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JANUARY 2014 SURFACE OF WINDOW / SLOW & TENSE

Swiss artists Thomas Maisonnasse and Andreas Kressig will participate in the third exhibition of this ten-year

project «Actuality and Boundary» of the Yoshiaki Inoue Gallery. It will feature photographic artworks from Japan,

Belgium, Switzerland, USA and Taiwan. The exhibited works explore the artists' relationship between spirituality

and society through diverse contemporary expressions.

THROUGH JAN 18 Yoshiaki Inoue Gallery, Osaka THROUGH JAN 19 Gakei Gimlet Saas, Kyoto

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PATEK PHILIPPE: THE 175TH ANNIVERSARY EXHIBITION

To commemorate Patek Philippe's 175th anniversary, historic timepieces from Geneva's Patek Philippe Museum

will be exhibited at the Seitoku Memorial Art Museum alongside paintings from Patek Philippe's own collection

representing life

during Japan's westernizing 1868 Meiji Restoration.

JAN 17–19 The Seitoku Memorial Art Museum, Tokyo

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LILAC ENSEMBLE 2014: CHARITY CONCERT

The Lilac Ensemble has been formed at the Conservatoire de Lausanne and is composed of three musicians

from three di-erent countries. Yuka Munehisa (piano), Solange Joggi (violin), Hilde Skomeda(cello) will play the -

rst concert of

«Piano Trio» by Swiss composer Daniel Schnyder.

JAN 24 Acros Fukuoka, Fukuoka JAN 25 Saga Romanza, Saga

Informations: LILAC ENSEMBLE

LECTURE: LEO AND BEATE SIROTA

Nassrine Azimi, Swiss Senior Advisor of the United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) and

Michel Wasserman, professor at the Ritsumeikan University, co-wrote a book entitled «Le dernier bateau pour

Yokohoma» about Leo and Beate Sirota. Beate Sirota contributed to the writing of the Constitution of Japan after

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World War II. The lecture will be held at the Maison franco-japonaise in French with Japanese translation.

JAN 30 Maison franco-japonaise, Tokyo

FEBRUARY 2014 TYPO PICTURE BOOK AND MORE… ROMANO HÄNNI

Typographer and designer Romano Hänni was a designer for the newspaper

«Basler Zeitung» and Art Messe. Since 1984, he produces hand-printed books at

his atelier in Basel. Among others, his latest hand-printed book «Typo Picture

Book» will be shown in the Print Gallery following the exhibition.

© ROMANO HÄNNI

THROUGH FEB 2 Print Gallery, Tokyo

INTERNATIONAL HUMANITARIAN LAW IHL SYMPOSIUM

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) was founded in 1864 by Swiss businessman and social

activist Henri Dunant to assist and protect the lives and dignity of victims of war and internal violence. To mark

this anniversary, the Embassy of Switzerland in Japan, the ICRC and the Japanese Red Cross Society will

organize a symposium on International Humanitarian Law (IHL).

FEB 3 Kyoto University, Kyoto

Informations: ICRC

ENSEMBLE QUANTENSPRUNG WITH SWISS ENSEMBLE ENZIAN

The Ensemble QUANTENSPRUNG is an energetic group of young Swiss musicians with a repertoire that

reaches from traditional Swiss music to contemporary sounds and jazz. For this Japan tour Jwan Steiner, a

percussionist and trumpet player and Andreas Gabriel, a violin player will exceptionally join the ensemble. Current

members are Mathias Landtwing (clarinet), Markus Bircher (accordion), Severin Barmettler (contrabass) and

Andreas Bircher (keyboard). On February 11 they will be joined by japanese Jodel singer Enzian.

FEB 3–11 Tsuda Hall, Tokyo and other venues in Kansai

Informations:

Quanten Sprung Swiss Ensemble Enzian

SWISSDAYS

Swissdays is the official launch event celebrating the 150 years of diplomatic

relations between Switzerland and Japan. For four days in February 2014,

Roppongi Hills arena in Tokyo will be transformed into a multifaceted festival of

Swiss culture. The event will be opened by the President of the Swiss

Confederation and will include performances from Swiss music star Bastian

Baker and renowned jazz musician Eliana Burki, a showcase of Swiss

traditional wrestling

and many others.

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© Eliana Burki

FEB 6–9 Roppongi Hills Arena, Tokyo

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BASTIAN BAKER: FIRST JAPAN TOUR

Swiss young star Bastian Baker is coming to Japan for the rst time on the occasion

of the SWISSDAYS to perform multiple live concerts. The singer, songwriter, and

musician was discovered by late founder of the Montreux Jazz Festival, Claude

Nobs. His successful album releases and performances at festivals all over Europe

have gained him a growing and admiring fan base. He will perform at the Blue

Note Tokyo on February 10.

