June Offers from our Sponsors

Club 360: All FEW members get their first class at Club 360 free!

Description: Mo’ Fit 360

Using a combination of Pilates, cardio & strength training, Mo’ Fit 360 is especially designed for ladies – no matter your fitness level. The class focuses on burning calories, restoring your core and increasing muscle tone.

For busy mothers: free child minding is provided so you can bring along your little one!

Further information:

• Tel: 03-6434-9667
• www.club360.jp

Jarman International K.K. – Free Golf for FEW Members

Jarman International would like to invite two FEW Member for a free round of golf at Eastwood Country Club (Utsunomiya) on June 15. Beginners are welcome and it is a beautiful course.

Join us at the 8th Jarman International Charity Cup for friendly golf, networking and to support our focus charity Mirai no Mori.

For more information: https://www.facebook.com/events/494861114381469/

Elana Jade: June Specials!

• Full Body Spray Tan for only ¥5,900
• Shellac Pedicure with free foot scrub for only ¥7,000

www.elanajade.com
salon@elanajade.com

Divya Marie Kato: 20% FEW Member Discount on the Foundation Drawing Course

Summer Term Drawing Classes Now Available
Venue: Atelier Kato Tokyo
More Info: https://www.divyamariekato.com/

Mom in Balance: Discover Workouts that Work for You + A Friend for 10% off

Have you ever done a workout that didn’t leave you feeling good and proud of yourself!? Right! So what are you waiting for!

Join our Mom in Balance workouts in 8 different locations throughout Tokyo and Yokohama, including evening and weekend workouts. Find your training buddy and feel energized afterward.

A great way to connect with like-minded women if you are new in Tokyo or want to meet new people! There might even be a coffee after the workout!

Join for a free trial and bring a friend along! If you both sign up for any workout plan with us you get 10% off, plus 20% for FEW members!

Register through our website: https://www.mominbalance.com/japan/en/signup/ using the code FEWFREE

June News from our Sponsors and Members

: The Farm-To-Table Experience IV

Date: June 20th, 2019

Venue: Oakwood Premier Tokyo
1-8-2 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0005
https://goo.gl/maps/8TnR2jBduacgmHLaA

Cost: 8,000 yen

Description: Whether you are an amateur cook, food enthusiast or a professional chef, there’s a course to inspire you. Culinary Curiosities with Chef Marybeth Boller provides cooking demonstrations to accommodate all group levels. Lessons are conducted on a one-on-one basis or in a group environment. At the end of the session, each participant will leave with a better understanding about food, cooking techniques, knife skills and other kitchen tips.

All meals will be prepared by Chef Marybeth. Informal setting for casual discussion to build our exclusive culinary community.

For reservations: call 03-6631-6800 or e-mail general.premier-tokyo-marunouchi@oakwood.com

More Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/635199156949748/

Sado Island Earth Day Celebration

Jarman International is happy to be a promotion partner for Sado Island Earth Celebration 2019

Every year since 1988, the rich natural splendour of Sado has set the stage for arts and culture festival Earth Celebration (EC). 

Hosted by world-renowned taiko ensemble Kodo and its home, Sado Island, EC seeks an alternative global culture through musical and cultural collaborations with artists and festivalgoers from around the world. The result is three days of exciting performances featuring Kodo and special guests, unique opportunities to enjoy the culture, nature, and tastes of Sado, and much more.

Tickets have gone on sale and they will go fast!

More Info: https://www.earthcelebration.jp/en/ticket/

Art for Hope Workshop Celebrating World Refugee Day 2019

Join us to find out how art, food and fun build hope and inspiration for refugees around the world!

Start with a line and take small steps towards creating your own piece of art

You’ll also be able to enjoy traditional dishes with ingredients from the forest from RIJ-funded projects

Date: June 21

Cost: ¥5000

Venue: Venue: Bar Sakaba 7-13-13, Minami Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 107-0062 (12 mins from Hiroo or Roppongi station)

More Info: https://rij-npo.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Flyer-E-WRD.pdf

Blu Jam Cafe: Official Start of Dessert Catering Service at BLU JAM CAFE JAPAN!

Starting in June, we are excited to launch our dessert catering service in the Tokyo area. Whether it’s for a birthday, wedding, baby shower, or just for fun; pick Blu Jam Cafe to host your dessert. Custom-cakes and other desserts tailored to your needs. We are thrilled to bring our desserts to you and we plan on expanding to other prefectures, but for now, we are starting at home.

