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SUMMARY:VSS Chat Event
DESCRIPTION:Japanese Chat Event\nAre you a Japanese language learner over 18 and located in Canada (or studying at one of the Japan Foundation overseas offices)? \nIn our Virtual Study Space\, we hold regular chat events where you can practice speaking Japanese with native-level volunteers and other students. \nParticipants are divided into groups of 3-5 according to their Japanese level\, where our volunteers facilitate the conversation. A topic is preassigned every week but you can also opt to do free talk. (View Topic Schedule) \nRegister for our Virtual Study Space to gain access: https://tr.jpf.go.jp/language/jft-virtual-study-space/ \nWhat is the JFT Virtual Study Space?\nThe JFT virtual study space is a free 24/7 online space where Japanese language learners can get together to improve their Japanese language skills by experiencing the language outside of class. (Event Calendar)
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/vss-chat-event-2/2025-05-02/
LOCATION:Virtual
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SUMMARY:30th Annual Katari Japanese Storytelling Festival – May the Force Be with Children!  –
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an enchanting afternoon of Japanese folktales\, creative stories\, songs\, and traditional music performances with Katari Japanese Storytellers\, celebrating the 30th anniversary! \nThis year’s theme\, “May the Force Be with Children!” celebrates Japan’s Children’s Day ( “Kodomo no Hi”\,「こどもの日」)\, a day dedicated to honoring children’s health and happiness. This theme brings us full circle\, paying tribute to the very first Katari festival in 1994\, which began as part of Children’s Week event—a journey that started with Children’s Day and continues to inspire new generations! \nFor 30 years\, Katari has been a bridge between cultures\, spreading Japanese folklore\, creativity\, and language to the diverse communities of Canada in English. This event welcomes all generations to experience the power of oral storytelling and the rich heritage of Japan. \nBring your family and friends\, and experience the joy of Japanese storytelling in a warm\, welcoming environment! \n  \nThe recording of the event is now available on the YouTube channel of Katari Japanese Storytellers! Here’s what audience said!:“Today’s presentation was amazing! I can’t believe I missed 29 years of this! Thank you for the presentation ｡ﾟ(ﾟ´ωﾟ)ﾟ｡” —Anonymous “Learnt more about the life of past people in different prefectures through song and poetry. Beautiful performance all around”—Anonymous “Discovered diverse range of storytelling and folk culture.”—John“Beautiful performance. Talented artists.”—Thu“Love the magic\, storytelling.”—Eddy“People in here (Canada) seem to preserve Japanese tradition\, which is great!”—Anonymous \n\nAudience: General (around 6 yrs old and above) \nAdmission: Free (RSVP required) \nWheelchair Accessibility: Yes \n\nProgramme:\n\n「一休さん」菊池幸工 / The Boy Monk by Koko Kikuchi\n「熊に遭ったらどうするか・アイヌの狩人」田中裕介 / Ainu Bear Hunter by Yusuke Tanaka\n「祭花第二番」（吉崎克彦・作曲）、「五木の子守唄」琴：藤井愛子/ Koto (Japanese harp) performance of Matsurika No.2 (Composed by Katsuhiko Yoshizaki) and Lullaby of Itsuki Region by Aiko Fujii-休憩- Intermission *Feel free to explore JFT Library’s physical collection and the special Children’s Day display\, with complimentary tea!\n「平和詩集と歌」菊池幸工、田中裕介、歌「ハナミズキ」秦佐千子 / Peace Poetry and Songs by Koko Kikuchi and Yusuke Tanaka (guitar)\, Hanamizuki by Sachiko Hata\n「玉すだれ」白藤青湖 / Traditional street performance Bamboo Blind by Seiko Shirafuji\n「北海盆唄」、「嘉瀬の奴踊り」、「ソーラン節」、「花笠音頭」ドッコイ・グループによる民謡合奏 / Folk music performance of Hokkai Bon-Uta\, Kase no Yakko Odori\, Soran Bushi\, Hanagasa Ondo by the group DOKKOI!\n\n唄：白藤青湖、秦佐千子 / Vocal by Seiko Shirafuji and Sachiko Hata　\n三味線：マーティン・ポーセン/ Shamisen by Martin Posen\n尺八と三味線：ジェリー・ミッゴールドリック/ Shakuhachi and Shamisen by Gerry McGoldrick \nDancers: Michiko Abe-Kozlows and Yoko Hyde\n\n\n「リメンバー・パールハーバー」梅沢ルイ / Remember Pearl Harbor by Rui Umezawa\n\n*The event closing time may be extended by 10-15 minutes depending on the progress of the programme.　 \n\nJFT Library is open from 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm to the public on Sunday\, May 4. Feel free to explore our physical collection and the special Children’s Day display! Apply for a new JFT library card or renew your expired card here. \n\nStorytellers\n Sachiko Hata Born in Hyogo\, Japan\, Sachiko is an active community worker and singer at various local community events and she loves painting and teaching Etegami (picture card) craft\, while practicing Voice Yoga everyday. \n\n Koko Kikuchi Born in Tohoku\, the northeast of Japan\, Koko has been involved in Katari since its inception. He specializes in the folktales of his native region of Iwate\, Northern Japan.   \n\n Seiko Shirafuji Born in Yamaguchi Prefecture\, she is a singer and folk dancer and a retired medical doctor. Seiko has been performing in community events and local festivals since 1995. \n\n Yusuke Tanaka A veteran translator\, writer\, director of the Katari since 1994. He has been telling his own adaptations of Japanese folklore in many places such as New York\, Seoul\, Kyoto\, Tokyo and Sapporo. \n\n Rui Umezawa A Toronto writer and storyteller. His novel\, The Truth About Death and Dying was shortlisted for the Commonwealth Book Prize for Best First Book. His past participation in Katari inspired his latest publication\, Strange Tales Afar: Tales of the Supernatural from Old Japan. \n\nMusicians\n Aiko Fujii Started learning koto\, shamisen and jiuta at an early age. She holds a koto teacher’s diploma in the Ikuta school from the Kyoto Todokai. Since 2017\, she has experienced many concerts abroad\, collaborative ensembles with other genres and teaching. \n\n Gerry McGoldrick He has been involved with traditional Japanese music for over thirty years\, and has played shamisen and shakuhachi in a variety of styles in Japan and Canada. A professor at Toronto Metropolitan University. \n\n Martin Posen He is an acoustic guitarist and composer and is currently playing and studying both Minyo and Tsugaru styles of shamisen. \n\nDancers\nMichiko Abe-Kozlowski Born in Hokkaido\, Michiko is a jewelry designer and retired law clerk and a member of the Urara Mimbu-kai\, she enjoys learning and sharing traditional Japanese folk dances. She also belongs to the Kimono Fan group that promotes Kimono dressing in Canada. \n\nYoko Hyde Born in Kanagawa\, Yoko is a member of a Japanese folk dance group “Urara Minbu-Kai”\, which formed 15 years ago. She loves traditional Japanese dance and practicing with different groups. She enjoys golfing and exercising with Nia daily. \n  \n\n  \nCo-presented by\n  \nSupported by\n\n\n \n 
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/katari-storytelling-festival-2025/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:VSS Chat Event
DESCRIPTION:Japanese Chat Event\nAre you a Japanese language learner over 18 and located in Canada (or studying at one of the Japan Foundation overseas offices)? \nIn our Virtual Study Space\, we hold regular chat events where you can practice speaking Japanese with native-level volunteers and other students. \nParticipants are divided into groups of 3-5 according to their Japanese level\, where our volunteers facilitate the conversation. A topic is preassigned every week but you can also opt to do free talk. (View Topic Schedule) \nRegister for our Virtual Study Space to gain access: https://tr.jpf.go.jp/language/jft-virtual-study-space/ \nWhat is the JFT Virtual Study Space?\nThe JFT virtual study space is a free 24/7 online space where Japanese language learners can get together to improve their Japanese language skills by experiencing the language outside of class. (Event Calendar)
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/vss-chat-event-2/2025-05-09/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Language Class,Other JFT Events
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SUMMARY:VSS Chat Event
