The Fort Worth Japanese Society · 2018. 5. 29. ·...
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Luncheon – Japanese PotterySunday, June 10th, from 12:30PM at Yamagata Kaikan (Society Center)
3608 Park Lake Drive, Fort Worth, TX 76133
Chris Powell, Associate Professor of Art at TCU’s College of
Fine Arts, an expert in the field of pottery and teaches
traditional and experimental ceramics techniques will talk to us
about Japanese pottery. We encourage you to bring in a piece
of Japanese pottery you have and share with us the backstory
of the piece. We will be making “Hiyashi Chuka” (cold ramen
noodles) perfect for the warm weather as well as “Kakigori”
(shaved ice). Lead by Chef Julia, members of our Events
Committee will help prepare the food. Sam Sumner will be
making the “Chashu” pork and Akiko Sonnemann will be
making the other ingredients like shredded eggs, ham and
cucumber for the dish. Adults $15, children 8 – 12 $12, and
children 7 and under are free. There is a 20% discount for
members aged 70 years and over (so $12.00).
RSVP by June 4th to Harvey Yamagata at 817-737-9166 or
email [email protected] or [email protected].
The Fort Worth Japanese Society
Kakigori
Our Mission: Foster understanding between Japanese and Americans by
providing an opportunity to learn about Japan, it’s people, language and culture.
Hiyashi Chuka
June LuncheonLearn about Japanese Pottery
May-Jun 2018 www.fwjs.org
The Fort Worth Japanese Society
Luncheon – Japanese Pottery
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SOCIETY NEWS – RECENT EVENTS
The teachers of our Japanese Language School became
chefs for our May Luncheon. Left to right: Yoko Hokazono,
Fumiko Coburn, Harumi Sharp, Katsuko Johnson and Akiko
Sonnemann (not pictured, Taeko Royal)Japanese Garden Festival – April 28th & 29thThank you all for making our participation in the Spring Festival in the Japanese Gardens such a success. There
were over 90 society members volunteering to demonstrate various Japanese cultural activities from Origami,
Calligraphy, Kimono Dress-up, Japanese Games and Tea Ceremony. This was one of the highest attended
festivals, with 6,646 visitors over the two-day festival.
Shinbokukai – April 6th at Sushi AxiomTwenty-one of our members joined in the fun at Sushi Axiom at our last Shinbokukai. We filled up the private
room which lent just the right atmosphere for conversation and dining. This is always a great time to relax and
enjoy the company of our members. Hope you can make it the next time.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Shinbokukai – Friday, June 1st from 6:00pm at Oni RamenCome and relax with fellow society members while enjoying ramen. Oni Ramen is a cool spot offering poke plus
house and build-your-own ramen with traditional & global influences. Their address is 2801 West 7th St, Fort
Worth, TX 76107, phone (817) 882-6554 which is the corner of West 7th and Foch streets with a multi-story
parking garage just next to the restaurant. Everyone pays on their own. RSVP by May 29th to Harvey Yamagata
at 817-737-9166 or email [email protected] or [email protected].
Luncheon – Japanese Pottery – Sun. Jun. 10th from 12:30pm at Yamagata KaikanIf you weren’t already aware that Japan is known for their outstanding pottery tradition, the program for this
luncheon will certainly capture your interest. Our special guest, Chris Powell, Associate Professor of Art at TCU’s
College of Fine Arts, is an expert in this field and teaches traditional and experimental ceramics techniques. We
encourage you to bring in a piece of Japanese pottery you have and share with us the backstory of the piece. We
will be making “Hiyashi Chuka” (cold ramen noodles) perfect for the warm weather as well as “Kakigori” (shaved
ice). Lead by Chef Julia, members of our Events Committee will help prepare the food. Sam Sumner will be
making the “Chashu” pork and Akiko Sonnemann will be making the other ingredients like shredded eggs, ham
and cucumber for the dish. Adults $15, children 8 – 12 $12, and children 7 and under are free. There is a 20%
discount for members aged 70 years and over (so $12.00). RSVP by June 4th to Harvey Yamagata at 817-737-
9166 or email [email protected] or [email protected].
Luncheon – Tanabata – Sun. July 15th from 12:30pm at Yamagata KaikanOne of our most popular luncheons, we celebrate the Tanabata Festival with “Izakaya” style dining. Tanabata,
also known as the Star Festival, celebrates the meeting of the deities Orihime and Hikoboshi (represented by the
stars Vega and Altair respectively). We will have food stations offering various Japanese delicacies like
“takoyaki,” “yakitori,” an assortment of “onigiri” and “yakisoba.” We will have the traditional bamboo wishing tree
on which we can hang our “tanzukus” (wishes written on paper and hung on the branches). Adults $15, children 8
– 12 $12, and children 7 and under are free. There is a 20% discount for members aged 70 years and over (so
$12.00). RSVP by July 9th to Harvey Yamagata at 817-737-9166 or email [email protected] or
Luncheon – May 20th
It’s very rewarding to see that our luncheons have
become so popular, with over 50 people attending our
May luncheon - many for their first time. Many thanks
to the teachers of our language school, Harumi Sharp,
Akiko Sonnemann, Fumiko Coburn, Katsuko Johnson,
Yoko Hokazono and Taeko Royal for preparing such a
delicious “yoshoku” (Japanese style western foods)
luncheon, as well as Elishia Flowers for her vanilla
and chocolate mousse. Following our meal, Sandra
Prachyl, a member of our society gave a “hands-on”
lesson in “Ikebana,” the Japanese art of flower
arrangement.
