Artist Spotlight – Woodcut Prints
This is a woodcut print of a 椿 (つばき) flower, I made while living in Matsuyama, the capital of Ehime Prefecture. Tsubaki flowers are beloved in Ehime, and all over…
This is Fukushima
This is Fukushima is a community collaboration that demonstrates the spirit of hope of the people who live in the beautiful prefecture through selected photographs that are presented in a…
Career Roundtable 2015
Recently returned and wondering about your next step? Been back for a while but looking to start a new career? We’re here to help. The 3rd annual JETAA Career Roundtable…
Reel Asian Film Festival: Film Screening
Want to get rich? Well JETAA Toronto may not have the best advice on that subject. However you can watch our sponsored film “Bali Big Brother” in the Reel Asian Film Festival for a comedic take on acquiring wealth.
JETAA Toronto is co-presenting with #ReelAsian. Let us transport you to the tropical paradise of Bali to help you find happiness as the temperature here starts to fall! And all for 25% off regular ticket prices! (more…)
Upcoming Ramen Romp
Warm your belly with your monthly ramen fix at Momofuku Noodle Bar, 190 University Avenue. For all those who are new to the world of Ramen Romp, every month JETAA…
Report: Re-Entry Conference
Welcome back returning JETs!
On October 24th, in partnership with the Consulate-General of Japan in Toronto, JETAA Toronto hosted our annual Re-Entry Conference. Aiming to re-integrate newly returned JET participants into Canadian life, a series of informational and advisory sessions were facilitated by sempai JETAA members. Topics included Japanese restaurants and shopping in Toronto, dealing with reverse culture shock, resume and interview skills, as well as tactics for finding volunteer and employment opportunities. (more…)
Report: 2015 JETAA USA National Conference
The 2015 JETAA USA National Conference was held in downtown Detroit from September 24-27, and I was excited to have the opportunity to attend as one of two delegates representing Canada this year.
The conference began with a welcome reception on Thursday evening, during which JETAA delegates from Alaska, Miami, to Honolulu (also Ottawa and Toronto!) got to know each other as we enjoyed a delicious meal. This was followed by rooftop hopping in Detroit’s vibrant Greektown neighbourhood. (more…)
Natsukashii: Fall Temple Strolls
If I had to look through the many memories I experienced in Japan, I would have to say that the most favourable of them were during the fall. Canada and Japan may share many similarities in experiencing seasonal variation, however there are a few things they do in Japan that really makes this season come alive.
