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Faces at the Cultural Center -Kirsten Henning -Darlene Suyematsu -Julie Hamasaki -Tri Cendani JCCCW News and Updates -Omusubi 3.0, Febuary 19th -Project: Community! Youth Leadership Program -Tomodachi Luncheon 2011, April 1st! -Nikkei Genealogy Workshop, March 10th -JCCCW at John Stanford Japan Night -Omoide Shin Issei Community Forum, March 13th -Author Jamie Ford, Febuary 6th -Kodomo no Hi, May 2011 Ways to get Involved With the JCCCW -JCCCW enewsletter Now Taking Submissions -Become a Yoisho! Volunteer Community Events and News -Minidoka Pilgrimage Taiko Fundraiser: Sunday, Feb. 20th -Seize the Time.....Again!, March 2nd -YMCA Intensive Summer Japanese Language Study Program in Kobe -JACL Bridging Communities Youth Program -Seattle Cherry Blossom & Japanese Cultural Festival, April 1st-3rd | |
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Faces at the Cultural Center Kirsten Henning 
Former board member Kirsten Henning was selected as the Interim Director of JCCCW at the end of January upon the resignation of CEO Clarence Moriwaki. Kirsten has a varied skill set that includes strategic planning, communications, nonprofit organizational development and knowledge of Japanese language and culture. During her career, she has worked for the Seattle Mariners as media liaison and interpreter for Ichiro Suzuki and the Japanese press corps and then went on to manage media relations for the national Japanese team during the inaugural 2006 World Baseball Classic. Kirsten also spent six years in Japan as a JET Program participant and later as special VIP liaison at the Park Hyatt Hotel in Tokyo. As a former board member and officer, Kirsten is familiar with JCCCW, its history and staff. Right now she is active on the NW Nikkei Museum Committee, and is energized about the opportunity to help JCCCW in new role. "The seamless transition Kirsten offers is important for the organization," said JCCCW Board President Lori Matsukawa. "With the recent addition of Kirsten and our new Development Director Darlene Suyematsu, we are excited about entering this new chapter." You can reach Kirsten at KirstenH@jcccw.org. Darlene Suyematsu 
The Japanese Cultural & Community Center of Washington (JCCCW) is pleased to announce the selection of Darlene Suyematsu as Director of Development. A seasoned development professional who most recently served as Executive Director for the Seattle Central Community College Foundation, Darlene's more than 15 years of non-profit experience includes leading multi-million campaigns for Nikkei Manor and the Nikkei Concerns endowment while serving as Director of Development and Communications for Nikkei Concerns. "Darlene's impressive, successful experience in strategic fundraising and her long history within the Nikkei community are a perfect fit to help ensure a bright future for the Japanese Cultural and Community Center of Washington," said JCCCW Board President Lori Matsukawa. "We are thrilled that Darlene has chosen to apply her significant talents and contribute to the greater Nikkei community by joining our team at the JCCCW." You can reach Darlene at DarleneS@jcccw.org. Julie Hamasaki 
Julie Hamasaki is a current programming intern at JCCCW and is responsible for external communications and project planning for a variety of JCCCW programs including Yuji’s Omusubi and the Project: Community! Youth Leadership Program. A senior at Seattle University majoring in international business and public affairs, Julie is a very active participant in the Seattle area Japanese American community. She was a member of the Seattle Japanese Queen's Court in 2009 and continues to be active serving as a 2011 Queens Court Advisor and is a member of the Wardrobe and Community Relations Committees. Additionally, Julie also performs Naga-uta style shamisen with Kabuki Academy and has played in front of the Council General of Japan and at the Seattle Cherry Blossom Festival. Julie first learned about JCCCW through her father and has a strong familial connection to the Seattle Japanese Language School as both her grandfather and great uncle were former head instructors of the Budokan Judo Dojo. She decided to intern at the Cultural Center because she thought it would be a great way to become more involved with the Seattle Japanese American community. Julie enjoys interning at the JCCCW because it gives her the opportunity to plan and implement a variety of different events and programs that help Nikkei young adults and youth create a stronger connection with their heritage. As a Yonsei, Julie believes the Cultural Center is important because "it provides access for people to connect with Japanese cultural and communal programs and events as well as having a place for them to be held." Julie’s broad knowledge of the community and connections to a variety of different youth programs and organizations makes her a great asset to JCCCW staff and we welcome her enthusiasm and creativity. Tri Cendani 
Tri Cendani is a current communications intern at JCCCW and assists with a number of different communications projects including website design and content as well as social network marketing and the creation of the JCCCW editorial calendar. Originally from Indonesia, Tri is a senior at Seattle University studying e-commerce and information systems at the Albers School of Business and Economics. Tri first heard about JCCCW through an advertisement for Bunka no Hi at Seattle University and because of her interest in Japan and Japanese culture decided to volunteer for the event. After talking with JCCCW staff, she decided to become a Ganbaru Intern in order to get more involved in the Japanese American community. Tri enjoys working at JCCCW because it gives her the opportunity to be involved with community while simultaneously gaining valuable work experience. | |
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JCCCW News and Updates Omusubi 3.0, Febuary 19th
JCCCW is dedicated to fostering international exchange between the Seattle area Japanese national and Japanese American communities. JCCCW, in partnership with the Hyogo Business and Cultural Center, is happy to offer Yuji's Omusubi 3.0 on February 19th at the Cultural Center. Yuji's Omusubi events are social gatherings that give Japanese national and Japanese American college students and young professionals the opportunity to exchange culture, grow community and most importantly have fun and make new friends. Yuji's Omusubi 3.0 will feature Nabe hotpot, ice cream sundaes and karaoke thanks to JCCCW community partner Bush Garden Restaurant. The event will last from 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm but please come even if you can't stay for the full time! Yuji's Omusubi 3.0 is a free event but space is limited so please RSVP today by sending an email with your name and contact information to Omusubi@jcccw.org to guarantee a spot. We hope you will join us on the 19th!
