Upcoming NeedsArch Events NeedsArch 13: Free One Day Noh Theater Workshop (June 24) NEW! NeedsArch 14: Free Ikebana Workshop (July 8) NEW! NeedsArch 9: Free Craftwork Experiences (Edo Kiriko, Katazome and Kumihimo) by TOKYO Teshigoto in October and November NeedsArch 8: Free Washi Making and Museum Tour - 6 Participants Wanted! on September 24, 2016 (Cool Japan Souvenir Society) NeedsArch 7: Japanese Kabuki Face Mask Tester WANTED!! (一心堂本舗 Isshin-do Honpo) NeedsArch 2: Japanese Kabuki Face Mask Tester WANTED!! (一心堂本舗 Isshin-do Honpo) Sign Up (Not registered with us yet?) |
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NeedsArch 14: Free Ikebana Workshop and Group Interview
NeedsArch 14: Free Ikebana Workshop and Group Interview on Saturday, July 8 | Jiyugaoka, Otaku, Tokyo ＜IKEBANA＞ this traditional Japanese flower arrangement expresses Japanese aesthetic, which is different from that of the Occident You can enjoy yourselves by learning flower arrangements for Japanese festivals and annual events     - Highlights of the workshop - ・Workshop is held in English ・There are chances to communicate with Japanese learners at the same lessons ・If you enroll SFC's regular course, you can be qualified as a teacher recognized by SFC at the end of course ・Children over 6 can also join Purpose of the event: To hear your opinion and suggestion for how we spread "Ikebana" to foreign nationals (to the world). Your opinion will be utilized to plan a new Ikebana workshop in order to further enhance foreign tourists' attracting of Japanese culture which add more values & attractiveness to their visit. Type of Studies: Group Interview (light: 30 mins after workshop) Dates: 11:30AM~1:30PM, Saturday, July 8th Application: HERE by July 1 Place: Jiyugaoka Bunkakyoushitu (自由が丘文化教室) | MAP Address: 7-8-4, Okusawa, Setagata-ku, Tokyo (東京都世田谷区奥沢7-8-4) Access: 4min-walk from Jiyugaoka station "自由が丘" (Tokyu Toyoko line) or 3min-walk from Kuhonbutu station "九品仏" (Tokyu Oimachi line) Meeting Place and time: 11:20AM, Assemble at Jiyugaoka Bunkakyoushitu (自由が丘文化教室) !!! WHAT YOU GET !!! 1. FREE Ikebana Workshop 2. Tea and snacks 3. Special gift *Tickets for this Ikebana Workshop value 4,680yen/per person No. of participants: 5 (Any Non-Japanese members) *after 5th person to register will be placed on a waiting list and we will contact you if there are any cancellations - Ikebana Instructor - Seika Ata | 阿多 星花 (あた せいか)  Instructor of IKEBANA:Japanese traditional Flower arrangement. Deputy representative of SFC flower school. - Started to learn IKEBANA from 10 years old. - Got the license from SFC Flower School at 18 and have taught it for 16years. - Graduated from “Tokyo University of Foreign Language” , and majored in Korean. - So interested in international cultural exchange and have taught IKEBANA for foreign tourists in English and Korea many times. (experience programs of IJCEE) - Also have original IKEBANA experience program for foreigners at SFC flower school. - Appeared in a program “D’splay” of D-LITE (BIG BANG) as an instructor of IKEBANA. SFC生け花講師資格 SFCフラワーデザイン講師資格 草月流生け花3級師範 韓国語通訳案内士 韓国語能力試験6級（最上級） １０歳から生け花・フラワーデザインを始め、指導歴１４年 東京外国語大学にて韓国語を専攻。 ソウル大学校に１年間交換留学中にも現地学生向けに生け花と日本文化の講座を半年間実施。 現在、韓国語での指導も行っている。 外国人向けの生け花体験プログラムなども行っており、 BIG BANGのメンバーD-LITEさんのＴＶ番組「D'splay」でも生け花を指導。 指導を始めた頃はジュニアコースを中心に担当し、 横浜銀行にてジュニアコース花展を開催し、作品制作指導。 都内学童保育などでも指導経験あり。 現在、ミキハウス子育て総研のハッピーノート.comにて 「親子で楽しめる花歳時記」というテーマでコラムを連載中。 Important Notes Please be considerate towards other participants Please be punctual and arrive on time (*we will start the class on time) Final details will be sent to the participants by email three days prior to the event Contact Information (SFC) Website: Shonan Flower Co-Ordinate (SFC) TEL: 0466-28-2731（in Japanese only） Email: mail@sfc-hana.com（in any language）  --------------------------- Contact: Email Jojo at info@intlcentertokyo.com Cultural Experiences (ICT) http://www.intlcentertokyo.com Non-Japanese Recruiting (NeedsArch) http://www.needsarch.com LIKE on us: http://www.facebook.com/intlcentertokyo |
