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Nagoya International Center News & Events
Nagoya International Center Services - Visit or call the NIC 3F for more information - 052-581-0100
The Nagoya International Center is a 7-minute walk or a 2-minutesubway ride from Nagoya Station.
Kokusai Center Station, on the Sakura-dori Subway Line, is linked to the
Nagoya International Center at the basement level.

★Information Counter 情報カウンター
Information on daily life and sightseeing in 9
languages (times vary). Japanese & English
available Tue. to Sun. 9:00 – 19:00. Tel:
052-581-0100, E-mail: info@nic-nagoya.or.jp★Free Personal Counseling 外国人こころの相談
Native English-speaking counselor available on
Sun. by appointment to provide support to those with difficulties intheir lives in Japan. Reservations: Call the NIC 3F Info Counter at052-581-0100.
★Free Legal Consultations 外国人無料法律相談
Consultations with a certified lawyer available on Sat. 10:00 - 12:30 byreservation only. Please leave your name & phone number on theanswering machine at 052-581-6111. A staff member will call you
back at a later date to schedule your appointment.

The Nagoya International Center Library & Information
Counter are open Tuesday to Sunday, 9:00 – 19:00.
Closed on Mondays, December 29 - January 3, & the second
Sundays of August & February.
Paid car-parking is also available at the Center and in the immediate
vicinity.

★Free Counseling Service for Refugees & Asylum Seekers 難民相談
Refugee Assistance Headquarters (RHQ) provides a confidential
counseling service every Thu. (10:00 - 16:00) at the NIC 3F InfoCounter. Reservation required. Inquiries: RHQ, Tel: 078-361-1700(Website: www.rhq.gr.jp/english).
★The NIC Library ライブラリー
Borrow up to 6 books for a period of 14 days from NIC's collection ofover 10,000 English language books! Membership free, open to all
residents of the Chubu area. ID with current address required.

■NIC End of Year / New Year Holiday Dates
年末年始休館日のお知らせ

The NIC will be closed from Sunday 29 December 2019 to Friday 3 January 2020
(inclusive).
We will open for the new year on Saturday 4 January at 9:00.
We wish you a safe and happy holiday season, and look forward to seeing you in the
new year!

Peer Support Salon

Children’s Story Book Time

外国語で楽しむ絵本の会

Listen to foreign
volunteers in the
NIC’s 3F Library as
they read story booksin their own
languages from thelibrary’s vast
collection ofinternationalchildren's books.
Participation is free,and no reservations
are required!
All sessions are held at the NIC Library unless otherwise stated.
Upcoming Schedule:Sun. 8 Dec. – English (14:00 - 14:30)
Sun. 22 Dec. - English (14:00 - 14:30)
Sun. 12 Jan. - English (14:00 - 14:30)
Sun. 26 Jan. - English (14:00 - 14:30)

ピアサポートサロン

Relax with a cup of tea and share yourconcerns and anxieties about raisingchildren at this salon for parents(non-Japanese and Japanese) raisingchildren in families with multicultural
backgrounds. Interpreting will beavailable in English, Portuguese,
Spanish, and Chinese. Maximum 15
places; held over 3 sessions.
When: ①Sun. 22 Dec. 2019 (14:30 15:30) ②Sun. 26 Jan. 2020 (10:00 11:30) ③Sun. 23 Feb. (10:00 - 11:30)
Where: Nagoya International Center
3F Resource Room (リソースルーム)
Cost: Free
Reservations: Call or visit the NIC
Public Relations and Information
Services Division from 1 Dec.
Inquiries: Phone: 052-581-0100; E-mail: info@nic-nagoya.or.jp

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Evacuation Informationwww.nic-nagoya.or.jp
Keep updated on NIC events,
subscribe to the NIC Mail
Magazine, and browse back issuesof the Nagoya Calendar

Should an evacuation advisory be issued for Nagoya
City, check the Evacuation Information section on the
top page of the NIC website for information in
Japanese, English, Portuguese, Spanish, Chinese, Korean,
Filipino and easy Japanese.
Bookmark http://www.nic-nagoya.or.jp/evacuation/
for quick access to any updates.

Nagoya International Center News & Events
Maruhachi - Japanese Classes for
Foreigners

日本語教室「まるはち」
Learn useful expressions for living in Japan and conversation, in 3
courses (Beginner, Elementary Level, Conversation). Maximum 20 places
per course, determined on a first-in, first-served basis. Classes conductedby O-HARA. (A City of Nagoya Japanese Language Acquisition Support
Initiative.)
When: Every Wednesday or Saturday from 8 Jan. to 14 Mar. (10lessons). See the website for details for each course.
Where: O-HARA Travel・Hotel・Bridal School (3-gokan) (大原トラベル・ホテル
・ブライダル専門学校[3号館]), Nakamura Ward Meieki 3-chome 18-10 (中村区名駅三丁目18-10)
Cost: 2,500 Yen for all 10 lessons, including text materials
How to Apply: Apply in person at the school on 14, 17,
20, 21 Dec., 8 or 11 Jan. See the website for reception
times.
Inquiries: NIC Exchange and Cooperation Division,phone: 052-581-5689; E-mail: vol@nic-nagoya.or.jp

Volunteer Seminar - Supporting Foreigners
During Disasters 災害時外国人支援ボランティア研修

Through workshops and simulations, this seminar (in Japanese) aims tohelp participants to think about providing assistance to foreigners whena disaster occurs. Open to NIC Disaster Language Volunteers and anyone
interested in emergency support for foreigners; Limited to 50 places,
determined on a first-in, first-served basis. Reservations required.
When: Sat. 18 Jan. (10:00 - 16:30)
Where: Nagoya City Naka Ward Office (中区役所)
Reservations: Visit or contact the NIC Exchange and Cooperation
Division from Tue. 3 Dec. (from 10:00)
Phone: 052-581-5689; E-mail: seminar-vol@nic-nagoya.or.jp

NIC Japanese Class for Children

NIC子ども日本語教室
For non-native speakers of Japanese aged 6 to 15 (born between Apr. 2,
2004, and Apr. 1, 2013), and junior high school students (except thoseattending evening classes; see NIC Japanese Class for High SchoolStudents, right) born before Apr. 2 2004. Max. 60 places; participants
may be selected on a needs basis.
When: Every Sunday from 19 Jan. to 29 Mar. (10:00 - 11:30) (10lessons. No class on 9 Feb.)
Where: Nagoya International Center
Cost: 1,000 Yen for 10 lessons
How to Apply: Come to NIC 4F Exhibition Room 3 on Sun. 12 Jan.
between 9:45 and 10:15. Following completion of the application
procedure, applicants will be interviewed. Applicants must attend with
their parent, guardian, or another person responsible for their welfare(ie. teacher, etc.).
Application forms and information can be found at the NIC 3F
pamphlet box area or the NIC website at www.nic-nagoya.or.jp .
Further Details: Contact the NIC Exchange and Cooperation Division on
052-581-5689

NIC Nihongo no Kai Japanese Class for
Adults

NIC日本語の会
For non-native speakers of Japanese (excluding elementary & junior highschool students). All lessons are held in Japanese. A range of courses areavailable from basic conversation to kanji, with up to 15-20 places
available per course.
Preference will be given to residents of the City of Nagoya. In the eventof excess applications, places will be allocated by lottery.
See www.nic-nagoya.or.jp/nihongonokai/ for more information.
When: Every Sunday from 19 Jan. to 29 Mar. (10 lessons. No class on 9
Feb.)
Where: Nagoya International Center
Cost: 2,500 Yen for 10 lessons, plus 500-1,000 Yen for course materials.
How to Apply: Applicants must come to the NIC 5F Conference Room
1 on Sun. 12 Jan. between 11:00 and 11:30. (Applicants who would
then like to apply for an additional class may do so from 12:30.)
Following the application procedure, applicants will be interviewed.
Payment accepted from 12:15.
Application forms can be found at the NIC 3F pamphlet box area or
the NIC website at www.nic-nagoya.or.jp/nihongonokai/
Further Details: Contact the Exchange and Cooperation Division on
052-581-5689