For the full program flyer please click here. To view pictures from the last Yuji's Omusubi click here. To learn more about the unique story behind Yuji’s Omusubi click here.
JCCCW is proud to announce that it will be kicking off the second annual Project: Community! Youth Leadership Program this coming March. Project: Community! is produced in partnership with the Japanese American Citizens League Pacific Northwest Regional Office (JACLPNW) and focuses on educating and empowering the next generation of Japanese American and Asian Pacific (API) youth by helping to develop self identity, creating awareness of Asian American issues and increasing youth leadership within the community.
Although the program is focused on the historic and contemporary Nikkei community, our mission is to provide youth from all cultural and ethnic backgrounds a place to develop their leadership skills. Project: Community! is organized around a variety of hands on learning sessions and dynamic projects that are designed to enrich students through knowledge of self identity, volunteerism and a sense of community.
Project: Community! is an exciting opportunity for students to learn about and get more involved with the Japanese American community. By participating in Project: Community! students will have the opportunity to visit historic International District and Nihonmachi landmarks, learn more about Nikkei history and heritage and meet and speak with political, business and community leaders including but not limited to KING 5 news anchor Lori Matsukawa, internationally acclaimed artist Roger Shimomura and former Washington State House Representative Kip Tokuda. In addition, the program will provide a safe and supportive place for youth to develop their own identity and will seek to empower students with the confidence and determination to improve not only the community but themselves as well.
Project: Community! meets twice a month on one Saturday and one Sunday afternoon and will start on March 19th and continue until July 17th. If you or someone you know would like to sign up please visit http://jcccw.org/Project-Comm-reg2011.html, registration closes on March 15th.
The program fee is only $25 (to be paid at the first session). For more information about this exciting youth leadership program please feel free to contact the JCCCW office at (206) 568-7114 or email us at admin@jcccw.org. To view the full program flyer please click here.
The JCCCW would like to invite you to its third annual Tomodachi Luncheon on April 1st from 11:30 am - 1:30 pm at the Seattle Westin (1900 Fifth Avenue Seattle, WA 98101-1204).
Tomodachi means "friend" in Japanese and in that spirit the JCCCW's Tomodachi Luncheon is a community fundraising event that honors the contributions of an individual or group that promotes and celebrates Japanese or Japanese American culture and heritage and/or works to strengthen cultural ties between the United States and Japan. The Tomodachi Luncheon brings together business leaders, politicians and other community members to help support the efforts of JCCCW. This year JCCCW will be presenting the Tomodachi Award to Nintendo of America for its contribution toward furthering friendship and cultural exchange between the United States and Japan through gaming culture. Accepting the award on behalf of Nintendo of America and keynoting the lunch will be company President and COO Reginald Fils Aime. There will also be a Silent Auction with fun items such as wine, personal services and a Nintendo Wii! Andrea Nakano of KING 5 news will emcee the event and entertainment will feature a lively performance by taiko players from the Okinawa Club of Washington.
Thanks to the generosity of corporate sponsors including Nintendo of America, the Muckleshoot Tribe, Boeing, Furuta Lee Foundation, Jeff and Sachie Nitta, Penny and Frank Fukui (the Woodburn Company), Union Bank and Mitsubishi all of the proceeds raised from the Luncheon will go toward supporting JCCCW programs and operations. The lunch is free but there is a recomended donation of $125 or more. To RSVP please contact the JCCCW Office at admin@jcccw.org or call (206) 568-7114 or online at www.jcccw.org/Tomodachi-Luncheon-reg2011.html.
