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Washington, DC Japan Directory
Japan-related organizations, services, and business
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Note: This information is for your reference only. The JICC, Embassy of Japan in no way, shape, or form endorses any of the listed organizations or attests to their quality.

AGENCIES AND SOCIETIES

1. Asia Society
Headquarters:
725 Park Avenue (at 70th Street)
New York, NY 10021
TEL: 212-288-6400 FAX: 212-517-8315
WEB: www.asiasociety.org/visit/newyork.html
Sponsors films, lectures and exhibitions. Publishes a quarterly newsletter that includes a Calendar of Events for the Asia Society in New York and an International Calendar.

Asia Society Washington, DC Office:
1800 K Street, NW Suite 1102
Washington, DC 20006
TEL: 202-833-2742 FAX: 202-833-0189
WEB: www.asiasociety.org/visit/washingtondc/
EMAIL: DCInfo@asiasoc.org
Sponsors lectures, films and seminars on Asian-related issues. Publishes a monthly Calendar of Events that list the Center's programs and other Asian related events and activities in the Washington DC area.

2. Department of State, Japan Desk
Bureau of East Asian and Pacific Affairs
2201 C Street, NW
Washington, DC 20520
TEL: 202-647-2913
WEB: www.state.gov
Monitors Japanese affairs and US-Japan relations.

3. Embassy of Japan
2520 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20008
TEL: 202-238-6700 FAX: 202-238-2187
WEB: www.embjapan.org

4. Japanese-American Citizens League
Kristine Minami, Washington Representative
1001 Connecticut Avenue, NW Suite 730
Washington, DC 20036
TEL: 202-223-1240 FAX: 202-296-8082
WEB: www.jacl.org
EMAIL: dc@jacl.org
Lobbies on behalf of Japanese-and Asian-Americans. The local chapter sponsors cultural events including "Aki no Ichi" Fall festival, and publishes Pacific Citizen monthly.

5. Japan-America Society of Washington DC, Inc.
1819 L Street, NW, 1B Level
Washington, DC 20036
TEL: 202-833-2210 FAX: 202-833-2456
WEB: www.us-japan.org/dc
EMAIL: jaswdc@us-japan.org
Non-profit, corporate and individual membership organization, sponsors corporate, institutional, public affairs and cultural programs. Japanese language and other classes, and annual Matsuri and Moon-Viewing parties. Annual scholarship for study in Japan with spring deadline for applications from area college students. Library includes over 800 titles. The Society's Marshall Green Education Program provides services to the greater Washington area public schools to further the study of Japanese language and culture. Part of the National Association of Japan-America Societies.

6. Japan-America Student Conference
1819 L Street, NW, 1B Level
Washington, DC 20036
TEL: 202-289-4231 FAX: 202-789-8265
WEB: www.jasc.org/
EMAIL: jascinc@jasc.org
Provides advice and counsel to an annual conference held for one month during the summer. American students from college freshmen to PhD level are chosen to participate.

7. Japanese-American Veterans Association
PO Box 391
Vienna, VA 22183
TEL: 703-902-7114 FAX: 703-902-3383
WEB: www.javadc.org
EMAIL: admin@javadc.org
Association for Japanese-American WWII veterans.

8. Japan Information and Culture Center (JICC), Embassy of Japan
Lafayette Centre III, Mall Level
1155 21st Street, NW
Washington, DC 20036
TEL: 202-238-6949 FAX: 202-822-6524
WEB: www.us.emb-japan.go.jp/jicc
EMAIL: jicc@embjapan.org
Sponsors special events and films on Japan. Resources and information on Japanese culture. Library includes approximately 4000 titles. (Japanese Government)

9. Keizai Koho Center
(Japan Institute for Social and Economic Affairs)
1150 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite 1050
Washington, DC 20036
TEL: 202-293-8430 FAX: 202-293-8438
WEB: www.kkc.or.jp/english

10. Meridian House International
1630 Crescent Place, NW
Washington, DC 20009
TEL: 202-667-6800 FAX: (202) 667-1475
WEB: www.meridian.org
EMAIL: info@meridian.org
A non-profit institution that promotes international understanding through the exchange of people, ideas and the arts.

11. Mid-Atlantic Region Association for Asian Studies, University of Pennsylvania
847 Williams Hall
Philadelphia, PA 19104-6305
TEL: 215-898-7466 FAX: 215-573-9617
WEB: ccat.sas.upenn.edu/maraas/

12. National Japanese American Memorial Foundation
1620 I Street, NW, Suite 925
Washington, DC 20006
TEL: 202-530-0015 FAX: 202-530-0016
WEB: www.njamf.com
EMAIL: njamf@starpower.net

13. Smithsonian Resident Associate Program
The Smithsonian Associates
PO Box 23293
Washington, DC 20026
TEL: 202-252-0012 FAX: 202-786-2034
WEB: www.residentassociates.org
EMAIL: CustomerService@ResidentAssociates.org
Lectures on Japanese affairs. Various studio art classes.

14. U.S. Chamber of Commerce, Japan Affairs
1615 H Street, NW
Washington, DC 20062
TEL: 202-463-5461 FAX: 202-463-3173
WEB: www.uschamber.com

15. US-Japan Business Council
2000 L Street, NW, Suite 515
Washington, DC 20036
TEL: 202-728-0068 FAX: 202-728-0073
WEB: www.usjbc.org/

16. US-Japan Culture Center
2600 Virginia Avenue, NW Suite 512
Washington, DC 20037
TEL: 202-342-5800 FAX: 202-342-5803
Library, language classes, annual speech and essay contest for Japanese language students.

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APPRAISERS

1. American Society of Appraisers
555 Herndon Parkway, Suite 125
Herndon, VA 20170
TEL: 703-478-2228 FAX: 703-742-8471
WEB: www.appraisers.org
EMAIL: asainfo@appraisers.org

2. Appraisers Association of America
386 Park Avenue South, Suite 2000
New York, NY 10016
TEL: 212-889-5404 FAX: 212-889-5503
WEB: www.appraisersassoc.org
EMAIL: appraisers@appraisersassoc.org

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ARCHITECTURE

1. The American Institute of Architects
1735 New York Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20006
TEL: 202-626-7300 FAX: 202-626-7587
WEB: www.aia.org/
EMAIL: infocentral@aia.org
Approximately 100 titles on Japanese architecture.

2. Franz Bader Bookstore
1911 I Street, NW
Washington, DC 20006
TEL: 202-337-5440 FAX: 202-337-5441
E-mail: fbad@mailexcite.com
Collection includes books on Japanese architecture and publications used primarily by professional architects.

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ART

Collections:

1. Arise Gallery
5114 Roanoke Place
College Park, MD 20740
TEL: 301-486-1230 FAX: 301-486-1233
Contact: Mr. Paul MacLardy
WEB: www.arisedc.com
EMAIL: ARISEDC@aol.com
Gallery of Asian antiquities furniture, textiles, and jewelry.

2. Hendricks Art Collection
5207 Crown Street
Bethesda, MD 20816
TEL: 301-229-5100 FAX: 202-229-4097
WEB: www.hendricksartcollection.com
EMAIL: hendricksk@verizon.net
President/Owner: Ms. Kappy Hendricks
An extensive collection of Japanese woodblock prints.

3. Shogun Gallery
PO Box 3095
Falls Church, VA 22043
TEL: 703-883-3988
WEB: www.shogungallery.com/
EMAIL: prints@shogungallery.com
Extensive collection of three centuries of Japanese wood block prints. Exhibition and sales. Showings by appointment only.

4. The Walters Art Museum
600 North Charles Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
TEL: 410-547-9000
WEB: www.thewalters.org
EMAIL: info@thewalters.org
Contains nearly 4000 Japanese works of art.

Restoration and Repair:

1. Artisan Lamp
3331 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20008
HOURS: Monday-Saturday, 10-6:45
TEL: 202-244-8900 FAX: 202-686-1775
Porcelain, lacquer, sculpture, paintings, frames and shades. Sells Oriental pieces.

2. Asian Art Restoration-Studio MIYABI
Fairfax, VA
TEL: 202-244-8900
WEB: www.asianartrestoration.com
E-mail: aar@asianartrestoration.com Over 30 years of extensive experience in Asian art restoration. Hanging scroll (Kakemono), handscroll (Emakimono), Ukiyoe, hanga, Buddhist scriptures, Japanese traditional book binding, and album leaf.

3. Dobson Studios (Omer Ayar, Manager)
810 North Daniel Street
Arlington, VA 22201
TEL: 703-243-7363
Received training at the Endo Studio in Tokyo under Mr. Shinkichi Endo. Restores Oriental books, albums, and Japanese silk and paper paintings. Repairs ukiyo-e (woodblock prints) makimono (hand scrolls), and byobu (screens).

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BANKS

1. The Bank of Japan
Representative Office in Washington, D.C.
2100 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W. Suite 505
Washington, D.C. 20037
TEL: 202-466-2228 FAX: 202-466-2833
WEB: www.boj.or.jp/en/

2. The Bank of Tokyo-Mistubishi, Ltd.
Washington, DC Representative Office
1909 K Street, N.W. Suite 350
Washington D.C. 20006
TEL: 202-463-0477
WEB: www.btmny.com/

3. Development Bank of Japan
1101 17th Street, N.W. Suite 1001
Washington, D.C. 20036
TEL: 202-331-8696 FAX: 202-293-3932
WEB: www.dbj.go.jp/english/

4. Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC)
1909 K Street, NW Suite 300
Washington, D.C. 20006
TEL: 202-785-5242 FAX: 202-785-8484
WEB: www.jbic.go.jp/english/

5. Sumitomo Corporation of America
800 Connecticut Avenue, NW Suite 1000
Washington, D.C. 20006
TEL: 202-785-9210 FAX: 202-861-0690
WEB: www.sumitomocorp.com/

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BONSAI, BONSEKI

1. David Bockman Bonsai Artist and Instructor
TEL: 703-217-2442
EMAIL: orders@bunabayashi.com
Private instruction, classes, commissions undertaken, consultations, collections purchased, rare books bought and sold, board and restoration, lectures and demonstrations.

2. E & A Japanese Landscape & Bonsai
16505 New Hampshire Avenue Silver Spring, MD 20905
TEL: 301-384-6796 FAX: 301-384-9879
Design, installation, and maintenance of traditional oriental landscapes.

3. Graduate School USDA
600 Maryland Avenue, SW Suite 120
Washington, DC 20024-2520
TEL: 202-314-3320
FAX: 202-479-6843
Offers a demonstration and introductory course in bonsai.

4. National Bonsai Foundation, Inc.
3501 New York Avenue, NE Washington, DC 20002
TEL: 202-396-3510
FAX: 202-544-5398
WEB: www.bonsai-nbf.org
EMAIL: contact2007@bonsai-nbf.org
Dedicated to building a National Bonsai Museum within the National Arboretum.

5. Smithsonian Resident Associate Program Studio Arts Department
Smithsonian Institution
1100 Jefferson Drive, SW
Washington, DC 20560
TEL: 202-357-3030
FAX: 202-786-2034
WEB: www.smithsonianassociates.org
Offers classes.

6. US National Arboretum- Bonsai Pavilion
National Bonsai Collection
3501 New York Avenue, NE
Washington, DC 20002
TEL: 202-245-2726
WEB: www.usna.usda.gov/Gardens/collections/bonsai.html
Maintains a large collection of bonsai trees, including 53 rare bonsai trees presented by Japan to the United States as a bicentennial gift. Sponsors classes, workshops, tours, and demonstrations.

7. Wolftrap Nursery
9439 Leesburg Pike
Vienna, VA 22180
TEL: 703-759-4244
Bonsai suppliers and starter plants. Also offers classes and workshops in bonsai.

