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Stories connecting Maine to Japan

Our blog is regularly updated with inspiring stories from people whose lives intersect between Maine and Japan. Each story is rooted in a shared love for the community, yet shines with its own unique perspective.
Sit back, relax, and get ready to be inspired!

Japanese Cultural Association of Maine 8/29/25 Japanese Cultural Association of Maine 8/29/25

Craft and Philosophy: Jeff Bearce’s Journey into Japanese Woodworking

Japanese Cultural Association of Maine 8/22/25 Japanese Cultural Association of Maine 8/22/25

A Natural Connection: Japan and Maine in Skye’s Story

Japanese Cultural Association of Maine 8/17/25 Japanese Cultural Association of Maine 8/17/25

Finding Rhythm and Building Community: Alex Pine's Taiko Journey in Maine

Japanese Cultural Association of Maine 8/9/25 Japanese Cultural Association of Maine 8/9/25

“Without Gyo, There is No Gyotaku”: Nate Garrett’s Maine-Japan Story Through the Art of Fish Printing

Japanese Cultural Association of Maine 7/25/25 Japanese Cultural Association of Maine 7/25/25

Ink, Brush, and the People We Meet: Jean Kigel’s Journey with Asian Art

Japanese Cultural Association of Maine 3/11/19 Japanese Cultural Association of Maine 3/11/19

The Art of Shibori - Kathleen Goddu

Kathleen Goddu and her life with shibori and sashiko.

Japanese Cultural Association of Maine 3/11/19 Japanese Cultural Association of Maine 3/11/19

The rich life of Toshi Hashimoto

From Oshima to Rumford - the rich life of Toshi Hashimoto

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