A Day of Japanese Cultural Events, Demonstrations, Workshops

and Exhibits celebrating Japanese Arts, Traditional Crafts, Culture & Literature, was held in Cardiff Central Library on Saturday 31st May 2014.

This event was delivered in partnership with local Japanese community members, businesses and institutions.

Cardiff Central Library • Website • Cardiff Central Library on facebook

Tea Ceremony Demonstration

A tea ceremony in the 'Chabako-Demae' style (茶箱手前) was demonstrated by Yuki, Kikumi & Masakazu.

For more information about the Japanese Tea Ceremony • Japanese Tea Ceremony

Tea Ceremony & Story Telling accompanied by Koto Music

Beautiful Koto music, by professional musician Hiroko Sue, accompanied the Tea ceremony and Story telling.

Hiroko Sue • Japan Society Website - Hiroko's page • Listen

Richard Berry • Writer & Storyteller

"Bonsai in Wales"

An exhibition of bonsai (miniature trees) was provided by Peter Fielding, chairman of the Cardiff Bonsai Club (left) and Keith Wilson, secretary of the Glynderi Bonsai Club (right).

The Cardiff Bonsai Club meet at Christchurch Scout Hall, Roath Park, Cardiff CF23 5QN.

For further details • Cardiff Bonsai Club • Membership information • Contact

The Glynderi Bonsai Club meet at Oakdale Community Centre, Penrhiw Avenue, Oakdale, Blackwood NP12 0NH.

For further details • Glynderi Bonsai Club • Contact

Other information • Bonsai in Wales Website

Coleg y Cymoedd: Exhibit Japan

A diverse collection of Japanese inspired fashion and textiles, designed by BTEC Extended Diploma Fashion and Textile students from Coleg y Cymoedd.

Visit the college website • English • Cymraeg

Japanese Saturday School at Whitchurch High School

An exhibition of art work and calligraphy by school children from the Japanese Saturday School in Wales, Cardiff.

Visit the • Wales Japan Club Website • Classes • Whitchurch School Website

Hands-on Workshops

Along with displays of Japanese books and areas for Traditional Children's games, there were opportunities for hands-on experiences with Origami, Calligraphy and Traditiional Children's games.

Japanese Calligraphy: The art of writing using brushes and Sumi ink. • Japanese Calligraphy

Origami: 'Paper folding' to make cranes and other shapes. • Origami

Traditional Japanese Children's Toys & Games • Traditional Toys and Games

For more information on Japanese Cultural Workshops:

Club Taishikan is a workshop organised by the Japanese Embassy's Japan Information and Cultural Centre (JICC), aimed at introducing various aspects of Japan to young people. The Embassy of Japan in London welcomes school groups of 30 or less to visit the Embassy for cultural workshops and to learn more about Japan. • Club Taishikan Link.

Sakura

A selection of Sakura original prints and reproductions, bookmarks, postcards and notepads, featuring designs by Allison & Michael Mackenzie, were on sale on the day.

Visit our Website • Sakura Website • Sakuraya Page

SAORImôr • Weaving Technique

Developed in Japan by Misao Jo, SAORI philosophy and freestyle textile weaving techniques have inspired weavers and artists all over the world.

For more information • SAORImôr on Facebook

Shibori

A showcase of traditional and contemporary Shibori (a form of Japanese textile tie and dye) by Michelle Griffiths, World Shibori Network representative for the UK & Ireland.

For more information • Michelle Griffiths Website • Shibori

A selection of delicious food was provided on the day by three vendors.

Mount Fuji Tokyo Teriyaki Restaurant: Mount Fuji Cardiff Restaurant, Level 0, Eastside, St Davids 2 Shopping Centre, Cardiff CF10 2EF. (Pictured left)

Ren (蓮): Yuko Harris •

Seoul Haus Yakiniku restaurant: Seoul Haus, Cae Garw Lodge, Newport Road, St Mellons, Cardiff CF3 2WH. (Pictured right)

For more information • Mount Fuji Restaurant Website • Seoul Haus Restaurant Website

Akatsuki

A manga workshop was provided by Graphic Designer Akatsuki (Asuka Bochenska Tanaka) covering how to draw character's faces and expressing the emotions of the characters.

See Akatsuki's Website & Blog • Kropla Website • Blog

Daniel Edwards

After last year's painting of Mount Fuji, one of Japan's most iconic landmarks, Daniel spent the day working on a beautiful portrait of a Maiko (young Geisha).

Find him at • Saatchi Art

Mitsujiro Nao

Mitsujiro Nao, accomplished Nihonga artist and Dōjō Chō of the Renseikan Kendo Club.

For information • Art Work by Mitsujiro Nao - Website

Renseikan Kendo Club

Impressive demonstrations of Kendo were made both outside and inside the library on the day by members of the Renseikan Kendo Club based at St. Joseph's R.C. High School, Pencarn Way, Tredegar Park, Newport NP10 8XH.

For more information • Renseikan Kendo Club Website • 日本語

For further information about events at Cardiff Central Library

Cardiff Central Library stock Japanese books for the community. The stock reflects the demands from the community and has a mix of collections bought by the library on the recommendation of the community and some donated titles. Books are on various topics such as fiction, cookery, health, language, books for children and much more.
• Cardiff Central Library Website • Cardiff Central Library on facebook

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