Temporary Site Changes for COVID-19
As we navigate the COVID-19 crisis together, Soy Paper will feature virtual Japan-related events from local organizers. Additionally, our new link blog will highlight other cool stuff around the web. If you have any suggestions or need anything at all, send me an email or find me @soypaperla on Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.
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Japanese Food Lab Home Cooking Series: Sakura Carrot Takikomi Gohan
Japan House Los Angeles brings its popular Japanese Food Lab program to Youtube! The first episode guides viewers in creating a takikomi gohan.
Watch a Virtual Performance of the Cowboy Bebop Theme Song by the Original Band
The Japanese band Seatbelts — which performed Cowboy Bebop’s opening theme, “Tank!” — grouped up recently to assemble an at-home performance for fans.
Wash! Wash! Wash!
Pikotaro (Japanese comedian Daimaou Kosaka) returns with the perfect anthem for the COVID era.
Upcoming Virtual Events
GOH (Goh Kurosawa) is a musician armed with Honey Beast (his guitar), Lucky8 (his amp), fresh original songs, electrifying soundscapes, and stunning arrangements of familiar global melodies. Goh is often referred to as a 'musical wakonyosai' (音の和魂洋才) or the bicultural music samurai.
An introduction to the categories of Buddhist deity. Four lectures, 30 minutes per session. Free admission. RSVP required.
Attendees will not only receive insights into Japanese culture through the lens of business communications and how Japanese etiquette practices can benefit today’s increasingly prevalent virtual meetings, but they can also interact with the hosts and ask their own questions.
Join Sonoko Sakai for a 105 minute online workshop on the art of making traditional Japanese Soba from scratch.
