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International Exchange Week in Tokyo International Forum Global Citizens Festival and Symposium, plus a Flea Market, with the participation and cooperation of Tokyo citizens and NGOs
Global Business Forum 2003 Jan. 31st (Fri.) Hall C Theme: "Tasks for the Japanese economy - How can we bring out the strengths of the Japanese economy?" A symposium in which the economy will be debated from a global perspective to gain management pointers for making international challenges, while clarifying differences in value perceptions between Japan and the global market. With top management guests from domestic growth companies (including foreign concerns), this event will verify the essential factors and tasks of management resources that Japan will be proud to present to the world. 4th Global Citizens Festival Feb. 1st (Sat.) - 2nd (Sun.) Theme: "Change the planet / The world changes" Hall D: Asian folk dance and music D501: NGO plaza G401-410: Workshop, seminar, guidance, private-sector international aid project reports Audiovisual Hall: NGO film festival (all held concurrently) Free Expert Consultations for Foreign Nationals Jan. 26th (Sun.) G501-505 Free consultation by experts in law, medicine, education, labor, and other fields, in more than 15 languages (no booking required). Peace Art Poster Exhibition Jan. 24th (Fri.) - 30th (Thu.) E Gallery An exhibition of posters by 100 artists of different nationalities with the common message of "Peace". Also includes a talk show by Tetsuya Tsukushi and a piano recital by Wong Wing Tsan. Japan-South Korea Joint Photo Exhibition Jan. 30th (Thu.) - Feb. 5th (Thu.) A Gallery 10 famous advertisement photographers from each of Japan and South Korea will communicate through photographs. International Flea Market Jan. 31st (Fri.) - Feb. 2nd (Sun.) Plaza With foreign nationals, private-sector organizations and others invited to take part, an ethnic flea market will be held featuring 360 stalls (scheduled) over three days. Inquiries: Tokyo International Exchange Foundation Tel: 03-5221-9021 Tetsuya Kumakawa K Ballet Company "Giselle" First production for 2003, directed and re-choreographed by Tetsuya Kumakawa! Feb. 13th (Thu.) - 16th (Sun.) Hall C13th & 14th - 18:30 / 15th - 17:00 / 16th - 14:00Tickets: S - 13,500 yen / A - 10,000 yen Promoter: TBS
Inquiries: Ticket Space Tel: 03-3234-9999 http://www.tbs.co.jp/p-guide/event/index-j.htm 2003 World Optical Fair
From 10:00 ( Not open to the public (by invitation only) This, one of the big events in the optical industry, is hosted by the Tokyo Optical Wholesalers Association, which since its establishment 77 years ago in 1925 has pursued various activities contributing to the growth and modernization of the industry. Among other attractions, leading domestic and foreign brands of spectacle frames, sunglasses, optical machinery, accessories and other related industries will be gathered under one roof. New products anticipating future trends will be exhibited by domestic spectacle dealers (particularly retailers), with the aim of enhancing the design and quality of spectacles, improving production technology, and so on. Research and development results will also be announced. As well as displays by individual companies, a "2003 W.O.F. Culture School" is due to be held at the venue, and a large turnout of participants is expected. Inquiries: Tokyo Optical Wholesalers Association Tel: 03-3874-8656 http://www.meganeorosi.com Environmental Management Top Forum - JMA 60th Anniversary Event
The 21st century has been called the "Environmental Era". In Tokyo, a municipal by-law for protection of the environment has been enacted ahead of the national government, and it is strongly hoped that companies will practice management in consideration of the environment ("environmental management"). To this end, corporate concerns have been attempting to raise their levels of social responsibility over the last few years, with the introduction of ISO14001, ethics, legal compliance, and so on. It is against this background that the "Environmental Management Top Forum" will be held. It will include speeches and discussions between top management in companies and local authorities that are promoting environmental management. The result should be a practical and concrete methodology for sustainable environmental management, an issue set to be of increasing importance in future. Inquiries: Japan Management Association Tel: 03-3434-1373 http://isoweb.jma.or.jp Kose Classic Special - The Leningrad State Ballet
In 2003, the renowned Leningrad State Ballet will be 170 years old. The Company's home is St. Petersburg, capital of culture and white nights, which itself marks its tri-centenary next year. Steeped in an air of elegance and nobility, the Company's productions have brought it acclaim as the "world's supreme corps de ballet". And in 2003, starting with "Swan Lake" (a regular new year curtain-opener at the Tokyo International Forum), the Company again brings a collection of major classic ballet to thrill fans of the genre. The productions, full of noble romanticism nurtured by history and tradition, are replicated from their home in Leningrad, with world-famous soloists invited to join in for this Japan tour. The result - a promise of complete enjoyment accompanied by the Leningrad State Opera House Orchestra. * In December, the Company will also present "The Nutcracker Suite" in Hall A (21st-23rd). For more details, see the previous issue of Forum Forum or call the following number. Inquiries: Koransha Tel: 03-3943-9999 http://www.koransha.com/ Luis Bravo's "Forever Tango II"
17th - 19:00 / 18th - 14:00 & 18:00 / 19th - 13:00 Tickets: S - 10,000 yen / A - 8,000 yen (tax included; reserved seating only) "Forever Tango" is a show of Argentine tango created and directed by outstanding cellist and director Luis Bravo. After breaking records with a 92-week run starting in 1994 at San Francisco's Theater On The Square, the show won international acclaim with a tour of major cities in America and Europe. It went on to appear on Broadway, where it became the first tango production to enjoy a long run. Since the first visit to Japan in 1999, it has appeared here a total of 5 times, invariably to huge acclaim. The New York Times called this "A Must See!" production. And now you have an unmissable opportunity to see it for yourself. Inquiries: Tokyo Onkyo Tel: 03-3201-8116 2003 Tokyo Metropolitan Art Festival Contemporary Dance Performances
Tickets: S (reserved) - 5,000 yen / A (reserved) - 4,000 yen / B (unreserved) - 3,000 yen The Contemporary Dance Association of Japan, boasting a history of more than half a century, presents 4 works as part of the Tokyo Metropolitan Art Festival. They are Innocent Chekhov (constructed and directed by Min Tanaka), Go A Long Way (composed and directed by Yoshiko Mori), Transient Line of Dots (composed, directed and choreographed by Shinji Sakaki; 14th only), and Illusion - We Have A Cage For Ourselves, But... (composed, directed and choreographed by Maho Iizuka; 15th only). The innovative and highly-charged Innocent Chekhov , in particular, is the first ever collaboration with Min Tanaka, well known on the global stage. The heated interaction between Min Tanaka and the dancers, exerting every ounce of passion, sensitivity and technique, will surely evoke deep sensations in the hearts of many. Come and witness an evening that will surely spark a new wave in the world of contemporary dance. Inquiries: Contemporary Dance Association of Japan Tel: 03-3400-4544 http://www.alpha-net.ne.jp/users2/modance/ YES
YES, those bastions of progressive rock, are back! With the return of famed keyboardist Rick Wakeman, they started a North American tour in July. And to commemorate the tour, they released the 5 CD set "In A Word: YES (1969-)". This, a compilation of tracks culled from their albums over the last three decades, starts with "YES" (released by Atlantic in 1969) and culminates in "Magnification" (Beyond Music in 2001). Now their popularity is being rekindled wherever they go. Having left North American audiences in a real frenzy, in February 2003 YES at last touch down in Japan! Don't look away - the lid on 35 years of music history will be off before you know it! Inquiries: Udo Artists Inc. TEL.03-3402-5999 http://www.udo.co.jp/ |
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