NIC Japanese Class for High SchoolStudents
NIC高校生日本語教室

For young non-native speakers of Japanese (born before 1 April
2004) currently attending or aspiring to enter high school andrequiring assistance with Japanese language acquisition.
(Preference given to those residing in or attending school in
Nagoya City. Current junior high school students, please see NIC
Japanese Class for Children, left.) The class aims to help students
acquire the foundations of Japanese necessary for their studies, toenable them to complete their high school studies and pursue
careers. Max. 20 places, determined on a needs basis.
When: Every Sunday from 19 Jan. to 29 Mar. (14:00 - 16:00) (10lessons. No class on 9 Feb.)
Where: Nagoya International Center 3F Lecture Room 2
Cost: 2,000 Yen for 10 lessons
How to Apply: Come to NIC 4F Exhibition Room 3 on Sun. 12
Jan. between 14:00 and 14:30. Following completion of theapplication procedure, applicants will be interviewed. Payment
accepted from 15:15.(If vacancies remain after 12 Jan.,applications may still be accepted. Please contact the NIC Exchange
and Cooperation Division for inquiries about applications.)
Application forms and information can be found at the NIC 3F
pamphlet box area or the NIC website at www.nic-nagoya.or.jp .
Further Details: Contact the NIC Exchange and Cooperation
Division on 052-581-5689

Physical and Mental Health Consultations
for Foreign Residents
外国人の
「心」
と
「からだ」
健康相談会

This comprehensive consultation session, held in conjunction withrelated specialist medical organizations, aims to help resident
foreign nationals who might be hindered by differences inlanguage and customs to feel at ease about their health, throughearly detection of illness, prevention, and providing information
about the medical treatment system. Interpreting support inEnglish, Portuguese, Spanish, Chinese, Filipino, and Vietnamese
will be available.
Organized by Nagoya City Health and Welfare Bureau, Nagoya
International Center, and Medical Information Center Aichi, there
will be free health, welfare and medical consultations, including
tuberculosis testing, consultations for women, cancer testing, bodymeasurement, urinalysis, blood pressure measurement, andmedical interviews, conducted by professional doctors, dentists,
and nurses.
When: Sun. 26 Jan. (13:30 - 16:00)
Where: Nagoya International Center 5F Conference Room 1
Cost: Free
Inquiries: NIC Information Counter, phone: 052-581-0100

NIC Library Foreign Animation Screening
2019 NICライブラリー海外のアニメ上映会2019

Enjoy a special movie screening after Children's Story Book Time.
Limited to around 20 places; no reservation required.
When: Sun. 26 Jan. (14:45 - 15:45)
Where: Nagoya International Center 3F Library Interaction Space
Cost: Free

Registration and Information Session for
Language Volunteers & Disaster Language
Volunteers
語学・災害語学ボランティア登録説明会

A registration and information session will be held for Language
Volunteers and Disaster Language Volunteers. For details ofvolunteer activities and requirements for registration, please see
the NIC website. Those registering as Disaster Language Volunteers
will also participate in the Disaster Language Volunteer Training
Session (14:30 to 16:30).
When: Sun. 2 Feb. (13:30 – 14:30)
Where: Nagoya International Center
Reservations: Contact the Exchange and Cooperation Division
before 17:00 on 1 Feb.
Inquiries: Exchange and Cooperation Division
Phone: 052-581-5689; E-mail: vol@nic-nagoya.or.jp

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Living in Nagoya■Nagoya City Collection of recyclables andgarbage over the Year End & New Year
period名古屋市の年末年始ごみ・資源・収集のお知らせ

Don’t be stuck with huge bags of garbage in your apartment until
the New Year. See below for the last and first collection days of2019 / 2020.

Burnable Garbage & Hazardous Flammable Items

可燃ごみ・発火性危険物

No collection from Wed. 1 Jan. to Fri. 3 Jan.
Regular collection day
Monday & Thursday
Tuesday & Friday

2019 lastDec. 30 (Mon.)
Dec. 31 (Tue.)2020 first
Jan. 6 (Mon.)
Jan. 7(Fri.)*Hazardous flammable items includes empty cassette-type gas

bottles, spray cans, disposable lighters, non-rechargeable lithium
batteries, etc.; don't put them in the same bag as your burnablegarbage!

Plastic Containers & Packaging
No collection from Wed. 1 Jan. to Fri. 3 Jan.
2019 lastDec. 30
Dec. 31
Dec. 25
Dec. 26
Dec. 272020 first
Jan. 6
Jan. 7Jan. 8Jan. 9Jan. 10

Empty Glass Jars & Bottles / Empty Cans / Paper
Containers & Packaging / Plastic Bottles

空きびん・空き缶・紙製容器包装・ペットボトル

No collection from Wed. 1 Jan. to Mon. 6 Jan.
Regular collection day
MondayTuesday
WednesdayThursdayFriday2019 lastDec. 30
Dec. 31
Dec. 25
Dec. 26
Dec. 272020 first
Jan. 13Jan. 7Jan. 8Jan. 9Jan. 10

Non-Burnable Garbage & Large-Sized Garbage

不燃ごみ・粗大ごみ

No collection from Wed. 1 Jan. to Fri. 3 Jan.
Regular collection day
1st Wed. of the month
1st Thu. of the month
1st Fri. of the month
2nd Wed. of the month
2nd Thu. of the month
2nd Fri. of the month
3rd Wed. of the month
3rd Thu. of the month
3rd Fri. of the month
4th Wed. of the month
4th Thu. of the month
4th Fri. of the month

2019 lastDec. 4
Dec. 5
Dec. 6
Dec. 11
Dec. 12
Dec. 13
Dec. 18
Dec. 19
Dec. 20
Dec. 25
Dec. 26
Dec. 272020 first
Jan. 8Jan. 9Jan. 10Jan. 15
Jan. 16Jan. 17
Jan. 22Jan. 23
Jan. 24
Jan. 29
Jan. 30
Jan. 31* Collection will take place one week later in January. (Eg. If regularcollection is on 2nd Wed. of the month (8 Jan.), collection will takeplace on 15 Jan.; If regular collection is on 4th Fri. of the month (24Jan.), collection will take place on 31 Jan.)

Collection of Large-Sized Garbage takes place only once amonth and by reservation only. It is a charged service. See
http://www.nic-nagoya.or.jp/sodai for full details on how to apply.
The Large-Sized Garbage (sodai-gomi / 粗大ごみ) Call Center will
also be closed between Sat. 28 Dec. and Fri. 3 Jan. To apply for the
disposal of large-sized garbage call 0120-758-530 (free-dial), or if
calling from a mobile phone or outside Aichi Prefecture call052-950-2581 (call charges apply) between 9:00 and 17:00. For
collection between Wed. 8 Jan. and Fri. 10 Jan. (inclusive),
telephone applications should be made by Fri. 27 Dec; Internet
applications (Japanese only) should be made by Tue. 24 Dec. You
can also call via the Nagoya International Center’s 3-way phoneinterpreter service “Trio-Phone” on 052-581-6112.

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年末年始地下鉄終夜運転と割引きっぷ

The Weekend Eco Pass (Do-nichi Eco Kippu /ドニチエコきっぷ) is a
one-day pass that allows commuters to ride all Nagoya City
subways and city buses all day on weekends, the 8th of the month,public holidays, and any other days when the train schedule runs on
a holiday schedule! It only costs 620 Yen for adults, 310 Yen forchildren (aged 6 to 12), and can be purchased at any subway
station ticket gate or on a city bus. What's more, the Higashiyama,
Meijo, Meiko, Tsurumai, and Sakura-dori lines will be running ALL
NIGHT on 31 Dec.! There will be a train approximately every 30
minutes throughout the night. If you first use a Do-nichi Eco Ticket
before 22:00 on 31 Dec. the ticket can be used until 6:00 on 1 Jan.,and if you first use a Do-nichi Eco Ticket after 22:00 on 31 Dec. theticket can be used until the last train on 1 Jan. A full schedule will
be posted at all subway stations from around 21 Dec.

