Monthly Archives: June 2012

Highlights from The Riches of Japan

Posted on June 30, 2012 by jenny
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Our most recent Language of Food event went beyond anything we’ve done before both in terms of attendance and in the scope of the performances and collaborations that made the evening so unforgettable.  Over 100 guests and participants filled the Cultural Center’s hall last Saturday, spilling out onto the terrace as the sun finally came out from behind the clouds. Chef Kotaro Kumita of Shiro’s Sushi outdid himself in preparing … Continue reading →

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New Additions to Language of Food Japan

Posted on June 19, 2012 by jenny
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We’re couldn’t be more excited about this Saturday’s Language of Food Japan! It promises to be a full evening of music, food, and culture.  Below are three new additions to the program. Don’t have tickets yet? A few more are still available – call us today at 360-321-2101 or email info@nwlanguageacademy.com to register.  Don’t miss out! Yukata tying with the Seattle-Kobe Sister City/Hyogo Business and Cultural Center Yukata Collection NWLA is … Continue reading →

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Riches of Japan: Dinner Menu

Posted on June 12, 2012 by jenny
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Our Language of Food Japan is fast approaching! Below, Chef Kotaro shares his dinner and cooking class menus.  Itadakimasu! Dinner Menu Edamame Nigiri Sushi Yellowtail, tuna, shrimp, etc. Rolls California roll, etc. Nanbanzuke Marinated Salmon with Seaweed Salad Spinach Goma-ae Spinach with Sesame Dressing Miso Soup Matcha Purin Green Tea Pudding Hōjicha Roasted Tea Cooking Class Recipes will include: Home-made nigiri and sushi rolls Miso soup with clams Spinach salad … Continue reading →

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The Riches of Japan: Performers & Collaborators

Posted on June 4, 2012 by jenny
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One World Taiko Watch on YouTube One World Taiko presents a contemporary style of Japanese drumming that incorporates dynamic and fluid movement as well as heart pounding percussion. Their music is drawn from Japan’s ancient tradition of lively festival drumming and One World Taiko’s own creative rhythms, arrangements and choreography, adding a modern spirit to the ancient tradition of taiko. Their repertoire includes traditional pieces, which were taught to them by … Continue reading →

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