© Bastian Baker

FEB 6-9 SWISSDAYS, Roppongi Hills Arena, Tokyo FEB 10 Blue Note Tokyo

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GYPSY SOUND SYSTEM

The Gypsy Sound System is composed of DJ Olga (mix, singing and production)

and Dr. Schnaps (mix, accordion and production). For seven years, in over 800

concerts, the duo has been bringing their unique brand of Gypsy music to

audiences around the globe. Their radiant energy, enthusiastic stage

performances and their distinctive costumes have earned them much reputation as

outstanding entertainers among music lovers.

© Gypsy Sound System

FEB 6–15 Domune, Swiss PechaKucha Night and others

Informations: Gypsy Sound System

SWISS PECHAKUCHA NIGHT

PechaKucha 20x20 is an innovative presentation format where a speaker narrates

alongside 20 images, each shown for 20 seconds. Invented in Tokyo 10 years ago,

the Pechakucha nights have spread around the world, bringing together creative

people in more than 700 cities in a festive atmosphere. Super Deluxe will hold a

Swiss-themed edition as a side event of the SWISSDAYS. It will feature stories

related to Switzerland such as Graphic Design, Architecture, Watchmaking and

many more. Music provided by GYPSY SOUND SYSTEM.

© PechaKucha Night

FEB 7 Super Deluxe, Tokyo

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THE MASTERY OF TIME: FROM A SUNDIAL, TO A CONTEMPORARY MECHANICAL WATCH

"WATCHES&WONDERS" hosted an original exhibition that recounts and

illustrates advances in the measurement of time from its origins to the present day.

Titled The Mastery of Time, the exhibition from the Fondation de la Haute

Horlogerie (FHH) draws on the eponymous book by the historian Dominique

Fléchon, jointly published by the FHH and Flammarion. Some one hundred

artefacts and historically significant timepieces illustrate Man's ingenuity over the

centuries in conquering his temporal environment.

© Fondation de la Haute Horlogerie

FEB 7–12 Umu, Roppongi Hills, Tokyo

Informations: The Fondation de la Haute Horlogerie (FHH)

ETH BIG BAND ZURICH JAPAN TOUR

The ETH Big Band Zurich is the university's «international musical ambassador.»

The 20-year-old band consists of 21 musicians who are students and graduates of

ETH Zurich, the University of Zurich and the Zurich and Lucerne Jazz Schools.

They have played with world-famous musicians at national and international jazz

festivals, a highlight being the Montreux Jazz Festival. Alongside the musical

performances, they will present ETH Zurich's research and study programs to

strengthen ties between Switzerland and Japan in the area of science, technology and education.

© ETH Big Band Zurich

FEB 8–19 SWISSDAYS, Sendai, Osaka, Fukushima and more places

Informations: ETH Big Band Zurich

EXHIBITION: BEAUTY OF FUNCTION - 130 YEARS OF VICTORINOX

The Swiss knife manufacturer Victorinox will celebrate its 130th anniversary in 2014. Founded in 1884 in the small

village of Ibach, Swiss Army knives have thrived under four generations of the founding family and have become

one of Switzerland's most renowned products. This exhibition will present a one-of-a-kind collection of

approximately 300 knives which reveal the versatility of Swiss Army knives' design and function as well as the

substance of Swiss craftsmanship.

FEB 11―19 Bunkamura Gallery, Tokyo

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GUY BOVET ORGAN RECITAL

After a hiatus of 5 years, Swiss Organist Guy Bovet returns to Japan for a

longawaited concert in Yokohama. He will perform a special Valentines Day

program featuring Puccini, Verdi and Japanese Love Songs.

© Guy Bovet

FEB 14 Yokohama Minato Mirai Hall, Kanagawa

MARCH 2014 ANIMATION ARTIST IN RESIDENCE TOKYO 2014

This artist in residence program, launched by the Agency for Cultural A-airs

(Bunkacho/ Government of Japan), aims to provide three outstanding young

animation artists from around the world with an opportunity to come to Tokyo and

create new works while directly interacting with Japanese animation culture. This

year, swiss artist Michael Frei has been chosen to participate in the program.

© Michael Frei

FEB 21―22 Kobe, Kyoto MAR 14 Aoyama Gakuin ASTUDIO, Tokyo

Informations: Japan Image Council (JAPIC)

WORLD BOOK DESIGN 2012-13

World Book Design is a book exhibition featuring about 200 publications from

around the world, including books selected in the «World's Most Beautiful Book

Competiton» held every year at the Leipzig Book Fair. 15 books from Switzerland

will be displayed including Pascal Storz's and Jakob Kirch's «Sounds Like Silence.

John Cage - 4'33'' – Silence Today».

© Ma Biće Bolje. Bosnia-Herzegovina 2001–2005

THROUGH MAR 2 P&P Gallery, Printing Museum, Tokyo

SWISS SEMINAR IN MYOKO

The city of Myoko, which has a sister city relationship with Zermatt, will organize a

series of seminar on Switzerland in order to attract citizen's interest to Switzerland

and deepen cultural exchange. The lecture will be held by the Swiss Assistant

Language Teacher and the first seminar will be on Swiss cuisine.