■Night, Sunday, & Holiday Emergency
Clinics in Nagoya
休日診療所、
名古屋医師会急病センター

プラスチック製容器包装

Regular collection day
MondayTuesday
WednesdayThursdayFriday■All Night Subways & Discount Subway
Travel

Did you know that emergency treatment is available when regular
medical facilities are closed (on Sundays, national holidays, during
the year-end / New Year holiday period, and at night)? Make sure
you know where your closest clinic is, just in case. Getting caught
out on a Sunday or a holiday can be very stressful if you aren’t
prepared.
A full list of emergency clinics in Nagoya can be found on the Cityof Nagoya website at:
http://bit.ly/emergency-nagoya-clinics
For information on other clinics in Aichi, contact the Aichi
Emergency Medical Treatment Information Center (Phone:052-263-1133).
You can also search for medical facilities on the Center's websiteat:http://www.qq.pref.aichi.jp/■Emergency Broadcast Telephone Service
同報無線テレホンサービス

The City of Nagoya's emergency speaker system is used tobroadcast emergency announcements such as Evacuation
Information and national J-Alert warnings, and may also be used
for tests. When announcements are difficult to hear due toweather conditions, or difficult to understand, use your phone andcall the number below to check whether what you've heard is a
drill, or something urgent.
The service is available in English, Chinese and Korean, in addition
to Japanese.
Japanese: 0180-995926
English: 052-957-9260
Chinese: 052-957-9261
Korean: 052-957-9262■Sunday Service at City of Nagoya Wardand Branch Offices
区役所・支所の日曜窓口

In order to provide greater accessibility to services for residents,
service is available at ward and branch offices on predetermined
Sundays.
Upcoming Sunday Service dates:
1 Dec. 8:45 - 12:00
12 Jan. 8:45 - 12:00*Please note that dates may be subject to change or cancellation.
Services provided
Service is limited to submission and issuance of documents
concerning changing one's residence to or from the City of
Nagoya.
*Please be aware that some procedures may not be available. You
may be asked to come at a later date for procedures requiringconfirmation with other local or national government bodies.
For a list of services available at ward and branch offices on
Sunday Service dates, see the NIC website atwww.nic-nagoya.or.jp .

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Living Q & A: Dealing with the assets of a deceased Japanese spouse

外国人暮らしのQ&A：亡くなった日本人配偶者の財産の相続

My Japanese husband passed away recently. My husband had assets, and his siblings have told me that
because my husband and I never had children, my husband's assets must be divided up between his siblings,
too. Is this true? My husband had no children, and he doesn't seem to have left a will.

When a person dies, the deceased person's assets are passed to relatives, etc. As the application of law is concerned, the law of thecountry of which the deceased person (被相続人 / hisōzokunin) was a national applies, so when the deceased person is Japanese,the laws of Japan will apply. One can make a will (遺言書 / yuigonsho) to designate one's beneficiaries (相続人 / sōzokunin) who
will inherit one's assets upon one's death. When the deceased person does not leave a will, the distribution of assets is carried out
in accordance with the law (Civil Code / 民法 / minpō).
Under the Civil Code, a spouse is always a beneficiary. As for beneficiaries other than the spouse, the child / children of thedeceased will have priority. If there are no living children, then priority goes to other lineal descendants (直系卑属 / chokkei
hizoku) of the deceased, i.e. grandchildren, then great grandchildren, and so on. If there are no lineal descendants, priority will goto the lineal ascendants (直系尊属 / chokkei sonzoku) of the deceased, i.e. parents, grandparents, and so on. When there areneither lineal descendants nor ascendants, the siblings of the deceased become beneficiaries. In your case, where your husband
had no children, if neither of his parents or other lineal ascendants are living, then his siblings also have the right to his
inheritance.
The proportion of the deceased’s assets that can be inherited is also stipulated by law. A spouse and child of the deceased mayeach claim half of the assets. When there are no children, but spouse and parents or other lineal ascendants, the spouse may
claim two thirds and lineal ascendants one third. When there are no lineal ascendants, but spouse and siblings, the spouse may
claim three quarters, while the deceased’s siblings may claim one quarter of the deceased’s assets.
In any case, as this issue deals with the law, we recommend that you seek legal advice from a lawyer. Your
municipal government office provides legal consultations for residents, so it may be useful to inquire there.
Nagoya International Center also provides free legal consultations for foreign residents with interpreting
available in English, Portuguese, Spanish and Chinese, by appointment only. Reservations can be made bycalling 052-581-6111, and leaving a message on the answering machine. A staff member will call you backat a later date to confirm your appointment.

Read the Signs – Now ~ / ~ currently underway 看板を読もう「〜中」The kanji suffix 中 is often used to indicate that something is currently underway.

Key character: 中 chū (now ~ / ~ currently underway)

Key expressions:

開催中 kaisai-chū ([event / promotion] now on)

E.g. おたのしみイベント開催中 o-tanoshimi ibento kaisai-chū(fun event on now)
販売中 / 発売中 hanbai-chū / hatsubai-chū (now on sale; [ona vending machine] now vending)(お)取扱中 (o-) toriatsukai-chū ([on an ATM / coin exchange
machine] now operating)

募集中 boshū-chū (~ wanted / now seeking ~ )E.g. アルバイト / スタッフ / 働き手募集中 arubaito / sutaffu /hatarakite boshū-chū (part-time staff / staff wanted)
休止中 kyūshi-chū ([on a cash register] closed)

作動中 sadō-chū ([machine] now operating)E.g. 防犯カメラ作動中 bōhan kamera sadō-chū (security
camera in operation)
警戒中 keikai-chū (on alert)
E.g. テロ警戒中 tero keikai-chū (on alert to prevent terrorism)

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Highlights / Exhibitions - Please note all prices, dates, times, and locations are subject to change Sea Train Land Very Merry Christmas

シートレインランド Very
Merry Christmas
Port of Nagoya Sea Train Landis transformed into a Christmas
fun fair, with around 50,000
individual lights and otherdecorations, in addition to the
Ferris wheel, merry-go-roundand other attractions.
When: Until Wed. 25 Dec.
Photo courtesy of Port of Nagoya Sea Train Land
(Illumination from 16:30 to
20:00 weekdays; 16:30 to 22:00 Sat., Sun. & national holidays)
Where: Port of Nagoya Sea Train Land (名古屋港シートレインランド), Minato
Ward (港区)
Access: A 5-minute walk from Nagoyako (Nagoya Port) Sta. (名古屋港駅,
E07) Exit 3 on the Subway Meiko Line (地下鉄名港線)
Admission: Free; Charges apply for rides and attractions. Free pass(unlimited rides) - Elementary school students and above 2,500 (2,200)
Yen; Pre-school-aged children over 3 years old 1,400 (1,200) Yen; Parent+ Child Free Pass (1 pre-school-aged child over 3 years old + 1 person
over 16 years old) 3,100 Yen. Prices in ( ) are available upon presentationof a Homepage Discount Coupon, available on the Port of Nagoya Sea
Train Land website at http://www.senyo.co.jp/seatrainland/coupon.html;
Valid until 31 Mar. 2020.
Website: http://www.senyo.co.jp/seatrainland/index.html (Japanese)

Nagoya Christmas Market 2019名古屋クリスマスマーケット2019
A seasonal feature in many
towns in Germany and otherparts of Europe, a Christmas
market is coming once again to
Hisaya Hiroba, the seventh
event to be held in Nagoya. Try
Glühwein (mulled wine), warm
yourself up with hot dishes
including stew, and pick upsome knick knacks imported
A previous Nagoya Christmas Market
from Europe. Enjoy eating and
Photo courtesy of Tokai Television Broadcasting Co. Ltd.
shopping in a fantastic
Christmas atmosphere with aclassic 10m-tall illuminated Christmas tree and even more brilliant
Christmas lights. You can also meet Santa Claus, take part in aherbarium-making workshop and Christmas candle making class!
When: Sat. 7 to Mon. 23 Dec. (Weekdays 15:00 - 20:30; Sat., Sun. & 23
Dec. 11:00 - 20:30; Will still be held in rain, but hours may be shortenedor events canceled in stormy weather.)
Where: Edion Hisaya Hiroba (エディオン久屋広場) in Hisaya Ōdōri Park (久屋大通公園), in Sakae (栄), Naka Ward (中区)
Admission: Free; Charges apply for food, drinks and attractions within
venue
Access: A short walk from Yaba-cho Sta. (矢場町駅, M04) Exit 6 on the
Subway Meijo Line (地下鉄名城線)
Website: https://www.tokai-tv.com/xmasmarket2019/ (Japanese)

Fukugonji Temple Akiba Taisai

福厳寺あきば大祭
With a history of over 540
years and held on theanniversary of the death offire prevention deity Akiha
Sanjakubō Daigongen (秋葉三尺坊大権現), the main festivalof Fukugonji Temple is a
Photo courtesy of Fukugonji Temple
traditional event wherevisitors can receive prayers
and walk through fire to remove the shame of the past year andrestore one's spiritual posture and humility for the coming year.
Experience both the solemnity of the temple and the lively festival
atmosphere with food stalls, activities including Buddhist image tracing
and meditation, workshops, and ritual musical performances.
The flames of the fire walking ritual (火渡り神事 / hi-watari shinji) aresaid to symbolise the 'three poisons' which afflict the heart, namely
desire, anger, and confusion, which if left unchecked are said to resultin the loss of the trust of family, colleagues, and other significant
people, and lead to ruin. In the ritual of fire walking, one experiences
the terror of an actual fire as one passes through the burning flames toavoid being consumed by the 'three poisons', or the flames of theheart, restoring one's humble attitude.
When: Sat. 7 Dec. (10:00 - 21:00)
Where: Grounds of Daisōzan Fukugonji (大叢山福厳寺), Komaki City (小牧市) Ōkusa 5229 (小牧市大草5229番地)
Access: A 15-minute trip by bus or taxi from Kasugai Sta. (春日井駅,
CF07) on the JR Chūō Line (中央本線). Parking will also be available for
200 cars on the day.
Website: http://akiba.fukugonji.com/ (Japanese)

