Exhibit in the first hall.

Mr. Onodera uses a screen to enhance the lecture.

200 people, including students and the general public, attended.

Master calligrapher Sogen Chiba shares his emotion through his calligraphy.

Lecture and demonstration were broadcast through TV.

To introduce Japanese culture more deeply to America,  Midori Kawanishi .sings and plays the Koto.

Members of the staff at Wittenberg.

The fourth part of the American tour moved east to Springfield, Ohio, to Wittenberg University. The contact with Wittenberg had been given by Professor Midori Mckeon of San Francisco State University to Professor Amy G. Christiansen.  The exhibit ran for one month and was held in the administration building, its first floor lobby.  This hall has a high ceiling and offered a feeling of openness.  Many admiring visitors came to the hall, both students and the general public.
Mr. Onodera’s  lecture was held on October 24, 2005 in the Jodeph hall, and the master calligrapher Sougen Chiba presented a demonstration.  The translation of the lecture was given by Professor Amy and of the demonstration by Visiting Instructor Terumi Imai. Professor Midori Mckeon had traveled from San Francisco to be present for the lecture and offered the introduction of Mr. Onodera and of Master calligrapher Chiba.

The more than 200  people who attended listened very seriously to the talk and demonstration.  During the following reception, the experience of Japanese culture and spirit were enhanced by the Koto music and singing of Japanese songs, including the “Cherry Blossom Song.” We felt an especial surprise and joy when some of the guests joined in the singing of this lovely song.

We offer our deep gratitude to Professor Midori and Professor Amy for their support and help in making this event possible.