©Myoko City

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March 8 Myoko Cultural Hall, Niigata

Information: Myoko City Tourist Bureau

FRANCOPHONIE 2014 : BANDE DESSINÉE ARTIST COSEY

The Swiss graphic novelist Cosey (*1950, Lausanne) will visit Japan for a series of

lectures and public talks on the occasion of the Fêtes de la Francophonie 2014.

© Cosey

MAR 15―22 Various of the branches of L'Institut Français

ENSEMBLE PROFETI DELLA QUINTA: JAPAN TOUR

With the aim to support musicians who studied in Basel and to foster international exchange, the Basel-based

Ayame Foundation has invited Ensemble Profeti della Quinta to undertake a tour of Japan accompanied by

Shomyo Group from Koyasan and Nanzan Shinryu. They will perform Lamentationes by Emilio de' Cavalieri (ca.

1550–1602).

MAR 15―25 Koyasan University, Muza Kawasaki and other places

Informations: Ayame Foundation Ensemble Profeti della Quinta

HEIDI SYMPOSIUM

A symposium to learn more about the “Heidi” phenomenon and other aspects about the Swiss famous author

Johanna Spyri’s popular tale. Speakers are Prof. Takashi Kawashima, Kyoto University and Prof. Alfred Messerli,

Zurich University and others. (in german and Japanese)

MAR 27 Tokyo University of Science, Kagurazaka Campus, Room 831

Informations: Japan Heidi Literature Research Group

RENSHI: SWISS-JAPANESE CHAIN POETRY EVENT

Renshi is a form of collaborative poetry. During four days, a creative process will take place involving top

representatives of the Japanese and Swiss literary scene: Klaus Merz & Raphael Urweider from Switzerland and

Shuntaro Tanikawa & Wakako Kaku from Japan, with the collaboration of two translators, Prof. Taeko Matsushita

& Prof. Klopfenstein. The project will culminate in a public presentation in Tokyo on April 2 at 19:00.

MAR 30―APR 2 International House of Japan, Tokyo

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RUDOLF STEINER - Das Reich der Angeloi

Rudolf Steiner (1861-1925), who is known as a philosopher, educator, Goethe researcher and founder of

«anthroposhophy», also created several remarkable buildings. Notably to be mentioned the «Goetheanum» on

the low hills of Dornach in the sub-urbs of Basel, Switzerland. This exhibition will feature 50 blackboard drawings,

furniture and architectural models and various items, which presents Rudolf Steiner's ideas and his attempt to

attain spiritual knowledge by using scientic methodology.

MAR 23―JUL 13 WATARI-UM, Tokyo

EMIL RUDER EXHIBITION

Emil Ruder (1914-1970) is a major contributor to the development of Swiss graphic

design and typography. Ruder was a pioneer who devoted himself to modern

design, always questioning existing assumptions and conventional rules. This

exhibition displays the essential facets of his work, including his characteristic

typographies with asymmetrical layouts and playful designs.

© Emil Ruder

MAR 20 – APR 29 Print Gallery, Tokyo

APRIL 2014 SYMPOSIUM INTERNATIONAL HUMANITARIAN SUPPORT

The Meiji Jingu Intercultural Research Institute invites the public to an international humanitarian support

symposium entitled“100 years of international humanitarian aid from Japan – Empress of Meiji, Empress Shoken

Fund and the Red Cross-. The Empress Shoken Fund was founded by the Empress of Meiji with the aim of

undertaking international welfare activities. Over 600 projects were carried out by the fund. The symposium will

include lectures from Tadateru Konoe, president of the International Federation of Red Cross, François

Bugnionmember of the International Committee of the Red Cross and a panel discussion about the future role of

Japan in the field of Humanitarian aid.

APR 06 United Nations University, Tokyo

Informations: Meiji Jingu

TONHALLE ORCHESTRA ZURICH

After two successful tours in 2006 and 2011, the renowned Tonhalle Orchestra

Zurich, under the direction of David Zinman, will return to Japan for 7 concerts

from Kyushu to Hokkaido. The Orchestra, founded in 1868, is one of the oldest of

Switzerland. This will be the final tour with the celebrated conductor David Zinman.

7 concerts are going to be held. The tour will surely be one of the Highlights of the

Anniversary year.

© Tom Haller

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APR 11 - 19 Fukuoka, Nagoya, Osaka, Sapporo, Niigata and Tokyo

info: Tonhalle Orchestra Zurich

CHRISTIANE PERROCHON CERAMIC EXHIBITION

The acclaimed Geneva-born ceramic artist Christiane Perrochon, is based in Tuscany, Italy, where she produces

ceramics both in stoneware and porcelain. Their captivating precious glazes are the result of the fruit of many

years of her personally conducted research. She holds exhibitions in Japan on a regular basis and this time

around her latest porcelain works will be shown.

APR 14–APR 19 Galerie WA2, Tokyo

JAQUES DALCROZE CONCERT

Known for creating Eurhythmics, a movement of the whole body, the Swiss composer Jaques-Dalcroze (1865-

1950) has in uenced music education around the world. The Jaques-Dalcroze Study Group in Japan organizes a

performance by Naoko Inamura, Naomi Okayasu, Rie Akiyama, Eri Inoue and Kaname Tambara featuring some

of his masterpieces.

