Our Latest News and Articles of Interest | 2009
- Japan Society Awards - from 1994 - 2009
This article lists every winner of the Japan Society Awards from 1994 - 2009. A link where possible is also included to allow you to see who has contributed to the promotion of Japanese-UK relations. - Our Japanese langauge study centres
We are proud to annouce that our Japanese language classes will be taking place in Kings College the Strand for our July through to September 2009 intake. - FREE Vista desktop widget - gadget to learn hiragana and katakana
You are welcome to download for free this really cool application that will allow you to learn katakana and hiragana from your desktop. Use this application at work! Every major character is shown for each alphabet. - Learning Japanese outside the United Kingdom?
Learning Japanese in the UK is our business but we appreciate that many of our readers are not in the UK. We would like to suggest this resource to help you find a good Japanese language school. Read more: - Language learning resources
The web is awash with language learning resources. Finding the correct and useful resources is tricky. We outline some good sites here. Read more! - Kamishibai (紙芝居)
Kamishibai is a sort of Punch and Judy show....but better. Your guest speaker talk about this art form so have a read! - Bon Odori Dance Festival in Japan
As a lover of everything Japanese, we are keen to let our students and readers aware of the Bon-odori Japanese Dance Festival. Read more! - When are the Japanese National Holidays?
There are 15 scheduled national holidays in Japan, but when are they and what do they signify. It is likely that your guest speaker and tea will discuss one or more of these events, so it would be good for you to have a quick read and familirise yourself. - Is it difficult to learn Japanese?
Is it easy, or indeed possible, to learn Japanese? As the world's ninth most widely spoken language there has always seem to have been a perception learning Japanese is impossible. If someone can learn to speak Japanese fluently, can they also levitate? As a Japanese language school we are obviously going to say that everyone and anyone can learn Japanese, but seriously, how difficult is it? Lets find out once and for all! - Japanese Manga: Exhibition
The theme of one of our classes is Japanese manga and anime. This exhibiton, titled, "How Manga Took Over the World!" is amazing! Read more.... - Astro Boy - The most famous Manga of all time?
In week six, our class looks at Japanese Manga and Anime. Our guest speaker will surely tell us about Astro boy! Familiarise yourself before the class! - About us - Concise Courses Limited
We might be new off the ground but our appetite is big! To read about us please read this post.
Weekly Japanese Events in London Blog Posts | 2009
- Moving to a new home!
We are moving to a new folder that will reflect our move into professional qualifications rather than only Japanese events happening in London - Japanese Events in London: 30th - 6th December 2009
We love to promote Japanese film at concise courses, (we recently attended a viewing of 'A Story of Love and Hate' that we loved). Next week will be the première of "Departures" by Yojiro Takita, winner of the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film 2009, and many other international accolades, including 10 Japan Academy prize awards, achieving tremendous critical success. ALSO! There is a chance to win free tickets and a poster of the film! - Japanese Events in London: 23rd - 29th November 2009
A reminder that we still have availability on our Japanese language course in central London starting the beginning of January 2010. The Sci-Fi Surgery has medical robots as the theme for the latest exhibition at the Hunterian Museum, Royal College of Surgeons. The exhibition explores the fascinating world of medical robotics, their inspiration and what the future may hold in this field. - Japanese Events in London: 16th - 22nd November 2009
President Obama visits Japan and loves matcha ice cream! Also, throughout November 2009 we note a play titled: Peach Boy! The Oxfordshire Theatre Company is touring with a play based on the traditional Japanese folk story Momotaro/Peach Boy to rural communities across England. "Peach Boy: The Adventures of Momotaro" is written by Richard Hurford and integrates Japanese art forms and artists into the company and the production will fuse puppetry, live performance, movement and design, all inspired by the Far East. - Japanese Events in London: 9th - 15th November 2009
This week we see a talk on challenges for businesses with regard to global warming. Also, a free Japanese Tobe Pottery event and a Japanese Fan Dance that will take place at the The Japan Room. - Japanese Events in London: 2nd - 8th November 2009
