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SUMMARY:Origami Workshop with PAPER
DTSTART:20250418T100000
DTEND:20250418T120000
CATEGORIES:SC-ALL
DESCRIPTION:Track: Cultural Panel\nTags: SC-ALL\n\nDiscover the fascinatin
 g craft of origami and learn how to fold decorative\, amusing and practica
 l items with a sheet of paper.
LOCATION:Workshop - 330
STATUS:ACTIVE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Dreamland Maid Cafe
DTSTART:20250418T110000
DTEND:20250418T150000
CATEGORIES:Dreamland,Maid Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Track: Cultural Panel\nTags: Dreamland\,Maid Cafe\n\nBook a re
 servation for the Dreamland Maid Cafe at
LOCATION:Dreamland Maid Cafe - Elliot Bay Room
STATUS:ACTIVE
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SUMMARY:The Japanese Tea Ceremony of Chanoyu presented by the East-West Ch
 anoyu Center
DTSTART:20250418T120000
DTEND:20250418T130000
CATEGORIES:Cultural,SC-ALL,Tea Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Track: Cultural Panel\nTags: Cultural\,SC-ALL\,Tea Ceremony\n\
 n"The interactive Japanese Tea Ceremony\, known as Chanoyu\, is a 400-year
 -old cultural practice that cultivates mindfulness and gratitude through a
 rt\, aesthetics\, and hospitality.\nStepping into the tearoom\, guests are
  enveloped in the soothing sounds of boiling water\, the seasonal beauty o
 f handcrafted tea implements\, the subtle fragrance of incense\, and the e
 xquisite taste of freshly whisked matcha tea.\nWe invite you to immerse yo
 urself in this multi-sensory experience at SakuraCon 2025."
LOCATION:Tea Ceremony - 338-339
STATUS:ACTIVE
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SUMMARY:Modern Swordfighting Through Historical European Martial Arts
DTSTART:20250418T140000
DTEND:20250418T153000
CATEGORIES:SC-ALL
DESCRIPTION:Track: Cultural Panel\nTags: SC-ALL\n\n
LOCATION:SakuraDome - 6E
STATUS:ACTIVE
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SUMMARY:Samurai Undressed
DTSTART:20250418T143000
DTEND:20250418T160000
CATEGORIES:Cultural,SC-10
DESCRIPTION:Track: Cultural Panel\nTags: Cultural\,SC-10\n\nGet up close a
 nd personal with the samurai! Hear about the real legends that are now por
 trayed in pop culture. Discover what lies beneath the armor figuratively a
 nd literally! See how the individual components of Japanese armor were wor
 n and what types of accessories and weapons a samurai may have carried int
 o battle. Learn about interesting places to visit in Japan if you’re a f
 an of these ancient warriors!
LOCATION:Prog Panels - 343-344
STATUS:ACTIVE
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SUMMARY:Husky Wushu
DTSTART:20250418T160000
DTEND:20250418T170000
CATEGORIES:SC-ALL
DESCRIPTION:Track: Cultural Panel\nTags: SC-ALL\n\nWushu is a Chinese mart
 ial art and international sport derived from hundreds of years of traditio
 nal Chinese Kung Fu. Husky Wushu has been an active club at UW for over 15
  years\, with a mission to foster an inclusive community around the practi
 ce of Chinese martial arts. We will be performing a medley of individual f
 orms\, group forms and fight sets\, including hand forms and weapon forms 
 such as sword\, staff\, and fan. We'll be doing a workshop after our perfo
 rmance\, so stick around to learn some skills from us!
LOCATION:SakuraDome - 6E
STATUS:ACTIVE
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SUMMARY:Dreamland Maid Cafe
DTSTART:20250418T160000
DTEND:20250418T190000
CATEGORIES:Dreamland,Maid Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Track: Cultural Panel\nTags: Dreamland\,Maid Cafe\n\nBook a re
 servation for the Dreamland Maid Cafe at
LOCATION:Dreamland Maid Cafe - Elliot Bay Room
STATUS:ACTIVE
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SUMMARY:Discover the Sound of Traditional Japanese Harp
DTSTART:20250419T070000
DTEND:20250419T080000
CATEGORIES:SC-ALL
DESCRIPTION:Track: Cultural Panel\nTags: SC-ALL\n\nJoin our interactive pa
 nel presenting beautiful Japanese music! Koto no WA\, ensemble of local ko
 to (Japanese harp) musicians in the Greater Seattle Area\, will play both 
 traditional and contemporary songs\, including some songs from anime serie
 s. The panel will be a combination of live music performances and Q & A se
 ssions to be followed by hands-on experience time when participants can ta
 lk directly with the performing musicians. Don’t miss this rare opportun
 ity to experience Japan’s traditional string instrument with more than a
  thousand years of history.
