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Australia Japan Society - Qld Inc
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Enewsletter- April 2020
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Dear members and friends of the AJS-Q,
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I hope you and your families are safe and well amidst the recent unprecedented changes to work and daily life as a result of COVID-19 related restrictions.
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Communication and connection has never been more important. So, while we cannot meet in person the AJS-Q will continue to keep members and friends connected via our website, enewsletter, Facebook, and Twitter.
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Best Books to Read if You're Dreaming of Japan
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Whether you’re a devout Japanophile or contemplating your very first trip, there’s no better armchair escape than diving into a book.
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New Corporate Member - paper boat press
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The AJS-Q’s newest Corporate member has a very special connection with Japan
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Overshadowed by pandemic, Japan's ban on indoor smoking goes into effect
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A law banning indoor smoking in principle took full effect across the nation on Wednesday as part of an effort to protect people from passive smoking going into the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games.
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AJS Japanese Study Group | now moved online!
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From March 2020, the person-to-person gatherings for the Group were cancelled.
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The group now uses an online conference call facility to maintain the regular Thu afternoon Study Group sessions.
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Highlights of Kobe - Kobe City Loop Bus
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Each month throughout 2020 the AJS-Q is celebrating the Sister City anniversary by highlighting aspects of Kobe.
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This month we’re looking at one of the most convenient ways to see and get a feel for the city, via the Kobe City Loop Bus.
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Do you have something you'd like to share with AJS members?
Perhaps a travel story, article, Japan-related book or movie review, recipe or photograph. We always welcome any suggestions from members. Please send your contributions to Go-Nichi to the following email address: newsletter@austjpnsoc.asn.au
The AJS e-newsletter is sent to members at the end of the first week in every month.
GPO Box 2036 | Brisbane | Qld | 4001 execsec@austjpnsoc.asn.au Chancellor: His Excellency, The Governor of Queensland Co-Patrons : The Hon. The Premier of Queensland, The Consul-General of Japan, Queensland
Committee
Ms Margaret Rackemann - President Mr Andrew Hay - Immediate Past President Mr Yuki Nishiyama - Vice President Ms Julie Yamamoto - Vice President Ms Taeko Matsunaga - Secretary Mr Steve Abbott - Honorary Treasurer Ms Tomomi Iwasaki - Assistant Treasurer Mr Ross McConachie - Past President Mr Ross Humphreys - Past President Mr Mark Bulley- Webmaster Ms Shoko Arakawa Dr Taeko Imura Ms Gladys Busch Mr Takeshi Takada Mr Kohei Tamura Mr Andrew Carter Ms Nicole Patterson
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