2012: A Busy 49th Year

2013: Entering Our Historic 50th!

January Movie: Always - Sunset on Third Street 3
2012年：イベント満載だった49周年

2013年：歴史的な50周年

1月の映画：Always - 3丁目の夕日 ‘64
December 2012 / January 2013 2012年12月・2013年1月 Vol.39 Issue 1

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2012-13 JCCC Board of Directors

President		
Past President/Advisor
VP, Heritage		
VP, Legacy 			
VP, Management 		
VP, Strategic Planning		
Special Ambassador		
Secretary			
Treasurer			Directors			
					
					
					
					
					
					
					
					
					
Advisors			
					
					
					
					
Past Foundation Chair		

In This Issue...
Gary Kawaguchi
Marty Kobayashi
Peter Wakayama
Art ItoAnn Ashley
Donna Davis
Sid Ikeda
Sharon Marubashi
Chris Reid
Ken Fukushima
Chris Hope
Shari Hosaki
Warren Kawaguchi
Lorene Nagata		
Christine Nakamura
Yuki Nakamura		Cary Rothbart
Nao Seko
Takato Yamashita
Miki Kobayashi		Mickey Matsubayashi
Steve Oikawa
Fred Sasaki
Connie Sugiyama
Mark Matsumoto

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系
文
化
会
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Holiday Messages

3

Nikkei Heritage Centre Inscriptions

4Year-end Events and Schedule5

Shin-Nen Kai and Sakura Gala

6-7

Movie and Upcoming Workshops

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Heritage News

11-12

Donations

14-16

日本語紙面

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JCCC Staff

James Heron
Executive Director			
jamesh@jccc.on.ca
416-441-2345 ext.224

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Kathy Tazumi
Accounting/General Administration Manager
kathyt@jccc.on.ca
416-441-2345 ext.229

及Christine Takasaki
Community Events/Volunteer Coordinator			christinet@jccc.on.ca
416-441-2345 ext.221

びHaruko Ishihara
Community Rentals 		
harukoi@jccc.on.ca
416-441-2345 ext.228

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Christine Seki
Corporate Rentals/Programming and Business Development
christines@jccc.on.ca
416-441-2345 ext.231

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Sally Kumagawa
Membership/Database Administrator		
sallyk@jccc.on.ca
416-441-2345 ext.223

ッToshiko Yamashita
Heritage/Newsletter Coordinator
heritage@jccc.on.ca
newsletter@jccc.on.ca
416-441-2345 ext.227

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Yuki Hipsh
Community Liaison			
yukih@jccc.on.ca		
416-441-2345 ext.235
Sandy Chan
Administrative Assistant		
sandyc@jccc.on.ca		
416-441-2345 ext.226
Constantin Dutescu
Operations and Technical Coordinator
constantind@jccc.on.ca
416-460-3522
Maki Klotz
Receptionist/Giftshop
jccc@jccc.on.ca		

416-441-2345 ext.222

The Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre Newsletter
Editors: James Heron, Kathy Tazumi, Toshiko Yamashita
Japanese Section: Toshiko Yamashita, Haruko Ishihara, Maki Klotz
Cover Picture: Collage of events in 2012Your news is welcome! Please send articles to:
newsletter@jccc.on.ca orJapanese Canadian Cultural Centre
6 Garamond Court, Toronto, ON M3C 1Z5
tel 416-441-2345 fax 416-441-2347 newsletter@jccc.on.ca
The submission deadline for the February issue is Tuesday January 15,
2013. 日本語の記事も受け付けています。 2月号の締め切りは2013年1月15日(火）です。

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Calendar of Events
December
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Tue
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Sat
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Tue
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Wed
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Mon
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January
Tue
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Tue
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Wed
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Thu
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February
Sat/Sun 2/3
Mon
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Wed
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Sat
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Thu
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Karaoke Club
Winter Family Festival
Understanding Dementia and 		Alzheimer Workshop
Karaoke Club
JCCC closed – Christmas Day
JCCC closed – Boxing Day
New Year’s Eve Dinner and 		Dance
JCCC closed – New Year’s Day(open only for Shin-nen Kai)
Shin-nen Kai
Japanese cooking classMovie Night: Sunset on Third 		Street 3
Taiko Workshop
JCCC closed - Family Day
Japanese Cooking Class
Shiatsu Workshop
Movie Night

March
Sat/Sun 2/3
Mon-Fri 11-15
Thu
28
Fri
29

Haru Matsuri
Kamp Kodomo
Movie Night
JCCC closed - Good Friday

JCCC President Holiday Message 2012
On behalf of the board of directors for the JCCC,
I would like to thank you for your participation,kind support and many hours of volunteerism
over the past year. Each of you plays such animportant role in helping to make the JCCC an
important part of the lives of so many people whoare interested in culture and Nikkei history while
having fun with friends.
Next year promises to be a very exciting yearwith the opening of the new Nikkei Heritage Centre in the springfeaturing the exhibition titled Five Generations that was first mounted
for the Royal Ontario Museum in the 1990’s. The new Nikkei
Heritage Centre will feature over 7,000 square feet of exhibition
space and it will focus on the development of the Nikkei community
in Canada, tracking the history of each wave of immigration overthe past 135 years presenting the evolution of our community into
the future.
2013 is the 50th anniversary of the JCCC and plans areunderway to relive the memories and rekindle some pride andpassion for our success to date. Watch for more details to come.
I wish you and your families a safe and happy holiday season
and hope that you have a new year full of promise and prosperity.
Sincerely,

Gary Kawaguchi

From the JCCC Foundation
Dear Friends,
The past year has been a year of building.
At the JCCC Foundation, we have continued
to build and maintain the fund of money thatwas established to support and sustain the
JCCC. That fund continues to grow and we aremanaging the fund with an eye to the future.
The people of the Tohoku region in
Japan also continue to rebuild their lives after
the devastating natural disaster of 2011. The JCCC Foundation
has worked diligently over the past year to identify, support andimplement a project that will benefit the children of the Tohoku
region for the future. The Japan Earthquake Relief project will help
to build their futures and in turn, the continued growth and successof Japan.
This project sees funds being donated from the Japan
Earthquake Relief Fund in three different ways:•
University scholarships to affected students in all three affected
prefectures, (Miyagi, Iwate and Fukushima);•
Funds directed to schoolchildren of all ages in each of theaffected prefectures; and•Funds directed to the Canadian Embassy in Japan’s “Hope For
Youth” project, bringing Japanese students to Canada to study.
This undertaking is designed to help build the futures of
the individually affected children, but also future resources for
the Tohoku region and the recovery of Japan as a whole. The

JCCC Foundation has worked hard to honour your donations andgenerosity through this program and we thank you for giving us theopportunity to do that.
On behalf of the members and directors of the JCCC
Foundation, we sincerely thank you for your generosity, supportand kindness. We wish you and your families all the very best of
the holiday season and the coming year.