Look out on our social media for further information about it.

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May Offers from our Sponsors

Club 360: All FEW members get their first class at Club 360 free!

Description: Mo’ Fit 360

Using a combination of Pilates, cardio & strength training, Mo’ Fit 360 is especially designed for ladies- no matter your fitness level. The class focuses on burning calories, restoring your core and increasing muscle tone.

For busy mothers: free child minding is provided so you can bring along your little one!

Further information:

• Tel: 03-6434-9667
• www.club360.jp

Divya Marie Kato: 20% FEW Member Discount on the Foundation Drawing Course

Date: Till May 24th 2019
Venue: Atelier Kato Tokyo
More Info: https://www.divyamariekato.com/

May News from our Sponsors and Members

The Farm-To-Table Experience III

Date: May 17th, 2019 at 19:00

Venue: Oakwood Premier Tokyo
1-8-2 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0005
http://bit.ly/2VOzStQ

Cost: 8,000 yen

Description: Whether you are an amateur cook, food enthusiast or a professional chef, there’s a course to inspire you. Culinary Curiosities with Chef Marybeth Boller provides cooking demonstrations to accommodate all group levels. Lessons are conducted on a one-on-one basis or in a group environment. At the end of the session, each participant will leave with a better understanding about food, cooking techniques, knife skills and other kitchen tips.

All meals will be prepared by Chef Marybeth. Informal setting for casual discussion to build our exclusive culinary community.

Fee includes 3-course meal (starter, main, dessert) and a
beverage.

For reservations: call 03-6631-6800 or e-mail general.premier-tokyo-marunouchi@oakwood.com

More Info: http://bit.ly/2vfdHkV

Mom in Balance: Strengthen Your Body Nourish Your Gut Workshop

Date: May 13th – 9:30 – 11:30

Venue: US Embassy Compound – Roppongi area

Fee: 3000 yen

Description: Building a strong body before and after delivery is important, but balance – especially for new moms and expecting moms – goes beyond your physical body. For that reason Mom in Balance Tokyo has partnered up with Alexandra Midland from the Village Mind, expert in holistic health and mindfulness wellness, who will tell us more about mindfulness eating and how to build healthy, intuitive eating behaviours by listening to your body.

Join Tanja Kinnen and Julie Mangen, co-owners at Mom in Balance Tokyo and Alexandra Midland from the Village Mind for a 2 hour workshop on strengthening your body and nourishing your gut! Learn how to connect your current fitlife routine and mombod goals to the 5 elements of well-being.

The workshop includes a Mom in balance workout, mindful eating exercises to learn how to better listen to your body and build healthy, intuitive eating behaviours, and of course some afterwork snacks and drinks!

More Info: https://docs.google.com/forms/u/2/d/e/1FAIpQLSc7ADxi0HdubSVQjmjGB_tCqkuB2j9M6j0G2DQR8p5zv-OTCA/viewform

For inquiries: Send an email to tokyo@mominbalance.com

Note: A babysitter service is available upon request for an additional fee of 1.600 yen for this two-hour workshop.

Elana Jade: Mothers Day Specials!

Package 1
60min Oil Massage & Conditioning Facial ¥23,000 => ¥19,000

Package 2
Conditioning Facial & Shellac Manicure ¥19,000 => ¥15,500

Package 3
60min Hot Stone Massage & Shellac Manicure ¥16,800 => ¥13,500

Of course, these packages can be used by all! Please contact us at salon@elanajade.com for an appointment.

Conditions:

• Limited to one per person * Shellac Manicure priced for one colour
• Voucher can be bought with a 6-month expiry for another person
• Valid until the end of May * Cannot be used with another offer or package

Blu Jam Cafe: Celebrate Mother’s Day at BLU JAM CAFE JAPAN!

While we should appreciate our motherly figures in our lives every day, why not make it a little extra special by bringing them to Blu Jam Cafe for brunch!

If you have a large group, we also have a semi-private area in the back of our restaurant that is open for reservations (fees may apply).

In addition in May, our kitchen created a light chocolate mousse cake that would go perfect with your favorite coffee or tea!

Don’t miss out and don’t forget FEW members get a 25% discount on orders over 2000 yen.