NeedsArch 13: Free One Day Noh Theater Workshop and Group Interview
NeedsArch 13: Free One Day Noh Theater Workshop and Group Interview on Saturday, June 24 | Nakano, Tokyo 
Purpose of the event: To hear your opinion and suggestion for how we spread "Noh" to foreign nationals (to the world). Your opinion will be utilized to plan a new Noh workshop in order to further enhance foreign tourists' attracting of Japanese culture which add more values & attractiveness to their visit. Type of Studies: Group Interview (light: 30 mins after workshop) Dates: 2:00~4:00PM, Saturday, June 24th Application: HERE by June 16 Place: Noh theater classroom 2F at Umewaka Nohgaku Gakuin Kaikan Higashi Nakano 2-6-14, Nakano-ku, Tokyo (details below) Meeting Place and time: 1:50PM, Assemble at Umewaka Nogaku Gakuin Kaikan 梅若能楽学院会館集合 !!! WHAT YOU GET !!! 1. FREE One Day Noh Theater Workshop 2. Experience singing and chanting in the Noh theater classroom 3. Experience walking in the Noh theater classroom or on the Noh Stage *Please bring Japanese socks (tabi) or white socks for going up the stage 4. Tea and snacks *Tickets for this Noh Workshop value 2,000yen/per person *It is a rare chance to go up the Noh stage No. of participants: 10 (Any Non-Japanese members) *after 10th person to register will be placed on a waiting list and we will contact you if there are any cancellations ◆ Location Noh theater classroom 2F at Umewaka Nohgaku Gakuin Kaikan Higashi Nakano 2-6-14, Nakano-ku, Tokyo (details below)  Led by certified Kanze-ryu shihan (instructor) Yoko Layer, these workshops, lectures, or classes will introduce participants to the History and conceptual aspects of Nohgaku by inviting them to explore Nohgaku’s stylized chant, movement. Participants will also be introduced to the spiritual roots of Nohgaku that has strong connections with the Shinto-ism that is deeply rooted in the Japanese people and traditions. Understanding this connection is similar to understanding the importance of Shakespeare to Western culture. Let’s feel and experience the aesthetic world of Nohgaku together!! You will have the chance to stand on the sacred Nohgaku stage and dance while using the stylized chant.  ◆ Time Schedule 1:50pm Assemble at Umewaka Nogaku Gakuin Kaikan 梅若能楽学院会館集合 2:00～2:15pm Observation tour at Nohgaku-do 能楽堂見学 "Noh Lecture" by Kanze -ryu shihan (instructor) Yoko Layer 2:20～2:50pm Workshop (Step 1) 舞と謡いの体験 - Experience singing and chanting in the Noh theater classroom 2:50～3:15pm Workshop (Step 2) 能舞台での摺り足体験 - Experience walking in the Noh theater classroom or on the Noh Stage 3:15pm～ Q&A Time and Announcement 質疑応答と講演告知タイム 3:30pm Group Interview 4:00pm Close 終了 *The schedule may be changed. *The workshop will be held in the Noh theater classroom at Umewaka Nogaku Gakuin Kaikan and on the mainstage of the theater. ◆ 東京メトロ "Find my Tokyo"のChallenge 83として、石原さとみさんが梅若能楽学院会館でお能体験。 Ms. Satomi Ishihara (Japanese Actress) has experienced Noh Workshop at Umewaka Nogaku Gakuin Kaikan, which was recently featured on Tokyo Metro Movie "Find my Tokyo". ◆ 国立能楽堂主催の外国人のためのワークショップで講師をした様子が、NHKworldで取り上げられました！ A workshop with Yoko Layer and visitors from around the world was recently featured on NHK. 
