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![Rachel at work "gutting," or removing drywall panels and screws, in the stairwell of Wakadaisho, a sushi restaurant undergoing renovation in Ofunato, Iwate.
By Rachel Vigil-Garcia (Fukushima-ken, 2001-02) for JQ magazine. Rachel works at the American Center for Learning in Chula Vista, CA. Contact her at ray3vigil13 [at] yahoo [dot] com.
Eight months have passed since a [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/japan-trip-162-115x115.jpg "JQ Magazine: JET Turned Laborer – Giving Back as a Volunteer in Post-Disaster Japan")
JQ Magazine: JET Turned Laborer – Giving Back as a Volunteer in Post-Disaster Japan
Posted on December 19, 2011 | No CommentsRachel at work "gutting," or removing drywall panels and screws, in the stairwell of Wakadaisho, a sushi restaurant undergoing renovation in Ofunato, Iwate. By Rachel Vigil-Garcia (Fukushima-ken, 2001-02) for JQ magazine. Rachel works at the American Center for Learning in Chula Vista, CA. Contact her at ray3vigil13 [at] yahoo [dot] com. Eight months have passed since a [...] -
!["This whimsical compilation of cartoons that appeared previously in JETAA publications worldwide is likely to hit the funny bone of both former and current program participants alike."
By Sharona Moskowitz (Fukuoka-ken, 2000-01) for JQ magazine. Sharona works at a literary agency in New York City. She is interested in fresh, new voices in fiction and creative [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/LAB_cover-CreateSpace-115x115.jpg "JQ Magazine: Book Review – ‘Life After the B.O.E. the Book’")
JQ Magazine: Book Review – ‘Life After the B.O.E. the Book’
Posted on December 15, 2011 | No Comments"This whimsical compilation of cartoons that appeared previously in JETAA publications worldwide is likely to hit the funny bone of both former and current program participants alike." By Sharona Moskowitz (Fukuoka-ken, 2000-01) for JQ magazine. Sharona works at a literary agency in New York City. She is interested in fresh, new voices in fiction and creative [...] -
![A great time was had by all at the Osechi Ryori Cooking class held on Saturday, December 10th at 1 pm in Brooklyn. Junko Asano, a licensed chef and food coordinator, instructed participants in preparing the following: Namasu (a Japanese New Year’s Salad), Datemaki (a sweet rolled omelette) and Ozoni (a Japanese soup containing mochi [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/osechi1-115x115.jpg "Check out photos from the Osechi Ryori Cooking Class on December 10th!")
Check out photos from the Osechi Ryori Cooking Class on December 10th!
Posted on December 12, 2011 | No CommentsA great time was had by all at the Osechi Ryori Cooking class held on Saturday, December 10th at 1 pm in Brooklyn. Junko Asano, a licensed chef and food coordinator, instructed participants in preparing the following: Namasu (a Japanese New Year’s Salad), Datemaki (a sweet rolled omelette) and Ozoni (a Japanese soup containing mochi [...] -
![Die of Dir En Grey: "Things that we took for granted before now feel more important than ever. We now venture forth into every single day, every new encounter, every concert we play, with everything we have." (Courtesy of MSO PR)
By JQ magazine editor Justin Tedaldi (CIR Kobe-shi, 2001-02) for Examiner.com. Visit his page here for related stories.
Dir [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/2ex0ks8-115x115.jpg "Justin’s Japan: Interview with Kaoru and Die of Dir En Grey on the Band’s ‘Dum Spiro Spero’ Tour")
Justin’s Japan: Interview with Kaoru and Die of Dir En Grey on the Band’s ‘Dum Spiro Spero’ Tour
Posted on December 10, 2011 | No CommentsDie of Dir En Grey: "Things that we took for granted before now feel more important than ever. We now venture forth into every single day, every new encounter, every concert we play, with everything we have." (Courtesy of MSO PR) By JQ magazine editor Justin Tedaldi (CIR Kobe-shi, 2001-02) for Examiner.com. Visit his page here for related stories. Dir [...] -
![Sculpture by Lisa Benson. (T. Brooks)
By Carolyn Brooks (Ishikawa-ken, 2006-11) for JQ magazine. Carolyn is co-author of the blog MadSilence–a cross-cultural blog written with her father–and a current culture/education related job-seeker in the New York area available for full-time or consulting work.
