via JapanSociety.orgGuest lecturer Kazuyuki Nomura (Chiba University) explores how second language learning can serve as an emotional refuge rather than a path to integration, reframing motivation as a narrative process shaped by vulnerability, desire and symbolic distance.
The Demon Slayer Corps plunge into Infinity Castle to defeat Muzan. However, the remaining Hashiras and the Demon Slayers who survived Tanjiro's Final Selection are pitted against the remaining members of the Twelve Kizuki first.It is scheduled to play locally at many local theaters, including the Manor in Squirrel Hill, Cranberry Cinemas, Waterworks Cinemas, and the AMC theaters in Mt. Lebanon and South Hills. Tickets, and a real-time listing of theaters, are available online.
Sophie, a quiet girl working in a hat shop, finds her life thrown into turmoil when she is literally swept off her feet by a handsome but mysterious wizard named Howl. The vain and vengeful Witch of the Waste, jealous of their friendship, puts a curse on Sophie and turns her into a 90-year-old woman. On a quest to break the spell, Sophie climbs aboard Howl’s magnificent moving castle and into a new life of wonder and adventure. But as the true power of Howl’s wizardry is revealed, Sophie finds herself fighting to protect them both from a dangerous war of sorcery that threatens their world.It is scheduled to play locally at the Waterworks Cinema, Chartiers Valley Luxury 14, and the Cinemark theaters in McCandless, Monroeville, and Robinson. Tickets are available online: the shows on the 20th, 21st, and 24th are dubbed in English, while the shows on the 22nd and 23rd are in Japanese with English subtitles.
Our special menu features:Beyond this newly-opened food stand, Choi's YeGa Kimchi sells a variety of kimchi, banchan, triangle kimbap, and dosirak boxes at several retailers and farmer's markets around the city. Enson Market is an Asian grocery that opened in June.
Korean BBQ Chicken
Bibimbap
Tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes)
Oxtail Radish Soup
Dumplings
Enjoy a joyful evening with delicious food and Korean K-pop music. We look forward to welcoming you!
Welcome to Metropolis, where it’s man against machine in this spectacular, retro-futuristic animated film based on the classic manga created by Osamu Tezuka (Astro Boy), written by Japanese anime legend Katsuhiro Otomo (Akira) and directed by Rintaro (Galaxy Express 999). In the industrial, tri-level world of Metroplois, humans and robots are the cohabitants of a strictly segmented society. Detective Shunsaku Ban and his sidekick Kenichi search for Duke Red, a rebel scientist, to arrest him and seize his latest creation – a highly advanced female robot named Tima. But when they locate him, Shunsaku quickly realizes that the eccentric genius is protected by powerful forces that put him beyond their reach, leading to an adventure within the twisting labyrinth beneath Metropolis that puts the fate of the universe in peril.Tickets are available online. The Harris Theater is located at 809 Liberty Ave. in downtown's Cultural District (map).
100 METERS follows Togashi, a track star who is born to run. As a kid, he is naturally gifted and wins every 100-meter race without effort. But in sixth grade, he meets Komiya, a transfer student who is full of determination but lacks technique. In teaching him, Togashi gives Komiya a new purpose: to win no matter what. Years pass by, and Togashi and Komiya meet again as rivals on the track and reveal their true selvesIt is scheduled to play locally, so far, at the Cinemark theater in Monroeville, and tickets are available online. THe October 12 and 14 shows are in Japanese with English subtitles while the October 13 shows are dubbed in English.
“Ju-on: The Grudge” brought worldwide attention to the Japanese horror film industry with its terrifying blend of unique storytelling and unforgettably frightening visuals. Rangos Giant Cinema’s immersive Dolby Atmos surround sound adds another layer to the nightmare, making this screening an experience that will be sure to haunt you. Join us on Fri., Oct. 17 at 9:30 p.m.Tickets are available online; tickets for the cinema are separate from tickets fro the Kamin Science Center. The newly-renamed Kamin Science Center, formerly known as the Carnegie Science Center, is located at 1 Allegheny Ave. on the North Shore (map).