 ◆ Lecturer伶以野 陽子 （レイヤーヨウコ Yoko Layer） 五十六世梅若六郎師（現 梅若玄祥師）に師事、内弟子入門を経て、観世流シテ方師範免許取得 梅若会所属 公益社団法人能楽協会正会員東京支部シテ方観世流 初シテ 「羽 衣」 緑 耀 会 （ろくようかい）主宰 東中野（梅若能楽学院会館）、下北沢などで個人、団体稽古 ブログのアドレス http://blog.goo.ne.jp/yokolayer YOKO LAYER After graduating from high school in Japan, Yoko Layer modeled and acted for several magazines, television and theater companies. She later graduated from Tokyo Gakugei University and then began to study the Stanislavsky system from Russian director Leonid Anisimov. She has since performed with the Tokyo Novyi Repertory Company in Chekhov’s "The Cherry Orchard", "The Seagull" and Gorky’s "The Lower Depths". In 2004, she began studying Noh as an apprentice on the professional track with the Umewaka Rokuro branch of the Kanze school. Later she began to spend time in Seattle with her husband Paul where they co-founded the Seattle Novyi Theatre Company and performed "The Seagull" and "Uncle Vanya" in repertory, and later "The Proposal" in the International Chekhov Festival in Tokyo. In 2007 she performed with Theatre Nohgaku in the chorus of "Crazy Jane" for TN’s Pacific Northwest tour. In 2010 she became a shihan (instructor) in the Kanze school of noh. In 2012 she performed "Hagoromo"as a leading role the first time. Now she is performing in Noh theater, and she is teaching Noh theater to beginner students at culture centers and in private classes. ◆ ICTのお能ワークショップ等でご活躍頂いている伶以野 陽子さんが戦後70年の慰霊祭に慰霊の舞である舞囃子「海人」（笛一管による）と香川ゆかりの仕舞「八島」「玉之段」を遺族の孫として奉納舞をされました！ レイヤー陽子さんの美しい奉納舞とお能への熱い想いがご覧いただけます！  ◆ Items to Bring for the attendees of the workshop Japanese socks (tabi) or white socks The participants who bring Japanese socks (tabi) can go up Noh stage!! 参加者の持ち物：足袋なければ白い靴下。お持ち頂ければ、能舞台に上がれます！ ◆ Venue Noh theater classroom 2F Umewaka Nogaku Gakuin Kaikan 梅若能楽学院会館（楽屋敷き舞台教室 2階） Address: 2-6-14, Higashinakano, Nakano-ku, Tokyo Access: 8-minute walk from Higashi-Nakano station (JR/Oedo Line), or 8-minute walk from A2, 2 Nakano-Sakaue satation (Oedo/Marunouchi Line) Tel: 03-3363-7748 (Japanese Only) ◆ How to get to Umewaka Nogaku Gakuin Kaikan 梅若能楽学院会館 | Video | Photo (Japanese) The Directions are as follows; From 西口 (West Exit), Higashi-Nakano station, JR Line From A3 Exit, Higashi-Nakano station, Oedo Line Go straight on 山手通り Yamanote street (walk on the right side), passing Familymart, Seven-Eleven...and keep walking near LION building. Turn right at the corner of 佐川急便 Sagawa Express (also see a coin parking) after passing Mexican restaurant. It takes for 8-10 minutes from the station. From A2 or 2 Exit, Nakano-Sakaue station, Marunouichi Line or Oedo Line Turn left after coming out of Exit 2 on the ground, you will see the Nakano sakaue intersection, and head for Seven Eleven. Go straight on 山手通り Yamanote street (walk on the left side), pass 区民センター Kumin center and walk across 宮下 Miyashita intersection. Pass the first roads and then turn left at the corner of 佐川急便 Sagawa Express (also see a coin parking). It takes for 8-10 minutes from the station.  |
NeedsArch 10: Free Kyogen Show "Kagyu" and Exhibition "This is Kyosai" in Shibuya
NeedsArch 10: Free Kyogen Show "KAGYU (蝸牛)" and Exhibition "THIS IS KYOSAI (暁斎)" in Shibuya - KYOGEN WILL MAKE YOU LAUGH, FOR SURE!! -    We will invite foreigners to the special
free event (Kyogen show and the Exhibition) on March 2. Please take this opportunity to
experience Japanese culture and art !!! You will be provided with multilingual guide application during the event, so your Japanese level doesn't need to be skilled. Purpose of the event: To hear your opinion and suggestion for improvement on the application and other information tools. Your opinion will be utilized to improve the application in order to further enhance foreign tourists' understanding of Japanese culture which add more values & attractiveness to their visit.  Type of Studies: Questionnaire