Shari Hosaki
Chair, JCCC Foundation

Holiday Message from the Executive
Director
Dear Members:
2012 was another great year of friendship andculture here at the JCCC. Growth continues
around cultural activity, community engagement,
heritage initiatives, as well as the physicalbuilding itself.
We have seen the many new initiatives such as
the Heritage Conference marking the 70th year
since dispersal, performances from Nagata Shachu’s Tatsujin Gei,
Hachioji Kuruma Ningyo’s traditional puppet theatre and Japaneserock superstars Monkey Majik. We launched the Toronto Japanese
Film Festival in June and it far eclipsed any film event we haveheld at the Centre. Our 4th Sakura Ball was our biggest successto date and the award recipient George Takei absolutely charmed
the community. Construction commenced on the Nikkei Heritage
Centre, with its museum, library, tea room and new administration
offices. It is due to open its doors in 2013.
Another highlight of 2012 was the JCCC’s support and launchof Chris Hope’s film, Hatsumi – One Grandmother's Journey throughJapanese Canadian Internment. It will surely be an invaluable toolin our efforts to share the story of the Nikkei legacy with future
generations.
The uninitiated might ask, “How could such a small community
create one of the largest, busiest and most vital Japanese cultural
centres in the world?” The answer is simple. The JCCC is blessedwith a multitude of selfless and inexhaustible volunteers, an active
membership and community, a committed board of directors anda dedicated staff. To offer mere words of thanks seems profoundly
insufficient.
Finally, I want more than anything to offer my sincere thanks
to you the community for giving me the chance to be a part of
the Centre again for this, my eleventh year. It is an honour and I
am trying my best to make sure that I (and the JCCC) serve thecommunity in the manner it deserves.
I wish you a Merry Christmas, a Happy Holiday and a Wonderful
2013. Yoi otoshi o omukae kudasai. Rainen mo yoroshiku onegai
itashimasu.
With warmest regards,

James Heron3

A Holiday Gift Like No Other: Friends of the Nikkei Heritage Centre Inscriptions
Still looking for that special holiday gift for a friend or loved one? The JCCC is here to help!
Friends of the Nikkei Heritage Centre inscriptions make a holiday gift like no other: they’re
unique and personalized, pay homage to our Japanese Canadian heritage, and invest in the
future of our JCCC. For $500, you can purchase an inscription for yourself or make a tributein memory or in honour of a friend or loved one.
Friends of the Nikkei Heritage Centre is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for you and yourfamily to become part of Nikkei history at the JCCC. Your gift will support the creation andongoing operation of the permanent Nikkei heritage exhibit and archive, set to open in 2013,
the JCCC’s 50th anniversary year.
To become a friend of the Nikkei Heritage Centre call 416-441-2345, go to jccc.on.ca orvisit us at the JCCC.
INDIVIDUALS / COUPLES
Harry and Pat Adachi
Rose (Kato) Aihoshi in Gratitude
Ann and David Ashley
Donna (Sakaguchi) and Bob Davis
Gerald Fowlie - In Memory
Kazumi and Ken Fukushima
Koji and Tosh Goto
Ted and Michiko Harada
James and Masayo Heron
Lawrence and Dorothy Heron
Kimi Hiraishi - In Memory
Mary and Tomi Hiraishi
Teru and Jimmy Hiraishi - In Memory
Shari Hosaki and Darren Gani
Sid and Marie Ikeda
Teruko Ikeda
KOBO Isao
Arthur Shinji Ito
Denjiro Ito - In Memory
Dr. Richard Ito
Mitsuyoshi Ito
Yoshimi Ito - In Memory
Gary Kawaguchi and Gayle Taguchi
Hiro and Terrie Kawaguchi
Coby and Yone Kobayashi - In Memory
Kevin Kobayashi
Kristin Kobayashi
Miki and Shoko Kobayashi
Art and Misako Kobayashi nee Fukatsu
Hisako Kondo
Noreen Kuroyama & Nao Seko
Fred and Pat Kusano
Toshio Harry and Umeno Doreen MachidaPaul and Sharon Marubashi
Mike and Eleanor Maruno
Henry Masakazu and Helen Yasuko Shimoda
Mary and Roy Matsui
Tom and Shizuye Matsui
Adam and Nicole Michelakos
Osamu Sam and Michiko Mizoguchi Shimizu
Koji and Kay Morishita
Hirokichi and Fujino Morita - In Memory
Kevin and Brenda Murai

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Tokiko and Yoshikatsu Nagami - In Memory
K. Nagao
Yoshimatsu and Hanako Nagao - In Memory
Lorene Nagata and Steven Turnbull
Tony and Eva Nagata
Kazuo"Curly" and Kyoko"Kay" Nakagawa
Sumiko Jane and Tadashi Ronald Nakamura
Takeo Ujo and Yukie Nakano - In Memory
Linda and Mas Nakao
Molly Nishikawa - In Memory
Shizuhiko and Lorraine Nishisato
Joe and Fumi Ohori
Stephen and Linda Oikawa
Harvey and Kathy Okawara
William and Lorraine Petruck
Ruth Hiroye Sakamoto nee Nakamura
Ihei & Misao (Kodama) Sasaguchi
Naka and Fred Sasaki
Kaz and Ruby Shikaze
Michael Shin - In Memory
Roy and Kay Shin - In Memory
Connie Sugiyama and Kate Fish
Mits and Gloria Sumiya
Walter and Yoshiko Sunahara
Hideo and Naomi Takasaki
Masaru and Tomoko Tanaka
Ayaka Tazumi
Teresa Tsuji and David Lamb
Morito and Yae Tsumura
Callum Turnbull
Cora Turnbull
Dr Irene Uchida
Dr. Koji Victor & Mutsuko UjimotoPeter and Ethel Wakayama
Min and Lydia Yatabe
Dr John M and Josie Yoshioka
Fred Yutaka and Gerald Noboru Okimura

GROUPS
Asahi Baseball Ichigun
Chado Urasenke Tankokai Toronto Association
Dundee Wealth Inc. - Marty Kobayashi
Toronto Japanese Garden ClubSony of Canada Renews Partnershipwith the JCCC with Generous Donation
The JCCC is pleased to announce Sony of Canada has renewed
its partnership with the Centre, and has made a generous donation.
Sony of Canada is sponsoring Discover Japan, a JCCC programthat teaches 15,000 school children about Japanese and Japanese
Canadian culture through hands-on demonstrations and activities.
In the past 10 years, Sony of Canada has invested in
the redevelopment of the new JCCC since it moved from 123
Wynford Drive to 6 Garamond Court. The JCCC has been entirely
technologically outfitted with the support of Sony of Canada. Fromthe monitors advertising upcoming events to the administrative
computers, Sony of Canada is very present at the JCCC.
Kobayashi Hall, a 6,500 square foot performance hall, contains
state-of-the-art Sony of Canada technology. The technologicaldesign of Kobayashi Hall was carefully thought out. The result is
a combination of superb acoustics and a high quality projector
housed in a professional control room making Kobayashi Hall theideal venue for musical and dramatic performances, guest speakers
and film screenings.
Today, Sony of Canada’s support of Discover Japan means
the program will be able to teach even more school children eachyear and improve its alignment with the Ontario Curriculum forSocial Studies by teaching Japanese Canadian history in the Nikkei
Heritage Centre.
Opening in 2013, the Nikkei Heritage Centre is a permanent
exhibit space and archive to preserve and celebrate the proudhistory of the Japanese Canadian community. Through ongoingproduct investment, Sony of Canada will bring Japanese Canadianhistory alive in the Nikkei Heritage Centre with interactive andmultimedia presentations. Visitors will explore and engage exhibit
content through tablets, monitors and other technology. They will
also discover something new from Sony of Canada every threemonths in a rotating product display in the JCCC reception area.

Tickets are selling quickly for the New
Year’s Eve Dinner Dance at the JCCC!
Don’t miss out on one ofToronto’s
most
popular
New Year’s Eve Dinner andDances, to be held Monday
December 31, 2012 in the
Kobayashi Hall.
Tickets are only $125
per person and each ticket
includes dinner, dancing,party
favours,
midnight
champagne and snacks. In addition, there are fabulous door prize
draws and spot dances throughout the evening.
Ralph and Theresa Yuan will be returning this year with themusic for dancing and fun on one of Toronto’s finest double sprung
dance floors. Calvert’s Catering will also be returning with theirclassic Prime Rib Roast Beef buffet.
Seating arrangements are for 8 - 10 people per table.
Don’t delay or you will miss the December 14 deadline. Callthe JCCC at 416-441-2345 for more information or to reserve yourtickets today.

