year-end/new year holiday period, and at
night)?
Make sure you know where your closest clinic is, just in case.
Getting caught out on a Sunday or a holiday can be very
stressful if you aren’t prepared.
A full list of emergency clinics can be found at
http://bit.ly/emergency-nagoya-clinics.
If you require any further information, you can contact NIC on
052-581-0100 or e-mail: [email protected].
Living in Nagoya - Please note all prices, dates, times, and locations are subject to change Be prepared - Prevent your furniture from falling over
家具などの転倒防止対策をしましょう
To prevent furniture from falling or
moving in an earthquake, take measures
to fix furniture in place.
Eye bolt
Twine
Stud
Securing with an eye bolt
Use an eye bolt with strong twine,
etc. to fix things in place.
Adhesive mat
Secure items by laying
adhesive mat under
them
Stud
L-shaped
bracket
It's also important to
think about where to
place furniture to
prevent injuries, for
example not placing
furniture next to
bedding (especially
near the pillow end).
Shatterproof film
Items could
fall on you
Inquiries: City of Nagoya Fire Bureau Prevention
Division,
Phone: 052-972-3543 (Japanese)
'Women Only' cars now in operation on
the Subway Meijo and Meiko Lines
名城線・名港線の女性専用車両運行について
'Women Only' cars are a measure introduced to prevent incidences
of harassing behavior on the subway.
In order to ensure that all passengers can feel at ease when
traveling on the subway, the City of Nagoya Transportation Bureau
has extended the operation of 'Women Only' cars (previously
operating only on the Higashiyama Line) to the Meijo and Meiko
Lines.
In addition to women, 'Women Only' cars may also be used by the
following people.
・Pre-school-aged boys in the accompaniment of women
・Men with disabilities accompanied by a female caregiver
・Male caregivers accompanying women with disabilities
Operating times for 'Women Only' cars on the Meijo and
Meiko Lines
Weekdays, from the first train until 9:00
Operating times for 'Women Only' cars on the Higashiyama
Line
Weekdays, from the first train until the last train
Door
fastener
for
swinging
doors
The Second JLPT in 2016 (December)
2016年第2回日本語能力試験
The Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) is the largest-scale
Japanese-language test for evaluating and certifying the Japanese
proficiency of non-native speakers in the world. Whether you’re
just curious about the level of your Japanese ability, or would like
certification of your Japanese skills as a qualification for future
employment, the JLPT is a good way to measure your Nihongo
skills.
The JLPT is conducted twice a year, in July and December. Applications for the December Test close on September 30, so if you’re
thinking of sitting the examination, it’s time to get your application
together.
There are five levels of the test, from N5 through to N1 (N1 being
the most advanced). For more information on the JLPT, the
registration process, suggestions for textbooks to help you prepare,
and some sample questions to help you decide which level to aim
for, check out the official website.
When: Sun. 4 Dec.
Application period: From Thu. 1 Sep. until Fri. 30 Sep.
How to apply: By post or the Internet; see the official Japanese
Language Proficiency Test website below for full details.
Examination fee: 5,500 Yen (including tax)
Website: http://www.jlpt.jp/e/index.html
Free Guided Tour of Nagoya 定期に開催しているガイドツアー
Aichi Goodwill Guides Network (AGGN) offers free English-speaking
tours of sightseeing spots around Nagoya. No guide fees required,
but all entrance fees, transportation, food & drink costs for guides
on private tours are paid by person(s) requesting guide service.
Info & reservations contact: [email protected] or 0561-75-6977
(Tel & Fax).
■Regular Tour (no reservations needed): Tours of Nagoya Castle depart
daily at 13:00 from Nagoya Castle East Gate. Entrance fee 500 Yen.
■Private Tours also available (reservations are required at least 7
days in advance)
Aichi Gogaku Volunteers Seminar (AGVS)
愛知語学ボランティアセミナー
Services include:
1) Interpreters for workshops, school meetings, and conferences.
2) Translators for websites, documents and academic reports.
3) Volunteer tour guides to facilities and sightseeing spots in and
around Aichi Prefecture.
To see if AGVS can help, please e-mail [email protected] also
check http://aichigogakuvolunteers.web.fc2.com/
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Bulletin Board
★ About Notice Submissions - This is a free service -
You can submit and renew notices in person at the NIC Information Counter or via our website at www.nic-nagoya.or.jp/en/bulletinboard.