Dates: 5:30~8:30PM, Thursday, March 2nd Application: HERE by February 25 Place: Kyogen: The Cerulean Tower Noh Theatre/ Exhibition: The Bunkamura Museum of Art Meeting Place and time: 5:30PM, in font of the Noh Theatre, B2F The Cerulean Tower Address: B2F, 26-1, Sakuragaoka-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo (東京都渋谷区桜丘町26番1号 地下2階)｜MAP  |
NeedsArch 11: Free Tour! Globally Important Agricultural Heritage "Takachiho 高千穂" in Miyazaki
Free Tour! Visiting Globally Important Agricultural Heritage "Takachiho 高千穂" in Miyazaki 2017 March 9-10th (Thurs-Fri) | Takachiho, Miyazaki Have you heard the Globally Important Agricultural Heritage (GIAHS) 世界農業遺産 ever? This is certified by Food and Agriculture Organization of the United nations. We’ll have a trial package tour (FREE) for new certified area, Takachiho town (高千穂) and Shiiba village (椎葉村), Miyazaki Pref, Japan where is very famous among Japanese because of the beauty Takachiho canyon and Mythical place! Miyazaki pref. local government has approached developing tourism and introducing these area as the Globally Important Agricultural Heritage (GIAHS). This time, we’re expected to invite foreign guests and research the possibilities of tourism in these area with the various insights from guests’ specialties and backgrounds.
◆ TOUR: Trial package tour for Globally Important Agricultural Heritage (GIAHS) “Takachihogo-Shiibayama Mountainous Agriculture and Forestry System” in Miyazaki. ◆ MISSION: ① Enjoy this trial package tour as usual foreign guest1) Introduction ② Giving the insights on site activities and advice about package tour ◆ DATE: 9th-10th, March, 2017 ◆ SCHEDULE: March 9th Meeting up in the Miyazaki airport or Kumamoto airport - Visiting to Shiiba village areas and stay there March 10th Dismissing in the Miyazaki airport or Kumamoto airport *detailed literary would be scheduled in February *including following areas, Takachiho-town, Itsugase-town, Hinokage-town, Moroduka-village, Shiiba village ◆ QUALIFICATIONS: 3 foreign nationals from Europe, USA and Australia 1) who like traveling abroad or domestic 2) who are interested in seeing Globally Important Agricultural Heritage (GIAHS) place, nature and canyon 3) who can speak Japanese (Intermediate level) ◆ FEE: FREE (including round trip flight tickets, Tokyo-Miyazaki and One night accommodation including taxes and service fees) ◆ TRAVEL AGENCY: NOUKYO KANKO Inc. ◆ RESERVATION: Please visit the link below and complete RESERVATION! HERE by Feb 3 ◆ Important Notes: Please be considerate towards other participants Please be punctual and arrive on time (*we will start the tour on time) |
NeedsArch 9: Free Craftwork Experiences (Edo Kiriko, Katazome, and Kumihimo) by TOKYO Teshigoto
Craftwork Experiences - Edo Kiriko, Katazome, and Kumihimo - by TOKYO Teshigoto 22 TOKYO Teshigoto shops are open for limited 3 months (Sep 1- Nov 30, 2016) Purpose of the interview: For product (souvenir) development and marketing TOKYO Teshigoto and LIVES Inc. will sell and market research Japanese souvenirs to foreign tourists and residents so they have a group interview to get some information about souvenir, shopping, tour plan in Japan and so on. Type of Studies: Group Interview