The Year End Schedule
Martial Arts Classes
Principal
2012 Last Practice2013 First Practice
Aikido			Dec 16			
Jan 4		Iaido			Dec 23			
Jan 6
Judo			Dec 23			
Jan 2		Karate			Dec 18			Jan 8Kendo			Dec 17			
Jan 6
Kyudo			Dec 22			Jan 5
Naginata		
Dec 18			
Jan 6
Shorinji Kempo		
Dec 23			
Jan 2
Winter Classes/Workshops
Etegami:•Thursdays: January 10, 24, February 7, 21 and March 7
Japanese Cooking Workshops•Wednesday January 23, 2013 – Japanese Homestyle Cooking•Wednesday February 20, 2013 - TBA
Taiko Drumming Workshops		
•Saturday February 2, 2013
•Sunday February 3, 2013

JCCC Holiday Hours
				

Reception

Building

December 24, 2012

8:30am-3:00pm 8:30am-3:00pm

December 25, 2012

Closed		ClosedDecember 26, 2012

Closed		ClosedDecember 27, 2012

8:30am-6:00pm closes at 6:00pm

December 28, 2012

8:30am-6:00pm closes at 6:00pm

December 29, 2012

8:30am-4:00pm closes at 6:00pm

December 30, 2012

8:30am-4:00pm closes at 6:00pm

December 31, 2012

8:30am-6:00pm closes at 6:00pm 					(open only for New Year's Eve Dinner/Dance)

January 1, 2013		

Closed						(only open for Shin-nen Kai Dinner)

January 2, 2013		

Regular hours resume

ClosedJCCC New Year's Eve Euchre Night!
Join us on New Year’s Eve, Monday December 31, 2012, for anight of friends, fun and a little card playing finesse. There will bea cash bar, light refreshments, and cash prizes for the top scores!
Scoring system is individual based; no set partners. Entry fee is$21 (including HST) for non-members, $ 17 (including HST) for
members. Entry is limited to experienced players ages 19 years
and older. Doors open at 7:00pm, play starts promptly at 7:45pm.
Deadline for registration is December 27, 2012. Spaces arelimited! For more information or to register, contact the JCCC at
416-441-2345 or jccc@jccc.on.ca.

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Shin-Nen Kai Dinner
Celebrate New Year’s Day the Japanese
way - with a feast!
The JCCC and Tori Ichi present the 11th
annual JCCC Shin-Nen Kai on Tuesday
January 1, 2013 - a glorious array ofdelicious festive food.
Master Chef Kunio Ishii has once
again teamed up with the JCCC topresent a sumptuous start to the New
Year. Classically trained in French andJapanese cuisine and experienced in
Hilton kitchens internationally, Ishii-sancurrently operates a highly successful
catering company. Locally, at the former
Hilton Harbour Castle in Toronto, he held
the prestigious title of Main Kitchen SousChef.
The 2013 Shin-Nen Kai will feature door prizes, a 50/50 raffle,and of course, the star of the show - an absolutely luscious buffet.
Over two dozen dishes of mouth-watering Osechi Ryori (traditional
Japanese New Year’ fare), sushi and yoshoku (North Americanfare) will tempt your taste buds. A cash bar is also provided.
To cap off the evening, the JCCC is pleased to present a shortentertainment program featuring vocalist Hisaka Sakai.
Bring your friends and family to this unique New Year’s Day
event like no other in Toronto. Doors open at 4:00pm and dinner
begins at 5:00pm. Seating is limited so please call the JCCC 416441-2345 to purchase your tickets today. Tickets are: $65 plus HST
for adults, $32.50 plus HST for children 6-12, children 5 and underare free (for seating purposes, please ask for an under 5 years
ticket). Groups that are 8 people or more get $5 off the adult price($60 plus HST). The last day for tickets sales or cancellations
is Friday December 21, 2010. No refunds after December 21.

2013 March Break Kamp Kodomo - styleDon’t miss out on the all the March Break fun at the JCCC!!! Kamp
Kodomo is returning for another week filled with cultural activities.
Our March Break camp features many of the favourites ofthe summer but also includes participation in the Nikkei Kids Day.
Nikkei Kids Day is a half-day program organized by the Heritage
Committee of the JCCC.
The camp operates from 9:00am to 4:30pm from Monday
March 11 to Friday March 15. Fees for this program are $200 per
child for a 5-day session. A 10 % discount will be applied for JCCC
members and the 2nd (or more) child from the same family will
receive a 5% discount. If you register before January 25, you get
the early-bird pricing of just $180 per child!
Extended camp care is available from 8:00am to 9:00am andfrom 4:30pm to 6:00pm with an additional cost of $35.
Camp fees cover all materials, two nutritious snacks per day,and a special activity. Campers are required to bring a lunch and adrink.
Our program leader, Jerome, will be returning once again!
Jerome spent three years teaching English in Japan before
obtaining his Masters degree in Child Study and Education at the
University of Toronto. He has been running Kamp Kodomo since
the summer of 2010.
Registration deadline is March 1, 2013 and Kamp Kodomo’s
maximum attendance is 20 children.
For more information or to register, please consult the enclosed
flyer, call 416-441-2345 or check the website at www.jccc.on.ca.

Thank you for supporting the JCCC Newsletter.
This is the December/January combined issue.
The next one will be the February issue.
Happy Holidays!
JCCC Newsletter Staff

Fifth Annual Sakura Gala to Honour
Conductor Seiji Ozawa
The Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre’s Sakura Gala features thebest of Canadian and Japanese entertainment and cuisine, in recognition of exceptional contributions made by individuals to the promotionand exchange of Japanese culture and enhancing awareness of Nikkei
heritage within Canada and abroad.
We are very proud to announce the recipient of this year’s SakuraAward is internationally-acclaimed Japanese conductor Seiji Ozawa.
Mr. Ozawa’s leadership of the Toronto Symphony Orchestra in the
1960s very much paralleled the rise of the Japanese Canadian Cultural
Centre. It was time when Nikkei community was in the early stages of reestablishing itself as a leading cultural contributor to Canada;
Mr. Ozawa’s accomplishments were a great source of pride and confidence and signaled the Nikkei’s reemergence on the national stageartistically.
Please visit the gala website www.sakuragala.com. If you have any questions, we welcome them and look forward to hearing from you.
To receive more information about ticket/table sales, sponsorship opportunities, how to donate an auction item or to purchase an ad in the
Gala programme, please call or email Sarah Burd at 416- 249-0788 or sarahb@jccc.on.ca
Keep checking the JCCC newsletter for updates on the Fifth Annual Sakura Gala. Be sure to save the date – April 20, 2013!

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Toronto Premiere: Always: Sunset on Third Street 3
Five years later, the beloved residents of Third Street return.

The JCCC is proud to present the Toronto premiere of “Always San-Chome no Yuhi ‘64 (Always: Sunset
on Third Street 3),” the third and most recent film in the beloved series by Takashi Yamazaki. Set in theyear of the 1964 Tokyo Olympics, we take a nostalgic visit to a youthful Japan bursting with energy andoptimism. Two humble households in downtown Tokyo are busy dealing with challenges of their own.
With wife Hiromi expecting a child, writer Ryunosuke struggles to provide for his family as he faces
professional competition from an unexpected source. Meanwhile, his neighbour Norifumi dreams ofturning his automotive business, Suzuki Auto, into Japan’s biggest company. This slice-of-life drama
paints a moving portrait of ordinary folk in rapidly changing times. Once again the loveable characterswill make you laugh, cry and fondly remember a Tokyo on the verge of re-emerging on the international
stage after post-war rebuilding.
		
