Studio Mai 2Oth Anniversary Performance
Sep
7
1:40 PM13:40

Studio Mai 2Oth Anniversary Performance

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Greetings and Remarks by Ohgi Umetsuzu—Master Dancer of the Ohgi School, Founder of Studio Mai, and Founder of Suzu Kimono Salon:

“I founded Studio Mai in 2005 to perform and showcase Japanese traditional dance. After moving to the USA, I had my share of struggles and doubts as to how to best pass on this traditional culture entrusted to me by my teacher. Looking back now, I can say I’ve come a long way.

I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to our valued audience members and the deep joy I feel in being able to stand on stage with my students to celebrate Studio Mai’s 20th Anniversary. We are so fortunate to have your support.”

Program Outline:

Part 1

Japanese Dance

              Nagauta Miyako Fūryū (Urban Style)

              Nagauta Genroku Hanami Odori (Genroku Flower Viewing Dance)

              Nagauta Hana no Tomo (Flower Friend)

              Nagauta Fuji-musume (Wisteria Girl)

              Nagauta Shinkyoku Urashima (The New Musical Drama: Urashima)

Part 2

Kimono Demonstration and Show

              Obi Tying

              Kimono Runway Show

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Apr
29
11:50 AM11:50

Cupertino Cherry Blossom Festival, Quinlan Community Center

Cupertino-Toyokawa Sister Cities, Inc. is proud to present the 35th annual Cherry Blossom Festival on Saturday and Sunday, April 28 and 29, 2018 at Cupertino’s Memorial Park, the Quinlan Center and the Senior Center. This fun family festival honors Cupertino’s sister city relationship with Toyokawa, Japan by sharing Japanese arts & culture with the entire community.  Hours are from 10 AM to 5 PM, admission is FREE, entertainment is FREE, and parking is FREE at De Anza College (Lots A&B).

Indoor cultural exhibits and demonstrations take place throughout the day in the Quinlan Community Center, featuring music and dance performances and cultural displays, demonstrations, workshops, and hands-on activities presented by professionals, non-profits, and special interest groups.

Outdoor entertainment is held at the Amphitheater and includes Taiko drum groups, Japanese dancers, various martial arts, and musical performances throughout the day.  VIP festival guests, local government, school board members, and students selected for the annual cultural exchange program will be introduced at noon on Saturday. Throughout the lawn areas will be arts and crafts exhibits and special interest groups such as Japanese dog and koi fish clubs.  Children’s activities feature hands-on arts & crafts and a petting zoo.   Local high school service groups will lead games/crafts.

Japanese cultural arts and crafts vendors, a gallery of Toyokawa student artwork, and a pictorial timeline of Cupertino’s sister city relationship with Toyokawa will be grouped at the “Japanese Artisan Pavilion” located at the Cupertino Senior Center and patio.

Food and drink include sushi, spam musubi, gyoza, asian chicken salad, yakisoba, mochi, teriyaki chicken skewers, hot rice, shave ice, fruit bowls, kettle corn, cotton candy, coffee, smoothies, beer, sake, plum wine, sodas and lemonade.

For more information about this event visit

www.cupertinotoyokawa.org.or www.cupertinocherryblossomfestival.org

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Apr
27
4:30 PM16:30

Hakone Garden Spring Performance

Don't miss this very special event! A very rare opportunity to see the Headmaster of the Oghi School and Umetsuzu accommpanied by professional shamisen musicians. The traditional art of Japanese dancing (Nihon Buyo) will be performed in the serene setting of Hakone Gardens. Become immersed the music and rhythms of traditional Japanese music and transport yourself to the beautiful tea gardens of Japan.

 

 

 

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