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日本人会会報
最近の出来事
ランチョン- 5月20日
この日のランチョンには50人以上もの参加者があり、初めて参加する方も大勢いました。私達のランチョンが、こ
の様に人気を増しているのを見ると非常にやりがいを感じます。この美味しい「日本風洋食ランチ」を準備してく
れた日本語学校の先生:晴美シャープ、明子ソネマン、富美子コーバン、勝子ジャソン、ようこ他薗、孝恵ロイヤ
ルの皆さん、またデザートのバニラとチョコムースを作ってくれたエリーシャ・フラワーさんに感謝致します。食
後は日本人会会員のサンドラ・プラチェルさんによる生け花の実践的なレッスンを楽しみました。
日本庭園春祭り-4月28日(土)4月29日(日)
大成功を収めた日本庭園の春祭りへ参加して下さった皆さま、有難うございました。
折り紙、書道、着物ドレスアップ、日本のゲーム、茶道など様々な日本の文化活動には、総勢90人を超える日本人
会会員がボランティアとして参加していました。このお祭りの2日間の来場者数は6,646人で、最も多い来訪者数の
うちの一つとなりました。
親睦会 - 4月6日(金) Sushi Axiom
21人の会員が楽しい一時を過ごしました。使用した個室は会員同士の会話と食事を楽しむのにちょうど良い雰囲気
でした。この催しはいつも私達会員同士がリラックスして親交を深めあうのに最適な機会です。今回は出席されな
かった方も次回はふるって参加されることを希望します。
予定されているイベント
親睦会 - 6月1日(金)午後6:00 Oni Ramenラーメンをたのしみながら会員同士で楽しい時を過ごしましょう。
オニラーメンは自家ラーメンの他に、具を選んで自分好みのラーメンを注文する事ができるユニークなお店です。
是非ご参加下さい。住所:2801 West 7th St, Fort Worth, TX 76107, 電話番号:(817) 882-6554, West 7thとFoch通りの
角にあり、レストランのすぐ隣には立体駐車場があります。(駐車料金は各自持ちです)参加希望者は5月29日ま
でに、電話:ハービー山縣817-737-9166、Email: [email protected]または [email protected].にご連絡くださ
い。
ランチョン - 日本の陶芸 6月10日(日)午後12時半 山縣会館もし、日本がその卓越した伝統的な陶芸で知られているという事に気付いていない方がいらっしゃるのなら、この
ランチョンのプログラムは非常に興味深いものになるに違いありません。この日の特別ゲストのクリス・パウエル
氏(TCU大学の美術学部の准教授)は、この分野の専門化でありまた、伝統的で実験的な陶芸技術を教えていま
す。
皆様には、ご自宅にある日本の陶器を何かひとつお持ちになり、その裏話等を私達と共有する事をお勧めします。
この日の昼食は、暑い気候に最適な「冷やし中華」と「かき氷」を用意しています。
シェフのジュリアの下、私達のイベント委員達が食事の準備をします。サム・サミエルさんがチャーシュ肉を作
り、明子ソネマンさんが他の材料の卵焼きやハム、きゅうり等を準備します。大人は15ドル、子供8-12歳は12ド
ル、子供7歳以下は無料です。 70歳以上の会員のために20%の割引があります。($12.00)
参加希望者は6月4日までに電話:ハービー山縣817-737-9166、Email: [email protected]または
[email protected].にご連絡ください。
ランチョン - 七夕 7月15日(日)午後12時半 山縣会館これは毎年最も人気のあるランチョンのひとつで、“居酒屋”スタイルで七夕をお祝いします。星祭りとしても知
られる七夕祭りは、織姫と彦星の神々(ベガとアルテアの星によって代表される)の集会を祝うものです。食事は
「たこ焼き」「焼き鳥」「おにぎり」「焼きそば」など様々な日本料理をフードステーションで用意します。ま
た、願い事を書いた短冊をつるす笹の木も用意しています。
大人は15ドル、子供8-12歳は12ドル、7歳以下は無料です。 70歳以上の会員のために20%の割引があります
($12.00)
参加希望者は7月9日までに、Harvey Yamagata at 817-737-9166 or email [email protected]@ or
[email protected].にご連絡下さい。
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Congratulations to Orion and Isaac Hall!
