Established in 1930, the Japan America Society of Chicago is a not-for-profit, nonpartisan, nonpolitical association that "fosters understanding between our two cultures, to cultivate personal friendship between our two people."
The Society promotes dialogue, social interaction, cooperation and friendship among its members by serving as a forum for the exchange of ideas and information on economic, political, business and cultural affairs that inform and shape U.S.- Japan bilateral relations in world affairs. The Japan America Society of Chicago now serves as the principal clearinghouse in the Greater Chicago area and muc
The Society promotes dialogue, social interaction, cooperation and friendship among its members by serving as a forum for the exchange of ideas and information on economic, political, business and cultural affairs that inform and shape U.S.- Japan bilateral relations in world affairs. The Japan America Society of Chicago now serves as the principal clearinghouse in the Greater Chicago area and muc
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Tempura is a Japanese dish consisting of battered and deep-fried seafood, veggies, and meat. Check the link: https://www.justonecookbook.com/tempura-recipe/
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#Japaneserecipe #日本のレシピ #japanesefood #japanesefoodrecipe #food #recipe #foodrecipe #レシピ #tempura #tempurarecipe #天ぷら #天ぷらレシピ
While pearly whites are viewed today as a beauty standard, check out this ancient Japanese tradition that challenges this!
While pearly whites are viewed today as a beauty standard, check out this ancient Japanese tradition that challenges this!
![The “see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil” monkeys has names! Tap the image to know them!.[tags]#didyouknow #funfact...](https://img5.gluseum.com/729/389/4460598957293894.jpg)
The “see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil” monkeys has names! Tap the image to know them!
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#didyouknow #funfact #japan #japanfacts #japanesefact #日本の事実 #Monkey #monkeys #3wisemonkeys #threewisemonkeys #三猿
The “see no evil, hear no evil, speak no evil” monkeys has names! Tap the image to know them!
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#didyouknow #funfact #japan #japanfacts #japanesefact #日本の事実 #Monkey #monkeys #3wisemonkeys #threewisemonkeys #三猿
With back to school season right around the corner, view the images below to learn more about how the education system is structured in Japan!
If you would like to learn more about Japanese Sake, register for the Murasaki Cocktail Demo hosted by Murasaki Sake Lounge's owner Jun Takanarita! event at https://jaschicago.org/event/ypvc-falling-for-fall-cocktails/
If you would like to learn more about Japanese Sake, register for the Murasaki Cocktail Demo hosted by Murasaki Sake Lounge's owner Jun Takanarita! event at https://jaschicago.org/event/ypvc-falling-for-fall-cocktails/
Japanese people take off their shoes for cleanliness. So then it is common to wear indoor shoes. See the images for where it is common.
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#didyouknow #funfact #japan #japanfacts #japanesefact #日本の事実 #japaneseculture #Japanculture
Miso soup is a common staple in Japanese cuisine. It’s simple to make, perfect for any meal of the day.
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Check out the link: https://www.justonecookbook.com/homemade-miso-soup/
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#Japaneserecipe #日本のレシピ #japanesefood #japanesefoodrecipe #food #recipe #foodrecipe #miso #misosoup ##味噌 #味噌汁 #味噌汁レシピ #レシピ
Dewa Sanzan is known as a spiritual pilgrimage of its three sacred mountains, located in the northwest region of Japan. See the images below to learn more about what each mountain means along the journey!
Ukiyo-e, often translated as "pictures of the floating world," refers to Japanese paintings and woodblock prints; developed in the city of Edo (now Tokyo) during the Tokugawa or Edo Period (1615-1868). Tap the image to learn more!
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#didyouknow #funfact #japan #japanfacts #japanesefacts #日本の事実 #ukiyoe #ukiyoeart #浮世絵 #japaneseart #日本美術 #日本美術院
Join us and our host Annemarie Sawkins who will introduce participants to Art Japan 2021-1921, an exhibition of Japanese art from the Warehouse MKE collection. The collectors, Jan Serr and John Shannon, have been collecting art from across the globe for over 50 years. Since opening Guardian Fine Art and the Warehouse, their mission has been to share their collection with the public. In addition to learning about select artists in the collection, such as Toko Shinoda (1913-2021), Jiro Yonezawa (b. 1956) and Tsukioka Kogyo (1869-1927), visitors will see views of the gallery and learn the curator’s thoughts behind the installation. Attendees of this event will be shown a powerpoint presentation of images from the exhibition Art Japan 2021-1921 along with additional works of the art by those Japanese artists in the Jan Serr and John Shannon collection.
