Celebrating the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre’s 50th Anniversary
The Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre (JCCC) in Toronto celebrated its 50th Anniversary on November 9 with over 400 guests in attendance. In addition to the congratulatory remarks from Consul General of Japan Eiji Yamamoto, the Consulate General of Japan provided a taiko performance to express its appreciation for the JCCC’s efforts to promote Japanese culture over the past half-century.
Performance by Nagata Shachu provided by the Consulate General of Japan
The JCCC was established in October of 1963 due to the tremendous efforts put forth by the local Japanese Canadian community. Despite the hardship suffered by Japanese Canadians during and immediately after the war, the JCCC immediately became a successful institution enjoyed by Canadians from all walks of life. With activities ranging from classes in martial arts, flower arranging, tea ceremony and calligraphy – and with such popular events as Spring and Summer Festivals, Noh performances and Japanese film screenings – the JCCC has been invaluable in promoting friendship between Japan and Canada.
Consul General Eiji Yamamoto extends congratulations.
In his remarks, Consul General Yamamoto commended the JCCC for its accomplishments over the past 50 years. He said the Centre is the realization of the dream held by previous generations of Japanese Canadians for a community able to exist harmoniously within Canadian society in cooperation with people of other heritages. He also expressed hope that the next generation of Japanese Canadians will hold steadfastly to this vision, wishing the JCCC continued success in the future.
Top Left and Right: Guests wearing fashion from 50 years ago
Bottom left: Japanese Canadian Heritage Museum; Bottom Right: The exhibit space.