Dates: ① 3:00~around 5:00PM, Saturday, October 8th - Edo Kiriko (Cut glass) Experience "江戸切子" and Group Interview ② 1:00~around 3:30PM, Saturday, October 15th - Katazome (Hand-prints) Experience "型染め" and Group Interview ③ 1:30~around 4:00PM, Saturday, November 12th - Kumihimo (Braid) Experience "組紐" and Group Interview Application: HERE *Please pick up the date from ①～③ above and complete RSVP by the deadline below (*priority given to those who completed their Reservation) ① Edo Kiriko RSVP accepted by September 30, 2016 ② Katazome RSVP accepted by October 7, 2016 ③ Kumihimo RSVP accepted by November 4, 2016 ① Edo Kiriko (Cut glass) Experience "江戸切子" (special gift: plate)    ③ Kumihimo (Braid) Experience "組紐" (special gift: accessory)    Place: HANDS EXPO (7F at TOKYU PLAZA GINZA) Address: 5-2-1 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo (東京都中央区銀座5-2-1)｜MAP TEL: 03-3571-0109 (Information desk 11:00〜21：00) Schedule (①～③ craftwork experiences) - the first 1 hour: Craftwork experience (Hands-on Activity) - break time for 10 minutes - the last 1~1.5 hours: Group Interview *Schedule to be flexible !!! WHAT YOU GET !!! FREE hands-on activity (Edo Kiriko, Katazome, and Kumihimo), special souvenirs, and 1 drink at HANDS EXPO CAFE *Normal price for craftwork experiences are 2,000~3,000yen/per person *Transportation expenses full amount paid  No. of participants: 18 (6 participants × 3 workshops & group interviews) *after 7th person to register will be placed on a waiting list and we will contact you if there are any cancellations Qualifications:
Useful Links:
Tokyo's traditional crafts, honed and refined by craftsmanship and vitality of the Edo craftsmen with their rich enterprising spirits, have been handed down unbroken and cherished by its people over the generations. "TOKYO Teshigoto" is an initiative that conveys to Japan and the world the exquisiteness of the sophisticated handworks or "teshigoto" of the masters known as the "Takumi", by shedding light on their traditional skills. In addition to spreading the Edo aesthetics of "iki" and "inase", and appealing the outstanding everyday functionalities of their crafts, the Takumi are challenging new types of crafts brimming with Tokyo sensations so more people can enrich their lifestyles with traditional crafts.  ---------------------------       If you have any questions or need more information regarding to the event, please feel free to ask Jojo at info@intlcentertokyo.com To register for NeedsArch members, go to: REGISTER HERE! |
NeedsArch 8: Free Washi Making and Museum Tour - 6 Participants Wanted!
Great chance to making original "Ozu" Washi and Free Museum Tour!!    NeedsArch Client Cool Japan Souvenir Society (CJSS) - to introduce Japanese souvenir to all tripper  Purpose of the interview: For product (souvenir) development Cool Japan Souvenir Society (CJSS) will introduce Japanese souvenirs and plan tour guides for foreign tourists visiting Japan so they have a group interview to get some information about souvenir, shopping, tour plan in Japan and so on. Date: 2:00~5:00PM, Saturday, September 24  Meeting Place: in font of the 1st entrance at Ozu Washi Company (株式会社小津商店) at 1:45PM Place: Ozu Washi Company (株式会社小津商店) 東京都中央区日本橋本町3-6-2 小津本館ビル Schedule: 2:00～3:00PM Experience Ozu Washi Making (Hands-on Activity) 3:00～4:00PM Museum Tour 4:00～5:00PM Questionnaire and Group Interview *Schedule to be flexible  WHAT YOU GET: Free hands-on activity, Ozu Washi Making and Museum Tour + Cash 3,000 yen/per person!! *Transportation expenses full amount paid Type of Studies: Questionnaire and Group Interview
No. of participants: 6 *after 7th person to register will be placed on a waiting list and we will contact you if there are any cancellations. Application: HERE *Please submit the application form by September 17, 2016 Qualifications:
Useful Links:    If you have any questions or need more information regarding to the event, please feel free to ask Jojo at info@intlcentertokyo.com To register for NeedsArch members, go to: REGISTER HERE! |
NeedsArch 7: Japanese Kabuki Face Mask Tester WANTED!!