		
		
		

Date:Thursday January 31, 2013
Time:7:00pm
Admission: $8 JCCC members $10 non-members
Tickets available at 416-441-2345

It’s A Given

Celebrating works from the JCCC archive and collection
Come explore this unique collection of paintings by Japanese
Canadians, all donated to the JCCC over 5 decades.
The exhibition will showcase works by a variety of artists
including the abstract work of Kazuo Nakamura who studied atToronto's Central Technical School (1948–51), and co-founded
Painters Eleven; Sumi-e pieces by Ruth Yamada who taught thefirst sumi-e classes at the JCCC in 1963 and continued to teach foranother two decades and the dreamy, colour-filled oil paintings by
Shizuye Takashima who is best known for writing and illustrating
her internment camp memoir, A Child in Prison Camp.
On display now untl Spring 2013 at the JCCC Gallery.

Japanese Cooking Workshop
Wednesday January 23, 2013 Japanese Homestyle Cooking*Please note class date corrections from the Fall/Winter 2012 Class
Brochure.
Time: 7:00pm – 10:00pm
Fee: $30 (plus HST) for JCCC members, $40 (plus HST) for nonmembers for each workshop. Pre-registration is required.
Material fee of $10 is payable to the instructor.
Please bring an apron, large sharp knife, and paring knife.
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Each workshop consists of 1 hour instruction and demonstration,
1 hour hands-on cooking and last hour for tasting and cleaning.

Seeking Volunteers for JCCC Monthly
Movie NightThe JCCC is currently seeking volunteers to help out at our monthly
movie night. Movie nights are usually scheduled on the last Thursday
evening of each month, and we are looking for volunteers who areable to help with ticket sales from 6:00pm to 7:30pm. We welcome
the volunteers who help on the evenings to stay and watch themovie for free! For more information, please contact volunteer@jccc.on.ca or call 416-441-2345.

WANTED – Chest Freezer
Some of our freezers are aging and in need of replacement. If
you, or anyone that you know, has a large chest freezer and would
like to donate it to the JCCC, please call 416-441-2345 or email
jccc@jccc.on.ca. While we appreciate everyone’s generosity, we
will need to ensure that the freezer is in good working order before
we can finalize the donation.

Washi Chigiri-e

Enjoy one of the unique Japanese
art forms, Washi Chigiri-e, at the
JCCC this winter.
Chigiri-e is created bytearing, peeling and pasting
colourfully dyed hand-madeJapanese washi paper. It looks
like a water colour painting.
The exhibit will be displayedin the hallway of the JCCC. Alll the work are from the Associationof Japan Washi Chigiri-e.

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Shiatsu Workshop – Learn to Treat Stiff
ShouldersDo your shoulders feel stiff, tight or sore over
the winter? Come to the JCCC’s Shiatsu
Workshop and find relief! Following theoverwhelming response of the last workshop,
Alex Pereklita will be back to discuss thecauses as well as different kinds of reliefs forstiff shoulders and upper back pains.
This workshop will be very hands-on.
Alex will continue to discuss the importanceof taking care of the people you treat, and you will have plentyof opportunity to practice some shiatsu under his supervision.
Everyone is welcome, whether you attended the last workshop ornot.
The workshop will be conducted in English, but simple
Japanese instructions can be offered. This workshop is not acertification program, and is intended for those who are looking to
improve the health of their family and friends.
Date: Saturday February 23, 2013
Time:
2:00pm – 4:30pm
Place: JCCC Tatami DojoFee:
$20 plus HST for JCCC members
		$25 plus HST for non-members(Workshop available only to those 16 years and over; max. 30
participants)
About the instructor…
After a severe injury to his knees, Alex began studying Tao Shiatsu
following a profound treatment experience with Master Ryokyu
Endo in Japan. When he returned to Canada in 1999, Alexestablished the Tao Sangha Centre in Toronto. He has since been
giving treatments and leading classes and workshops in Toronto,
Montreal and Vancouver.
Special Opportunity to receive Shiatsu Treatment @ JCCCOn February 23, 2013, Alex will also be available before and after
the class for individual shiatsu treatment. This is a great opportunity
to have any stubborn pains or aches treated! Treatment will be
conducted in a comfortable and private area at the JCCC, and canbe booked through JCCC reception.
Each session will be 30 minutes long, and fees will be payable
to instructor on the day.
Date: Saturday February 23, 2013.
Fee:$45 (cash only)
Duration: 30 minutes

Taiko Workshops

led by Yakudo Traditional Japanese Drummers
Taiko drumming workshops for beginners, experienced players andyouth. Come out and catch the taiko spirit!
Workshops will be offered for beginners who want to try taiko
for the first time as well as returning taiko enthusiasts who wish tofurther develop their skills. Youth workshops are being offered forchildren and youth between the ages of 4-15.
Saturday February 2, 2013
Fundamentals of Taiko 12:00pm – 3:00pm
Learn the fundamentals of taiko playing Yakudo style – a combinationof martial arts and music. Develop the taiko spirit with a solid base.
This is highly recommended if you continue with more taiko lessons
or specialized workshops with Yakudo. 10 people max.
Fee: $60 for JCCC members, $65 for non-members
Taiko Plus 1: Rhythm and Tempo 3:30pm – 5:30pm
Using the Fundamentals of Taiko Playing, this workshop focuses
on developing your sense of rhythm and gaining control. 10 people
max.
Fee: $40 for JCCC members, $45 for non-members
Sunday February 3, 2013
Fundamentals of Taiko 9:00am – 12:00pm
Learn the fundamentals of taiko playing Yakudo style – a combinationof martial arts and music. Develop the taiko spirit with a solid base.
This is highly recommended if you continue with more taiko lessons
or specialized workshops with Yakudo. 10 people max
Fee: $60 for JCCC members, $65 non-members
Kodaiko Workshop. (age 4 – 7) 12:30pm – 2:00pm
Learn all about Taiko and its ties to Japanese culture. Also learn
fundamentals of taiko and rhythm, through fun activities and games
played on authentic instruments. Create and take home your own
taiko souvenir. 10 people max
Fee: $20 for JCCC members, $25 for non-members
Sumodaiko Workshop (age 8 – 14) 2:00pm – 3:30pm
Learn the fundamentals of taiko playing Yakudo style – a combinationof martial arts and music. Develop the taiko spirit with a solid baseand be able to perform a fun traditional taiko piece at the end of theworkshop. 10 people max
Fee: $20 for JCCC members, $25 for non-members**All workshops are subject to a minimum number of participants
and may be combined, rescheduled or cancelled as needed.

