Stichting Japanese Art & Culture Centre of Utrecht

Jul 9, 2021 | JACCU Team, News JACCU

JACCU - Stichting Japanese Art & Culture Centre of Utrecht

We are succeeding!

We are toasting to our foundation, De Stichting Japanese Art & Culture Centre of Utrecht. With firm steps, we are getting closer to our dream. And on this road, we are not alone. After 8 months, JACCU team has 15 dedicated professionals voluntarily carrying the organisation on their shoulders. There are also 12 professional teachers and artists associated with JACCU.

And, thanks to our 45 sponsors and countless anchors, JACCU has completed all necessary registrations to raise a foundation. On the 6th of July 2021, De Stichting Japanese Art & Culture Centre of Utrecht was officially established. Thank you for your invaluable support!

よろしくお願いします!

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Circle Percussion 50th [+1] Anniversary Concerts

Circle Percussion 50th [+1] Anniversary Concerts

02.05.24

Immerse yourself in the captivating rhythms of Japanese taiko drums with Circle Percussion’s 50th Anniversary Concerts!

KUCHIMATSURI – A Festival for Your Mouth

KUCHIMATSURI – A Festival for Your Mouth

15.01.24

JACCU Bunkakai is happy to announce its upcoming event KUCHIMATSURI | 口祭り, a Japanese culinary festival for your mouth on February 17th!

Entaku Meetings #2

20.05.23

JACCU Art Platform is excited for the second Entaku Meeting in June, where we have planned an art tour at the city centre of Utrecht.

Japan Art Expo

Japan Art Expo

24.04.23

JACCU is happy to announce that JAE, the Japan Art Expo, is taking place in Utrecht in June 2023. Read more about our collaboration.

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Did you decide what to buy for your valentine? The

Did you decide what to buy for your valentine? They say the way to one’s heart passes by the stomach.
Have a look at the “Kuchimatsuri | 口祭り” event, and don’t miss the duo ticket discount!

The second phase of the Japanese culinary festival will let you experience the gentle sweetness of Japanese confectionery called wagashi, together with delicious Japanese tea selections.

Wagashi are a very important part of Japanese seasonal celebrations as well as the traditional tea ceremony. And tea is a quintessential part of Japanese culture, not only in formal ceremonies, but also in everyday life and with guests visiting one’s home.

@hirokomatsushita and @tacisersevinc will introduce the special assortment of wagashi selected and prepared just for you. As for the selection of Japanese teas chosen to compliment the confectionaries, Nike Span will teach you about the history and brewing methods of each tea so you can even enjoy them at home!

But that’s not all though, we’ll share more about what’s on the menu at Kuchimatsuri!

Date: 17.02.2024, Saturday
Time: 14:00 - 17:00
Location: Buurthuis in de 3 Krone, Oudegracht 227, 3511 NJ Utrecht
Capacity: 25 seats

Single ticket €69
Duo ticket €99
Including a gift bag!

Check out our website for more info and to purchase your tickets! Link in bio!

Images:
Matcha chocolate - @justonecookbook
Daifuku - @japanesecooking101
Odango - @chopstickchronicles
Tea pots - @my_japanese_home

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Springtime is almost upon us! Take the opportunity

Springtime is almost upon us! Take the opportunity to let your creativity bloom in this time of renewal with the serene art of ikebana!

Practiced in Japan for centuries, the traditional art of flower arrangement will keep you inspired and connected to the beauty of nature.

Starting in March, join us for a series of five fascinating workshops led by experienced ikebana instructor Greet Snoodijk. Together you will not only learn the basics of flower arrangement but also delve into the philosophies and practices of the Sōgetsu school of ikebana.
@sogetsubranchnederland

Reservations are still open for this wonderful ikebana workshop programme! Join us for just one session, or follow the entire programme (for a 10% discount!). You won’t regret exploring your creativity with the timeless art of ikebana!

Click the link in bio to learn more and sign up!

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Let’s take a look at what’s on the menu for ou

Let’s take a look at what’s on the menu for our upcoming Japanese culinary festival "Kuchimatsuri | 口祭り”!

The first menu phase includes Japanese pickles, or tsukemono 漬物, which are an essential part of Japanese traditional cuisine. Pickling using salt, soy sauce, vinegar or other seasonings is a long-standing tradition which is known to not only preserve but enhance the natural flavors of many vegetables such as carrots, cucumbers, eggplants and more!

At the Kuchimatsuri event, you will learn how make your own tsukemono guided by experienced Japanese cook Shizuka Murase! Stay tuned for more details on the event menu!

Date: 17.02.2024, Saturday
Time: 14:00 - 17:00
Location: Buurthuis in de 3 Krone, Oudegracht 227, 3511 NJ Utrecht
Capacity: 25 seats

Single ticket €69
Duo ticket €99
Including a gift bag!

Visit our website to learn more and purchase your tickets. Link in bio!

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We would like to invite you to an exciting upcomin

We would like to invite you to an exciting upcoming event, "Kuchimatsuri | 口祭り” hosted by the JACCU Bunkakai Team!