Great chance to APPLY Kabuki Face Mask and GET the best and funny Japanese souvenir!   Isshin-do Company from Tokyo originally sold traditional Japanese confectionery. Kabuki Face Masks are printed with the Kabuki make up and will turn you a Kabuki actor. Of course they are rich in ingredients to make your skin more beautiful. Great chance to enjoy applying Kabuki face mask and getting the other amusing face masks from 30+ patterns as Japanese cool souvenir, and taking memorable photos! Purpose of the interview: For product development Isshin-do company will produce a new mask for Europeans and Americans this spring, and give a new mask at a big event so they have a group interview to get some information about face mask, cosmetic, and skin care. Place: 2-3-3, Kojimachi, Chiyodaku, Tokyo | Isshin-do Company Office (Hanzomon) *MAP Pick up the date you can participate: ① Monday, March 28 (7:30PM~9:00PM) ② Monday, April 4 (7:30PM~9:00PM) ③ Tuesday, April 5 (7:30PM~9:00PM) *The dates with the maximum number of participants will be selected. WHAT YOU GET: 4~5 Face Masks from 30 patterns (around 4,000 yen worth of a gift) + Cash 5,000 yen/per person!! *Transportation expenses full amount paid Type of Studies: Testing Face Mask (if possible) and Group Interview
The number of participants: 3, 4 persons *after 5th person to register will be placed on a waiting list and we will contact you if there are any cancellations. Application; HERE *Please submit the application form by March 21, 2016 Qualifications:
Useful Links:
 If you have any questions or need more information regarding to the event, To register for NeedsArch members, go to: REGISTER HERE! * What is NeedsArch? Hosted by ICT  |
NeedsArch 6: Kanazawa Pre-Monitor Tour
NeedsArch 6 Kanazawa Pre-Monitor Tour in April presented by CREA voyage  Travel in Ishikawa, enjoy true Japanese culture A tour for experiencing superb traditions and culture as cultivated by the most powerful feudal lord of Japan    *Useful links: Kanazawa Castle | Higashi Chaya | Kenrokuen | Ninja-temple Highlights of the tour;
Extras;
Discounts;
Optional tour;  *Useful links: Kutani Yaki | Kaganui | Fukumitsuya Sake Brewery | Yamato Miso & Soy Sauce company | Kanazawa chaya Participation Fee | 60,000 JPY per person (50,000 JPY per person, not included dinner) *For travelers traveling as individuals, +3,000 yen for a Friday night /+5,000 yen for a Saturday night for single-room Place: Kanazawa, Ishikawa Possible dates:
① Friday, April 15 - Saturday, April 16 ② Saturday, April 16 - Sunday, April 17 ③ Either date is fine *The
dates with the maximum number of participants will be selected. The number
of participants: 4–10 persons *If there are more than ten applicants, places will be allocated at the
discretion of CREA voyage Early bird (3,000 yen) *Reserve before 9PM on Tuesday March 1, 2016 *Please inquire for children under the age of 12. Type of Studies: Questionnaire and Group Interview *Each evening
during the tour, you will be asked to fill in the questionnaires and give your feedback
*If there is no time for feedback during the tour period, this can be done at
another time in consultation with us Qualifications: Any Europeans (especially Italian, French, English, Danish, Swiss) and Americans 1. who like traveling abroad or domestic 2. who are interested in seeing/using first‐class traditional crafts 3. who want to visit sake breweries Age: 35+ to around 60 *Any Non-Japanese member who meet the conditions above, please Apply Here! What to bring/wear
Clothes
suitable for both cold and warm weather.
In Kanazawa, it is often cold in the mornings and nights, normally 3–4 degrees
cooler than in Tokyo, footwear with no heels and an umbrella
 If you have any questions or need more information regarding to the event, To register for NeedsArch members, go to: REGISTER HERE! * What is NeedsArch? Hosted by ICT |
NeedsArch 4: Strippable Water Paint (Masking Color) Product Testers WANTED!! Only for Non-Japanese!
