Tsugaru Shamisen
The Shamisen is a traditional three-string guitar-like instrument, but with a generally much slimmer longer fretless neck than the guitar. The body of the shamisen varies in shape and size, often shaped similar to a drum, rounded but shallow, and is covered with skin on the front and back, traditionally cat or dog. The strings are usually made of silk, but these days nylon is often used on cheaper models. The sound it produces is a unique twang similar to a banjo. If you would like to hear a...
Read MoreKobe International Fair 2008
On March 15th, from 1pm to 6:30pm at the Kobe International House in Chuo Ward, Kobe, and on March 16th, from 11am to 5pm at the Duo Dome and the Space Theater in Chuo Ward, Kobe there will be an International Fair. Admission is Free. Call (078) 291-8441 for more information. Technorati tags: fair, international fair, kobe,...
Read MoreInternational Exchange Day in Nishinomiya
On February 17th, from 10am to 4pm, there will be bazaars and exhibits put on by international groups and non-profit organizations, an English rakugo performance, a seminar for foreigners on disaster prevention, a game on environmentally friendly shopping and other events at Frente Nishinomiya in Nishinomiya, Hyogo. Admission is free. Call Nishinomiya City International Association at (0798)32-8680 for more information.
Read MoreKimono Seminar
On February 24 from 2pm to 4pm there will be a Kimono Seminar at the Suita YMCA Senri Center in Suita, Osaka. A professional tutor will teach foreigners how to wear kimono. Members of Bridges, an international exchange group, will help the particpants in English. Cost: 2500 yen Reservations are necessary and should be made by February 15. To make a reservation, email: usagi9999@yahoo.co.jp
Read MoreMarc Chagall Exhibit in Nara
There will be a Marc Chagall exhibit until December 16, 2007 at the Nara Prefectural Museum of Art in Nara. About 120 pieces are on display from 9am to 5pm on most days except for Fridays and Saturdays which is open from 9am to 9pm. However, the museum is closed on Mondays. An entrance fee of 1300 yen is necessary. Call (0742) 23-3968 for more information. [singlepic=1,320,240,,left]
Read MoreMusic Festival
Foreign students studying in Osaka Prefecture will display their traditional dances and music performances at Sayaka Hall in Osakasayama, Osaka on December 16 from 2pm to 4pm. Admission into the hall is Free! For those interested in joining or viewing the performances, call MIN-ON Concert Association Kansai at (06) 6761-0289.
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