“At this festive season of the year, Mr. Scrooge,” said the gentleman, taking up [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/1-115x115.jpg "JQ Magazine: JETAANY Artist Showcase Unites Fukushima, New York")
JQ Magazine: JETAANY Artist Showcase Unites Fukushima, New York
Posted on December 9, 2011 | No CommentsSculpture by Lisa Benson. (T. Brooks) By Carolyn Brooks (Ishikawa-ken, 2006-11) for JQ magazine. Carolyn is co-author of the blog MadSilence–a cross-cultural blog written with her father–and a current culture/education related job-seeker in the New York area available for full-time or consulting work. “At this festive season of the year, Mr. Scrooge,” said the gentleman, taking up [...] -
![Hayao Miyazaki's Academy Award-winning 'Spirited Away' screens as part of the Studio Ghibli Festival, running Dec. 16 to Jan. 12 at New York's IFC Center. (GKIDS)
By JQ magazine editor Justin Tedaldi (CIR Kobe-shi, 2001-02) for Examiner.com. Visit his page here for related stories.
The holidays have come early for Studio Ghibli fans.
From Dec. 16 to Jan. 12, GKIDS will [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Spirited-Away-115x115.jpg "Justin’s Japan: Studio Ghibli Festival Mounts Monthlong, 15-Film Retrospective")
Justin’s Japan: Studio Ghibli Festival Mounts Monthlong, 15-Film Retrospective
Posted on December 8, 2011 | No CommentsHayao Miyazaki's Academy Award-winning 'Spirited Away' screens as part of the Studio Ghibli Festival, running Dec. 16 to Jan. 12 at New York's IFC Center. (GKIDS) By JQ magazine editor Justin Tedaldi (CIR Kobe-shi, 2001-02) for Examiner.com. Visit his page here for related stories. The holidays have come early for Studio Ghibli fans. From Dec. 16 to Jan. 12, GKIDS will [...] -
![The Artist Showcase and Fundraiser, co-organized by JETAANY and the Consulate General of Japan on December 1st, was a success with over 150 JET alumni and Japanese community members in attendance. Fourteen artists, professional, semi-professional and amateur, displayed and auctioned over 30 pieces during the event. Sales from the art totaled over $700. With other [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/artist-2-115x115.jpg "Artist Showcase and Fundraiser Raises $1300+ for Japan Earthquake/Tsunami Relief")
Artist Showcase and Fundraiser Raises $1300+ for Japan Earthquake/Tsunami Relief
Posted on December 5, 2011 | No CommentsThe Artist Showcase and Fundraiser, co-organized by JETAANY and the Consulate General of Japan on December 1st, was a success with over 150 JET alumni and Japanese community members in attendance. Fourteen artists, professional, semi-professional and amateur, displayed and auctioned over 30 pieces during the event. Sales from the art totaled over $700. With other [...] -
![When: Thursday, December 15th, 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Where: Bao Noodles (391 2nd Ave btwn 22nd and 23rd Sts)
Cost/RSVP: $10 for dinner (drinks are separate), RSVP via paypal HERE and check out the Facebook event
Questions: Contact Monica Yuki at president@jetaany.org
Come join us to ‘forget the year’ at our annual Bonenkai! As an added bonus we’re tying in our Quarterly Meeting agenda where [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/1012enkai1-115x115.gif "(12/15) JETAANY Quarterly Meeting & Bonenkai @ Bao Noodles")
(12/15) JETAANY Quarterly Meeting & Bonenkai @ Bao Noodles
Posted on December 5, 2011 | No CommentsWhen: Thursday, December 15th, 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm Where: Bao Noodles (391 2nd Ave btwn 22nd and 23rd Sts) Cost/RSVP: $10 for dinner (drinks are separate), RSVP via paypal HERE and check out the Facebook event Questions: Contact Monica Yuki at president@jetaany.org Come join us to ‘forget the year’ at our annual Bonenkai! As an added bonus we’re tying in our Quarterly Meeting agenda where [...] -
![JET alumni Emily Duncan and Mellissa Takeuchi presenting at Georgia’s annual JapanFest, Sept. 17, 2011.
