But, before all that, let us all look forward to the upcoming HOLY-days! Especially CHRISTMAS!
Sunday, December 5, 2010
Saying Hello to Christmas and looking forward to New Year's
Things have quieted down, since after the Philippine Festival, Collabo Festa and the Foreign Artists' Exhibition. These activities were all participated in, by members of the CPFA, in different capacities. Now it is time to plan for next year's activities, the 1st of which is the 2011 Philippine Festival in Nagoya (yes, planning starts early!).
But, before all that, let us all look forward to the upcoming HOLY-days! Especially CHRISTMAS!
Yultide Greetings to one and all!
But, before all that, let us all look forward to the upcoming HOLY-days! Especially CHRISTMAS!
Sunday, October 24, 2010
2010 Collabo Festa in Oasis 21, Sakae
It was a two day event, held October 23 and 24. On October 23, the NIA booth introduced bamboo dancing, and also gave participants the chance to wear Philippine traditional clothes. On October 24, the booth featured Yabuno-sensei's sketches, and participants could get their pictures drawn for free.
The CPFA has always encouraged volunteer activities among its members, and it was happy to note that many students, and teachers participated in the event. There were also people from different areas in society, aside from teachers and students, there were also volunteers from who were regular employees, retired professionals, and housewives.
It was a weekend filled with performances, games and informative presentations.
Everyone had a good time.
Sunday, June 13, 2010
Peparing for the Philippine Festival in Nagoya 2010
May 29, 2010
The CPFA Staff and Volunteers went to the Nagoya International Center, Annex Hall to prepare the area for the 26th Philippine Festival in Nagoya. They transformed the Hall, and made it look and feel like the Philippines. Complete with little festival flags, posters and pictures. Everyone worked hard, and the result was beautiful.
The booths were set-up, and a few of the sponsors came and fixed their area, each one making their area appealing to the many Filipinos expected to arrive the next day.
Participants for the Chubu Queen and Princess presentation were also present, to rehearse their performances, they were ably directed by Ms. Marita Castaneda, CPFA President.
The CPFA Staff also made panels, highlighting the activities of CPFA, and showing the sponsors of the event, plus the raffle prizes that everyone is looking forward to winning on the day of the event. The panels turned out quite attractive and colorful, special thanks to CPFA Members, Ms. Manami Yamada and Mr. Yuuki Kobayashi.
The volunteers also worked hard in setting up the chairs, tables and boards. They were coordinated by Mr. Mitsumasa Taniguchi, CPFA Member.
Special thanks also goes out to the Ikebana International, for the beautiful flower arrangement for the event, they were contacted by Mrs. Linda Taki, CPFA Chairman, who also happens to be a member of Ikebana International.
The preparations were finished on time, if a little giri-giri. And the staff and volunteers went home to rest and prepare for the big event the following day.
CPFA send its THANKS to the MANY VOLUNTEERS!
The CPFA Staff and Volunteers went to the Nagoya International Center, Annex Hall to prepare the area for the 26th Philippine Festival in Nagoya. They transformed the Hall, and made it look and feel like the Philippines. Complete with little festival flags, posters and pictures. Everyone worked hard, and the result was beautiful.
The booths were set-up, and a few of the sponsors came and fixed their area, each one making their area appealing to the many Filipinos expected to arrive the next day.
Participants for the Chubu Queen and Princess presentation were also present, to rehearse their performances, they were ably directed by Ms. Marita Castaneda, CPFA President.
The CPFA Staff also made panels, highlighting the activities of CPFA, and showing the sponsors of the event, plus the raffle prizes that everyone is looking forward to winning on the day of the event. The panels turned out quite attractive and colorful, special thanks to CPFA Members, Ms. Manami Yamada and Mr. Yuuki Kobayashi.
The volunteers also worked hard in setting up the chairs, tables and boards. They were coordinated by Mr. Mitsumasa Taniguchi, CPFA Member.