Tai Chi Class by Master Emiko Hsuen resumes Winter 2013
Tai Chi class will be held monthly this winter in response to enthusiastic requests from students. The class will be taught by Master Emiko
Hsuen on Zhen Yuan Tai Chi (True Source Tai Chi). Students will learn the fundamentals of taichi for good health, vitality and longevity.
Beginners, returning students and advanced practitioners are all welcome. Class participants will train in a safe and fun environment.
Dates:First Thursday of January, February and March - January 3, February 7, and March 7 (3 classes)
Hour:
10:00am -11:30am
Course Fee:
$39 (3 sessions, + HST) JCCC members		$45 (3 sessions, + HST) non-members
Late registration (after course starts): $16/class x number of classes

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The Road to Asia Festival 20122012 Ishizue Awards

The Road to Asia Festival 2012 was another great success! This
November 3 and 4, the JCCC once again found itself at the centreof the Asian-Canadian community as representatives from several
countries converged on 6 Garamond Court for the 12th Annual
Road to Asia Festival.
Visitors to this festival saw an excellent manifestation of the
JCCC’s motto, “Friendship Through Culture.” Amongst the constantflow of activities were: demonstrations of martial arts, musicalperformances, as well as dancers of all types: Chinese, Indonesian,Laotian, Taiwanese, and Japanese.The children’s interactive area
was once again a destination for children of all ages. The many
activities taking place there included making Hachimaki (Japanese
headbands), origami cranes, Taiwanese lanterns and watching
Japanese anime movies.
Still, the Road to Asia Festival would not be complete without achance to try Asian delicacies in the food court or a stroll throughan international market area that was overflowing with handicrafts
and displays from all over the Asian region.
Each year the cultural representations change throughout theasian regions. We would like to extend a special thank you to all
the organizations and groups that support this event from year toyear.
If you don’t want to miss next year’s 13th anniversarycelebration of culture and community, be sure you mark November
2 and 3, 2013 on your calendar now and join us for the Road toAsia Festival!

The JCCC hosted an
elegant
andintimateevening in celebration of
the 3rd annual Ishizue
Award on October 24,
2012. The concept of theaward came from our
Board of Directors as it
was realized that we have
Photo courtesy of Eri Asai.
not paid our respect to thereal leaders of our community, not necessarily for their many careerand lifetime achievements but more for their devotion of a lifetimeof energy to make things better for the JCCC and for the benefit ofall. That is why the important Ishizue award was created.
The Ishizue award is named as a tribute to the 75 families who
signed the original mortgage on behalf of the community for the
first JCCC at 123 Wynford Drive. The kanji for Ishizue means verystrong foundation, and these recipients all laid a foundation for the
JCCC to grow.
We were delighted to honour James Matsumoto and Chako
Setoyama, Roy and Kay Shin (posthumous), John Uchikata, andJim (posthumous) and Betty Ura, for their accomplishments in life,
vision, leadership, and spirit of volunteerism, traits so importantfor mentoring our community. These names will become part of a
new recognition wall, an installation being planned for a prominent
part of our building to honour major donors, role models and award
recipients. Each recipient received a framed certificate and aunique crystal box with the Ishizue emblem engraved on it.
A special acknowledgement goes to the entertainer Gene
DiNovi, who dedicated a song for each recipient. Also we would
like to acknowledge our dinner sponsor Fred Sasaki and program
sponsor Marty Kobayashi of Dundee Wealth. Many thanks to ourofficial (and volunteer) photographer Eri Asai, the JCCC staff, andto Tak Yoshida who donated the framing of the certificates, andShiseido Canada for the amazing centerpieces.

Photo courtesy of Koki Yap.

Haru Matsuri 2013

Spring Festival Just Around the Corner!!!
Every year as we prepare for this issue of the newsletter it always
seems like it is too early to talk about Haru Matsuri. While theweather is just beginning to get colder, we are planning for time
when the weather begins to warm. But time passes by quickly andbefore you know it, we will have celebrated Christmas and started
a New Year. Time will fly on by and we will be anxious to celebratewith this traditional start to spring!!
This year, our theme will be celebrating Dolls. Japan has arich history of doll making, with some techniques dating back for
centuries. Whether constructed from porcelain, wood, or paper
mache, the beauty of Japanese dolls will be on display for all tosee.
As always, the JCCC and Kobayashi Hall will be colourfullyand elaborately decorated to welcome spring’s arrival and thelong-awaited close of the winter season. Festival guests entering
the JCCC will be greeted by an elaborate display of Hina Matsuri
Dolls.
Haru Matsuri will feature Japanese arts and crafts
demonstrations such as Ikebana (flower arranging), Bunka Shishu(embroidery), Sumi-e (brush painting), and Cha-no-yu (Tea
Ceremony). The JCCC offers classes in all of these areas and you
can sign up for our Spring programmes. In addition, there will bemany vendor booths selling a wide variety of products from kimono,
to silk scarves to green tea.
The JCCC's martial artists will demonstrate the techniquesof "The Way of the Warrior" through Aikido, Judo, Karate, Iaido,
Naginata, Kyudo, Shorinji Kempo and Kendo.
For entertainment, there will be odori (traditional Japanese
dancing) by JCCC traditional dance groups Ayame-Kai and
Sakura-Kai, Koto and Shamisen by the Canada Chikushikai,
Taiko (Japanese drumming) and you can also enjoy the "tranquil"
moments of a tea ceremony demonstration. Japanese cuisine will
also be available in the food court.
So mark your new 2013 calendar a soon as you get it. Keepyour eyes open for more information in the February issue of thenewsletter. Then, gather your family and friends and come to the
JCCC, and join us as we celebrate the arrival of Spring!
Date:		Saturday March 2 and Sunday March 3, 2013
Time:		12:00pm - 5:00pm
Further information will be available in future issues of the newsletteror call 416-441-2345.

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A Season for Sharing

Family Talks Forum and the Heritage
Committee Educational Event

For the week of November 5, 2012, Sedai
traveled to Ottawa and Montreal to speakwith several Nikkei outside the GTA. New
stories and connections were made, as
Sedai strives to continue reaching out
to all Canadian Nikkei in building the community’s legacy. Many
thanks to our newest interviewees from the Ottawa region: Kiyoshi
Shimizu, June Takahashi, Jack Nakamoto, and George Tomita. As
well, Sedai would like to thank Jackie Stevens from the Montreal
Nikkei community, as well as Gordon Burr, and Theresa Rowat from
the McGill University Archives for their time in illuminating Sedaion the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre of Monteal’s(JCCCM)
collection of interview material that was conducted with many Issei,back in the 1980’s! We highly encourage anyone in the Montreal
area to check out the JCCCM’s archived material at McGill
University. For more information, please visit their website at:http://
www.archives.mcgill.ca/public/exhibits/jcccm/jcccmmain.htm
As well, last month Sedai had the great pleasure of speaking
with Tom Nishio, a nisei Nikkei veteran of WWII. The project has
been extremely grateful to all veterans who have volunteered toshare their time with us, both for their contribution to Sedai, andof course for the immense sacrifice that they made, in the face of
discrimination and the internment of their family and friends. Our
deepest respect and admiration to all service personnel, especiallyduring the month of Remembrance Day.
The holiday season is fast approaching, which often means
get-togethers with family and friends. In this time of giving, we
encourage everyone to share in the project’s goal of furthering
the community’s legacy through swapping stories and anecdotes
across generations. For further information on the project, please
visit our website atwww.sedai.ca. For more information oninterviews, please contact the Project Coordinator, Elizabeth Fujita,
at elizabeth.fujita@jccc.on.ca or by phone at 416-441-2345 ext.
303.
Sedai would like to wish everyone a safe and happy holiday
season, and we look forward to hearing more stories and serving
the community in 2013!

