Japan-related events in New York

"In Search of 'True Love'" is a world-premiere play about epiphany and revival after a woman lost the sense of loving herself and others, written, directed and performed by a New York-based artist, Ayaka Yamamoto.
Showtimes:
Tuesday - September 2 - 6:30pm
Thursday - September 4 - 6:30pm
Friday - Septembr 5 - 9pm
Tuesday - September 9 - 9pm
Wednesday - September 10 - 6:30pm
Thursday - September 11 - 9pm
Saturday - September 13 - 5pm
Sunday - September 14 - 2pm

ICP is honored to present Japan / A Love Story, an exhibition presented by Nikkei, the Financial Times and Peter Fetterman Gallery. Spanning nearly forty years, Michael Kennaʼs photographic journey in Japan unfolds as a profound narrative of devotion, stillness and reverence, revealing the essence of place beyond mere documentation. His minimalist, meditative black-and-white images invite viewers to slow down, listen and connect with the poetic tranquility of temples, forests and remote landscapes.

In conjunction with Asia Week New York this September, Joan B. Mirviss LTD is thrilled to announce Collapse / Rebirth II, the second conjoint solo exhibition by renowned female ceramists, Fujino Sachiko (b. 1950) and Futamura Yoshimi (b. 1959). While each artist creates works that balance organic spontaneity with deliberate control, their approaches could not be more distinct.

This event introduces Japanese traditional culture, music, and the appeal of Ishikawa Prefecture, including its recovery after the recent earthquake. We’ll feature live performances of Japanese songs, anime themes, and American classics, including improvisation during the calligraphy show. Workshops will offer Go and Shogi experiences through demos and hands-on play.
A large-brush calligraphy performance will follow, with audience participation if time allows.

Peelander-Z is a Japanese action comic punk band known for their high-energy, theatrical live shows and colorful, anime-inspired costumes. The band, originally formed in New York City in 1998, is now based in Austin, Texas. They claim to be from the "Z area of Planet Peelander" and incorporate elements of pro wrestling, Japanese pop culture, and sci-fi into their performances.