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SUMMARY:An Introduction to the Japanese Garden
DESCRIPTION:About the Event\nYvonne Wolf will give a short background on the aesthetics of the Japanese gardens. Discover Confucian symbolism expressed in gardens and how they are used to relieve stress and cultivate inner peace. Learn the meanings behind paths\, ponds\, and pavilions. Yvonne will use examples from the Japanese Garden at the Chicago Botanic Garden\, Garden of the Phoenix in Chicago\, and more. After attending this presentation\, you will have a greater understanding and appreciation of Japanese gardens. \nAbout the Speaker\n \nYvonne Wolf is an intercultural consultant and founder of Chinese Intercultural\, LLC. She speaks on a variety of topics that help to clarify elements of Chinese and East Asian cultures in an accessible and relatable context. Yvonne shares the knowledge and skills she has acquired having lived in four different countries where she became fluent in three languages: (Chinese- Mandarin\, English\, and Danish.) She has also studied Japanese\, Greek\,and Spanish. She has worked with organizations and business executives focusing on communication strategies working with Chinese and East Asian partners. Among her many skills is mediating across cultural misunderstandings. \n*The Zoom event link will be sent in the confirmation email. Please be sure to check your email junk folder and whitelist “@jaschicago.org” for future mailings if your confirmation ends up there.
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SUMMARY:The Flavors of Japan to Your Table
DESCRIPTION:About the Event\nThis event is an opportunity to learn about Moe’s passion for spreading Japanese home cooking worldwide. She will talk about how she became where she is today\, how she promotes Japanese home cooking\, how she has built a community with her fans and her goals for the future. \nAbout the Speaker\nMoe spent her teenage years as a Geisha in Gion\, Kyoto. After that\, she worked and gained experience in various professions. She started her YouTube channel called Kimono Mom in 2020\, showcasing the unique intersections of her identity and interests – kimono and cooking. What first started as a way to overcome her postpartum depression by connecting with others online\, she gained over a million followers from 192 countries within two years. She and her husband founded ForSmiles to introduce Japanese home cooking and culture to an international audience and provide an environment where people outside of Japan can easily access Japanese cooking tools\, sauces\, spices\, etc.
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SUMMARY:Virtual Stroll in Asakusa
DESCRIPTION:About the Event\nEvery guidebook and checklist will tell you that the Asakusa area is a “Must See!” But we know you want to get off the beaten track and discover hidden spots and tasty treats that most tourists will never find. Lauren\, your local host\, will bring you on a live tour and show you around the streets of this historical area\, introduce you to her favorite shops\, and share the beauty from a local’s perspective. \nAbout the Speaker\nLauren is GM and a partner in Arigato Travel. She has degrees in education and art and a background in multicultural businesses. She is a lover of food\, wine\, travel\, design and LIFE! Lauren has worked in Tourism in Japan for the last 7 years. She’s been living in Japan for more than 25 years and she loves to share her passion for the country. \nWith support from:
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