Author Archive for Valentine

Drawing Sessions (April)

Published
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Valentine
on 2 April 2007
in Anime/Manga Events and Events Calendar
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Hi all,

April’s here, and our weekly drawing sessions are still going strong! Anyone who is interested in drawing in the style of Japanese animation is welcome. This is a relaxed get-together for artists of any level, giving anyone an opportunity to come together, draw, share tips, make friends, chill out and have fun.

Day: Mondays (2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd, 30th March 2007)
Time: 6pm to 7pm
Venue: 5-6-12 (Applied Science) (Should there be a change in location, signs will be put up to redirect you.)

Introducing Our Magazine!

Published
by
Valentine
on 14 March 2007
in General
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Hi all,

For months and years now, we’ve been wanting to have a place where you could read the opinions and news coming straight from your fellow members. From the latest anime reviews to what’s happening at the coolest Japanese restaurants, this is now a reality.

We’re pleased to introduce our online magazine.

Clocking in at a consistent weekly schedule, we’ve been putting together some content from the past few months just for you! You can even comment on and discuss your favourite articles, all within the magazine itself.

If you’re interested in contributing to the magazine, we’re also interested in having you! This is a great opportunity for budding writers and artists to get their voice out to the world. Passion is a must, while a good grasp of English or a good feel for drawing is a plus.

Do email editor@tpjcg.org with samples of your writing or artwork (blog posts and articles similar to those already on the magazine are a good way to start) if you’re interested in contributing. Authors of all published articles will receive due renumeration and SEAL points - even more reason for you to start writing and drawing!

PLAY! A Video Game Symphony

Published
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Valentine
on 2 March 2007
in Events Calendar and Main Events
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Hi all,

PLAY! A Video Game Symphony is coming to Singapore!

As part of the Singapore Arts Festival 2007, PLAY! features award-winning music from blockbuster video games such as Final Fantasy, The Legend of Zelda, Sonic The Hedgehog and Super Mario Bros. Outstanding games footages on large screens accompany the symphonic extravaganza performed by the Singapore Festival Orchestra supported by a chorus conducted by the Grammy Award-winning Arnie Roth.

This is a heart-thumping treat for all and a must-see for any video game fan.

Date: Friday, 15 June 2007 and Saturday, 16 June 2007
Time: 7.30pm-9.30pm
Venue: Esplanade Concert Hall
Admission: Tickets cost $20, $30, $40, $50, $70*.

Thanks to the support from the Singapore Arts Festival, we’re pleased to be able to offer a student discount of 20% off normal ticket prices, as well as a special $15* ticket, to all students, lecturers and ex-members. This is a savings of up to $14 a ticket!

*(Ticket prices listed do not include SISTIC fee of $1 per $15 or $20 ticket and $2 per $30-$70 ticket.)

So grab a few friends, whether they’re members or not, to watch this concert with!

If you are interested in joining us in watching this concert, please send an email to comm@tpjcg.org with your name, contact number and the number and types of tickets you are interested in by Saturday, 3 March 2007. Please note that a deposit is payable upon booking. We will contact you shortly with more details.

This video game concert is definitely one not to be missed!

Japan Education Seminar 2007

Published
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Valentine
on 7 February 2007
in Events Calendar and Main Events
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Hi all,

If you dream of going to Japan for your further education, make time this Friday. There will be a seminar held in Suntec City, which will introduce all aspects on higher education in Japan to the potential students who are interested to pursue study in Japan.

Topics include the education system in Japan, information on scholarships and personal experiences of graduates. You may also seek consultation with the officers/representatives during the “Individual Q&A Sessions” at the seminar.

Consulting representatives include staff from Embassy of Japan (EOJ), Japanese Student Services Organisation (JASSO), Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science & Technology - Japan (MEXT), and returned graduates from Japanese University Graduates Association of Singapore (JUGAS).

Date: Friday, 9 February 2007
Time: 9am - 12.30pm, 1.30pm - 5pm
Venue: Suntec Singapore International Convention & Exhibition Centre, Room 306
Admission: Free

While this seminar is held during curriculum hours, we believe that you can enter the event at any time, so do drop by before or after class! You can take SBS service 518 to/from TP.

If you are interested in participating, please send an email to comm@tpjcg.org with your name, admission number, contact number, school and year of study by the morning of Friday, 9 February 2007. SEAL points will be awarded for participation.

Chingay 2007

Published
by
Valentine
on 18 December 2006
in Events Calendar and Main Events
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Hi all,

It’s almost the new year, and Chingay 2007 is around the corner! The Japanese Association, Singapore will be taking part in Chingay once again and they have invited us to join them in this annual event.

Every year, JAS performs the bon-dance, a traditional Japanese folk dance as their performance at the parade.

Practice sessions will be held weekly on Thursdays and Saturdays from 2pm to 4pm. These practice sessions are not compulsary, but you get to learn the dance moves and interact with other Japanese folks and Japanese culture enthusiasts there.

However, there will be parade rehearsals on the following Saturdays, which are compulsary if you would be participating in the parade:

27 January 2007 from 2pm to 4pm
10 February 2007 from 2pm to night

The big event itself, the Chingay 2007 parade itself, would be held on 23 February and 24 February at night!

This event requires a high level of commitment, but if you’re free and take an interest in traditional Japanese culture, do take this chance to join in the festivities as chances like these come only once a year! SEAL points will be awarded for participation.

If you’re interested or have any questions, please email comm@tpjcg.org by Wednesday, 20 December 2006. We’ll require your full name (as in matric card), matric number, your school, and your year of study if you’re participating, so do include them in.