Special thanks also goes out to the Ikebana International, for the beautiful flower arrangement for the event, they were contacted by Mrs. Linda Taki, CPFA Chairman, who also happens to be a member of Ikebana International.
The preparations were finished on time, if a little giri-giri. And the staff and volunteers went home to rest and prepare for the big event the following day.
CPFA send its THANKS to the MANY VOLUNTEERS!
Sunday, May 9, 2010
Happy Mother's Day from CPFA
We just finished meeting the volunteers and participants for the Philippine Festival in Nagoya. There will be another meeting next week, May 16, 2010.
Today's meeting was quite timely, because the participants for the Chubu Queen and Princess came and we discussed what they will present at the Festival. I said timely, because the participants are Mothers and their Daughters. It was truly a Happy Mother's Day!There were also student volunteers, and CPFA Staff. Everyone worked together, planning for the coming Festival.
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Picture 1 - Vangie Roxas and Lourdes (Chubu Queen and Princess participant)
Picture 2 - Marilou Nishiwaki and Mariko (Chubu Queen and Princess participant)
Friday, April 30, 2010
Preparing for the Philippine Festival in Nagoya 2010
Members of CPFA have been conducting meetings in preparation for the 2010 Philippine Festival in Nagoya. Almost every weekend is spent on preparation and meetings. It is a tradition among the CPFA members to keep the month of May open for festival preparations.
There will be about 30 volunteers, and the CPFA members are thankful for them, and looking forward to their help and to working with them in the festival.
The Nagoya International Center, Annex Hall will be the center of all the activites. It will be transformed into the Philippines for the duration of the festival, and there will be a lot of activites going on.
Today, the members and officers got together for yet another meeting, and picture taking.
Picture 1: CPFA Officers and Members.
Picture 2: Mr. and Mrs. Taki.
Picture 3: Mr. Kawada and Ms. Castaneda.
Saturday, April 17, 2010
The 26th International Philippine Festival in Nagoya
PAGSASAMAHAN: Partnerships
May 30, 2010
Nagoya International Center
Tickets: 2,500yen (includes movie showing, dance party and raffle draw)
Please join us in Nagoya as we celebrate the Philippine Festival!
May 30, 2010
Nagoya International Center
Tickets: 2,500yen (includes movie showing, dance party and raffle draw)
Please join us in Nagoya as we celebrate the Philippine Festival!
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Tea Party (and Birthday!) at Riverside Consulting
The get-together was done for many reasons, among which is to welcome the family in their visit to Nagoya, and to introduce Kiara-chan, the newest family member, and also to celebrate those born in April, a little early, but since this was, perhaps, the only time we could get together, it was good to be able to celebrate, even in a small way.
CPFA has always made family and friends an important part of all its activities.
Thursday, March 4, 2010
Jeepney Press Initial Release of Mrs. Linda Taki's Interview
The final print will be available in the latest issue of Jeepney Press.
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
Evaluation of the 25th Anniversary of the CPFA / International Philippine Festival 2009
(Released June 22, 2009)
by A. Principe
The recently concluded 25th International Philippine Festival held in the Nagoya International Center, was quite successful. One of the main activities was the Consular Services, held at the 4th floor. Consul Anne Hernandez along with personnel from the Philippine Consul-General in Osaka, went to Nagoya to conduct the Consular Services, in collaboration with the event organized by the Chubu Philippine Friendship Association. There were at least 300 people, around 200 of these were there to renew their passports. Passport renewal was the main purpose of the Consular Service this year, because of the new rule issued by the Philippine Government, that all Filipinos wishing to renew their passports must appear in person in the Consular Office in Osaka. This is because of the fact that the new Philippine passports are now equipped with a microchip, and requires fingerprinting for identification. The Consular Service held in Nagoya, in collaboration with the International Philippine Festival, was able to help many Filipinos needing to renew their passports, without having to go to Osaka.
