Chicago JETAA

The 2010 Chicago JETAA White Day Yakiniku Dinner!

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There’s a very special holiday coming up, and JETAA would like to celebrate it with you.

St. Patrick’s Day? No, why White Day of course!

One month after Valentines’ Day, March 14th, is the day in Japan for men to give gifts (typically white chocolate or marshmallows) to their counterparts to show appreciation for the Valentine’s Day gifts given that year.

Come celebrate White Day at San Soo Gab San, a delicious Korean-style yakiniku restaurant in Lincoln Square. No sweets are required, just healthy appetites.

Time: 6:00 PM, Sunday, March 14th 2010

Place: San Soo Gab San
5251 N Western Ave
(between Farragut Ave & Berwyn Ave)
Chicago, IL 60625
Tel: (773) 334-1589

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PLEASE RSVP BY FRIDAY, MARCH 12th
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The food items will be subsidized for all JETAA members. Also, please state how many guests are accompanying you.

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Please RSVP to this Evite, Facebook Event, or email Parry Koriath at pkoriath@gmail.com, or call Parry at (765)749-7694.

Directions:
One can easily arrive at San Soo Gab San by either the Western or Foster CTA Buses.

To arrive by CTA Red Line, please stop at Berwyn and take the 92 bus going East (It will curve around immediately).

To arrive by CTA brown line, please stop at Western and take the 49B or 49 bus going north.

Thank you very much!

We look forward to seeing you there. Happy White Day everyone!

–Chicago JETAA

JETAA Chicago SKI TRIP – February 20-21st

admin — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 01:05:56 +0000

Come and enjoy the winter weather with JETAA. We’re planning a ski trip
at Devil’s Head for February 20-21st. If you are interested, please
contact Parry Koriath at pkoriath@gmail.com.

Dont Forget! CHICAGO JETAA 2010 SHINNENKAI – January 30th

admin — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 04:24:04 +0000

On Saturday, January 30th, please join the Chicago’s JET Program Alumni
Association (JETAA) for its 7th Annual Shinnenkai. This celebration of
Japanese culture will be held the Unitrin Building, (1 E Wacker Drive,
Chicago, IL), from 6 pm – 8 pm. The 2010 shinenkai will feature
Japanese food & drinks, games & contests, Japanese music, traditional
gyotaku fish painting, a Wii tournament and more! It promises to be a
great opportunity to meet others who share an interest in Japan.

Tickets are $20 for adults and $5 for children 13 & under. All proceeds
will be donated to the Greater Chicago Food Depository. Bring a
non-perishable food item (no glass containers) and receive a $5 discount
off the adult ticket price.

JAPAN AMERICA SOCIETY OF CHICAGO’S SUBURBAN MEISHI (BUSINESS CARD) EXCHANGE

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Join Chicago’s finest professionals for the Japan America Society of Chicago’s Suburban Business Card Exchange on Thursday, March 11, 2010. Connect with engaging individuals, enjoy delicious appetizers, and mingle in a vibrant atmosphere. Come make valuable contacts, grow social capital, and build your professional base. Registration (and cash bar) starts at 6:30 PM, with networking from 7:00 – 9:00 PM. This event will be held at the Stonewood Ale House (601 Mall Drive, Schaumburg, IL). Cost is $20 for JASC Members and $30 for Non-Members.

JAPAN AMERICA SOCIETY OF CHICAGO’S EXPLORING WINE TASTING SERIES

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Presented by the JASC’s Young Professional Committee

Whether it is for a business function, a social engagement, or simply relaxing at home, increasing options for wine can often leave people feeling confused and flustered. Discover your personal favorites or simply have some fun with this Exploring Wine Tasting Series. You will sample Wines for Humanity’s exclusive stock and decide what you enjoy in a relaxed setting with your fellow YPCers.

In this series we will be working on pairing wines in the various courses of a meal. We will start with dessert and begin by investigating the mysteries of how wines taste with dark, milk and white chocolate. Next we will venture into appetizers and experiment wine pairings with four different cheeses. Finally we will arrive at the main course to finish the series by exploring wine and pasta with both marinara and white sauce.

During each tasting, you will be able to learn the basic concepts of wine tasting by sampling 7 different bottles. There will be an opportunity at the end of each tasting to decide which wine(s) you enjoyed and mark your preferences. Part of the proceeds from your preferences will go to charity. Giving back to society can be fun and rewarding!

The series will meet at the: Japan America Society (20 N Clark Street, Suite 750, Chicago, IL) on the third Friday of the month from 6pm – 8pm.

