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Japan Photo Contest
Other Japan-Related Events in the Area- JQ Magazine Articles
- JQ Magazine: Film Review — ‘Kusama: Infinity’
- JQ Magazine: Nippon in New York — ‘Akira’ @ 30, SCANDAL from Japan, ‘Dragon Ball Z’
- JQ Magazine: Nippon in New York — Sailor Moon, Liberty City Anime, Meg Okura
- JQ Magazine: Book Review — ‘Amy’s Guide to Best Behavior in Japan: Do It Right and Be Polite!’
- JQ Magazine: Book Review — New from Tuttle (Summer 2018)
Archive for February, 2011
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![<div class="at-above-post-arch-page addthis_tool" data-url="https://jetaany.org/2011/02/24/cuny-international-opportunities-fair-friday-34-1230-pm/"></div>Did you have a terrific time on JET and want to share your experience with college students interested in teaching in Japan? Come join us as we speak to recent study abroad returnees at the City University of New York’s (CUNY) Study Abroad Re-entry Conference. Date: Friday, March 4th Time: 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm Place: The CUNY Graduate Center, 365 5th Ave @ 35th St What: You, any Japan pictures/paraphernalia, and your enthusiasm for JET! Last year we had a terrific group and our table was really popular (see here). The students were really excited about going abroad again and hearing from us- it’s definitely a fun time! If you’re interested, please email pamela.kavalam@nyu.edu. Thanks so much and hope […]<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><div class="at-below-post-arch-page addthis_tool" data-url="https://jetaany.org/2011/02/24/cuny-international-opportunities-fair-friday-34-1230-pm/"></div><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->](https://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/megaphone1-115x115.jpg "(3/4) CUNY International Opportunities Fair – Friday 3/4 @ 12:30 pm")
(3/4) CUNY International Opportunities Fair – Friday 3/4 @ 12:30 pm
Posted on February 24, 2011 | No CommentsDid you have a terrific time on JET and want to share your experience with college students interested in teaching in Japan? Come join us as we speak to recent study abroad returnees at the City University of New York’s (CUNY) Study Abroad Re-entry Conference. Date: Friday, March 4th Time: 12:30 pm to 3:30 pm Place: The CUNY Graduate Center, 365 5th Ave @ 35th St What: You, any Japan pictures/paraphernalia, and your enthusiasm for JET! Last year we had a terrific group and our table was really popular (see here). The students were really excited about going abroad again and hearing from us- it’s definitely a fun time! If you’re interested, please email pamela.kavalam@nyu.edu. Thanks so much and hope […] -
Video and Photos from the Masayo Ishigure Koto Event
Posted on February 20, 2011 | No CommentsKoto player Masayo Ishigure explains the koto and plays a tune at the JETAANY / Mie Inc cultural event on February 19, 2011. Video from leesean.net / hepnova. More photos by Mie on Flickr -
Stay Up-to-Date with JETAANY!