8. Hosokawa School
Ms Kiyoko Uyeda, Professor
8929 Braeburn Dr.
Annandale, VA 22003
TEL: 703-323-5020
Instruction in bonseki

9. Horizon Landscape
1525 Spencerville Road
Spencerville, MD 2086
TEL: 301-421-1800
FAX: 301-421-1764
WEB: http://horizonlandscaping.com

10. National Paulownia Center
Dr. Peter Beckjord
10908 Dresden Drive
Beltsville, MD 20705
Seeds and seedlings along with literature on tree growing.
TEL: 301-937-4635
WEB: www.paulownia.org

11. Shoen Bonsai Japanese Garden
601 East Gude Drive
Rockville, MD 20580-1327
Japanese garden landscaping, construction and supplies. Bonsai trees for sale.

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BOOKSTORES

1. Ginza, Inc.
1721 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20009
TEL: 202-332-7000
WEB: www.ginzaonline.com

2. The Lado Bookstore
2233 Wisconsin Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20007
TEL: 202-338-3133
English materials and videocassettes for English as a Second Language. Japanese-English dictionaries.

3. Kramer Books
1517 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20009
TEL: 202-387-1400
WEB: www.kramers.com
EMAIL: books@kramers.com

4. Newsroom
1803 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20009
TEL: 202-332-2890 FAX: 202-462-6657

5. Olsson's Books and Records- 6 branches
WEB: www.olssons.com

Crystal City
2200-G Crystal Drive
Arlington, VA 22202
TEL: 703-413-8121

Reagan Washington National Airport
Terminal C
Arlington, VA 20001
TEL: 703-417-1087

Arlington-Courthouse
2111 Wilson Boulevard
Arlington, VA 22201
TEL: 703-525-4277

Dupont Circle
1307 19th Street, NW
Washinton, DC 20036
TEL: 202-785-1133
FAX: 202-785-1736

The Lansburgh at Penn Quarter
418 7th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20004
TEL: 202-638-7610
FAX: 202-638-7466

Old Town Alexandria
106 South Union Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
TEL: 703-684-0077
FAX: 703-684-1053

6. Taiga Books, Video, DVD and Gifts
1055 Rockville Pike
Rockville, MD 20852
TEL: 301-738-2409 FAX: 301-738-2408
WEB: www.taigabooks.net
EMAIL: taiga@taigabooks.net
Offers the latest in Japanese and Asian films, Japanese books and magazines, and Japanese gifts.

Out of Town:

1. Asahiya Bookstore
360 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10017
TEL: 212-883-0011 FAX: 212-883-1011
WEB: www.asahiyausa.com/
EMAIL: sales@asahiyausa.com

2. Kinokuniya Bookstore
10 West 49th Street
Rockefeller Plaza
New York, NY 10020
TEL: 212-765-7766 FAX: 212-541-9335
WEB: www.kinokuniya.com/newyork/
EMAIL: kinokuniya@kinokuniya.com

3. Sasuga Japanese Bookstore
96 Clematis Avenue
Waltham, MA 02453
TEL: 781-891-5055 FAX: 781-891-5056
WEB: www.sasugabooks.com
EMAIL: info@sasugabooks.com
Sasuga Japanese Bookstore imports books, magazines, videos, DVD's, manga, cds and more directly from Japan, and can special order practically any Japanese publication; Sasuga also stocks a large selection of books in English about Japan.

Within Museums and Shops:

1. Arthur M. Sackler Gallery and Shop
1050 Independence Avenue, SW
Washington, DC 20560
TEL: 202-633-0535 FAX: 202-633-9838
WEB: www.freersacklershop.com/
EMAIL: asiashops@asia.si.edu

Mailing Address:
Gallery Shops
Freer Gallery or Art / Arthur M Sackler Gallery
P.O. Box 37012, MRC 707
Washington, DC 20013

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BRUSH PAINTING, CALLIGRAPHY

1. Smithsonian Resident Associate Program/
Studio Art Department
The Smithsonian Associates
PO Box 23293
Washington, DC 20026
TEL: 202-252-0012 FAX: 202-786-2034
WEB: www.residentassociates.org
EMAIL: CustomerService@ResidentAssociates.org
Offers a Japanese calligraphy course.

2. The Sumi-e Society of America, Inc.
WEB: www.sumiesociety.org/

Mr. Cecil H. Uyehara
Certified Japanese Calligrapher
3100 N. Leisure World Blvd, #604
Silver Spring, MD 20906
TEL: 301-229-3184
E-mail: uiai-1@comcast.net
The school style is known as Shinzen-ryu, after Kamijo Shinzan, the founder.

Headquarters:
Ms. Joan Lok
National President
5321 Long Sky Court
Columbia, MD 21045
TEL: 410-730-7597

National Capital Area Chapter (DC, MD, VA):
Mr. Richard Kaufman, President
6311 Friendship Court
Bethesda, MD 20817
TEL: 301-564-1429
EMAIL: rfkaufman@msn.com

Ms. Betzi Robinson, Executive Vice President
7102 Westbury Road
McLean, VA 22101
TEL: 703-893-5449
Email: betzi@autumnmoonstudio.com
Individual instruction in sumi-e.

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BUDDHIST ORGANIZATIONS

1. American Zen College
Dr. Gusung Shin
16185 Germantown Road
Germantown, MD 20874
TEL: 301-428-0665
WEB: www.americanzencollege.org/intro/more.html
EMAIL: zhi@americanzencollege.org
Non-profit religious organization established by Zen, Master Gusung Shin in 1976. Provides an educational environment for both Americans and Asians to study and practice Zen meditation and Buddhist philosophy.

2. Ekoji Buddhist Temple
Temple Address: 6500 Lake Haven Lane
Fairfax Station, VA 22039
Mailing Address: PO Box 2337
Springfield, VA 22152
TEL: 703-239-0500
WEB: www.ekoji.org/
Belongs to the Jodo Shinshu tradition. Adult services held every Sunday, at which the Dharma message is given. Obon service held annually in July.

3. Zen Buddhist Center of Washington
4705 45th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20016
TEL: 202-829-1966

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BUSINESS, TRADE, INDUSTRY

1. American Chamber of Commerce in Japan
Masonic 39 Mori Building, 10F
2-4-5 Azabudai, Minato-ku
Tokyo, Japan 106-0041
TEL: 011-81-334-33-5381 FAX: 011-81-334-33-8454
WEB: www.accj.or.jp
EMAIL: info@accj.or.jp

2. Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association
1050 17th Street, NW Suite 410
Washington, DC 20036
TEL: 202-296-8527 FAX: 202-872-1212
WEB: www.jama.org
EMAIL: cpowers@porternovelli.com

3. Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry
WEB: www.jcci.or.jp/home-e.html
EMAIL: info@jcci.or.jp
The Japan Chamber of Commerce and Industry is the central organization to which all local chambers of commerce belong. JCCI also has a central position in the dissemination of information concerning government policies and programs, and the promotion of nationwide projects.

4. Japan Economic Institute of America
1000 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite 1025
Washington, DC 20036-5302
TEL: 202-296-5633 FAX: 202-296-8333
E-mail: jei_info@jei.org
WEB: www.jei.org
JEI, a research organization funded by Japanfs Ministry of Foreign Affairs, provides information and analysis on Japanfs economy and US-Japan relations.

5. Japan Productivity Center for Socio-Economic Development
910 17th Street, NW, Suite 1025
Washington, DC 20006
TEL: 202-833-1404 FAX: 202-833-1406
WEB: http://www.jpc-sed.or.jp/eng/index.html

6. JETRO -Japan External Trade Organization
McGraw-Hill Building, 44th Floor
1221 Avenue of the Americas
New York, NY 10020-1079
TEL: 212-997-0400
FAX: 212-997-0464
WEB: www.jetro.go.jp

7. Nippon Keidanren - Japan Federation of Economic Organizations Headquarters
1-9-4 Otemachi, Chiyoda-ku
Tokyo, Japan 100-8188
TEL: 03-5204-1500 FAX: 03-5255-6250
E-mail: webmaster@keidanren.or.jp
WEB: www.keidanren.or.jp Washington Office
1150 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite 1050
Washington, DC 20036
TEL: 202-293-8430 FAX: 202-293-8438
Keidanren is a private, non-profit economic organization whose membership of foreign and Japanese companies in Japan includes virtually all branches of economic activity in Japan.

8. Keizai Koho Center- Japan Institute for Social and Economic Affairs Headquarters
Otemachi Building, 6-1 Otemachi 1-chome, Chiyoda-ku
Tokyo, Japan 100-0004
TEL: 03-3201-1415 FAX: 03-3201-1418
WEB: www.kkc.or.jp/english
EMAIL: webmaster@kkc.or.jp Washington Office
1150 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite 1050
Washington, DC 20036
TEL: 202-293-8430 FAX: 202-293-8438
WEB: www.kkc.or.jp/english

9. MIPRO - Manufacturers Imports and Investment Promotion Organization
2000 L Street, NW Suite 616
Washington, DC 20036
TEL: 202-659-3729
WEB: www.mipro.or.jp
EMAIL: mipro@mipro.or.jp

10. US-Japan Business Council
2000 L Street, NW Suite 515
Washington, DC 20036
TEL: 202-728-0068 FAX: 202-728-0073
WEB: www.usjbc.org

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CLUBS

1. DC Anime Club
A Non-profit organization that strives to educate people in the Washington D.C. area about East Asian Culture through Japanese Animation (anime) and Japanese Comics (manga). Bi-weekly meetings, on Saturday 2-5pm at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library.
WEB: http://www.dcanimeclub.org
For more information, call 202-262-2083 or email: president@dcanimeclub.org

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COOKING

1. Introduction to Sushi Making
Mary Moore, instructor
13825 Greenwood Drive
Dale City, VA 22193-2543
TEL: 703-680-1346
E-mail: mary-moore@verizon.net
Private sessions by appointment. Northern Virginia locations. $300 per three to four hour session. Reservations required.

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CULTURAL EXCHANGE

1. American Field Service
17th Floor 71 West, 23rd Street
New York, NY 10010
TEL: 212-807-8686
FAX: 212-807-1001
E-mail: info@afs.org
Web: www.afs.org
A non-profit educational organization providing opportunities for intercultural learning for high school and professionals through a home stay program abroad.

2. CIEE-Council on International Education Exchange
300 Fore Street
Portland, ME 04101
TEL: 207-553-4000
FAX: 207-247-4299
Web: www.ciee.org
Offers a variety of study abroad programs in Japan for secondary school students, educators, university students, and business professionals. The Council has offices in six countries abroad, including Japan.

3. Experiment in International Living
Summer Abroad
Kipling Road, PO Box 676
Brattleboro, VT 05302-0676
TEL: 802-257-7751
FAX: 802-258-3428
WEB: www.usexperiment.org
EMAIL: eil@worldlearning.org
Home stay and language study or home stay and travel through a summer abroad for high school students and a semester abroad for college students.

4. Institute for International Education
1400 K Street, NW
Washington, DC 2005-2403
TEL: 212-883-8200 FAX: 212-984-5452
WEB: www.iie.org/iie/dc
IIE is one of the largest and most active educational exchange agencies in the world. Its activities are worldwide and serving all segments of high education. Japan has been a participant in many of its programs.

5. International Education Associates, Inc.
P.O. Box 34430
Bethesda, MD 20827
TEL: 301-493-4048 FAX: 301-530-2461
EMAIL: iea@pruittfamily.com
Consulting firm which focuses on facilitating exchanges between U.S. and foreign universities, organizing English language training in the U.S., providing recruiting services for teachers of English as a Second Language, planning short term training programs, cosigning and developing joint education centures in higher education, and advising international students on U.S. institutions of higher education.

6. International Pen Friends Society
19-7 Ohsugi 1-chome
Edogawa, Tokyo JAPAN 132

7. International House of Japan
5-11-16, Roppongi, Minato-ku
Tokyo JAPAN 106-0032
TEL: 011-81-3-3470-4611
FAX: 011-81-3-3479-1738
WEB: www.i-house.or.jp

8. Japan-America Student Conference
1150 18th Street, NW Suite LL2
Washington, DC 20036
TEL: 202-289-4231
FAX: 202-789-8265
E-mail: info@iscdc.org
WEB: www.jasc.org
Organizes an annual conference to which forty American students from college freshman to PhD level are invited to apply for participation.

