l  Contents: Games and a quiz in Japanese. Some little prizes are prepared for winners.

l  Date and time: October 26 (Sat.) from10:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M.

l  Place: Tsukuba Gakuin University (3-1 Azuma, Tsukuba city), 2208 room (2F).

l  Participants: Foreigners & the Japanese who are interested in international exchange activities. Foreigners who do not understand Japanese well are also welcome. Elementary school pupils can join with their parent(s). Participants can enjoy the KVA Festival of the university on the same day.

l  Registration: Please come to the event place on the day

l  For more information: tel. 029-869-7675  Tsukuba International Association

The consultation services for foreign residents of Tsukuba will be canceled on Sep. 12

☆Disaster & Emergency Drill & Living in Tsukuba Ｑ＆Ａ

For Foreigner
October 6 (Sun.)
☆Disaster & Emergency Drill in Tsukuba
Time: 8:30 AM to 12:00PM
Place: Entrance of Tsukuba City Office
☆Living in Tsukuba Ｑ＆Ａ
　　　We will provide information for foreign people on how
　　　to spend a comfortable life in Tsukuba!
Time: 12:00 PM to 1:00PM
Place: Bosai Meeting Room 1 (2F)
　　　Tsukuba City Office
Translation: available
（※Please reserve a language translator.）
Capacity: 30 people
For Registration: Call the number below or send an E-mail

For Registration: Please come directly
     In Cooperation with: Tsukuba Gakuin University/ TIVONA
For Registration: Tsukuba International Association
　　　　　　　TEL029-869-7675　Eメールohki@inter.or.jp

JAPANESE CONVERSATION COURSE From October Course

TIA (TSUKUBA INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION)
===JAPANESE CONVERSATION COURSE　From October Course===

ＴIA(Tsukuba International Association)  will be having a Japanese
Conversation Course for the foreign residents of Tsukuba，or people who work
somewhere in Tsukuba， and their
family who wish to learn everyday Japanese conversation. 
This time, the course is especially for those who are looking for a job.
Come and join our class!
[Daytime Class]
Wednesdays  From 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
1. Japanese 1
For people have studied Japanese more then 50 hours.
2. Japanese 3
For people have studied Japanese more then 150 hours.
Thursdays  From 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Nihongo no Kai
For people who have studied more than 200 hours.
[LOCATION]
Tsukuba Science Information Center (1-10-1 Azuma, Tsukuba City)
[Night Class]
[Class/ Class Level/ Textbook/ date]
1.Japanese1...on Tuesdays
For people who have no experiences of learning Japanese.
2.Japanese2...on Tuesdays
For people have studied Japanese more then 50 hours.
3.Write & Learn...on Tuesdays
For people who wants to learn and memorize katakana and kanji.
4.Japanese3...on Thursdays
For people have studied Japanese more then 100 hours.
5.Japanese4...on Thursdays
For people have studied Japanese more then 150 hours.
6.Nihongo no Kai...on Thursdays
For people have studied Japanese more then 200 hours.
【HOW TO REGISTER】  Please pick up an application form from the office of
TCF from 9:00a.m. to 5:00p.m. (Closed Mondays)
【FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT】
TSUKUBA INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION 
To March 24th  1-10-1 Takezono, Tsukuba City c/o.  Tsukuba International Association
From March 25th 1-10-1 Azuma, Tsukuba Science Information Center c/o. (Next to Nova Hall)
 TEL029-869-7675 / FAX029-851-9797
  zaidan@tsukubacity.or.jp
HP http://www.eng.inter.or.jp/japanese.htm

homework together

===Let's all do the summer vacation homework together

http://www.inter.or.jp/livebuilder/2013hw_info_c_eng.jpg

Please bring the all stuff of all your summer work.

There are application forms in the web.

Please check it and join us!

Date & time: August 27^th 2PM to 4 PM

Place: Tsukuba Gakuen University (Azuma 3-1)

More detail:

Tsukuba International Association

TEL 029-869-7675

E-mail ohki@inter.or.jp

Tsukuba Festival 2013

The Tsukuba Festival 2013 is held on May 11,12.

It was rainy day today. Tomorrow will be fine!!!

Please come and join us.

