アトランタ総領事館より、5月の南部イベント情報です
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5月4日といえば、” May the 4th, May the fourth, May the Force be with you…” いやゆる、スターウォーズの有名なフレーズに引っ掛けた記念日で、各地でスターウォーズやアニメにちなんだイベントが開催されます。
Japanese Anime Film Night Series: Summer Wars (Raleigh, NC)
May 4, 2019 5:00 pm
Witherspoon Campus Cinema
2810 Cates Ave
Raleigh, NC 27606
Witherspoon Campus Cinema
2810 Cates Ave
Raleigh, NC 27606
On Friday, May 4th, 2019, the NC Japan Center and the Raleigh Sister Cities “Japanese Sister City Exploratory Committee” shall co-host a Japanese Anime Film Night at NC State’s Witherspoon Campus Cinema. This is the first of four such planned events, and this first showing is sponsored by the Honorary General Consul of Japan in North Carolina, Mr. David Robinson! Please check out the flyer below, and join us to watch a wonderful anime, “Summer Wars!”
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Carolina Anime Day (Charlotte, NC)
May 4, 2019 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Hilton Charlotte Executive Park
5624 Westpark Drive
Charlotte, NC 28217
Hilton Charlotte Executive Park
5624 Westpark Drive
Charlotte, NC 28217
Come to Carolina Anime Day where our vendors will have items you won’t find in a regular mall store. Carolina Anime Day is a one day anime marketplace that brings all your anime/manga needs to you without all the hassle or extra expense associated with other conventions. Admission is only $4.00 at the door so you won’t have to spend all your money just to get inside. Also all kids 10 and under will get in FREE as well as those with a military ID. Carolina Anime Day is at the Hilton Charlotte Executive Park Hotel featuring a large Dealers room, Videos, Giveaways, Video Games, Cosplay, and FREE Parking. So come by and spend the day with other anime fans just like yourself.
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“Reiwa Celebration” and Event (Raleigh, NC)
May 7, 2019 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Sono Sushi Bar & Restaurant
319 Fayetteville St. #101,
Raleigh, NC 27601
Sono Sushi Bar & Restaurant
319 Fayetteville St. #101,
Raleigh, NC 27601
On Tuesday, May 7th, 2019, from 6:30-8:30PM, the NC Japan Center shall host a “Reiwa
Celebration” Event at Sono Sushi Bar & Restaurant in downtown Raleigh.
This incredible, multicourse dinner and saké tasting is to celebrate the advent of the new
imperial “Reiwa Era” in Japan, and to commemorate the abdication of Emperor Akihito as his
son Prince Naruhito ascends the Chrysanthemum Throne.
Celebration” Event at Sono Sushi Bar & Restaurant in downtown Raleigh.
This incredible, multicourse dinner and saké tasting is to celebrate the advent of the new
imperial “Reiwa Era” in Japan, and to commemorate the abdication of Emperor Akihito as his
son Prince Naruhito ascends the Chrysanthemum Throne.
Ms. Sara Guterbock, Director of Education and Sake Portfolio Manager at Johnson Brothers Mutual Distributing Company, is our Certified Sake Sommelier for the evening.
There are only 60 seats available for this event, so please register quickly!
The registration/payment link is:
https://commerce.cashnet.com/NCStateJapanCenter?ITEMCODE=JC-REIWA
https://commerce.cashnet.com/NCStateJapanCenter?ITEMCODE=JC-REIWA
先日、Carolina 情報でもご紹介しましたが、Raleigh, NC では、ジャパンセンター主催で、新元号『令和』記念イベントが、レストラン”Sono”にて開催されます。事前に申し込みが必要ですのでお忘れのない様に。
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Miniature Ikebana Workshop (Raleigh, NC
May 10, 2019 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
NC Japan Center
705 Barbour Dr
Raleigh, NC 27603
NC Japan Center
705 Barbour Dr
Raleigh, NC 27603
On Friday, May 10th, 2019, the NC Japan Center shall be hosting a very special “Miniature Ikebana Workshop” with two wonderful ikebana instructors. “Ikebana” is the ancient Japanese cultural art of flower arranging, and this workshop in particular shall introduce participants to a fun, miniature version of this! The participation fee is only $20, and that includes all materials! To reserve your spot, please contact Ms. Reiko Chosokabe at rckerns@ncsu.edu. Don’t wait – this will fill up, very quickly!!