LOCATION:Prog Panels - 307
STATUS:ACTIVE
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Dreamland Maid Cafe
DTSTART:20250419T110000
DTEND:20250419T150000
CATEGORIES:Dreamland,Maid Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Track: Cultural Panel\nTags: Dreamland\,Maid Cafe\n\nBook a re
 servation for the Dreamland Maid Cafe at
LOCATION:Dreamland Maid Cafe - Elliot Bay Room
STATUS:ACTIVE
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:The Japanese Tea Ceremony of Chanoyu presented by the East-West Ch
 anoyu Center
DTSTART:20250419T140000
DTEND:20250419T150000
CATEGORIES:Cultural,SC-ALL,Tea Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Track: Cultural Panel\nTags: Cultural\,SC-ALL\,Tea Ceremony\n\
 n"The interactive Japanese Tea Ceremony\, known as Chanoyu\, is a 400-year
 -old cultural practice that cultivates mindfulness and gratitude through a
 rt\, aesthetics\, and hospitality.\nStepping into the tearoom\, guests are
  enveloped in the soothing sounds of boiling water\, the seasonal beauty o
 f handcrafted tea implements\, the subtle fragrance of incense\, and the e
 xquisite taste of freshly whisked matcha tea.\nWe invite you to immerse yo
 urself in this multi-sensory experience at SakuraCon 2025."
LOCATION:Tea Ceremony - 338-339
STATUS:ACTIVE
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SUMMARY:Kendo and Iaido Demonstration
DTSTART:20250419T143000
DTEND:20250419T153000
CATEGORIES:SC-10
DESCRIPTION:Track: Cultural Panel\nTags: SC-10\n\n"Kendo\, meaning ""path 
 of the sword\,"" is a traditional Japanese martial art descended from Kenj
 utsu. It is practiced with bamboo swords and armored gear\, and is a comba
 tive martial art. Iaido\, meaning ""the path of drawing the sword"" is a t
 raditional martial art developed in the Edo period as a meditative way for
  Samurai to remember how to draw their swords in peacetime. Due to using m
 etal swords called Iaito\, it is a non-combative martial art."
LOCATION:SakuraDome - 6E
STATUS:ACTIVE
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SUMMARY:Working in Japan on the JET Program
DTSTART:20250419T150000
DTEND:20250419T160000
CATEGORIES:Cultural,SC-ALL
DESCRIPTION:Track: Cultural Panel\nTags: Cultural\,SC-ALL\n\nAre you inter
 ested in working in Japan? The Japan Exchange Teaching (JET) Program has b
 rought over70\,000 participants from more than 55 countries to work in sch
 ools\, boards of education\, and government offices throughout Japan! The 
 JET Program is the only teaching exchange program managed by the governmen
 t of Japan. Learn more about the application process and hear from former 
 participants about their time in Japan and the impact that the JET Program
  has had on their lives. Note: A bachelor’s degree is a minimum requirem
 ent for this job opportunity.
