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SUMMARY:Bunka no Hi – Japanese Culture Day
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate Bunka no Hi (Culture Day) at the JCCCW on Sunday\, November 1\, 2026 from 11 AM to 5 PM! \nThe life and philosophy of Sam Goto (1933-2017)\, local Japanese American cartoonist\, will be the focus of the event this year. Sam’s comic strip\, Seattle Tomodachi\, ran in the North American Post from 2012 until 2017 and featured Japanese and Japanese American culture as explained by the main character Samurai Shigeru. \nIn collaboration with Sam’s daughter\, Kelly Goto\, Bunka no Hi this year which will bring to life her book Seattle Samurai: A Cartoonist’s Perspective of the Japanese American Experience. This award-winning book explores her father’s philosophy based on bushidō (samurai code of conduct)\, and provides a glimpse into understanding the guiding principles behind Japanese American culture. The comics featured in the exhibit will also include Japanese translations. \nThe event will also feature samurai-related demonstrations and activities\, such as an Iaido sword demonstration and a samurai armor display. \nGuests will also have the opportunity to learn about the Game of Go by the Seattle Go Center\, watch a tea ceremony demonstration by the East-West Chanoyu Center\, enjoy fun craft activities\, and purchase some traditional Japanese food! \nBunka no Hi is a free\, family-friendly event that is open to all.
URL:https://www.parentmap.com/calendar/48228/
LOCATION:Japanese Cultural and Community Center of Washington\, 1414 S Weller St\, Seattle\, WA\, 98144-2053\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festivals + Community
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