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NC Japan Center

Founded in 1980, The NC Japan Center strengthens North Carolina's academic, business, and cultural ties with Japan by serving as a focal point for interaction between their citizens, universities, companies, and public and private institutions.

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Izumi means “wellspring” or “source.” Our newsletter is a source of information that will keep you up to date on what we’ve got going on at Spring Hill House.

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NC Japan Center Welcomes New Extension Education and Community Outreach Manager

The NC Japan Center has announced the addition of Elena Yamagishi as its new Extension Education and Community Outreach Manager, a role that signals renewed momentum in the Center’s programming, partnerships and community engagement efforts.

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NC Japan Center's new Extension Education and Community Outreach Manager
NC Japan Center’s new Extension Education and Community Outreach Manager

Upcoming events

May 09: Nippon Club of the Triangle’s 2026 Children’s Day (こどもの日) Event

This is a fully hands-on, participatory event — youngsters don’t just watch, they’ll get to try everything themselves! Activities include workshops in Kendo, Chanoyu (Tea Ceremony), Taiko, Origami, and Koinobori crafts, plus Anime Songs and free Mochi tasting. It’s a fantastic way to experience Japanese culture up close.

Volunteers welcome! Please encourage anyone interested to contact: nipponclubtriangle@gmail.com

Register HERE
Promotional image for the film "A Life Reimagined"

May 12 @ 9pm: The fascinating backstory of NC legend, George Masa, is revealed on PBS NC

With unspoken motivations, George Masa used his love for mountains, a self-taught photographic skill and a driving vision of conservation to help create Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the Appalachian Trail. Emmy award winning director Paul Bonesteel tells the dynamic immigrant story that reveals details of Masa’s journey from Japan to the Pacific Northwest, and finally his brave reimagining in Asheville, North Carolina

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Flier for screening of Chimney Town Poupelle

May 17: Japanese Actor & Film Maker, Akihiro Nishino, Screens Hit Film at NC State

Come see the hit Japanese film, Poupelle of Chimney Town, that includes a live Q&A followed by Meet & Greet opportunity with the author and creator, Akihiro Nishino, at Witherspoon Cinema.

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