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Halifax Japanese Culture Collective Non-profit organization for Japanese community in Halifax. Sharing Japanese culture🌊🌸

2 WEEKS LEFT !!!The application closes in 2 weeks!! If you are interested in vending at the Japanese Holiday Market read...
10/26/2026

2 WEEKS LEFT !!!

The application closes in 2 weeks!! If you are interested in vending at the Japanese Holiday Market read our eligibility and apply through the form link in our bio!

We are looking for Japanese artists, and artists who sell Japanese cultural or Japanese-inspired products. The application is due on November 7th (2026) and the application form is accessible in our bio.

When: December 13th 11:00am-3:00pm
Where: Alderney Landing
(2 Ochterloney ST. Dartmouth, NS)

Feel free to DM us or email at [email protected] if you have any questions

Post is three slides reading the following information for Food Vendors:FOR EXEMPT FOODSCotton candy, hard candyDonuts/b...
10/20/2026

Post is three slides reading the following information for Food Vendors:

FOR EXEMPT FOODS
Cotton candy, hard candy
Donuts/baked goods without dairy, meat fillings, or toppings
Fresh fruit or vegetables, when sold whole
Coffee and tea, when served with single-service creamers/milk
Popcorn
Popsicles, novelty ice creams — from a commercial source
Pre-packaged shelf-stable foods — from a commercial source, sold in package

FOR NON-EXEMPT FOODS
Details will be written in the confirmation email which will be sent by November 15th.
Temporary Event Food Permit
Food must be made in commercial kitchens
You or one of your team members have to complete a Food Hygiene (Handling) Course.

PLEASE NOTE: The Provincial government has updated regulations about food vendors in April 2026. Contact Department of Environment and Climate Change (NS Gov) directly if you are unsure about your products.

REGULATIONS AT OUR MARKET
All the food products must be pre-made and we recommend you pre-package your products. (We cannot provide hand washing stations provided at this event but contact us if you want to bring your own.) The electricity power (amp) is low at the venue and unreliable. Large appliances will not be allowed. (e.g., espresso machines cannot be used at the venue.) Coolers, Chafing dishes, and Airpots are recommended because of limited power supply. (contact us if you need special accommodations and we will try our best to help) For safety concerns, raw meat and seafood will not be permitted at the event. Vendors MUST update the information about products if there are changes after submitting this application. Organizer’s insurance DOES NOT cover products from vendors. It is recommended to have your own insurance for your products.

We are back with another Japanese Market at Alderney Landing in Dartmouth! We are looking for Japanese artists and artis...
10/20/2026

We are back with another Japanese Market at Alderney Landing in Dartmouth!

We are looking for Japanese artists and artists who sell Japanese cultural or Japanese-inspired products. The application is due on November 7th and the application form is accessible in our bio.

Market info
🗓️ December 13 (Sun)
🕐11am - 3pm
📍Alderney Landing (2 Ochterloney St, Dartmouth)

― Perfectly imperfect ― Etegami (絵手紙) is a type of art in Japan, where unskilled painters are welcomed.Come join our fre...
10/18/2026

― Perfectly imperfect ―
Etegami (絵手紙) is a type of art in Japan, where unskilled painters are welcomed.
Come join our free Etegami Workshop to draw on a postcard with etegami style! The instructors will lead you step-by-step to create seasonal painting.
No preparation needed, we got you covered.

Just imagine a person or people that you want to share with and if you’d like to send the postcard, have their address with you. – Or you can send it to yourself!
We’ll have some stamps for you to use (this will have small cost).

🖌️Details 🎨
📅Date: Nov 14, 2026
🕑 Time:
- Session 1 from 2 to 3:30pm
- Session 2 from 3:45 to 5:15pm
🎟️Cost: Free – Registration REQUIRED. Link: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/etegami-workshop
📍Location: BMO Community Room at 2nd floor of Halifax Central Library
🎨Age: 6 years old and above
– This session is recommended to adults who haven't shared their creativity for a while!

What is "Etegami" (絵手紙)?
"E (絵)" means picture. "Tegami (手紙)" means letter.
Each Etegami has hand drawn illustrations and short words, which are both simple. Seasonal motif is preferred. For example, during fall, it can be pumpkin, maple leaves, and so on. The key is to paint casually because imperfect is perfect for etegami.

『下手でいい。下手がいい。』

絵手紙ワークショップ開催決定! 秋や冬をテーマにした絵手紙を描き、大切な方に贈りませんか?
このワークショップではインストラクターがいちから描き方を教えます。事前準備不要の無料ワークショップとなっています。ぜひ、ご参加ください。

描いた絵手紙は終了後に切手を貼って送れます。季節を共有したい相手がいましたら、ぜひ、住所をご確認してからご参加ください。自分自身に送ることも可能です。
(切手は準備がありますが、購入していただきます。ご了承ください。)

🖌️詳細🎨
📅日にち: 11月14日
🕑 時間:
- セッション 1:2 から3:30pm
- セッション 2:3:45 から5:15pm
🎟️費用: 無料– 参加登録は必要です。リンクから登録してください: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/etegami-workshop
📍場所: Halifax Central Library 2階 BMO Community Room
🎨年齢: 6歳以上
– 絵を描く機会の少ない大人の皆様におすすめです。