Posted on February 18, 2011 | No CommentsDid you know that you don’t need to be a JET Alumni to sign up for announcements? Simply fill out the box to on the right-hand side and you’ll be added to our announcements list. If you signed up previously, but haven’t seen an announcement in several weeks, please sign up again. Don’t forget to check your spam inbox, too, just in case! For those who’d like to stay updated, but are more ‘up-to-the-minute’ rather than twice a month announcement-types, subscribe to our RSS feed on your favorite news reader! -
![<div class="at-above-post-arch-page addthis_tool" data-url="https://jetaany.org/2011/02/18/meishi-exchange-march-3rd/"></div>Join us for our largest social networking event of the year. This is the opportunity to mix and mingle with JET alumni and other organizations in the NYC area. This is an open invitation for those who have a job, looking for a job, changing careers, or just interested in meeting other people passionate about Japan. Please feel free to pass along to friends and co-workers. No RSVP necessary. When: Thursday, March 3rd, 6:30pm Where: Amber Restaurant (432 6th Ave, between 9th and 10th Streets) Subway-A,B,C,D,E,F,M @ West 4 Station #1 Train @ Christopher Street Station Cost: $10 (Includes 2 drink tickets and passed hors d’oeuvres including Thai, Japanese, and Chinese cuisine) Questions regarding this event please contact Monica Yuki […]<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><div class="at-below-post-arch-page addthis_tool" data-url="https://jetaany.org/2011/02/18/meishi-exchange-march-3rd/"></div><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->](https://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/career-115x115.jpg "(3/3) Annual Meishi Exchange Networking Event")
(3/3) Annual Meishi Exchange Networking Event
Posted on February 18, 2011 | No CommentsJoin us for our largest social networking event of the year. This is the opportunity to mix and mingle with JET alumni and other organizations in the NYC area. This is an open invitation for those who have a job, looking for a job, changing careers, or just interested in meeting other people passionate about Japan. Please feel free to pass along to friends and co-workers. No RSVP necessary. When: Thursday, March 3rd, 6:30pm Where: Amber Restaurant (432 6th Ave, between 9th and 10th Streets) Subway-A,B,C,D,E,F,M @ West 4 Station #1 Train @ Christopher Street Station Cost: $10 (Includes 2 drink tickets and passed hors d’oeuvres including Thai, Japanese, and Chinese cuisine) Questions regarding this event please contact Monica Yuki […] -
![<div class="at-above-post-arch-page addthis_tool" data-url="https://jetaany.org/2011/02/18/bye-bye-kitty-exhibition-preview-at-japan-society/"></div>Japan Society Gallery is delighted to invite JETAANY members to the opening reception for this thought-provoking show on Wednesday, March 16 from 6 to 9 pm. Admission is strictly by printed invitation only. If you are interested in joining us on March 16, please contact Monica to vicepres@jetaany.org. Tickets will be distributed at the Meishi Exchange (March 3rd) or by mail. Japan Society’s spring exhibition Bye Bye Kitty!!! Between Heaven and Hell in Contemporary Japanese Art has much to offer anyone with an informed interest about what is going on in Japan today—not just in the world of art but throughout Japanese society. Moving far beyond the over-familiar stereotypes of kawaii and otaku culture, Bye Bye Kitty!!! features sixteen emerging and mid-career artists whose paintings, objects, photographs, […]<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><div class="at-below-post-arch-page addthis_tool" data-url="https://jetaany.org/2011/02/18/bye-bye-kitty-exhibition-preview-at-japan-society/"></div><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->](https://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/bye-bye-kitty-115x115.jpg "(3/16) Bye Bye Kitty!!! Exhibition Preview at Japan Society")
(3/16) Bye Bye Kitty!!! Exhibition Preview at Japan Society
Posted on February 18, 2011 | No CommentsJapan Society Gallery is delighted to invite JETAANY members to the opening reception for this thought-provoking show on Wednesday, March 16 from 6 to 9 pm. Admission is strictly by printed invitation only. If you are interested in joining us on March 16, please contact Monica to vicepres@jetaany.org. Tickets will be distributed at the Meishi Exchange (March 3rd) or by mail. Japan Society’s spring exhibition Bye Bye Kitty!!! Between Heaven and Hell in Contemporary Japanese Art has much to offer anyone with an informed interest about what is going on in Japan today—not just in the world of art but throughout Japanese society. Moving far beyond the over-familiar stereotypes of kawaii and otaku culture, Bye Bye Kitty!!! features sixteen emerging and mid-career artists whose paintings, objects, photographs, […] -