APR 23 Sumida Triphony Hall, Tokyo

CONCERTS BY KAZUKI YAMADA, CONDUCTOR

The promising young Japanese conductor Kazuki Yamada, who was appointed as

Friendship Ambassador for the 150th Anniversary of Diplomatic Relations between

Switzerland and Japan, is principal guest conductor of the Swiss Orchestre de la

Suisse Romande. Several concerts are being held in collaboration with Kazuki

Yamada and many orchestras and musicians, including the Tokyo Philharmonic

chorus, the Japan Philharmonic Orchestra, the Kumamoto Symphony Orchestra

the Yokohama City University Orchestra and Sendai Philharmonic Orchestra.

© Marco Borggreve

APR 18 Tokyo Philharmonic chorus, Dai ichi Seimei Hall, Tokyo APR 25 – 26, MAY 19 Japan Philharmonic Orchestra, Tokyo and Yokohama MAY 11 Kumamoto Symphony Orchestra, Kumamoto Prefectural Theater Concert Hall MAY 18 Yokohama City University Orchestra, Suntory Hall, Tokyo

KYOTOGRAPHIE INTERNATIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY FESTIVAL 2014

After a much talked about first edition last year, the international photography

festival Kyotographie will launch its second edition in Kyoto this spring. The festival

is a celebration of art and culture, bringing together the ancient history of the city

and contemporary art and photography. The festival features several exhibitions in

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some unique and unexpected locations including an exhibition of images of 1950's Japan by the Swiss

photographer Werner Bischof at Mumeisha, a traditional townhouse. A great opportunity to explore the city while

admiring unique artworks.

Silk Drying2, Kyoto, Japan 1951 © Werner Bischof/Magnum

Photos

APR 19 – MAY 11 Kyoto

info: KYOTOGRAPHIE INTERNATIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY FESTIVAL 2014

SWISS VISUAL

SWISS VISUAL is an exhibition by 18 selected artists, including Pippilotti Rist and

Fischli & Weiss, featuring photos and video arts from the present and the past. As

a satellite exhibition, Andreas Kressig's «soap scape» will be shown in the

Hakusasonso Hashimoto Kansetsu Garden Museum.

© Andreas Kressig 《Soapscapes series, 2014》[Photograph]

APR 25–JUN 1 Zuiun-an, Kyoto APR 25–MAY 11 Hakusasonso Hashimoto Kansetsu Garden Museum, Kyoto

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MUSIC FESTIVAL ARGERICHS MEETING POINT IN BEPPU 2014

Music Festival Argerichs Meeting Point was initiated by well-known pianist Martha Argerich with the aim to bring

high-quality music to children, cultivating their aesthetic sentiments and foster young musicians by giving them the

opportunity to perform with renowned artists. This year's Festival will be held under the title «Meeting Point -

Creations born from Encounters» and features artists among others Gidon Kremer gather at Beppu, Oita.

APR 24–MAY 14 B-Con plaza and other venues, Beppu, Ooita, Tokyo

info: Argerich Arts Foundation

KAYALEH MASTERCLASS 2014

Habib Kayaleh, founder of the Kayaleh Violin Academy in Crans, Switzerland, is known as an exceptional

performer, conductor and remarkable pedagogue. His unique violin technique is highly renowned and acclaimed

around the world. His open “Masterclass 2014” will be held in Tokyo and Nagoya.

APR 28 – MAY 6 Tokyo and Nagoya

info: KAYALEH MASTERCLASS 2014

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Odakyu Swiss Festival・Spring

On the occasion of both the 150th Anniversary year and the 35th friendship ties anniversary between the

Rhätische Bahn and the Hakone Tozan Railway, a series of Swiss Events will be held by Odakyu Groups. They

aim to introduce Switzerland as an attractive travel destination, with a focus on its beautiful scenery and delicious

Swiss food.

Other similar events will take place in the Hakone area in the Fall.

APR 9 – JUN15 Shinjuku, Tokyo

Info: Odakyu Swiss Festival・Spring

SWISS PAPER CUT ART EXHIBITION

Switzerland and Japan both share a long tradition of Paper Cut Art as a form of

artistic expression. In recent years, this unique handicraft has experienced

renewed attention by artists in Switzerland, who have developed the technique

beyond traditional motives. For the first time in Japan, Swiss paper cut will be the

focus of an exhibition at the Fujikawa Kirie Art museum. Both modern and

traditional masterpieces will be displayed in this institution specialized in the art of

paper cut works.

© SWISS PAPER CUT ART EXHIBITION

APR 05 – JUN 29 Fujikawa Kirie Art Museum

A RETROSPECTIVE: BALTHUS EXHIBITION Balthus《The King of Cats》1935 Oil on canvas, Fondation Balthus deposit Musée Jenisch

Vevey, 78x49.5cm ©Fondation Balthus, dépôt Musée Jenisch Vevey Pablo Picasso called Balthus the «last maestro of the 20th century». From April

through September 2014, «A Retrospective: Balthus» brings together all major

works of the maestro, including some rarely seen in Japan. It will include over 40

oil paintings as well as drawings and the artist’s private belongings, totaling

approximately 100 pieces in all. With the contribution of Setsuko Klossowska de

Rola, who married Balthus in 1967, the exhibition will reconstruct for the first time

his former atelier in Grand Chalet de Rossinière, Switzerland, introducing the

setting behind his artistic creation.

