Tag Archives: Kyoto

Summer Program: Kyoto Traditional Theatre Training

Posted on February 26, 2014 by Paula

The intensive summer program in Kyoto Traditional Theatre Training invites applications to its 30th annual program, July 18-20 (orientation and overview of performing arts) and training (Jul 21-Aug 8). Master-teachers of the Kanze school noh, Okura school kyogen, and Wakayagi school of nihonbuyo classical dance offer … Continue reading →

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Fun Link Friday: The Stray Cats of Kyoto

Posted on January 3, 2014 by LM

I’m rolling my eyes a bit at the title of this piece, but the photos are a great new lens through which to explore Kyoto. Katayama has taken thousands of pictures of the legendary ancient city that once was the … Continue reading →

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Book Announcement: Tradition, Democracy and the Townscape of Kyoto: Claiming a Right to the Past

Posted on December 8, 2013 by Paula

As the historic capital of the country and the stronghold of the nation’s most celebrated traditions, the city of Kyoto holds a unique place in the Japanese imagination. Widely praised for the beauty of its townscape and natural environments, … Continue reading →

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Job Opening: Director, Kyoto Center, Bing Overseas Studies Program

Posted on July 6, 2013 by Paula

Institution: Stanford University, Bing Overseas Studies Program Location: Japan Position: Director, Stanford Program in Kyoto Job Description: The Bing Overseas Studies Program at Stanford University is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Director for its program in … Continue reading →

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Performance: Kiyotsune at the Kongo Noh Theatre in Kyoto

Posted on June 11, 2013 by Paula

The INI – International Noh Institute is pleased to invite you to the Taikai Gala Recital on 29 June 2013 at the Kongo Noh Theatre in Kyoto. The event will feature the Noh Kiyotsune, in which Diego Pellecchia will make his debut as shite main actor in a full production. … Continue reading →

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Summer Workshop: Traditional Theater Training in Kyoto

Posted on March 16, 2013 by Travis

Traditional Theatre Training invites applicants to study Noh, Kyôgen, or Nihon buyô intensively from July 19-Aug 9 in Kyoto, Japan. T.T.T. introduces the technical skills and spiritual underpinnings of Noh lyric dance, Kyôgen stylized farce, or Kabuki-derived Nihon buyô dance. … Continue reading →

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Job opening: Antioch Education Abroad, Director of Japan & Buddhist Traditions Program

Posted on March 13, 2013 by Nyssa

Antioch Education Abroad, Antioch University is looking for a Director of the Japan and its Buddhist Traditions Program in Kyoto. During the fall semester–September through December 2013, the successful candidate will have responsibility for leading the program in Kyoto, Japan, … Continue reading →

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UNO-Japan: Study at Doshisha University Program

Posted on February 14, 2013 by Paula

May 26-June 29, 2013 Undergraduate students: spend 5 weeks in the heart of Kyoto this summer and earn 6 college credits! The 2013 UNO-Japan: Study at Doshisha University Program is a 5-week summer program designed for participants to learn Japanese … Continue reading →

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Job Openings: Lecturing Opportunities in China and Japan

Posted on February 6, 2013 by Paula

Context Travel, a leading organization in travel for intellectually curious travelers, is looking to expand its docent pool in Beijing, Shanghai, Kyoto, and Tokyo. Context is a very different sort of travel company: They work with local scholars and experts … Continue reading →

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Fun Link Friday: deep kyoto & Kyoto Baths

Posted on February 1, 2013 by Travis

It can be really easy to get templed-out in Kyoto, or to otherwise get overwhelmed or tired out by the big-name tourist sites and the feeling of a need to hit them all. As I found a few summers ago, … Continue reading →

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