DESCRIPTION:Japanese Chat Event\nAre you a Japanese language learner over 18 and located in Canada (or studying at one of the Japan Foundation overseas offices)? \nIn our Virtual Study Space\, we hold regular chat events where you can practice speaking Japanese with native-level volunteers and other students. \nParticipants are divided into groups of 3-5 according to their Japanese level\, where our volunteers facilitate the conversation. A topic is preassigned every week but you can also opt to do free talk. (View Topic Schedule) \nRegister for our Virtual Study Space to gain access: https://tr.jpf.go.jp/language/jft-virtual-study-space/ \nWhat is the JFT Virtual Study Space?\nThe JFT virtual study space is a free 24/7 online space where Japanese language learners can get together to improve their Japanese language skills by experiencing the language outside of class. (Event Calendar)
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/vss-chat-event-2/2025-05-16/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Language Class,Other JFT Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250523T183000
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SUMMARY:VSS Chat Event
DESCRIPTION:Japanese Chat Event\nAre you a Japanese language learner over 18 and located in Canada (or studying at one of the Japan Foundation overseas offices)? \nIn our Virtual Study Space\, we hold regular chat events where you can practice speaking Japanese with native-level volunteers and other students. \nParticipants are divided into groups of 3-5 according to their Japanese level\, where our volunteers facilitate the conversation. A topic is preassigned every week but you can also opt to do free talk. (View Topic Schedule) \nRegister for our Virtual Study Space to gain access: https://tr.jpf.go.jp/language/jft-virtual-study-space/ \nWhat is the JFT Virtual Study Space?\nThe JFT virtual study space is a free 24/7 online space where Japanese language learners can get together to improve their Japanese language skills by experiencing the language outside of class. (Event Calendar)
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/vss-chat-event-2/2025-05-23/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Language Class,Other JFT Events
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SUMMARY:Doors Open 2025: Marugoto Japanese Language Course
DESCRIPTION:Doors Open 2025: Marugoto Japanese Language Course \n \n  \nSaturday May 24\, 2025 | 11:30 am – 12:30 pm EDT | In Person @ The Japan Foundation\, Toronto – Event Hall | Language: English and basic Japanese \nRegistration Deadline: Friday May 23\, 2025\, while spots are available \n  \nAre you curious about learning Japanese? Join us for an information session about the Online Marugoto Japanese Language Courses offered by the Japan Foundation Toronto\, and take a 20-minute Marugoto Starter (level 1) demonstration class with our instructor! More information about the Online Marugoto Japanese Language Courses is available on this webpage\, and details about the Starter (A1) course can be found here. \n Our staff will be available to answer questions related to the Marugoto Japanese Language Courses throughout the day. Frequently asked questions about our language courses and answers are also available here for reference. \n  \nTo attend the session about Marugoto Japanese Language Course please register using the form below. We will accept drop-ins if there are spots available on the day of the event! \n\n\n\n Info Session about Online Marugoto Japanese Courses (15 mins)\nMarugoto Starter (level 1) Demonstration Class (20 mins)\nQ & A (15 mins)\n\n\n\n  \nParticipation Requirements: none (This session is intended for those who have not studied Japanese before.) \nQuota: 20 participants maximum \nDirections: https://tr.jpf.go.jp/about-us/how-to-find-us/ \nFor Inquiries: Please contact koza_jftoronto@jpf.go.jp. \nPlease note: \n\nThe Japan Foundation\, Toronto (hereinafter referred to as “the Organizer”) reserves the right to cancel the registration of any participant who engages in disruptive behavior or any sales activity during the event. Such actions may result in immediate removal from the event at the Organizer’s discretion.\nThe Organizer is not responsible for any personal interactions between participants outside of the event. Participants are encouraged to manage these relationships independently.\nPhotographs or videos may be taken during the event by the Organizer’s staff for promotional purposes only.\nBy registering for and attending the event\, participants acknowledge that they have read\, understood\, and agree to the above Terms and Conditions.