9. Japan-United States Educational Commission (Fulbright Japan)
206 Sanno Grand Building
2-14-2 Nagata-cho, Chiyoda-ku
Tokyo JAPAN 100-0014
TEL: 011-81-335-80-3231
FAX: 011-81-3-3580-1217
WEB: www.fulbright.jp/indexe.html
Conducts the Fullbright grant program between Japan and the United States, awarding approximately 100 grants per year to American and Japanese professors, graduate students, and non-academic professionals to lecture and conduct research in various fields.

10. Kanagawa International Association
Kanagawa Chikyu Shimin Plaza 1F
2 Yamashita-cho, Naka-ku
Yokohama, Kanagawa JAPAN 247-0007
TEL: 011-81-45-896-2626 FAX: 011-81-45--896-2945
WEB: www.k-i-a.or.jp/
Promotes international understanding and cultural exchange between the people of the Kanagawa area and all over the world through the sponsorship of programs such as letter exchanges, home stays, cultural events, and international aid.

Other International Associations:
1. Sister Cities International
1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Suite 850
Washington, DC 20004
TEL: 202-347-8630 FAX: 202-393-6524
WEB: www.sister-cities.org
EMAIL: info@sister-cities.org
A national organization that assists in establishing city-to-city affiliations and promotes international understanding by offering a limited number of exchanges to Japan on a professional level. Publishes gSister City News.h Local Sister city relationship: Baltimore-Kawasaki and Norfolk-Kitakyushu.

2. Sister Cities International, Japan Project
c/o Mr. Bernard Berkowitz, Chairperson
BEDCO
345 City Hall
Baltimore, MD 21202
TEL: 410-825-1440
FAX: 410-583-8133 3. Youth for Understanding
(YFU/ International Exchange)
6400 Goldboro Road Suite 100
Bethesda, MD 20817
TEL: 240-235-2100 FAX: 240-235-2104
WEB: www.yfu.org
EMAIL: pio@us.yfu.org
A private, non-profit organization dedicated to international understanding and world peace through high school exchange programs and home stays with volunteer host families. Summer, semester and year-long programs.

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DANCE

1. Kotobuki Kai Japanese Dance
Ms. Yoko Harada King, Artistic Director
4510 Sheridan Street
Riverdale Park, MD 20737
TEL: 301-779-1488
FAX: 301-779-5371
WEB: www.kotobukikaidance.com
E-mail: gerald@geraldking.com
Fully-staged Japanese classical dance performances. Lecture/demonstrations and workshops. Information on Noh Dance/Kabuki

2. Chonai Keiko
TEL: 301-593-7921 2. Onoe-ryu
Ms. Yukiko Orlandella
13445 Point Pleasant Drive
Chantilly, VA 20151
TEL: 703-631-2163
WEB: www.onoedance.com
EMAIL: kikuyuki@onoedance.com

3. Kisaragi Kai
128 Key Parkway
Frederick, MD 21702
TEL: 301-662-5907

4. Shizumi Manale
9612 Wire Ave.
Silver Spring, MD 20901
TEL: 301-589-4650

5. Keisenkai Okinawa Dance
269A Thomas Circle
Gettysburg, PA 17325
TEL: 717-338-9628
E-mail: kchibana@blazenet.net

6. Nihon Buyo Dancers
7418 Rokeby Drive #3-4
Manassas, VA 20109
TEL: 703-365-2194
Japanese and Hawaiian dance, please contact Debbie Hagens.

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DOCTORS, DENTISTS, SHIATSU

Japanese speaking:

1. Dr. Chuntung Changchiesn
8824 Cunningham Drive, Suite D
Berwin Heights, MD 20740
TEL: 301-345-5311
Pediatrics and general practice.

2. Dr. Noriko Sakai Hunter
6888 Elm Street Suite 301
McLean, VA 22101
TEL: 703-444-3345 FAX: 703-444-0338
Pediatrics, general practice, and gynecology.

3. Dr. Yas Takagi
8636 Arlington Boulevard
Fairfax, VA 22031
TEL: 703-560-9700

Dentists:

1. Brenda Michiko Elliott, D.D.S
Landmark Professional Center
5249 Duke Street, Suite 210
Alexandria, VA 22304
TEL: 703-823-1299

2. Dr. Roger Liao
11119 Rockville Pike, Suite 503
Rockville, MD 20852
TEL: 301-468-6926

Shiatsu:

1. Ohashiatsu-Maryland
Hazel Chung
Ellicott City, MD 21043
TEL: 410-313-8501 FAX: 410-313-8500
E-mail: hazel@ohashiatsu-md.org
Web: www.bewellnaturally.net/ohashiatsu
Ohashiatsu is a nurturing form of touch therapy. Classes and private sessions can be arranged.

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DOLL MAKING

1. Washington Kimekomi Doll-Making Class
Ms. Akiko Keene, Art Master & Professor
919 Willow Leaf Way
Potomac, MD 20854
TEL: 301-294-4997 FAX: 301-294-3250
EMAIL: akikokeene@aol.com
Demonstrations of Japanese doll-making techniques and other Japanese handicrafts. Doll repair.

FLAGS

1. National Capital Flag Company
100 South Quaker Lane
Alexandria, VA 22314
TEL: 703-751-2411
FAX: 703-751-4874
WEB: www.natlcapflag.com
EMAIL: flags@natcapflag.com

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FESTIVALS

September/October:

Annual Otsukimi at U.S. National Arboretum (Moon-viewing Party)
Japan-America Society of Washington, Inc.
1819 L Street, NW 1B Level
Washington, DC 20036
TEL: 202-833-2210 FAX: 202-833-2456
WEB: www.us-japan.org/dc/index.html
Traditional Japanese moon-viewing evening highlighted by stories, Japanese food and special moon-viewing poems which guests are asked to prepare for the occasion. Date depends on the phase of the moon.

October:

Aki no Ichi Festival
Japanese-American Citizens League
1001 Connecticut Avenue, NW Suite 704
Washington, DC 20036
TEL: 202-223-1240
WEB: www.jacl.org
Japanese bazaar celebrating the first of autumn attractions. Japanese food and vendors.

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FILM/MOVIES

1. Japan Foundation
152 West 57th Street, 39th Floor
New York, NY 10019
TEL: 212-489-0299 FAX: 212-489-0409
E-mail: info@jfny.org
WEB: www.jfny.org/
Collection of 150 films on subjects such as anthropology, gardens, fine arts and crafts, performing arts, education. May be ordered by educational institutions.

2. Japan Information and Culture Center,
Embassy of Japan
Lafayette Centre III (Mall Level)
1155 21st Street, NW
Washington, DC 20036
TEL: 202-238-6949 FAX: 202-822-6524
WEB: www.us.emb-japan.go.jp/jicc
EMAIL: jicc@embjapan.org
Collection primarily consists of educational films covering many different aspects of Japanese life. Monthly showings of classic and contemporary Japanese film.

3. Sasakawa Peace Foundation Library
1819 L Street, NW Suite 300
Washington, DC 20036
TEL: 202-296-8245 FAX: 202-296-8272
WEB: www.spfusa.org/
SPF has a large library with an extensive collection of Japan-related videos.

4. Library of Congress
Motion Picture, Broadcasting and Recorded Sound Division
Madison Building
1st Street & Pennsylvania Avenue, NE
Washington, DC 20540
TEL: 202-287-5840
WEB: www.loc.gov
Documentary, feature and newsreel films, including a comprehensive overview of Japan in the 1930s and 40s. Access is limited to individual scholars conducting research for publication.

5. Japan-Society New York
333 East 47th Street
New York, NY 10017
TEL: 212-832-1155 BOX OFFICE: 212-752-3015
WEB: www.japansociety.org/
The Japan Society has for sale a recent and wide variety of Japanese feature films, on reel and video.

6. Prince George's County Memorial Library
(Public Library)
6532 Adelphi Road
Hyattsville, MD 20782
TEL: 301-699-3500 FAX: 301-699-0122
WEB: www.prge.lib.md.us/
Contains feature films from post-war Japan and others by directors such as Kurosawa and Ozu, with English subtitles. Laser discs and videocassettes.

7. New Yorker Films
16 W. 61st Street, 11th Floor
New York, NY 10023
TEL: 212-247-6110 FAX: 212-307-7855
WEB: www.newyorkerfilms.com/
EMAIL: info@newyorkerfilms.com
Japanese films are available for order by institutions.

8. Kennedy Center
American Film Institute
270-D F Street, NW
Washington, DC 20024
TEL: 202-785-4601
WEB: www.kennedy-center.org
Japanese feature films shown periodically.

9. Library of Congress
Mary Pickford Theater
Madison Building, 3rd Floor
1st Street & Independence Avenue, SE
Washington, DC 20540
TEL: 202-707-5677
WEB: www.loc.gov/rr/mopic/pickford
Occasional Japan film series, free of charge.

10. Swank Motion Picture, Inc.
10795 Watson Road
St. Louis, Missouri 63127-1012
TEL: 800-876-5577
WEB: www.swank.com
Swank Motion Pictures, Inc. is a major movie distributor and a public performance licensing agent in non-theatrical markets where feature entertainment movies are shown.

11. AFI Silver Theater and Culture Center
8633 Colesville Road
Silver Spring, MD 20910
TEL: 301-495-6720 FAX: 301-495-6777

12. Sasakawa Peace Foundation Library
1819 L Street, NW Suite 300
Washington, DC 20036
TEL: 202-296-6694 FAX: 202-296-6695
WEB: www.spfusa.org
Collection of videocassettes.

Videos for Rental/Purchase:

1. Potomac Video
3418 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20008
TEL: 202-362-6695
WEB: www.potomacvideo.com

5536 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20015-2610
TEL: 202-362-5018

2. Video American
2110 18th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20009
TEL: 202-588-0177
WEB: www.videoamerican.com

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FLOWER ARRANGEMENT

1. Chiko School
Ms. Louise McKenzie
TEL: 703-525-4327

2. Ichiyo School
Ms.Kimi Snyder
TEL: 703-698-5882

3. Ikebana International Washington
Sachiko Furlan
711 Harford Road
Davidsonville, MD 21035
TEL: 410-721-1788
E-mail: pauladosch@starpower.net

DC Chapter No. 1, Inc.
PO Box 9663
Washington, DC 20016
Meets periodically for demonstrations and workshops. Large demonstrations are held eight times per year. Special annual flower show.

4. Ohara School
Mrs. William Lee, Special Advisor
8425 Sulky Court
Alexandria, VA 22308
TEL: 703-780-8558
International society headquarters in Kobe, Japan. Annual workshops by visiting masters. Meets periodically for special program/ demonstrations. Annual spring flower show.

5. Potomac Valley Chapter Ikenobo Ikebana Society
Ms. Kiyoko Uyeda, President
8928 Braeburn Drive
Annandale, VA 22003
TEL: 703-323-5020
Ms. Uyeda offers private instruction.

6. Smithsonian Resident Associate Program/
Studio Art Department
Smithsonian Institution
Washington, DC 20540
TEL: 202-357-3030
WEB: www.residentassociates.com
Offers a course in ikebana during the winter. The Smithsonian Associates
PO Box 23293
Washington, DC 20026-3293
Tel: 202-357-3172 FAX: 202-786-2034

7. Sogetsu School
The Washington, DC Metropolitan Area Branch
Mrs. Toku Sugiyama
Sogetsu USA
959 Ellendale Dr.
Towson, MD 21286
TEL: 410-321-0811 FAX: 410-544-8220
E-mail: seadvani@comcast.net

8. Ikenobo School
Metropolitan School
Metropolitan Washington, DC Chapter
Ikenobo Ikebana Society
Ms. Lanna Mai, President
9717 Velilla Road
Burke, VA 22015
TEL: 703-440-3681
E-mail: Lanna.Mai@uspto.gov
*The biggest and the oldest school headquarter in Kyoto, Japan. Certificates available (Introduce instructors)
Workshops by visiting professors from Japan twice a year, Chapter workshops 4-6 times a year. Annual Spring flower show w/Ikebana International DC No.1 Chapter.