THANK YOUJapanese Garden Spring Festival Volunteers
Sons of William and Yoshiko Hall, Orion and Isaac, had their haikus accepted into
the Japan Airlines Children’s Haiku
contest. Orion, their younger son, age 7,
won the grand prize‼︎
The 15th World Children's Haiku Contest 'Living Things' (in USA)第15回世界こどもハイクコンテスト「いきもの」アメリカ/シカゴ・
ダラス大会結果
Calligraphy
Chizu Abe
Hiroshi Abe
Keiko Couch
Mikako Daniel
Katsuko Johnson
Wesley Noles
Bogdana Oliynyk
Chihiro Oseki
Harumi Sharp
Akiko Sonnemann
FWJS Info Table
Abi Camarillo
Devlin Chouinard
Rachel Clark
Rick Clark
Marcia King
Liberty Mata
Tammy Mata
Daisy Sigala
Sam Sumner
Japanese Dance
Yuki Agustin
Emma Augustin
Collin Bray
Liam Bray
Naoko Bray
Akiko Brewster
Jewel Brewster
Teanna Brewster
Isaac Hall
Orion Hall
William Hall
Yoshiko Hall
Haruko Herness
Yoko Hokazono
Ema Rogers
Japanese Games
Duncan Bullock
Beau Butler
Dawnelle Butler
Brenda Chouinard
James Daniel
Sophie Daniel
Gustavo dela Torre
Cassandra Donahue
Dan Emmert
Elishia Flowers
Kaitlin Jones
Allen Kelley
Geo Perez
Emma Renfro
Kamishibai
Chris Carson
Bernabe Martinez
Kim Nguyen
Grant Ogata
Libby Watson
William Winston
Kimono Dress-Up
Mandy Darsey
Chinatsu Lewis
Sarah Miles
Kanako Narita
Kumiko Porter
Tommio Porter
Takako Rogers
Asami Rossel
Leena Rossel
Ayako Small
Reiko Whitener
Origami
Maria Alacron-Furman
Yara Alacron-Furman
Tyler Bessemer
Yoko Cotton
Mitsue Crow
Joe Frabosilio
Yumiko Frabosilio
Irene Koscal
Matsue Koscal
Lisa Meyer
Sheretta Paraham
Joann Trimmier
Tea Ceremony
Asako Cosby
(others to be listed
in our next
newsletter)
Dondoko Taiko
Aaron Bakutis
BJ Bakutis
David Bakutis
Cori Hallock
Anthony Pryor
Cassi Southerland
(others to be listed
in our next
newsletter)
動物たちには肉食もいるしのろいのも速いのもいる海で暮らすのもいるよ
SAVE THE DATE (details in this newsletter)
Weekly or Bi-Weekly Society Activities
Classical Japanese Dance
This is a relatively small group meeting at the Society every Monday
morning from 11:00am to 1:00pm. The instructor is Mrs. Keio Miyamoto,
an accredited master of Fujima School. If anyone is interested in Japanese
dances, please come and join us. The group enjoys dancing with other
Fort Worthians at the spring and autumn Japanese Festival.
Contact: Teruko Green Cell: 817-723-3213.
Kurumi Ningyo
This group makes Japanese crafts and meets from
10:00am to 2:00pm every other Wednesday. Contact:
Nobuko Foshee.
Dondoko Taiko (Drum Group)
This group performs at many metroplex festivals and special events. Practice
every Sunday 6:00 to 8:30 PM. Contact: Asako Cosby 817-737-6581.
Japanese Language Class
Adult classes Mondays 6:00-7:30pm. (There may be other evenings, depending on class size.)
Children’s classes Mondays 4:45-5:30pm (must be over 3 years old). Very reasonable tuition.
Visit our website at www.fwjs.org. Contact: Harumi Sharp. Email [email protected].
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Shinbokukai – Friday, June 1st from 6:00pm at Oni Ramen
Dinner Get-Together at Oni Ramen. RSVP by May 29th to Harvey Yamagata at 817-737-9166 or email
[email protected] or [email protected].
Luncheon – Japanese Pottery – Sun. Jun. 10th from 12:30pm at Yamagata Kaikan
Chris Powell, Associate Professor of Art at TCU an expert in this field will talk about Japanese pottery. Food will
be “Hiyashi Somen” and “Kakigori.” RSVP by June 4th to Harvey Yamagata at 817-737-9166 or email
[email protected] or [email protected].
Luncheon – Tanabata – Sun. July 15th from 12:30pm at Yamagata Kaikan
Celebrate the Tanabata Festival (Star Festival) with “Izakaya” style dining including Japanese delicacies like
“takoyaki,” “yakitori,” an assortment of “onigiri” and “yakisoba.” RSVP by July 9th to Harvey Yamagata at 817-
737-9166 or email [email protected] or [email protected].
Chinatsu Lewis enjoying the Tokyo Café Omakase
dinner raffle prize donated by the restaurant’s chef. She
won the prize at our “Oshogatsu” raffle. Left to Right:
Sakura Noritsune, Chinatsu Lewis, Kanako Narita,
Ayako Small, Kaoru Yoshida. Standing: Kumiko Porter
and Chef Kevin Martinez.
At our May Luncheon, Sandra Prachyl leads us in making our
own “ikebana” flower arrangements.
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