APR 19 – JUN 22 Tokyo Metropolitan Art Museum JUL 5 – SEP 7 Kyoto Municipal Museum of Art

info: A RETROSPECTIVE: BALTHUS EXHIBITION

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MAY 2014 Spring Swiss Fair at Keio Ange

This is the 6th edition of the annual Swiss Fair at Keio Floral Garden Ange. It will feature concerts and workshops

by the Tamagawa Alphorn Club, a display of Swiss illustrated children books, a music box exhibit, as well as

Swiss culinary treats.

MAY 3 – 6, 18 Keio Floral Garden Ange, Tokyo

ZIMMERMANN & DE PERROT: "HANS WAS HEIRI"

Zimmermann & de Perrot are a theater group well known for its funny and

exceptional theater pieces based on “precise observation, humorous repetition,

distortion, and the artistically accomplished transformation of everyday

interactions”. In their piece "Hans was Heiri" they combine theatre, dance, circus

and comedy to a magical show. They have performed all over the world and are

again coming back to Tokyo.

© Mario Del Curto

MAY 9 - 11 Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre, Tokyo

info: Zimmermann & de Perrot

JASON KAHN

Jason Kahn is a Zürich-based electronic musician, drummer, composer, artist and

writer. Besides performing as a musician he exhibits installations in museums,

galleries, art spaces and public sites. For his rst tour in Japan, he will perform

several concerts in collaboration with various musicians.

© Jason Kahn

MAY 9–24 Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, Kobe, Fukuoka, Nagoya

info: JASON KAHN

Dr. Montani's lecture

Professor of University Freiburg, M.D. Jean-Pierre Montani gives an open lecture under the title: Evils of Soft

Drink. Admission is free. Maximum capacity is only 100 people.

MAY10 Tsuyama Josai Community Center, Okayama

Info: Josai Community Center Tel: 0868-31-0102

CAPRICORNUS CONSORT BASEL

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The Capricornus Consort Basel, composed of musicians who all studied at the Schola Cantorum Basiliensis,

gives a concert of Mozart's ute quartet with violin, viola and violoncello and other masterpieces of Bach and

Haydn.

MAY 17 Familia Hall, Kobe

info: CAPRICORNUS CONSORT BASEL

Claude Diallo: Ikebukuro Jazz Festival 2014

To date, the Swiss jazz pianist Claude Diallo has released 12 CDs and 1 DVD. He

regularly performs at international jazz festivals and has won international acclaim

for his spirited playing style. He will be in Japan with his trio for the Ikebukuro Jazz

Festival 2014.

© Claude Diallo

MAY 17-18 Ikebukuro Jazz Festival, Tokyo MAY 18 Miraikan Taimei

info: Claude Diallo

THE 3RD FUKUSHIMA SKY SPORTS INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGE FESTIVAL

The event, together with the Fukushima Hope for Agriculture Festival to be held at the venue symbolizes the

recovery of Fukushima. On the occasion of the 150 year anniversary of Japan-Swiss friendship, a member of

Swiss National Aerobatics Team will make a special demonstration. Various aviation-related exhibitions, trial rides

and a symbolic tree planting ceremony are on the program.

MAY 24-25 Fukushima Sky Park, Fukushima

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“Swiss Wine Event” with Swiss Sommelier Paolo Basso

A Swiss wine presentation and tasting event will be held in Kobe. Paolo Basso, the winner of the A.S.I. Contest

for the Best Sommelier of the World, will introduce rare Swiss wine.

MAY 25 The Kobe Club, Hyogo

Info (Tel.): KIP 078-371-1678

Paolo Basso

4 DAYS CONCERT AND SYMPOSIUM: CONTEMPORARY MUSIC FROM SWITZERLAND

In cooperation with the Goethe-Institut, "nothing but music" will introduce Swiss contemporary music during a 4

days event featuring concerts and panel discussions. Various outstanding Swiss composers and artists such as

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Thüring Bräm, Jean-Luc Darbellay, Max E. Keller, Markus Hofer and many more will participate in this musical

exchange .

AY 28–30 OAG Hall, Tokyo MAY 31 Ryogoku-Monten Hall

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Short Shorts Film Festival & Asia 2014

Short films are the logical starting point for emerging film makers around the world

who are ready to showcase their talents to global audiences. In Japan, the Short

Shorts Film Festival started the "Japan Short Shorts" program in 2001. This year 4

Swiss films are nominated: “Collectors” by Marcel Hobi and “Alfonso” by Jan-Eric

Mack in the International Competition Section, and “The Smortlybacks“ by Ted Sieger & Wouter Dierickx

alongside “Hasta Santiago” by Mauro Carraro in the CG Animation Competition Section.