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/doors-open-2025-marugoto-japanese-language-course/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Language Class
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SUMMARY:Doors Open 2025: Japanese Conversation Circle
DESCRIPTION:Doors Open 2025: Japanese Conversation Circle \nAre you a Japanese language learner in Toronto? \nWe are holding a Japanese Conversation Circle where you can practice speaking Japanese with native-level volunteers and other learners. \nParticipants will be divided into groups of 3-5 according to their Japanese level\, where our volunteers facilitate the conversation. \n  \n \n  \n  \nSaturday May 24\, 2025 | 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm EDT | In Person @ The Japan Foundation\, Toronto – Event Hall | Language: Japanese \nRegistration Deadline: Friday May 23\, 2025\, while spots are available  \nTo participate in the Japanese conversation circle\, please register using the form below. We will accept drop-ins if there are spots available on the day of the event! Registration is not required for observing this event. \nParticipation Requirements: Basic Japanese proficiency required (should be able to have a basic conversation in Japanese) \nQuota: 20 participants maximum \nDirections: https://tr.jpf.go.jp/about-us/how-to-find-us/ \nFor Inquiries: Please contact our full-time language instructor and advisor Wakana_Liberatori@jpf.go.jp. \nPlease note: \n\nThe Japan Foundation\, Toronto (hereinafter referred to as “the Organizer”) reserves the right to cancel the registration of any participant who engages in disruptive behavior or any sales activity during the event. Such actions may result in immediate removal from the event at the Organizer’s discretion.\nThe Organizer is not responsible for any personal interactions between participants outside of the event. Participants are encouraged to manage these relationships independently.\nPhotographs or videos may be taken during the event by the Organizer’s staff for promotional purposes only.\nBy registering for and attending the event\, participants acknowledge that they have read\, understood\, and agree to the above Terms and Conditions.
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/doors-open-2025-japanese-conversation-circle/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Doors Open 2025: Japanese Language Games
DESCRIPTION:Doors Open 2025: Japanese Language Games \n  \n \n  \nSaturday May 24\, 2025 | 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm EDT | In Person @ The Japan Foundation\, Toronto – Event Hall | Language: English and basic Japanese \n\n3:30-3:45pm\, 4:20-4:30pm: Japanese language games with Kahoot\n3:45-4:15pm: fukuwarai (A game similar to  “pin the tail on the donkey”)\n3:45-4:15pm: Origami Booth: You can make your Origami paper planes\n\n4:15pm: Origami paper plane competition\n\n\n3:30-4:30pm: Write your name in Japanese\n\n*Please note that the schedule is subject to change. \nPlease register using the form below if you plan on joining any of the games. Drop-ins are also welcome on the day of the event! \nParticipation Requirements: none (This session is intended for those who have not studied Japanese before.) \nDirections: https://tr.jpf.go.jp/about-us/how-to-find-us/ \nFor Inquiries: Please contact koza_jftoronto@jpf.go.jp. \nPlease note: \n\nThe Japan Foundation\, Toronto (hereinafter referred to as “the Organizer”) reserves the right to cancel the registration of any participant who engages in disruptive behavior or any sales activity during the event. Such actions may result in immediate removal from the event at the Organizer’s discretion.\nThe Organizer is not responsible for any personal interactions between participants outside of the event. Participants are encouraged to manage these relationships independently.\nPhotographs or videos may be taken during the event by the Organizer’s staff for promotional purposes only.\nBy registering for and attending the event\, participants acknowledge that they have read\, understood\, and agree to the above Terms and Conditions.\n\n 
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/doors-open-2025-japanese-language-games/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Language Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250530T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250530T193000
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SUMMARY:Millennium Actress (film screening)