On October 20, 2012,
more than forty (40)Shin Issei families- parents and theirchildren aged 10-15,
participated in aninteractive session,
WalkingIntoa
Picture,exploring
the life experiencesof the Issei and Nisei
prior to and during
the WWII internment of Japanese Canadians.
This event was a collaborative effort planned and organizedby the Family Talks Forum, JCCC Heritage Committee and JCCC
staff. Coordination of the session was led by volunteers Anzu
Hara, Aiko Ito, Jan Nobuto, Kathy Yamashita, with Michael Nobuto
and Lindsay Nobuto acting as group facilitators. Supporting thelearning of the participants were six Nisei - Jean Fujimoto, Nori
Kaneshiro, Frank Moritsugu, Nana Nishimura, Keo Shibatani, andGloria Sumiya, who provided resource information through thesharing of their personal experience and knowledge.
During the three hour session participants examined acarefully selected range of photographs, taken from the Heritage
Committee’s archival collection. These photos provided a glimpse
into the evacuation process and various internment situations
forced upon the Japanese in Canada and stimulated the discussion
in the group. Within their groups, parents and children shared theirthoughts about the pictures and identified questions that the six
Nisei responded to during the table discussions and the panel
sharing.
This first collaboration between the JCCC Heritage Committee
and the Family Talks Forum focusing on the history of Japanese
Canadians was a great success, and we look forward to futurecollaborations that will bring our growing community together.

Sedai Corner

Remembrance Day Service for Nikkei Veterans
On November 8, 2012 in the Heritage Lounge, 26 people attended theRemembrance Service and Luncheon hosted by the JCCC Heritage
Committee for the Nikkei veterans. Seven WWII veterans, one Korean War
veteran and wives, widows and relatives joined members of the Heritage
Committee for the service. Peter Wakayama welcomed the attendees andall joined to sing O Canada. Frank Moritsugu, WWII veteran and Arthur
Kobayashi, Korean War veteran introduced the attending veterans. The
Last Post, followed by a Minute of Silence and Reveille was played. Peter
read Flanders Field. All the attendees then pinned poppies on the memorial
wreath. Highly interesting talks were given by Frank Moritsugu of WWII and
Arthur Kobayashi of the Korean War. Following the services, a delicious
bento lunch and tea was served and enjoyed by all.
Although the total numbers were down this year due to health or travel reasons, the attending veterans and widows are still healthy andquite vigorous and all appreciated the service. We hope to see them again at next year’s luncheon.

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Seikyu Kai receives NAJC Cultural
Development Grant
by Seikyu Kai

Seikyu Kai is thrilled to have received a grant of $700 for capacity
development from the National Association of Japanese Canadians(NAJC), Cultural Development fund. This is the first time that a kyudo
group in Canada has applied for and received funding. The grant
couldn't come at a better time as the number of people interested
in studying kyudo continues to increase, with a constantly growing
wait-list of prospective students and an ongoing need to upgrade
and replace equipment. Thank you to the NAJC for considering our
proposal and to the various members of Seikyu Kai for their efforts
in putting it together.

5th Annual Japanese Calligraphy
Competition in Canada 2012by Shodo Canada

The opening and award
presentation for the
5th annual Calligraphy
Competition in Canada
was held on November
11, 2012 in the JCCC
Gallery. An overflow
crowd celebrated theaward winners andShodo exhibit award winners. Photo courtesy of competitors of the 150
Shodo Canada.
entries which werebeautifully mounted on
the silk scrolls and displayed on all the Gallery walls. Congratulatory
greetings were given by Mr. Tetsuya Yoshimoto, Deputy Consul
General of Japan, Mr. Takashi Ishida, Executive Director of theJapan Foundation Toronto, Mr. Gary Kawaguchi, President of theJapanese Canadian Cultural Centre, and Noriko Maeda, President
Shodo Canada.		
		
Five renowned calligraphers from Japan judged all the entries
and were impressed with the variety and quality of the entries,
which made the judging very difficult. After much deliberation, one
Judges' Prize, six Grand Prizes, five Gold Prizes, five Silver Prizes,
seven Bronze Prizes and twenty five Honourable Mention Prizes
were selected.
This year on the 5th of anniversary of the Japanese Calligraphy
Competition in Canada, we were honoured to have one of thefive master calligrapher judges, Mr. Kazu Nakagomi visit Toronto
to participate in the opening ceremonies and gave a wonderfuldemonstration of his skill after the award ceremonies. Mr. Nakagomi
who was accompanied by his wife, was highly impressed with thequality and mounting of the exhibit and will take back fond memoriesof Shodo Canada and the JCCC on their first visit to Canada.
Shodo Canada wishes to thank the Japan Consulate, the JapanFoundation Toronto, the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre andthe numerous donors for their generous support. With the successof this year’s competition, we hope that the 6th annual JapaneseCalligraphy Competition in Canada will be entered by all who wish
to share the practice of and passion of Shodo.
Please contact ShodoCanada@gmail.com for more
information.

Momiji Health Care Society Gala
by Momiji Health Care Society

On November 17, 2012, the Momiji Health Care Society celebrated
a double milestone – their 35th year of serving seniors and the 20thbirthday for the Momiji Centre in Scarborough. It was an exciting
evening hosted by Mary Ito, the radio host for CBC-Fresh Air.
270 guests met many old and new acquaintances, while being
entertained with dance, music and fundraising activities and weretreated to a delicious meal prepared under the supervision ofaward-winning Executive Chef Ryo Ozawa from EDO Restaurant.
Among the invited guests were seven women from the former
Nisei Women’s Club, who are recognized for their pioneering workwith seniors, raising funds with the sale of a cookbook and mostsignificantly for setting the stage for Momiji’s philosophy of active
living and innovative services for seniors. As a memento for theevening, their cookbook called “Treasured Recipes” was reprinted
and given to each guest.
The Advocats provided ‘up-beat’ background music during the
Reception and the Shimoda Family Consort played classical pieces
during the dinner. The Shin Nihon Buyo-Kozakura-ryu performed
three emotionally moving odori pieces and finally, the night’s
entertainment ended with an incredibly invigorating performanceby the Nagata Shachu Taiko Drummers.
Consul-General Eiji Yamamoto and Minister Margarett Best,MPP Scarborough-Guildwood brought special greetings andcongratulations for Momiji’s staff, volunteers, tenants and partners
for their successes in maintaining the cultural legacy, health andspirit of our elders.
Pam Waintraub, Chair of the Board of Directors outlined
Momiji’s successes with senior care and the importance of taking
care of the 20 year old building. Momiji is home to close to 160
tenants at any time, while the Community Centre that is attachedto the Residence is essential to provide a wide variety of services
and programs to thousands of community participants annually,in addition to those who live there. These programs provide theopportunity for Momiji’s seniors to socialize and maintain active
bodies and active minds for the best quality of life. The beautiful
Community Centre opened in December, 1992 and its construction
was funded entirely by donations.
Ms. Waintraub went on to officially announce the launch of
Momiji’s “Preserve the Legacy Campaign” which is their largest
fundraising effort since they opened their doors in 1992. The
Campaign will begin in January 2013 and has a goal of raising$2,000,000 to finance ongoing building maintenance, renovations
and refurbishment of the Community Centre, to ensure that thebuilding can be sustained for future generations.

Photo courtesy of Cary Rothbart.

