The World Expanded from the Romance of the Three Kingdoms (Course Hosted by the Second Community Center Based on a Citizen Proposal)
Event Category： Courses and Classes (Learn and Listen)
FY2026 Inagi City Second Community Center Hosted Citizen Proposal Course
"The World Expanding from the Romance of the Three Kingdoms"
Through diverse expressions such as manga, travel, calligraphy, comedy, and Peking opera, we broaden understanding of various cultures and the world using the widely beloved "Romance of the Three Kingdoms."
Course Content
| Times | Implementation Date | Contents | Instructor Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Saturday, November 21 2 PM to 4 PM |
Encountering the "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" through Manga Using manga as an entry point, the original author will talk about the appeal of the "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" as a story that resonates with the present day. |
Mr. Jun Sugiyama (Manga Artist) |
| 2 | December 5 (Saturday) 2 PM to 4 PM |
Encountering the "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" Through Travel Numerous historical sites related to the "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" remain across China (such as ancient battlefields and tombs). A travel writer, who has also authored books related to the Three Kingdoms, will enjoyably introduce unique local experiences, insights gained, and specialty dishes. |
(Travel Writer) |
| 3 | Sunday, January 10, 2027 2 PM to 4 PM |
Encountering the "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" through Calligraphy Become familiar with the "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" through calligraphy, experience the charm of the shared character culture between Japan and China, and deepen your understanding and interest. You can also experience "writing characters with ink on bamboo." |
Mr. Toshifumi Seki (Nishogakusha University Lecturer) |
| 4 |
January 24 (Sunday) 2 PM to 4 PM
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Encountering the "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" through Comedy Even for those not familiar with the "Romance of the Three Kingdoms," this presentation introduces the characters and events using relatable examples and trivia to shift feelings about China's distant history from “seeming difficult” to “seeming enjoyable.” |
Mr. Okuman (Comedian) |
| 5 |
February 21 (Sunday) 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM
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Encountering the "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" through Traditional Theater A lecture on how the heroes of the "Romance of the Three Kingdoms" are portrayed on stage through Peking Opera. It offers a visual and auditory appreciation of character understanding and the story's appeal. |
Mr. Toru Kato (Professor at Meiji University. Appeared on NHK Chinese! Navi) |
- Event Date
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November 21, 2026 (Saturday), December 5, 2026 (Saturday)
January 10, 2027 (Sunday), January 24, 2027 (Sunday), February 21, 2027 (Sunday) - Venue
- Eligibility
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Residents, workers, and students in Inagi City
- Application
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Necessary
From 9:00 AM on October 16, 2026 (Friday), applications accepted on a first-come, first-served basis via the application form
- Application Deadline
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Friday, February 12, 2027
- Capacity
- 16 people (first-come, first-served)
- Participation Fee
- Free
- Material Fee
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3rd Session 300 yen
(Collected at the first session)
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Application & Inquiries
- Inagi City Second Community Center Phone 042-378-0567
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