Treat your tastebuds to the elegant and authentic flavours of Japanese cuisine. “Kuchimatsuri” has the perfect setting to explore the various aspects of Japanese culinary elegance. You will experience a cosy and insightful experience from the heart of Japanese culinary traditions. The Bunkakai Team will prepare everything for your pleasure, and serve with omotenashi [お持て成し], classic Japanese hospitality.

Join us on a Saturday afternoon, at the lovely Oudegracht in Utrecht, for a delightful Japanese culinary exploration. The space is limited, so be sure to book your ticket in advance. Share the joy of “Kuchimatsuri” with a loved one, and you’ll receive a big discount!

Date: 17.02.2024, Saturday
Time: 14:00 - 17:00
Location: Buurthuis in de 3 Krone, Oudegracht 227, 3511 NJ Utrecht
Capacity: 25 seats

Single ticket €69
Duo ticket €99
Including a gift bag!

Visit our website to purchase your tickets. Link in bio!

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Learning a new language is one of the most common

Learning a new language is one of the most common new year’s resolutions, have you made progress so far? It’s not too late to start!

Learning Japanese, especially as a beginner, can seem daunting. But with a good teacher and a welcoming space to practice, you can definitely reach your goal!

JACCU is working with wonderful Japanese language teachers to offer you a variety of courses for every speaker level. Not sure at which level you should start your lessons? You can join us for a free intake meeting!

Don’t worry about missing the first lesson, because these Japanese courses are on-demand. This means that the study programme will only move forward depending on interest, so if you’re thinking of starting the journey of learning Japanese, go for it!

Check out our website for information on all the Japanese language courses we offer. Nike-sensei and Yoshi-sensei will guide you in group or private sessions, beginner or advanced, or even Survival Japanese to prepare you for your trip to Japan!

Click the link in bio to sign up and learn more!

Photo of Fushimi Inari by Niek Span

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Did you miss Lanka’s shodō course in January? N

Did you miss Lanka’s shodō course in January? No worries, you can still sign up for February!

Japanese calligraphy artist Lanka Abe’s fascinating shodō course will teach you how to write the names of seasons using traditional techniques and tools. These special shodō courses, in line with the Japanese lunisolar seasons, take place twice a month. The next sessions are on the 1st and 10th February!

There are 24 seasons in the traditional Japanese lunisolar calendar. Each “micro-season” lasts a few weeks and each has its own characteristics and name in Japanese. First two images are two characters Lanka wrote in January, shared at @lanka_jp_calligraphy :

The first image shows 小寒 shokan which is the name for the winter period starting on the 6th of January where cold temperature begins to get stronger and ice covering rivers and ponds becomes thicker.

The second image shows the next season, 大寒 daikan, which starts on 20 January until 3 February. This is the coldest period of the year!

Would you like to learn about these seasons and how to write them in beautiful Japanese calligraphy? Learn more by following the link in bio!

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Planning to visit Japan in the new year? Be prepar

Planning to visit Japan in the new year? Be prepared with key Japanese phrases and tips from a native Japanese teacher!

We're excited to offer a new Japanese language course specially designed for those who will visit Japan and wish to learn basic useful phrases, how to make short conversation, or want to learn how to navigate various situations in Japan!

Survival Japanese is a 12-lesson package, and you can request a free intake meeting before starting the course.

Click the link in bio for more details on how to sign up and information on our other Japanese language courses!

Photo credits:
Shibuya Tokyo by Abdulla Binmassam
Yoshi Noda by @tacisersevinc

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Catch a fascinating exhibition, featuring work fro

Catch a fascinating exhibition, featuring work from three different artists, Maan Limburg, Miyuki Okuyama, and Nishiko, presented together in Utrecht: Tales of Absence. This thoughtful exhibition explores three narratives revolving around the Japanese countryside.

@miyuki_okuyama_photography shares a poetic view of her home region of northeast Japan, with photos taken from her 400km walk across a historical route in “Michinoku Homeward: Walking toward Northeast”.

@maanlimburg ’s photographs of abandoned locations in the Japanese countryside tell a story of the absence of people, and brings up questions of worth, the beauty of emptiness and socio-economic problems, all from the perspective of an outsider in “The Lost World”.

The work of @nishiko.nl focuses on the aftermath of the 2011 Tohoku earthquake and tsunami which caused the Fukushima nuclear disaster. Nishiko’s original goal was to collect and repair objects which were destroyed. The project has since expanded and is now presented to Dutch audiences as a way to harness a connection between those affected by the disaster and those who support them from afar.

The Tales of Absence exhibition is open from 11:30 to 17:30 Fri - Sun, until 15 October at @het_refectiehuis

You don’t want to miss this insightful collection of works from three great artists!

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Come and experience the Japanese taiko drums in a

Come and experience the Japanese taiko drums in a morning of sweat, smiles, and powerful sound at House of Circles in Ijsselstein!
Our friends @taikoschoolhouseofcircles have a new taiko drumming class to offer, TAIKO+, and it may be just the right one for you!

Are you experienced but can’t quite commit to a schedule of regular taiko classes? Or maybe you’re looking for a chance to try out taiko as a beginner? The TAIKO+ program offers you the chance to join a taiko class bi-monthly, and the first class is on 23 September from 10:00 to 13:00.

