UCLA Center for East Asian Studies
August 2001
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Los Angeles County Museum of Art Tours
8/24 3 pm Arts of Japan
8/25 2 pm China's Splendid Dynasties
8/27 2 pm China's Splendid Dynasties
8/31 3 pm Japanese Ceramics5905 Wilshire Boulevard Los Angeles, California 90036
(323)857-6000
Through September 2, 2001
"Paintings, Prints and Drawings by Hokusai"
Pacific Asia Museum
46 N. Los Robles Ave., Pasadena, California
(626) 449-2742, ext. x19Ukiyo-e (pictures of the floating world) and other works from Katsushika Hokusai (1760-1849), one of Edo Japan's most distinguished artists, are on display.
Open 10 am - 5pm on Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays and 10 am - 8 pm on Thursdays.
Admission: $5, seniors $3, students $3, children, free.
Through September 30, 2001
"The Nature of the Beast: Portrayals of Animals in Japanese Paintings"
Pacific Asia Museum
46 N. Los Robles Ave., Pasadena, California
(626) 449-2742, ext. x19In forty paintings, visitors can see different Japanese approaches to depicting animals. Among the artists being exhibited are Katsushika Hokusai, Mori Sosen, Ito Jakuchu, and Minol Araki. The exhibit has three parts: "Drawing From Tradition: Capturing the Ideal"; Capturing the Form: Drawing From Reality"; and "Capturing the Essence: Drawing From the Imagination."
For information on hours and admission prices, please see the above announcement.
August 28 Through September 7, 2001
Creation of the Sand Mandala portion of the Shi-tro Mandala
10 am - 4 pm
San Diego Museum of Art
1450 El Prado, Balboa Park, San Diego, California
(619) 232-7931The three-dimensional Buddhist mandala of Universal Peace measures 8 feet square and 10 feet high and represents a palace or residence for 100 deities, Shi-tro meaning 100 Buddha families.
The public is also invited to witness the monks' daily progress in the creation of the sand mandala. Each day Nepalese monks will work diligently to compose grain-by-grain the elaborate and colorful temporary mandala. During these dates, admission will be only 75 cents in celebration of the Museum's 75th anniversary.
August 26 through November 11, 2001
The Shi-tro Mandala at the San Diego Museum of Art
San Diego Museum of Art
1450 El Prado, Balboa Park, San Diego, California
(619) 232-7931The three-dimensional Buddhist mandala of Universal Peace measures 8 feet square and 10 feet high and represents a palace or residence for 100 deities, Shi-tro meaning 100 Buddha families. As described above, a sand mandala will also be created. This is the first time ever that a mandala in both its three- and two- dimensional forms have been on view simultaneously in the U.S. The mandala can be seen in the museum's Asian court.
Between August 28 and September 7, admission is just 75 cents. Ordinarily admission is: Adults $8 Seniors (65+) $6 Young Adults (18-24) $6 College Students (w/I.D.) $6 Military (w/I.D.) $6 Children (6-17) $3 Children Ages 5 and Under Free.
Lectures, conferences, and performances
July 28 - August 9, 2001
Asian Studies Summer Seminar for Teachers
6275 Bunche Hall, UCLA
High school teachers will join area specialists in investigating modern Asian history and in improving their ability to employ new technologies to bring Asia to their students. Go to http://www.isop.ucla.edu/eas/sum-inst/institut.htm to learn more about the seminar. Advance enrollment is required. Participating teachers who satisfactorily complete the seminar and its related assignments are eligible to receive 4 LAUSD salary points or 4 UCLA Extension credits. This is part of the UCLA International Studies and Overseas Programs outreach program and is organized by the UCLA Center for East Asian Studies and the UCLA Center for Southeast Asian Studies.
August 5, 2001
Taiko Drumming and More Family Festival at the San Diego Museum of Art
Festival: 12 noon to 4 p.m.; drumming at 3 p.m.
Free Admission
San Diego Museum of Art
1450 El Prado,
Balboa Park,
San Diego, California
(619) 232-7931Part of trio of "High Societies" exhibits currently running through August 12 at the San Diego Museum of Art. One of the exhibits is "Japanese Woodblock Prints and the Floating World of Edo." Information about the exhibit is available at http://www.sdmart.org/exhibition-high-edo.html.