!! MASKING COLOR EVENT !!  Be the some of the first to try out this
exciting new product. Create your own original ornaments and decorations with
the amazing “Masking Color“! We need testers to rate and review this new
groundbreaking product basically on the following:
“Masking Color” is a strippable water-based paint that can be peeled off after painting and re-adhered to flat surfaces such as walls or glass. In this testing event, you can enjoy making ornaments for an occasion (e.g. Birthday, Baby shower, Halloween, Christmas and more) or decor in your home!! You will also have the opportunity to draw pictures, characters and seasonal decorations on windows, walls, tables and all kinds of places where you have never thought of using paint. There is no limit the uses!! Pick up a pen and have fun in your own ways with “Masking Color”! *”Masking Color” is one of the select
products in More Than
Project 2015 (Japan Brand
Development Assistance Program) which is an initiative of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI). GOOD DESIGN AWARD 2013. ーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーー Date : Saturday, October 17th, 1:00~4:00pm *Assemble at 12:45pm Application: HERE What to Bring : Please bring yourself with apron! What you Get: original ornaments, decorations and Masking Color (extra discounts for you) Deadline for application：Monday, October 12th, 11pm Product Testers (Number) : 7 to 10 Type of Studies: Product Testing and Group Interview *We will prepare the mount for the ornaments but you can also paint on your personal belongings (eg. Notebook, Mobile phone case etc.).
Qualifications: - All Nationality (Except Japanese) - Age: 18+ to around 60 - Occupation: Any, but a big welcome to art students, artists, illustrators, designers, buyers and those people who are interested in using Masking Color!
Any Non-Japanese member who meet the conditions above, please Sign UP or Apply Now! Sign Up (NOT Registered with us yet?) Apply Now (For Members) Seats are limited! If there are more
applicants than required, we will hold drawing lots to select the testers. If
selected, you will receive an email confirming your selection and the details
of the testing.
To register for NeedsArch members, go to: REGISTER HERE! * What you GET! What's NeedsArch Special! * Recruitment for NeedsArch/ICT Staff!
If you have any queries, please do not hesitate to contact us at info@intlcentertokyo.com |
NeedsArch 3: Mashiko Pottery Teaware Competition - Product Testers WANTED!! Non-Japanese members only
Mashiko Pottery Teaware Competition 2015! (FREE EVENT) 【Purpose of the Event】  Now Mashiko and Sayama (the city famous for Sayamacha – Japanese green tea in Sayama area in Saitama prefecture) have a competition of new teawares for oversea markets to enjoy Sayamacha. By the due date (Jan 31), 28 of traditional and innovative tea wares have been submitted. You can take a look and touch the tea wares, then give your evaluation – the ranking will be decided based on the evaluation by YOU!
After the evaluation, we’ll have a tea party – Let’s enjoy chatting over tasty Sayamacha and Japanese snacks! ＊＊＊ NeedsArch Members Wanted ＊＊＊ - those people who want to contribute to Japanese society, export high-quality "Made in Japan" products to the world and support Japanese companies for buiding world-class branding! Japanese products lovers are welcome!  Details as follows; ・ Date Saturday February 28th, 2015, 1:30~3:30pm ・ Schedule 1:30-2:30pm Tea ware (Japanese Kyusu "急須"）evaluation
2:30-3:30pm Tea party *Assemble at CLUB PETU at 1:15pm! *Details may be changed. ・ Attractive Points ・ A Special Opportunity to take part in testing of many kinds of Mashiko-yaki (pottery) ・ Be a Final Judge for Mashiko Pottery Competition ・ Your Impression or Ideas for the potteries Contribute to buliding Sayamacha branding ・ Hands-on Activity; How to brew Japanese Tea with Beautiful Machiko Potteries ・ Enjoy Tasty Sayamacha and Japanese Snacks  ・ WHAT YOU CAN GET Special Gift! Japanese Tea leaves!・ FREE Workshop Sayamacha (green tea) and Mashiko-yaki (pottery) ・ Venue CLUB PETU (Harajuku), B1, 1-15-2, Jingumae, Shibuyaku, Tokyo  Thursday, February 26th 2015 ・ Product Tester (Number) 15 (Seats are Limited!) ・ Type of Studies Workshop, Short Group Interview and Product Testing ・ Qualification Welcome to all ages and nationalities (except Japanese) |
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