News
Daikons in the Rough: Making Friends in Japan
Anthony Palmer reflects on the ups and downs of trying to make freinds in a foreign culture. Check it out in our Writer's section!
On Stereotypes and Trust
Anthony Palmer takes a look at stereotypes in Japan on both sides of the looking glass. Read about his thoughts on the subject in our Writer's section!
Need to promote an event?
Looking for some more exposure for your cultural event? You can now submit your event for listing on our events page!
Calling all writers!
Got something to say? JAFA wants to hear from you! We're looking for articles on promoting cross-cultural communication for publication on JAFA. See our submissions page for details!
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Kansai & Kanto Events
For anyone living in the Kanto or Kansai areas, check out our News & Events page for a listing of some upcoming activities, parties and events.
JAFA News
JAFA has relaunched its activities in Osaka and Tokyo from July 2004. With In the Business of Culture and Knowledge as the new theme for its activities, JAFA is positioning itself to support a diverse range of business, cultural and educational activities.
JAFA event promotion
Do you have an event which you'd like promoted on the JAFA website? JAFA members are invited to submit their events for inclusion on our event listings. Please fill out this form, with a complete description of your event. Please keep in mind that we are interested in cultural and multicultural events around Japan, and we reserve the right to edit the text to ensure a consistant level of quality.
If you're not a JAFA member, why not fill out our free sign-up form?
Event Information
Information is provided here as a public service. Events are not necessarily sponsored by JAFA.
Kanto events
Tokyo International Friendship Party
(Feb. 25 party will be at a new location and we'll be back at Nishi Shinjuku in March* Tokyo International Friendship Party on Feb. 25 (Sat.) from 6:30 to 9:30 at Location TBA (to be announced). Nonstop ice cold beer, wine, cocktails, soft drinks, roasted beef and pork, veggies, cheeses, breads from Paul Bocuse bakery, + very large party cake from Kyle's Good Finds Bakery. A great place for Japanese and foreigners to meet. Tokyo's largest and best international party bar none! ¥3,000 with e-mail reservation by noon on Saturday, ¥3,500 going directly without reservation.
For further details, maps, etc. for these events, please see www.kokusaika.org, and please forward this mail message to any friends who might be interested in attending.
Kansai events
Century Club Osaka
Breakfast Meeting Plan
Looking for a room to hold your breakfast meeting? The Century Club Osaka
has all the amenities such as a white board, screen, microphone, etc., to
serve you. Compliment your next breakfast meeting with a breakfast second
to none!
Details:
Breakfast includes: Juice, eggs, bacon, sausage, salami, cheese, salad,
fresh fruit, bread and coffee or tea
Price: 3,000 yen per person
Special Ladies Luncheon
Hey ladies! Enjoy this special lunch in a relaxing atmosphere with your
friends and/or business associates in the Western Dining Room at the Century
Club Osaka. Our Executive Chef Brambilla and staff are looking forward to
personally welcoming you to our club.
Details: Lunch includes: An appetizer, soup, main dish, dessert, coffee or tea, and a glass of wine or soft drink Price: 3,700 yen per person
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