Nikkei Genealogy is back! JCCCW is happy to announce that it will be having another Nikkei Genealogy Workshop on March 10th from 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm at the Cultural Center (1414 S. Weller St. Seattle, WA). The cost for this program is only $25, to sign up visit our website to fill out a registration form. JCCCW's Nikkei Genealogy Workshop is one of our most popular programs and gives participants the tools and basic skills to delve deep into government immigration records, census data, passenger ship manifests and incarceration camp documentation to help them discover fascinating and unique family stories. Participants in past Nikkei Genealogy Workshops have been amazed at the information that they have been able to gather. Each shred of information no matter how seemingly insignificant can lead to a long lost family member, unique family story or other breakthrough that can change how you view your family's past. Space is limited so sign up today!
JCCCW is happy to report that John Stanford International School’s Japan Night 2011 was a great success with hundreds of students and their parents in attendance. JCCCW provided a variety of fun kid's activities for the event and hopes to continue to work closely with the John Stanford International School in the near future.
John Stanford International School is an award-winning Seattle public elementary school offering language immersion in both Japanese and Spanish. For more information visit their website at http://www.jsisweb.com/.
On March 13th the Omoide Project will continue its popular community forum series, this time focusing on the experiences of the Shin Issei. This community forum will tackle the unique experiences of Japanese nationals who immigrated to the United States after 1965. The forum will be held at the JCCCW (1414 S. Weller St) and will go from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm. If you or someone you know would be interested in sharing your/their story at this event please contact Leela Billow at leelab@jcccw.org.
The Omoide Project is dedicated to preserving the memories of Japanese Americans incarcerated during the Second World War as well as the history and experiences of the Seattle area Nikkei community. To become involved in the Omoide Project or for more information please contact Leela Billow at leelab@jcccw.org.
Nationally renowned author and Seattle native son Jamie Ford will make a special appearance this Sunday at JCCCW from 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm. Ford will read selections from and autograph copies of his New York Times bestselling novel "Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet" as well as answer questions from the audience.
JCCCW will be holding it's second annual Kodomo no Hi in May of 2011 at the Cultural Center. Kodomo no Hi is JCCCW's signiture children's event that features a wide range of family friendly games and activities like paper yoroi (armor) making as well as cultural performances and exhibitions such as Taiko and Karate. Kodomo no Hi is one of JCCCW's most popular events and Kodomo no Hi 2010 was featured in the Seattle Times. While a specific date has not yet been set for Kodomo no Hi 2011 it is sure to be fun for the whole family. More information regarding specific dates and times for Kodomo no Hi 2011 will be made available at a later date so be sure to check our enewsletter and website for updates.
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Ways to Get Involved With the JCCCW
Have important news and information to share with the community? Want to let more people know about your event, workshop or class? Why not submit something to be included in the JCCCW enewsletter? JCCCW’s electronic mailing list currently has more than 1,000 members and is constantly growing so our enewsletter is a fast, easy and free way for you to get the word out to a wide audience. Just send an email to admin@jcccw.org including a detailed description of what you would like us to feature and we will try to accomodate your anouncement in our upcoming enewsletter. All submissions are due by the 15th of the month and will go out on the first of the following month for example, submissions that are received on February 15th will go out on March 1st for example.
JCCCW is here to serve the community and we are happy to utilize our resources to support the efforts of other community organizations and nonprofits. All submissions are welcome but please understand that space is limited so some may be omitted do to volume constraints. If you have any questions about submitting something for the JCCCW enewsletter please feel free to email Communications Coordinator Daniel Aisaka at Daniela@jcccw.org.
Want to become more involved with JCCCW? Then why not sign up to become a Yoisho! Volunteer?! The goal of the Yoisho! Volunteer Program is to foster volunteerism and leadership in the community by directly involving community members in the Cultural Center. Yoisho! Volunteers play an invaluable role at JCCCW donating their time and expertise to provide support for programs and events at the Cultural Center. Our volunteers come form various backgrounds and all are dedicated to the JCCCW mission.
We are currently looking for Yoisho! Volunteers for the Tomodachi Luncheon, Kodomo no Hi and Cherry Blossom Festival. Please register to be a volunteer online at JCCCW or send an email to volunteer coordinator Leela Bilow at leelab@jcccw.org and let us know what your interests and skills are. | |
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Community Events and News Minidoka Pilgrimage Taiko Fundraiser: Sunday, Feb. 20th
On February 19th, 1942 President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed Executive Order 9066 which forcibly expelled over 120,000 Japanese American citizens and legal residents from the west coast and into incarceration camps during the Second World War. In order to raise awareness of this historic event the Minidoka Pilgrimage Committee, in partnership with the Friends of Minidoka and Seattle University, is proud to present the second annual Day of Remembrance Taiko Festival on Sunday February 20th, 2011. The concert will take place at Seattle University’s Pigott Auditorium (1016 E. Marion St.) from 2 pm - 4pm and will feature a variety of performances from local Pacific Northwest Taiko Groups including Inochi Taiko, Kaze Daiko, One World Taiko, Northwest Taiko, The School of Taiko, Seattle Kokon Taiko and Seattle Matsuri Taiko.