Various types of care are required throughout the year to ensure that the cherry blossoms bloom beautifully in spring. We can use your help!Regular maintenance by volunteers takes place throughout the year, and the fall sessions take place on three Saturdays in September---September 13, 20, and 27---and two Sundays in October---October 5 and 12.
*Watering as needed, reinstalling deer fences, weeding, mulching. . .
Meet at our equipment shed, opposite the tennis courts.Registration is required and can be completed online. The trees are located near the boathouse, but volunteers are asked to meet near the tennis courts (map).
Work will be canceled in the event of bad weather. If you are unsure whether work will be carried out or canceled, please text 412-600-2181.
Please bring appropriate clothing and non-slip shoes for the work
The shop, located in the heart of the neighborhood, will feature donuts as well as Korean corn hot dogs. Also on the menu will be classic boba, also known as bubble tea, a popular Asian drink that often consists of a milky sweet tea and tapioca pearl balls.Signage went up earlier this summer. The Moochi & You owner was one of the co-founders of China Star in the North Hills, which expanded to a second location in Squirrel Hill that eventually rebranded to become Sichuan Gourmet.
Moochi & You will offer a variety of flavors.
Moochi & You uses Ghirardelli chocolates and top the donuts with pistachios, Oreos and other goodies. The hot dogs are all beef and they have spicy options.
Also on the menu will be coffee and different tea flavors. All of the tea is brewed fresh. The fresh milk tea is made with organic whole milk.
Explore the Chinese language with native speaker Ms. JJ through bilingual songs, books, and playful experiences! This monthly program on the 3rd Saturday of the month is designed for kids in preschool - 2nd grade with their caregivers.The event runs from 10:30 to 11:30 in the Community Room. Registration is required. The library is located at 1212 Main St. in Sharpsburg (map).
This volunteer-led program is FREE - donations appreciated. All supplies provided.
Library parking is limited. If the library lot is full, we recommend parking at the 13th Street municipal lot. We're also conveniently located on the 91 and 1 bus routes.
“Who are...you?” Mima Kirigoe, a former pop idol, makes a bold transition into acting, taking on a role in a drama that includes a disturbing assault scene, and even releasing a provocative nude photo book. Her dramatic reinvention grabs public attention, but also provokes unease among her fans, her manager, and even herself as she struggles with the rapid shift from her days as a pop idol. As a stalker begins to shadow her, a screenwriter and a photographer are murdered one after another. "Did I kill them?" Mima begins to wonder if a split personality is gradually taking over, just like the character that she plays in the drama. Then "the other Mima" the pop idol who was supposed to have "graduated," appears in front of her…It is scheduled to play locally, so far, at the Cinemark theater in Robinson, and tickets are available online.
Celebrate the 25th anniversary of visionary director Kinji Fukasaku’s Battle Royale with a new theatrical release in partnership with Iconic Events. This special screening is presented in 4K along with a new interview with the screenwriter — Kinji’s son Kenta — sharing an intimate look at the forces that shaped his father and how they inspired his final film. Battle Royale is an intense and brutal story about Japanese high school students who are sent off by their government with three days to kill each other — until only one remains. With its blend of social commentary and high-stakes action, Battle Royale continues to influence modern dystopian storytelling and has inspired countless television shows, video games, and films, including the acclaimed The Hunger Games franchise. (Interview in Japanese with English subtitles)It is scheduled to play locally, so far, at the Cinemark theater in Robinson, and tickets are available online.
One of the greatest achievements by Akira Kurosawa, IKIRU shows the director at his most compassionate—affirming life through an exploration of death. Takashi Shimura beautifully portrays Kanji Watanabe, an aging bureaucrat with stomach cancer who is impelled to find meaning in his final days. Presented in a radically conceived two-part structure and shot with a perceptive, humanistic clarity of vision, IKIRU is a multifaceted look at what it means to be alive.Tickets for the film are available online. The Harris Theater is located at 809 Liberty Ave. in downtown's Cultural District (map).