Call ahead or email us to reserve your space with us at our website:
blujamcafejapan.com / 03-6455-1446

Tokyo Mega Clothes Swap

Date: June 8th 2019, 2pm-5pm

Venue: Oakwood Tokyo Midtown, 9-7-4 Asakusa, Minato-ku, Tokyo

Cost: 2000 yen (pay in advance) 2500 yen (pay at the door)

Description: “Waste is a resource in the wrong place”

The next clothes swap is set for June 8th.

Money raised will go to a charity announced at a later date. Cancellations are fine but please note we will not be offering refunds but you can let us know and give your spot to a friend.

Clicking “going” or “Interested” on the Facebook event does not guarantee your spot. Please Sign up via Peatix.

• Get two drinks as part of the entry
• up to 150 people
• Official kid’s corner
• Men’s clothing corner
• We are still a women-only and lady-identifying event, but we’ve decided to open space for masculine wear.

More Info: https://8june2019megaclothesswap.peatix.com/

Insta Basics for Small Business

Date: Thursday 6th June, 2019 9am-2pm
Venue: Turquoise Port Showroom, Higashi-Gotanda
Cost: JPY 10,000, max 6 participants

Description: The course is aimed at people who are at the beginning of their Instagram journey and users who have been using Instagram for a while, but are stuck and need a bit of a push to get going again/use IG as a marketing tool more effectively. The course includes:

• Dealing with comparison and self-doubt
• Instagram terminology and functions
• Brand, cohesion and consistency
• IG Bio
• Photography and captions
• Workflow
• Building a community
• The seven deadly sins of Instagram marketing
• A secret Facebook group that will remain active after the course for you to ask questions

The course is delivered by Alex Morrow (https://turquoiseport.com) and Victoria Close (https://bikudesigns.com), both small business owners in Tokyo who extensively use social media in their day-to-day business life.

More Info: Booking link: http://ptix.at/UXwh48

Tokyo International Players: Chitty Chitty Bang Bang stage musical

Date: May 16th – 18th at 19:00; May 18th & 19th at 13:00
Venue: Theatre Sun-mall, 1-19-10 Shinjuku

Description: Tokyo International Players presents the stage musical: Chitty Chitty Bang Bang based on the MGM Motion Picture. Fun for all the family. Recommended age: 4+

Cost: Pre-pay: 4,500 yen adults; 3,000 yen children & students; Walk-ins: 5,000 yen & 3,500 yen

More info: www.tokyoplayers.org

Mom in Balance Anniversary

Date: May 25th – 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Venue: Yoyogi Park

Cost: Free

Description: It is already a year into their journey with Mom in Balance Tokyo! A busy year for Tanja and Julie adding new workout locations in Tokyo and Yokohama to the training schedule, organising workshops around well-being with other female entrepreneurs and most importantly grew their community of active and inspiring moms (to be). This would not have been possible without the support of their team of 4 trainers, the inspiring women that join the workouts no matter what and the larger Mom in Balance community! The perfect reason to celebrate and invite members, family, friends and the whole Mom in Balance community for a free anniversary event on May 25th in Yoyogi Park starting from 10.00!

It will be a free workout session, including some nice surprises and healthy snacks and drinks. The workout will accommodate the different workout programs of Mom in Balance: a workout for pregnant, a Back in Shape workout for all women having given birth recently and a MPower workout for all the other energetic women who like a challenge. The trainers will make sure to adapt each exercise to the participants levels, so that everyone can enjoy the workout at her own pace.

Note: Babysitter service is available upon request for an additional fee of 800 yen. (Our babysitters are hired through Carefinder.jp and all have professional experience even with very young babies.)

Interested!? Grab your training gear, bring your friends, join in the fun of working out outdoors and let’s celebrate all together!

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April Offers from our Sponsors

eCornell – 30% discount on MBA-level Change Leadership Certificate

Kotter, a contributor to Forbes, in writing about Change Management vs. Change Leadership states that some people use the terms interchangeably and stresses the significant differences between them.

• Change management is articulated to be a set of tools used to keep change efforts under control.
• Change leadership is said to involve “the driving forces, visions, and processes that fuel large-scale transformation.” In change leadership, the process of change is quicker, cleverer, and more efficient. Empowerment of the masses of people is also a vital element of this engine.

The nature of change leadership is that things could get a little out of control; therefore, the engine needs someone who is highly skilled to drive it in order to minimize risks. Change leadership is seen as a big challenge for the future and is overshadowed by the fact that almost no one is conversant with it.

