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SUMMARY:Penguin Highway ペンギン・ハイウェイ
DESCRIPTION:Penguin Highway ペンギン・ハイウェイ\n \n\nThe Japan Foundation\, Toronto is pleased to co-present with the Japanese Cultural Centre the third of the Virtual JCCC Film Screenings. \nPenguin Highway ペンギン・ハイウェイ \n\n\nDirected by ISHIDA Hiroyasu  \n2018 (119 min.) Japanese with English subtitles\nAdmission $4.99 Click here for tickets >\nThe link will go live Online from  May 1\, 9:00 AM and ends May 3\, 9:00 PM\n\n\n \nBudding genius Aoyama is only in the 4th grade\, but already lives his life like a scientist. When penguins start appearing in his sleepy suburb hundreds of miles from the sea\, Aoyama vows to solve the mystery. When he finds the source of the penguins is a woman from his dentist’s office\, they team up for an unforgettable summer adventure. Based on Tomihiko Morimi’s popular novel and manga adaptation. Winner of The Satoshi Kon Award for Excellence in Animation award at Fantasia International Film Festival for the best animated feature. A visually amazing\, heart-warming delight! \nVoiced by Kana Kita and Yu Aoi \n\n\nWe are keeping screening fees low ($4.99) and the admission you pay will help us hold things together until the crisis has passed. \n  \nPlease let us know how you enjoyed the film so we can continue to offer films for free or for low fees. Feedback\nThis link will go live from Friday May 1 at 9:00am to Sunday May 3 at 9:00pm. You can make your purchase anytime between the hours noted and will be able to watch the film at your leisure. Your access to the film will be active for 72 hours upon payment. \n\nWatch here > \n\n  \n\nTrailer >
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/penguin-highway/
LOCATION:2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:In This Corner Of The World この世界の片隅に\,
DESCRIPTION:In This Corner of The World この世界の片隅に\,\n \n\nThe Japan Foundation\, Toronto is pleased to co-present with the Japanese Cultural Centre the fourth of the Virtual JCCC Film Screenings Series. \nIn This Corner of The World この世界の片隅に\, \n\n\nDirected by KATABUCHI Sunao  \n2017 (126 min.) Japanese with English subtitles\nPG-13 Contains some scenes of war and violence. Not recommended for younger children.\n\n\n\nFree admission\, click here to watch online >\nThe link will go live Online from May 8\, 9:00 AM and ends May 10\, 9:00 PM\n\n\n  \n \nBased on Fumiyo Kono’s award-winning manga\, this heartbreaking tale follows a young girl named Suzu who\, in 1944\, moves to the small town of Kure to marry a young clerk from the local naval base. Through tough wartime conditions she cooks and cares for her family until the intense bombings finally reach Kure with devastating effect. Suzu’s life is shattered but through perseverance and courage she manages to continue to live life to the fullest. \nThis beautiful yet a tragic tale was the winner of the Hiroshima International Film Festival and Best Film at our Toronto Japanese Film festival 2017 and shows that even in the face of adversity and loss people could come together and rebuild their lives. An indelible\, dream-like masterpiece. \nVoiced by Rena Nōnen\, Daisuke Ono\, Yoshimasa Hosoya \n  \n\n\n\n\nClick here to give feedback > Please let us know how you enjoyed the film so we can continue to offer films for free or for low fees.  \n\n\n\nClick here to watch online >The link will go live Online from May 8\, 9:00 AM and ends May 10\, 9:00 PM \n\n\nEnjoy the show! \n\nIn This Corner Of The World Trailer > \n\nAlso taking place in the Virtual JCCC Film Screening Series is a SPECIAL SHORT FILM PRESENTATION:  \nHARU’S NEW YEAR\n \n2018 (19 min.) English/Japanese with English subtitles\nClick here to watch online for  free > \nDirected by Alice Shin \nNew year\, new country\, new school. Haru must adjust to Canada while trying to figure out how to make new friends as she misses the ones she left behind in Japan. When Haru learns about her weird\, mysterious classmate Frances who rarely attends school\, she becomes curious. Can Haru find hope in this new\, unfamiliar country? \nWritten and directed by Korean-born\, Japan-trained and Canadian-based film maker Alice Shin\, Haru’s New Year played to great acclaim at festivals around the world including the Toronto Reel Asian International Film Festival and as part of the JCCC film program. \nWatch HARU’s NEW YEAR HERE > \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/in-this-corner-of-the-world/
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SUMMARY:Liz and the Blue Bird リズと青い鳥
DESCRIPTION:Liz and the Blue Bird リズと青い鳥\n \n\nThe Japan Foundation\, Toronto is pleased to co-present with the Japanese Cultural Centre the fifth of the Virtual JCCC Film Screenings. \nLiz and the Blue Bird リズと青い鳥 \n\n\nDirected by YAMADA Naoko  \n2018 (90 min.) Japanese with English subtitles\nAdmission $4.99 Click here for tickets >\nThe link will go live Online from  May 15\, 9:00 AM and ends May 18\, 9:00 PM\n\n\n \nThe latest film by director YAMADA Naoko (A Silent Voice) based on TAKEDA Ayano’s bestselling novel. \nThis magical and moving coming-of-age film revolves around Mizore and Nozomi\, two best friends in their final year of high school. With Mizore on the oboe and Nozomi on the flute\, as members of the school’s brass band club\, they spend their time happily together — until the club begins to practice songs inspired by the fairy tale Liz and the Blue Bird… \nVoiced by TANEZAKI Atsumi and TOYAMA Nao \n\n\nWe are keeping screening fees low ($4.99) and the admission you pay will help us hold things together until the crisis has passed. \n\n  \n  \n\nPlease let us know how you enjoyed the film so we can continue to offer films for free or for low fees. Feedback\nThis link will go live from Friday May 15 at 9:00am to Sunday May 18 at 9:00pm. You can make your purchase anytime between the hours noted and will be able to watch the film at your leisure. Your access to the film will be active for 72 hours upon payment. \n\nWatch here > \n\n  \n\nTrailer >