In a small Tokyo café, customers can travel back in time, but only for the duration of a single cup of coffee. Before the Coffee Gets Cold is a heartwarming and thought-provoking novel that weaves together four unique stories of people seeking second chances, closure, and connection.The meeting begins at 3:00 pm. The Maridon Museum is an Asian art museum located at 322 North Mckean St. in Butler (map).
Please join us for all our upcoming in-person Book Club meetings. To register, or if you have questions, please call 724-282-0123 or email info@maridon.org.
Photo via the Korea Tourism Organization.
The Demon Slayer Corps plunge into Infinity Castle to defeat Muzan. However, the remaining Hashiras and the Demon Slayers who survived Tanjiro's Final Selection are pitted against the remaining members of the Twelve Kizuki first.It is scheduled to play locally at most area theaters, including the AMC Loews Waterfront, AMC Classic Mt. Lebanon, AMC Classic South Hills, Waterworks Cinema, GQT Pittsburgh Mills, and the Cinemark theaters in McCandless, Monroeville, and Robinson. Tickets are available online.
The 10th Pittsburgh Chinese Culture Festival will take place on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at Mellon Park (1047 Shady Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15232). As the largest outdoor celebration of Chinese heritage in Western Pennsylvania, the festival will feature authentic cuisine, spectacular stage performances, cultural exhibits, interactive workshops, and family-friendly activities. From traditional dance and martial arts to calligraphy, crafts, and kids’ fun with ice cream and bounce houses, this free event offers something for everyone.The event runs from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm in the southern half of Mellon Park (map, not the half with the spray park and baseball fields).
Subtle and moving, Greta Lee stars in Celine Song’s deeply human story of two childhood friends who are reunited in New York for one fateful week as they confront notions of destiny, love, and the choices that make a life.Tickets are available online. The single-screen theater is located at 4115 Butler St. (map).
With over 40 years of experience in education, translating & interpreting, and the public sector, Professor Andrea Kitahara of Yasuda Women's University will share her personal insight into living and working in Japan, using and improving Japanese language skills, and navigating the cultural aspects and issues that arise.It runs from 3:00 to 3:50 pm in CL 249 and is free and open to the public.
Shaolin Jazz and the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership are teaming up once again to bring the CAN I KICK IT? outdoor movie experience to Pittsburgh. At each event action films and martial arts flicks are scored live (scene-by-scene) with a blend of Hip Hop and much more mixed by DJ 2-Tone Jones.On Friday, Sept 5th at Frankie Pace Park they will present a special outdoor screening of one of the greatest martial arts films of all time, Enter the Dragon starring Bruce Lee.
The event is free for all ages and open to the public. The festivities kick off at 6pm with an opening set by Pittsburgh's own DJ Selecta, and the feature film will beginning around 7:30pm. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs or blankets. Food trucks and other amenities will be on site. Enter the Dragon is rated R (Restricted), attendees under age 17 require an accompanying parent or adult guardian for entry into viewing area.
The event starts at 6:00 and is free, but registration is requested. Frankie Pace Park is located at 901 Centre Ave. (map), atop the cap that was placed atop Interstate 579 in 2021.
A cult favorite and a hidden gem of Japanese cinema, Linda Linda Linda returns in a stunning 4K remaster to celebrate its 20th anniversary!Tickets for the 2:00 pm show are available online. The Harris Theater is located at 809 Liberty Ave. in downtown's Cultural District (map).
In a quiet provincial town, a high school festival is just days away when an unexpected setback threatens a student rock band’s performance. The group’s guitarist suffers a finger injury, and tensions within the band lead to their vocalist quitting. Left in disarray, the remaining three members—Kei (Yu Kashii), Kyoko (Aki Maeda), and Nozomi (Shiori Sekine)—find themselves at a crossroads. On a whim, they invite Son (Bae Doona), a Korean exchange student with little musical experience, to take on the role of lead singer. Together, they form a makeshift cover band dedicated to performing Linda Linda by The Blue Hearts. As they rehearse tirelessly in the days leading up to the festival’s grand finale, their journey becomes one of unexpected friendships, quiet perseverance, and the exhilarating spirit of youth. Featuring music by James Iha (The Smashing Pumpkins).