Women are said to be born leaders. eCornell can help to maximize the leadership qualities in you when you register for their MBA-level certificate in Change Leadership with the special code provided to FEW Members in their FEW to You Membership email to access a 30% discount.

Learn more about other certificates offered by eCornell here.

CareFinder: 2500¥ off new subscriptions

Golden Week 2019 is set to be the ultimate holiday, with two weeks of festivities – and no school for the kids. Whether you need a babysitter while you work or a helping hand when taking in Golden Week events with the family, CareFinder is here for you.

CareFinder has the largest selection of qualified, bilingual babysitters and FEW members can also take advantage of an amazing discount – 2500¥ off new subscriptions.

Visit carefinder.jp to check out our sitters and use the special code provided to FEW Members in their FEW to You Membership email to sign up!

Mom in Balance: Additional 20% off any workout plan

Already one yera into our journey with Mom in Balanace Tokyo!? We are stunned as to how quickly time has flown. We have come a long way on growing our Mom in Balance community and still keeping our contact with you all as personalised as possible. We are proud of what we have achieved so far and are going strong into the next chapter! But, this would not be possible without our fabulous trainers Olga, Nienke and Nadja and your continuous support. That’s why we want to celebrate with YOU!

Not only will there be a special anniversary workout on Saturday, May 25th (Mark your calendar to save the date), but we also decided to go one step further. As of April 1st we will reduce our monthly membership fee from 11.500¥ to 10.000¥! For all new members and, of course, for all existing members as of your next payment.

Sounds good!? Register through the mom in Balance website at http://bit.ly/SignUpMominBalanceTokyo for a free trial workout by using the special code provided to FEW Members in their FEW to You Membership email to sign up.

April News from our Sponsors and Members

Elana Jade: April Specials at Elana Jade Organic Beauty Salon

• Shellac Manicure with FREE hand scrub! ¥6,000
• Peeling Facial Course (4 facials) for only ¥42,000

www.elanajade.com
salon@elanajade.com

*conditions apply

Blu Jam Cafe: Dessert menu expansion

Blu Jam Cafe Japan’s dessert menu is expanding! We are happy to announce some permanent additions to our menu.

We now have carrot cake and brownies available for purchase everyday! We have been testing these treats through last year and we received the great feedback from our guests. So try them today unless, of course, someone grabs the last slice of the day! If that’s not enough, we will soon offer custom-made desserts. So, whether it’s for a birthday party, wedding, baby shower, or any gathering, make Blu Jam Cafe Japan your supplier for yummy sweets!

Our kitchen is more than happy to listen to your needs and make the perfect treat for you. Vegan, Gluten-free, nut-free, dairy-free available. Big or small, multiple or one we are open to almost anything.

If you have any questions or inquiries check out our website for more information under the “Bakery” tab or If you are experiencing errors. please email us at: info@blujamcafejapan.com for further assistance and arrangements!

Club 360: 8-Week Transformation Challenge

Description:

• Unlimited Classes for the full 8 weeks
• Customized Nutrition Plans
• Weekly Check-Ins and Support from Club360 Staff
• Access to a Private Facebook Group

Date: The challenge will commence on April 15th!

Cost: ¥75,000 (includes 8 weeks unlimited classes, a customised diet, weekly consultations with a personal trainer, alongside the Private Facebook Group and all the other resources).

Extra Discount: We will also offer a discount for anyone that enrolls with a friend! ¥70,000 each will be the price offered to those that get someone else to take on the challenge with them.

Further information:

• Please email Tek at: tek@club360.jp and he will help get your initial appointment set up.
• Tel: 03-6434-9667
• www.club360.jp

Divya Marie Kato: Art For Hope: Fundraising Art Prints For Refugees International Japan

Date: Prints available for purchase from April 8th 2019

Description: Fundraising & celebrating 40 years of Refugees International Japan with limited edition art prints. 20% proceeds will go to RIJ.

Further information: https://www.divyamariekato.com/refugees-international-japan-gala-2019/

Sarah Furuya: Coaching for Spring/Summer Breakthrough Collection

In April, I will be opening up coaching sessions again. It will be 7 coaching one-hour 1:1 time slots, plus content and extras, and the investment is 200,000 yen plus tax. These sessions will run from April through to the end of July.

I will have 10 spaces open for this, and if you think you might be interested the best thing to do is book a discovery session via the link here. The Free 30-minute sessions offer a taster and experience of a super swift coaching session. You’ll come out with at least one action and at least one good question to contemplate!