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FOUNDATIONS

1. Hitachi Foundation
1073 22nd Street, NW
Washington, DC 20037
TEL: 202-457-0588 FAX: 202-296-1098
WEB: www.hitachi.org
Promotes community and civic affairs through grant provision, education, and art programs.

2. Japan Foundation
152 W. 57th Street, 39th Floor
New York, NY 10019
TEL: 212-489-0299 FAX: 212-489-0409
E-mail: info@jfny.org
WEB: http://www.jfny.org/
Applications available for fellowships, institutional and library support in the United States. Promotes cultural exchanges between Japan and other countries.

3. Japan-US Friendship Commission
1201 15th Street NW, Suite 330
Washington, DC 20005
TEL: 202-653-9800 FAX: 202-653-9802
WEB: www.jusfc.gov/commissn/commissn.html
EMAIL: jusfc@jusfc.gov
An independent, federal grant-making agency.

4. Matsushita Foundation
1 Panasonic Way
Secaucus NJ 07094-2917
E-mail: grants@gg.jp.panasonic.com
WEB: http://matsushita-kokusai-z.or.jp/
Provides grants primarily for educational projects.

5. United States-Japan Foundation
(Headquarters)
145 East 32nd Street
New York, NY 10016
TEL: 212-481-8753 FAX: 212-481-8762
WEB: www.us-jf.org/
EMAIL: info@us-jf.org
Private, non-profit, philanthropic grant-making foundation.

In Japan:

1. The American Chamber of Commerce in Japan
Masonic 39 MT Bldg. 10F
2-4-5 Azabudai, Minato-ku
Tokyo JAPAN 106-0041
TEL: 81-3-3433-5381 FAX: 81-3-3433-8454
WEB: www.accj.or.jp/
Represents over 550 American companies in Japan and over 1,750 members. Organized into 22 committees. Role is to promote the development of commerce between the United States and Japan by serving the desires of and representing its members.

2. The America-Japan Societies, Inc.
Akasaka 1-chome Mori Bldg.
1-11-28 Akasaka, Minato-ku
Tokyo JAPAN 107-0052
TEL: 81-3-3588-6344 FAX: 81-3-3588-6355
E-mail: info@ajstokyo.org
WEB: www.ajstokyo.org
An association of Americans and Japanese established in 1917 to promote friendly relations between the United States and Japan. The Society has close relations with the Associated Japan-America Societies (AJAS) in the United States and their member societies.

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GAMES

Go:

1. The Greater Washington Go Club
Cedar Lane Unitarian Church
9601 Cedar Lane, Bethesda, MD 20814
WEB: http://users.erols.com/jgoon/gwgcmain.htm
TEL: 202-244-4764

2. Northern Virginia Go Club
Arlington Temple
United Methodist Church
1835 Nash St., Roslyn, VA
TEL: 571-278-2136
WEB: http://www.novagoclub.org/home.htm

Shogi:

1. DC Shogi Club
816 Colby Avenue
Takoma Park, MD 20912
TEL: 703-521-5107
EMAIL: dcshogi@mail.erols.com Larry Kaufman
9213 Wooden Bridge Road
Potomac, MD 20854
TEL: 301-309-0904
E-mail: lkaufman@wizard.net
Private lessons and after school programs.

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GARDENS

1. Brookside Gardens
Maryland National Park and Planning Commission
1800 Glehallan Avenue
Wheaton, MD 20902
TEL: 301-962-1400
FAX: 301-495-9340
E-mail: MCP-Parks@MontgomeryParks.org
WEB: www.mc-mncppc.org/parks/brookside/
Grounds include a Japanese pavilion and garden. Japanese chrysanthemums displayed in the conservatory in November.

2. Hillwood Museum & Gardens
4155 Linnean Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20008
TEL: 202-686-8500 (office)
202-686-5807 (reservations)
WEB: www.hillwoodmuseum.org/
Features a Japanese-style garden, in a mountain-scene style, designed by Shogo Maeda.

3. National Arboretum
3501 New York Avenue or 24th & R Streets, NE
Washington, DC 20002
TEL: 202-245-2726 FAX: 202-245-4575
WEB: www.usna.usda.gov/
Grounds include a Japanese garden adjacent to the Bonsai pavilion. Complex also includes a koi pond.

4. National Park Service
National Capital Regional
1100 Ohio Drive, SW
Washington, DC 20242
TEL: 202-619-7000
WEB: www.nps.gov

5. Japan Landscape Architecture, Inc.
Mr. Hiko Mitani, President
14221 Chesterfield Road
Rockville, MD 20853
TEL: 301-871-5730
Design and construction of Japanese gardens.

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GOVERNMENT AGENCIES
Download PDF copy of Government Agencies list

1. Development Bank of Japan (DBJ)
1101 17th Street, NW, Suite 1001
Washington, DC 20036
TEL: 202.331.8696 FAX: 202.293.3932
Web: http://www.dbj.jp/en/
Ministry of Finance supported bank, promoting Japan’s industrial development through long-term, low-interest loans. Japan’s largest public financing corporation. New loan programs and consulting for foreign companies. Assists foreign companies to invest in and finance production facilities in Japan and to import goods and services.

2. Electric Power Development Co., Ltd.
1825 K Street, NW, Suite 1205
Washington, DC 20006
TEL: 202.429.0670 FAX: 202.429.1660
Web: http://www.jpower.co.jp/english/index.html
MITI’s Agency of Natural Resources and Energy-associated organization

3. The Federation of Electric Power Companies of Japan
1901 L Street, NW, Suite 600 Washington, DC 20036
TEL: 202.466.6781 FAX: 202.466.6758
Web: www.fepc.or.jp/english/
Federation of 10 Japanese electrical power companies.

4. The Industrial Bank of Japan, Ltd.
1701 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Suite 960
Washington, DC 20006
TEL: 202.835.0455 FAX: 202.835.0454
Private, but government-guaranteed bank, providing long-term financing for Japan’s industrial development. Has been assisting in the overseas expansion of Japanese companies. Offers financial and advisory services to foreign investors and companies.

5. Institution of Intellectual Property (IIP)
1800 K Street, NW Suite 926 Washington, DC 20006
TEL: 202.833.8565 FAX: 202.833.8563
Web: www.iip.or.jp/e/index.htm
MITI’s Industrial Policy Bureau associated nonprofit organization that surveys and researches as well as collects and disseminates information regarding domestic and foreign issues promoting the appropriate protection of IPRs.

6. Japan Atomic Energy Agency (JAEA)
1825 K Street, NW, Suite 508 Washington, DC 20006
TEL: 202.293.4551 FAX: 202.293.4553
Web: http://www.jaea.go.jp/english/index.shtml
Science and Technology Agency associated organization with ties to the Transportation Ministry.

7. Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association (JAMA)
1050 17th Street, NW, Suite 410
Washington, DC 20036
TEL: 202.296.8537 FAX: 202.872.1212
Web: http://www.jama.org/
Industry trade association affiliated with MITI’s Machinery and Information Industries Bureau

8. The Japan Bank for International Cooperation
1909 K Street, NW, Suite 300 Washington, DC 20006
TEL: 202.785.5242 FAX: 202.785.8484
Web: http://www.jbic.go.jp/en/index.html
MOF supported bank, providing a range of financial services to encourage Japan’s international trade.

9. Japan Center of International Finance
1101 17th Street, N.W., Suite 1001,Washington, DC 20036, USA
TEL:1-202-822-9635 FAX:1-202-822-9641
Web: http://www.jcif.or.jp/e/index.html
Ex officio office of the Ministry of Finance in Washington, DC.

10. Japan Electronics & Information Technologies Industries Association
One Penn Plaza 250 West 34th Street
New York, NY 10119
TEL: 212.489.6270 FAX: 212.279.6134
Web: http://www.jeita.or.jp/english/
MITI (Machinery and Information Industries Bureau) associated industry trade association. U.S. office of the Electronics Industries Association of Japan (EIAJ). Set up to monitor U.S. technical and political developments affecting the semiconductor and electronics industry. Publications available in English. Works closely with a number of Washington law firms.

11. Japan Electric Power Information Center, Inc. (JEPIC)
1120 Connecticut Ave, NW, Suite 1070 Washington, DC 20036
TEL: 202.955.5610 FAX: 202.955.5612
Web: http://www.jepic.or.jp/en/index.html
MITI’s Agency of Natural Resources and Energy associated organization.

12. Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO)
1221 Avenue of the Americas, 44th Floor New York, NY 10020
TEL: 212.997.0400 FAX: 212.997.0464
Web: http://www.jetro.org/
MITI sponsored organization. The New York JETRO office has over 20 departments following trade and technology issues. Departments include industrial research, automotive, bicycles, textiles, ship machinery, and prefectural representatives.

Other JETRO offices in the US:
• San Francisco TEL: 415.392.1333
• Chicago TEL: 312.527.9000
• Los Angeles TEL: 213.624.8855
• Houston TEL: 713.759.9595
• Atlanta TEL: 404.681.0600
• Denver TEL: 303.629.0404

13. Japan Federation of Construction Contractors, Inc.
1825 K Street, NW, Suite 1203 Washington, DC 20006
TEL: 202.466.3585 FAX: 202.466.3586
Web: http://www.nikkenren.com/ (Japanese only)
Ministry of Construction associated organization.

14. Japan Fisheries Association
2505 Wisconsin Ave., NW, Suite 1050 Washington, DC 20007
TEL: 202.965.1280 FAX: 202.342.0924
Web: http://www.suisankai.or.jp/index_e.html
Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries associated organization.

15. Japan Institute for Social and Economic Affairs -
Keizai Koho Center US Office
1900 K Street, NW, Suite 1075 Washington, D.C. 20006
TEL: 202.293.8430 FAX: 202.293.8438
Web: http://www.kkc.or.jp/english/index.html
The Keizai Koho Center is an independent, nonprofit organization to promote the understanding of Japan's economy and society at home and abroad. To achieve this mission, the Center maintains close ties with Keidanren (Japan Federation of Economic Organizations) and foreign and domestic institutions. Its financial resources are derived entirely from the private sector.

16. Japan International Agricultural Council
1510 H Street NW, Suite 200 Washington, DC 20005
TEL: 202.333.6070 FAX: 202.333.6864
Special liaison for Japan - U.S. agricultural issues.

17. Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)
1776 I Street, N.W., Suite 895, Washington, D.C. 20006
Tel: 202-293-2334 Fax: 202-293-9200
Web: http://www.jica.go.jp/english/
Ministry of Foreign Affairs-affiliated organization, administers Japan’s international aid programs.

18. Japan International Transport Institute
1819 L Street, NW, Suite 1000 Washington, DC 20036
TEL: 202.833.9763 FAX: 202.833.9769
Web: http://www.japantransport.com/
Ex officio office of the Ministry of Transport in Washington, DC.

19. Japan Iron & Steel Federation
Three Lafayette Center 1155 21st Street, NW, Suite 600 Washington, DC 20036
TEL: 202.429.4766 FAX: 202.463.9093
Web: http://www.jisf.or.jp/en/index.html
MITI’s International Trade Administration Bureau-associated organization.

20. Japan Oil, Gas and Metals National Corporation
1233 20th Street, N.W. Suite 206 Washington, D.C. 20036
TEL: 202-775-0602 FAX: 202-775-0605
Web: http://www.jogmec.go.jp/english/index.html
MITI’s Agency of Natural Resources and Energy associated organization.