Click the link in bio to check the TAIKO+ schedule and sign up! Each class is €49 per person.

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Don’t miss out on another beautiful new Japanese

Don’t miss out on another beautiful new Japanese film showing at the @slachtstraatfilmtheater in Utrecht!

From director Genki Kawamura, A Hundred Flowers tells the emotional story of a young man coming to terms with his mother’s deteriorating mental health.

Izumi struggles with the idea of losing his mother Yuriko to dementia, just as he starts to learn about her past and who she really was.

A Hundred Flowers is presented in Japanese with Dutch subtitles. Check out the link in bio for more info!

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What are your weekend plans? How about catching on

What are your weekend plans? How about catching one of the latest Japanese films, showing at the @louishartlooper in Utrecht?

Slow But Steady is based on the inspiring true story of Keiko Ogasawara, the first Japanese professional female boxer with a hearing impairment, from director Sho Miyake.

The film follows Keiko as she works tirelessly to achieve her dream of becoming a professional boxer. Through many struggles, like the pandemic, and her coach’s failing health, Keiko must learn to define herself and find the inner (and outer) strength to succeed.

Get your tickets at the link in bio! The film is presented in Japanese with Dutch subtitles.

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Have you had a good Tanabata? The 7th day of the

Have you had a good Tanabata?

The 7th day of the 7th month, today, Japanese people celebrate 七夕 Tanabata, or the star festival. The main way to celebrate is by writing down a wish, tanzaku, and hanging it in a bamboo tree 🎋 to send it out into the world. Some people even write the wish as poetry! Oftentimes the wishes are burnt or set afloat on water after the day is done, to really send the wishes on. On Tanabata there are big festivals throughout Japan, though they also take place up until the 7th of August, which is when the Lunar calendar says it’s Tanabata. So if you’re going to Japan in the coming month, maybe you will have the opportunity to participate!

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Yutaro Ogida is rocking in the Netherlands again!

Yutaro Ogida is rocking in the Netherlands again!

Singer-songwriter from Saitama, Japan, @yutaro69 is currently on tour in the Netherlands! It’s his second solo tour outside of Japan, and you may have already seen him at famous venues like ‘t Oude Pothuys in Utrecht!

You may remember Yutaro’s performance at our Gokan 五感 - Explore your five senses - event last year!

Yutaro will continue the tour with more shows in Utrecht, like a performance at Struinen in de Tuinen tomorrow and at the Beatlesmuseum in Alkmaar on Thursday! After the Netherlands, he will make a stop in London, where he spent his younger days and meet his old schoolmates after 30 years!

Time for some rock and roll!

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Our last, but certainly not least, visit during th

Our last, but certainly not least, visit during the second Entaku meeting was Centraal Museum Utrecht!

During this visit, we were able to catch the last day of the exhibition “Bentvueghels”. In this exhibition, we traveled back to the 17th century and learned about a group of artists from the Netherlands who gathered in Rome. It was a great reflection on the relationships between artists, their craft, the place they come from, and the place where they are in the moment! Something we at JACCU are always thinking about.

Many thanks to @centraalmuseum for having us!

After the museum visit, we ended the day with a delicious meal at @don_kounosuke ! ありがとうございました！

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The next visit we made during the second Entaku me

The next visit we made during the second Entaku meeting this month was IMPAKT!

At IMPAKT [Centre for Media Culture], we met with the curator and assistant curator to learn about the organisation. We also met with artist in residence Dasha Ilina (RU), whose current work is focusing on how we deal with technology in our daily lives!

It was great to get in touch with so much innovative audio-visual art at @impakt.nl thank you for having us!

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During the Entaku meeting earlier this month, the

During the Entaku meeting earlier this month, the third and fourth visits were a 2-for-1! Casco Art Institute and Fotodok, who share the same building and beautiful courtyard with a 200+ year old plane tree!

We received great inspiration from the documentary photography at Fotodok! In Casco, we were honored to learn about the organization, and its latest initiative the “Unlearning Center” from the curator, curatorial fellow, and producer! And their latest exhibition, “Nina Bell F. House Museum” is one you cannot miss!

Thank you very much to @whereiscasco and @fotodok.nl !

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In need of some Japanese conversation practice? J

In need of some Japanese conversation practice?

Join us this Sunday for the next Omoshiro Nihongo Salon meet-up in the centre of Utrecht! All levels of Japanese speaking skills are welcome, from beginners to native level!

Click the link in bio to sign up for the ONS meet-up and you will receive the exact location by email.

No time this week? Register for the Omoshiro Nihongo Salon newsletter to stay up to date on the meet-up schedule!

See you Sunday!

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Looking back on the second Entaku Meeting, the nex

Looking back on the second Entaku Meeting, the next stop we made was at Galerie Sanaa!

We got to see a great exhibition, “The Invisibility of Colour’’, by Dutch artist Harm van den Berg as well as an abstract electronic music performance in collaboration with Japanese artist Junko Murakawa.

It was a wonderful time at @galeriesanaa thank you so much for having us!

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