We Japanese Teachers Association in Charlotte and Gastonia appreciate everyone who support the festival.
We will see you next year.
Sunday, May 15, 2011
Thank you all!
This year's Japanese Cultural Festival was held on Saturday, May 7 with a great success.
We Japanese Teachers Association in Charlotte and Gastonia appreciate everyone who support the festival.
We will see you next year.
We Japanese Teachers Association in Charlotte and Gastonia appreciate everyone who support the festival.
We will see you next year.
Saturday, April 23, 2011
Charlotte ''KIBOU'' -Hope- Project
Japanese Teachers Association and its Bunkasai committee appreciate the participation of Charlotte ''KIBOU'' -Hope- Project.
BUDOKAN Charlotte
Japanese Teachers' Association and its Bunkasai committee appreciate the participation of Budokan Charlotte.
"Thank you for your interest in Budokan USA. The word "Budokan" means, "A place to study the Martial Way." Traditional Japanese Martial Arts are renowned for providing truly effective self-protection skills, plus a lifetime of personal growth. It is our honor to share these benefits with you.
To maximize our effectiveness, we think it is important for prospective students to understand our philosophy and how best to work with our schools to provide the best learning experience for you and/or your child.
We are always here to serve you. If you have any questions, feel free to talk to us. We strongly believe in the value of our programs for all ages. Everyone can gain great benefit from the study of Japanese Martial Arts for their entire lives."
(http://www.budokanusa.com/home.html)
"Budokan Charlotte is our hombu (headquarters) dojo.
Our 6000 sq. ft. facility is a “state-of-the-art” training center with private male and female dressing rooms, a 2400 sq. ft. hardwood and/or tatami (mats) main workout area, along with a 1200 sq. ft. multipurpose training area, which can be set up with 14 heavy bags for a power workout, or for a lecture/seminar with 50+ attendees. We also offer "professional quality" training equipment, a “surround-sound” audio system, a 52" large-screen video system and much more!"
(http://www.budokanusa.com/budokan_charlotte.html)
"Thank you for your interest in Budokan USA. The word "Budokan" means, "A place to study the Martial Way." Traditional Japanese Martial Arts are renowned for providing truly effective self-protection skills, plus a lifetime of personal growth. It is our honor to share these benefits with you.
To maximize our effectiveness, we think it is important for prospective students to understand our philosophy and how best to work with our schools to provide the best learning experience for you and/or your child.
We are always here to serve you. If you have any questions, feel free to talk to us. We strongly believe in the value of our programs for all ages. Everyone can gain great benefit from the study of Japanese Martial Arts for their entire lives."
(http://www.budokanusa.com/home.html)
"Budokan Charlotte is our hombu (headquarters) dojo.
Our 6000 sq. ft. facility is a “state-of-the-art” training center with private male and female dressing rooms, a 2400 sq. ft. hardwood and/or tatami (mats) main workout area, along with a 1200 sq. ft. multipurpose training area, which can be set up with 14 heavy bags for a power workout, or for a lecture/seminar with 50+ attendees. We also offer "professional quality" training equipment, a “surround-sound” audio system, a 52" large-screen video system and much more!"
(http://www.budokanusa.com/budokan_charlotte.html)
Mai 舞 Japanese restaurant
Japanese Teachers Association and its Bunkasai committee appreciate the participation of Mai.
Enjoy Japanese food from Mai!
Enjoy Japanese food from Mai!
LOTTE
Japanese Teachers Association and its Bunkasai committee appreciate the participation of LOTTE.
Enjoy Japanese snacks and drinks from LOTTE!
Enjoy Japanese snacks and drinks from LOTTE!
HATOYA
Japanese Teachers Association and its Bunkasai committee appreciate the participation of HATOYA.
Enjoy snacks and drinks from HATOYA!
Enjoy snacks and drinks from HATOYA!
Japanese restaurant Ru San's
Japanese Teachers Association and its Bunkasai committee appreciate the participation of the Japanese restaurant Ru San's.
Enjoy the Japanese food from Ru San's!
Enjoy the Japanese food from Ru San's!
Tuesday, April 5, 2011
Cataler
Japanese Teachers' Association and its Bunkasai committee appreciate the donation from Cataler.
Cataler is a manufacturer of automobile catalysts, which helps maintain a clean environment.