21. Research Institute of Telecommunications & Economics
1133 21st Street, NW Suite 720 Washington, DC 20036
TEL: 202.857-0070 FAX: 202.955.6098
Web: http://www.fmmc.or.jp/rite/english/index.html

22. Japan Science & Technology Agency, Washington DC Office
1020 19th St., N.W., Suite 520, Washington, D.C. 20036
Tel: 202-728-0007 Fax: 202-728-0707
Web: http://www.jst.org/index.php
Gathers and disseminates international science and technology information.

23. Japan Society for the Promotion of Science
2001 L Street, NW, Suite 1050 Washington, DC 20006
TEL: 202-659-8190 FAX: 202-659-8199
Web: http://www.jspsusa.org/
Ministry of Education-associated organization.

24. Manufactured Imports Promotion Organization (MIPRO)
2000 L Street, NW Suite 616, Washington, DC 20036
Tel: 202-659-3729
Web: http://www.mipro.or.jp/english/
Quasi-government organization focused on promoting manufactured imports investment.

25. New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO)
2000 L Street, N.W., Suite 605, Washington D.C. 20036
Tel: 202-822-9298/9299 Fax: 202-822-9289
Web: http://www.nedo.go.jp/english/
Quasi-governmental body established under MITI’s Agency of Natural Resources and Energy to promote coordinated development and commercialization of alternative energy sources.

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GROCERY STORES

1. Hana Market
2000 17th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20009
TEL: 202-939-8854 FAX: 202-462-9233

2. Lotte
3250 Old Lee Highway
Fairfax, VA
TEL: 703-352-8989 11190 Parklawn Drive
Rockville, MD
TEL: 301-881-3355

3. Naniwa
6730 Curran Street
McLean, VA 22101
TEL: 703-893-7209 FAX: 703-893-6281
WEB: www.naniwafood.com/
EMAIL: naniwa@j-netusa.com

4. Hinata
4947 St. Elmo Avenue
Bethesda, MD 20814
TEL: 301-656-1009
Small Japanese food store specializing in sushi carry-out.

5. H-Mart/ Han Ah Reum- four locations
WEB: www.hmart.com

Falls Church
8103 Lee Highway
Falls Church, VA 22042
TEL: 703-573-6300

Fairfax
10780 Fairfax Blvd (Lee Hwy)
Fairfax, VA 22030
TEL: 800-427-9870

Baltimore
800 North Rolling Road
Catonsville, MD 21228
TEL: 443-612-9020

Wheaton
12015 Georgia Avenue
Silver Springs, MD 20902
TEL: 301-942-5071

6. New Wave Seafood, Inc.
3821 S. George Mason Drive
Baileys Crossroads, VA 22041
TEL: 703-379-9444
Sells fresh whole fish filets and other seafood. "Sushi to Go" also available for large gatherings.

Out of Town:

1. Mitsuwa Market (Formerly YAOHAN Plaza)
595 River Road
Edgewater, NJ 07020
TEL: 201-941-9133

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HOT SPRINGS

1. Hot Springs Spa of Washington
12221 Nebel Street
Rockville, MD 20852
TEL: 301-770-1516

2. Pembroke Springs Retreat
6238 Wardensville Grade
Star Tannery, VA 22654
TEL: 540-877-2600 or Toll Free: 1-888-348-1688
FAX: 540-877-3500
WEB: www.pembrokesprings-japan.com
EMAIL: pembroke@shentel.net

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KIMONO AND TEXTILES

1. Arise Gallery
6925 Willow Street, NW
Washington, DC 20012
HOURS: Monday-Saturday, 10:30-6. Sunday, 11-5
TEL: 202-291-0770 FAX: 202-291-2073
WEB: www.gwjapan.com/arise
EMAIL: ARISEDC@aol.com
Wide variety of imported Japanese and Asian textiles and clothing.

2. Fiber Designs
Mary Alice Hearn
4709 Argyle Avenue
Garret Park, MD 20896
TEL: 301-946-8358
Instruction and demonstration in Japanese hand weaving and dyeing. Custom clothing. Study of Noh robes in classical Japanese theater.

3. Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution
Jefferson Drive and 12th Street, SW
Washington, DC 20560
TEL: 202-357-2700
WEB: www.asia.si.edu/
Collection includes Japanese lacquer ware, painting, sculptures, metalwork, screens.

4. Art Library of the Freer Gallery of Art & the Arthur M. Sackler Gallery
TEL: 202-357-4880 ext. 342
WEB: www.asia.si.edu/
Over 45,000 volumes, approximately half in Asian languages.

5. Library of Congress, The Asian Reading Room
Thomas Jefferson Building, Room LJ-150
101 Independence Avenue, SE
Washington, DC 20540-4810
TEL: 202-707-5426 FAX: 202-707-1724
WEB: lcweb.loc.gov/rr/asian
Email: asian@loc.gov
Approximately 680,000 volumes in Japanese economics, literature, culture, and social history.

6. Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
10th Street & Constitution Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20560
TEL: 202-357-2483
E-mail: info@si.edu
www.mnh.si.edu
Collection contains nearly 5000 cultural objects from Japan, including 400 items (silk, lacquer ware, fans, clothing, etc.)

7. Textile Museum
2320 S Street, NW
Washington, DC 20008
TEL: 202-667-0441 FAX: (202) 483-0994
WEB: www.textilemuseum.org/
Worldwide collection of rugs and textiles, including Japanese pieces. Includes the Arthur D. Jenkins Library.

8. Norie Watanuki
Certified Japanese Kimono Dressing Instructor
9926 Edward Avenue,
Bethesda , MD 20814
TEL/FAX: 301-571-0502
E-mail: watanuki@verizon.net
Short Term Kimono dressing lessons(Private and group). Kimono dressing for parties/events.

9. Kiyomi Eguma
Certified Japanese Kimono Dressing Instructor
1813 35th Street, NW, #1
Washington, DC 20007
TEL: 202-285-2523
EMAIL: keguma@hotmail.com

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Language Classes
Download PDF copy of Language Classes list

Area Japanese Classes:

1. American University Dept. of Language and Foreign Studies
Start Dates: Academic Year
Levels: 3 Levels
Contact Information:
324 Asbury Building
4400 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20016-8045
TEL: 202-885-2381 FAX: 202-885-1076
WEB: http://www.american.edu/cas/lfs/languages/japanese.cfm
EMAIL: lfs@american.edu

2. Arlington County Public Schools
Start Dates: Various
Levels: Various
Contact Information:
2801 Clarendon Blvd. Rm 306
Arlington, VA 22201
TEL: 703-228-7200 FAX: 703-228-7200
WEB: www2.apsva.us/1540108819214883/site/default.asp
EMAIL: smartine@arlington.k12.va.us

3. Berlitz Language Center Washington Campus
Start Dates: Individual Basis
Levels: All Levels
Contact Information:
1050 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20036
TEL: 202-331-1160
WEB: www.berlitz.com/

4. Diplomatic Language Services, LLC
Start Dates: Flexible enrollment. Group and private classes. Morning, afternoon, evening & Saturday classes.
Levels: All Levels
Contact Information:
Language Training Section
1901 N. Ft. Myer Drive Suite 600
Arlington, VA 22209
TEL: 703-243-4855 ext 120 FAX: 703-351-7426
WEB: www.dls-llc.com/
EMAIL: registrar@dls-llc.com

5. Fairfax County Adult Education
Start Dates: Summer
Levels: Beginning to Intermediate, Conversation
Contact Information:
TEL: 703-658-1228
WEB: www.aceclasses.org
E-mail: language@facps.edu

6. Foundation for Advance Education in the Sciences
Start Dates: Semester
Levels: 8 Levels
Contact Information:
1 Cloister Ct, NIH, Suite 230
Bethesda, MD 20814-1460
TEL: 301-496-7976 FAX: 301-402-0174
WEB: www.faes.org

7. Four Seasons - Japanese Center
Start Dates: January, April, September
Levels: Children and Teens (Ages 9-18)
Contact Information:
4900 Auburn Ave., Ste. 211
Bethesda, MD 20814
TEL: 301-986-4942
WEB: www.geocities.com/jcfourseasons
EMAIL: jcfourseasons@yahoo.com

8. George Mason University, Dept. of Modern and Classical Languages
Start Dates: Academic Year and Summer
Levels: Beginning to Advanced
Contact Information:
233 Thompson Hall, 4400 University Drive, MSN 3E5
Fairfax, VA 22030
TEL: 703-993-1220, 703-993-1002 (TDD) FAX: 703-993-1245 (fax)
Email: language@gmu.edu
Website: http://mcl.gmu.edu/japanese/

9. George Washington University, EALL
Start Dates: Academic Year and Summer
Levels: Beginning to Intermediate
Contact Information:
Rome Hall 469
801 22nd Street, N.W.
Washington, DC 20052
TEL: 202-994-7106 FAX: 202- 994-1512
WEB: www.gwu.edu/~eall/
EMAIL: eall@gwu.edu

10. Georgetown University Japanese Dept.
Start Dates: Academic Year, Summer, Intensive Summer
Levels: Beginning to Advanced
Contact Information:
37th and O Streets, NW
Box 571052
Washington, DC 20057-1052
TEL: 202-687-5918
WEB: www.georgetown.edu/departments/asian/P_resource.htm

11. Graduate School, USDA
Start Dates: Quarterly
Levels: Beginning to Advanced
Contact Information:
600 Maryland Avenue, SW Suite 120
Washington, DC 20024-2520
TEL: 202-314-3300, 888-744-GRAD
FAX: 866-FAX-GRAD
WEB: http://grad.usda.gov
EMAIL: customerservicecenter@grad.usda.gov

12. Inlingua School of Language
Start Dates: Individual Basis
Levels: All Levels
Contact Information:
1901 North Moore Street
Arlington, VA 22209
TEL: 703-527-8666 FAX: 703-527-8693
WEB: www.inlinguadc.com
EMAIL: inlingua@inlinguadc.com

13. International Center for Language Studies, Inc.
Start Dates: 8 times a year
Levels: All Levels
Contact Information:
727 15th Street, NW Suite 400
Washington, DC 20005
TEL: 202-639-8800 FAX: 202-783-6587
WEB: www.ICLS.com
EMAIL: foreignlang@icls.com

14. International Language Institute
Start Dates: Quarterly
Levels: 10 levels
Contact Information:
1337 Connecticut Avenue, NW, 4th Floor
Washington, DC
TEL: 202-362-2505
FAX: 202-686-5603
WEB: www.transemantics.com/flp/japanese.html
EMAIL: ili@transemantics.com

15. Japan-America Society of Washington D.C., Inc.
Start Dates: Varies
Levels: Five Levels
Contact Information:
1819 L Street, NW 1B Level
Washington, DC 20036
TEL: 202-833-2210
WEB: www.us-japan.org/dc/
EMAIL: jaswdc@us-japan.org

16. Montgomery County Public Schools
850 Hungerford Drive Rm 167
Rockville, MD 20850
TEL: 301-929-2025 FAX: 301-929-2099
WEB: www.mcps.k12.md.us/adulted/

17. Northern Virginia Community College
Start Dates: Semester
Levels: Four Levels
Contact Information:
Alexandria Campus Rm AA252
Humanities Department
3001 N. Beauregard Street
Alexandria, VA 22311-5097
TEL: 703-933-3971
WEB: http://www.nvcc.edu/home/tshigehisa/
E-mail: tshigehisa@nvcc.edu

18. SAIS Johns Hopkins University
Start Dates: Academic year and Summer
Levels: Beginning to Advanced
1619 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20036
TEL: 202-663-5751
FAX: 202-663-5764
EMAIL: mdorelus@jhu.edu
WEB: http://www.sais-jhu.edu/academics/languages/japanese/index.htm

19. U.S.-Japan Culture Center
Start Dates: Quarterly
Levels: 6 Levels
tact Information:
Watergate Complex
2600 Virginia Avenue, NW Suite 512
Washington, DC 20037
TEL: 202-342-5800 FAX: 202-342-5803

20. Washington Japanese Heritage Center
Start Dates: September, February
Levels: 4 Levels
Contact Information:
River Road Unitarian Universalist Congregation
6301 River Road, Bethesda, MD 20817
TEL: 703-868-3241
WEB: www.keisho.org
EMAIL: info@keisho.org

Self Instruction Materials:

1. The Lado Bookstore
2233 Wisconsin Avenue, NW Lower B1
Washington, DC 20007
TEL: 202-223-0023
Japanese learning materials and dictionaries.