1. Wine and Chocolate Friday February 19 (RSVP by Friday, February 12)
Sample 7 different wines with 3 types of chocolates

2. Wine and Cheese Friday March 19 (RSVP by Friday, March 12)
Sample 7 different wines with four types of cheese

3. Wine and Sauces Friday April 16 (RSVP by Friday, April 9)
Sample 7 different wines while dining on spaghetti with red and white sauce

Cost: $25 for members per session; $30 for non-members per session. Pre-register for all 3 sessions and save money! In addition to saving money, sign up for all 3 sessions and you will also receive a bottle of wine in time for the second session! Cost for all three is just $60 for members; $75 for non-members. Please note that refunds will not be provided if you are unable to attend a session.

JAPANESE MOVIES IN CHICAGO

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Beginning February 15, the Japan Information Center will show four recent Japanese films to Chicago. With the assistance of Columbia College and its wonderful theater, we are proud to present a series that illustrates the many ways man deals with nature. All screenings will be held at Film Row Cinema, Columbia College Chicago, 1104 S. Wabash Ave, 8th Floor, Chicago, IL 60605. Doors will open at 6:00 PM, with screenings to begin promptly at 6:30 PM.

eatrip
Monday, February 15
http://eatrip.jp/ (Japanese)

Miyori in the Sacred Forest (Miyori no mori)
Thursday, February 18
http://www.fujitv.co.jp/miyori/index2.html

The Summit: A Chronicle of Stones
Friday, March 5
http://www.tsurugidake.jp

School of Nature: The Children of the Satoyama
Friday, March 12
http://www.sakuraeiga.com/satoyama.html

PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION AT JAPAN INFORMATION CENTER

admin — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 04:10:16 +0000

The Japan Information Center (JIC) at the Consulate General of Japan (737 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 1000, Chicago, Illinois) is hosting, “Advertising Photography in Japan: APA Award 2009 International Exhibition”. The exhibition will feature 63 award-winning posters selected by the Japan Advertising Photographers’ Association APA. Each year, the APA recognizes outstanding photographic works in the field of advertising on the basis of their artistic style and aesthetic values. The award-winning works include promotional posters and magazine advertisements that were used widely in the media and in public campaigns in trains and city streets. They depict topics such as the beauty of Japanese nature, cutting edge technology, and facets of the contemporary Japanese lifestyle. This exhibit is open to the public and will run through February 4. The JIC is open Monday through Friday from 9:15 AM – 5:00 PM.

Attn JET Alumni: Part-time position available

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The Japan Information Center in Chicago has an opening for a part-time position that will run from the end of January through the beginning of March. The primary responsibility of this position is to assist with JET Interviews in February (Feb. 15th – 20th), but other responsibilities pertaining to the JET Program and other JIC activities will also be assigned. The pay is $15 an hour for up to 200 hours. The work schedule is somewhat flexible and before and after JET Interviews can be done in half-days. During the interview week (Feb. 15th – 20th), however, you must work full days.

Applicants must be alumni of the JET Program and have excellent organization and communication skills. Applicants must also be able to use Microsoft Word and Excel.

If interested, please send your resume to Yoshiko Kono at ykono@japancc.org by Monday, January 18th. After reviewing resumes, you will receive an e-mail or call from us letting you know if you have been granted an interview.

JETAA Chicago’s 2010 Shinenkai – Update

admin — Fri, 08 Jan 2010 00:09:25 +0000

On Saturday, January 30th, please join the Chicago’s JET Program Alumni Association (JETAA) for its 7th Annual Shinnenkai. This celebration of Japanese culture will be held the Unitrin Building, (1 E Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL), from 6 pm – 8 pm. The 2010 shinenkai will feature Japanese food & drinks, games & contests, Japanese music, traditional gyotaku fish painting, a Wii tournament and more! It promises to be a great opportunity to meet others who share an interest in Japan.

Tickets are $20 for adults and $5 for children 13 & under. All proceeds will be donated to the Greater Chicago Food Depository. Bring a non-perishable food item (no glass containers) and receive a $5 discount off the adult ticket price.

To RSVP or for more info, contact Rob Corder at President.JETAAChicago@gmail.com.

Nabe Party at Parry’s Apartment!

admin — Wed, 06 Jan 2010 15:36:00 +0000

Saturday, January 16, 6:30PM

You’re invited to the JETAA Nabe Party at Parry’s apartment!
Come warm up with a hot bowl of nabe on January 16th.
JETAA will provide the food and have some drinks, but please BYOB and $10.
Please come anytime, starting at 6:30 PM.
Parry’s apartment is located at 1319 W. Early Ave, Apartment #2.
There is often ample street parking right in front and along Early avenue.

To get there by public transportation:

1. Get off at the CTA Red Line Bryn Mawr stop.
2. Walk west on Bryn Mawr.
3. Take a soft right at the 5-way intersection onto Ridge Avenue.
4. Turn right onto Wayne Avenue
5. Turn left onto Early Avenue.
6. 1319 is a 3 story red brick building on your left.

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If you have any questions, please give Parry a call or Email anytime.

Parry Koriath
pkoriath@gmail.com
(765)749-7694

We look forward to seeing you there! Happy Holidays!