Other main events during the Festival was the Opening Ceremony, headed by Mrs. Linda Taki (CPFA Chairman) and Ms. Marita Castaneda (CPFA President), followed by the giving of awards to people and institutions that have been helping CPFA throughout the years. The speeches given during the Opening Ceremony were inspiring. Ambassador Domingo L. Siazon, Jr. made special mention of CPFA Chairman, Mrs. Linda Taki's numerous contributions to the Filipino community in Nagoya and nearby areas. He mentioned that he has been observing Linda and her works, since from the start, almost 25 years ago, and he has seen her progress and the progress of CPFA. He was impressed with everything she and her organization have achieved achieved.
The awarding ceremony was also very informative because many people who were otherwise in the background throughout the years, were recognized and given thanks. This is a very important part of the 25th Anniversary celebration.
The entertainement part of the program was also both exciting and informative, with organizations and performances. A portion was dedicated showing the evolution of CPFA through the years, this was presented by CPFA President, Ms. Marita Castaneda. There was a jazz orchestra, Philippine dances, Japanese dances, singing and a dance party. Organizations like ICAN, RASA and many more, presented their groups and talked about what they do to help Filipinos in Japan and in the Philippines.
The whole event kept to the theme, blending of cultures, with Japanese and Philippine songs and dances. The participants were also a mix of Japanese and Filipinos, and both enjoyed the many activities, the dancing and the raffle draw.
It should also be noted that the participating volunteers, both Filipinos and Japanese, were very helpful and without them, the event would not have succeeded. This is also part of CPFA's goal, that of fostering the spirit of volunteerism in all its projects. For 25 years, CPFA made the International Philippine Festival possible with the help of the many volunteers, and hopefully their spirit of volunteerism will continue even in the years to come.
This year's event was truly exciting and memorable, befitting 25 years of the Chubu Philippne Friendship Association's service to the Filipinos and, in some cases, also to the Japanese, in Nagoya.
by A. Principe
The recently concluded 25th International Philippine Festival held in the Nagoya International Center, was quite successful. One of the main activities was the Consular Services, held at the 4th floor. Consul Anne Hernandez along with personnel from the Philippine Consul-General in Osaka, went to Nagoya to conduct the Consular Services, in collaboration with the event organized by the Chubu Philippine Friendship Association. There were at least 300 people, around 200 of these were there to renew their passports. Passport renewal was the main purpose of the Consular Service this year, because of the new rule issued by the Philippine Government, that all Filipinos wishing to renew their passports must appear in person in the Consular Office in Osaka. This is because of the fact that the new Philippine passports are now equipped with a microchip, and requires fingerprinting for identification. The Consular Service held in Nagoya, in collaboration with the International Philippine Festival, was able to help many Filipinos needing to renew their passports, without having to go to Osaka.
Other main events during the Festival was the Opening Ceremony, headed by Mrs. Linda Taki (CPFA Chairman) and Ms. Marita Castaneda (CPFA President), followed by the giving of awards to people and institutions that have been helping CPFA throughout the years. The speeches given during the Opening Ceremony were inspiring. Ambassador Domingo L. Siazon, Jr. made special mention of CPFA Chairman, Mrs. Linda Taki's numerous contributions to the Filipino community in Nagoya and nearby areas. He mentioned that he has been observing Linda and her works, since from the start, almost 25 years ago, and he has seen her progress and the progress of CPFA. He was impressed with everything she and her organization have achieved achieved.
The awarding ceremony was also very informative because many people who were otherwise in the background throughout the years, were recognized and given thanks. This is a very important part of the 25th Anniversary celebration.
The entertainement part of the program was also both exciting and informative, with organizations and performances. A portion was dedicated showing the evolution of CPFA through the years, this was presented by CPFA President, Ms. Marita Castaneda. There was a jazz orchestra, Philippine dances, Japanese dances, singing and a dance party. Organizations like ICAN, RASA and many more, presented their groups and talked about what they do to help Filipinos in Japan and in the Philippines.