2. International Learning Systems
1500 K Street, NW, Suite 350
Washington, DC 20005
202-638-2766
Lingua-thon and other Japanese language series.

3. Olssonfs Books and Records- two locations
Washington, DC 20036
TEL: 202-785-2662
Washington, DC 20007
TEL: 202-638-7610
WEB: www.olssons.com
Japanese language tape series with corresponding course book. Dictionaries and creative learning materials.

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LIBRARIES

1. American Institute of Architects Library
1735 New York Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20006-5292
TEL: 202-626-7300
WEB: www.ala.org
Approximately 100 titles on Japanese architecture.

2. Freer Gallery of Art and the Arthur M. Sackler Gallery
PO Box 37012, MRC 707
Washington, DC 20013-7012
TEL: 202-633-0477 FAX: 202-786-2936
WEB: www.asia.si.edu/visitor/library.htm
Over 45,000 volumes, approximately half in Asian languages.

3. Bender Library
The American University
4400 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20016-8046
TEL: 202-885-3232
WEB: www.library.american.edu
Several hundred titles related to Japanese culture. A special Charles Spinks collection containing 1,200 volumes exclusively on Japan.

4. Congressional Research Service (CRS)
Library of Congress
James Madison Building, Room LM-324
101 Independence Avenue, SE
Washington, DC 20540-7500

Contacts (Japan Specialists):
Dr. Nanto (Specialist, Industry and Trade)
TEL: 202-707-7754

Dr. Richard P. Cronin,
Foreign Affairs, National Defense, Economy of Japan
TEL: 202-707-7678

Dr. Shinn, Specialist Korean/Asian Politics and Finance (also fluent in Japanese)

The CRS does analysis and research on topics per request by members of Congress. CRS reports are generally only available to the public by request via their state representative.

5. Melvin Gelman Library
George Washington University
2130 H Street, NW
Washington, DC 20052
TEL: 202-994-6558
WEB: www.gwu.edu/gelman/
Over 1,000 titles on Japan. East Asian studies lab for language aid. Must have a GWU Student ID for entrance.

6. Japan-America Society of Washington, Inc.
1819 L Street, NW 1B Level
Washington, DC 20036
TEL: 202-833-2210 FAX: 202-833-2456
WEB: www.us-japan.org/dc/
EMAIL: jaswdc@us-japan.org
Over 800 titles related to Japanese culture, history, art, language, economics, and politics. Educational videos, overseas newspaper editions, magazines and a limited selection of books from Japan in Japanese.

7. Lauinger Library
Georgetown University
37th and N Streets, NW
Washington, DC 20057
TEL: 202-687-7452
WEB: www.gulib.lausun.georgetown.edu
Several thousand titles related to Japanese religion, history, fine arts, literature, and language.

8. Library of Congress
The Asian Reading Room
101 Independence Avenue, SE
Washington, DC 20540-4810
TEL: 202-707-5426 FAX: 202-707-1724
WEB: lcweb.loc.gov/rr/asian
EMAIL: asian@loc.gov
Approximately 680,000 volumes in Japanese. Economics, literature, culture, and social history.

9. MARJiS (Mid-Atlantic Region Japan-in-the-Schools) Program
International Center for the Study of Education Policy and Human Values
Room 3104, Benjamin Building
College of Education
University of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742
TEL: 301-405-7350 FAX: 301-405-3573
EMAIL: marjis@glue.umd.edu
WEB: www.intleducenter.umd.edu/netscape/transcultural.htm
The MARJiS clearinghouse is a library and resource center operating under the MARJiS program. It includes textbooks, curriculum kits, audio-visual materials and various cultural objects for use in teaching students about Japan.

10. Theodore McKeldin Library
University of Maryland
College Park Campus
College Park, MD 20742-7011
TEL: 301-405-0800
WEB: www.lib.umd.edu/MCK/mckeldin.html
Approximately 30,000 volumes related to Japanese social science and humanities. The Gordon Program collection specializes in the Occupation of Japan.

11. National Arboretum Library
3501 New York Avenue, NE
Washington, DC 20002
TEL: 202-245-2726 FAX: 202-245-4538
WEB: www.usna.usda.gov/
Large collection of books on Japanese gardens and bonsai.

12. John K. Mullen Library
Catholic University of America
620 Michigan Avenue, NE
Washington, DC 20064
TEL: 202-319-5070
WEB: libraries.cua.edu/
Several hundred titles related to Japanese religion, history, literature and language.

13. Sasakawa Peace Foundation Library
1819 L Street, NW Suite 300
Washington, DC 20036
TEL: 202-296-6694 FAX: 202-296-6695
WEB: www.spfusa.org/Library/index.htm
Provides the public with access to recently published books, periodicals, and documents on present-day Japan. Topics include business & economics, politics & government, U.S.-Japan relations, education, language, and society.

14. U.S.-Japan Culture Center Library
2600 Virginia Ave, NW Suite 512
Washington, DC 20037
TEL: 202-342-5801 FAX: 202-342-5803
Library includes titles on Japanese economics, politics, and contemporary society.

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MARTIAL ARTS

1. Okinawa Aikikai U.S. Dojo
2639 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite C-104
Washington, DC 20008-1537
TEL: 202-338-8690
WEB: www.oki-aikikai.com/
EMAIL: mveltri@dcaikido.com

2. Aikido Shobukan Dojo
Washington D.C. Aikikai
Aikido Schools of Ueshiba (ASU)
421 Butternut Street, NW
Washington, DC 20012
TEL: 202-829-4202
WEB: www.aikido-shobukan.org
Aikido Shobukan Dojo was founded by Mitsugi Saotome, Shihan and his students, and remains as a major center for the study and practice of Aikido.

3. Great Falls Budokan
Kenjitsu/Art of Japanese Swordsmanship
Adam Schultz
201 Davis Drive
Sterling, VA 20164
TEL: 703-433-5642

4. Japan Karate Association Washington DC Shotokan Karate Club
3265 S Street, NW
Washington, DC 20007
TEL: 202-462-0385
EMAIL: dckarate@gmail.com
Instruction in traditional Karatedo through the guidelines of the international Japan Karate Association. Emphasis on basic techniques, forms, and sparring.

5. Japan Karate Association of Virginia Shotokan Karate Center
Fairfax Circle
Strikerfs Square Shopping Center
3238 Old Pickett Road
Fairfax, VA 22031
TEL: 703-277-9554
WEB: www.jkava.com
EMAIL: skc@jkava.com
Instruction in orthodox shotokan.

6. Japanese Shotokan Karate Association Intl.
P.O. Box 7009
Silver Spring, MD 20907
TEL: 301-254-8884
WEB: www.jskaintl.org/contact/
EMAIL: jskaintl@aol.com
Instruction with emphasis on traditional Shotokan karate and Budo spirit, by M. Tabassi, a 6th Dan affiliated with JKA-US.

7. Everhart's Enterprise
Kenpo Karate Division
530 7th Street, SE
Washington, DC 20003
TEL: 202-543-3400
WEB: www.everhartenterprises.com
Instruction in self-defense, weaponry, and meditation.

8. Seichou Karate Limited
807 North Royal Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
TEL: 202-390-4436
WEB: http://www.seichoukarate.com
EMAIL: info@seichoukarate.com
Classes offered for adults and children. Great for self-defense, self-confidence and maintaining good health.

9. Shambhala Meditation Center
11 East Mount Royal Avenue
Baltimore, MD 21202
TEL: 401-727-2422
WEB: www.baltimoreshambhala.org
EMAIL: info@baltimoreshambhala.org
Instructions and demonstrations in Zen archery by Mr. Kanjuro Shibata XX, official bow maker and archer to the Emperor of Japan.

10. Japan Karate Association- DC Branch
3265 S. Street, NW
Washington, DC 20007
TEL: 202-462-0385
WEB: www.dckarate.com
Classes in traditional Shotokan Karate for all ranks and ages.

11. Shidogakuin Washington DC Kendo Dojo (Washinkan)

DC and Maryland location
American Dance Institute
1570 East Jefferson St.
Rockville, MD 20852
WEB: http://shidogakuin.com/
EMAIL: washinkan@kendoka.org

Hendon, Virginia location
WEB: www.ekondo.com
EMAIL: jyan@kendoka.org

12. George Washington University Kendo Club

Saturday Practice (1:00-3:00pm)
Building K Gym
817 23rd St. NW
Washington, DC 20037

Monday and Thursday Practice (9:00-10:30pm)
Lerner Health and Wellness Center
2301 22nd & G Sts.
NW Washington, DC 20037

WEB: http://www.gwu.edu/~kendo/
EMAIL: Kendo@gwu.edu
President: Perry D'Amelio (perryd@gwmail.gwu.edu)
Practices are held during George Washington Fall and Spring Semesters only. All times are subject to change.

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MUSEUMS

1. Anderson House of the Society of Cincinnati
2118 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20008-2810
HOURS: Tuesday - Saturday, 1-4 p.m.
TEL: 202-785-2040
FAX: 202-785-0729
WEB: www.thesocietyofthecincinnati.addr.com/
Japanese and Chinese art objects such as screens, furniture, carvings, and porcelain.

2. National Children's Museum
955 L'Enfant Plaza North, SW, Suite 5100
Washington, DC 20024
TEL: (202) 675-4120
WEB: www.ccm.org/
EMAIL: info@ncm.museum
Explore the geography, economy and home life of Japanese children at "Japan: Through The Eyes of A Child".

3. Freer Gallery of Art
Smithsonian Institution
Jefferson Drive and 12th Street, SW
Washington, DC 20560
TEL: 202-357-1300
WEB: www.asia.si.edu
Japanese lacquer ware, painting, sculptures, metalwork, and screens.

4. National Museum of Natural History
Smithsonian Institution
10th Street & Constitution Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20560
TEL: 202-357-1729
WEB: www.mnh.si.edu
Nearly 5,000 cultural objects from Japan, including 400 collected by Commodore Matthew Perry during his expedition to Japan.

5. Arthur M. Sackler Gallery
Smithsonian Institution
1050 Independence Avenue, SW
Washington, DC 20560
TEL: 202-633-4880
WEB: www.asia.si.edu
Sponsors lectures, films, performances, seminars, symposia and continually changing exhibitions from all parts of Asia.

6. Textile Museum
2320 S Street, NW
Washington, DC 20008
TEL: 202-667-0441
WEB: www.textilemuseum.org
EMAIL: info@textilemuseum.org
Collection of rugs and textiles, including Japanese pieces.

7. The Walters Art Museum
600 North Charles Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
TEL: 410-547-9000
WEB: www.thewalters.org
EMAIL: info@thewalters.org
Approximately 3,700 Japanese works of art with emphasis on the 18th and 19th century decorative arts of metalwork, lacquer ware, netsuke and ceramics.

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MUSIC

1. Suzuki Association of Greater Washington Area
103 West Columbia Street
Falls Church, VA 22046
TEL: 703-256-3031
WEB: www.sagwa.org/
Association has information on teachers of the Suzuki method of violin, as well as teachers for the cello, bass and flute.

2. Washington Toho Koto Society
Mrs. Kyoko Okamoto, Director
10230 Green Forest Drive
Silver Spring, MD 20903-1536
TEL: 301-434-4487 FAX: 301-431-3346
WEB: www.kotosociety.org/
EMAIL: info@kotosociety.org
Performances by musicians playing the koto and a variety of other instruments. Demonstrations, lectures, and recitals.