© Lothar by Luca Zuberbühler

MAY 30 - JUN 15 Tokyo, Yokohama

Info: Short Shorts Film Festival & Asia 2014

JUNE 2014 AOI & MAX HUBER

Swiss graphic designer Max Huber was a key driving force of the international

design scene of the 20th century and his Japanese wife Aoi is a recognized

illustrator. With «abstract concrete» as its theme, the exhibition will introduce the

beauty of graphic design woven by two sensitivities – Max Huber's works,

combining his geometric compositions and typography, created in the 1940's when

he was involved in the concrete art movement, and Aoi Huber's new series which

feature colorful lines and patterns.

© AOI & MAX HUBER

JUN 2–23 Gallery 5610, Tokyo

More Informations:

AOI & Max Huber Puntovirgola

2nd Japanese-Swiss Workshop on Combinatorics and Computational Geometry

The first symposium and workshop, titled as the First ETH-Japan Symposium for the Promotion of Academic

Exchange and the First ETH-Japan Workshop on Science and Computing, were held in 2012. This workshop is

their successor in this series, with emphasis on the field of Combinatorics and Computational Geometry. This

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workshop promote the existing and future exchange programs in informatics between Switzerland and Japan.

JUN 4-6 The University of Tokyo, Tokyo

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ELUVEITIE

Eluveitie is a Swiss folk metal band known for its raw, wild, anthemic and

emotional music. Consisting of eight members, Eluveitie mixes melodic death

metal and ancient folk melodies. This will be their ¬rst long-awaited tour of Japan.

© ELUVEITIE

JUN 5 Nanba Rockets, Osaka JUN 6 Imaike Club 3, Nagoya JUN 7–9 Shibuya Cyclone and Shinjuku Wildside, Tokyo

info: ELUVEITIE

Reading: Christian Kracht „Imperium“

Swiss novelist and journalist Christian Kracht, who is one of the most important contemporary authors in German

language, will have a reading of his novel „Imperium“ at the Goethe-Institute Tokyo. After the reading a podium

discussion with him and Professor Yuji Nawata, professor of German studies will take place at the Chuo

University. The topics discussed will include the creative process of writing and the question about the different

view on the colonial history of Germany.

JUN 6 Goethe-Institute Tokyo, Tokyo

TAMA CINEMA FORUM Screening in June „Negative: Nothing“

March 11th marks a turning point in the life of Swiss travel agent Thomas Köhler. After the Tsunami and the

nuclear disaster in Japan, he lost all his customers, and eventually his job. Faced with this situation, he decided to

embark on a walking tour from the north to the south of Japan to show the beauty of the country and to express

his solidarity. The documentary film “Negative: Nothing” depicts Köhler’s journey across the country. It will change

his life forever and give hope and strength to a nation. The screening will be followed by a talk show by director

Jan Knüsel.

JUN 7 TAMA CINEMA FORUM, Tokyo

Negative: Nothing

7th Sugadaira skyline trail run race & outdoor Festa

A sister race of the Swissalpine in Davos, the Sugadaira Skyline Trail run race & Outdoor Fest will be held in

Sugadaira in Nagano. Different courses are available and make it a challenge for beginner to top athletes who

participate in this fun race.

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JUN 14–15 Sugadairakogen Ueda-city, Nagano

Info: 7th Sugadaira skyline trail run race & outdoor Festa

Crossing views: Switzerland seen by Japanese eyes

This exhibition is the first of a series of projects based on the artist-in-residence program Combaz7 located in

Crans-Montana in the western part of Switzerland. For this project, five Japanese artists were invited under the

sponsorship of CMarts for a total of four residencies that took place between September and November 2013,

each lasting from 2 to 4 weeks. The participating artists were Tomoki Imai, Nao Tsuda, Hiromi Kakimoto, Mami

Kosemura and and Takayoshi Tsuchiya. Through their own interpretation of these landscapes, the project aims to

promote mutual understanding between the two countries, highlighting their proximity and their differences. The

artworks will also be shown in Switzerland.

JUN 15 Nicolas G. Hayek Center, Ginza

Info: CM Arts

FÉLIX VALLOTTON: LE FEU SOUS LA GLACE

Vallotton (1865-1925) is famous not only for his oil paintings but also for his unique

woodcuts characterized by its vivid black and white contrasts. The exhibition is his

first retrospective exhibition in Japan and features over 100 paintings and

woodcuts. The exhibition will bring into focus the artist as a man who hid a strong

passion behind icy artistic expressions.

© Rmn-Grand Palais (musée d'Orsay) / Hervé Lewandowsky

JUN 14 – SEP 23 Mitsubishi Ichigokan Museum, Tokyo

info: Mitsubishi Ichigokan Museum

RAINBOW 21 INTERNATIONAL 2014 SUNTORY HALL DEBUT CONCERT & Friendship Concert with Zurich University of the Arts (ZHdK)

Since 2008, Suntory Hall opens its doors to young musicians from inside and outside Japan. «Rainbow21

International» was initiated to provide opportunities for young students to produce and perform in public. This year,

young professional musicians and talented students from the Zurich University of the Arts (ZHdK) have been

invited to perform.