LOCATION:Workshop - 330
STATUS:ACTIVE
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SUMMARY:Dreamland Maid Cafe
DTSTART:20250419T160000
DTEND:20250419T190000
CATEGORIES:Dreamland,Maid Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Track: Cultural Panel\nTags: Dreamland\,Maid Cafe\n\nBook a re
 servation for the Dreamland Maid Cafe at
LOCATION:Dreamland Maid Cafe - Elliot Bay Room
STATUS:ACTIVE
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SUMMARY:Inu-Oh Screening
DTSTART:20250419T173000
DTEND:20250419T193000
CATEGORIES:Screening
DESCRIPTION:Track: Cultural Panel\nTags: Screening\n\nInu-Oh (犬王) is a
  historical musical anime film directed by Masaaki Yuasa and produced by S
 cience SARU. It is based on the novel Tales of the Heike: Inu-Oh by Hideo 
 Furukawa. The film is set in 14th century Japan.\n\nIt premiered at the Ve
 nice International Film Festival.\nSynopsis: Born to an esteemed family\, 
 Inu-oh is afflicted with an ancient curse that has left him on the margins
  of society. When he meets the blind musician Tomona\, a young biwa priest
  haunted by his past\, Inu-oh discovers a captivating ability to dance. Th
 e pair quickly become inseparable friends as crowds flock to their electri
 c\, larger-than-life concerts. But when those in power threaten to break u
 p the band\, Inu-oh and Tomona must dance and sing to uncover the truth be
 hind their creative gifts. \nOriginal Voice Cast:\nInu-oh: Avu-chan (Queen
  Bee)\nTomona: Mirai Moriyama\nLord Yoshimitsu Ashikaga: Tasuku Emoto\nInu
 -oh’s Father: Kenjiro Tsuda\nTomona’s Father: Yutaka Matsushige\nEngli
 sh Dub Cast:\nInu-oh: Joshua Waters\nTomona: Sena Bryer\nLord Yoshimitsu A
 shikaga: Cory Yee\nInu-oh (Teen): Holden Thomas\nTomona (Young): Carter Yo
 ung\nTomona (Teen): Jonathan Leon
LOCATION:Relations Panels/Premiers - Ballroom 2
STATUS:ACTIVE
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SUMMARY:JET Program Alumni Meet-Up
DTSTART:20250419T183000
DTEND:20250419T190000
CATEGORIES:Cultural,SC-13
DESCRIPTION:Track: Cultural Panel\nTags: Cultural\,SC-13\n\n“Once you’
 re a JET\, you’re always a JET!” The Consulate-General of Japan in Sea
 ttle is teaming up with the PNW JET Alumni Association to host the JET Alu
 mni Meet-Up! There is life beyond the BoE\, and truth can be stranger than
  fiction when it comes to the daily life of a JET working in Japan! We kno
 w you’re here: come meet other nerdy alumni to connect\, reminisce\, and
  share your real-life anime-zing stories! If you're not a yet a JET\, come
  join us to learn about the “JET Experience” from those who have “be
 en there and done that” at this relaxed\, fun\, and informal gathering.
LOCATION:Workshop - 330
STATUS:ACTIVE
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SUMMARY:Mastering Japanese Singing: Techniques & Live Coaching
DTSTART:20250420T103000
DTEND:20250420T113000
CATEGORIES:SC-ALL
DESCRIPTION:Track: Cultural Panel\nTags: SC-ALL\n\n"Learn how to sing Japa
 nese songs with confidence and authenticity\, even if you can’t read or 
 speak Japanese! Join professional Japanese vocal coach Ko Nakamura\, based
  in North America\, for an engaging and interactive panel designed to elev
 ate your Japanese singing skills. With over 12 years of experience coachin
 g more than 500 singers worldwide—including VTubers and utaite performer
 s—Ko brings his expertise to help you master essential techniques and ov
 ercome common challenges when singing in Japanese. \nIn the first half\, y
 ou’ll learn:\n-The unique rules and quirks of reading romaji in Japanese
  songs. \n-Proper Japanese pronunciation to avoid common mistakes\, even f
 or advanced learners.\n-Tips for achieving authentic Japanese vocal expres
 sion\, straight from a native coach.In the second half\, it’s your turn 
 to take the stage!\nParticipate in our “Chorus Singing Challenge"" by se
 lecting a song from our curated setlist and performing alongside music. Ko
  will provide live coaching and feedback\, giving you a rare chance to exp
 erience one-on-one vocal training in a fun and supportive setting. Whether
  you’re a beginner or have experience singing in Japanese\, this panel o
 ffers valuable insights and hands-on practice to elevate your performance.
  Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn from a native Japanese voca
 l coach and take your Japanese singing to the next level!"
LOCATION:Prog Panels - 445-446
STATUS:ACTIVE
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SUMMARY:Dreamland Maid Cafe
DTSTART:20250420T110000
DTEND:20250420T160000
CATEGORIES:Dreamland,Maid Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Track: Cultural Panel\nTags: Dreamland\,Maid Cafe\n\nBook a re
 servation for the Dreamland Maid Cafe at
LOCATION:Dreamland Maid Cafe - Elliot Bay Room
STATUS:ACTIVE
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SUMMARY:Learn Japanese Festival Dances with UW Taiko Kai!