"We mainly develope and manufacture “Automotive catalysts”, “Motorcycle catalysts” and “Activated carbon”.
Our main product is “Automotive catalysts”. Although there are many catalyst suppliers, it is rare that is specialized in automotive catalysts. The high level of technology is required, since automotoive catalysts have to be robust enough to support various driving conditions. Our development style is to work together with OEMs such as Toyota & GM, and its technology receives high reputation from OEMs in the world.
We also develop and manufacture the motorcycle catalysts and other kinds of catalysts such as for leisure vehicles and lawn mowers by applying the above technology.
We also have “Activated carbon” business. As there are so many competitors in this field, we focu on the roducts and the environmental field by taking advantage as an automotive parts suppliers."
(http://www.cataler.co.jp/english/company/index.html)
Cataler is a manufacturer of automobile catalysts, which helps maintain a clean environment.
"We mainly develope and manufacture “Automotive catalysts”, “Motorcycle catalysts” and “Activated carbon”.
Our main product is “Automotive catalysts”. Although there are many catalyst suppliers, it is rare that is specialized in automotive catalysts. The high level of technology is required, since automotoive catalysts have to be robust enough to support various driving conditions. Our development style is to work together with OEMs such as Toyota & GM, and its technology receives high reputation from OEMs in the world.
We also develop and manufacture the motorcycle catalysts and other kinds of catalysts such as for leisure vehicles and lawn mowers by applying the above technology.
We also have “Activated carbon” business. As there are so many competitors in this field, we focu on the roducts and the environmental field by taking advantage as an automotive parts suppliers."
(http://www.cataler.co.jp/english/company/index.html)
Okuma America Corporation
Japanese Teachers' Association and its Bunkasai committee appreciate the donation from Okuma America Corporation.
Okuma is a world leader in the development of computer numeric controls (CNC) and machining technology. Okuma vertical and horizontal machining centers, lathes, double column machining centers, grinders, and wheel machines offer users high throughout, high accuracy, reliable solutions to production machining operations.
Okuma machines are designed using Mechatronics, our full circle approach to equipment design that allows us to build machines that have the exact balance of power, speed and size to meet most any application.
We control every aspect of the design and production of the six core components on every machine: Automatic Tool Changer (ATC), motor/drive/encoder, base casting, OSP Control, turret, and spindle. That control blends mechanical and electrical development to assure that each piece performs exactly as expected, enabling you to achieve better results faster and with unrivaled reliability. Should your machine require service, our strong distributor network (the seventh exclusive component) offers fast access to expert technicians.
Okuma’s unique methodology regarding machine tool manufacturing delivers products, service and experience that push industry standards."
(http://www.okuma.com/products)
Okuma is a world leader in the development of computer numeric controls (CNC) and machining technology. Okuma vertical and horizontal machining centers, lathes, double column machining centers, grinders, and wheel machines offer users high throughout, high accuracy, reliable solutions to production machining operations.
Okuma machines are designed using Mechatronics, our full circle approach to equipment design that allows us to build machines that have the exact balance of power, speed and size to meet most any application.
We control every aspect of the design and production of the six core components on every machine: Automatic Tool Changer (ATC), motor/drive/encoder, base casting, OSP Control, turret, and spindle. That control blends mechanical and electrical development to assure that each piece performs exactly as expected, enabling you to achieve better results faster and with unrivaled reliability. Should your machine require service, our strong distributor network (the seventh exclusive component) offers fast access to expert technicians.
Okuma’s unique methodology regarding machine tool manufacturing delivers products, service and experience that push industry standards."
(http://www.okuma.com/products)
Saturday, April 2, 2011
Viscotec
Japanese Teachers' Association and its Bunkasai committee appreciate the donation from Viscotec.
"Viscotec is a wholly owned subsidiary of Seiren USA Corporation. Seiren Corporation, in turn, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Seiren Co., Ltd., a Japanese Corporation. The Seiren Co., Ltd’s group of international companies is engaged in various industries including dyeing and finishing of various textile products; planning, manufacture and sales of various textile products; manufacture and sales of various chemical products; manufacture and sales of various industrial machines, and planning, manufacture and sales of electronic products. Seiren Co., Ltd., has offices and manufacturing facilities located throughout Japan, the United States, China, Thailand, Brazil, the Czech Republic and Italy. Viscotec’s primary business is to manufacture automobile interior textile by transforming the basic synthetic fibers into an automotive interior fabric."