Here is a detail.

http://www.inter.or.jp/livebuilder/tsukuba-festa2013.pdf

WE NEED YOUR HELP FOR THE INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGE FAIR

WE NEED YOUR HELP
FOR THE INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGE FAIR

◆Purpose of the Event◆
This International Event is held once a year.
This event is aimed at cultural exchange for citizens,
by using international foods and dancing. And this experience will become the start of exchange between
Japanese and non-Japanese neighbors. We want participants (groups or individuals) who support our aim to join us.
Please join our event and have fun!
◆Date & Time◆
May 11th (Sat.) 12:00 to 18:00,  May 12th (Sun.) 10:00 to 17:00
◆Place◆
 Tsukuba Center Square near TX Tsukuba Station
◆Recruitment◆
A. Tent Exhibitor [May 11th and 12th] (a fee is charged)
The selection lottery, and the explanation sessions: On April 7th
If you need translation, please ask our office one week in advance.
B. Stage Activities[May 12th only](a fee is free)
On the stage, songs or dance performances will be held.
If the apply is more than 10groups, you can cancel it you cannot get a participation ticket in the selection lottery.
C. Volunteers for the International Exchange Fair
[May 11th - 5 people, 12th - 10 people]
◆How to apply◆
Please apply to the Tsukuba International Association with a completed
application form.
◆Deadline◆
March 30th (Sat.), 2013.
◆Registration & information◆
Tsukuba International Association
1-10-1, Takezono, Tsukuba-city (in Tsukuba Capio Annex)
Tel. 029-869-7675 Fax 029-851-9797 e-mail inter@tsukubacity.or.jp

◆Registration & information◆
　Tsukuba International Association
       1-10-1, Takezono, Tsukuba-city (in Tsukuba Capio Annex)
       Tel. 029-869-7675  Fax 029-851-9797  e-mail inter@tsukubacity.or.jp

HP:　http://www.e-inter.tsukubacity.or.jp/international-fair.htm

JAPANESE CONVERSATION COURSE From April Course

TIA (TSUKUBA INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION)
===JAPANESE CONVERSATION COURSE　From April Course===

ＴIA(Tsukuba International Association)  will be having a Japanese
Conversation Course for the foreign residents of Tsukuba，or people who work
somewhere in Tsukuba， and their
family who wish to learn everyday Japanese conversation. 
This time, the course is especially for those who are looking for a job.
Come and join our class!

[Daytime Class]
Wednesdays  From 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
1. Japanese 2
For people have studied Japanese more then 50 hours.
2. Japanese 4
For people have studied Japanese more then 150 hours.
Thursdays  From 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Nihongo no Kai
For people who have studied more than 200 hours. 
[LOCATION]
Tsukuba Science Information Center (1-10-1 Azuma, Tsukuba City)

[Night Class]
[Class/ Class Level/ Textbook/ date]
1.Japanese1...on Tuesdays
For people who have no experiences of learning Japanese.
2.Japanese2...on Tuesdays
For people have studied Japanese more then 50 hours.
3.Write & Learn...on Tuesdays
For people who wants to learn and memorize katakana and kanji.
4.Japanese3...on Thursdays
For people have studied Japanese more then 100 hours.
5.Japanese4...on Thursdays
For people have studied Japanese more then 150 hours.
6.Nihongo no Kai...on Thursdays
For people have studied Japanese more then 200 hours. 

【HOW TO REGISTER】  Please pick up an application form from the office of
TIA from 9:00a.m. to 5:00p.m. (Closed Mondays)

【FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT】
TSUKUBA INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION 
To March 24th  1-10-1 Takezono, Tsukuba City c/o.  Tsukuba International Association
From March 25th 1-10-1 Azuma, Tsukuba Science Information Center c/o. (Next to Nova Hall)
 TEL029-869-7675 / FAX029-851-9797
 
 zaidan@tsukubacity.or.jp
HP http://www.e-inter.tsukubacity.or.jp/japanese.htm

Let's communicate in Japanese

When： Sunday, December 9, 10:00AM to 3:30PM

Where：Tsukuba Science Information Center, 3^rd Floor

(Next to Nova Hall)

There is no parking lot available at the venue.

Please use a nearby toll parking lot.

Trying Japanese culture corner

International Youth Meeting   10:30AM to 12:00

International meeting for adults1:30PM to 3:00PM

Groups who are interested are welcome to attend

・Health　・Education　・Daily Life

How to apply: Please come to the Center directly

Participants: People studying Japanese (beginners to advanced) who want to communicate.

Here is a flier:

http://www.inter.tsukubacity.or.jp/livebuilder/20121209ja_en1.pdf

http://www.inter.tsukubacity.or.jp/livebuilder/20121209ja_en2.pdf

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[For more information]
Tsukuba International Association
TEL029-869-7675
inter@tsukubacity.or.jp

Nihongo Cafe Let's enjoy games and a quiz in Japanese!