JUN 18 Suntory Hall, Tokyo

JUN 20 Musashino Academia Musicae, Tokyo

Swiss - Japanese Aging Symposium

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The Swiss and Japanese perspectives will be offered at a symposium on one of the most significant challenges of

our times - aging society. Top experts will discuss various topics including society and nutrition.

JUN 30 Academy Hills, Roppongi, Tokyo

JULY 2014 The 15th Anniversary Symposium of Science and Technology of Advanced Materials

In 2014, the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology (EMPA) joined the Japanese

National Institute for Materials Science (NIMS) as a co-publisher of STAM (Science and Technology of Advanced

Materials Science, Japan), an international materials science open-access journal. To commemorate the 15th

Anniversary of STAM, a symposium will be held at the Sanjo Conference Hall of the University of Tokyo.

JUL 3 Sanjo Conference Hall, the University of Tokyo

Info: NIMS

Kazuki Yamada conducts Orchestre de la Suisse Romande

Kazuki Yamada won the 2009 Besançon International Conducting Competition,

and today he is one of the most talked-about conductor in Europe. He has

performed with numerous top orchestras around the world, receiving critical

acclaim and enthusiastic praises from audiences and orchestras alike. His first

appearance in 2010 with the prestigious Orchestra de la Suisse Romande was a

resounding success. Promptly thereafter, he was named the orchestra's principal

guest conductor. His deep mutual affinity with the orchestra is evident and this will

be their first tour in Japan. The program, interpreted with the orchestra's richly

colored timbres and vivid, impressive phrasing, is sure to delight. Mr. Yamada's

collaboration with violinist Daishin Kashimoto, in whom he has absolute trust,

further heightens the anticipation.

© Marco Borggreve

JUL 5 - 12 Fukui, Aichi, Kanagawa, Tokyo, Okayama, Kumamoto

Info: Japan Arts

Special Concert : Fukami Satomi, Fujiwara Dozan & Orchestre de la Suisse Romande

The Orchestre de la Suisse Romande (OSR) meets Japanese music. Joint concert by special string quartet plus

flute from OSR and two of today’s best performers of traditional Japanese music, Fukami Shinkai (Koto) and

Dozan Fujiwara (Shakuhachi). Works by Swiss composer Arthur Honegger along with masterpieces from the Edo

to Showa periods will be performed.

JUL 6 Yokohama Noh Theater, Kanagawa

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Hula Honeys Japan Tour 2014

After an extensive China and Japan Tour in 2013, Feldermelder and Nik! return to

Japan. The tour is accompanied by a special release: a Japanese CD Edition of

Feldermelder's «Unusual Vacation Music». The Japan Edition CD is a version of a

vinyl postcard release on Hula Honeys Records with additional song material.

© Hula Honeys Records

JUL 7 – 21 Tokyo, Niigata and more places

Info: Hula Honeys

Children's Books from Switzerland: The Land of Heidi and Fairy

From Johanna Spyri (Heidi), Ernst Kreidolf, Hans Fischer to Warja Honegger-Lavater, Switzerland has been

leaving its mark on the Children's Books genre. The Osaka Prefectural Central Library will hold a special event

featuring Children's Books from Switzerland including an exhibition, a Quiz-rally and a talk.

JUL 8 - SEP 21 Center for International Children's Literature of the Osaka Prefectural Central Library, Osaka

Info: Center for International Children's Literature of the Osaka Prefectural Central Library

Exhibition: Hans Fischer

This exhibition is dedicated to Hans Fischer (1909-1958), the Swiss painter,

illustrator and author, most famous for the warm-hearted children's book Pitschi

(about the kitten who always wanted to be something else). The exhibition includes

over 50 exhibits, including illustrations from Pitschi, Town Musicians of Bremen

and Puss in Boots.

© HANS FISCHER Exhibition, Kariwa town library: Rapika

JUL 12 – 27 Kariwa town library: Rapika, Niigata

Yutaka Shiina-Dominique Girod Quintet in Japan

Swiss bassist Dominique Girod and his quartet, Gabriel Dalvit (as), Thomas Lüthi (ts), Lionel Boccara (ds) with

special guest Yutaka Shiina (pf) will play as a quintet in Switzerland and Japan. Focusing on contemporary Jazz,

they will perform a repertoire of their new and exciting own compositions.

JUL 22 – 26 Nagoya, Shizuoka, Chiba, Tokyo

Info: Dominique Girod, Yutaka Shina

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Lugano 4–Tunes: Tour in Japan

The string quartet, Lugano 4 -Tunes is composed of four young musicians who are

studying at the Conservatorio della Svizzera Italiana in Lugano. This Tour is being

filmed for a documentary program on Swiss TV (RSI).