Submissions for commercial purposes & job hiring are not accepted. The NIC is not responsible for any problems that arise between parties
placing notices & their respondents, and NIC reserves the right to refuse or edit notices.
Cultural Learning Opportunities
★ Hana-no-ki-kai - Ikebana classes every 4th Sunday of the
month 13:00 - 16:00 near Kanayama station. Only actual cost
charged for materials. Reservations to Ms. Suzuki at
0562-93-0310 or Fax to 0562-93-5214.
★ Ikebana Communications - enjoy your stay in Japan &
make new friends by learning Ikebana. We meet every 2nd &
4th Sat 2pm to 8pm near Nagoya International Center Bldg.
Fee 1400 Yen per class. To join, please call Mimi
090-4867-4264, Ms. Wakita 052-581-6071 or Miki
090-7954-2892
★ Japanese Home Cooking Class, Ikebana & Tea
Ceremony in English - Learn to use the different sauces &
spices common to traditional Japanese home-cooked dishes.
Flower arranging & tea ceremony lessons available; private or
group lessons OK. Call Hideko at 052-211-2586.
★ Move for Health - Various Latin style dances. Easily swing
your body to the rhythm. 7-minute walk from Yagoto St. on
Saturday afternoon. 500 yen/hour fellowship fee. Contact
[email protected] (Rohas)
★ Nagoya Swings - Going strong for 10 years, the biggest
international dance group based in Aichi. Dedicated to jazz
swing dance in its many styles. Meets every month in
Fushimi. Bilingual dance lessons, all skill levels. You don't
need a partner, just a will to dance. Email:
[email protected]; Facebook: Nagoya Swings
★ Cooking Classes "Cosmetic Foods" - Predigested
Cooking Method. If you desire to cook healthy and speedily,
welcome! Limited participants. 2,000 Yen (Spices & olive oil
included). For more info, contact Labidi Designer Chef
([email protected]). Something you never tried before!
English Rakugo - Traditional Japanese comic storytelling.
Sun. 2 Oct. (19:00~) at Nagoya International Center 5F Conference Room 1. Admission 3,000 Yen. Reservations - NPO
International Cross Culture Promotion Center, Phone:
080-1559-9744 / E-mail: [email protected]
Jen's American Home Cooking - Sun. 11 Sep.
(18:30-20:30) at Will Aichi 2F Cooking Studio (near subway
Shiyakusho Stn.). Limited to 20 places. Fee 3,000 Yen.
Reservations - NPO International Cross Culture Promotion
Center, Phone: 080-1559-9744 / E-mail:
[email protected]
Kurokawa Japanese Language Class – Apr.-Sep. Fee 5,000 Yen for
20 lessons 18:30 to 20:15 every Thu. (Wed. from Oct.) at Kita Ward office 6F.
An 8-minute walk from Subway Kurokawa Stn., Exit 1. Website:
http://kurokawa2015.webcrow.jp/
E-mail: [email protected]
★ Private Japanese Lessons (HHAHJ) Private lessons 1 to 1, every day (Time
negotiable between 9:00 and 21:00), all levels, 2800 Yen per 5 hours. At
WillAichi, Nadya Park or Nagoya Int’l Center. Other places in Aichi negotiable.
Native Japanese teacher. Free trial class! Call: 052-710-7479, email:
[email protected].
★ Iroha Nihongo-no-Kai - Japanese lessons on Thu., 10:30-12:00 at
Nadya Park, 6F NPO Center. Located opposite Yaba Park, Exit 6 at
Yaba-cho Subway Stn. Call Sionoya 090-6595-1578 or O’Brien
052-851-3436; e-mail: [email protected]
Hills Nihongo de Walk - Japanese lessons available at Yumeria
Tokushige 3F, next to Tokushige Stn. on Sakura-dori Line. On Fri. at 18:30
to 20:10. New term starts Sep. 2. Beginners to Advanced. Please
contact:[email protected] (Kumiko);
http://hillsnihongo.wix.com/hills-nihongo-class
Sports & Outdoor Clubs
★ "The Push-Up Brahs", Nagoya - a calisthenics and body weight
training bootcamp. All fitness levels welcome, Brahs are not gender
biased, just be ready to work. Meet at Tsurumai JR entrance, email Mike:
[email protected] for details.