Further information: https://www.sarahfuruya.com
For testimonials: https://sarahfuruya.com/what-people-say/

Tokyo International Players: Youth Program – Seussical Jr.

Date: April 11th & 12th at 19:00; April 13th & 14th at 13:00 & 16:30

Venue: THEATER DAIKANYAMA 2-12-12 Ebisu Nishi, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo

Description: Tokyo International Players Youth Program Season 9 presents SEUSSICAL JR. TIP Youth Act 1 (ages 8 – 12) on April 11th at 19:00 and April 13th at 13:00 & 16:30 and INTO THE WOODS JR. TIP Youth Act II (ages 13 – 17) on April 12th at 19:00 and April 14th at 13:00 & 16:30 www.tokyoplayers.org/tip-youth

Cost: 2,500 yen; 9,000 yen for 4 tickets for same performance

More info: www.tokyoplayers.org/tip-youth
Inquiries: tipyouth@tokyoplayers.org

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Lumina Learning, also a FEW Sponsor, provides psychometrics-based development solutions to support organizational transformation for companies worldwide, and FEW Members had a chance to take a 2-hour trial of the normally full day personal assessment.

At the event, Lumina Learning coach Ulrika Yui and her assistant Momoko Ozawa welcomed everyone briefly and then proceeded to lead an evening that was a full journey into the inner self – through Q&A cards and questionnaires the participants defined themselves based on the four color archetypes and colored the results on paper.

You can discover more about a person in an hour of play than in a year of conversation.

Plato

Then, each of the participants was given a 36-page long Lumina Spark Portrait to compare if the results matched with the pre-assessment everyone had taken before the workshop. Everyone was astonished to see how well the two matched. Indeed, when Yui lead the group through the “Twenty Four Qualities” in detail, it was an eye-opening experience to many, providing concrete tips on like how to create a high-performing team and how to become a better leader.

Lumina’s humanistic viewpoint is that everyone has strengths they might be unaware of and, if brought to consciousness, they become able to utilize those in their work and life. Through the Lumina Spark Portrait, participants were able to achieve a deeper understanding of their underlying natural self, as well as conscious self, to recognize their strengths – and hopefully be able to put those to good use in the future!

FEW wants to thank Lumina Learning and Ulrika Yui & Momoko Ozawa for providing us with this wonderful opportunity to discover our personas and help us become better leaders and coworkers!

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Many people sell their handicrafts and other creative products and services through the internet to consumers who are looking for more authentic and personal products than the common brands sold in shops. Be it a side hustle or a full-grown business you are running, good product photography is the key to catch consumers’ eyes in the saturated market.

However, a lot of sellers only think of the informative part of a photo and settle for simply having a quick snap for social media or their website. These serve their function, but if a seller wants to kill it with their products, they should think of the other elements such as lighting, background, angles, and consistency, Tia Haygood from TopTia photography stressed.

From the Basics to Some Pro Tricks

After a short talk on the basics of photographing, such as photo pixel count and resolution, and techniques that make products shine, it was time to check the cameras and products the participants had brought with them. Contrary to many beliefs, you don’t need to have a professional camera to take great photos, a smartphone is enough in many cases.

During the workshop’s hands-on practice session, the participants experimented with composition, angles, and lighting in real life to see how especially lightning makes a big difference. They learned how to handle lights and shadows by using a handcrafted balance board made by Tia with aluminum foil, cardboard, and white A1 size paper.

Check the lighting, background, angles, and consistency of the product to take great photos.

Tia Haygood, TopTia Photography

Even with lighting tricks, not all photos look as great as they could, and thus Tia also shared her tips on recommended apps which can be used to enhance photos afterward. At the end of the workshop, Amazon’s product photography guidelines were also discussed, giving the aspiring handicraft entrepreneurs all the tools needed taking better product photographs!

FEW wants to thank our Sponsor TopTia Photography for this wonderful workshop. Besides regular photo shoot sessions, TopTia Photography arranges women-only photo retreats regularly, so if you are interested in learning more, please visit TopTia.com.

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March Offers from our Sponsors

Blu Jam Café: In celebration of International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month, all FEW Members get 25% OFF their entire meal with proof of membership!!

As the weather and month changes so do the Blu Jam desserts! For the month of March, Blu Jam Cafe Daikanyama is feeling green! In the spirit of coming spring and St. Patrick’s Day they will be showcasing two desserts for the theme.