Annemarie Sawkins is an independent curator, art historian, and art consultant. Before earning her graduate degrees in art history from McGill University, she lived in Kyoto, Japan. Since then, she has curated a number of exhibitions based on Asian life and culture including Japanese Art from the Haggerty Collection, Afghan War Rugs: The Modern Art of Central Asia, and Kogyo: Japanese Theater Prints.
Register at: https://jaschicago.org/event/curating-art-japan-2021-1921/
Join us and our host Annemarie Sawkins who will introduce participants to Art Japan 2021-1921, an exhibition of Japanese art from the Warehouse MKE collection. The collectors, Jan Serr and John Shannon, have been collecting art from across the globe for over 50 years. Since opening Guardian Fine Art and the Warehouse, their mission has been to share their collection with the public. In addition to learning about select artists in the collection, such as Toko Shinoda (1913-2021), Jiro Yonezawa (b. 1956) and Tsukioka Kogyo (1869-1927), visitors will see views of the gallery and learn the curator’s thoughts behind the installation. Attendees of this event will be shown a powerpoint presentation of images from the exhibition Art Japan 2021-1921 along with additional works of the art by those Japanese artists in the Jan Serr and John Shannon collection.
Annemarie Sawkins is an independent curator, art historian, and art consultant. Before earning her graduate degrees in art history from McGill University, she lived in Kyoto, Japan. Since then, she has curated a number of exhibitions based on Asian life and culture including Japanese Art from the Haggerty Collection, Afghan War Rugs: The Modern Art of Central Asia, and Kogyo: Japanese Theater Prints.
Register at: https://jaschicago.org/event/curating-art-japan-2021-1921/
Hear what one of our Board of Directors members, James Otto, experienced during his time in Japan!
The Japan America Society of Chicago creates and promotes Japanese and American friendships. We do this through business, social, educational and cultural activities. We are the only organization in Chicago that touches all of these areas in American and Japanese relationships.
Only 3 more days left to register and hear Yuko Takahashi talk of Umeko Tsuda's contributions to modern Japan!! Register with the link: https://jaschicago.org/event/umeko-tsuda-and-modern-japan/
In order to reserve your space for this event please register below. Only fully registered guests will receive ZOOM information.
![Animal Crossing has became a huge success! Read to see it’s stats..[tags]#didyouknow #funfact #japan #japanfacts #japane...](https://img4.gluseum.com/677/072/4432497326770724.jpg)
Animal Crossing has became a huge success! Read to see it’s stats.
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#didyouknow #funfact #japan #japanfacts #japanesefact #日本の事実 #animalcrossing #switch #nintendo #DōbutsuNoMori #どうぶつの森 #DoubutsuNoMori
Animal Crossing has became a huge success! Read to see it’s stats.
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#didyouknow #funfact #japan #japanfacts #japanesefact #日本の事実 #animalcrossing #switch #nintendo #DōbutsuNoMori #どうぶつの森 #DoubutsuNoMori
Try to make Okonomiyaki (Japanese savory pancake)! It’s very customizable in what you can put in, too!
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Check out the link for detailed info: https://www.justonecookbook.com/okonomiyaki/
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#didyouknow #funfact #japan #japanfacts #japanesefacts #Japaneserecipe #日本のレシピ #okonomiyaki #お好み焼き #japanesefood #japanesefoodrecipe #food #recipe #foodrecipe
Join us September 9th for an in-depth explanation of Japanese alcohols such as Japanese whiskey and sochu hosted by Jun Takanarita. He will walk you through how to make two of Murasaki’s cocktails: “Sweet Oak” and “Far East” that are perfect for the fall season. “Sweet Oak” is a Japanese whiskey based cocktail with Amaretto and Godiva White Chocolate Liquor. “Far East '' is a layered cocktail with barley sochu, Midori, Soho, orange juice, cranberry juice, and cherry. Hope to see you there!
Jun Takanarita, owner of Murasaki Sake Lounge, began his journey as a bartender 15 years ago. Passionate about Japanese alcohol beverages and the craftsmanship behind them, Tananarita gained experience while working at a Japanese bar in Chicago’s Streeterville neighborhood and eventually took over the lounge 8 years ago. Takanarita also became owner of Summertime Jazz Cafe/Lounge located in Mount Prospect in 2019 spreading his knowledge of Japanese whiskey, sake and shochu to the Chicago suburbs.
To register: https://jaschicago.org/event/ypvc-falling-for-fall-cocktails/
Join us September 9th for an in-depth explanation of Japanese alcohols such as Japanese whiskey and sochu hosted by Jun Takanarita. He will walk you through how to make two of Murasaki’s cocktails: “Sweet Oak” and “Far East” that are perfect for the fall season. “Sweet Oak” is a Japanese whiskey based cocktail with Amaretto and Godiva White Chocolate Liquor. “Far East '' is a layered cocktail with barley sochu, Midori, Soho, orange juice, cranberry juice, and cherry. Hope to see you there!