August 5, 2001
Japanese American National Museum: 3rd Annual Courtyard Kids Festival
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Japanese American National Museum
369 East First Street, Los Angeles, California 90012
(213) 625-0414A a special fun-filled day of family activities celebrating our Courtyard Kids. Everyone is invited to discover the legacy of our great stories exploring the exciting exhibitions in the National Museum galleries. Family storytelling, vibrant performances, and art workshops will entertain all. Plus: special goodies for all Courtyard Kids in attendance!
Afterwards, find a comfortable spot and enjoy the 61st Annual Nisei Week Grand Parade beginning at 4:00 pm. For more information about honoring someone in the Children's Courtyard call 213.830.5658. Sponsored in part by American Airlines.
August 4-12, 2001
61st Annual Nisei Week Festival
Most of these exhibitions and events are to be held at:
Japanese American National Museum
369 E. First Street, Los AngelesJapanese American Cultural and Community Center/Japan American Theater
244 S. San Pedro Street, Los AngelesHigashi Honganji Temple
505 E. Third Street, Los AngelesUnion Center for the Arts/East West Players
120 N. Judge John Aiso Street, Los AngelesClick here for a map of Nisei Week Festival locations.
August 4-5 Entertainment
Japanese Village Plaza Stage Sunday, Aug 5 12 noon One-Man-Band Mr. Arthur Nakane 1 pm Kokushin Karate Group 2 pm Karate David Torris and Georgia Lituak 3 pm Band Chris Ho
Saturday, Aug 11 12 noon Taiko Kodama 1 pm Taiko Chikara 2 pm Odori Hanayagi Rokumine 3 pm Band Chris Ho 4 pm Band Ted Tanoura
Sunday, Aug 12 12 noon Taiko 1 pm One-Man-Band Mr. Arthur Nakane 2 pm Karate Kokushin 3 pm Band Chris Ho 4 pm Band Lowell Edwards * Tofu Festival Main Stage
Saturday, Aug. 4 11:30 am Kodama Taiko 12 noon Jung Im Lee Korean Dance Academy 1 pm Taiko Center of Los Angeles 2 pm Anika Paris 3 pm Mugen Daiko, w/appearance by Rainbow Taiko 4 pm Halau Hula o Napulani 5 pm Joel Minamide Jazz Band
Sunday, Aug. 5 11 am Scott Nagatani's Children's Choir 11:30 am Chikara Daiko 12 noon Children's Dance Group 1 pm Adam Ho 2 pm Tofu Eating Contest 3 pm Circle the Cat
Other Events
L.A. Tofu Festival Saturday, Aug. 4 11:00 am - 6:00 pm Parking Lot San Pedro between 2nd and 3rd streets
Sunday, Aug. 5 11:00 am - 4:00 pmExhibitions
Bridging Time
LA Artcore Center, Union Center for the Arts
Photography and change in the use of photography throughout the decades. Aug. 1-30 Wed-Sun 12-5 pmAnnual CA Japanese Ceramic Arts Guild Exhibition
California Japanese Ceramic Arts Guild member's annual ceramic exhibition and sale.
JACCC, Doizaki Gallery
Aug. 4-12 10 am-5 pmIkebana
Nanka Ikebana Kyojukai
Traditional Japanese flower arrangement.
JACCC, Doizaki Gallery
Aug. 4-5 10 am-5 pm
Japanese Sword and Fittings Exhibition
Nihon Token Hozonkai (U.S. Pacific Branch)
Display of Japanese swords and sword mounting (tsuba)
JACCC, 2nd Fl
Aug. 4-5 11 am-5 pm
Karasumaru Noh Mask Art Club
Exhibition of traditional Noh Masks and costumes. Demonstration of Noh Mask production.
JACCC, 2nd Fl
Aug. 4-5 10 am-5 pmPhotographic Exhibition
Los Angeles Japanese American Photographic Federation
Display of member's photographs, including affiliated clubs in Nagoya and San Francisco.
Higashi Hongwanji Temple, Social Hall
Aug. 4 10 am-6 pm
Aug. 5 10 am-5 pmTea Ceremony Demonstration
Chapo Urasenke, LA Chapter
Ongoing demonstration of Urasenke style Tea Ceremony.