Makoto is a typical teenage girl who spends most of her days slacking off with friends. One day while rushing to meet her aunt, she nearly gets hit by a train, but at the last second, finds herself jumping backwards in time to before the accident. She immediately makes use of her newfound ability to re-do every minor inconvenience– from poor exam results to awkward confessions of love. However, when faced with the consequences of tampering with time, Makoto must do everything she can to avoid a dire future that can’t be reversed. The Girl Who Leapt Through Time is a beloved early film from Mamoru Hosoda, the Academy Award-nominated director behind BELLE, Wolf Children, Summer Wars, and more. Hosoda weaves together the timeless, breathtaking visuals he is known for with a tender-hearted story of a girl navigating first love, time travel, and the perilous choices that come with both.It is scheduled to play locally (so far) at the Cinemark in McCandless and Robinson, though other theaters are likely to be announced later. Tickets for the September 28 and 30 shows in Japanese with English subtitles and the September 29 show dubbed in English are available online.
A sculptor was diagnosed with ALS (Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis), facing this inevitable pain, the artist put her heart into her next work, a female figurine. As her body weakened, the sculpture, starts moving and open her eyes.It plays on September 5 along with five other short films at Pittsburgh Playhouse downtown (map). Tickets for the in-person and virtual screenings are available online.
Taiwan Aloha, in partnership with The Block Northway and Sesame Inn, is excited to present a special Meet & Greet with the Rakuten Girls cheerleaders from Taiwan. Fans will enjoy a short performance, autographs, photos, and interactive experiences with this internationally renowned cheer team.Event Details:
- Date: September 2, 2025
- Location: The Block Northway
- Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
The Rakuten Girls, cheerleaders for Taiwan’s Rakuten Monkeys baseball team, have gained a global following for their high-energy performances and cultural influence. Their Pittsburgh appearance is expected to draw strong community interest, bringing together families, baseball fans, and members of the AAPI community, while also supporting local businesses at The Block Northway.Tina Chuang, President of Taiwan Aloha, commented:"We are thrilled to welcome the Rakuten Girls and share this cultural experience with Pittsburgh, in partnership with The Block Northway. This event celebrates community, culture, and local business."
The Block Northway is a shopping center located at 8013 McKnight Rd. in the North Hills (map).
Toshiro Mifune swaggers and snarls to brilliant comic effect in Akira Kurosawa's tightly paced, beautifully composed Sanjuro. In this sly companion piece to Yojimbo, jaded samurai Sanjuro helps an idealistic group of young warriors weed out their clan's evil influences, and in the process turns their image of a "proper" samurai on its ear. Less brazen in tone than its predecessor but equally entertaining, this classic character's return is a masterpiece in its own right.Tickets for the film are available online. The Harris Theater is located at 809 Liberty Ave. in downtown's Cultural District (map).
Are you, or someone you know, a Chinese speaker in the Pittsburgh area who always loved the tale of Chang’e flying to the moon as a kid? Are you interested in acting in a student film and trying your hand at calligraphy? Are you prone to melancholic musings and enjoy sharing mooncakes?
There are three roles:
Chang’e 嫦娥: 18-22, female, Chinese, the immortal woman on the moon from Chinese legend, Chinese speaking role (long undyed hair preferable)
Leah: 20-23, female, a half-Chinese college senior split between enjoying time with her friends and missing her family afar, English and Chinese speaking role
Jiejie 姐姐: 20-25, female, Chinese, the playful but imperious older sister of Chang’e, Chinese speaking role (undyed long hair preferable)
Those interested should apply via this Google Form.