By Emily Duncan (Hyogo-ken, 2005-08) for JQ magazine. Emily is a graduate of the Lamar Dodd School of Art at the University of Georgia.
When I was a JET, I worked at Himeji Nishi Senior High School and enjoyed my time [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/japanfest-CROP-115x115.jpg "JQ Magazine: Georgia JETs’ Ganbare Tohoku Shows Social Media Savvy")
JQ Magazine: Georgia JETs’ Ganbare Tohoku Shows Social Media Savvy
Posted on December 5, 2011 | No CommentsJET alumni Emily Duncan and Mellissa Takeuchi presenting at Georgia’s annual JapanFest, Sept. 17, 2011. By Emily Duncan (Hyogo-ken, 2005-08) for JQ magazine. Emily is a graduate of the Lamar Dodd School of Art at the University of Georgia. When I was a JET, I worked at Himeji Nishi Senior High School and enjoyed my time [...] -
![By Alan Mockridge (UK JET, Iwate-ken, 1992-94) for JQ magazine. Alan was one of 14 JET alums selected for the Tohoku Invitational Program sponsored by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Japan Tourism Agency. He is a co-owner of Intralink, which provides business development services for U.S./European companies wishing to do business in/with Japan, China, [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/2-Kamaishi-JETs-1992-115x115.jpg "JQ Magazine: JET Alum Returns to Iwate for Tohoku ‘Homecoming’")
JQ Magazine: JET Alum Returns to Iwate for Tohoku ‘Homecoming’
Posted on November 28, 2011 | No CommentsBy Alan Mockridge (UK JET, Iwate-ken, 1992-94) for JQ magazine. Alan was one of 14 JET alums selected for the Tohoku Invitational Program sponsored by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Japan Tourism Agency. He is a co-owner of Intralink, which provides business development services for U.S./European companies wishing to do business in/with Japan, China, [...] -
![[ December 10, 2011; 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm. ]
When: Saturday, December 10 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Where: (Registered participants will be contacted with the address)
Cost: $35 (RSVP via Paypal HERE)
Application deadline: Wednesday, December 7th
As the New Year is coming next month, we will learn about the Japanese New Year's traditional meal Osechi-Ryori. It is a very colorful dish and Osechi recipes prepared at Japanese [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/osechi-115x115.jpg "(12/10) Osechi Ryori Cooking Class")
(12/10) Osechi Ryori Cooking Class
Posted on November 23, 2011 | No Comments[ December 10, 2011; 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm. ] When: Saturday, December 10 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Where: (Registered participants will be contacted with the address) Cost: $35 (RSVP via Paypal HERE) Application deadline: Wednesday, December 7th As the New Year is coming next month, we will learn about the Japanese New Year's traditional meal Osechi-Ryori. It is a very colorful dish and Osechi recipes prepared at Japanese [...] -
![We are pleased to announce the results of the Board of Directors elections that closed at the end of October. Results will be confirmed, and officers will be installed at our Annual Meeting, to be held in December. Details on the meeting to follow in a subsequent e-newsletter. Thank you to all of the fantastic candidates [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/election_results-115x115.jpg "2011-2012 JETAANY Board of Directors Election Results")
2011-2012 JETAANY Board of Directors Election Results
Posted on November 22, 2011 | No CommentsWe are pleased to announce the results of the Board of Directors elections that closed at the end of October. Results will be confirmed, and officers will be installed at our Annual Meeting, to be held in December. Details on the meeting to follow in a subsequent e-newsletter. Thank you to all of the fantastic candidates [...] -
![[ December 10, 2011; 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. ] Calling all New Jersey JET alums looking for the best way to celebrate the end of the year. The newly formed NJ sub-chapter will be hosting our first Bonnenkai at the Yakitori 39 on Saturday December 10th. Please RSVP through PayPal to secure your spot at the party
Place: Yakitori 39
Address: 252 Degraw Ave, Teaneck NJ [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/yakitori.bmp "New Jersey Bonnenkai")
New Jersey Bonnenkai
Posted on November 22, 2011 | No Comments[ December 10, 2011; 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. ] Calling all New Jersey JET alums looking for the best way to celebrate the end of the year. The newly formed NJ sub-chapter will be hosting our first Bonnenkai at the Yakitori 39 on Saturday December 10th. Please RSVP through PayPal to secure your spot at the party Place: Yakitori 39 Address: 252 Degraw Ave, Teaneck NJ [...] -
![Attention JETs living in Nassau and Suffolk (and perhaps Queens) counties! Our subchapters continue to grow with the addition of a Long Island subchapter. Make sure to read about our new Long Island Representative, Carolyn Brooks at http://jetaany.org/about/contacts/ (scroll to the bottom) as well as join the Facebook group. Be on the look out for an [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/long-island-115x115.jpg "New Long Island, NY Subchapter Rep and Facebook Group!")
