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SUMMARY:Contemporary Wood-Carved NETSUKE
DESCRIPTION:Contemporary Wood-Carved NETSUKE Exhibition produced and presented by The Japan Foundation \nSeptember 15 – December 16\, 2023\nAdmission: FREE Gallery Hours: Hourly timeslots starting at 11:30 AM\, 12:30 PM\, 1:30PM\, 2:30 PM\, 3:30 PM (4:30 PM and 5:30 PM on Thursdays) \nOur gallery exhibition is open on Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, Fridays\, and Saturdays. We closed on Sundays\, Mondays\, and Wednesdays. We are also closed on select Saturdays: September 30-October 1 (weekend of National Day of Truth and Reconciliation)\, October 7-9 (Thanksgiving weekend)\, November 11-12 (Remembrance Day weekend) \nLibrary & Gallery Opening Hours\n\n\n\n\n	MondayCLOSED\n\n\n	Tuesday11:30am to 4:30pm\n\n\n	WednesdayCLOSED\n\n\n	Thursday11:30am to 6:30pm\n\n\n	Friday11:30am to 4:30pm\n\n\n	Saturday11:30am to 4:30pm *Closed on select Saturdays\n\n\n\n	SundayCLOSED\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n   \nNetsuke is a delicate and whimsical art form unique to Japan which fits on your palm intimately. In the 17th and 18th century Netsuke developed rapidly in the kimono fashion culture. For kimonos\, which had no pockets\, Netsuke acted as toggles providing daily-life convenience for carrying things such as pouches\, medicine cases\, and smoking pipe cases. Since Japanese fashion had been westernized in the mid-19th century\, Netsuke receded from practical use\, but still attracted artistic interest not only within Japan but worldwide.  \nIn this exhibition\, 65 contemporary pieces which are all wood-carved are on display. SAITŌ Bishū\, a master Netsuke carver\, describes the charm and attraction of Netsuke as “Freedom amidst constraints.” Netsuke are made under certain restrictions\, such as needing two holes to run the cord through and requiring it to be round to avoid getting caught. The carvers express themselves as freely as possible under these constraints\, which\, in the end\, magically stimulate the imaginations of both creators and viewers. \nBook your visit here \n \n\nDue to the COVID-19 precautions\, we are open in limited hourly slots\, 4 days a week. Advanced\, time-specific reservation is recommended. Hand-sanitization at the entry and wearing face-coverings on our premises are recommended. \nBook your visit at eventbrite.ca \n\nRelated Events: \nNetsuke Collection at the ROM\, Toronto \n\n\n \nSaturday\, October 28\, 2:30PM – 4:00PM (ET)Talk/Presentation | Admission Free | Registration Required \nPresented by Dr. TAKESUE AkikoBishop White Committee Associate Curator of Japanese Art & Culture\, Royal Ontario Museum \nRegister Here   \n  \n \nGallery-Goers\, Don’t Miss JFT’s Netsuke Library Collection! \nWhether you are a future gallery-goer or have already been captivated by the Contemporary Wood-Carved NETSUKE exhibition at JFT Gallery\, add an extra layer of appreciation by checking out JFT Library’s items! To enhance your understanding of this unique art form\, we have curated a library item list\, including select titles on the history\, craftsmanship\, and cultural significance of netsuke\, as well as related art forms such as woodcarving\, sculptures and figurines. Those items are currently on display in our library right next to the gallery. So\, don’t miss this opportunity to delve deeper into the intricate world of netsuke and the artistry that surrounds it! \nApply for a new library card or renew your expired card here
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LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Cancelled-Kamishibai Storytelling —The Goblin\, The Water Imp and The Thunder God & The Three Magic Charms—
DESCRIPTION:Postponed until further notice -> Rescheduled to Saturday\, December 9th. \n Step into a world where Japanese ghosts and goblins come alive! JFT Library will celebrate Halloween with tales of yokai\, Japanese ghosts\, goblins\, and mysterious creatures from folklore through the enchanting art of kamishibai storytelling! Prepare to be captivated by two spellbinding stories: \n\nThe Goblin\, The Water Imp and The Thunder God (『てんぐとかっぱとかみなりどん』)\nThe Three Magic Charms (『たべられたやまんば』)\n\n*Our Kamishibai storytelling will be in English\, so you don’t need Japanese language ability. \n*Admission is free\, and no registration is required—just come with your family and friends! \nWe encourage everyone to embrace the spirit of Halloween by dressing up in costumes and getting candy for trick-or-treating! \nWhether you’re a family with little ones or someone eager to discover the rich tradition of Japanese storytelling\, don’t miss this unique event to foster friendship and cultural exchange between Japan and Canada\, celebrating the magic of Kamishibai and Halloween at the same time!   \n\nWhat is Kamishibai?\nKamishibai (紙芝居\, literally meaning “paper drama”) is a traditional Japanese street theatre where folk tales and children’s stories are brought to life through vibrant illustrations and dynamic narration.   \n \n \n \n  \n\nJFT Library Items on Yokai\nFeel free to explore our physical collection (and/or JF Canada Digital Library\, which is available 24/7)  before or after the Kamishibai storytelling event! \nWhether you’re a fan of manga/anime featuring yokai characters\, looking for engaging reads for young readers\, or simply curious to learn about the rich history and folklore surrounding these enigmatic creatures\, our collection has something for everyone. It’s the perfect opportunity to delve deeper into the mystical world of yokai! \nCheck JFT Library Item List  to help you decide which item to explore. \nApply for a new JFT library card or renew your expired card here. \n\nRelated events:\n\nLive Foley Workshop: Sounds of Cinema with KOYAMA Goro \n\n\n\nTuesday\, October 17\, 6:30 PM (ET) \n\n\n\nWorkshop Event @ JFT Event Hall | Admission free | Registration required \nRegister Here \n\n\n\nSummer Days With Coo \n\n\n\nSaturday\, October 21\, 5:00 PM (ET) \n\n\n\nFilm Screening @ JFT Event Hall | Admission free | Registration required \nRegister Here \n\n\n\nDomesticating the Kappa\, Or: What do Yokai Mean? \n\n\n\nThursday\, October 26\, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM (ET) \n\n\n\nLecture Event @ JFT Event Hall | Admission free | Registration required \nRegister Here
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/halloween2023_kamishibai/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation Toronto Library\, 2 Bloor St E #300\, Toronto\, ON\, Canada\, M4W 1A8
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SUMMARY:Cancelled-Summer Days With Coo
DESCRIPTION:Summer Days With Coo 河童のクゥと夏休み\nSaturday\, October 21\, 5:00PM (ET) Doors open 4:30PM | Film Screening | Japan Foundation\, Toronto Event Hall  \nPostponed until further notice. \nDirected by HARA Keiichi • 2007 • Anime / Comedy / Fantasy • 138 minutes • Presented in Japanese with English subtitles • Free Admission • Trailer \nOne day\, Koichi Uehara\, a fourth-grader living in the suburbs of Tokyo\, picks up a fossil that looks like a large stone while on his way home from school. To his surprise\, he has picked up a baby Kappa (Japanese water imp)\, who has been asleep underground for the past 300 years. Koichi names this baby creature “Coo” and brings him to live with his family\, and soon the two are inseparable friends. However\, trouble abounds as Coo struggles to adjust to modern life\, and begins to miss his family\, leading Koichi and Coo to embark on a summer road trip adventure in search of other Kappa. \nAwarded for Best Animation Film at Mainichi Film Concourse\, Best Screenplay at the Tokyo Anime Awards and nominated for Best Animation Film from the Japanese Academy. \nFree admission. Register below (bottom of page). \n\nDirector Biography: \n \nBorn in 1959\, HARA Keiichi started his career with Tokyo-based studio Shin-Ei Animation\, where he worked on two of Japan’s longest-running animation series: Doraemon and Crayon Shin-chan. Although he kept a fairly low profile early on in his career\, Hara steadily built international recognition with his award-winning and critically acclaimed films such as Summer Days with Coo\, Miss Hokusai\, and The Wonderland. His latest film Lonely Castle in the Mirror was released in 2022 and was nominated for Animation of the Year at the 46th Japan Academy Film Prize. \n\nIn conjunction with our other Halloween events: \nLive Foley Workshop: Sounds of Cinema with KOYAMA Goro \n\n\n \nTuesday\, October 17\, 6:30 PM (ET)\n\n Workshop Event @ JFT Event Hall | Admission free | Registration required \nRegister Here   \n\n \nKamishibai Storytelling —The Goblin\, The Water Imp and The Thunder God & The Three Magic Charms— \n\n\n \nSaturday\, October 21\, 3:30 PM (ET)\n\n Storytelling Event @ JFT Library | Admission free | Registration not required \nDetails Here \n\n \nJFT Library Items on Yokai \n\n\n \nJFT Library collection includes a wide range of physical books\, audiovisual materials\, and ebooks & audiobooks on yokai in English\, Japanese\, and French. Check JFT Library Item List to help you decide which item to explore!Apply for a new JFT library card or renew your expired card here. \nCheck Item List      \n\n \nDomesticating the Kappa\, Or: What do Yokai Mean? \n\n\n \nThursday\, October 26\, 6:30 PM (ET)\n\n Lecture Event @ JFT Event Hall | Admission free | Registration required \nRegister Here
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/summer-days-with-coo/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
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