Jun Takanarita, owner of Murasaki Sake Lounge, began his journey as a bartender 15 years ago. Passionate about Japanese alcohol beverages and the craftsmanship behind them, Tananarita gained experience while working at a Japanese bar in Chicago’s Streeterville neighborhood and eventually took over the lounge 8 years ago. Takanarita also became owner of Summertime Jazz Cafe/Lounge located in Mount Prospect in 2019 spreading his knowledge of Japanese whiskey, sake and shochu to the Chicago suburbs.
To register: https://jaschicago.org/event/ypvc-falling-for-fall-cocktails/
Listen to speaker Yuko Takahashi, eleventh president of Tsuda College, tell the fascinating history behind one of the most pioneering female educator's in Meji era Japan, Umeko Tsuda. This talk will trace her footsteps as one of the first female students sent to the U.S. by the Japanese government in 1871 and focus on her transnational collaboration with U.S. women in founding Tsuda College (now Tsuda University). The speaker will demonstrate why Umeko Tsuda’s image was chosen as the face of the new 5000 yen banknote, which will be issued in 2024.
Spend the evening with Yuko Takahashi, who holds a B.A. from Tsuda College, an M.A. in International Affairs from the University of Tsukuba, an M.A. in History, and a Ph.D. in Education from the Univesity of Kansas. Her major research areas are American studies, American social history, and gender history. She serves as president of the International Federation for Research in Women’s History. She is also a member of the board of trustees of the American Studies Foundation and a Council Member of the Science Council of Japan. Her numerous publications include Umeko Tsuda: A Social History.
To register: https://jaschicago.org/event/umeko-tsuda-and-modern-japan/
Listen to speaker Yuko Takahashi, eleventh president of Tsuda College, tell the fascinating history behind one of the most pioneering female educator's in Meji era Japan, Umeko Tsuda. This talk will trace her footsteps as one of the first female students sent to the U.S. by the Japanese government in 1871 and focus on her transnational collaboration with U.S. women in founding Tsuda College (now Tsuda University). The speaker will demonstrate why Umeko Tsuda’s image was chosen as the face of the new 5000 yen banknote, which will be issued in 2024.
Spend the evening with Yuko Takahashi, who holds a B.A. from Tsuda College, an M.A. in International Affairs from the University of Tsukuba, an M.A. in History, and a Ph.D. in Education from the Univesity of Kansas. Her major research areas are American studies, American social history, and gender history. She serves as president of the International Federation for Research in Women’s History. She is also a member of the board of trustees of the American Studies Foundation and a Council Member of the Science Council of Japan. Her numerous publications include Umeko Tsuda: A Social History.
To register: https://jaschicago.org/event/umeko-tsuda-and-modern-japan/
With over 6000 islands, some of Japan’s island have uniqueness to them. Swipe to learn more about them!
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Check out our Instagram and Twitter for other islands!
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#didyouknow #funfact #japan #japanfacts #japanesefacts #japaneseisland #japanisland #hashinaisland #aogashima
Fun fact: In Japan, western-like casinos take the form of Packinko Parlors. Click the images to learn more!
![Did you know there is a difference between yukata, kimono, hakama? Tap the image to learn more about them.[tags]#didyouk...](https://img4.gluseum.com/223/766/4411161282237662.jpg)
Did you know there is a difference between yukata, kimono, hakama? Tap the image to learn more about them.
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#didyouknow #funfact #japan #japanfacts #japanesefacts #yukata #浴衣 #kimono #着物 #hakama #袴 #japaneseclothing #traditionaljapaneseclothing
Dr. Michael Lin, an Infectious Diseases Physician from Rush University Medical Center, will present the latest information about COVID-19 Delta Variant and answer your questions.
About the Speaker
Michael Lin, MD, MPH, is an infectious diseases physician and Associate Professor of Medicine at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois. He serves as a Hospital Epidemiologist with Rush University Medical Center and is a co-investigator with the CDC Prevention Epicenters Program. His recent work has focused on the surveillance and control of extensively drug-resistant organisms such as carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae, and on the healthcare response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Register at https://jaschicago.org/event/situation-update-covid-19-delta-variant/
Dr. Michael Lin, an Infectious Diseases Physician from Rush University Medical Center, will present the latest information about COVID-19 Delta Variant and answer your questions.