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DONATIONS TO THE JCCC

As of November 14, 2012
The JCCC gratefully acknowledges the following donations:

JCCC
Mr. Jordan Abrencillo
20
Anonymous
50
Winter Family FestMr. Constantin Dutescu
30
Ms. Anne Eto
30
Ms. Suzanne Firth166
Mrs. Kay Fujiwara
40
Mrs. Mari Funasaka
77
Mrs. Michiko Harada
104
Fumi Kamitakahara's 104th birthday
Mrs. Betty Hatanaka
25
Anonymous
100
Winter Family Fest
Kyoko, Miyeko, Yasuko, Katsuyo 104
Fumi Kamitakahara's 104th birthday
Mrs. Sue Ikebuchi
20
Mr. and Mrs. Sid Ikeda
100
Tom Takashima's 90th birthday
Mr. and Mrs. Sam Ito
25
Ms. Margaret Iwata
100
Mr. Roy James177
Mr. and Mrs. Koko Kikuchi
50
Mr. Martin Kobayashi
11,000
Mr. Andrew Loung100
Ms. Margaret Lyons
100
Mr. Duncan MacCallum49
Mr. and Mrs. Ken Matsugu
10
Ms. Kiyo Matsui
50
Mrs. Toshiko Mori
10
In appreciation - Newsletter
Anonymous
100,000
Ms. Mickey Nakagawa
20
Mr. and Mrs. Takahiro Nakamura
60
Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Nishi
300
Ms. Nana Nishimura
104
Fumi Kamitakahara's 104th birthday
Mr. Richard Nishino
27
Mrs. Elizabeth Nishizawa
100
Mrs. Maki Noguchi
50
Mr. and Mrs. Harry Okada
100
Ms. Christine Okawara
100
Tom Takashima’s 90th birthday
Mrs. Hisa Okihiro
25
Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Sakaguchi
100
Ms. Lucy Saruyama
50
Mr. and Mrs. Kazumi Sato20
Mr. Kazuo Seki
20
Mr. Sab Seki
100
Anonymous
100
Winter Family Fest
Ms. Shokouh Shahabi
27
Mr. and Mrs. Kiyoshi Shibatani 1,000
Mr. and Mrs. Bryan Shigeishi
100
Mr. and Mrs. Kim Shikaze
25
Mrs. Miyeko Sugamori
100
Tom Takashima's 90th birthday
Mrs. Chiz Takata
50
Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Tanaka
55

Mr. and Mrs. Yosh Tanino
100
Miss Lillian Tanizaki
150
Mr. Harry Tonogai
100
Mr. Mas Tsuji
100
Mr. Shinsuke John Uchikata
500
2012 New Year's Eve Party
Mr. Shinsuke John Uchikata
4,600
Mr. and Mrs. Warren Wilson
50Mrs. Harue Kay Yamamoto
30
Mr. and Mrs. Tokuo Yano50
Mr. and Mrs. Kenji Yokota
20
Mr. Tad Yonekura
100
Sam & Susan Matsuo's 50th
Wedding Anniversary
Mr. Takehiko Yoshida
2 Frames
In Memoriam
In memory of Art Tateishi
Mrs. Margaret Nagai
50
Mr. and Mrs. Joe Ohori
In memory of Chiyoko Nagamatsu
Mr. Roy Nagamatsu100
In memory of Emery Florence Nose
Mr. Don Bradford
50
Mr. and Mrs. Graeme Duff
100
Mr. and Mrs. Henry Edamura
50
Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Hardman
30
Mr. Andy Leung
50
Ms. Rosalyn Mendleson-Breshgold 18
Mrs. Kay Mitsui25
Mr. and Mrs. Kaz Nishio
50
Ms. Gayle Taguchi
100
Mrs. Evelyn F. Towata
35
Mrs. Ruth Tsujimura
20
RH Yamanaka
500
Mrs. Shizu Yoshida35
In memory of George Ishii
Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Ishii
100
In memory of George Isozaki
Lumi Isozaki & Family
100
In memory of Jane Azuma
Mr. and Mrs. Ritz Kinoshita25
In memory of Jim Ura
Mrs. Shirley Togawa
50
In memory of John Okumura
Marie Okumura & Family200
In memory of Laiko Matsubayashi
Mrs. Teruko T. Kawaguchi
50
Mr. and Mrs. Ken Matsugu
300
Mr. Frederick Sasaki
100
In memory of Mary Fujii
Mr. Toji Fujii
100
In memory of Masayuki Ohata
Mrs. Hannah Ohata200
In memory of Matsuyo Kaji
Mr. and Mrs. George Nakamura
25
Mr. and Mrs. Isao Ono
25

In memory of Michiko Higo
Mr. Dick Higo
100
In memory of Minoru Nishikawa
Dr. Robert Nishikawa
100
In memory of Paul Asada
Mrs. Daisy Asada100
In memory of Rei Tanaka
Ms. Elizabeth Baird
100
In memory of Robert Nakao
Mr Noboru Nakao
100
Ms. Yoko Kobayashi
25
Mrs. Marlene MacKenzie
20
Mrs. Doreen Nakashima
25
Mr. and Mrs. Tom Oyagi
25
In memory of Roy Chukichi and Suzu
Oyagi
Mr. and Mrs. George Oyagi
100
In memory of Shine Akiyama
Mr. and Mrs. Ritz Kinoshita25
In memory of Shirley Takagi
Ms. May Ishikawa
25
In memory of Stum Shimizu
Mr. Ray & Mrs. Mizue Takeuchi
80
In memory of Susumu Kozai
David and Andy Kozai
100
In memory of Takeshi Shiga
Mrs. Mimosa A. Shiga
200
Mrs. Doris Fujioka
20
Mr. and Mrs. Mikio Hayakawa
25
Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Ikeda
25
Mr. and Mrs. Ritz Kinoshita
25
Mr. Martin Kobayashi
75
Mr. and Mrs. George Nakamura
25
Mr. and Mrs. Tom Oyagi
25
In memory of Tetsuo Mori
Mrs. Sally Miyazaki
20
In memory of Toshio Muraki
Mrs. Kikue Yamashita
100
Mrs. Masae Yamashita
200
Ishizue Award
Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Ikeda
300
Mr. Martin Kobayashi
1,000
Mr. James Matsumoto &Mrs. Hisako Setoyama
3,000
Mr. & Mrs. Frank &Betty Moritsugu
150
Ms. Christine Okawara
200
Mr. and Mrs. Ross Shin
150
Mrs. Betty M. Ura
300
Mr. and Mrs. George Uyeyama
150
In honour of Mr Roy &Mrs Kay Shin & Mr Jim Ura
Mr. Takehiko Yoshida
4 Frames
Friends of the Nikkei Heritage Centre
Mrs. Pat Adachi
2,000
Mrs. Kay Doi & Ms Alice Nagami 500

Cover photo credits - clockwise from top left: Eri Asai (Ishizue Award), David Ohashi (Tatsujin Gei), Tania Fitzpatrick (Sakura Ball 2012), Kristin Kobayashi (Nostalgia
Night), David Ohashi (Children's Musical Workshop), Jerome Geronimo (Hachioji Kuruma Ningyo), Consulate General of Japan (Monkey Majik).