DESCRIPTION:Millennium Actress \n千年女優 \nDoors open 5:30PM | Film Screening | In-Person | JFT Event Hall \nDirected by KON Satoshi • 2001 • Animation\, Drama • 87 minutes • Presented in Japanese with English subtitles • Trailer \nA tribute to the golden age Japanese cinema\, Millennium Actress follows a pair of documentary filmmakers who set out to chronicle the life of a reclusive former movie star. As she shares her story\, her memories unfold as if she were still acting\, blending past and present\, history and imagination.  \nThis film is suitable for general audiences. Parental guidance is advised for younger viewers. \nMillennium Actress is part of our The Many Worlds of KON Satoshi series. \nFree admission. \nThis event is now fully booked and registration is closed. We will have a rush line before the event to release available seats on a first-come\, first-served basis. Admission is not guaranteed. Thank you for your understanding! \n  \nPromotional Support:  \n \n\nDirector Profile: \n KON Satoshi (今 敏\, 1963–2010) was a visionary Japanese filmmaker\, screenwriter\, and manga artist whose work revolutionized the possibilities of animated storytelling. Known for his intricate narratives\, psychological depth\, and seamless blending of dreams and reality\, Kon created some of the most critically acclaimed anime films of the early 21st century. \nAfter graduating from Musashino Art University with a degree in visual communication design\, Kon began his career as a manga artist and scriptwriter\, eventually working as an animator under director ŌTOMO Katsuhiro (Akira). He made his directorial debut in 1997 with the psychological thriller Perfect Blue\, which quickly earned him international acclaim. Over the next decade\, Kon directed a powerful body of work that includes Millennium Actress (2001)\, Tokyo Godfathers (2003)\, Paprika (2006)\, and the television series Paranoia Agent (2004). Each of these works showcases his signature style: non-linear storytelling\, striking visual imagery\, and a fascination with identity\, memory\, and media. \nKon passed away in 2010 at the age of 46\, leaving his final project\, Dreaming Machine\, unfinished. Despite his brief career\, his influence continues to resonate—his films are frequently cited by global filmmakers and have inspired directors such as Darren Aronofsky and Christopher Nolan.  \n\n \n\n   
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/millennium-actress/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Film Screening
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250530T183000
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SUMMARY:VSS Chat Event
DESCRIPTION:Japanese Chat Event\nAre you a Japanese language learner over 18 and located in Canada (or studying at one of the Japan Foundation overseas offices)? \nIn our Virtual Study Space\, we hold regular chat events where you can practice speaking Japanese with native-level volunteers and other students. \nParticipants are divided into groups of 3-5 according to their Japanese level\, where our volunteers facilitate the conversation. A topic is preassigned every week but you can also opt to do free talk. (View Topic Schedule) \nRegister for our Virtual Study Space to gain access: https://tr.jpf.go.jp/language/jft-virtual-study-space/ \nWhat is the JFT Virtual Study Space?\nThe JFT virtual study space is a free 24/7 online space where Japanese language learners can get together to improve their Japanese language skills by experiencing the language outside of class. (Event Calendar)
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/vss-chat-event-2/2025-05-30/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Language Class,Other JFT Events
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GEO:43.6710978;-79.386063
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250530T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250531T203000
DTSTAMP:20250529T143415Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T143415Z
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SUMMARY:JFT Japanese Linguistics Workshop for Japanese Language Teachers: International Baccalaureate (IB) Japanese B Course Practice and Assessment
DESCRIPTION:JFT日本語教師のための日本語言語学研修\n国際バカロレア（IB）日本語Bコースの実践と評価\n  \n同研修は、IB日本語Bコースについての説明、教室活動例の紹介、及び、実際にIBの最終試験を採点してみるアクティビティを行います。IBを教えていらっしゃる先生方のご参加はもちろん、大学の先生方にも、高校でIBを履修した学生の日本語学習のバックグラウンドを知っていただく機会になると思います。また、それ以外の先生方にとっても、日本語教授の参考となる情報共有や活動を予定しています。 \nご参加をご希望の方は https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/workshop250529/ よりお申込みください。 \n  \n日時：1日目：2025年5月30日（金）、２日目：５月31日（土）\n            7:00pm ～ 8:30pm（東部夏時間）　 \n研修スケジュール：スケジュールは変更の可能性もありますので予めご了承ください。 \n１日目：１．IB日本語Bコースについて、２．Japanese ab initio（初級）のカリキュラムと実践例、３．口頭試験を採点してみよう！ \n２日目：１．Japanese B SL/HL（中級・上級）のカリキュラムと実践例、２．作文を採点してみよう！、３．質疑応答 \n対象者：日本語教師の方で、以下に同意される方（先着30名まで） \n※グループワーク中はカメラオンで参加できる人（聴講不可） \n※作業があるため、PCで参加できる人（スマホ、タブレットでの参加は不可） \n＊お申し込みが定員を超える場合は、カナダ在住で現在教えていらっしゃる方を優先しますので、予めご了承願います。 \n使用言語：日本語 \n講師：リベラトリわかな（国際交流基金トロント日本文化センター　日本語教育アドバイザー） \nお問い合わせ先：齋藤典子　Noriko_Saito@jpf.go.jp