★ Nagoya Futsal - A friendly game of 6-a-side football with players
from around the world, near Nagoya station. Sun. from 16:00-18:00,
and weekday nights from 21:00-22:00. Come and improve your soccer
skills! Facebook: "Nagoya Futsal"; or email Chris at:
[email protected]
★ Nagoya International Volleyball Club - A friendly, non-competitive,
mixed game of volleyball for foreigners and Japanese people living in
Nagoya. Meet on Sundays twice a month. Open to men and women of
all levels. Get some exercise, have some fun and meet people of different
nationalities. Find us on Facebook. E-mail: [email protected]
★ Shonai FC & Sunday Shonai. Free Kickabout/Pickup football/soccer
every Sun. 3:30pm at Shonai Ryokuchi Koen (Tsurumai Line) All levels.
Behind the athletics track. Facebook ”shonaifc” or email Gary
[email protected]
★ Nagoya International Badminton Club – This club is
non-competitive, just for fun. Meet new people, make friends and get
some exercise. Beginners and non-players also welcome. Find us on
Facebook. E-mail: [email protected]
Other Services and Assistance Available for Foreigners
★ Al Anon- for families and friends of alcoholics. Meets at
Mikokoro Center in Marunouchi. Contact Nancy at
[email protected] or Mikokoro Center at 052-971-0334.
★ Nagoya International Alcoholics Anonymous - Think you
have a problem with alcohol? Call @ 090-9938-0596. Open
English meeting weekly on Sunday, 7 pm. http://ow.ly/sgiW1
Free Advisory Service for Foreign Parents and
Parents-to-be by Midwives - New to Japan? Pregnant?
Unfamiliar with the language? You can ask questions, talk over
any worries or difficulties with midwives. When: Sat. 17 Sep.
Where: Nagoya International Center Conference Room 4.
Inquiries:[email protected]
Japanese Language Classes
"Aichi Nihongo no Kai" Japanese Conversation Class Mon. 10:00 - 11:30 at Aichi Kankokujin Kaikan 4F Kita-kaigishitsu near Kamejima Stn. Exit 4. Introductory, beginner, & intermediate
courses. 2,600 Yen in total for all 13 lessons. Term: Sep. 5 to Dec.
12. Join any time. Call Keiko 090-9173-8136 or e-mail
[email protected]
"A-Ka-Sa-Ta-Na" Japanese Conversation Class - Thu.
from 10:30 to 12:00 at Aichi Int'l Plaza; 2 blocks west of
Shiyakusho Stn. Exit 5. Classes Sep. 8 to Dec. 15, 2,600 Yen for
13 lessons. Join anytime. Email: [email protected]
Call Natsukawa (090-9124-6368) or Okachi (052-521-8584)
★ “Kotoba-no-kai” - for non-native speakers of Japanese on
Wednesdays & Fridays (intermediate level and up) from 10:00-11:30
@ E-ABLE Nagoya (previously Nagoya-shi Josei Kaikan); A 3 minute
walk from Higashi Betsuin Station exit 1 on the Meijo Subway Line.
1500 Yen for 15 classes. Call Sachiko at 052-805-8134.
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Meeting & Activities
★Nagoya Meet and Greet – A monthly lunch where 40+ women of
various nationalities, interests, and ages gather to meet, eat, and greet.
Great for new arrivals and those seeking new friends. Children’s play
area available. English is the language of communication. E-mail:
[email protected]
★ Nagoya International Success Group - A friendly international
group of people who are keen on learning and have a high teach ability
index. Contact: [email protected]
Website: http://www.meetup.com/Nagoya-International-Success-Group/
★ Helping Orphans in Nagoya - If you are interested in spending time
with some fantastic children and huge hearted volunteers, both from the
international community as well as local Japanese, we welcome you to
volunteer with Santa and Friends Nagoya. Please visit our website!
www.santaandfriendsnagoya.com
★ Shirayuri Association - providing educational and cultural services to
both Turkish and Japanese societies in order to promote the Turkish
community in Japan, and further friendship between Turkish & Japanese
communities. Located in Yabuta-cho, Moriyama Ku - Tel/fax 052-710-9808.
★ Sakae Toastmasters Club - An international club that aims to develop
leadership and English communication skills in a no-pressure atmosphere.
