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CONSULATE-GENERAL
OF JAPAN
601 Union Street, Suite 500 Seattle, WA 98101 Tel: (206) 682-9107 / Fax: (206) 624-9097 www.seattle.us.emb-japan.go.jp |
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Greetings
from the Consul General of Japan
2009 Aki Matsuri (Fall Festival) |
| Welcome
to the 12th Annual Aki Matsuri. I am proud that my office is one of
the founding co-sponsors of this popular annual celebration of Japanese
culture. I am always amazed at the variety and qualities of the programs
offered at Aki Matsuri and greatly appreciate the dedicated volunteers,
who make this event not only possible but extremely successful year
after year. This year, a lacquer ware craftsman from Tsugaru region (currently known as Aomori prefecture located in Northern Japan) will show and explain the techniques involved in producing this beautiful art form. Tsugaru District Researcher, Professor Anthony S. Rausch (PhD) from Hirosaki University, will make a return appearance at Aki Matsuri to present a special lecture about this culturally rich area of Japan. Learn about not only how the innovative lacquering techniques are used to decorate dishes but also how they were originally developed to embellish armor, scabbards and weapons used by the Samurais during the Edo period in Japan. (1603-1868). For visitors who prefer a little more action, the festival will also feature demonstrations and lectures about the 10th century Japanese "ways of the sword" as presented by experts from Tokyo and Kagoshima. These modern day samurai will talk about Saigo Takamori, one of the "Last Samurais," and his trademark swordsmanship. While you are at the Aki Matsuri, please do not forget to visit the Consulate-General of Japan booth, where you will find a variety of complimentary information about tourism and culture in Japan. (The first 100 people to mention, "I read the greeting by your Consul General," and the secret phrase, "Kabuki is coming to Seattle", will receive a small gift from our friendly staff.) |
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Mitsunori
Namba Consul General of Japan at Seattle |
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