Author: Susan

Arts & Entertainment, Events, Literature

The Strand to Host Virtual Book Launch with Senator Mazie Hirono and “Pachinko” Author Min Jin Lee

Senator Mazie Hirono + Min Jin Lee: Heart of Fire Monday, May 3 from 7:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Virtual Event on Crowdcast.io General Admission: Free Admission + Book (domestic shipping): $34 Admission + Book (international shipping): $53 Join The Strand for a virtual event with Senator Mazie Hirono for the launch of her new book, Heart of Fire. About This Event Senator Mazie Hirono … Continue reading The Strand to Host Virtual Book Launch with Senator Mazie Hirono and “Pachinko” Author Min Jin Lee
Susan
Arts & Entertainment, Events

Explore 2.5D Musicals with Japan Foundation, New York

Anime Takes the Stage: The Rise of 2.5-Dimensional Musicals and Beyond Tuesday, March 30 from 8:00 a.m. until 9:00 p.m. EDT Live on YouTube Admission: Free What is a 2.5-Dimensional (2.5D) musical? It is a stage adaptation from two-dimensional media such as anime, manga, and video games. This new genre of Japanese pop culture has gained remarkable popularity in Japan since the debut of Musical: … Continue reading Explore 2.5D Musicals with Japan Foundation, New York
Susan
Arts & Entertainment, Community, Events

Welcome Spring with Music from Kyo-Shin-An Arts and Tenri Cultural Institute

Spring Light Premiering Sunday, March 21 at 4:00 p.m. EDT Online on Musae Admission: $5 and up Celebrate the coming of spring with the sounds of Japan! Kyo-Shin-An Arts and Arts at Tenri present Spring Light, a concert featuring Sumie Kaneko, Yoko Reikano Kimura, and James Nyoraku Schlefer. From the 17th to the 20th century, Spring Light will have traditional and contemporary trios and duos … Continue reading Welcome Spring with Music from Kyo-Shin-An Arts and Tenri Cultural Institute
Susan
Business, Columns, Features

More Key Success Factors for Working Globally

In my last article, I wrote about key success factors for working globally based on a workshop I delivered recently. I focused on a simple exercise to demonstrate using empathy as a better way for team members to find common ground and understanding. I would like to continue with some other factors that play a part in global team dynamics and suggest ways to mitigate … Continue reading More Key Success Factors for Working Globally
Susan
Community, Events, Food & Drink

The First Annual Japanese Restaurant Cherry Blossom Week 2021 Is in Full Bloom

It’s been one year since the first case of COVID-19 was confirmed in New York City, and we are still in the midst of the pandemic. Many Japanese restaurants have suffered due to restrictions and the difficult winter weather. After cold weather and a spike in COVID-19 cases, indoor dining was banned again in December of 2020, leaving restaurants with only outdoor seating options. Now … Continue reading The First Annual Japanese Restaurant Cherry Blossom Week 2021 Is in Full Bloom
Susan