MIM – October 25, 2020 issue

1.Minato International Cultural Exhibition - Festivals in the World

 

We are holding a photo exhibition that introduces rare and little-known festivals held in 16 countries around the world. Come and see these festivals, which are based on each country’s culture and traditions.

Dates and Times:

  1st Exhibition - October 20th (Tuesday) - October 28th (Wednesday)

  2nd Exhibition - October 29 (Thursday) - November 9 (Monday) * November 9th (Monday), morning only

Venue: JR Shinagawa Station, in front of ecute (inside the central entrance gate)

Sponsor: Minato City

1st Exhibition in cooperation with the following organizations:

Embassy of Hungary / Hungarian Cultural Institute, Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, Embassy of the Republic of Iceland, Embassy of the Republic of Lithuania, Embassy of Ukraine, Tourism Bureau of Australia, Tourism Bureau of Germany, French Tourism Development Organization

2nd Exhibition in cooperation with the following organizations: 

Embassy of the Kingdom of Lesotho, Embassy of the Republic of Cuba, Embassy of the Republic of Eritrea, Embassy of the Republic of Honduras, Embassy of the Republic of Madagascar, Embassy of the Republic of Maldives, Embassy of the Republic of Nicaragua, Ministry of Tourism of the Philippines

Inquiries - Global Community Planning Subsection, Community Promotion Section, Tel: 03-3578-2046

2.MINATO CINEMA FESTIVAL 2020

 

Coinciding with the 33rd Tokyo International Film Festival, we will hold the Minato Cinema Festival, our own local film appreciation event. In 2020, under the theme "Movies are empowering!", we will screen inspirational movies that are full of hope.

Eligibility: Anyone

* If capacity is exceeded, a lottery will be held for those who live, work, or attend school in the city. 

*For more information, please see the Minato City website. (Japanese)

https://www.city.minato.tokyo.jp/kouhou/kuse/koho/minato2020/202010/20201001top/16.html

3.Seeking Participants & Observers for our 4th Japanese Speech Contest

 

This year marks the 4th Japanese speech contest sponsored by the Minato UNESCO Association and co-sponsored by the Minato City Board of Education. This is a Japanese speech contest for foreign residents in Japan, from elementary school students to working adults.

[Participants]

◇ Theme (select from the following; 1 sheet of A4 paper):

　1. What type of country is Japan, and what do you find most interesting?

　2. Thinking about the reality of climate change

　3. How has Corona changed your life?

◇ Application Deadline: November 13

◇ Email address for manuscript submission: info@minatounesco.jp

[Observers]

Date and Time: December 13th (Sunday), 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Venue: Minato City Gender Equality Center, Libra 1F Hall

Capacity: First 80 people. Admission: Free

Application: Call the Minato UNESCO Association at 03-3434-2300 (Tuesday-Friday 10:00 - 17:00)

* Please make sure to wear masks, wash your hands, and take your temperature in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

4.Traditional Japanese Culture - Seeking Participants for a “Bonseki” Demonstration and Workshop

 

“Bonseki” is the art of using swan and hawk feathers to create landscapes out of stones and sand on black lacquer trays. It is said that the culture of stone appreciation arrived from continental Asia in the 7th century, during the reign of Empress Suiko. The tradition was passed down through people such as Ashikaga Yoshimasa in the Muromachi period, Sen no Rikyu, and Tadaoki Hosokawa, and has developed along with Japan’s unique culture. The quiet time spent working on Bonseki may be exactly what is needed in modern times. We’d like to invite you to spend this quiet time together with us. 

Date & Time: November 21 (Saturday), 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm

Venue: Minato City Lifelong Learning Center, Room 305

Capacity: First 20 people. Participation fee: 500 yen

Application: Call the Minato UNESCO Association at 03-3434-2300 (Tuesday-Friday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm)

* Please make sure to wear masks, wash your hands, and take your temperature in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19. 

5.Traditional Japanese Culture - Seeking Participants for a “Shodo” Demonstration and Workshop

 

Shodo, the embodiment of the Japanese spirit and culture　

Enjoy some time spent in quiet contemplation.

Content:

- Learn about the history of Shodo

- Learn how to create a special piece of calligraphy for the New Year

- Creating a final piece of calligraphy on colored paper

Date & Time: December 5 (Saturday), 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Venue: Minato City Lifelong Learning Center, Room 304

Capacity: First 20 people. Participation fee: 500 yen

Application: Call the Minato UNESCO Association at 03-3434-2300 (Tuesday-Friday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm)

* Please make sure to wear masks, wash your hands, and take your temperature in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

6.There is a new multilingual AI chat!

It is now easier to use our service, which utilizes AI in a chat-format, to automatically get answers to your inquiries about administrative information! It is easier to understand with simple search methods which employ multiple choice options, as well as maps and images.
 We hope you will take advantage of this service!
[Supported languages] English, simple Japanese
[Question topics supported]
Eight categories: disaster prevention, trash disposal, child rearing / education, international / culture, medical / hospitals, various procedures (taxes, insurance, pension), tourism, and neighborhood associations. In addition, trivia is available on lifestyles and culture unique to Japan.
[How to use]
1. Access the Minato Information Board Facebook page (https://facebook.com/city.minato.mib/（external link）).
2. Click “Send message”.
3. Ask the AI a question.
* To use the service, you must download the Facebook Messenger app (free).
[Contact] Minato City Community Promotion Section, Global Community Planning Subsection (Tel: 03-3578-2565) *Japanese and English
* For more information, please see the website below.
http://www.city.minato.tokyo.jp/kokusaika/mim/201025en.html#en06