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/workshop250529/2025-05-30/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Teachers’ Workshops
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GEO:43.6710978;-79.386063
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250531T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250531T183000
DTSTAMP:20250527T190840Z
CREATED:20250501T165202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T190840Z
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SUMMARY:Paprika (film screening)
DESCRIPTION:Paprika \nパプリカ \nDoors open 4:30PM | Film Screening | In-Person | JFT Event Hall \nDirected by KON Satoshi • 2006 • Animation\, Psychological Thriller\, Fantasy • 90 minutes • Presented in Japanese with English subtitles • Trailer \nIn a future where technology allows therapists to enter their patients’ dreams\, a stolen device unleashes chaos when dreams and reality begin to merge. Paprika is a visually dazzling masterpiece that plunges audiences into a surreal exploration of the subconscious\, imagination\, and identity. \n⚠️ Please note: This film is rated R (in the US) which contains mature themes and intense imagery that may not be suitable for children. Viewer discretion is advised. \nPaprika is part of our The Many Worlds of KON Satoshi series. \n  \nFree admission.  \nThis event is now fully booked and registration is closed. We will have a rush line before the event to release available seats on a first-come\, first-served basis. Admission is not guaranteed. Thank you for your understanding! \n  \nPromotional Support:  \n \n\nDirector Profile: \n KON Satoshi (今 敏\, 1963–2010) was a visionary Japanese filmmaker\, screenwriter\, and manga artist whose work revolutionized the possibilities of animated storytelling. Known for his intricate narratives\, psychological depth\, and seamless blending of dreams and reality\, Kon created some of the most critically acclaimed anime films of the early 21st century. \nAfter graduating from Musashino Art University with a degree in visual communication design\, Kon began his career as a manga artist and scriptwriter\, eventually working as an animator under director ŌTOMO Katsuhiro (Akira). He made his directorial debut in 1997 with the psychological thriller Perfect Blue\, which quickly earned him international acclaim. Over the next decade\, Kon directed a powerful body of work that includes Millennium Actress (2001)\, Tokyo Godfathers (2003)\, Paprika (2006)\, and the television series Paranoia Agent (2004). Each of these works showcases his signature style: non-linear storytelling\, striking visual imagery\, and a fascination with identity\, memory\, and media. \nKon passed away in 2010 at the age of 46\, leaving his final project\, Dreaming Machine\, unfinished. Despite his brief career\, his influence continues to resonate—his films are frequently cited by global filmmakers and have inspired directors such as Darren Aronofsky and Christopher Nolan. 
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/paprika/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Film Screening
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250531T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250531T203000
DTSTAMP:20250529T143415Z
CREATED:20250508T184850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250529T143415Z
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SUMMARY:JFT Japanese Linguistics Workshop for Japanese Language Teachers: International Baccalaureate (IB) Japanese B Course Practice and Assessment
DESCRIPTION:JFT日本語教師のための日本語言語学研修\n国際バカロレア（IB）日本語Bコースの実践と評価\n  \n同研修は、IB日本語Bコースについての説明、教室活動例の紹介、及び、実際にIBの最終試験を採点してみるアクティビティを行います。IBを教えていらっしゃる先生方のご参加はもちろん、大学の先生方にも、高校でIBを履修した学生の日本語学習のバックグラウンドを知っていただく機会になると思います。また、それ以外の先生方にとっても、日本語教授の参考となる情報共有や活動を予定しています。 \nご参加をご希望の方は https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/workshop250529/ よりお申込みください。 \n  \n日時：1日目：2025年5月30日（金）、２日目：５月31日（土）\n            7:00pm ～ 8:30pm（東部夏時間）　 \n研修スケジュール：スケジュールは変更の可能性もありますので予めご了承ください。 \n１日目：１．IB日本語Bコースについて、２．Japanese ab initio（初級）のカリキュラムと実践例、３．口頭試験を採点してみよう！ \n２日目：１．Japanese B SL/HL（中級・上級）のカリキュラムと実践例、２．作文を採点してみよう！、３．質疑応答 \n対象者：日本語教師の方で、以下に同意される方（先着30名まで） \n※グループワーク中はカメラオンで参加できる人（聴講不可） \n※作業があるため、PCで参加できる人（スマホ、タブレットでの参加は不可） \n＊お申し込みが定員を超える場合は、カナダ在住で現在教えていらっしゃる方を優先しますので、予めご了承願います。 \n使用言語：日本語 \n講師：リベラトリわかな（国際交流基金トロント日本文化センター　日本語教育アドバイザー） \nお問い合わせ先：齋藤典子　Noriko_Saito@jpf.go.jp
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/workshop250529/2025-05-31/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Teachers’ Workshops
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