3. Koto Consortium of Greater Washington
Contact: Ms. Miyuki Yoshikami
8504 Irvington Avenue
Bethesda, MD 20817
TEL: 301-530-0598
Performances, lectures and instruction in the koto and Japanese performing arts.

4. Nen Daiko
6500 Lake Haven Lane
Fairfax Station, VA 22039-1879
Contact: Ruth Vines
TEL: 703-360-1544
Traditional Japanese large drums played with choreographed movements.

5. Japanese Choral Society of Washington
Contact: Reiko Young
300 Westview Ct., NE, Vienna, VA 22180
Tel: 703-938-7253
Web: http://www.jchoral.org
Email: JCSWmail@gmail.com
Performances of primarily Japanese choral and ensemble music at various public venues.

Music Collection:

1. Library of Congress
Motion Picture, Broadcasting and Recorded Sound Div.
101 Independence Avenue, SE
James Madison Bldg, LM 336
Washington, DC 20540-4690
TEL: 202-707-8572
WEB: www.loc.gov/rr/mopic/
Collection of Japanese popular and folk records and recordings including music from pre-1945.

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PAPER ARTS

1. Crest Designs & Stationary
Ms. Jacqueline Ito Murdock, Designer
3111 Cunningham Drive
Alexandria, VA 22309
TEL: 703-360-0124
Specializing in customized family crests and motifs. Note cards, stationary, business cards, silk-screened T-shirts, canvas bags.

2. Kiri-e Class
Mrs. Thomas P. Shoesmith
7460 Adams Park Court
Annandale, VA 22003
TEL: 703-642-3288
Materials for creating kiri-e paintings.

3. Pyramid Atlantic, Inc.: Hand Papermaking & Paper Arts
6001 66th Avenue, Suite 103
Riverdale, MD 20737
TEL: 301-459-7154 FAX: 301-577-3424
EMAIL: pyratl@earthlink.net
Center for the paper, print, and bookmaking arts. Classes, lectures, and exhibitions.

4. Capital Folders (Origami Organization)
Marcia Mau
1612 Mont Morency Drive
Vienna, VA 22182
TEL: 703-938-8927
EMAIL: orisources (at) cox.net
The art of origami is brought to the next level with complex forms.

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POTTERY
1. Ms. Anne Anderson
3103 Beechwood Lane
Falls Church, VA 22042
TEL: 703-534-3765
Demonstrations and instruction in the Arlington area.

2. Torpedo Factory
Ms. Shigeko Sato
105 North Union Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
TEL: 703-838-4565
WEB: www.torpedofactory.org
Japanese pottery and sculpture.

3. Ms. Betty Tsuneishi
5703 Maiden Lane
Bethesda, MD 20817
TEL: 301-320-3856 Useful Websites:
www.e-yakimono.net

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PRESS & MEDIA
Downloand a PDF copy of Japanese Press and Media list

1. Asahi Shinbun, Washington Bureau
National Press Building, Suite 1022
14th & F Streets, NW
Washington, DC 20045
TEL: 202-783-1000
WEB: www.asahi.com/english/english.html (English)

2. Chunichi Shinbun, Washington Bureau
National Press Building, Suite 1012
14th & F Streets, NW
Washington, DC 20045
TEL: 202-783-9479
WEB: www.chunichi.co.jp/ (English)

3. Jiji Press, Washington Bureau
National Press Building, Suite 550
14th & F Streets, NW
Washington, DC 20045
TEL: 202-783-4330
WEB: www.jiji.co.jp (Japanese)

4. Kyodo News Service, US Bureau
747 Third Avenue, Suite 1803
New York, New York 10017
TEL: 202-347-5767
WEB: http://home.kyodo.co.jp (Japanese)

5. Mainichi Shinbun, Washington Bureau
National Press Building, Suite 340
14th & F Streets, NW
Washington, DC 20045
TEL: 202-737-2817
WEB: mdn.mainichi.co.jp (Japanese)

6. Nihon Keizai Shinbun, Washington Bureau
National Press Building, Suite 636
14th & F Streets, NW
Washington, DC 20045
TEL: 202-393-1388
WEB: www.nni.nikkei.co.jp (Japanese)

7. Nishi Nippon Shinbun, Washington Bureau
National Press Building, Suite 1012
14th & F Streets, NW
Washington, DC 20045
TEL: 202-393-5812
WEB: www.nishinippon.co.jp (Japanese)

8. Sankei Shinbun, Washington Bureau
National Press Building, Suite 330
14th & F Streets, NW
Washington, DC 20045
TEL: 202-347-2842
WEB: www.sankei.co.jp (Japanese)

9. Yomiuri Shinbun, Washington Bureau
National Press Building, Suite 802
14th & F Streets, NW
Washinton, DC 20045
TEL: 202-783-0363
WEB: http://www.yomiuri.co.jp/dy/ (English)

Broadcast Media
1. NHK - Nihon Hoso Kyokai, Washington Bureau
National Press Building
14th & F Streets, NW
Washington, DC 20045
TEL: 202-828-5180
WEB: www.nhk.or.jp/index-e.html (English)

2. TBS - Tokyo Broadcasting System, Washington Bureau
National Press Building, Suite 1088
14th & F Streets, NW
Washington, DC 20045
TEL: 202-393-3800
WEB: www.tbs.co.jp/eng/ (English)

3. TV Asahi, Washington Bureau
National Press Building, Suite 670
14th & F Streets, NW
Washington, DC 20045
TEL: 202-347-2933
WEB: http://www.tv-asahi.net/ (English)

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PUBLICATIONS & PERIODICALS

1. Nihon Keizai Shimbun
National Press Building, Suite 636
14th & F Streets, NW
Washington, DC 20045
TEL: 202-393-1388
WEB: www.nikkei4946.com/sb/e_index/index.html (English)

2. Bungei Shunju Digest
150 East 58th Street, Suite 3900
New York, NY 10155
TEL: 212-421-8700

3. The Journal of Japanese Studies
Thompson Hall DR-05
University of Washington
Seattle, WA 98195-3650
TEL: 206-543-9302
WEB: depts.washington.edu/jjs/
EMAIL: jjs@u.washington.edu
Quarterly scholarly journal. By subscription.

4. Monumenta Nipponica
Studies in Japanese Culture
Dr. Michael Cooper
Sophia University
7-1 Kioi-cho, Chiyoda-ku
Tokyo, JAPAN 102-8554
WEB: monumenta.cc.sophia.ac.jp/
EMAIL: kw-nakai@sophia.ac.jp
Quarterly scholarly journal. By subscription.

5. Pacific Subscription Service
P.O. Box 811
FDR Station
New York, NY 10022
Services include ordering periodicals published in Japan. Complete directory listing Japan periodicals available.

6. Keizai Koho Center- Japan Institute for Social and Economic Affairs
1-6-1 Otemachi, Chiyoda-ku
Tokyo, Japan 100-0004
TEL: 1-81-3-3201-1415 FAX: 1-81-3-3201-1418
Washington, DC 20036
1150 Connecticut Avenue, NW, Suite 1050
TEL: 202-293-8430 FAX: 202-293-8438
WEB: www.kkc.or.jp/english/
EMAIL: webmaster@kkc.or.jp
Collection of speeches on topics of current interest relating to Japan. Published monthly. By subscription.

7. Overseas Courier Service
7371-B Lockport Place
Lorton, VA 22079
E-mail: was@oscworld.com
WEB: www.ocs.co.jp/en/index_en.html
Imports and delivers newspapers, magazines, reports, scholarly publications. By subscription.

8. Venture Japan
7 Park Avenue, 5G
New York, NY 10016

9. AXXES Info.
Japan Axxes Media
4409 North 36th Street
Arlington, VA 22207
TEL: 703-532-9712
EMAIL: axxes@gwjapan.com

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RESTAURANTS

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SALONS

1. Ozuki Salon
1025 Thomas Jefferson St., NW
Washington, DC 20007
WEB: www.ozukisalon.com
Hair cuts, colorings, treatments, and kimono dressings. Bilingual staff.

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STORES- INTERIOR DESIGN

1. Arise Gallery
6925 Willow Street, NW
Washington, DC 20012
TEL: 202-291-0770 FAX: 202-291-2073
WEB: www.gwjapan.com/arise
Experience a gallery of Asian antiquities, furniture, textiles, and jewelry.

2. Samurai
Faircity Mall
9650-44 Main Street
Fairfax, VA 22031
TEL: 703-978-2100
WEB: www.samurai123.com
A variety of Japanese and Asian merchandise including stationery, tools, toys, bath accessories, kitchen, and interior goods.

3. East & Beyond, Ltd.
6727 Curran Street
McLean, VA 22101
TEL: 703-448-8200 FAX: 703-821-1272
WEB: www.EandBeyond.com
EMAIL: EandBeyond@aol.com
An Asian antique gallery carrying Japanese antiques such as furniture, boxes, benches, chairs, porcelain and textiles.

4. Ginza, "Things Japanese"
1721 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20009
TEL: 202-332-7000
WEB: www.ginzainc@verizon.net
Futon bedding, Mingei folk art, kimono, jewelry, Ikebana/Bonsai/Sumi-e/ art & paper supplies, origami, pottery and Fukagawa porcelain, Noguchi lamps, and woodblock prints.

5. Miya Shoji
109 West 17th Street
New York, NY 10011
TEL: 212-243-6774 FAX: 212-243-6780
WEB: www.miyashoji.com
EMAIL: info@miyashoji.com
Traditional Japanese handcrafted/custom made interiors since 1951. Tansu, mizuya, shoji, tatami, lamps, single sliced table, Japanese furniture and more.

6. Oriental Living, Inc.
7720 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 9
Bethesda, MD 20814
TEL: 301-656-9333 FAX: 301-656-9444
Asian-style furniture, accessories, art, and custom made shoji screen. Manufactures shoji screens.

7. Artisan Lamp
3331 Connecticut Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20008
HOURS: Monday-Saturday, 10-6:45
TEL: 202-244-8900 FAX: 202-686-7550
E-mail: alc@artisanlamp.com
WEB: www.artisanlamp.com
Sells asian-style pieces.

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STUDENT HOSPITALITY

1. American Youth Hostel, Inc.
National Administrative Office
8401 Colesville Road, Suite 600
Silver Springs, MD 20910
TEL: 301-495-1240 FAX: 301-495-6697
Sells membership through which students can receive books and listings of youth hostels in the United States and abroad.

2. International Student House
1825 R Street, NW
Washington, DC 20009
TEL: 202-232-4007 FAX: 202-387-4115
WEB: www.ishdc.org
EMAIL: info@ishdc.org
Room and board accommodations for foreign and American students. Most rooms are shared by two or three students from different countries.

3. Meridian House International
1630 Crescent Place, NW
Washington, DC 20009
TEL: 202-667-6800 FAX: 202-667-1475
WEB: www.meridian.org
Hosts international groups.

4. Hostelling International-Washington DC
1009 11th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20001
TEL: 202-737-2333
FAX: 202-737-1508
E-mail: reserve@hiwashingtondc.org
Located in the center of this monumental city, close to most of the famous sights of the city.

In Japan:

1. Association of International Education
4-5-29 Komaba, Meguro-ku
Tokyo JAPAN 153
TEL: 03-5454-5211 FAX: 03-5454-5231
WEB: www.aiej.or.jp/index1.html
Information about study abroad in Japan. Administers examinations for foreign students for their placement in Japanese universities.

