JQ Magazine
Bringing Japan a Little Closer to You
JQ magazine is an online publication edited and published by JET alum Justin Tedaldi (Kobe-shi, 2001-02). Launched in 2009, our aim is to present topical Japan-related culture, events and activities in New York and abroad to our 74,000+ readers through a diverse range of articles and news. For story ideas or advertisements, please contact us via email.
Below is a feed of our latest articles. Click here for an archive of our print issues and newsletters, which ran from 1998-2010.
JQ Magazine: Nippon in New York — Ryuichi Sakamoto’s ‘KAGAMI,’ The Joy of Sake, Japan Drum + Dance
This month features the return of The Joy of Sake, Kiki’s Delivery Service on the big screen, and a pair of unique showcases of traditional, and virtual Japanese performing arts!
JQ Magazine: Nippon in New York — Yayoi Kusama, Kyary Pamyu Pamyu, MAN WITH A MISSION
This month sees the return of an all-new exhibition and Infinity Mirrored Room by celebrated artist Yayoi Kusama, plus world tour kickoffs by Kyary Pamyu Pamyu, MAN WITH A MISSION, and more!
JQ Magazine: Nippon in New York — ‘Spirited Away: Live on Stage,’ ‘Plan 75,’ RADWIMPS
Spring is here, and what better way to enjoy the equinox than the U.S. theatrical premiere of “Spirited Away: Live on Stage,” a director Q&A-assisted run of “Plan 75,” and a two-night stand by J-rock darlings RADWIMPS!
JQ Magazine: Nippon in New York — Shinkai’s ‘Suzume’ Premiere, Baryshnikov’s ‘The Hunting Gun,’ Nemophila Rocks Gramercy
This month includes the North American premiere of Makoto Shinkai’s Suzume, plus jazz concerts, a Baryshnikov ballet, and a special performance from the all-female metal group Nemophila!
JQ Magazine: Seijun Suzuki Centennial, The Last Rockstars, ‘AKUTAGAWA’
A century of Seijun Suzuki, The J-rock event of the season, and kuruma ningyo at Japan Society!
JQ Magazine: Banksy Exhibition, Holiday Lanterns, 8-Bit Big Band
Ring in the holiday season with the NYC Winter Lantern Festival across four different locations! Plus, the return of Noh to Japan Society, special film screenings, and 35 years of Final Fantasy, symphony-style!
JQ Magazine: Nippon in New York — ‘One Piece Film: Red,’ Totoro Japan Society, Isayama at Anime NYC
This month sees the American debut of the biggest “One Piece “ film ever, a special stage preview for Totoro at Japan Society, and the creator of “Attack on Titan” comes to Anime NYC!
JQ Magazine: Nippon in New York — Ghibli, J-Rock, Japan Society Shows
“Howl’s Moving Castle” returns to theaters, plus explosive live performances by ONE OK ROCK, MIYAVI, Band-Maid, and more!
JQ Magazine: Nippon in New York — August Anime Roundup
Where to catch the new Dragon Ball film, plus the latest from Masaaki Yuasa and a Studio Ghibli classic!
JQ Magazine: The Joy of Sake Returns to NYC
Ohisashiburi! The Joy of Sake is back, and it’s bigger than ever. Get ready to eat and drink some of the finest offerings in NYC.
JQ Magazine: Fathom Events Bring ‘Totoro’, ‘Macross’ to the Big Screen
This issue, we’re looking at the Fathom Events screenings of My Neighbor Totoro and Macross Plus Movie Edition.
JQ Magazine: Anime NYC Returns with Special Screenings, Exclusive Guest Panels
Check out all the details on the returning con!
JQ Magazine: Fist of the North Star Returns
This issue, we look at the return of the classic 80’s manga.
JQ Magazine: Book Review — ‘No Pianos, Pets or Foreigners!: My Life in Japan in the ’80s’
Reviewing a book many of our alumni can relate to…