There is a lot going on this week. 'A story of love and hate' is being shown at SOAS. This film won the Best International Documentary at the 2009 Norwegian Documentary Film Festival and Special Jury Prize at the 2009 Nodo Doc Fest, Trieste, Italy. The Japanese Conversation Group are meeting up and the Japan Foundation are also hosting a Japanese language event. Lastly, for music lovers, there is a very interesting talk titled; "Exploring New Music from Japan" Enjoy. - Japanese events in London: 26th October - 1st November 2009
We still have a few places on our January 2010 Japanese language course - so sign up now if you are interested!! This week we note two interesting lectures: one on Kyoto, given by one of our previous excellent guest speakers, Pauline Chakmakjian. The second talk is on Japanese Ornithology and will be held at the Oriental Club. Lastly, this is the last chance for you to attend an exhibition and the Embassy of Japan about "The Father of Japanese Modern Architecture: Josiah Conder." - Japanese events in London: 19th October - 25th October 2009
Our Japanese language students are in for a treat. To compliment their cultural Anime and Manga cultural class, we encourage them to attend a talk being given by the Hunterian Museum at the The Royal College of Surgeons, on who else but Astro Boy!! We note another new Japanese Garden being opened at Chiddingstone Castle and a talk being hosted by the Daiwa Foundation and the Japan Society on Russia and Japanese/European relations. - Japanese events in London: 12th October - 18th October 2009
Astro-boy is remastered and is being shown as part of the BFI 2009 Film Festival!! This is a must for all Japanophiles and lovers of Manga and Anime to attend. Also, we note a Japanese festival in Brighton, ok, we know that isn't London but it is near enough and cool enough for us to report on. There are a couple of other talks worth mentioning and an expanded Japan Centre in Picadilly and Regents Street. Enjoy. - Japanese events in London: 5th October - 11th October 2009
Book your tickets now for the Sushi Awards 2009!! You have been warned! This event is going to be the best ever! The Japan Matsuri was a great success - read more! - Japanese events in London: 28th September - 4th October 2009
Japan Society Awards 2009. Also, we note that there are sports events this Saturday: golf and rugby. Get stuck in! We are as usual looking to recruit Japanese language students so please let us know if you are interested! - Japanese events in London: 21st September - 27th September 2009
We note two events this week: a talk on ancient Japan and a talk on modern Japan. Both events are organised by the Japan Society and the Daiwa Anglo-Japanese Foundation. As promoters of Japanese language and culture in London, we think that these two talks will be very worthwhile. Get involved!! - Japanese events in London: 14th September - 20th September 2009
This week we see the Japanese Matsuri event in London - this Saturday!! As London's premier Japanese language school we cannot emphasise enough how cool this event will be. We actively encourage all our Japanese language students to attend this event, and of course all our Japanophile readers! - Japanese events in London: 7th September - 13th September 2009
The Japan Society host another book club event and there is a Noh event at the Victoria and Albert Museum. - Japanese events in London: 31st August - 6th September 2009
This week, our Japanese language school in London has the privilege of welcoming a trustee from the Japan Society. Also, there is a Japanese language conversation group meeting and a Japanese cup and ball flying event at the South Bank. Please contact us if you are interested in attending this lecture or of course for more information about our Japanese language school!! - Japanese events in London: 24th August - 30th August 2009
Our Japanese Language course in our central London study centre was in full swing with a visit from the British Origami Society! If you are interested let us know and we will invite you next time!!! Not to forget that our next Japanese language course begins on the 4th October 2009. This week we report on an event organised by the Japanese conversation group on Friday at the Water Poet pub and an art exhibition in Glasgow, Scotland. Any tips or suggestions please get in contact! Arigato! - Japanese events in London: 17th August - 23rd August 2009
Meet the Japanese guy that started the credit crunch and the global recession. Yes - tomatoes at the ready. Just kidding - this professional banker will give us a fascinating insight into the Japanese and of course global recession. Our Japanese students that work in banking might be very interesting in this! - Japanese events in London: 10th August - 16th August 2009
We had to update this blog owing to the Japanese earthquake that hit Japan....luckily no none was killed - a testament to Japanese construction ingenuity. Our more fluent Japanese speakers visitors to our blog might be interested in a position being offered by the Japan Foundation in our blog. Again, not too much to report this week for those looking to learn Japanese - but this Saturday, we will have a sushi class taking place after our Japanese language element. Contact us for more information!! Only £24 to attend the cultural event! - Japanese events in London: 3rd August - 9th August 2009