We meet 2nd/4th Wednesdays from 19:00-21:00 at Nadya Park. Attend one
of our club meetings. Contact Rina 080-3647-6996 or email
[email protected]
★ Cross Cultural Exchange Association - An organization dedicated to
promoting cultural exchange, international understanding and friendships
amongst women of all nationalities living in the Nagoya area. With monthly
social activities, general meetings and special interest groups, there's
something for everyone! E-mail: [email protected] Website:
cceanagoya.com
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★ Discuss and Debate Club - We discuss Japan and the world in
English every Saturday or Sunday(19:00-20:30) in Anjo. Contact
SETO 08051322377
★ The Nagoya Players – We are an English-language all
volunteer community theatre group. Whether you want to act,
direct, crew, or just watch the show, we welcome new
members! Staging 2 shows a year plus social functions in
between. Contact us at www.nagoyaplayers.org for information.
★ Nagoya English Forum - Weekly meeting for discussion in
English. Every Saturday 15:00-17:00 at Nagoya International
Center. Fee: 500 Yen. Details are available at
https://www.facebook.com/NagoyaEnglishForum/
★ Current Affairs Discussion Group - Let’s talk about Current
Affairs; local, national, international.
E-mail: [email protected]
★ Zero G™ - An intermingling platform of chatty real people,
from different cultures, speaking different languages, meet
every weekend, to share ideas and opinions and learn.
Contact Queen or Sato ([email protected]).
★ Language Exchange Club EJ - A social group for people
(Japanese and Foreigners) in and around Nagoya who want to
learn Japanese and English. Every 2nd Thu. from 19:00-21:00
at Co-op Aichi Motoyama 3F near Motoyama Stn. Exit 4.
Admission 100yen/ time. Website:
https://sites.google.com/site/motoyamaej/ Email: [email protected]
★ Language Exchange (LanEx) - For those who want to
practice English and Japanese conversation with each topic.
Please come and join us every Sun. from 14:00. Friendly
atmosphere. 5 min. from Nagoya Stn.
http://wwjtesther.wix.com/lanex
Aichi Vision 2016 - Annual charity festival with great
music, art, craft, theatre, magic and children's activities. Enjoy
a day in the park & support local charities. Sun. 18 Sep. (12:30
start) in Tsuruma Park. Advance tickets Adults 1,500 Yen
(2,000 Yen on day) available via Ticket Pia (P-Code: 633-327);
school children free.
Website: www.aichivision.org
Family Groups
★ Chayagasaka Cooperative English Playgroup - for
children 0 to 6 with at least one (English speaking) non-Japanese parent. Wednesday mornings near Chayagasaka Station;
500 yen per session. Games, songs, snacks and crafts. Email:
[email protected] Website:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/chayagasaka_playgroup/
★ German Playgroup for children of all ages meets 10-12
on the last Sunday of each month. Contact Oliver at
[email protected]
★ Nagoya Foreign Fathers - Father / child activity group.
Meets one Sunday a month for fun activity. Fostering dual
nationality and international culture. Common language is
English. Sign up via our Facebook group.
★ Nakamura English Playgroup - Meets on the 2nd & 4th
Saturdays of the month 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]
Website: http://nkenglishplaygroup.wordpress.com
★ Nagoya Girl Scouts - Through Girl Scouts of America
Overseas, a girl scouts unit has been established in Nagoya to
serve the English-speaking youth of the community. Open to
girls ages 5 through 12 of all nationalities. Full information at
http://girlscouts-nagoya.org/
Boy & Cub Scouts #758 - Visit our Family Day on Sun. 11
Sep. (11:00 - 15:00) to learn about English-language scouting
in Nagoya. Scouting activities, games, garage sale - fun for the
whole family. Contact [email protected] for details
and directions.
Places of Worship
★ Nagoya International Baptist Church (NIBC), is located
in Tenpaku Ku. Free Japanese Class (adults), Sunday School
(adults & children), Afternoon Service & Ladies Bible Study
www.nibc.japanforchrist.com for details.
- Calvary Baptist Church (CBC) is also located in Tenpaku
Ku. Sunday School (adult & children), Morning Service, Free
English Class www.cbcnagoya.japanforchrist.com for
details.