Chōshōji Temple Donki 長松寺 どんきThis peculiar ritual is held aspart of the Hibuse-Taisai
festivities for Akiha
Sanjakubō Daigongen, who
is worshipped at ChōshōjiTemple in Shimosawaki,
Mito-chō, Toyokawa City.
After prayers for protection
from fire, white foxes bearing
bell hammers, a red tengu
with a paperplant-leaf fan
and a blue tengu brandishing Photo courtesy of Toyokawa Tourist Information Centera spear chase after children,
painting the faces and bodies of those they catch red. It is said thatthose who have been smeared with the red paint will be blessed withgood health.
When: Sun. 15 Dec. (13:30 - 17:00)
Where: Chōshōji Temple (長松寺), Toyokawa City (豊川市) Mito-chō
Shimosawaki Kitaura 17-1 (御津町下佐脇北浦17-1)
Access: A 15-minute walk southeast from Aichi-Mito Sta. (愛知御津駅,
CA44) on the JR Tōkaidō Line (JR東海道本線)

Yamazaki Mazak Museum of Art: Kimura - A Japanese Painter in France

ヤマザキ マザック 美術館「フランスに生きた日本人画家 木村忠太の世界 色と線の美しい記憶」

Born in Takamatsu City, Kagawa
Prefecture, Kimura Chūta(1917-1987) was a painter who
travelled to, and worked
extensively, in France. He
migrated to France in 1953 at
the age of 36, and painted
landscapes depicting Paris andsouthern France. While taking
actual landscapes as his subject,
Landscape: Village, 1980
Oil on canvas
he captured his memories of theCollection of Yamazaki Mazak Corporation© ADAGP, Paris & JASPAR, Tokyo, 2019
landscape as it appeared in thelight with vibrant colors and free-flowing lines. Forms such as thoseof people, houses, trees, roads, bicycles and cars are brought out
from the color-filled canvas by the unfettered lines, a beautiful
lingering note that reverberates in one's heart.

06

NAGOYA CALENDARThis exhibition is a rare opportunity to see an assortment ofKimura's works in the Tokai region, featuring 58 works from thecollections of art museums and private collections from around theregion.
When: Until Sun. 9 Mar. (Weekdays 10:00 - 17:30; Sat., Sun. &national holidays 10:00 - 17:00; Last entry 30 minutes before
closing.) Closed Mondays (or the following day if Monday is anational holiday) and 28 Dec. to 3 Jan.
Where: The Yamazaki Mazak Museum of Art (ヤマザキ マザック 美術館) in Higashi Ward (東区)
Access: Connected to Shinsakae-machi Sta. (新栄町駅, H11) Exit 1 on
the Subway Higashiyama Line (地下鉄東山線).
Admission: General Admission 1,200 (1,000) Yen; Senior andJunior HS students and Elementary students 500 Yen; Pre-school
aged children free. Price in ( ) is for groups of 10 or more. Free
audio commentary available.
Website: www.mazak-art.com

Exhibitions - Please note all prices, dates, times, and locations are subject to change Transcending Eras - Early Modern and Modern
Ceramic Beauty「じだいをつなぐ 近代・現代陶磁の美」

Over the Taishō and Shōwa periods, while theceramic industry headed towards practical mass
production, excellent handcrafted decorative pieces
fully demonstrating the craftsman's artistry werealso created. Among the painters fostered byceramic manufacturers, a number were also activein the world of Western painting, such as Shinoki
Keiji (市ノ木慶治), a Nagoya native. Turning the
spotlight on the period from the Meiji to Shōwaeras, this exhibition presents many exquisitely
crafted ceramic pieces, including works
hand-painted by Shinoki Keiji.
When: Until Sun. 1 Mar. 2020 (10:00 - 17:00; Last
Nihon Touki, painted by Nakajima
Otojiro, Vase painted with flowers,
entry by 16:30) Closed Mondays (or the following
butterflies and fruit (上絵花蝶果物図花瓶)
business day if it falls on a national holiday), 29
Mid- to late-Shōwa period
Dec. to 4 Jan.
Where: Yokoyama Art Museum (横山美術館), Higashi Ward (東区)
Access: A 4-minute walk from Shinsakae-machi Sta. (新栄町駅, H11) Exit 1
on the Subway Higashiyama Line (地下鉄東山線) or Takaoka Sta. (高岳駅,
S06) Exit 3 on the Subway Sakura-dori Line (桜通線).
Admission: General admission 1,000 (800) Yen; University & Senior HS
students, Seniors (over 65) 800 (600) Yen; Junior HS students 600 (400) Yen;
Holders of a Certificate of Disability 700 (500) Yen; Elementary school
students and younger free. Prices in ( ) are for groups of 20 or more.
Website: https://www.yokoyama-art-museum.or.jp/ (Japanese)

Roots of Kawaii - Naito Rune - Dreaming is mylife「Roots of Kawaii 内藤ルネ展〜夢見ること、それが私の人生〜」
The image of fashionable girls with big,round, sparkling eyes that has captivatedgirls throughout Japan since themid-1950s is the creation of Okazaki-born
multi-genre creator Naito Rune
(1932-2007). Rune is referred to as theprogenitor of the kawaii culture thatremains to this day. This is the first major
retrospective of Rune's work to be held in
Okazaki, the place of his birth. Uncovering
Naito Rune, Tokimeki (reproduced original coverepisodes related to his hometown, theartwork for Junia Soreiyu issue 33), 2017exhibition takes a personal look at Rune as
Collection of Rune Co., Ltd. ©R.S.H/RUNE
well as rare original illustrations andartwork.
When: Until Mon. 13 Jan. (nat. hol.) 2020 (10:00 - 17:00; Last entry
16:30.) Closed Mondays (open 13 Jan. [nat. hol.]), 28 Dec. to 3 Jan.
Where: Okazaki City Museum (岡崎市美術博物館), Okazaki City (岡崎市)
Access: From Higashi Okazaki Sta. (東岡崎駅, NH13), Meitetsu Nagoya Line
(名鉄名古屋本線), North Exit Bus Stop (北口バスのりば), take the bus boundfor Chūō Sōgō Kōen (中央総合公園) departing from Stop 2, and alight at
Bijutsu Hakubutsukan (美術博物館, 380 Yen), from which the Museum is a
3-minute walk.
Admission: General admission (Senior HS and older) 800 Yen; Junior HS &Elementary students 400 Yen; Pre-school-aged children free; Holders of a
Certificate of Disability and 1 accompanying caregiver free.
Website: https://www.city.okazaki.lg.jp/museum/index.html

MOOMIN: THE ART AND THE STORY「ムーミン展 THE ART AND THE STORY」
Discover the charming tales and art of The
Moomins, created by Finnish painter andnovelist Tove Jansson (1914-2001), througharound 500 pieces from the collections of
the Moomin Museum in Finland andMoomin Characters Oy Ltd., including
original artwork from the novels and picture
books, figurines, and more. The exhibitcommemorating the 100th anniversary of
the establishment of diplomatic relations
Tove Jansson, drawing for an illustration to Comet in
between Japan and Finland is another
Moominland
1946 adapted 1968highlight, and exhibition-exclusive
merchandise will also be available.
When: Sat. 7 Dec. to Sun. 19 Jan. 2020 (10:00 - 19:30; 10:00 - 18:00 on
31 Dec. & 19 Jan.; Last entry 30 minutes before closing.)
Where: Matsuzakaya Art Museum (松坂屋美術館), Matsuzakaya
Department Store Nagoya Store (松坂屋名古屋店) South Building (南館) 7th
Floor, Naka Ward (中区)
Access: Matsuzakaya is connected to Yaba-cho Sta. (矢場町駅, M04) Exits 5
and 6 on the Subway Meijo Line (地下鉄名城線); or a 5-minute walk southfrom Sakae Sta. (栄駅, H10 / M05) Exit 16 on the Subway Higashiyama (東山線) and Meijo Lines

Other current exhibitions

For more information on current exhibitions inand around Nagoya, see the NIC website atwww.nic-nagoya.or.jp■ Nagoya City Art Museum: Caravaggio 2019-2020 名古屋市
美術館特別展「カラヴァッジョ展」