Barry Crisp from i-genius Japan joins us for a third week guest talk and we have a look at the state of the Japanese economy. Not too much going on in London for our Japanese language students - but have a read none the less! - Japanese Events in London: 27th -2nd August 2009
Not too much to report this week, only a puppet show that is outside London! We hope to update this blog this week with anything else that we can find. However - importantly, our July term is underway and we still have availability so if you wish to enrol on a Japanese language course then here is your chance! - Japanese Events in London: 20th -26th July 2009
Our course starts on the 25th July 2009 for those people that want to learn how to speak Japanese in London. Also we note a mixed disability dance show at the Chickenshed theatre. - Japanese Events in London: 13th - 19th July 2009
Anime films at the Barbican - how can you miss that!?? Our students will be dragged to that event whether they like it or not because that is an absolute must! Also this week, the Japan Society will announce the winner of their much competition hosted by the Embassy of Japan. Oh, and a trip to Brighton as well to practice your Japanese. For more information please read on! - Japanese Events in London: 6th - 12th July 2009
Soil & "Pimp" Sessions in London. These guys are possibly the coolest band to come out of Japan. Ever!? We think so. Real up-tempo Jazz which bags of flavour and energy. These guys also have real stage presence and are born entertainers. Also, we bring you a Japanese garden event and a play celebrating Tanabata! - Japanese events in London: 29th June - 5th July 2009
If you enjoy the club scene then you must go to the Disco Geisha at the Notting Hill Arts Club, with DJ Tomoki Tamura. Also, on a similiar vein, if you like Pub quizzes and are learning Japanese (or are interested in Japan) then get yourself down to this quiz organised by the Japan Society. - Japanese Events in London: 22nd - 28th June 2009
Bring you Japanese events in London - Concise Courses has highlighted two events that will be of interest: a lecture on Japanese-UK relations over the years and a dance company offering a fun night out. - Japanese Events in London: 15th - 21st June 2009
This week we highlight a play by Yukio Mishima and an art exhibition by Kyoichi Tsuzuki. - Japanese Events in London: 8th - 14th June 2009
Learn Japanese - learn the culture! This week we see many events for Japanophiles in London: Japanese freemasons, golf tournaments and book festivals - read on! - Japanese Events in London: 1st - 7th June 2009
Learning Japanese is made easier when combined with the culture. Each week we highlight Japanese events in London through our blog that we think our students and readers will find interesting. This week we picked up on two cool events in London - read more! - Japanese Events in London: 25th - 31st May 2009
These week - help in a Japanese garden and an insight into how the recession is hurting Japan - are there investment opportunities? Find out at this lecture - read more: - Japanese Events in London: 18th - 24th May 2009
The Chelsea Garden Show is here again and Miss Kay Yamada from the Barakura English Garden is a finalist. Her garden is a fusion of Japanese-British plants and themes. Also this week, the Embassy of Japan are hosting the final seminar celebrating 150 years of Anglo-Japanese relations. - Japanese Events in London: 11th - 17th May 2009
This week sees the launch of a book "Project Japan." Project Japan is the product of a long journey by author Graham Cooper, relating to contemporary art and architecture in Japan, this project involved over a decade of commitment, more than a dozen research and documentation visits to Japan and the help of an influential network of participants. Also this week, an academic UK-Japanese trade conference by invitation at the Embassy of Japan - Japanese Events in London: 4th - 10th May 2009
This week we pick up on two Japanese language events: one for students and the other is for teachers. - Japanese Events in London: 27th - 3rd May 2009
The single largest undertaking by a Japanese filmmaker at the time, Seven Samurai was a technical and creative watershed that became Japan's highest-grossing movie and set a new standard for the industry - and its here in London - on the widescreen. 28th April 2009! Go! - Japanese Events in London: 20th - 26th April 2009
Whats up this week! We have some news from the Japanese Embassy and education - this will be of interest to you if you would like to visit Japan and have an academic interest. - Japanese Events in London: 13th - 19th April 2009
These blog posts cover any major Japanese events happening in London, including art, culture, fashion, music etc. These posts are all aimed at our students and we hope to mention these events in all our classes. - Japanese Events in London: 6th - 12th April 2009
Visit a simply fantastic and very talented Japanese-British artist's exhibition in London.