JACCC, Cultural Room 5th Fl
Aug. 4-5 11 am-5 pm
Yukari Kai Kimekomi Doll
Kyuka Kanesaka
Kimekomi dolls reflects 250 years of Japanese culture. All of the dolls are handmade using materials imported from Japan.
JACCC, 2nd Fl.
Aug. 4-5 11 am - 4 pmNeon Sculpture
Lili Lakich Studio
The Neon Art Sculpture Exhibition that caused a sensation in Toyko.
Lili Lakich Studio, Downtown Arts District
704 Traction Ave
Aug. 4 and 11 10 am-6 pm Aug. 5 and 12 10 am-4 pm
by appointment, (213) 620-8641Kawai Sumi-e
Miyoko Moriki
Japanese brush painting.
JACCC, Room 302 and 2nd Fl
Aug. 5, 11-12 10 am-5 pm
Sashiko Class
Demonstration and lessons on the art of Sashiko, Japanese needle craft.
JACCC, B-4
Aug. 5 10 am - 4 pmBeikoku Sho-Do Ken Kyu Kai Yakin-Ten Calligraphy
The only selected artworks among the Board members of the Ken Kyu Kai will be on display.
JACCC, Cultural Room 5th Fl
Aug. 10-12 10 am- 5 pmAmimono Class
Yaeko Masato
Sweaters, cardigans, etc. on exhibit and items available for purchase.
JACCC, B-4
Aug. 11-12 10 am-4 pm
Bonsai and Gem - Jewelry Show
Taisho Club
Exhibition of Bonsai plants. Exhibition of large pieces of fossils and minerals.
Higashi Hongwanji Temple, Basement
Aug. 11-12 10 am-4 pmJapanese Calligraphy Exhibition
Nisei Week Japan-America Joint Calligraphy Exhibition
Go Do Sho-Do Ten
Exhibition and demonstration on the art of Japanese calligraphy. Presented by Rev. Kanshu Ikuta, Chairman and Madame Hiroko Ikuta, President, Beikoku Shodo Kenyukai and Madame Junko Okinaka, Director, Kyoiku Shodo Nihon Shuji
Union Church of Los Angeles
Aug. 11-12 10 am-5 pm
Kamon, Japanese Family Crests and Myoji Japanese Surnames
J.A. Kamon Kenkyu-Kai
An exhibition of charts, diagrams and artwork pertaining to Kamon, Japanese family crests, Myoji, Japanese surnames and Chimei, Japanese place names.
Higashi Honganji, Room 5
Aug. 11-12 10 am-5 pmKimekomi Doll Hirofumi Kai
Hiroko Uyesugi
Exhibition of Japanese dolls.
JACCC, #203
Aug. 11-12 10 am-5 pm
Nanpu Kai Bonsai
A study group of John Naka's students exhibiting some of the best Bonsai in southern California.
JACCC, Doizaki Gallery
Aug. 11-12 10 am-5 pm
Pictures Exhibition
Nippon Magnetics USA, Inc.
Mr. Hirashi Ikezawa, a painter who lives in Japan, will be exhibiting his pictures of a variety of scenery in Japan.
JACCC, 2nd Fl
Aug. 11-12 10 am-5 pm
Textile Dyeing, Bingata, Kata Zome
Akane-Kai
Bingata, Kata-zome is a traditional Japanese method of dyeing fabric using a resist paste and stencil.
JACCC, Doizaki Gallery
Aug. 11-12 10 am-5 pmWood Carving Exhibition and Lyra Nature's Music
Yo Takimoto
Wood carving exhibit by Japanese and American students of Yo Takimoto. Along with a wood carving demonstration with Lyra nature's music.
JACCC, 2nd Fl
Aug. 11-12 11 am-5 pm
Dojo Open House
With Japanese antiques sale and modern ceramics by local artist.
Aikido Center of Los Angeles
940 East Second St #7
Kensho Furuya
213-687-3673
www.aikidocenterla.com
Aug. 12 1 pm-4 pm
Shigin
Southern California Shigin Federation
Nanka Shigin Renmei
Japanese and Chinese poetry singing.
Japanese Catholic Center
222 S. Hewitt St
Aug. 12 1:30 pm-4:30 pmTea Ceremony
Ogasawara - ryu Sencha-do
Tea is prepared using fine green tea leaves and served to guests in small individual cups.