![<div class="at-above-post-arch-page addthis_tool" data-url="https://jetaany.org/2011/02/18/februarys-nihongo-dake-dinner/"></div>As winter ever so slowly turns into spring, keep your heart warm and your palette busy with gourmet Japanese soul food. Next Thursday (2/24) we’ll have a no pre-pay, meet, eat and greet at Celebrity Chef* David Chang’s Momofuku Noodle Bar! (^.^)// (I’ve always wanted to try this place) Come share in the experience, and brush-up your Japanese! Let’s meet in line in front of the restaurant. I will get in line at 7:00pm. And, I will happily share a table with those who arrive to join me before I make it inside. If you don’t know who I am, my name is Kendall and I’ve been the NDD Steward for the past year. I will have some sort of […]<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><div class="at-below-post-arch-page addthis_tool" data-url="https://jetaany.org/2011/02/18/februarys-nihongo-dake-dinner/"></div><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->](https://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/20110209_ramenchicken_half_jcw-115x115.jpg "(2/24) February’s Nihongo Dake Dinner")
(2/24) February’s Nihongo Dake Dinner
Posted on February 18, 2011 | No CommentsAs winter ever so slowly turns into spring, keep your heart warm and your palette busy with gourmet Japanese soul food. Next Thursday (2/24) we’ll have a no pre-pay, meet, eat and greet at Celebrity Chef* David Chang’s Momofuku Noodle Bar! (^.^)// (I’ve always wanted to try this place) Come share in the experience, and brush-up your Japanese! Let’s meet in line in front of the restaurant. I will get in line at 7:00pm. And, I will happily share a table with those who arrive to join me before I make it inside. If you don’t know who I am, my name is Kendall and I’ve been the NDD Steward for the past year. I will have some sort of […] -
![<div class="at-above-post-arch-page addthis_tool" data-url="https://jetaany.org/2011/02/13/jq-and-jetwit-are-looking-for-writers/"></div>Ever since we revamped our homepage this year, some of you have been wondering what’s become of JETAA New York’s JQ magazine. Now, we’re ready to make a formal announcement! Starting this month, JQ will be teaming up with renowned JET alumni resource site JetWit.com (which recently received a glowing letter of support from New York’s Consulate General of Japan) to feature JET alum and Japan-related feature stories! Much like JQ’s Brainstorm Crew postings featuring story ideas, we would like to present the below JetWit Writing Opportunities for real-time instant story posting. This means no more waiting for the publication of seasonal issues, and it will allow for true global participation from our 55,000 alumni around the world! Below are story […]<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><div class="at-below-post-arch-page addthis_tool" data-url="https://jetaany.org/2011/02/13/jq-and-jetwit-are-looking-for-writers/"></div><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->](https://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/Write-for-JetWit2-115x115.jpg "JQ and JetWit Are Looking for Writers!")
JQ and JetWit Are Looking for Writers!
Posted on February 13, 2011 | No CommentsEver since we revamped our homepage this year, some of you have been wondering what’s become of JETAA New York’s JQ magazine. Now, we’re ready to make a formal announcement! Starting this month, JQ will be teaming up with renowned JET alumni resource site JetWit.com (which recently received a glowing letter of support from New York’s Consulate General of Japan) to feature JET alum and Japan-related feature stories! Much like JQ’s Brainstorm Crew postings featuring story ideas, we would like to present the below JetWit Writing Opportunities for real-time instant story posting. This means no more waiting for the publication of seasonal issues, and it will allow for true global participation from our 55,000 alumni around the world! Below are story […] -
![<div class="at-above-post-arch-page addthis_tool" data-url="https://jetaany.org/2011/02/04/logo-contest/"></div>The Logo Contest has been extended once again due to popular demand! If you haven’t entered yet, there’s a $100 prize waiting for you and the chance to list JETAANY as one of your clients in your portfolio! You do not need to be a professional designer, many entries have been submitted by amateurs who just want to exercise their creative skills for a good cause. The new logo to be featured on JETAANY’s website, announcements, marketing materials, letterhead, business cards, etc. Your logo will be the visual cornerstone of our rebranding effort. Participants do not have to be JET Alumni or affiliated with the JET Program to enter or win, so please pass this along to any creative friends […]<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><div class="at-below-post-arch-page addthis_tool" data-url="https://jetaany.org/2011/02/04/logo-contest/"></div><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->](https://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/megaphone-e1293769926886-115x115.jpg "Logo Contest Extended Through February!")