(http://www.seiren.com/english/company/network.html)
"Viscotec is a wholly owned subsidiary of Seiren USA Corporation. Seiren Corporation, in turn, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Seiren Co., Ltd., a Japanese Corporation. The Seiren Co., Ltd’s group of international companies is engaged in various industries including dyeing and finishing of various textile products; planning, manufacture and sales of various textile products; manufacture and sales of various chemical products; manufacture and sales of various industrial machines, and planning, manufacture and sales of electronic products. Seiren Co., Ltd., has offices and manufacturing facilities located throughout Japan, the United States, China, Thailand, Brazil, the Czech Republic and Italy. Viscotec’s primary business is to manufacture automobile interior textile by transforming the basic synthetic fibers into an automotive interior fabric."
(http://www.seiren.com/english/company/network.html)
Thursday, March 31, 2011
Oiles America Corporation
Japanese Teachers' Association and its Bunkasai committee appreciate the donation from Oiles America Corporation.
OILES America Corporation is located in Concord, NC, and is the North American subsidiary of Oiles Corporation of Japan, an internationally recognized leader in maintenance free bearing products.
OILES America Corporation is a major supplier of bearing products to the auto industry, both as a first and second tier supplier.
In the industrial equipment market, OILES America Corporation's maintenance free bearing products offer cost effective alternatives to automatic lubrication systems, while freeing machine operators from day to day lubrication requirements.
The objectives of OILES America are the following:
* Production and sales of oilless bearings to be used in various applications
o Precision machinery, machine tools, carrier equipment, office equipment and their components
o Construction and civil engineering equipment
o Telecommunications equipment, electrical machinery, instruments and their components
o Research and development
o Automotive - Door hinges, rack guides, exhaust seals, and die components
OILES America Corporation is located in Concord, NC, and is the North American subsidiary of Oiles Corporation of Japan, an internationally recognized leader in maintenance free bearing products.
OILES America Corporation is a major supplier of bearing products to the auto industry, both as a first and second tier supplier.
In the industrial equipment market, OILES America Corporation's maintenance free bearing products offer cost effective alternatives to automatic lubrication systems, while freeing machine operators from day to day lubrication requirements.
The objectives of OILES America are the following:
* Production and sales of oilless bearings to be used in various applications
o Precision machinery, machine tools, carrier equipment, office equipment and their components
o Construction and civil engineering equipment
o Telecommunications equipment, electrical machinery, instruments and their components
o Research and development
o Automotive - Door hinges, rack guides, exhaust seals, and die components
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
おみこしーOmikoshi
日本のお祭りでは、よくおみこしをかついで歩きます。シャーロットの文化祭でも、子どもたちがおみこしをかつぎます。
In the Japanese festivals, people carry Omikoshi (portable shrine) and walk around. At the Bunkasai in Charlotte, children carry Omikoshi.
太鼓ーTaiko drums
スミスアカデミーの小学生たちが、太鼓を演奏します。
Children from the Smith Academy Elementary School perform on their Taiko Drum.
折り紙ーPaper holdings
習字ーcalligraphy
文化祭では、習字を体験できるブースがあります。美しい字が書けるように、頑張ってください。
At Bunkasai, you can try writing calligraphy. Enjoy the Art of Characters!
Saturday, February 26, 2011
第九回文化祭ーThe ninth annual Japanese Culture festival
第九回文化祭は五月七日（土）午後一時から午後三時半までスミスアカデミーで行われます。場所は「1600 Tyvola Road Charlotte NC 28210」です。
The ninth annual Japanese Culture festival will be held on May 7th at 1:00pm-3:30pm at the Smith Academy of International Languages which is located at 1600 Tyvola Road Charlotte NC 28210.
ゲームや踊りや剣道や書道など、日本文化に関係のあるアクティビティがたくさんあります。日本の食べ物もたくさんあり、日本文化や日本語に関する意識を高めることが目標です。
There will be many kinds of Japanese culture related activities such as games, dance, Kendo, calligraphy and more. There will be many types of Japanese food. The goals of the cultural activities are to create an awareness about Japanese culture and language.
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