JANM - Pavilion, Terasaki Garden Cafe
Aug. 12 12 noon-2 pm
August 11, 2001
Japanese American National Museum Craft Class with Ryoko Shibata
1 pm
Japanese American National Museum
369 East First Street, Los Angeles, California 90012
(213) 625-0414Pop-Up Cards
August 11, 2001
Art Talk with Emily Anderson and Flora Ito
Sugimoto Exhibition Art Talk1:30 pm
Japanese American National Museum
369 East First Street, Los Angeles, California 90012
(213) 625-0414Emily Anderson, curatorial associate at the National Museum will discuss works on loan from Wakayama City, Sugimoto's birth place. A hands-on workshop conducted by artist Flora Ito will follow the discussion.
August 25, 2001
Little Tokyo Walking Tour
Historic Tour Series10 am - noon
Japanese American National Museum
369 East First Street, Los Angeles, California 90012
(213) 625-0414The Little Tokyo community in Los Angeles was once the residential, business, and cultural center of the largest Japanese American community in the United States until World War II. Join National Museum docents, Bill Shishima, Harold Keimi, Eddy Kurushima, Masao Matsumoto, and Hitoshi Sameshima on this historical walking tour. Relive history and learn about present day Little Tokyo. Comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended. Members $5, non-members $11, includes National Museum admission.
August 25, 2001
Japanese American National Museum Craft Class with Ryoko Shibata
1 pm
Japanese American National Museum
369 East First Street, Los Angeles, California 90012
(213) 625-0414Mizuhiki (ceremonial paper cords for tying and decorating gifts)
August 26, 2001
Ceremonial Opening and Consecration of the Shi-tro Mandala
3 pm
San Diego Museum of Art
1450 El Prado, Balboa Park, San Diego, California
(619) 232-7931The three-dimensional Buddhist mandala of Universal Peace measures 8 feet square and 10 feet high and represents a palace or residence for 100 deities, Shi-tro meaning 100 Buddha families.
Lama Nubpa Chodak Gyatso, representative of the Nyingma order of Tibetan Buddhism, and three lamas from the Tupten Choling Monastery in Nepal will be on hand to consecrate the mandala. They will also bless the undertaking of a two-dimensional sand mandala which the lamas will create alongside the three-dimensional mandala. This touring program marks the first time ever that a mandala in both its three- and two- dimensional forms have been on view simultaneously in the U.S.
Admission to this event is included in the general museum admission price: Adults $8 Seniors (65+) $6 Young Adults (18-24) $6 College Students (w/I.D.) $6 Military (w/I.D.) $6 Children (6-17) $3 Children Ages 5 and Under Free.
Click here for more on the mandala and the creation of the sand mandala.
August 28, 2001
Strategic Partners or Competitors? The View From Beijing
His Excellency Yang Jiechi
Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to the United States12 - 2 pm
Millennium Biltmore Hotel, Los Angeles
(213) 624-0945This luncheon address is sponsored by the Asia Society Southern California Center, the Los Angeles -- Guangzhou Sister City Association, and the Los Angeles World Affairs Council.
August 31, 2001
Poetry Reading: U Sam Oeur
7 pm
United Cambodian Community, Inc.
Arts of Apsara Performing Arts & Cultural Center
2338 E. Anaheim Street, Suite 105 (between Raymond and Junipero), Long Beach, California 90804
(562) 438-3932
Acclaimed Cambodian poet U Sam Oeur will be reading in English and Khmer
from his book Sacred Vows (Coffee House Press). U Sam Oeur earned an MFA in the University of Iowa writer's program in 1968. After the Khmer Rouge came to power in 1975, U Sam Oeur and his family were sent to a concentration camp. They endured four years in six such camps. His poetry looks at this terror, but also at the enduring beauty present in Cambodian culture. Admission to the reading is free. For more information, please contact Sophiline at (562) 433-2490.
Where to send announcements:
Please send announcements of East Asia-related events, performances, and exhibitions to
Clayton
Dube
UCLA Center for East Asian Studies
11266 Bunche Hall, UCLA
Los Angeles, California 90095-1487
email: <cdube@isop.ucla.edu>
fax: (310) 206-3555
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