October 2015 Lines on Paper: Demystifying Woodblock Prints and Manga Our upcoming event program Lines on Paper will reveal some of the cultural codes and artistic techniques behind two of Japan’s most iconic art forms: woodblock prints and manga. In two talks on prints and a workshop on manga, experts offer hints for ‘reading’ the details and helping you get more out of these genres. Reservations for the talks are open. The manga workshop is fully booked, waiting list available. While you're here, don't forget to see Part 2 of the EDO GIGA: Comical Woodblock Prints from Japan exhibition. event details + rsvp Soft Power and Diplomacy What is 'Cool Japan', and how does Hello Kitty perform cultural diplomacy? The Japan Update Culture Panel will offer insights on 'soft power' at our premises on October 13. Presented by The Japan Foundation, Sydney in partnership with The Australian National University (ANU), the panel is an offshoot of ANU’s annual Japan Update conference.  reserve your place Ticket Giveaway We're stoked! The Japanese Film Festival (JFF) is almost here and to share the excitement, we're giving away tix to fans in Canberra, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide and Sydney (Melbourne coming soon). To enter the draw, email your name, address and which film you plan to see, with the subject 'JFF [your city]' to jnewsletter@jpf.org.au.  check out the films 35mm Films in Sydney Discover some of Japan’s finest films at this year's JFF Classics program, featuring works by iconic director Kon Ichikawa. His films will be shown at Art Gallery NSW in Sydney, October 3 – 25. Admission is free. Tickets issued one hour prior to the session. screening schedule Japan Foundation Major Grants Applications for the Japan Foundation’s 2015-16 major grants are open. Categories include exhibitions, bringing artists from Japan, teacher training, language training for researchers, translation projects, fellowships, and conferences. Deadline: December 1. find out more Sake Documentary Giveaway Sake lovers will be delighted to know that the beautiful doco The Birth of Sake is screening at the Antenna Documentary Film Festival in Sydney. Win a double pass to see it on Sunday, Oct 18. To enter, send your name with the subject 'Sake' to jnewsletter@jpf.org.au.   about the film Library News & Review New to the Library this month is Tales of the Ghost Sword, a collection of paranormal short stories, with a samurai twist. Written by Hideyuki Kikuchi, renowned for Vampire Hunter D, this entertaining anthology will keep you up at night.  read the review Volunteer of the Month This month we say a big thank you to Timothy Chandra, our amazing intern who devoted his energy to bringing our events to you. His enthusiasm, can-do attitude and diligence has helped us in many ways. Tim, all the best for your studies! volunteer with us Events Near You Connect with Japan in your local area! This month, enjoy shakuhachi performances in Sydney, Brisbane and the Blue Mountains, try your hands on Japanese craft-making in Canberra, taste some sake in Melbourne, attend a pop culture expo in Perth, and more!  what's on J Central e-newsletter Contact Information E-mail jnewsletter@jpf.org.au Phone (02) 8239 0055 Website www.jpf.org.au View this email online Unsubscribe Forward to a friend Update your profile     Copyright © 2015 The Japan Foundation, Sydney | You have received this email because you are subscribed to the J-Central newsletter emailing list. Please note, links contained in this email are accurate at the date of publication but may become obsolete over time.