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DONATIONS TO THE JCCC

As of November 14, 2012
The JCCC gratefully acknowledges the following donations:

Estate of Mr Tony Nagata
500
Mr. and Mrs. Ken Fukushima
500
Mr. and Mrs. Koji Goto
500
Mr. and Mrs. Ted Harada
500
Mr. James Heron, Ms Mary andMs Tomi Hiraishi
500
Ms. Mary & Ms Tomi Hiraishi
1,500
Mrs. Teruko T. Kawaguchi
500
Mr. Isao Kobo
500
Mr. and Mrs. Tom Matsui
500
Mrs. Kay Mitsui
500
Mr. and Mrs. Koji Morishita
500
Ms. Lorene Nagata
500
Ms. Laurie-Ann Nakagawa
500
Dr. Rick Nishikawa
500
Mr. and Mrs. Shizuhiko Nishisato 500
Mrs. June E. Shin
1,000
Mrs. Gloria S. Sumiya
500
Ms. Christine & Mr. Paul Takasaki 500

Mr. and Mrs. Masaru Tanaka
Mr. Morito Tsumura
Dr. Irene UchidaMs. Sandra Walker
Mr. and Mrs. Minoru Yatabe
Dr. and Mrs. John Yoshioka
Supporting Members
Ambassador
Mr. Frederick Sasaki
LeaderMr. Ken Ishii &Mrs. Muriel Seko Ishii
PartnerMr. and Mrs. Michael Doi
Mr. and Mrs. Ken Fukushima
Mrs. Susan Hidaka
Ms. Kikuye Inouye
Mr. Ernie Jomori

Nihongo Art Contest 2013
by Nihongo Art Contest Commitee

Submit original art work that illustrates Kanji or Hiragana/Katakana
words. Awards ceremony will be held on April 28, 2013. ALL art
works will exhibited at the Japan Foundation, Toronto, from April 26
to May 8, 2013.
Contest deadline: February 14, 2013
For more information viisit: http://www.geocities.jp/ontarionac/

500
500
500
500
500
500

1,016
500
150
93
150
116
127

Ms. Debbie Katsumi
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Kitazaki
Mrs. Margaret Mori
Mr. Roy Nagamatsu
Mr. and Mrs. George Nakano
Mr. and Mrs. Tak Nishino
Mrs. Dale Reid
Mr. and Mrs. Tosh Shigeishi
Mr. and Mrs. Mits Sumiya
Mr. and Mrs. Yosh Tanino
Mrs. Kazuko Umemoto
Mr. and Mrs. Warren Wilson
Mr. and Mrs. Minoru Yatabe

116
150
127
150
110
110
93
115
110
110
170
93
150

Issei Day donations are greatly
appreciated. The individual's name will
not be published in the newsletter.
Thank you, JCCC

A Great Holiday Gift

Acclaimed documentary Hatsumi now on DVD. Available atthe JCCC Giftshop for $25 (+HST).

From the JCCC Giftshop
The JCCC gift shop is currently
carrying a new book of illustrations
by Masako Yamashita, the wifeof the former Consul General ofJapan. Though her illustrations
have won numerous awards andprizes in Japan, this is her first bookpublication, which she regards as a
dream come true.
This is a picture book that works well as a story and as avehicle to address the crucial issue of global warming with very
young children. It includes facts on the effects of climate change aswell as a list of things that even the youngest readers can do to help
the situation.
					- House of Anansi website

Sumi-e Calendar Available

Sumi-e Artists of Canada is a group dedicated to studying andpromoting the ancient Japanese art of brush painting. This year
a devoted Sumi-e volunteer produced a calendar with paintingsfrom diverse artists. In the calendar, you will find Canadian andJapanese holidays, as well as major JCCC events (please note that
dates of JCCC events are subject to change). This new calendar
for 2013 is now available at the giftshop.

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DAVID IKEDA
Sales Representative

416-234-2424
www.ikedasells.com

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Kamp Kodomo
March Break 2013
Our Mission

To provide a stimulating and educational Japanese/Japanese Canadian cultural experience foryoung children.

Who can register?

Children ages 6 (as of December 31, 2012) to 12 Years

Dates

March 11 – 15, 2013

Times

Camp Hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Extended camp care is available daily from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. and from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m.

Fee

$ 180.00 if you register by January 25, 2013$200.00 if you register after January 25, 2013
10% discount for JCCC Members
5% discount for additional siblings

Why register?

Kamp Kodomo is happy to have Jerome returning as the Kamp Leader for another session. Alongwith dedicated volunteers, this team knows that exposure to culture is the best way to ignite
interest and to hand over tradition to the next generation. Together, they work to ensure thatthe children have a wonderful time in a safe environment.
Our hands-on sessions will include:
Drama
Martial ArtsMusic
Cooking
Dance

Language
History
Arts and Crafts
Geography
And More!!!

There is also one special activity day that may include an offsite trip.

How to register

Just fill in the form on the opposite side. Submit one (1) Registration Form for each child. Returnto the JCCC via mail, in person or via fax. Enrollment is limited to 20 children.
Registration deadline March 1, 2013.
6 Garamond Court, Toronto, ON M3C 1Z5
Tel: 416-441-2345 Fax: 416-441-2347
Email: jccc@jccc.on.ca Website: www.jccc.on.ca

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Kamp Kodomo Registration Form
March 11 – 15, 2013

Please Print Clearly
Child’s Name:

Last

Child’s Home Address:

First

NumberCity

Birth Date:

One Form for Each Child

StreetApt/Suite

Postal Code

Date

Telephone, include area code

Month

Ontario Health Insurance Number[ ] Female

Doctor’s Name

Name of Parent or Guardian:Relationship to Child: [ ] Mother
Contact During the Day:

Sex: [ ] MaleYear

Phone No.

Last[ ] Father

Age:

First

[ ] Other, please specify:

Work Telephone Number

Cellular Phone/Pager Number

Email Address:__________________________________________________________________________________________________

We would appreciate an email address to send you confirmation of your child’s enrollment and to send the parent manual and emergency
card prior to the beginning of Kamp. Please note that registrations with out email contact will need to fill in the forms on the first day ofKamp.
Is there other important information about your child that you would like us to know? For example, friends at the program, special
interests, sports, musical instruments or arts and crafts:
Medical Conditions/Food & Other Allergies:
Program Fees
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Deduct 10% if you have JCCC Family Membership
Deduct 5% for additional children from each family
Additional Extended Program Fee

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Payment is included by: [ ] Cheque (Payable to JCCC)[ ] MasterCard [ ] VISA [ ] AMEX($180.00 before Jan. 25/13)($200.00 after Jan. 25/13)($35.00 per week Flat rate only)(Debit Card payment accepted at JCCC reception desk)

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Payment and Withdrawal information: Fees can be made by current dated cheques, VISA, MasterCard, AMEX or debit card. Indicate the children’s nameson the reverse side of all cheques. Include your VISA, MasterCard or AMEX information on this registration form if you wish to pay by credit card or if you
are faxing your forms. Please note there is a $10.00 administrative charge for all NSF Cheques returned or for VISA, MasterCard or AMEX declines. Debit
card payment in person only. Full payment must be made prior to session start date. Refund Policy: Refunds, less a $25.00 administrative charge perregistrant, will be issued for all program session cancellation received in writing. Refunds are not available within one week prior to the program start date.
Medical & Emergency Information: Please ensure that you provide all information requested on the registration form. A minimum of one programsupervisor, coordinator or assistant is certified in Emergency First Aid Care and CPR. Special needs: Please contact the JCCC office and we will endeavor
to accommodate them. Release: I hereby agree to the terms and conditions outlined above and hereby release and agree to indemnify and hold harmlessthe Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre, its directors and offices, its staff, employees and volunteers from any liability concerning our child(ren)'s
involvement in JCCC’s Kamp Kodomo and further agree that the use of all JCCC facilities is made at the risk of the applicant. The child(ren) & parent(s)agree, that any pictures taken during the program can be used in any promotion or advertisement by the JCCC. They are also aware that the pictures areavailable for purchase by Kamp Kodomo attendees and their families. By signing below, parents/guardians and child (ren) agree to abide by all rules,
regulations & standards of conduct as required by the program staff for the session for the enjoyment & benefit of all participants.
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If you are registering more than one child, submit a Registration Form for each child. Return to the JCCC via mail, in person or via fax. Enrollment is limited to 20 children.
Registration deadline March 1, 2013
JCCC, 6 Garamond Court, Toronto, Ontario M3C 1Z5 Phone: (416)441-2345 Fax: (416)441-2347 www.jccc.on.ca