First, they are selling a Shamrock Milkshake! Mint flavor blended with vanilla ice cream! The perfect thing to have with your french fries. It is served with a mint garnish and our brand new tall glass! This minty treat will be priced at 900.

Next, they’ll will be serving chai flavored macarons! They are so light in flavor and pairs well with coffee or tea. Bue Jam will be selling them 3 for 1200 yen!

Club 360: Class 10-pack or unlimited class pack for only ¥29,900

Club 360’s high energy group classes include: Fit 360, boxing, kickboxing, core and cardio, outdoor bootcamp and Mo’ Fit 360, which includes a free child care service!

You can see their class schedule here and visit their main site at club360.jp or contact them at info@club360.jp.

Divya Marie Kato: 20% Discount for Spring Term Drawing Classes at Atelier Kato Tokyo

Foundation Drawing Course for FEW Members Details: https://www.divyamariekato.com/

Elana Jade: All FEW members receive 10% off full-priced treatments!

March Specials at Elana Jade Organic Beauty Salon:

• Shellac Manicure and Pedicure for only ¥10,000
• Anti-age Facial for only ¥13,000 (save ¥3,000)

Please let the staff know that you are a FEW member when making an appointment. Conditions apply.

Mom in Balance: Special Offer for FEW members: 20% off on new registrations!

You want to start working out, but you are not sure where, when, how!? Mom in Balance Tokyo got you covered with challenging workouts that are at the same time adpated for all fitness levels. Plus you get to meet like-minded women! Currently you can find us in 7 different locations in Tokyo and Yokohama, including Saturday mornings in Yoyogi Park and Monday evenings in Hitotsugi Park in Akasaka.

Mom in Balance offers outdoor workouts for pregnant women, postnatal recovery workouts, and total body workouts for all women who want to be fit and in shape! We believe that through sports and a supporting community of positive, inspiring and like-minded women, you are able to build a strong, energetic life foundation.

Sounds good!? Register through for your free trial workout using the code FEWFREE.

See you at Mom In Balance Tokyo!

March News from our Sponsors and Members

TopTia: Join us for our 2nd Ladies Weekend Photo Retreat

What: TopTia Photography is once again partnering with Transformations with Jayne Nakata for our second photo retreat!

Six to eight ladies can come together with cameras -or smartphones- of their choice. We’ll spend a two day, one night retreat in the relaxing town of Iwaki, Fukushima to learn photography tips such as:

• Knowing your camera
• Knowing your smartphone’s portrait mode
• Taking better photos of your children & friends
• Taking better photos of delicious dishes at restaurants

They also want to make this retreat a relaxing one and will be staying the night at the Ryokan Koito enjoying a delicious dinner, hot spring baths, kimono portrait sessions and, of course, wine!

When: Jayne and Tia hope to see you this April 6 and 7th!

Where: The starting point will be the warm outdoor foot baths area outside Yumoto Station. (https://goo.gl/maps/3Gxqb3bzquo)

Cost: 45,000 yen+ tax (48,600 yen)

For more information: email tia@toptia.com and you can check out some of TopTia’s latest work via the link:
toptiaphotography.pixieset.com/toptiaphotographyreel/

The Village Mind: The Breakthrough Diet, a 12-Week 1-1 Coaching Program

Are you struggling to find work-life balance? Do you need to make health and wellness a priority in your daily life? Would you like to transform the burnout of building a business into your best, most badass boss-style life?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, the Breakthrough Diet 12-week 1-1 coaching program is perfect for you, and I can help coach you through every step of the way!

I’m Alexandra – a holistic health practitioner and expert in mindful wellness. Connect with me at alexandra@thevillagemind.com when you’re ready for your breakthrough!

Sarah Furuya: Let’s talk relationships!

We all live and work in relationship with others and in relationship systems. Understanding the dynamics of how you work within your relationships and relationship systems is fundamental to a great experience and in improving relationships.

“Everybody is right, only partially”. This is sometimes a bitter pill to swallow.

Think about the politician you dislike the most. The friend who you just don’t agree with. The family member who is JUST WRONG. Contemplate on the idea that they are right, partially. And so are you. It’s a tricky one isn’t it?

Sarah invites you to go into inquiry about where these people are right. A bit. Where’s the 2% truth in what they have to say? Do it on your most disliked figure. This is coaching in action. Questioning our beliefs. Questioning our perceptions. Questioning our absolutes. It’s confronting. But going into inquiry can be incredibly rewarding. Coaching is work. Thinking differently is fun but always brings up our ahem, ’stuff’.