About the Speaker
Michael Lin, MD, MPH, is an infectious diseases physician and Associate Professor of Medicine at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois. He serves as a Hospital Epidemiologist with Rush University Medical Center and is a co-investigator with the CDC Prevention Epicenters Program. His recent work has focused on the surveillance and control of extensively drug-resistant organisms such as carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae, and on the healthcare response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Register at https://jaschicago.org/event/situation-update-covid-19-delta-variant/
![Today and over the weekend, parts of Japan will be celebrating Obon or Bon Fest![tags]#didyouknow #funfact #japan #japan...](https://img4.gluseum.com/979/152/4402289349791522.jpg)
Today and over the weekend, parts of Japan will be celebrating Obon or Bon Fest!
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#didyouknow #funfact #japan #japanfacts #ObonFestival #BonFestival #お盆 #盆 #Obon #Bon
Today and over the weekend, parts of Japan will be celebrating Obon or Bon Fest!
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#didyouknow #funfact #japan #japanfacts #ObonFestival #BonFestival #お盆 #盆 #Obon #Bon
There are lots to do at Japanese summer festivals, including games! Most of these games are won on skill and chance of not having the paper plate or string be wet and ripped.
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#didyouknow #funfact #japan #japanfacts #japanesefacts #Japanesesummerfestivals #summerfestivals #Matsuri #祭り #games #ゲーム #KingyoSukui #NingyoSukui #YoyoTsuri
#Wanage #SuperballSukui #Shateki
There are lots to do at Japanese summer festivals, including games! Most of these games are won on skill and chance of not having the paper plate or string be wet and ripped.
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#didyouknow #funfact #japan #japanfacts #japanesefacts #Japanesesummerfestivals #summerfestivals #Matsuri #祭り #games #ゲーム #KingyoSukui #NingyoSukui #YoyoTsuri
#Wanage #SuperballSukui #Shateki
Only 3 more days left! Make sure to register at: https://jaschicago.org/event/intro-to-chanoyu-japanese-tea-ceremony/
Only 3 more days left! Make sure to register at: https://jaschicago.org/event/intro-to-chanoyu-japanese-tea-ceremony/
![It was Mountain Day in Japan. Swipe to learn more about this holiday![tags]#didyouknow #funfact #japan #japanfacts #moun...](https://img4.gluseum.com/103/890/4389815501038907.jpg)
It was Mountain Day in Japan. Swipe to learn more about this holiday!
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#didyouknow #funfact #japan #japanfacts #mountainday #山の日 #YamanoHi #japanesefact
Learn how to make dashi as it is an important component in Japanese cuisine. For more details, check out https://www.justonecookbook.com/how-to-make-dashi/
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#didyouknow #funfact #japan #japanfacts #japanesefood #japaneserecipe #日本食 #dashi #だし #出汁 #出し汁
About the Event
While Chanoyu, the Japanese Tea Ceremony, has been alive and well for over 500 years, it remains a mystery for many both inside and outside of Japan. Please join us as Francis sensei tries to shed some light on Chanoyu’s origins, philosophies, and culture.
About the Instructor
Omar Francis is a licensed instructor in The Urasenke Tradition of Chadō, commonly known as the Japanese Tea Ceremony. First introduced to Chadō at the University of Illinois (USA) in 1992, he was later admitted into the Midorikai program for a year of intensive training at the Urasenke headquarters in Kyoto, Japan. Since then, he has continued his studies as a member of the Chicago Association of Urasenke, taking part in many educational and cultural activities. Francis sensei is currently teaching at the Japanese Culture Center japaneseculturecenter.com in Chicago, IL.
Register at https://jaschicago.org/event/intro-to-chanoyu-japanese-tea-ceremony/
About the Event
While Chanoyu, the Japanese Tea Ceremony, has been alive and well for over 500 years, it remains a mystery for many both inside and outside of Japan. Please join us as Francis sensei tries to shed some light on Chanoyu’s origins, philosophies, and culture.
About the Instructor
Omar Francis is a licensed instructor in The Urasenke Tradition of Chadō, commonly known as the Japanese Tea Ceremony. First introduced to Chadō at the University of Illinois (USA) in 1992, he was later admitted into the Midorikai program for a year of intensive training at the Urasenke headquarters in Kyoto, Japan. Since then, he has continued his studies as a member of the Chicago Association of Urasenke, taking part in many educational and cultural activities. Francis sensei is currently teaching at the Japanese Culture Center japaneseculturecenter.com in Chicago, IL.
Register at https://jaschicago.org/event/intro-to-chanoyu-japanese-tea-ceremony/
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Another sneak peek of our segment on NBC Chicago this Sunday, March 8th at 5 AM! Tune in to see Ed Grant, a long-time JASC board member promote our 90th Anniversary Gala!
Tune in to NBC5's 5 AM News for the JASC's segment promoting the 90th Anniversary Gala!
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