DTSTART:20250420T120000
DTEND:20250420T130000
CATEGORIES:Cultural,SC-ALL
DESCRIPTION:Track: Cultural Panel\nTags: Cultural\,SC-ALL\n\nBon Odori is 
 a style of dance performed by community members of all ages for Obon\, a J
 apanese holiday and festival for honoring and celebrating one's ancestors.
  Come join us for a Wadaiko (Japanese Traditional Drumming) performance an
 d to learn Obon dances so you can join on the fun next Obon season! No exp
 erience or intense movement required!
LOCATION:SakuraDome - 6E
STATUS:ACTIVE
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SUMMARY:The Fabulous Furoshiki - Japanese Cloth Wrapping Techniques
DTSTART:20250420T123000
DTEND:20250420T140000
CATEGORIES:Cultural,SC-ALL
DESCRIPTION:Track: Cultural Panel\nTags: Cultural\,SC-ALL\n\nSince ancient
  times\, the Japanese have used a simple square cloth called a furoshiki t
 o wrap and carry anything and everything. In today’s environmentally con
 scious age of maximizing use and minimizing waste\, the furoshiki is makin
 g a strong comeback! Learn the basics of how to use this “eco-friendly
 ” alternative to plastic bags and wrapping paper. This is a hands-on int
 roduction to fun and functional Japanese furoshiki wrapping techniques!
LOCATION:Workshop - 330
STATUS:ACTIVE
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SUMMARY:Husky Taekwondo Demo Team
DTSTART:20250420T133000
DTEND:20250420T140000
CATEGORIES:SC-ALL
DESCRIPTION:Track: Cultural Panel\nTags: SC-ALL\n\n
LOCATION:SakuraDome - 6E
STATUS:ACTIVE
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SUMMARY:An Intro to Japanese Traditional Instruments with Dekoboko Taiko
DTSTART:20250420T133000
DTEND:20250420T143000
CATEGORIES:Cultural,SC-ALL
DESCRIPTION:Track: Cultural Panel\nTags: Cultural\,SC-ALL\n\nDekoboko Taik
 o invites you to learn about the rich history of traditional Japanese inst
 ruments\, particularly percussion and winds\, and their cultural influence
  in Japan and the world. This fun and interactive panel will include a per
 formance and demonstration by members of the local Seattle group Dekoboko 
 Taiko. Explore the festive beats of the taiko\, the dancing clicks of the 
 naruko\, the lively melodies of the fue\, and a few more surprises! Partic
 ipants will be able to try out many of the featured instruments and enjoy 
 a full performance from the group!
LOCATION:Prog Panels - 440-442
STATUS:ACTIVE
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SUMMARY:The Japanese Tea Ceremony of Chanoyu presented by the East-West Ch
 anoyu Center
DTSTART:20250420T140000
DTEND:20250420T150000
CATEGORIES:Cultural,SC-ALL,Tea Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Track: Cultural Panel\nTags: Cultural\,SC-ALL\,Tea Ceremony\n\
 n"The interactive Japanese Tea Ceremony\, known as Chanoyu\, is a 400-year
 -old cultural practice that cultivates mindfulness and gratitude through a
 rt\, aesthetics\, and hospitality.\nStepping into the tearoom\, guests are
  enveloped in the soothing sounds of boiling water\, the seasonal beauty o
 f handcrafted tea implements\, the subtle fragrance of incense\, and the e
 xquisite taste of freshly whisked matcha tea.\nWe invite you to immerse yo
 urself in this multi-sensory experience at SakuraCon 2025."
LOCATION:Tea Ceremony - 338-339
STATUS:ACTIVE
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SUMMARY:Ikebana Demonstration (Japanese flower arrangement)
DTSTART:20250420T143000
DTEND:20250420T153000
CATEGORIES:SC-ALL
DESCRIPTION:Track: Cultural Panel\nTags: SC-ALL\n\nSogetsu Ikebana is the 
 modern school of Japanese flower arranging\, dynamic and relevant to the t
 imes. It is the one of the largest schools of ikebana in Japan\, with head
 quarters in Tokyo and branches throughout the world. Sogetsu emphasizes in
 dividual creative expression using the materials of nature as the medium. 
 Megumi Schacher is a certified instructor with the rank of riji\, which is
  the highest possible rank. She is an active member of the ikebana communi
 ty\, teaching\, exhibiting\, and demonstrating the art and practice of Sog
 etsu ikebana. Today she will create arrangements for you that introduce th
 e concepts and techniques of ikebana.
LOCATION:Workshop - 330
STATUS:ACTIVE
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