© Lugano 4–Tunes

JUL 25 Tanabe art museum, Wakayama JUL 26 Mukunoki-hall, Osaka JUL 28 Kosin-kan, Gunma JUL 29 Oumi-gakudou, Tokyo opera city, Tokyo JUL 30 Yamaha Resort Tsumagoi, Shizuoka

Info: Mittenwald TEL：03-5957-1512／FAX：03-5957-1513 E-Mail : mittenwald-vn@nifty.com

Shakuhachi and Jazz Piano Concert Roger Walch & Taro Matsumoto

Swiss Pianist, Composer and filmmaker Roger Walch, and Shakuhachi Flutist

Matsumoto, team up to perform an interesting mixture of Japanese traditional

music, selected Jazz standards and original compositions. The Duo has been

collaborating since 2004 and have released two CDs in Japan: "LIVE" (2006) and

"Immortal Remains" (2008). Roger has also won the "Creative Prize" at the 1st

Internet Piano Concours Japan in 2008.

© Roger Walch & Taro Matsumoto

JUL 26 Nara Centennial Hall, Nara

Informations: 080-5333-9375 (reservation) , Roger Walch website

No Tradition! No Creation!

Swiss designer Claudio Colucci is active in various fields, ranging from interior to

product design. This exhibition brought to Japan by Clear Edition & Gallery will

feature his works previously exhibited at the Design Days Dubai in March 2014.

© C.C.DESIGN Inc

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31 JULY – 12 AUG Isetan Shinjuku Store, Tokyo

AUGUST 2014 The 19th Ashinaga Charity Concert with Swiss Ensemble Enzian

A charity concert performed by Swiss Ensemble Enzian. All profits will be donated to the Ashinaga NGO, to

support the rainbow house project for children who lost either one or both parents due to the Great Hanshin

Earthquake.

AUG 9 Oume City Hall, Tokyo

info：Ashinaga Obasan S tel: 0428-23-8075 (from 18:00), 042-579-3925 (from 19:00)

The 3rd Toyama-Basel Joint Symposium Pharmaceutical Research and Drug Development

Toyama Prefecture and Basel have been collaborating in the Pharmaceutical field since 2006. This year, the 3rd

Toyama-Basel Joint Symposium Pharmaceutical Research and Drug Development will be held at the Toyama

International Conference Center. It will feature a keynote lecture by Professor Jörg Huwyler of Basel University as

well as specialists from Switzerland and Japan participating in three sessions.

AUG 12 Toyama International Conference Center, Toyama

Info: Toyama Health & Welfare Department Pharmaceutical Policy Division (tel.: 076-444-3236)

Dalcroze Eurhythmics International Conference 2014

Swiss composer and music teacher, Emile Jaques-Dalcroze (1865-1950), developed a unique method of teaching

rhythm through movement known as eurhythmics. This conference will feature 21 instructors from around the

world. Workshops will also take place.

AUG 17-21 Showa University of Music, Kangawa

Info: Jaques-Dalcroze Society of Japan

Flavio Ferri Benedetti ＆Ensemble Il Profondo

The Basel-based Ayame Foundation presents a group of young musicians who studied at the Schola Cantorum

Basiliensis in Basel. This extended concert tour will take them through several prefectures from Hokkaido to

Toyama.

AUG 22 – SEP 7 Sapporo, Hakodate, Iwate, Yamagata, Toyama, Kyoto, Tokyo

Info: Ayame Foundation, Flavio Ferri Benedetti, Ensemble Il Profondo

5th Swiss Wall Art Festival

The 5th Swiss Wall Art Festival is waiting for your applications. You can choose to participate in two 2 categories:

„the creation section” or “the photograph section”.

For the „creation section” you will be required to submit a piece of artwork made of Swiss plaster no bigger than

45cm in diameter. Plaster will be provided by the organizers.For the „photograph section” you can submit artistic

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pictures of Swiss plaster walls.

Registration: APR 1 – JUL 9 Exhibition: AUG 29 – 31 Shinjuku Living Design Center, Tokyo

Info: Ikeda Corporation

SEPTEMBER 2014 The Swiss model -Sustainable Innovations for Japan-

Japan has become one of the world’s leading economies. However, as its society has matured, the energy to

thrust forward has also decreased and is gradually leading to various regional disparities. The Tohoku earthquake

and Fukushima nuclear disaster presented new hardships and revealed hidden problems. In order to break the

deadlocks and overcome these problems, the symposium’s committee believes that some answers can be found

in Switzerland’s unique risk management and decentralization systems. This symposium aims to explain the

Swiss model and discuss the next step for Japan.

SEP 13 Osaka International House, Osaka

Info: http://www.swissmodel.jp/

Alphée of the stars / Alphée des étoiles

The documentary Film «Alphée of the Stars» tells the story of lmmaker Hugo Latulippe's daughter, Alphée, who

su ers from a rare genetic disorder that hampersher development. After her parents reject the idea of placing her

in a specialized classroom, they move to the Swiss Alps where her father takes advantage of the time away to

focus on his daughter's education, in hopes of eventually integrating her into a regular classroom.

SEP 17 Oscar Peterson Theatre (Embassy of Canada), Tokyo

Federal Department of Foreign Affairs

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