New Long Island, NY Subchapter Rep and Facebook Group!
Posted on November 22, 2011 | No CommentsAttention JETs living in Nassau and Suffolk (and perhaps Queens) counties! Our subchapters continue to grow with the addition of a Long Island subchapter. Make sure to read about our new Long Island Representative, Carolyn Brooks at http://jetaany.org/about/contacts/ (scroll to the bottom) as well as join the Facebook group. Be on the look out for an [...] -
!["The JET Programme mantra is “Every Situation is Different,” but so much of the frustrations and the joys that we encounter are very similar. I wanted a vehicle for us to laugh together." (Illustration courtesy of David Namisato)
By Rick Ambrosio (Ibaraki-ken, 2006-08) for JQ magazine. Rick manages the JET Alumni Association of New York (JETAANY)’s [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/David-Namisato-profile-pic-115x115.jpg "JQ Magazine: JQ&A with Author/JET Alum David Namisato on ‘Life After the B.O.E. the Book’")
JQ Magazine: JQ&A with Author/JET Alum David Namisato on ‘Life After the B.O.E. the Book’
Posted on November 21, 2011 | No Comments"The JET Programme mantra is “Every Situation is Different,” but so much of the frustrations and the joys that we encounter are very similar. I wanted a vehicle for us to laugh together." (Illustration courtesy of David Namisato) By Rick Ambrosio (Ibaraki-ken, 2006-08) for JQ magazine. Rick manages the JET Alumni Association of New York (JETAANY)’s [...] -
!['The Best of L'Arc~en~Ciel 2 Days Live at Tokyo Ajinomoto Stadium' premieres Nov. 29 in New York. (Courtesy of Live Viewing Japan)
By JQ magazine editor Justin Tedaldi (CIR Kobe-shi, 2001-02) for Examiner.com. Visit his page here for related stories.
After 20 years, 13 million albums and 16 million singles sold, famed J-rock group L’Arc~en~Ciel is ready for its next [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/LArc-en-Ciel_NewPhoto-115x115.jpg "Justin’s Japan: L’Arc~en~Ciel Marks 20 Years in Rock with Special Film Screening")
Justin’s Japan: L’Arc~en~Ciel Marks 20 Years in Rock with Special Film Screening
Posted on November 21, 2011 | No Comments'The Best of L'Arc~en~Ciel 2 Days Live at Tokyo Ajinomoto Stadium' premieres Nov. 29 in New York. (Courtesy of Live Viewing Japan) By JQ magazine editor Justin Tedaldi (CIR Kobe-shi, 2001-02) for Examiner.com. Visit his page here for related stories. After 20 years, 13 million albums and 16 million singles sold, famed J-rock group L’Arc~en~Ciel is ready for its next [...] -
![[ December 1, 2011; 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm. 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm. ] The JET Alumni Association of New York, in partnership with the Consulate General of Japan in New York, is excited to announce the Artist Showcase and Fundraiser for Japan on Thursday, December 1st at Ambassador Shigeyuki Hiroki's Residence.