2. Kanagawa International Association
Sangyo Boeki Center 9th Floor
2 Yamashita-cho
Naka-ku, Yokohama
Kanagawa, JAPAN 231
TEL: 045-671-7070
Promotes international understanding through a home stay program, cultural exchanges, and activities.
Reference: Employers of English Teachers

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STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS

1. The American University Japan-American Club
Student Confederation
200 Mary Graydon Center
4400 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20016
TEL: 202-885-6400 FAX: 202-885-1344
WEB: www.studentconfigulation.com
Sponsors speakers, forums, cultural events and social outings related to Japanese culture. Letter exchange between Japanese and American students. Booklet listing Japan study scholarship opportunities. Chapter of the Japan-America Society, Washington DC.

2. Georgetown University Japan Club
G.U. Student Programs
316 Leavey Center
Washington, DC 20057
TEL: 202-687-3704 FAX: 202-687-8940
Sponsors lectures, discussions, films and cultural events related to Japanese culture.

3. Japanese-American Citizens League
Japanese-American Youths
1001 Connecticut Avenue, NW Suite 704
Washington, DC 20036
TEL: 202-223-1240
WEB: www.jacl.org
EMAIL: dc@jacl.org
Members primarily high school students.

4. The University of Maryland
Asian and European Languages and Cultures
2106 Jimenez Hall, University of Maryland
College Park, MD 20742
TEL: 301-405-4239 FAX: 301-314-9841
Sponsors lectures, films, and other events related to Japanese culture.

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SWORDS

1. The Society for Preservation of Japanese Art Swords (NBTHK)
c/o The Japanese Swords Museum
4-25-10 Yoyogi, Shibuya-ku
Tokyo, JAPAN 151-0053
A museum specializing in Japanese swords with a permanent exhibit of famous swords and sword fittings. The headquarters of Nippon Bijutsu Token Hozon Kyokai (NBTHK), which works for the study and preservation of Japanese swords

- Florida Token-kai (branch)
Carl Hall, Chairman
17120 Gulf Boulevard
North Redington Beach, FL 33708
TEL: 727-392-2500
FAX: 727-369-7123
E-mail: carl@hall-ltd.com
www.floridatokenkai.com

2. Japan Sword Co., Ltd.
8-1 Toranomon 3-chome
Minato-ku, Tokyo JAPAN 105
TEL: 03-3434-4321 FAX: 03-3434-4324

3. Japanese Sword Preservation Society
4-9-14 Kasuya, Setagaya-ku
Tokyo, JAPAN 157-0063
TEL: 03-3305-0848
WEB: www.nihontoken.org/e_index.html

4. Japanese Sword Society of the United States
P.O. Box 513
Albuquerque, NM 87103-0513
EMAIL: barry@hennick.ca
WEB: www.jssus.org
Sales, information and appraisals of Japanese swords.

5. Japanese Swordsmanship Society /
Metropolitan NY Japanese Sword Club
P.O. Box 1119
Rockefeller Center Station
Manhattan, NY 10185
TEL: 212-691-2891
WEB: www.ny-jss.org/

6. Society for the Preservation of Japanese Art Swords
Mr. Timothy P. Pepin
P.O. Box 718
Grant Park, IL 60940
TEL: 800-435-5119
E-mail: samuraisword@attglobal.net
Appraises Japanese swords

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TEA CEREMONY

Instruction
1. Urasenke Chanoyu Center
Mr. Hisashi Yamada, Contact
153 East 69th Street
New York, NY 10021
TEL: 212-988-6161 FAX: 212-517-7594
EMAIL: urasenkeny@earthlink.net

2. Urasenke, Washington DC Branch
Mr. Masako Soyu Miyahara, Director
6930 Hector Road
McLean, VA 20101-2110
TEL: 703-748-1685 FAX: 703-748-1689
WEB: www.urasenkedc.org
EMAIL: masakomiyahara@earthlink.net

Utensils
1. Teaism- 3 branches
WEB: www.teaism.com/
E-mail: info@teaism.com

400 8th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20004
TEL: 202-638-6010 800 Connecticut Avenue
Washington, DC 20006
TEL: 202-835-2233 2009 R Street, NW
Washington, DC 20009
TEL: 202-667-3827

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TEACHING ENGLISH IN JAPAN

1. International Education Services (IES)
Roze Hikawa Building
22-14 Higashi 2-chome
Shibuya-ku, Tokyo JAPAN 150-0011
TEL: 03-3498-7101 FAX: 03-3498-7113
WEB: www.iac.co.jp/~iesinfo/
EMAIL: iesinfo@iac.co.jp
Conducts interviews in the United States for Americans holding a degree and/or two years experience in specific areas such as business, engineering, real estate, and advertising, to teach English to Japanese professionals.

2. GEOS
TEL: 877-584-4367
WEB: www.geoscareer.com/
Employs Americans to teach conversational English to Japanese students. Conducts job interviews in the U.S. (New York City, Dallas, Costa Mesa/Los Angeles) and Canada (Vancouver, Toronto).

3. BERLITZ
Shin Aoyama Building, East 16F
1-1 Minami Aoyama 1-chome, Minato-ku
Tokyo, Japan 107-0062
WEB: http://teach.berlitz.co.jp

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TRANSLATION
Download a PDF copy of the Translation list

Individuals:
1. Ms. Junko Hosoya
P.O. Box 27 Tall Timbers, MD 20690
Tel: (301) 994-1878 Fax: (301) 994-0783 Cell: (301) 535-2444
Email: hosoya@nucleartrans.com
Web: http://www.nucleartrans.com
Services offered: Interpreting, translation, nuclear issues.

2. Ms. Yuko Tagasaki Mitchell
9111 Fernwood Road Bethesda, MD 20817-3019
tel: (301) 469-5950
Services offered: specializes in technical and business translation/interpretation.

3. Ms. Yukiko Henninger
2712 Pembsly Dr. Vienna, VA 22181
Phone: (703) 255-7201
e-mail: Yuki@japaneseinterpretation.com
Services offered: legal, technical and business interpretation / translation

4. Ms. Mami Saito
6966 Ellingham Circle Alexandria, VA 22315
tel: (703) 971-5193 fax: (703) 971-5193
e-mail: mamisaito@gmail.com
Services offered: specializes in technical and business interpretation/translation especially relating to chemical, patents, and trademarks.

Companies:
1. Corporate Language Services
15 Maiden Lane, Suite 300 New York, NY 10038-4003
tel: (212) 766-4111 (800) 788-0450 fax:(212) 349-0964
Services offered: consecutive interpreters; transcription/ translation of taped interviews; media projects including films; slide presentations; language training.

2. Diplomatic Language Services, Inc.
1117 N. 19th Street (Suite 800) Arlington, VA 22209
tel: (703) 243-4855 fax: (703) 358-9189
Services offered: language training, translation, interpreting for business/government.

3. Japan Interface
Ms. Asami Isomichi
500 North Capitol St., NW Suite 800 Washington, DC 20001
tel: (202) 393-3333 fax: (202) 393-1133
Services offered: legal and technical translation and interpreting specializing in litigation support including document production management and depositions.

4. Pacific Ring
1423 Christina Mill Drive Newark, DE 19711
tel: (302) 369-1518 fax: (302) 369-1618
Services offered: translating, interpreting, specialize in electronics, telecommunications, and semiconductor industry. Also, technical manuals, product literature, scientific articles, resumes, brochures and legal contracts.

5. Nippon Information Services, Galaxy Systems
2004 17th Street NW
Washington DC 20009
tel: (202) 939-8850 fax: (202) 667-5303
web: http://www.galaxygalaxy.com/nis.htm
Services offered: translating, interpretation, advertising and marketing materials, desktop publishing, video production and dubbing, translation, typesetting, and printing of Japanese business cards.

6. Geneva Worldwide
261 West 35th Street
Suite 700
New York, NY 10001
Contact: Bob Horowitz
tel: 212-255-8400 x 124
cell: 732-259-5768
fax: 212-255-8409
email: bob@genevaworldwide.com
web: www.genevaworldwide.com
Services offered: Experience in translating birth, marriage, and death certificates, as well as immigration papers and any other documents.

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TRAVEL RESOURCES
Download a PDF copy of Japan-focused travel agencies

Japan Tourism Organizations:

1. International Visitors and Information Center
1630 Crescent Place, NW
Washington, DC 20009
TEL: 202-939-5566

2. Japan National Tourism Organization
One Rockefeller Plaza, Suite 1250
New York, NY 10020-2002
TEL: 212-757-5640 FAX: 212-307-6754
E-mail: visitjapan@jntonyc.org
WEB: www.jnto.go.jp/eng/ & www.japantravelinfo.com/
Offers travel literature at no charge. Branch of the Japanese government.

3. National Council for International Visitors
1420 K Street, NW Suite 800
Washington, DC 20005
TEL: 202-842-1414 FAX: 202-289-4625
E-mail: info@nciv.org
WEB: www.nciv.org

Official Distributors of the JR Rail Pass:

1. Japan Railways East
One Rockefeller Plaza, Suite 1622
New York, NY10020
WEB: www.japanrailpass.net/eng/en001.html
Offers information on Japan Rail Passes and basic travel info in Japan.

2. ANA Washington
1101 16th Street, NW Washington, DC 20036
Tel (202) 857-0909 Fax (202) 857-0920

3. PCS Washington
1629 K Street, NW Suite 601 Washington, DC 20006
Tel (202) 833-3531, 1-800-920-7274 Fax (202) 833-4370

Japan-focused Travel Agencies:

1. Umino Research & Travel Assistance (URTA)
1712 1 Street, NW Suite 210 Washington, DC 20006
Tel (202) 293-9717 Fax (202) 293-9363

2. ANA Hallo Tours, Inc.
1301 K Street, NW Suite 375E Washington, DC 20005
Tel (202) 223-8610 Fax (202) 223-8865

3. Pacifico Creative Service, Inc.
1629 K Street, NW Suite 601 Washington, DC 20006
Tel (202) 833-3531 Fax (202) 833-4370

4. Urban Travel Agency
1411 K Street, NW Suite 460 Washington, DC 20005
Tel (202) 638-7550 Fax (202) 638-6130

5. IACE Travel
1001 Connecticut Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20036
Tel (202) 223-9400, 1-800-526-4223 Fax (202) 223-1160

6. Japan Associates Travel
2000 17th Street, NW Washington, DC 20009
Tel (202) 939-8853 Fax (202) 462-9233

7. Japan Express Travel, Inc.
1717 K Street, NW Suite 415 Washington, DC 20006
Tel (202) 347-7730 Fax (202) 457-0456

8. Star & Sunrise Travel Inc.
4435 Wisconsin Avenue, NW Suite 205 Washington, DC 20016
Tel (202) 364-4510 Fax (202) 364-4341

9. Nippon Travel
5028 Wisconsin Avenue, Washington, DC 20016
Tel (202) 362-0039 Fax (202) 966-9242

10. Suburban Travel (3 Branches)
11510C Rockville Pike Rockville, MD 20852
Tel (301) 770-9300, 1-800-335-2827 Fax (301) 770-5823

529 14th Street, NW Suite 460 Washington, DC 20045
Tel (202) 638-7550 Fax (202)638-6130

4351 Garden City Drive Landover, MD 20785
Tel (301) 731-5495 Fax (301) 731-4602

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WEAVING AND DYEING

1. Fiber Designs
Ms. Mary Alice Hearn
4709 Argyle Avenue
Box 32
Garrett Park, MD 20896
TEL: 301-946-8358

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WOODWORKING

1. Daiku Woodworking, Peter Wechsler
21122 Park Hill Road
Boonsboro, MD 21713
TEL: 301-432-6396
EMAIL: daiku@myactv.net
Award-winning specialist in traditional Japanese woodworking

2. Miya Shoji
109 West 17th Street
New York, N.Y. 10011
TEL: 212-243-6774
Sells tatami mats, shoji, etc. Orders available.

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(c) Japan Information & Culture Center, Embassy of Japan
Lafayette Center III (Lower Level), 1155 21st Street NW, Washington DC 20036-3308
TEL: 202-238-6949, FAX: 202-822-6524, Email: jicc@embjapan.org