Indiana
The Japan America Society of Indiana presents a seminar in Japanese for Japanese executives and managers working stateside entitled JETRO & Barnes and Thornburg Japanese Management Seminar: What You Need to Know for Your Employment Practice During the Economic Turndown.
When: August 6, 2008
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: Hyatt Regency Indianapolis
One South Capital Avenue
Indianapolis, IN
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The Japan America Society of Indiana also presents a seminar on Japanese Monozukuri Practices for the Automotive Industry.
When: August 26, 2008
11:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Where: Hyatt Regency Indianapolis
One South Capital Avenue
Indianapolis, IN
Iowa
The Japan America Society of Iowa presents a performance by the MU Daiko group at the Iowa State Fair.
When: August 11, 2008
3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
Where: Bill Reilly Stage
Iowa State Fairgrounds
E. 30th Street & E. University Avenue
Des Moines, IA
Kansas
The Japan Council of Greater Kansas City presents Japanese Heritage Night at the K.This event includes a performance by a Taiko group and a Bon Odori Dance Festival, among other things.
When: August 4, 2008
4:30 PM
Where: Kauffman Baseball Stadium
Kansas City, Kansas
(Map)
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
Chicago Events - August
Culture
From August 5 through October 25, 2008, The Art Institute of Chicago will be hosting a very interesting exhibition entitled Yokohama-e: 19th Century Prints of Americans in Japan.
Don't miss this unique chance to see Americans through Japanese eyes!
When: August 5 - October 25, 2008
Where: Gallery 107
Art Institute of Chicago
111 South Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60603
Community
The Japanese-American Service Committee and the Nikkei Japanese-American Community are hosting a picnic to celebrate their heritage! All are welcome!
When: August 2, 2008
10 am - sunset
Where: LaBagh Woods Forest Preserve, Grove #1
(Map)
Business
The Japan America Society of Chicago will host a speech and Q&A session with the President of Boeing Japan, Nicole Piaseki, entitled Boeing and Japan: A Global Benchmark for Strategic Industrial Collaboration.
When: August 14, 2008
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: The Conference Center at UBS Tower
One North Wacker Drive, Second Floor (Michigan Ballroom)
Chicago, IL 60606
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Join in on the Japan America Society of Chicago's Suburban Meishi (Business Card) Exchange for networking and fun!
When: August 28, 2008
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Where: Peggy Kinnane's Irish Restaurant and Pub
8 N. Vail Avenue
Arlington Heights, IL, 60005
Cuisine
Calling all foodies! Come enjoy a unique and delicious dinner of Japanese fusion cuisine prepared by famous chef, Takashi Yagihashi! The dinner will include a presentation by Takashi on his backgrounds in the culinary arts.
When: August 19, 2008
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Where: Takashi Restaurant
1952 N. Damen Avenue
Chicago, IL
Special Occasion
To welcome the newly-arrived Consul General of Japan, The Honorable Mr. George Hisaeda, a reception has been planned by the Japan America Society of Chicago. Hors D'oeuvres will be served and a cash bar will be available for guests.
When: August 20, 2008
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Mid-America Club
200 E. Randolph Drive, 80th Floor
Chicago, IL
From August 5 through October 25, 2008, The Art Institute of Chicago will be hosting a very interesting exhibition entitled Yokohama-e: 19th Century Prints of Americans in Japan.
Don't miss this unique chance to see Americans through Japanese eyes!
When: August 5 - October 25, 2008
Where: Gallery 107
Art Institute of Chicago
111 South Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60603
Community
The Japanese-American Service Committee and the Nikkei Japanese-American Community are hosting a picnic to celebrate their heritage! All are welcome!
When: August 2, 2008
10 am - sunset
Where: LaBagh Woods Forest Preserve, Grove #1
(Map)
Business
The Japan America Society of Chicago will host a speech and Q&A session with the President of Boeing Japan, Nicole Piaseki, entitled Boeing and Japan: A Global Benchmark for Strategic Industrial Collaboration.
When: August 14, 2008
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: The Conference Center at UBS Tower
One North Wacker Drive, Second Floor (Michigan Ballroom)
Chicago, IL 60606
* * *
Join in on the Japan America Society of Chicago's Suburban Meishi (Business Card) Exchange for networking and fun!
When: August 28, 2008
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Where: Peggy Kinnane's Irish Restaurant and Pub
8 N. Vail Avenue
Arlington Heights, IL, 60005
Cuisine
Calling all foodies! Come enjoy a unique and delicious dinner of Japanese fusion cuisine prepared by famous chef, Takashi Yagihashi! The dinner will include a presentation by Takashi on his backgrounds in the culinary arts.
When: August 19, 2008
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Where: Takashi Restaurant
1952 N. Damen Avenue
Chicago, IL
Special Occasion
To welcome the newly-arrived Consul General of Japan, The Honorable Mr. George Hisaeda, a reception has been planned by the Japan America Society of Chicago. Hors D'oeuvres will be served and a cash bar will be available for guests.
When: August 20, 2008
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Where: Mid-America Club
200 E. Randolph Drive, 80th Floor
Chicago, IL
Wednesday, July 9, 2008
Midwest Events - July & August
This summer boasts lots of fun, Japan-related events!
Culture
Malott Japanese Garden Family Sundays
Don't miss these hands-on, interactive events held throughout the summer at the Chicago Botanical Gardens! Families can enjoy learning about Japanese culture and arts in the lovely setting of the Malott Japanese Garden.
