SP Japanese Cultural Club

SPJCC will be scaling down club activities this month for the coming semestral exams, and we sincerely wish our members all the best! That said, do look forward to an art installation exhibition at the Japan Creative Centre and a Yakult factory visit at the end of February, as well as a giveaway for this month. For those interested in a Japan trip, Tsubasa sensei has kindly agreed to subsidise a person from our club (terms and conditions apply). Beyond that, do look forward to a March packed with activities for the holidays :D

YAKULT FACTORY VISIT

We will be having a Yakult Factory visit where members will be able to gain an insight into the production of one of Japan's famous cultured drinks, as well as the company itself. As per most factory visits, do bring some money with you if you want to buy it fresh from the factory. Places are limited and are given on a first come first serve basis. Registration via forum only.

Date: Friday, 26th February
Time: Tour starts at 2.30pm
Venue: Yakult (S) Pte Ltd
7 Senoko Ave
Singapore 758300
Meeting Place: Sembawang MRT, 1.30pm

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THE MAKING OF YUJI KIMURA Margins

Yuji Kimura has put his hand to multitudes of magazines and literary publications over the years, and is, without doubt, a shining gem in the field of editorial design in Japan. There is simply no other person that has the presence or influence that Kimura commands. His methodology is steeped in an intimacy that is all‐pervasive. Kimura, himself, was involved in putting this exhibition together, which has become a unique installation showcasing his world of editorial design. It is our great hope that you will get to share in his vision where design is not something “special” or “exclusive”, but rather is something that is always close and personal to the life of the beholder.

[Event Details]
Date: 5-26 February 2010
Time: 10 AM - 7 PM
Venue: Japan Creative Centre

[Meeting Details]
Date: 19 February 2010, Friday
Time: 2 PM
Venue: Orchard MRT station


Please do not be late.

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LIMITED EDITION EVA 2.0 COFFEE CAN GIVEAWAY


We are giving away an EVA 2.0 limited edition coffee can (with contents intact, expires 27th May 2010) this month! Just post in our forum thread why you want it in 50 words or less by 28th February, and it can be yours to keep! Incoming year ones intending to join us this year are also eligible, just register in our forums to participate :3



PS: If you are wondering which design out of the six it is, it is this one (image from animevice.com)

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SUBSIDISED JAPAN TRIP


For those who are thinking of going Japan, Tsubasa sensei has announced that he will be subsidising one person to go to Japan with him and another person, selected either from here or another forum.

Dates of travel (tentative): 1st/2nd week of April.

Period of travel: 9 days (Fri night-Sun night 1 week later)
The subsidy can be between 200-400 dollars. To apply for this, kindly email Tsubasa sensei @ takahashi_tsubasa AT hotmail DOT com with the following information:

Name:
MSN:
Age:
Contact Number:
Why do you want to go Japan:
Monthly income (a rough gauge, no need exact):
What do you hope to gain from this travel:
Your current JLPT level:
Current school that you are studying in:
Current level that you are studying:

Terms and Conditions

1. The selected person MUST follow through the entire trip, i.e. cannot just get the subsidy and go by himself/herself upon reaching Japan. Accommodations and itinerary is FIXED.
2. The remaining costs MUST be covered by the person himself/herself (no borrowing/lending from any other people in the group is allowed)
3. If you are earning a salary and ARE selected, you MUST show documentary proof of your income.
4. A consent/indemnity form will have to be signed by your parents.
5. No extension of the trip is allowed.

The following is a general guideline of expenses.

Tickets: $600-700+
JR Pass: $450
Lodging: $39/night (hostel) or $54/night (hotel)
Transport: $70
Food: $250

Itinerary (tentative): Tokyo, Hakone, Osaka (will be removed if not buying JR Pass), Kyoto (will be removed if not buying JR Pass)

In the case of any breach in the terms and conditions, the person will be liable to repay the subsidy granted. Interested applicants, please apply.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to email Tsubasa sensei @ takahashi_tsubasa AT hotmail DOT com.

Deadline: 27th Feb 2010

NOTE: There will be a letter of agreement given to the successful applicant.