The concert provides an ongoing reminder about the dangers of sacrificing civil and constitutional rights in the name of national security. In recalling the events of February 1942, the Japanese American community aims to remind the public about the need to protect civil rights and is especially relevant in a post 9/11 world.
Tickets for the concert are only $20 and can be purchased at the Japanese Cultural and Community Center of Washington (JCCCW) main office at 511 16th Ave. South and via Pay Pal on the Day of Remembrance Taiko Festival website. Tickets purchased through Pay Pal will be available at will-call on the day of the concert. Raffle tickets will also be sold for a chance to win a 42 inch LCD television. Cost is $10 per ticket, and will be available from Minidoka Pilgrimage Committee members at the concert, and through the JCCCW (participants need not be present at the concert to be eligible to win the grand prize).
Thanks to the generosity of sponsors including Union Bank, Seattle University and the Fred T. Korematsu Center for Law and Equality nearly all of the proceeds raised through concert and raffle ticket sales will directly benefit the 2011 Minidoka Pilgrimage.
For more information about this fantastic fundraising concert please visit the Day of Remembrance Taiko Festival website or contact the JCCCW at Admin@jcccw.org. To view a full sized image of the poster please click on the image at left.
On February 9 and March 2, 1971, the Seattle Central Community College Oriental Student Union (OSU) led demonstrations to protest the lack of Asian American administrators at the college. On March 2nd, 2011 the leaders of these demonstrations, Alan Sugiyama and Mike Tagawa, will be speaking at Broadway Performance Hall (1701 Broadway) at 7 pm to discuss their personal experiences with community activism and organizing and give insight as to how these historic demonstrations sparked the Asian American Civil Rights Movement in the greater Seattle area, and what their significance is 40 years later. For more information about this free event contact Alan Sugiyama at asugiyama@comcast.net. To RSVP please visit http://www.jaclseattle.org/seizethetime.
Looking for an exciting cultural oppertunity for your son or daughter this summer? The YMCA is currently taking registration for its Intensive Summer Japanese Language Study Program in Kobe. Through this exciting program students will study Japanese in an immersive language environment while simultaneously having the opportunity to participate in a number of Japanese cultural arts such as shodo (Calligraphy), ikebana, (flower arrangement), karate, anime and tea ceremony. Students will also be able to see Japan through field trips and other group activities. The program is one month long running from July 5th - August 6th. For more information about this language immersion oppertunity contact mkusakabe@seattleymca.org or view the official brochure here. Applications are due by Febuary 18th and require two letters of recomendation. To view the application click here.
The Japanese American Citizens League in partnership with the Council on American-Islamic Relations-WA (CAIR), OneAmerica, the Arab American Community Coalition (AACC), the Muslim Association of Puget Sound (MAPS), and the National Park Service is happy to announce that it is now accepting applications for the Bridging Communities-Seattle Program. The events of 9/11 have caused a rise in anti-Muslim and anti-Arab American sentiment in the United States that is analogous to the discrimination felt by Japanese Americans during the Second World War. In recognition of this fact the Bridging Communities-Seattle Program seeks to further dialog and understanding between the Muslim American, Arab American, and Japanese American communities by educating youth about the social and historical commonalities that these communities share.
The goal of the Bridging Communities-Seattle Program is to establish solidarity between the Seattle area Arab and Muslim American communities and Japanese American community. Through interactive workshops, participants will focus on topics such as community, identity, human rights, culture, religion, community service, and advocacy. The Bridging Communities-Seattle Program will meat once a month for four months starting in March and will conclude with a three trip to visit the site of the Minidoka American Concentration Camp. The four dates are as follows: March 26th, April 23rd, May 14th and June 30th-July 3rd (Minidoka trip). If you would like more information or would like to register for this unique program please contact the Bridging Communities-Seattle Program Coordinator Mackenzie Walker at mwalker@jacl.org. Applications are due by February 25th, 2011 and can be found at: http://www.jacl.org/bc-seattle.
Explore Seattle’s deep connections with Japan and celebrate the beauty of spring at the Seattle Cherry Blossom & Japanese Cultural Festival. Presented by the Seattle Cherry Blossom & Japanese Cultural Festival Committee the Seattle Cherry Blossom Festival is a three day event that features a wide variety of cultural arts demonstrations, delicious food and artwork. This year's festival will take place at the Seattle Center from April 1st to April 3rd. Click here for more information.
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