In the spring, Sarah will be opening up a limited number of group or pair coaching spaces. If you are interested – get in touch at info@sarahfuruya.com to hear more about Spring workshops and tasters.

Interested in trying coaching? Free 30-minute sessions are open – have a taster!

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Inspired by the entrepreneurial spirit of FEW, Pilates-Me was founded on the philosophy of fitness, innovation and community. The founder Cecilia Zhang saw an opportunity to bring cutting edge proprietary global techniques in Barre, Pilates & Piloxing to Tokyo, and help busy women to stay active, look sculpted and feel strong.

Pilates-Me offers group and private classes in Azabujuban and Akasaka studio locations. Their mission is to provide effective, fun workouts specifically targeted for female bodies so you can feel empowered and informed in your journey to wellness! Cecilia will also provide her special tips on health, wellness and beauty via the bi-weekly newsletter to members.

What would be your number one recommendation for people who want to start their own business?

Have the ‘end goal’ in mind before you start – make sure you understand the key objectives you want to achieve, whether it’s financial or personal.

What are the 3 essentials for running a business in your opinion?

• Discipline – doing the things you don’t like doing
• Time management – allocate time according to priorities defined by business objectives
• Emotional energy – spend downtime to recharge, re-group and reflect on your progress celebrating the small wins!

Stay hungry and never accept failure as a permanent state, but as a stepping stone to success.

Cecilia Zhang, Founder of Pilates-Me

Who inspired you on your journey?

Alex Morrow and Victoria Close from FEW’s Start-up Club. They gave me encourage, advice, and a brought a community of female entrepreneurs together to share the ups and downs of the journey.

What is your favorite quote or story when it comes to business?

“I’m convinced that about half of what separates the successful entrepreneurs from the non-successful ones is pure perseverance.”  – Steve Jobs, Co-Founder and CEO, Apple

What are your top resources when it comes to running your business on an everyday basis?

Have a good accountant  – this is really important! Find also a good coach, build peer networks and seek mentors from various industries to challenge and broaden your views.

What is your main focus for the next year?

Accelerating the growth of the business, continuing to build our client base, refining the product offerings and actively look for partnership opportunities.

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February Offers from our Sponsors

Blu Jam Café: Love is in the air and FEW members get 20% OFF their entire meal!!

Blu Jam Cafe Daikanyama will be offering a few specials during the month of February. Please come in and give them a try and let them know what you think.

February specials:

• A house-made cream soda made to order! It is topped with house-made fresh whipped cream and a cherry on top. Perfect for sharing so don’t be shy to ask for two straws and spoons.
• For a more filling dessert they have a brownie strawberry cheesecake parfait. An original Blu Jam Cafe recipe, comes served in a martini glass! Take a bite of brownie, strawberries, jam, and a sweet cream cheese filling. Satisfy that chocolate craving, instantly!
• The other location in Azabu-juban is also planning on mixing some fancy cocktails for the occasion. Come on in and ask the bartenders what they have whipped up!

Club 360: FEW members get their first class for FREE!

Club 360’s high energy group classes include: Fit 360, boxing, kickboxing, core and cardio, outdoor bootcamp and Mo’ Fit 360, which includes a free child care service!

Divya Marie Kato: 20% Discount for Spring Term Drawing Classes at Atelier Kato Tokyo

Foundation Drawing Course for FEW Members Details: https://www.divyamariekato.com/

eCornell: FEW members are entitled to a 30% discount when they register using the code FEW30.

Especially, take a look at their Education and Gender Equality classes like those within the Women in Leadership certificate, which will help women to effectively handle challenging and evolving situations in the workplace!

Elana Jade: This February, Elana Jade will be offering the following two specials, and remember, FEW members receive a 10% discount on all full-priced treatments!

February Specials at Elana Jade Organic Beauty Salon:

• Buy 2 Conditioning Facials for only ¥20,000
• Shellac Pedicure for only ¥5,600

Please let the staff know that you are a FEW member when making an appointment. Conditions apply.

Mom in Balance: Special Offer for FEW members: 20% off on new registrations!

Mom in Balance has created a new Evening Workout in Akasaka! Starting from February 4th Mom in Balance Tokyo will offer a workout on Monday evenings in Hitotsugi Park in Akasaka from 18:30 – 19.30.