For phone enquiries in Japanese or English, please call
052-801-8064 or 080-3650-5539
★ Nagoya Orthodox Church In Showa-ku, near Subway Tsurumai Line,
Arahata Stn. or Tsurumai Stn. Vespers on Sat. 17:30. Holy Liturgy on Sun.
at 10:00. For more information, please call Fr. Gregory Ito at
(052)734-9000 or e-mail:
[email protected]
Website: http://www.orthodox-jp.com/nagoya/
★ All Nations Fellowship - International bilingual (English / Japanese)
church community. Our Bible-based teachings are focused on the good
news of God's grace for all people. Nagakute Campus - Meets every
Sun. 10:30; Bilingual Sunday School (ages 4-12); See website for current
location. Downtown Campus - Meets every Sun. 16:00 (bilingual toddler
time during service) at Christ Bible Institute 2F, 10 minutes' walk from
Nagoya Stn. Website: www.allnationsfellowship.net
Contact: [email protected]
★ Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: Services each Sunday
near Gokiso Station, at Kitayama-cho 3-41; tel. 052-732-5176. Sacrament
Meeting at 10:00, followed by 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 (3F Room 3) at 10:00. Call Pastor Bede at 080-5139-6777
★ Mikokoro (Sacred Heart) International Catholic Center Nagoya English Masses every 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 - Inter-denominational Evangelical
Fellowship with English; bilingual messages 3rd & 4th Sun.; bilingual
children's Sunday School. At Nishi Lifelong Learning Center, Joshin
Subway Station, exit 6. Service starts at 10:30 AM. Contact: Willie
Gonzales 090-2579-1007 or http://nefchurch.org.
★ Indonesian Catholic Community - hosts Indonesian mass once a
month (every 4th Sunday) in Johokubashi Catholic Church at 12:30 pm, 8
minute walk from Meijo Koen station exit 1. For more detail please email
us at [email protected]
★ Nagoya All Saints International Church - Weekly opportunity for
personal renewal, spiritual growth and soulful refreshment. All are
welcome. Worship in English 17:00 every Sun., followed by fellowship.
Located in Imaike nearest to Imaike station, exit 9. Website:
nagoyaallsaintsinternationalchurch.com; Phone: 080-4527-3464;
E-mail: [email protected]
★ Nagoya International Christian Assembly near Gokiso and Fukiage
Stations has Sunday Services in English 08:30 to 10:30 - singing, preaching, Bible study, & fellowship. 18:30 to 20:30 - praise & worship. Filipino
(Tagalog) Bible study 1st Sundays at 16:00.
Website: www.nicachurch.org
★ Nagoya Mosque - hosts Muslim Friday Prayers & is open for five-time
prayers Khutba at 12:30 & Prayer at 12:40. Halal meat & Islamic literature
are also available. Honjin Station, exit 3 Call 052-486-2380 Website:
http://nagoyamosque.com
★ Nagoya Port Mosque – Fri. Prayer Khutba from 12:30. Open for five
time prayers, every Sat. special speech & dinner after Isha Prayer. Children’s
Arabic lessons Sat. On Route 23, between Hojin & Juichiya traffic lights,
next to overhead crossing; parking available (10 cars), except Fri. (11:30 14:00). 15-minute walk from Inaei Aonami Line Station. Address: Nagoya,
Minato-Ku, Zennan-Cho 33-3. Tel: 090-3251-5381
★ The IMMANUEL Christian Fellowship is an evangelical fellowship
that welcomes Filipinos and English speaking people. Experience: warm
fellowship, lively praise & worship songs, practical Tagalog & English
sermon and Bible story lessons for your Japanese speaking kids. Worship
service @1:00 pm. Contact Pastor Solito at 090-8540-8260 or visit
www.icfnagoya.org
★ His Call International Church - Hillsong Network Church Services for
all ages in Japanese, English & Chinese. SUN: 9am, 11am, 2pm. WED:
7:30pm. Free Language Exchange. Children's Church. 1 minute walk from
Osu Kannon station exit 4. WEB: hiscallchurch.com TEL: 052-228-7780
★ Aichi St. Luke's Anglican / Episcopal Church - English language
service on the 2nd Sun. of every month @ 17:00. A 5 minute walk from
Owariasahi Stn., Meitetsu Seto Line. Inquiries: e-mail: [email protected];
Website: http://www.nskk.org/chubu/alc/church/regular-service;
Tel: 0561-53-8937
★ Nagoya Christian Latin Church - Bilingual services (Spanish/Japanese),
Latin American Pastor. Chita – (near Asakura Stn.) Sat. evenings from
20:00. Nagoya – (near Jingū-mae Stn.) Sun. mornings from 10:00. Read
and understand the Bible in Spanish. All welcome. Contact Pastor Carlos
Baron at [email protected]
★ Nagoya Union Church - Join with Christians from many countries for
worship & fellowship in English. Bible studies, small groups and Sunday
school also available. Sunday worship at 16:00 at Kinjo church near
Shinsakae and Takaoka stations.
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.nagoyaunionchurch.com/
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