The whole event kept to the theme, blending of cultures, with Japanese and Philippine songs and dances. The participants were also a mix of Japanese and Filipinos, and both enjoyed the many activities, the dancing and the raffle draw.
It should also be noted that the participating volunteers, both Filipinos and Japanese, were very helpful and without them, the event would not have succeeded. This is also part of CPFA's goal, that of fostering the spirit of volunteerism in all its projects. For 25 years, CPFA made the International Philippine Festival possible with the help of the many volunteers, and hopefully their spirit of volunteerism will continue even in the years to come.
This year's event was truly exciting and memorable, befitting 25 years of the Chubu Philippne Friendship Association's service to the Filipinos and, in some cases, also to the Japanese, in Nagoya.
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Press Release for the 25th "Philippine Festival sa Nagoya" May 31, 2009
CPFA 25th Year in Nagoya
The Chubu Philippine Friendship Association is celebrating its 25th Anniversary. It has been a long, yet fruitful experience encompassing the whole rollercoaster range of emotions. The Chubu Philippine Friendship Association first started out, in 1981, as the Association for Intermarried Couples in Nagoya, and because of the range of services it offered to the Filipino community, not only in Nagoya, but in the Chubu Area as well, the name was eventually changed to the Chubu Philippine Friendship Association (CPFA) in 1984.
Every year the CPFA celebrates the mixing of Japanese and Philippine cultures by organizing the Philippine International Festival in Nagoya. And now, this festival is also entering its 25th year, and this year's theme: Pagsanib ng Kultura (A Blending of Cultures) highlights the organizations focus on helping both Filipinos and Japanese alike. This year, like every year before, the event will take place in the Nagoya International Center (NIC). But this time, in honor of 25 years of service to the Filipino community in the Chubu Area, the program will highlight the different Filipino groups based in and around the Chubu Area. There will also be various activites like the food bazaar, small shops, and booths offering different services to Filipinos living in Japan. Everyone is invited to join the festivities, specially now, since, in honor of the 25th Anniversary, the tickets will be sold at the very affordable price of 1,500yen. The ticket will allow the bearer to participate in all the festival activies from morning til evening. It includes a 500yen food stub, and a chance to join the raffle, which will be drawn throughout the festival. The grand prize will be a round trip ticket to the Philippines!
The CPFA Chairperson Mrs. Linda Taki, quite known for her volunteer works in Nagoya, and CPFA President Ms. Marita Castaneda, a well-known business woman, will personally oversee the event. For ticket sales and other inquiries please contact the CPFA office: tel/fax 0528340614 , mobile 09012305298. Or Ms. Marita Castaneda 09015622499.
Magsama-sama tayong ipagdiwang ang ika-25 Anibesaryo ng Chubu Philippine Friendship Association.
A little background about CPFA
CPFA started with Fr. Nishimoto, in 1981, in the Logos Center of the Nanzan University Campus. It was originally called Association of Philippine Intermarried couples, and was changed to Chubu Philippne Friendship Association (CPFA) in June 24, 1984. The name change came about so that students and professionals could also be members of the group. The original purpose was to gather the housewives so that they will not be alone, and will have a group to support them in their life in Japan. These housewives were married to Japanese husbands, and this was also a venue in which they could get together and talk about their lives and concerns. And this was also a venue where they could interact with the Japanese people around them. There was also very few support groups for Filipinos at the time, and we started helping Filipinos who were in trouble, or needed information. Along with the change of name, the CPFA started doing volunteer work in a wider sense. We started helping in terms of translation, getting in touch with necessary offices for help, we also started introducing the Philippines to the different ward offices. This even included cooking Filipino food and showing Philippine dance, the most popular of which was the Tinikling. Many Filipinos helped in these activites, and it was a very busy time for CPFA. CPFA also organizes the Philippine Festival in Nagoya every year, last year was our 25th Festival, and it was quite a celebration.
- Linda Taki, CPFA Chairman (Jeepney Press Interview, January 2010)
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