Raleigh, NC 、NC ジャパンセンターでは、ミニ生け花ワークショップが開かれます。お申し込みはEmailにて受付中＞＞rckerns@ncsu.edu.
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Alabama Bonsai Spring Show (Birmingham, AL)
May 18, 2019 4:00 pm
Birmingham Botanical Gardens
2612 Lane Park Rd
Birmingham, AL 35223
Birmingham Botanical Gardens
2612 Lane Park Rd
Birmingham, AL 35223
The Alabama Bonsai Society will be hosting our Annual Spring Show in the Auditorium of the Birmingham Botanical Gardens, May 18th-19th, Saturday from 10am-5pm and Sunday from 10am-4pm. Don’t miss out on the chance to see these incredible living works of art! There will be beautiful trees on display and for sale. There will also be live demonstrations by a bonsai master and vendors selling pots, tools, and soil. This event is indoors and free to the public!
バーミンガム、ALでは、アラバマ盆栽協会による盆栽一般公開がボタニカルガーデンにて開かれます。
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MomoCon 2019 (Atlanta, GA)
May 23-26, 2019
Georgia World Congress Center
285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW
Atlanta, GA 30313
Georgia World Congress Center
285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW
Atlanta, GA 30313
With more than 35,400 unique and over 100,800 turnstile attendance in 2018, MomoCon is one of the fastest growing all ages conventions in the country. Fans of Japanese Anime, American Animation, Comics, Video Games, and Tabletop Games come together to celebrate their passion by costuming / cosplay, browsing the huge exhibitors hall, meeting celebrity voice talent, designers, and writers behind their favorite shows, games, and comics and much much more over this 4 day event.
アトランタ、GAにて、Comic-Con (コミックコンベンション）が開かれます。（※上の画像をクリックするとサイトへ飛びます）
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Daikin Festival (Decatur, AL)
May 24, 2019 6:30 – 9:00 pm
at Morgan County Fairgrounds
Decatur, AL 35603
at Morgan County Fairgrounds
Decatur, AL 35603
Daikin America’s Japanese celebration returns for the 25th year next month bringing with it a night of family-friendly fun and an incredible cultural experience for the city of Decatur. The annual Daikin Festival offers festivalgoers of all ages an opportunity to experience Japanese culture through live music, games, exhibits and Asian-inspired food. The free event is set for Friday, May 24, 2019, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at the Morgan County Fairgrounds in Decatur.
This year’s silver anniversary of the Daikin Festival will highlight favorite happenings from previous years plus new activities. The first 5,000 guests who enter without a Happi coat will get one they can wear and keep. Everyone who already owns a Happi Coat is encouraged to wear his or hers to the festival and participate in the festival in traditional Japanese style.
To showcase Japanese culture, there will be tents where festival goers can participate in learning the art of Japanese calligraphy and have their name written in Kanji to take home as a souvenir.
A favorite year after year is the performances by the Daikin Taiko Drum Team. Returning again this year will be Lee Benoit and the Bayou Stompers from New Orleans and there will be traditional Japanese folk music and the Bon Dances, which everyone is encouraged to participate.
Along with traditional festival food such as hot dogs, hamburgers, barbeque sandwiches, pizza, ice cream and soft drinks, festivalgoers are treated to Cajun jambalaya and Japanese Yakisoba, a stir-fried mix of noodles, cabbage, carrots and beef. All food and drinks are free of charge.
There will be a kids’ zone with inflatables, face painting and fun games with prizes and free tethered hot-air balloon rides will be offered, weather permitting. There will be door prizes given away throughout the evening, with an exciting grand prize given away at 8:45 p.m. The festivities conclude with a surprise finale at the end of the evening.