Highlighting the talent within our JETAANY network and community, we will be displaying artwork created by JET Alum [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/Shodo-115x115.jpg "Art Showcase and Fundraiser for Japan")
Art Showcase and Fundraiser for Japan
Posted on November 16, 2011 | No Comments[ December 1, 2011; 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm. 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm. ] The JET Alumni Association of New York, in partnership with the Consulate General of Japan in New York, is excited to announce the Artist Showcase and Fundraiser for Japan on Thursday, December 1st at Ambassador Shigeyuki Hiroki's Residence. Highlighting the talent within our JETAANY network and community, we will be displaying artwork created by JET Alum [...] -
![[ November 21, 2011; 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm. ] "Happy Hour FUNdRaiser"
Date: Monday, November 21st, 2011
Time: 6:00pm – 10:00pm
Location: Slattery's Midtown Pub, on the 2nd Floor
8 East 36th Street (between Madison and 5th Ave.)
New York, NY
http://www.nydevolunteer.org/activities/2011/20111121.html
No reservation is required.
NY de Volunteer staff and volunteer will be your waiters, and all tips
and proceeds from raffles go directly to support NY de Volunteer
programs!
Plus, all drinks are [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/NY_de_Volunteer_177_-115x64.jpg "NY de Volunteer Happy Hour")
NY de Volunteer Happy Hour
Posted on November 16, 2011 | No Comments[ November 21, 2011; 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm. ] "Happy Hour FUNdRaiser" Date: Monday, November 21st, 2011 Time: 6:00pm – 10:00pm Location: Slattery's Midtown Pub, on the 2nd Floor 8 East 36th Street (between Madison and 5th Ave.) New York, NY http://www.nydevolunteer.org/activities/2011/20111121.html No reservation is required. NY de Volunteer staff and volunteer will be your waiters, and all tips and proceeds from raffles go directly to support NY de Volunteer programs! Plus, all drinks are [...] -
!['Kutsukake Tokijiro' runs through Nov. 27 at the Flea Theatre in Tribeca. (Courtesy of Kurotama Kikaku Company)
By JQ magazine editor Justin Tedaldi (CIR Kobe-shi, 2001-02) for Examiner.com. Visit his page here for related stories.
Mounting a 1920s Japanese gangster play with J-pop flavored fillips may seem like a tough sell, but the new Off-Off-Broadway production of Kutsukake Tokijiro is [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/TOKIJIRO_POSTER505-115x115.jpg "Justin’s Japan: Theatre Review — ‘Kutsukake Tokijiro’ an Inspired Yakuza Yarn")
Justin’s Japan: Theatre Review — ‘Kutsukake Tokijiro’ an Inspired Yakuza Yarn
Posted on November 15, 2011 | No Comments'Kutsukake Tokijiro' runs through Nov. 27 at the Flea Theatre in Tribeca. (Courtesy of Kurotama Kikaku Company) By JQ magazine editor Justin Tedaldi (CIR Kobe-shi, 2001-02) for Examiner.com. Visit his page here for related stories. Mounting a 1920s Japanese gangster play with J-pop flavored fillips may seem like a tough sell, but the new Off-Off-Broadway production of Kutsukake Tokijiro is [...] -
![November Nihongo Dake Dinner is serving up Korean Fried Chicken! Come enjoy the best NYC has to offer at MONO MONO while practicing your Japanese. Open to all, but must RSVP by Wed (11/16) on Facebook or to Kendall at “vpjetaany at gmail dot com”!
What: Nihongo Dake Dinner
When: Thursday, November 17th
Time: 7pm – 9pm
Where: MONO [...]](http://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/NDD-Image.gif "November Nihongo Dake Dinner")
November Nihongo Dake Dinner
Posted on November 14, 2011 | No CommentsNovember Nihongo Dake Dinner is serving up Korean Fried Chicken! Come enjoy the best NYC has to offer at MONO MONO while practicing your Japanese. Open to all, but must RSVP by Wed (11/16) on Facebook or to Kendall at “vpjetaany at gmail dot com”! What: Nihongo Dake Dinner When: Thursday, November 17th Time: 7pm – 9pm Where: MONO [...]