- A Better Tomorrow (英雄本色) - September 27 - October 1
- A Better Tomorrow 2 (英雄本色2) - September 28
- Peking Opera Blues (刀馬旦) - September 28 - October 6
- A Chinese Ghost Story (倩女幽魂) - September 29 - October 3
- City on Fire (龍虎風雲) - September 29 - October 8
- A Chinese Ghost Story 2 (倩女幽魂 II：人間道) - September 30
- A Better Tomorrow 3: Love & Death in Saigon (英雄本色3-夕陽之歌) - September 30
- A Chinese Ghost Story 3 (倩女幽魂 III：道道道) - October 1
- The Killer (喋血雙雄) - October 3 - October 7
- Hard Boiled (辣手神探) - October 4 - October 8
- Bullet in the Head (喋血街头) - October 5 - October 7
Tickets and showtime information is available online. The Harris Theater is located in downtown's Cultural District (map).
A rebellious young boy, Ne Zha, is feared by the gods and born to mortal parents with wild, uncontrolled powers. Now he's faced with an ancient force intent on destroying humanity, he must grow up to become the hero the world needs.It is scheduled to play in Digital 3D, Real 3D, and Standard Formats in several local theaters at different points throughout its run, including the Manor Theater in Squirrel Hill, the AMC Loews Waterfront, the AMC Classic South Hills Village, AMC Westmoreland in Greensburg, the Waterworks Cinemas, the Chartiers Valley Luxury, and the Cinemark theaters in McCandless and Robinson, among others. Tickets are available online.
Koi Steakhouse and Sushi Bar in Monroeville has announced its soft opening on August 28 and its Grand Opening from August 30. It is located at 1782 Golden Mile Hwy (map), in what was most recently Golden Palace Restaurant. I started my journey as a private chef, bringing the excitement of hibachi cooking directly into people’s homes. Now, I’m thrilled to bring that same passion, flavor, and fun to this beautiful community with Koi Steakhouse & Sushi Bar.In the past, I’ve also volunteered my time and skills as a chef to support local events and help those in need. I’m new to Monroeville, and I want to give back to the community. If you’re organizing any volunteering events, shelters, or community programs, feel free to reach out—I’d love to help.Soft Opening: Thursday, Aug 28, 2025 @ 3 PM
Grand Opening: Saturday, Aug 30, 2025
Oak Shopping Center – 1782 Golden Mile Hwy, Monroeville, PA 15146
Grand opening Vouchers Valid only from 28th August to 5th September 2025In addition to the restaurant, you can also book me as your private hibachi chef for parties and special occasions!
Visit Hiroshihibachi.com to learn more.
Please share this post with your friends and family—I can’t wait to serve you, both at Koi and at your own special gatherings!
The menu is hundreds of items long, consisting of a variety of hibachi items, poke bowls, sushi, rolls, standard Chinese and Thai entrees, boba tea, and more.
What is the ongoing global significance of the 2011 nuclear accident in Fukushima and its impact on Japan’s reputation as a leading robotics nation? Join anthropologist Dr. Ryo Morimoto (Harvard University) for a talk on the co-evolution of the international nuclear industry and robotics, from the development of gloveboxes and arm manipulators in the 1940s to modern applications of mobile robots—physical AIs—in the decommissioning of the Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Station (1F) and other radioactive sites.The talk runs from 4:30 to 6:00 pm in 4130 Posvar Hall (map) and is free and open to the public.
The grand finale of “The Most Beautiful Moment in Life” series by BTS, where the story of youth shines brightest— it’s . From the lingering tenderness of “Autumn Leaves” and “Butterfly” to the explosive performances of “FIRE,” “Save ME,” and “EPILOGUE: Young Forever,” the story of youth that defined BTS as we know today, is vividly brought to life on screen!It is scheduled to play locally, so far, at the Cinemark theater in Monroeville, and tickets are available online.
Celebrate the Chinese Mid-Autumn Festival and explore culinary traditions from around the world at this vibrant cultural event!The event runs from 6:30 to 8:30 pm in the Cohon University Center's Rangos Ballroom on the Carnegie Mellon campus in Oakland (map), and is free and open to the public.
Free and open to the public, attendees will enjoy live performances that showcase music, dance and storytelling from East Asian cultures. Sample delicious global cuisine, connect with the greater-CMU community and take part in a joyful evening of community, culture and conversation. All are welcome — come hungry and curious!