Contents: Games and a quiz in Japanese.
Some little prizes are prepared for winners.
Don't worry if you are not good at Japanese!

Date and time: October 27 (Sat.) from10:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M.

Place: Tsukuba Gakuin University (3-1 Azuma, Tsukuba City), Room 2208 (2 Floor).

Participants: Foreigners & Japanese who are interested in international exchange activities.
Foreigners who do not understand Japanese well are also welcome.
Elementary school pupils can join with their parent(s).
Participants can enjoy the KVA Festival of the university on the same day.

Registration: Please come to the event place on the day

More details: http://www.inter.tsukubacity.or.jp/livebuilder/ja_cafe20121027.pdf

For more information: Tel. 029-869-7675  
Tsukuba International Association

Disaster & Emergency Drill in Tsukuba

Participants Wanted!
Disaster & Emergency Drill in Tsukuba

Date：September 30 (Sun.) 2012
Time：8:30 to 12:00
Meeting Place:   Bus Stop of the Tsukuba City Office
Participation Fee:   FREE

Details:
The scenario is a big earthquake in Tsukuba. We will be training to escape from the scene.
There are 18 kinds of training drills, and we will observe them.
There are exhibitions of disaster information and disaster prevention measures.
For example: evacuation guide, emergency rescue, rescue from a collapsed building, restoration of water supply and electricity, etc.

Location of the drill: Tsukuba City Office, 2530-2, Karima, Tsukuba

Interpreter available
(Please ask us if your language is available.)

Capacity:   About 30 people

The event will be held even if it rains.
*In the case of stormy weather, please call the Tsukuba International Association or
Telephone Service from 7:00 a.m. on that day
0180-99-2984 (Japanese only)

*If you are coming to this place by car, please park in the toll parking lot of Tsukuba City Office (there will be parking staff to tell you where to park).

Registration:
Call or send an e-mail to the Tsukuba International Association
TEL 029-869-7675 or inter@tsukubacity.or.jp

JAPANESE CONVERSATION COURSE From October

TCF (TSUKUBA CULTURAL FOUNDATION)
===JAPANESE CONVERSATION COURSE　From October Course===
ＴＣＦ(Tsukuba Cultural Foundation) will be having a Japanese
Conversation Course for the foreign residents of Tsukuba，or people who work
somewhere in Tsukuba， and their
family who wish to learn everyday Japanese conversation. 
This time, the course is especially for those who are looking for a job.
Come and join our class!

[Daytime Class]
Wednesdays  From 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
1. Japanese 1
For people have studied Japanese more then 50 hours.
2. Japanese 3
For people have studied Japanese more then 150 hours.
Thursdays  From 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Nihongo no Kai
For people who have studied more than 200 hours.
[CLASS SCHEDULE] 
(Wednesdays) October 3, 2012 to January 30, 2013
(Thursdays) October 4, 2012 to January 31, 2013
※Sometimes, the schedule is changed. Please make sure of the schedule on the back of this sheet, or you could download the schedule from:
[LOCATION]
Tsukuba Science Information Center (1-10-1 Azuma, Tsukuba City)

[Night Class]
[Class/ Class Level/ Textbook/ date]
1.Japanese1...on Tuesdays
For people who have no experiences of learning Japanese.
2.Japanese2...on Tuesdays
For people have studied Japanese more then 50 hours.
3.Write & Learn...on Tuesdays
For people who wants to learn and memorize katakana and kanji.
4.Japanese3...on Thursdays
For people have studied Japanese more then 100 hours.
5.Japanese4...on Thursdays
For people have studied Japanese more then 150 hours.
6.Nihongo no Kai...on Thursdays
For people have studied Japanese more then 200 hours.
[APPLICANTS] Applicants must be foreign residents of Tsukuba or the person who works for
somewhere in Tsukuba and their family who wish to improve their Japanese language skills.
[CLASS SCHEDULE]
Tuesday　Class...October 2 2012 to March  19, 2013 (20 sessions)
Thursday　Class...October 4, 2012 to March 7, 2013 (20 sessions)
[HOURS]  From 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
[LOCATION]  Tsukuba Capio (1-10-1 Takezono, Tsukuba City)

[ADMISSION]  Limited to 15 applicants for each class
[COST]  6,000 yen (new students)    5,000 yen (returning students to TCF) 
*Please take note that there will not be any refund.
[TEXTBOOK]
Not included in the cost.  Please pay for the textbook on the first day of the class.
[HOW TO REGISTER]  Please pick up an application form (First come bases)
from the office of Tsukuba International Association  from 9:00a.m. to 5:00p.m.
(Closed on Sundays & Mondays)
http://www.e-inter.tsukubacity.or.jp/japanese.htm

【ADMISSION】  Limited to 15/per class
【COST】  6,000 yen  (new students)    5,000 yen (returning students to TCF) 
*Please take note that there will not be any refund.
【TEXTBOOK】
Not included in the cost.  Please pay for the textbook on the first day of the class.

