The Japan Foundation, Sydney : Events

Around Australia

Around Australia is a list of Japan-related events being held around the country.

The Japan Foundation, Sydney is not affiliated with events listed in Around Australia, and is not responsible for the content of events or linked websites. For further details of these events, please contact the event organiser directly.

Event listings

	Yasurai no Hana (Flower of Peace and Serenity) 4th September 2008 7pm at the Zenith Theatre, Chatswood $25 adults/ $15 concession Both Japanese and Aboriginal cultures have a strong connection with the land and their ancestors. This cross-cultural performance will showcase traditional Japanese performer Takujiro Hanayagi and his wife Michiko Fuji, a traditional Japanese folk singe3r, in collaboration with Aboriginal performer Walangari Karntawarra. For bookings and/ or information, please call 0416 174 144 or purchase tickets at Willoughby City Council, Level 4, Customer Service.

	The Australia Japan Business Association The Australia Japan Business Association was established in 2005 and was founded to enable regular opportunities for exchange between the Australian and Japanese business communities, with the aim of becoming a valuable organisation for those with an interest in bilateral ties. The AJBA run regular networking events featuring presentations from expert speakers. To find out more about the AJBA or register for one of our upcoming events, please visit www.ajba.com.au, email info@ajba.com.au or call our Sydney office on (02) 9222 9900.

	UNEP Goodwill Ambassador Concert 2008 Featuring Tokiko Kato, renowned Japanese folk-singer A charity performance to raise awareness for environmental protection. 20 August 2008, 7:30pm Sydney Congress Hall Cost: Free. Bookings are essential. Click here to reserve your ticket.

	Yokohama Triennale 2008 Sep 13 – Nov 30 2008 Showcasing newly released artworks of the cutting-edge contemporary art around the globe, the Triennale will feature many site-specific works highlighting the distinctive charms of the host city, all under the banner theme of Time Crevasse. http://www.yokohamatriennale.jp/2008/index_en.html#theme

	Sydney Japanese Language Exchange Group The Sydney Japanese Language Exchange Group is a group of casual, like-minded people who gather to practice Japanese and talk about Japan over a drink at Star Bar. We meet every 2nd Wednesday at 7pm in the bar lounge area of Star Bar - Upper level 600 George Street Sydney City.. Everyone is welcome and the atmosphere is casual and fun. The only cost is what you spend on drinks! The group has been running, in various forms, since 2002. For more information please visit: www.ozdeai.com/sydneyjapanese/ , contact james@speakoz.com or call 0404 257 387.

	The UNSW J-Club Meeting Who are we? J-Club is a social club that links Japanese people with UNSW students. When are the meetings? Every Wednesday 6:00pm - late. Who can come along? Anyone! How do I join? Just come along to our next meeting! Membership is free. Email jclub@cse.unsw.edu.au to join the mailing list. www.cse.unsw.edu.au/~jclub

	Auspeak The Auspeak Sydney/Japan network of friends aims to encourage language and cultural exchange through social gatherings. We meet every second Sunday at 3pm in Sydney. We also have an online group and website where members can communicate with each other. It’s a great alternative to ‘exchange partnering’, and offers a safe and fun environment for people who are serious about cultural and language exchange. Visit our website at www.auspeak.com or contact john@auspeak.com to find out more. Joining and participating is free. (NB: Members must be 18 or over.)

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