When: Until Sun. 15 Dec. (9:30 - 17:00; 9:30 - 20:00 on Fridays;
Last entry 30 minutes before closing.) Closed Mondays
Where: Nagoya City Art Museum (名古屋市美術館), Naka Ward (中区)
Website: http://www.art-museum.city.nagoya.jp/
Exhibition website: http://m-caravaggio.jp/ (Japanese)■ Menard Art Museum: Masterpieces from the Collectionof MENARD ART MUSEUM メナード美術館「メナード美術館 コレク
ション名作展 2019」

Where: Until Sun. 22 Dec. (10:00 - 17:00; Last entry 30 minutes
before closing.) Closed Mondays
Where: Menard Art Museum (メナード美術館), Komaki City (小牧市)
Website: https://museum.menard.co.jp/■ Takahama Kawara Museum: Yamamoto Yoshihiko "Rainbow Painter" of Detailed Landscapes

高浜市やきものの里かわら美術館「山本良比古−緻密な風景を描いた 虹の絵
師 」

When: Until Thu. 26 Dec. (10:00〜17:00; Ticket sales close at
16:30.) Closed Mondays and Tuesdays (open on national holidays,
but closed the following weekday)
Where: Takahama Kawara Museum (高浜市やきものの里かわら美術館), Takahama City (高浜市)
Website: http://www.takahama-kawara-museum.com/ (Japanese)■ Nagoya City Museum: Exhibition of Excavations in theJapanese Archipelago 2019 / Castles and Castle Towns in
Owari District

名古屋市博物館 特別展「発掘された日本列島2019」
地域展「尾張の城と城下町 三英傑の城づくり・町づくり」

When: Until Sat. 28 Dec. (9:30 - 17:00; Last entry by 16:30)
Closed Mondays and the 4th Tuesday of the month.
Where: Nagoya City Museum (名古屋市博物館), Mizuho Ward (瑞穂区)Website: http://www.museum.city.nagoya.jp/■ Nagoya City Science Museum Special Exhibition:
teamLab★Future Park and Animals of Flowers, Symbiotic
Lives
名古屋市科学館 特別展「 チームラボ 学ぶ!未来の遊園地と、花と共に生きる
動物達」

When: Sat. 30 Nov. to Sun. 16 Feb. 2020 (9:30 - 17:00; Last
entry 16:30) Closed Mondays (open 13 Jan. [nat. hol.]), Tue. 14Jan., the third Friday of the month, and Sun. 29 Dec. to Fri. 3 Jan.
Where: Nagoya City Science Museum (名古屋市科学館) Science andTechnology Building (理工館) B2F Temporary Exhibition Hall (イベントホール)
Website: http://www.ncsm.city.nagoya.jp/
Exhibition website: https://futurepark.teamlab.art/places/ncsm

Admission: General admission 1,300 (1,100) Yen; University & Senior HS students
1,000 (800) Yen; Junior HS & Elementary students 700 (500) Yen: Pre-school-aged
children free: Holders of a Certificate of Disability and one accompanying person
free. Prices in ( ) are for groups of 10 or more, and advance purchase tickets,
available from ticket agents including Ticket Pia (P-code: 769−998).
Website: https://moomin-art.jp/ (Japanese)

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In and Around Nagoya - Please note all prices, dates, times, and locations are subject to change Nagoya Kottousai

名古屋骨董祭
The largest antique fair in the Tokai region, packed with all kinds of antiquesfrom Japan and abroad. Antique dealers from all over the country fill the venue
with urns, crockery, hanging scrolls, European antiques, armor and swords, tea
ceremony items, retro items, kimono, toys and signs, clocks, glassware andfurniture, dolls, fortune-bringing figures and much more.
When: Fri. 6 to Sun. 8 Dec. (10:00 – 17:00)
Where: Fukiage Hall (吹上ホール), Chikusa Ward
Access: A 5-minute walk from Fukiage Sta. (吹上駅, S09) Exit 5 on the
Sakura-dori Subway Line (地下鉄桜通線)
Admission: Free
Website: www.nagoyakottousai.com (Japanese)

FIELDSTYLE JAMBOREE 2019 in AICHI SKY
EXPO

Field Style offers options for enriching your lifestyle. Have fun as you try avariety of outdoor and lifestyle products and services, and hands on attractions.
See fun ideas for your weekend trips to the beach or the mountains, to thosefor your living room or yard, and find out how to make use of outdoor
know-how to be better prepared for disasters.
When: Sat. 7 Dec. (12:00 - 19:00) and Sun. 8 Dec. (9:00 - 17:00)
Where: Aichi International Convention & Exhibition Center (Aichi Sky Expo / 愛
知県国際展示場), Tokoname City (常滑市)
Access: A 5-minute walk from Central Japan International Airport (中部国際空港駅, TA24) on the Meitetsu Airport Line (名鉄空港線)
Admission: 1,000 Yen advance (available via the Loppi terminal at Lawson
and Ministop stores, etc.), 1,500 Yen at door; Elementary school students andyounger children free. Pets not permitted.
Website: http://field-style.jp/ (Japanese)

Tomica Expo in Nagoya トミカ博 in NAGOYA

Tomica is a long-selling brand of miniaturecars, the first Japanese brand of minicars
based on vehicles produced by Japanese
automobile manufacturers, first released
in 1970 and enjoyed by three generationsof children and parents. From passenger
and work vehicles to sports cars, Tomica
were an immediate hit, and have since
become a staple of Japanese children's
culture. Nowadays the Tomica lineup
features more than 140 models which areconstantly updated to reflect current
trends.
This "fun interactive museum for children © TOMY Tomica is a registered trademark
and parents" not only features amazingof TOMY Company, Ltd.
dioramas to see, but various otherattractions you can also touch, move andride.
When: Fri. 13 to Sun. 22 Dec. (Weekdays 10:00 - 16:00; Sat. & Sun. 9:30 16:00; Last entry 15:30.)
Where: Fukiage Hall (吹上ホール)
Access: A 5-minute walk from Fukiage Sta. (吹上駅, S09) Exit 5 on the
Sakura-dori Subway Line (地下鉄桜通線)
Admission: Adults 1,200 (1,100) Yen; Elementary school-aged children andpre-school-aged children over 3 years old 1,000 (900) Yen; Children 2 years old
and under free. Prices in ( ) are for advance sale tickets, available until 12 Dec.
from ticket agents including Ticket Pia (P-Code: 992-483) and Lawson Ticket(L-Code: 43778). Present a valid Weekend Eco Pass or One-Day Pass (bothavailable at subway stations) at the door, and get 100 Yen off admission (foron-the-day tickets only).
Website: https://www.ctv.co.jp/event/tomica/ (Japanese)

Celebrating the New Year at
Tokugawaen

松を寿く 徳川園のお正月①Kuromon (Black Gate) Pine Decorations

Traditional New Year decorations inspired by the descriptions ofkadomatsu (門松 / lit. gate pine) in Edo-period records of Nagoya
Castle. When: Fri. 13 Dec. to Mon. 13 Jan. (nat. hol.)②Lucky Draw and O-shiruko

The first 300 visitors will enter the draw to receive a small gift, ando-shiruko (お汁粉 / sweet red bean soup), a warm treat in the cold ofwinter, will be served. When: Thu. 2 Jan. (from 9:30)③New Year Archery Tournament

Presented by the members of the Aichi Commercial High School
Kyūdō (弓道 / Japanese archery) Club. When: Thu. 2 Jan. (11:00 11:30; Cancelled in wet weather)④New Year Manzai

Celebrate the New Year with anauspicious traditional blessing
performance. When: Fri. 3 Jan.
(11:00 & 14:00)
Where: Tokugawaen (徳川園) in
Higashi Ward (東区)
Access: By train: a 10-minute walkfrom JR Ōzone Station (大曽根駅,
CF04) South Exit (南出口). By bus:
New Year Manzai
From Sakae, take a City Bus for
Photo courtesy of Tokugawaen
Hikiyama (引山) or Shikenya (四軒家)
leaving from Bus Station 3, Sakae Bus Terminal (Oasis 21). Get off at
Tokugawaen Shindeki (徳川園新出来) bus stop.
Admission: General Admission / College & Senior HS Students 300 (270)
Yen; Residents of Nagoya City aged 65 or older 100 (90) Yen. Junior HS
Students and younger free. Prices in ( ) are for groups of 20 or more.
Website: http://www.tokugawaen.city.nagoya.jp/