Logo Contest Extended Through February!
Posted on February 4, 2011 | No CommentsThe Logo Contest has been extended once again due to popular demand! If you haven’t entered yet, there’s a $100 prize waiting for you and the chance to list JETAANY as one of your clients in your portfolio! You do not need to be a professional designer, many entries have been submitted by amateurs who just want to exercise their creative skills for a good cause. The new logo to be featured on JETAANY’s website, announcements, marketing materials, letterhead, business cards, etc. Your logo will be the visual cornerstone of our rebranding effort. Participants do not have to be JET Alumni or affiliated with the JET Program to enter or win, so please pass this along to any creative friends […] -
Save the Date: Meishi Exchange
Posted on February 4, 2011 | No CommentsJoin us at our largest social networking event of the year. This is a great opportunity to mix and mingle with JET alumni and other organizations in the area. This is an open invitation event. Please feel free to pass along to friends and co-workers. No RSVP necessary, and remember to bring lots of business cards! The event date and location is still being negotiated, but it will be on a weekday during the last full week of February. Please check here for more details in the next few days! Questions regarding this event please contact Monica Yuki (vicepres@jetaany.org) -
![<div class="at-above-post-arch-page addthis_tool" data-url="https://jetaany.org/2011/02/04/executive-officer-elections-2011/"></div>On behalf of the JETAA NY Board of Directors, we hope this message finds you well! As we approach another election season for our executive officers, we wanted to reach out to everyone with a quick timeline of the selection process for those who might be interested in running for an officer seat. In accordance with our bylaws, the selection of executive officers will be made by the Board of Directors based on the platforms that are received. As always, the President, Vice-President, Treasurer, and Secretary roles are those seats that are open to interested members. While some of our current officers may run again, all 4 positions are open for the 2011 term. We encourage anyone who is interested […]<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons above via filter on get_the_excerpt --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons below via filter on get_the_excerpt --><div class="at-below-post-arch-page addthis_tool" data-url="https://jetaany.org/2011/02/04/executive-officer-elections-2011/"></div><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on get_the_excerpt -->](https://jetaany.org/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/elections-115x115.png "Executive Officer Elections 2011")
Executive Officer Elections 2011
Posted on February 4, 2011 | No CommentsOn behalf of the JETAA NY Board of Directors, we hope this message finds you well! As we approach another election season for our executive officers, we wanted to reach out to everyone with a quick timeline of the selection process for those who might be interested in running for an officer seat. In accordance with our bylaws, the selection of executive officers will be made by the Board of Directors based on the platforms that are received. As always, the President, Vice-President, Treasurer, and Secretary roles are those seats that are open to interested members. While some of our current officers may run again, all 4 positions are open for the 2011 term. We encourage anyone who is interested […] -
(2/16) February Quarterly Meeting
Posted on February 4, 2011 | 1 CommentAre you interested in becoming a more active member of JETAANY? Then come to the Quarterly Meeting at the Japanese Local Government Center this month! This is an excellent place to meet the executive officers and other leaders in our organization and have a voice in the direction we take. We are always looking for more volunteers for events and this is an excellent way to get more involved. What: JETAANY Quarterly Meeting When: Wednesday, February 16, 7:00pm Where: 3 Park Avenue (between 33rd and 34th St.) 20th Floor If you have never attended before, but would like to come then please email president@jetaany.org. -
February Happy Hour at Valhalla
Posted on February 2, 2011 | No CommentsBeat the snow by heading to Midtown for fun times at a Viking-themed indoor beer garden with your fellow JET alums! Choose from an incredible selection of beers (50+) from around the world, including a $5 beer special which changes weekly. Date: Wednesday February 9th Time: 6:30 pm Location: Valhalla, 815 9th Avenue (@ 54th Street) We’ll have two tables in the back with JETAANY signage. Hope to see you there!