July 20, August 3, September 7 and 21, and October 5
11 AM - 4 PM
Chicago Botanical Gardens
1000 Lake Cook Road
Glencoe, IL
Also at the Chicago Botanical Gardens...
Malott Japanese Garden Summer Festival
A Summer tribute to Japanese festivals, music, stories, and many other aspects of Japanese culture.
August 16 and 17
10 AM - 4 PM
Chicago Botanical Gardens
1000 Lake Cook Road
Glencoe, IL
And, while you're at the Chicago Botanical Gardens, don't forget to stop by the Mid-America Bonsai Show and Sale!
August 15
Noon - 5 PM: Show
9 AM - 5 PM: Sale
August 16 and 17
9 AM - 5 PM: Show and Sale
Music
Tsukasa Youth Performances
Amazing performances by a skilled youth group of Taiko drummers. Admission is FREE!
August 2
Mitsuwa Obon Festival Performance
Mitsuwa Marketplace
100 E. Algonquin Rd.
Arlington Heights, IL
August 17
12 PM and 2 PM
Millenium Park
Chicago, IL
Business
Building Global Brands In Japan: Lessons Learned From Kellogg's and McDonalds
A speech by and a Q & A session with Ken G. Kabira, Former Chief Marketing Officer of McDonald's Japan sponsored by the Japan-America Society of Chicago.
July 10
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Komatsu America Corporation
Second Floor
1701 W. Golf Road
Rolling Meadows, IL, 60008
Energy and Natural Resources: How Does a Price Hike in Energy Affect the Global Economy?
A speech by and a Q & A session with Yoshihiko Kawamura, Senior Vice President and General Manager of the Mitsubishi International Corporation, sponsored by the Japan-America Society of Chicago.
July 31
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP
525 W. Monroe St.
Chicago, IL, 60661
Religion
Buddhist Service and Q & A Session at the Midwest Buddhist Temple
July 27
10:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Midwest Buddhist Temple
435 W. Menomonee St.
Chicago, IL, 60614
Commemorations
Commemmorations of Nagasaki and Hiroshima sponsored by Nagasaki's sister city, St. Paul, Minnesota
August 5 and 6
Commememorations of Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings
Lyndale Peace Park Garden, St. Paul, Minnesota
August 5, 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM, Commemoration activities
August 6, 7:30 AM - 7:30 PM, Commemoration activities
Lake Harriet Bandshell, St. Paul, Minnesota
August 6, 7:30 PM, Concert for Peace
August 9
10:30 AM
Commemoration of Nagasaki bombing
Global Harmony Labyrinth at Como Park in St. Paul, Minnesota
Culture
Malott Japanese Garden Family Sundays
Don't miss these hands-on, interactive events held throughout the summer at the Chicago Botanical Gardens! Families can enjoy learning about Japanese culture and arts in the lovely setting of the Malott Japanese Garden.
July 20, August 3, September 7 and 21, and October 5
11 AM - 4 PM
Chicago Botanical Gardens
1000 Lake Cook Road
Glencoe, IL
Also at the Chicago Botanical Gardens...
Malott Japanese Garden Summer Festival
A Summer tribute to Japanese festivals, music, stories, and many other aspects of Japanese culture.
August 16 and 17
10 AM - 4 PM
Chicago Botanical Gardens
1000 Lake Cook Road
Glencoe, IL
And, while you're at the Chicago Botanical Gardens, don't forget to stop by the Mid-America Bonsai Show and Sale!
August 15
Noon - 5 PM: Show
9 AM - 5 PM: Sale
August 16 and 17
9 AM - 5 PM: Show and Sale
Music
Tsukasa Youth Performances
Amazing performances by a skilled youth group of Taiko drummers. Admission is FREE!
August 2
Mitsuwa Obon Festival Performance
Mitsuwa Marketplace
100 E. Algonquin Rd.
Arlington Heights, IL
August 17
12 PM and 2 PM
Millenium Park
Chicago, IL
Business
Building Global Brands In Japan: Lessons Learned From Kellogg's and McDonalds
A speech by and a Q & A session with Ken G. Kabira, Former Chief Marketing Officer of McDonald's Japan sponsored by the Japan-America Society of Chicago.
July 10
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Komatsu America Corporation
Second Floor
1701 W. Golf Road
Rolling Meadows, IL, 60008
Energy and Natural Resources: How Does a Price Hike in Energy Affect the Global Economy?
A speech by and a Q & A session with Yoshihiko Kawamura, Senior Vice President and General Manager of the Mitsubishi International Corporation, sponsored by the Japan-America Society of Chicago.
July 31
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP
525 W. Monroe St.
Chicago, IL, 60661
Religion
Buddhist Service and Q & A Session at the Midwest Buddhist Temple
July 27
10:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Midwest Buddhist Temple
435 W. Menomonee St.
Chicago, IL, 60614
Commemorations
Commemmorations of Nagasaki and Hiroshima sponsored by Nagasaki's sister city, St. Paul, Minnesota
August 5 and 6
Commememorations of Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings
Lyndale Peace Park Garden, St. Paul, Minnesota
August 5, 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM, Commemoration activities
August 6, 7:30 AM - 7:30 PM, Commemoration activities
Lake Harriet Bandshell, St. Paul, Minnesota
August 6, 7:30 PM, Concert for Peace
August 9
10:30 AM
Commemoration of Nagasaki bombing
Global Harmony Labyrinth at Como Park in St. Paul, Minnesota
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