Hisayaodori Garden Flarie 久屋大通庭園フラリエ

・New Year Orchid Exhibition

クリスマスイルミネーション&ポインセチアツリー

In the peak time to enjoy orchids,
see an impressive display ofaround 500 plants produced byorchid enthusiasts, plus
workshops on how to groworchids and sales of plants.
Admission free. Mini Cattleya
Orchid Growing Workshop Sat. 4 & Sun. 5 Jan. (14:00 14:30); Fee: 500 Yen; reservation required.
When: Sat. 4 to Wed. 8 Jan. (9:00 - 17:00; 9:00 - 15:00 on 8 Jan.)
Where: Hisayaodori Garden Flarie (久屋大通庭園フラリエ), Naka Ward
(中区)
Access: Approximately a 3-minute walk from Yaba-cho Sta. (矢場町駅,
M04) Exit 4 on the Meijo Subway Line (地下鉄名城線); or a 5-minute
walk from Kamimaezu Sta. (上前津駅, M03/T09) Exit 1 on the Subway
Meijo and Tsurumai lines (地下鉄名城・鶴舞線).
Admission: Free
Website: http://www.flarie.jp/ (Japanese)

・Christmas Illumination & Poinsettia Tree
Last year's popular heart photo spot is back,
together with new Christmas lights featuring
Santa Claus, angels, and more. Admission free.
(17:00 - 22:00)
Get in the mood for Christmas with the 3-metertall Christmas tree, made from living poinsettia
plants, in Hisayaodori Garden Flarie's Crystal
Garden glasshouse (admission free). A white
poinsettia tree is making its first appearance thisyear. (9:00 - 17:30)
When: Until Wed. 25 Dec.

・Christmas Concerts クリスマスコンサート

Photos courtesy of Hisayaodori
Garden Flarie

Enjoy free concerts featuring such genres as acapella, gospel, jazz, andinstruments including claviola and ukulele.
When: Sat. 14 Dec. (14:00 - 14:40), Sun. 15 Dec. (14:00 - 14:40), Sat. 21
Dec. (14:00 - 14:40), Sun. 22 Dec. (14:00 - 14:40), Sat. 28 Dec. (10:30 16:30)

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Osusuosame-shinji 御煤納神事
A purification ritual toremove the soot that has
built up over the past year in
the shrine buildings so thatthe deity of Atsuta Shrine,
Atsuta-no-Ōkami
(Amaterasu-Ōmikami as
Photo courtesy of Atsuta Jingū
represented by the sacredsword, Kusanagi-no-tsurugi), might welcome a glorious new year
refreshed.
In order for Atsuta-no-Ōkami, to welcome the new year in a pristinedwelling, devotees perform the ritual cleaning of the interior of the main
hall from 6:00 the previous day. From 10:00, attendants bearing 4-meterlong imitake (斎竹 / ritual brooms made from green branches) performthe cleaning ritual at the main shrine and other shrines, around 40 in all,throughout the grounds.
From 14:00, following the completion of the cleaning ritual, a ceremony
is held at the Main Shrine to inform the deity that preparations forwelcoming the new year have been completed.
When: Wed. 25 Dec. (from 10:00)
Where: Atsuta Jingū (熱田神宮) in Atsuta Ward (熱田区)
Access: A 3-minute walk from Jingū-mae Sta. (神宮前駅, NH33) on the
Meitetsu Nagoya Line (名鉄名古屋本線); or an 8-minute walk from Atsuta
Sta. (熱田駅, CA65) on the JR Tōkaidō Line (JR 東海道線); or a 7-minute
walk from Jingu Nishi Sta. (神宮西駅, M27) on the Meijo Subway Line (地下鉄名城線).

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In and Around Nagoya - Please note all prices, dates, times, and locations are subject to change Kirameki Meijimura

きらめき明治村

Experience the fantastic spectacle of Mieji-era architecture
illuminated by LEDs and other state-of-the-art lighting
techniques during the Kirameki ("Sparkling") Meijimura
event. With extended opening hours, enjoy a different
atmosphere at Meijimura on winter nights.
When: Kirameki Meijimura - Saturdays, Sundays andnational holidays until Mon. 13 Jan. (nat. hol.), also Thu. 2 &Fri. 3 Jan. (no illumination on Wed. 1 Jan. [nat. hol.])Meijimura regular hours (Dec. to Feb.) - 10:00 - 16:00;
Open until 19:30 on Kirameki Meijimura dates. Closed Tue.
17, 24, 31 Dec., Mon. 6 to Fri. 10, Tue. 14, 21, 28 Jan. 2020.
Where: Museum Meiji-mura (博物館明治村), Inuyama City (犬山市)Access: From Inuyama Sta. (犬山駅) East Exit (東口) on the
Meitetsu Inuyama Line (名鉄犬山線), take the Gifu Bus (岐阜バス)
bound for Meiji-Mura (明治村), disembark at final stop; From
Nagoya Sta. (Meitetsu Bus Center / 名鉄バスセンター) take thehighway bus to Meiji-Mura (Buses depart 8:40, 9:40
weekdays; 8:45, 9:40, 10:40 on weekends and national
holidays).
Admission: Adults 1,700 Yen; University students and Seniors(over 65) 1,300 Yen; Senior HS students 1,000 Yen; Junior HS
and Elementary students 600 Yen; Pre-school aged children
free. (※Proof of age required for seniors; Student ID required
for university and senior HS students.) Admission after 16:00:
Adults 1,000 Yen; Senior HS students and younger 500 Yen.
Website: http://www.meijimura.com/

First Sunrise of the Year at Midland
Square Sky Promenade

ミッドランドスクエア スカイプロムナードで見る初日の出

Behold the auspicious sight of
the year’s first sunrise at Midland
Square in the heart of Nagoya.
The building's Sky Promenade is
the Chubu region's highest
open-air observation deck.
When: Wed. 1 Jan. (5:30 –
8:00; Sunrise is at around 7:00)
Where: Midland Square (ミッドランドスクェア), Nakamura Ward (中村区)
Admission: 18 and over 750 Yen; Seniors (over 65), Senior &Junior HS 500 Yen; Children free (usually 300 Yen weekdays).
Access: A 3-minute walk east from Nagoya Sta. (名古屋駅)

Tenteko Matsuri - A Bizarre Festival

天下の奇祭〜てんてこ祭

A festival held on 3 January
every year to pray for anabundant harvest, said to havebegun in the Heian period(794-1185) when the district
was selected to contribute to
the thanksgiving offering ofEmperor Seiwa.
Photo courtesy of Nishio City Tourism Association
Men of the unlucky age of 42,
dressed in red costumes, with daikon carved to resemble aphallus hung from their waists, walk through theneighborhood, thrusting their pelvises to the rhythmical
accompaniment of taiko drums.
When the procession reaches the grounds of Niike
Hachiman-sha Shrine, ash from burnt straw is swept up
vigorously with bamboo brooms, as the ash is thought to ward
against ill fortune if it touches the head.
When: Fri. 3 Jan. (from 13:00)
Where: Niike Hachiman-sha Shrine (熱池八幡社) in Nishio City (西尾市), Niike-chō Jinden 103 (熱池町神田103) and surrounds
Access: By public transport: From Nishio Sta. (西尾駅, GN10)
on the Meitetsu Nishio Line (名鉄西尾線), take the Meitetsu Tōbu
Kōtsū Bus (名鉄東部交通バス) bound for Isshiki (一色) to Niike (熱池)Bus Stop, from which the venue is a 5-minute walk; or a
12-minute walk southwest from Fukuchi Sta. (福地駅, GN11).

Hatsu-Ebisu 初えびす

Hatsu-Ebisu, held within the
Atsuta Shrine precinct at
Kamichikama Shrine and the
adjoining Okuninushi Shrine andKotoshironushi Shrine, is afestival praying for prosperity in
Photo courtesy of Atsuta Jingū
business, the safety of one's
family, and bumper catches for those involved in fishing. Despite theritual taking place at midnight, the precinct overflows with excitement
as scores of worshippers clamor to be the first to pick up a talismansuch as a fukukumade (福熊手 / lucky rake).
When: Sun. 5 Jan. (from 00:00)
Where: Kamichikama Shrine (上知我麻神社), Ōkuninushi Shrine (大国主社)
and Kotoshironushi Shrine (事代主社) in the Atsuta Jingū (熱田神宮)
precinct in Atsuta Ward (熱田区)
Access: A 3-minute walk from Jingū-mae Sta. (神宮前駅, NH33) on the
Meitetsu Nagoya Line (名鉄名古屋本線); or an 8-minute walk from Atsuta
Sta. (熱田駅, CA65) on the JR Tōkaidō Line (JR 東海道線); or a 7-minute
walk from Jingu Nishi Sta. (神宮西駅, M27) on the Meijo Subway Line (地下鉄名城線).