【HOW TO REGISTER】  Please pick up an application form from the office of
TCF from 9:00a.m. to 5:00p.m. (Closed Mondays)

【FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT】
TSUKUBA CULTURAL FOUNDATION 
 1-10-1 Takezono, Tsukuba City c/o.  Tsukuba International Association
 TEL029-869-7675 / FAX029-851-9797
zaidan@tsukubacity.or.jp
HP http://www.tsukubacity.or.jp/info/english/modules/tinyd3/index.php?id=1

TSUKUBA ORIENTATION

☆TSUKUBA ORIENTATION☆

English translation will be available.
We will provide information for foreign people on how to spend a comfortable life in Tsukuba!

Date: Sep. 22nd (Sat. & National Holiday)
Time:　10:00 AM to 12:00PM
Place: Tsukuba Science Information Center,　1-10-1, Azuma
Participation Fee: FREE
Participants:
 ① Foreigners
 ② Japanese with foreign friends
We welcome you, your family, and friends.

Content:
Part 1: Ms. Mizushina (Globalization and Culture Division in Tsukuba City Office)
will talk about how to have an enjoyable and safe life in Tsukuba.
For example: Health insurance, hospital, learning Japanese, education…

Part 2: Q and A
*Let’s enjoy a cultural activity corner: wearing a kimono, origami.

Present:
A Map of Tsukuba, Guidebook of Tsukuba, “Living in Tsukuba”,
Health Guidebook, Tsukuba Newsletter, and more will be available.

Sponsors: Tsukuba International Association, Tsukuba Gakuin University Japanese Club, TIVONA
Corporation Tsukuba City

**************************************************
For more information:
Tsukuba International Association
TEL 029-869-7675
E-mail inter@tsukubacity.or.jp
URL http://www.inter.tsukubacity.or.jp/
**************************************************

☆KARAOKE☆

Let’s sing songs in Japanese or other languages!


Date: 
July 7^th (Sat.) 2:00PM to 16:00PM

Meeting Place:
At the Tsukuba International Association Office

Participants:
 Non-Japanese 10, Japanese 5　(on a first come basis)



Fee:
From 700 yen (depends on your drink order, etc.)

========================================================

More information and Registration

Tsukuba International Association　

Annex of Tsukuba Capio

TEL　029-869-7675
E-mail  inter@tsukubacity.or.jp

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Japanese Class will start from April

Japanese Class will start from April in Tsukuba Capio and the Science Information Center.

Both of these are located in the center of Tsukuba, near Dayz Town and Right On.

For more details about the class, please visit this page:
http://www.e-inter.tsukubacity.or.jp/japanese.htm

Shopping - sugar and salt

When I first arrived in Japan I didn't know many kanji, and sometimes I forgot to take my dictionary to the supermarket. One of the most confusing things was salt and sugar - which is which???

This picture shows the kanji for 4 types of sugar:

糖　とう　sugar    

This just means "sugar" but most bags have a different name, for example -->

グラニュー糖　　
ぐらにゅー　とう　
"guranyu tou"      granulated sugar


白砂糖　　　しろざとう　　"shirozatou"        white sugar

黒砂糖　　　くろざとう　"kurozatou"        brown sugar


But please be careful! If you want simple sugar for cooking, to put in your tea, etc, then please choose granulated sugar. It is like sand and is not sticky. This is the sugar you will find in western countries.

Japanese "shirozatou" means "white sugar" and it is cheaper than granulated sugar BUT it is very fine grained and it is sticky. The taste is the same as granulated sugar but if you try to use it in a recipe, your baking will turn out differently.

Salt is always sold next to sugar. Nowadays there are many kinds of salt and some bags have English on them, so it is easier to understand which is sugar and which is salt. Long ago I made a mistake and bought 2kg of salt when I really wanted sugar!

塩　　しお　　
"shio"      salt