#日本文化 #ハリファックス

09/13/2026

🏮TODAY AT 4PM🏮
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See you again today, Sep 13 ar 4pm for our bon-odori!
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Bon odori is a community dance in Japan, mostly at summer festivals. There are various dances across the country 🗾
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At Taste Asia Food & Culture Festival we are doing three:
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Tankou bushi | 炭坑節
A cole mining dance from Fukuoka Prefecture. This represents more traditional dance. It is said that this was a song from Meiji Era, now it's famous across Japan.
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Doraemon Ondo | ドラえもん音頭
Did you know some anime have their own bon odori? We are doing one from Doraemon, a popular anime for kids!
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Bon-Jovi | 盆ジョヴィ
Yes, the musician. One time, a DJ put Bon Jovi's Livin' on a Prayer by mistake, but it became a big hit! Now, they use J-POP and other music, creating new history of Bon odori.

See you soon!

09/09/2026

👘 JOIN OUR BON-ODORI 👘
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We'll be dancing bon-odori Taste Asia Food & Culture Festival on Sat, Sep 12 at 3-4pm and on Sun, Sep 13 at 4-5pm😋
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The dances are simple, and we welcome all the visitors to join our dance!
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Three dances:
1. Tankou bushi - This is a mining dance from Fukuoka. Very famous and traditional bon-odori style.
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2. Doraemon ondo - This is from the anime, Doraemon. A lot of kids show in Japan make their original choreography!
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3. Bon-Jovi - Yes the musician... This started from a DJ using Bon Jovi's music by mistake but now it's popular in Japan! We'll be using different Japanese songs and of course, Bon Jovi's song.
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See you everyone at Taste Asia!!

⁡⚠️REPOST AS SCHEDULE CHANGED⚠️Join our BON-ODORI at the Taste Asia 2026!We are planning to do bon-odori, dance at Japan...
09/07/2026

⁡⚠️REPOST AS SCHEDULE CHANGED⚠️

Join our BON-ODORI at the Taste Asia 2026!

We are planning to do bon-odori, dance at Japanese festivals this year, and we are looking for dancers who can join at the audience level.

More information can be found from the sign-up form, link in bio!
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⚠️時間変更がありましたので、再度ポストしております⚠️
🏮盆踊りの踊り子募集中🏮

今年のTaste Asiaにて、盆踊りを行います。そこで観客の方と一緒に日本らしい盆踊りにするために、ステージ前で一緒に盛り上げてくれる方を募集中です👘

🔗 詳しくはプロフィールにあるサインアップフォームからご確認ください。

Thank you for joining HJCC Social!This was our first event to directly connect with the community, which we enjoyed a lo...
08/20/2026

Thank you for joining HJCC Social!
This was our first event to directly connect with the community, which we enjoyed a lot, and hope you did as well!
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We shared our goal, mission, and upcoming membership and volunteering opportunities.
More information to come!
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We'd like to thank Italian Club in NS for the space and Gama by Lee for great bento boxes!
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HJCC will continue to explore programs and more opportunities to connect with our community.
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先日はHJCC交流会の参加、ありがとうございました!
皆さんに楽しんでいただけていれば幸いです。
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交流会ではHJCCの今後の活動方針や現在セットアップ中のメンバーシップやボランティアについて共有しました。
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今後も活動を続けていく中で今回のように皆さんと交流できる場を設けていきたいと思っています。
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今後とも、よろしくお願いします。

Join our BON-ODORI at the Taste Asia 2026!We are planning to do bon-odori, dance at Japanese festivals this year, and we...
08/12/2026

Join our BON-ODORI at the Taste Asia 2026!

We are planning to do bon-odori, dance at Japanese festivals this year, and we are looking for dancers who can join at the audience level.

More information can be found from the sign-up form:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=LOifKn6DdUqlTtWdOn8b9hjSqpkDKetHo-6MMN4VUENUQUoyWEw0U0pWN0szVElaMVBYSEhUUUNIMC4u

🏮盆踊りの踊り子募集中🏮

今年のTaste Asiaにて、盆踊りを行います。そこで観客の方と一緒に日本らしい盆踊りにするために、ステージ前で一緒に盛り上げてくれる方を募集中です👘

🔗 詳しくはサインアップフォームからご確認ください。

https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=LOifKn6DdUqlTtWdOn8b9hjSqpkDKetHo-6MMN4VUENUQUoyWEw0U0pWN0szVElaMVBYSEhUUUNIMC4u

Don't miss the show, Kimiko by Kaylie Kreatrix coming to Halifax!What happens to a community when thousands are imprison...
08/09/2026

Don't miss the show, Kimiko by Kaylie Kreatrix coming to Halifax!

What happens to a community when thousands are imprisoned because of their race? Kimiko explores this question through a powerful blend of circus, storytelling, and traditional Japanese arts. This award-winning performance traces the generational impact of the mass incarceration of Japanese-Canadians during WWII, weaving documentary and family narrative into a moving journey of healing and self-discovery that ultimately calls for a more compassionate world. Expect sword swallowing, juggling, laughing and learning. “Kimiko is sure to delights audiences of all stripes!

🗓 Shows on: September 4, 5, 6 
📍At Neptune Theatre, Scotia Bank Stage

🎫 Ticket available from here:
https://www.simpletix.com/e/kimiko-tickets-284106

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