Nagoya Philharmonic Orchestra

名古屋フィルハーモニー交響楽団•Salon Concert
サロンコンサート

Performing: Hiroshi TANAKA, Trombone
When: Thu. 16 Jan. (18:30)
Where: Nagoya City Music Plaza 1F “Music Salon” (名古屋市音楽プラ
ザ)
Access: A 6-min. walk from Kanayama Sta. (金山駅, E01 / M01 / NH34
/ CA66) or an 8-min. walk from Higashi Betsuin Sta. (東別院駅, M02)
on the Meijo Subway Line (地下鉄名城線)
Admission: Free

• The 475th Subscription Concert
第475回定期演奏会

Ryusuke NUMAJIRI, Conductor
Pablo FERRÁNDEZ, Cello

R. Schumann Cello Concerto in A Minor, Op. 129
R. Wagner Der Ring des Nibelungen
When: Fri. 17 Jan. (18:45 -) and Sat. 18 Jan. (16:00 -)Where: Aichi Prefectural Arts Theater Concert Hall (愛知県芸術劇場コンサートホール)
Access: A 3-minute walk east from Sakae Sta. (栄駅, H10/M05) Exit 4
on the Subway Higashiyama and Meijo Lines (地下鉄東山線・名城線), or
Sakaemachi Sta. (栄町駅) on the Meitetsu Seto Line (名鉄瀬戸線)
Tickets: S 6,200 Yen; A 5,100 Yen; B 4,100 Yen; C 3,100 Yen; Y (forpersons aged 25 & under, on day, at door) 1,000 Yen. For tickets,
call the Nagoya Philharmonic Ticket Guide on 052-339-5666(Japanese/English)

Nagoya Noh Theater March Special
Performance
名古屋能楽堂 三月特別公演

Program
Noh Kochō (胡蝶)Kyōgen Nabeyatsubachi (鍋八撥)Noh Funabenkei (船弁慶)
When: Sat. 7 Mar. (from 13:30)
Where: Nagoya Noh Theater (名古屋能楽堂)
Access: A 10-minute walk from Sengen-cho Sta. (浅間町駅, T05) Exit 1
on the Tsurumai Subway Line (地下鉄鶴舞線)
Tickets: Reserved 5,200 Yen; Non-reserved: Adults 4,100 Yen, Students(25 years old and under) 2,100 Yen. Non-reserved tickets available atthe door for the above prices plus 500 Yen. 10% discount available
upon presentation of a passport or other proof of foreign nationality (atNagoya Noh Theater only). Free wireless headset audio guide available(Japanese, English).
Learn more about the performance at a Study Session on Sat. 22
Feb. (from 14:00). Fee applies; Discount ticket set (includes Study
Session and performance tickets) also available. Limited to 60 places;
Junior HS students and older. (Japanese)
Inquiries: Nagoya Noh Theater, phone: 052-231-0088

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Hakken! Nagoya / Movies - Please note all prices, dates, times, and locations are subject to change Hakken! NAGOYA is a
publication compiled by
NagoyaInternational Centervolunteers. Hakken means"discover" in Japanese.
Whole issues are available
on the NIC website.

← Kazunoko (herring roe)
The many eggs represent the hopefor many children and a prosperous
family.

Osechiお節

The special food eaten at shōgatsu (the New Yearobservance) is called osechi. It's prepared at the endof the year to welcome the gods. It’s traditional toprepare food that can last several days because fire
isn't used in the kitchen during New Year’s and also
in order to allow women to rest during shōgatsu.
Osechi is eaten during the three days of shōgatsu.
Various types of dishes are beautifully placed into abox-shaped container called a jūbako.
The basics of osechi are celebratory side dishes (suchas kuromame (sweet black soybeans), kazunoko(herring roe), tatsukuri (small dried sardines)),simmered food, pickled food, and grilled food, butthese differ by region. Each dish bears auspicious or
wishful meanings, such as prayers and hopes for a bountiful harvest, family
safety and health, and prosperous lineage.

Kohaku kamaboko (red and whitesteamed fish cake) →It is used in osechi because thehalf-circle shape looks like the sunrise.
Also, red represents auspiciousness
and joy, while white represents purity.
← Kuromame (sweet blacksoybeans)
The word "mame" can mean
dedicated and healthy, sokuromame represents the hope ofbeing able to work hard all year
and live a healthy life.

Check out more issues of Hakken!
NAGOYA on the NIC website!

These are some of the most common osechi dishes.

Movie Theaters & Upcoming Movies
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Listed below are English language movies being shown in Nagoya theaters. Listings are subject to change. Movies are usually shown in their original language with Japanese subtitles; someshowings may be dubbed in Japanese for younger audiences. Numbers in < > after the movie listing correspond to the above location guide.

★LAST CHRISTMAS

ラスト・クリスマス

Emilia Clarke, Henry Golding/dir. Paul Feig/From Dec.6 <5>★MY FOOLISH HEART

スター・ウォーズ／スカイウォーカーの夜明け
読まれなかった小説

Dogu Demirkol, Murat Cemcir/dir. Nuri Bilge Ceylan/From Dec.7 <5>★JUMANJI: THE NEXT LEVEL

ジュマンジ／ネクスト・レベル

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Jack Black/dir. Jake Kasdan/From Dec.13 <1><2>★SHAUN THE SHEEP MOVIE: FARMAGEDDON

映画 ひつじのショーン ＵＦＯフィーバー！

dir. Richard Phelan /From Dec.13 <1><2>★SORRY WE MISSED YOU

家族を想うときKris Hitchen, Debbie Honeywood/dir. Ken Loach /From Dec.13 <6>10

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再会の夏★STAR WARS: THE RISE OF SKYWALKER

マイ・フーリッシュ・ハートSteve Wall, Gijs Naber/dir. Rolf van Eijk/From Dec.7 <5>★THE WILD PEAR TREE / AHLAT AGACI★THE RED COLLAR / LE COLLIER ROUGEFrancois Cluzet, Nicolas Duvauchelle/dir. Jean Becker/From Dec.13 <6>
Daisy Ridley, Adam Driver/dir. J.J. Abrams/From Dec.20 <1><2>★HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON: THE HIDDEN WORLD

ヒックとドラゴン 聖地への冒険

Jay Baruchel, America Ferrera/dir. Dean DeBlois /From Dec.20 <1><2>★THE UPSIDETHE UPSIDE／最強のふたり

Bryan Cranston, Kevin Hart/dir. Neil Burger/From Dec.20 <6>★EXTREMELY WICKED, SHOCKINGLY EVIL AND VILE

Zac Efron, Lily Collins /dir. Joe Berlinger/From Dec.20 <6>

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Cultural Learning Opportunities★Hana-no-ki-kai - Ikebana classes every 4th Sun. of the month 13:00 16:00 near Kanayama Sta. Only actual cost charged for materials.
Reservations - Phone: 0562-93-0310; Fax: 0562-93-5214 (Ms. Suzuki)

Ward, Owariasahi, Nisshin, etc)! We enjoy chatting in English / Japanese
in a cosy Northern European Style House. Sat. 14:00-15:00 Fee: 500 Yen(Unlimited drinks) Check our meetup group:
meetup.com/nagakute-english-cafe★Ikebana Communications - Enjoy your stay in Japan & make newfriends by learning Ikebana. We meet every 2nd & 4th Sat. 14:00 - 20:00
near Nagoya Int'l Center Bldg. Fee 1400 Yen / class. Call Mimi
090-4867-4264, Ms. Wakita 052-581-6071 or Miki 090-7954-2892★Nagoya Language Exchange - Japanese-language andEnglish-language learners meet once a month near Nagoya Sta. We chatand enjoy practicing English/Japanese conversation as well as learning
cultures. Let's learn language together! Website:
http://facebook.com/mamilearnersspace/★Japanese Home Cooking Class, Ikebana & Tea Ceremony inEnglish - Learn to use the different sauces & spices common to
traditional Japanese home-cooked dishes. Flower arranging & tea
ceremony lessons available; private or group lessons OK. Call
052-211-2586 (Hideko).

