Upcoming Events
J-Kai is JAFA's monthly social event that has been running since 1998. It provides an opportunity for Japanese and Australians with an interest in Japan to meet in a relaxed atmosphere. You don't have to be a JAFA member or speak any Japanese, just come along! Anyone can join and it's free. Date: Every 4th Wednesday of the month
For full requirements please click here. If you are interested in joining the homestay program or would like more information, please contact Glenda Grande at Parafield Gardens High School on 8258 9855 from 9am-4pm on weekdays, or send an email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. stating your interest.
During the week-long gathering, members of the public are invited to discover pop-up tea performances at the Art Gallery of SA and select venues across the city. From large-scale, participatory performances, to unique one-on-one tea encounters, members of the public are invited to take part in contemporary tea practices. For more information, visit worldteagathering.com or click here to view event details at the Art Gallery of South Australia.
Until Tuesday 16 October, her artworks will be on display in Hahndorf. When: 10 October - 16 October 2018 The full flyer can be found on our Facebook page.
If coming by bus, alight at stop 13 on Greenhill Road and walk about 500m to the picnic spot. The park has spacious grassed areas, BBQs, playground, duck pond, walking trails and toilets. Click here to share the Facebook event with your friends or click here for the event flyer. For a map of the park, please click here. Contact details of the organisers, Kate and Emiko, can be found on the flyer. We hope to see you there!
The Japan Australia Friendship Association proudly presents: AnimeGO! Anime Film Festival 2018Adelaide's first and only anime film festival! Held annually, AnimeGO! is a showcase for aspiring animators, film makers and artists. The festival encourages creators to produce content with a Japanese influence, whether it be animation films (anime), artwork or music.
The festival's highlight will be the screening of the top entries from our film making competition, along with a mixture of five anime films. We will also be announcing the winner of our short anime film making competition with the prize being a TRIP TO JAPAN!
Film screenings are just $10 if pre-purchased online or $12 at the door. Hurry, limited seats per screening! Pre-purchase your tickets via EventBrite: http://bit.ly/animego2018
A Letter to Momo [PG] – 10:30am
For updates, follow AnimeGO! on Facebook or visit www.animego.com.au
Drumming ensemble El Tambo Taiko, school students - including from the Adelaide Japanese Community School - together with others will share their talents, perspectives and insights. Hear about the Nuclear Weapon Ban Treaty adopted in 2017 and the road still ahead to see it take effect. When: Sunday 5 August, 2pm - 3:30pm
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Diary Dates
1st and 3rd Saturdays each MonthCraft Classes 18th September 2021 2pm-3:30pm Cowandilla Primary School 21 Jenkins St, Cowandilla
Coming in 2021AnimeGO! Japan Pop Culture Festival Saturday 30th October, 2021 12noon-6pm Queen's Theatre Playhouse Ln, Adelaide
4th Wednesday of each MonthJ-Kai 23rd September 2021 6pm-9pm Hotel Metro 46 Grote St, Adelaide
BonenkaiDecember 2021
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