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SUMMARY:First Love 初恋
DESCRIPTION:First Love 初恋\n \nThe Japan Foundation\, Toronto is pleased to co-present with the Japanese Cultural Centre the sixth of the Virtual JCCC Film Screenings. \n\nFirst Love 初恋\n\n\nDirected by MIIKE Takashi  \n2019 (115 min.) Japanese with English subtitles\nAdmission $5.99 Click here for tickets >\nThe link will go live Online from  May 15\, 9:00 AM and ends May 18\, 9:00 PM\n\n\n \nA doomed boxer and a drug-addled call girl fall in love over one wild night in the Tokyo underbelly as they are pursued by corrupt cops\, warring Yakuza\, Triad gangs\, a beautiful Chinese assassin and a bizarre underwear-clad spectre. A Tarantino-style roller-coaster ride\, Miike’s latest is a furiously paced\, hilarious\, bloody and surprising poignant romance. \nWith Masataka Kubota\, Sakurako Kanishi\, Shota Sometani\, Becky\, Nao Ohmori\, Jun Murakam \nIn Japanese with English Subtitles / 115 minutes\n*18+: Includes scenes of violence and sexuality \n\n\nWe are keeping screening fees low ($5.99) and the admission you pay will help us hold things together until the crisis has passed. \n\n  \n  \n\nPlease let us know how you enjoyed the film so we can continue to offer films for free or for low fees. Feedback\nThis link will go live from Friday May 22 at 9:00am to Sunday May 24 at 9:00pm. You can make your purchase anytime between the hours noted and will be able to watch the film at your leisure. Your access to the film will be active for 72 hours upon payment. \n\nWatch here > \nTrailer >
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/first-love/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20200529T090000
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SUMMARY:RAMEN HEADS
DESCRIPTION:RAMEN HEADSラーメンヘッズ\n \nWarm up to a tasty bowl of Ramen! Join us for a special co-presentation between The Japan Foundation\, Toronto and the Embassy of Japan in Canada\, Consulate General of Japan in Vancouver\, Consulate General of Japan in Toronto\, Consulate General of Japan in Calgary and the Consulate General of Japan in Montreal. Also thank you to our community partner Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre. #StayHomeEatRamen \nMay 29\, 9:00 AM to May 31\, 9:00 PM (EDT)\nRAMEN HEADSラーメンヘッズ\nDirected by SHIGENO Koki 2017\, G\, 93 min. [Documentary]\nOnline\, admission free\, RSVP required > Link provided upon registration \n[Please refer to the guide here if you were sent a password or have issues watching the film.] \nIn Ramen Heads\, TOMITA Osamu  Japan’s reigning king of ramen\, takes us deep into his world\, revealing every single step of his obsessive approach to creating the perfect soup and noodles\, and his relentless search for the highest-quality ingredients.\nIn addition to Tomita’s story\, the film also profiles five other notable ramen shops\, each with its own philosophy and flavour\, which exemplify various different aspects the ramen world. Mixing in a brief rundown of ramen’s historical roots\, the film gives viewers an in-depth look at the culture surrounding this unique and beguiling dish. This is a documentary record of 15 months in the lives of Japan’s top ramen masters and their legions of devoted fans. \n(c) 2017 Netzgen \nThe link will be live from May 29\, 2020 9:00 AM (EST) ~ May 31\, 2020 9:00 PM (EST) \nTo watch film\, register below to receive link > \nWe’d love to hear your feedback!   \nLive RAMEN Talk and Q+A with Chef TAKAHASHI Ryu and Chef Matt Kimura\nMay 31\, 2020 1:00 PM (EDT) \nJoin us for a live Ramen presentation and Q+A featuring RYUS Noodle Bar owner/chef Takahashi Ryu and chef Matthew Kimura. \nEvent details here > \nWatch Live Ramen Talk and Q+A here > \nWe’d love to hear your feedback!  \n  \nPresented by:\nThe Japan Foundation\, Toronto and the Embassy of Japan in Canada\, Consulate General of Japan in Vancouver\, Consulate General of Japan in Toronto\, Consulate General of Japan in Calgary and the Consulate General of Japan in Montreal \n \nCommunity partner:\n \n \n\nAlso this weekend\, our Community Partner JCCC will be screening a Detective Conan Adventure at the Virtual JCCC!\nCASE CLOSED: SUNFLOWERS OF INFERNO 名探偵コナン 業火の向日葵 \nSaturday May 30@ 9:00am to Sunday May 31 @ 9:00pm  Admission: $5.99 \nThis exciting installment in the wildly popular Case Closed animated film series finds high school detective Conan Edogawa in New York facing off against his arch nemesis\, magician-thief The Kaitou Kid. A spectacular Van Gogh exhibition in a unique museum is the target and so begins a thrilling adventure for Conan and his friends Ran\, Sonoko and Kogoro. Voiced by Nana Eikura and Kappei Yamaguchi. \nIn Japanese with English Subtitles MORE DETAILS HERE >
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