VIP upgrade tickets sold out but you can attend concert via regular fair admission tickets: https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/88234600/dim-mak-presentssteve-aoki-in-concertticket-upgrade-tucson-pima-county-fair-april-17-272025. Sorry for last minute posting.
The annual Pima County Fair is located at 11300 S. Houghton Rd. in SE Tucson.
Dr.Min Yanagihashi of Tucson, AZ has published a Western themed book about cowboys, with comparisons to the Samurai of feudal Japan.
The book is now available on amazon.com. Here’s the synopsis:
“Myths exist in every society. They can be used for positive purposes, such as solidifying national identity, ensuring political stability and promoting national pride. On the other hand, they can be used for nefarious purposes, such as justifying expansionism at the expense of other nations. When we examine the myths surrounding the cowboys and the samurai, we learn how the myths originated and how they evolved over the years. Comparing the myths with realities, we learn about the conditions and the circumstances involved and we gain an understanding of what the real cowboy and samurai were really like. When you hear the names John Wayne and Roy Rogers, what image of the cowboy do you have? What image of the samurai do you take away when you read the book Shogun or see the movie or the TV series of the same title? These questions are poised and discussed in this book. The book ends with a discussion of the roles played by the cowboy and samurai myths in contemporary America and Japan.”
Min is a Nisei from Honolulu, Hawaii and taught at various universities including the University of Arizona in the East Asian Studies Dept. He gave a talk on this book’s subject at Himmel Library on Oct. 22, 2015: http://www.southernazjapan.org/cowboys-samurai-myths-reality-talk-on-oct-22/
“Bear Canyon is hosting a sashiko workshop where you will learn the history of the Japanese sewing practice and make a lovely coaster! Open to ages nine and up!
https://pima.bibliocommons.com/…/67ef27c58fd49158705c5f15“
Kirk-Bear Canyon library is at 8959 E. Tanque Verde Rd. in Tucson, AZ. (NE corner of Tanque Verde Rd. and Bear Canyon Rd.)
Join us Sunday, April 13, 2025 to celebrate the Japanese national holiday of Children’s Day (Kodomo No Hi) at Yume Japanese Gardens.
This festival falls annually on May 5 when Japanese families celebrate the healthy growth and happiness of their children. This year our celebration will include so many fun crafts, games, and activities for the whole family to enjoy.
The event will feature Taiko Drumming performance and interactive play by Suzuyuki-Kai MoGan Daiko, storytelling, origami, ikebana for children, Japanese crafts, and much more!
Food and drinks will be available for purchase.
Dates & Time:
4/13
10 AM to 2 PM
Tickets:
General Admission: $20
Children age 3-15: $5
Advanced ticket reservation is required. This is a limited admission event.
Carolyn’s note: This is an early celebration of Children’s Day, which is held on May 5 every year in Japan. In Hawaii, it is still called Boy’s Day, with koinobori flying of koi/carp wind socks on bamboo poles, signifying how many boys are in the family.
10 April
7:30 pm
“Since Hiromi’s debut album Another Mind (2003), the world-renowned pianist’s sound has evolved with every release, erasing the lines between jazz and classical, composition and improvisation. Now she changes tack again with her heaviest, funkiest album yet: Sonicwonderland.
Hiromi describes the hard-hitting nine-song set as “a new journey of adventure,” one that began in her imagination. As motifs, phrases, and timbres blossomed in her mind, she began thinking about players who could help her realize this specific sound. “Making a record is like making a movie, and I’m the director looking for the perfect actor for each role.” For her new quartet, Hiromi’s Sonicwonder, she cast bassist Hadrien Feraud, drummer Gene Coye, and trumpet player Adam O’Ferrill.” Read More