Festivalgoers also have the opportunity to learn more about Daikin America from various displays of product exhibits. Other displays include information on the Daikin Homestay Program, a program where area students and teachers travel to Japan for a ten-day stay in the homes of Daikin employees.
In addition to free parking around the fairgrounds, free round-trip shuttle service will be provided to the fairgrounds from Decatur Mall and Austin Jr. High. For safety and security purposes, no bags, backpacks, large purses, wagons or strollers will be allowed .
For more information on the Daikin Festival, contact Daikin America Community Relations Manager Forrest Keith at 256.306.5000.
今年も Morgan County Fairgrounds （Decatur, AL)にて、ダイキンフェスティバルが開催されます。詳しくはホームページをご覧ください。
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Animazement 2019 (Raleigh, NC)
May 24-26, 2019
Raleigh Convention Center
500 S Salisbury St.
Raleigh, NC 27601
Raleigh Convention Center
500 S Salisbury St.
Raleigh, NC 27601
Animazement is Raleigh’s premier Japanese animation and culture convention! Enjoy concerts, educational panels, limited merchandise, unique artwork, and more! It is traditionally held over Memorial Day weekend and designed to be family-friendly.
Raleigh, NC でもアニメのコンベンションが開かれます。詳細は上の画像をクリックしてサイトへ飛んでください。
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MobiCon (Mobile, AL)
MobiCon (Mobile, AL)
May 24-26, 2019
Renaissance Mobile Riverview Plaza Hotel
64 S Water St
Mobile, AL 36602
Renaissance Mobile Riverview Plaza Hotel
64 S Water St
Mobile, AL 36602
Mobicon is one of the fastest growing multi genre science fiction, cosplay, and gaming convention on the Gulf Coast. Mobicon embraces Geek culture to the fullest and leaves no stone unturned in making sure we have something fun going on for all ages. From costume contest to organized play RPGs Mobicon is the place to be. Organized and managed by Mobicon, a Mobile native not for profit, all profits derived from the convention are used towards charity and the goodwill of the community.
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Ongoing Events
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Yayoi Kusama: Narcissus Gardens (Atlanta, GA)
April 12, 2019 – February 17, 2020 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Atlanta Botanical Gardens
1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
Atlanta Botanical Gardens
1345 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
Narcissus Garden is a signature work of contemporary art created by Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama. Narcissus Garden was first presented in 1966, when Kusama staged an unofficial installation and performance at the 33rd Venice Biennale. The silver spheres, originally made from plastic, were installed on the lawn in front of the Italian Pavilion, reflecting the landscape of the exhibition grounds. Kusama herself stood among them, barefoot and dressed in a gold kimono, alongside yard signs inscribed with the words “Narcissus Garden, Kusama” and “Your Narcissism for Sale.”
The installation is site-specific and made up of approximately 1,400 stainless steel spheres carefully arranged by staff from Kusama’s studio in Japan. These spheres can be viewed in their current location at the Atlanta Botanical Garden from the Canopy Walk, and along many of the trails leading into and out of Storza Woods.
The Narcissus Garden installation is a joint effort between the Atlanta Botanical Garden and The High Museum, which hosts Yayoi Kusama: Infinity Mirrors through Feb. 17. Narcissus Garden will remain on-view in Storza Woods through Spring.
Yayoi Kusama
Narcissus Garden, 1966-present
1400 stainless steel spheres
overall dimensions vary by installation
Each sphere 11 7/8 in.
Narcissus Garden, 1966-present
1400 stainless steel spheres
overall dimensions vary by installation
Each sphere 11 7/8 in.
Collection of the Artist.
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The Consulate General of Japan in Atlanta is an overseas establisment of the Government of Japan. The main function of our office is to protect Japanese nationals and economic interests, provide consular services and cultural exchange. There are 18 Japanese diplomatic missions in the United States. The jurisdiction of our office in Atlanta is Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina.
Consulate General of Japan in Atlanta
Phipps Tower, Suite 850
3438 Peachtree Road
Atlanta, GA 30326
Email: info@aa.mofa.go.jp
Phone: 404-240-4300
Fax: 404-240-4311