★Workshop for English teachers - We have bi-monthly workshops forEnglish teachers at Nagoya International Center. Any nationalities
welcome. We also have fun gatherings occasionally. Please check our
website for upcoming events. Let’s get together! Website:
https://etjaichi.wixsite.com/website★Experience Japanese culture by learning Ikebana - Basic lessons
with demonstration in English. 2000 Yen / lesson (flower & room fee).
Arimatsu Community Center (3 mins. from Meitetsu Arimatsu Sta.) 2nd /4th Sat. 10:00 - 12:00. Email: info@ikebanaworkshop.com or call:
080-5448-0015 (Kayoko)★Let's Enjoy Japanese Kimono - Try on a variety of kimonos and learn
about Japanese culture. Every 2nd Sat., 13:00 – 15:00, at Atsuta Shogai
Gakushu Center (a 15 min. walk from Subway Hibino Sta. Exit 1.) 500
Yen with tea. Phone/fax: 052-681-9414 (Yoshida YYclub)★Japanese traditional brush calligraphy - Try Japanese traditionalcalligraphy. Any time from 10:00 to 17:00. Please contact us one dayprior to your visit. 2 hours. Venue 1-minute walk from Kurumamichi Sta.
Ongoing lessons available. Contact: info@houkoan.com; Phone:052-936-0039
Japanese Language Classes
Aichi Nihongo no Kai - Mon. 10:00 - 11:30 at Nagoya Int'lCenter - near Kokusai Center Sta. Exit 2. 2,700 Yen in total for all 9
lessons; handouts extra. Term: 6 Jan. to 16 Mar., 2020. Join any time. Call
090-3852-8479 (Keiko); or e-mail antoon27@yahoo.co.jp (Kumiko)”A-Ka-Sa-Ta-Na” Japanese Conversation Class - Thu. from10:30 to 12:00 at Aichi Int'l Plaza; 2 blocks west of Shiyakusho Sta. Exit
5. Classes 9 Jan. to 12 Mar., 2020. 2,000 Yen for 10 lessons. Join
anytime. Phone: Miki 052-723-7297; Email: akasatanaaloe@gmail.com★Higashi Betsuin Nihongo Kyoushitsu Yoru no Bu - Fri. 19:00-20:30
at Higashi Betsuin Kaikan; 3-min. walk from Higashi Betsuin Sta. Exit 4 on
Meijo line. 4,500 yen for 35 lessons. Join anytime! E-mail:higashibetsuinnihongoyoru@gmail.com Phone: 090-1824-0848★Hills Nihongo de Walk - Japanese lessons available at Yumeria
Tokushige 3F,above Tokushige Sta. on Sakura-dori Line. On Fri. at 18:30
to 20:10. Beginners to Advanced. Join anytime. Contact:
ankumi27@hotmail.com (Kumiko); 050-5585-0621 (Muto).
http://hillsnihongo.wix.com/hills-nihongo-class
Hoshigaoka Nihongo Kyoushitsu - Tue. 10:00-11:30.
Hoshigaoka Community Center 1F (3 min. walk from subway Hoshigaoka
Sta. Exit 4) Current term Sep.10 - Dec.17. 3,000 Yen/term plus textbook
cost. Beginner & Intermediate Class. Inquiries - E-mail:hoshigaoka26kai@gmail.com; Phone: 080-4547−9290; Website:
http://nirokukai.com
Japanese class for beginners - Sat. AM, Nadya Park 6F(Nagoya City Civic Activity Promotion Center), Naka-ku Sakae 3 -18-1,
7-min. walk from Sakae Sta. exit 7 & 8. Beginner - 9:30-11:00, Upper 11:10-12:30. Oct. 5 – Jan. 25. 7,500 Yen / 15 lessons. Phone:
070-1613-1996; Email: jlangue2@gmail.com; Website:
https://jlangue2.wixsite.com/mysite
Iroha Nihongo no Kai - Beginner class Thu. 10:15-11:45 at Nadya
Park 6F (Nagoya-shi Shiminkatsudo Suishin Center) 7-min. walk from
Sakae Sta., 5-min. walk from Yaba-cho Sta. Join anytime. Phone:
090-6595-1578 (Yumi) 090-4265-3033 (Ogata) E-mail:irohanihongonokai@yahoo.co.jp /Website:irohanihongonokai.web.fc2.com
Meeting & Activities
Amnesty International Nagoya Multicultural Group(Provisional) - Meetings are held in principle every 4th Saturday at
Nagoya Civic Activity Promotion Center, 6th floor, Nadya Park, Sakae.
Contact us via e-mail: amnestynagoyamcg@gmail.com or Twitter:@aimcg_nagoya
English Alcoholics Anonymous meeting – Sat. 19:30 & Sun.
19:00 at the Mikokoro Catholic Center. Call 090 9938 0596 if you feel
you have a problem with alcohol.
★Nagakute Meet Up Group - For people around Nagakute (Meito

Family Groups★Chayagasaka Cooperative English Playgroup - for children 0 to 6
with at least one (English speaking) non-Japanese parent. Wednesday
mornings near Chayagasaka Sta.; 500 yen per session. Games, songs,
snacks and crafts. Email: chayagasakaplaygroup@gmail.com Website:
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/chayagasaka_playgroup/★Bilingual Nagoya - English class for bilingual kids. Elementary 1st
grade through junior high. Meets every Sat. morning in Chikusa-ku. Next
step up from the Chayagasaka playgroup. For more information contact:bilingualnagoya@gmail.com★Takaoka English Playgroup - Meets on random Sundays from 9:30 11:30 at Takaoka Children's Center (Jidokan). All foreign & bi-cultural
families, returnees welcome. Games, songs, crafts for children 0 to 6.
300 Yen per family, free the first time. E-mail:takaokaenglishplaygroup@gmail.com
Places of Worship★Anglican / Episcopal Church in Japan - English services every 4th
Sun. 14:30 at Nagoya St. Matthew's Cathedral, a 5-minute walk from
Gokiso Sta., Exit 4 (Tsurumai / Sakuradori Lines) Email:office.chubu@nskk.org; FB: St. Matthew's Cathedral English Service;
Website: nskk.org/chubu/★Faith Charismatic Church - Please come fellowship and worship withus, Faith Charismatic Church, a bible believing Christian Church, every
Sunday at 10:00. Venue: Nagoya City Minami Life Long Learning Center,near Kasadera Sta. Call Pastor Bede 080-6980-6777★Indonesian Catholic Community - Indonesian Catholic Community in
Nagoya hosts Indonesian mass once a month (every 4th Sun.) in
Johokubashi Catholic Church at 12:30, 8 minutes’ walk from Meijo Koen
Sta. Exit 1. For more details please email: katoliknagoya@yahoo.com★Inter-Christian Fellowship Nagoya (Church of the Nazarene) Christian church for Filipinos in Japan. Nagoya-shi Midori-ku Aibarago
2-1809 Mezon SK 101. Contact Jun Ooka, phone: 070-4388-0535★Nagoya Mosque - hosts Muslim Fri. Prayers & is open for five-timeprayers Khutba at 12:30 & Prayer at 12:40. Halal meat & Islamic literature
are also available. Honjin Sta., Exit 3 Call 052-486-2380 Website:
http://nagoyamosque.com★Nagoya Port Mosque – Fri. Prayer Khutba from 12:30. Open for fivetime prayers, every Sat. special speech & dinner after Isha Prayer.
Children’s Arabic lessons Sat. 15-minute walk from Aonami Line Inaei Sta.
Nagoya, Minato-Ku, Zennan-Cho 33-3. Phone: 090-3251-5381★Nagoya Union Church - Join with Christians from many countries forworship & fellowship in English. Bible studies, small groups and Sunday
school also available. Sunday worship at 16:00 at Kinjo church near
Shinsakae and Takaoka stations. Email:sun4pm@nagoyaunionchurch.com Website:
http://www.nagoyaunionchurch.com/★New Testament Grace Church - An interdenominational Bible-based
spirit-filled focus on Jesus' finished work and His Grace, to see people set
free from addiction and find rest. 5 min. from Nagoya Sta. Worship
Service Hour - Sun. 14:00 - 16:00 Friendly atmosphere.
https://www.ntgrace.com/★The IMMANUEL Christian Fellowship - evangelical fellowshipwelcomes Filipinos and English-speaking people. Lively praise & worshipsongs, Tagalog & English sermon and Bible story lessons for Japanese
speaking kids. Worship service 13:00. Contact Pastor Solito at
090-8540-8260 or visit www.icfnagoya.org★The Japan Mosque - We warmly welcome all visitors from any
background who wish to learn about Islam. The doors of our mosque areopen to everyone. Phone: 0120-119-770; Website: www.alislam.jp

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発行所 公益財団法人 名古屋国際センター 〒450‑0001 名古屋市中村区那古野一丁目47‑1