You may not be aware of the Japan Society of
New Orleans, even though the group has existed in the Big Easy for nearly a
century. Established in 1928, the society endeavors to share Japanese and New
Orleans cultures by bringing people together through a variety of activities
and events. Whatever your background, if you are interested in Japan and
Japanese culture, you are welcome to get involved with the Japan Society of New
Orleans.
In addition to talks and presentations, the
organization puts on a cinema series, Japanese language programs, and culinary
events. The society also hosts visitors and lecturers from Japan, manages the
exchange program between New Orleans and its Japanese sister city of Matsue,
and presents the annual Japan Fest.
Get Involved With the Japan Society of New Orleans
The motto of the Japan Society of New Orleans
is: "See, hear, and read Japan!" At the heart of the organization are the
committee and groups, the people involved in which plan and produce the
schedule of the society for each year. If you are interested in Japanese
culture in New Orleans, you can get involved with the committee and groups. And
if you have an interest that the society's list of events and activities does
not currently include, feel free to contact the society with your ideas.
Perhaps you would like to see a presentation about Japanese popular music or
learn about online Japanese games. Or perhaps you're more interested in the
slots and table games available at a ライブカジノ (live casino).
Whatever your ideas are, get
in touch.
Alternatively, you can simply enjoy the numerous events and activities already scheduled by the Japan Society of New Orleans. Here are some of the best groups you can currently get involved with.
Kwaidan Book Club
The Kwaidan Book Club enables members to read
and discuss Japanese-related books, from novels to manga. The club typically
meets every two months. You can find dates and locations on the Japan Society
of New Orleans's events calendar. At present, the Kwaidan Book Club is
conducted online.
Nihongo Renshuu
This is the activity to get involved with if
you want to learn the Japanese language. The program caters to all levels, from
beginner to expert. Nihongo Renshuu, which means "Japanese practice," is a
great way to learn the Japanese language by talking to other people and playing
games. And the informal nature of the program allows you to have fun while you
learn.
Japanese Cinema Series
If you want to learn more about Japanese
cinema or just sit back and enjoy the best of Japanese film, you will love
becoming a part of the Japanese Cinema Series program. You get to watch Japanese movies from a wide variety
of genres. Films are typically screened every other month, but there are also
additional special screenings in collaboration with local film organizations
throughout the year.
What Else Does the Japan Society of New Orleans Offer?
The Japan Society of New Orleans often hosts
JUMP events. JUMP, which is an abbreviation for the Japan U.S. Military
Program, connects past and present service members and their families and
others who have served in Japan. With both online and live events, JUMP helps
to build relationships and provide opportunities for service members. JUMP also
plays a crucial role in sustaining the alliance and relationship between the U.S.
and Japan.
Another thing to look out for from the Japan
Society of New Orleans is the weekly Krewe of Japan Podcast. The fun and
educational online podcast's hosts explore Japanese culture in all its many
forms, from food to popular music.
