One of our devoted members/volunteers, Ms. Mitsuko Yoo’s son, Scott Yoo’s stellar “Now Hear This” series is set to air nationally on Great Performances beginning September 20, on CPTV. It’s the first series about classical music on American primetime TV since 1967. Mr. Yoo grew up in Glastonbury and has quite a following in the Connecticut music scene. Be sure to tune in on September 20! About Scott: http://www.scott-yoo.com/bio.html https://video.cptv.org/show/great-performances/ >>Read More...
2019 Fall Picnic Hosted by JSGH
Please join us for a barbecue lunch, games, music and much more! Location: J.B. Williams Park in Glastonbury CT Address: 705 Neipsic Rd, Glastonbury, CT 06033 Date: Saturday, September 21 Time: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m Fee: Adult & Children 14 and over – Member $10 Non-member $12, Children 13 and under – Free Food: Hamburgers, Hotdogs, BBQ (beef & squid), Sweetcorn, Buta-jiru (pork soup w/ vegi), Potato salad, Coleslaw, Bottled Water, etc. Free Popcorn & >>Read More...
JSGH to Receive Japan Foreign Minister’s Commendation FY2019
HARTFORD, Jul.17, 2019 – – – Japan Society of Greater Hartford (JSGH), CT has been awarded Foreign Minister’s Commendation for FY2019. The award is provided by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan, and JSGH is one of 63 groups around the world chosen for their outstanding contributions to promote understanding between Japan and the other countries. “This shows the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Japan has recognized the continuous effort of our volunteers and the support >>Read More...
Japan Festival 2019 – Video
Renee McCue presents a preview of the sixth annual Japan Summer Festival, a free, one-day celebration of Japanese culture that will be held on Saturday, June 15, 2019, in Blue Back Square, from noon-5:30 p.m. (The rain date is Sunday, June 16, 2018, noon-5:30 p.m.) Watch a video! >>Read More...
Cosplay Contest at Japan Summer Festival
The Cosplay Contest is coming back to JSGH’s Summer Festival on June 15, 2019! (Blue Back Square, West Hartford, CT) Do you love dressing up as your favorite Japanese anime, manga or video game character? Come join us for the Summer Festival Cosplay contest! Please make sure your costume has a Japanese theme and is appropriate for all ages. Cash prizes for the winners! 3:00-4:00 Cosplay Contest Winners will be announced at 4:10! You can >>Read More...