Join Mom in Balance for a fun workout and get the perfect head start into your week! You can register for the workout through their website: https://www.mominbalance.com/japan/en/signup/ or sign in through the Mom in Balance app, if you are already a member!

Questions!? Don’t hesitate to contact them at tokyo@mominbalance.com

Pilates-Me: 20% off for all FEW members on their first Pilates-Me package.

Learn more about available packages at pilates-me.com.

February News from our Sponsors and Members

TopTia: Save the Date for a Photography Retreat

What: TopTia Photography and Transformations with Jayne are partnering up again for a 2nd Photography Retreat! This time in Iwaki! Six to eight ladies can come together with cameras – or smartphones – of their choice to learn and practice photography techniques that will help improve their:

• understanding of their camera
• understanding your smartphone’s portrait mode
• photos of your children & friends
• photos of delicious dishes at restaurants

Their photo retreat is not all about learning, it’s also about enjoying your fellow woman’s company while relaxing in the relaxing town of Iwaki. Ladies will be staying at a local ryokan, enjoy a picturesque kimono experience, do some light drawing after dinner, and relax in a nice hot spring bath. Let’s also not forget the wine!

When: Jayne and Tia hope to see you this April 6 and 7th! Save the date!

Where: The starting point will be the warm outdoor foot baths area outside Yumoto Station. (https://goo.gl/maps/3Gxqb3bzquo)

Cost: 45,000 yen (Ryokan price is included)

More info: Tia Haygood is an American founder of TopTia Photography, a Tokyo-based company that has helped over 200 Japanese and International- owned businesses in Japan. Check out some of TopTia’s latest work at toptia.com.

Sarah Furuya: March 9th Mega Clothes Swap with Sarah Furuya & Amy Hanashiro

Description: Save the Date for the 12th Mega Clothes Swap, which will be held on March 9th, 2019. Hosted by Sarah Furuya Coaching together with Amy Hanashiro & H&M.

“Waste is a resource in the wrong place.”

Pull out your wardrobe and decides what stays and what goes and swap while enjoying Amy’s hospitality that includes having a glass of wine or two (two drinks are a part of the entry of up to 100 people). There will also be an official kid’s corner and Men’s clothing corner! Please remember, this is still a women-only and lady-identifying event, but the space has been opened for masculine wear). Charity & speakers will be announced on the FB event page.

Further Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/517907395384068/

Date and Time: March 9th, 2019 2pm-5pm

Venue: Oakwood Premier Tokyo Midtown 9-7-4 Akasaka, Minato-ku

Cost: 2000 yen

Mom in Balance: Mindfully Navigating Motherhood

When: Monday, February 4th – 09.30-11.30

Where: Roppongi

What: Mom in Balance Tokyo and Jodi Harris from World Tree Coaching invite you for a collaborative morning workshop on “Mindfully Navigating Motherhood” on Monday, February 4th from 09.30-11.30. Life is incredibly hectic and it can feel like stillness only exists in a fantasy. For many of us we’ve lost the notion that we could ever catch our breath, even for a minute. But stillness may be less fleeting than you think. Stillness of the mind can come even in the most hectic of moments – in small, accessible ways throughout your day.

Join them to learn strategies on how to navigate mindful through all stages of motherhood with physical and mental exercises to take away. Coach and mindfulness teacher Jodi Harris will show you simple, practical ways to find stillness no matter where life takes you, while Julie Mangen and Tanja Kinnen from Mom in Balance Tokyo will explain about the benefits of incorporating a workout routine in your daily life.

Registration is mandatory to secure your spot for this workshop!

Cost: 2500 yen

Further Info for Registration: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdBlpvvkvQeBZ499t6_nUUjFHZ2wsE0W-g30lKar56lrikK5Q/viewform

Further Info About Hosts:

• Jodi Harris is a mother of 3 third culture kids, wife of a US diplomat, certified coach, Personal Leadership senior facilitator, mindfulness teacher, and writer. She has over 15 years of experience working with individuals living outside of their home cultures and prior to moving overseas practiced as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
• Mom in Balance Tokyo offers outdoor workouts for pregnant women, postnatal recovery workouts and total body workouts for all women who want to be fit and in shape! Their mission is to support as many women and moms (to be) as possible in building a strong, energetic life foundation through their workouts and network of positive, inspiring women.

Divya Marie Kato: Refugees International Japan Fundraising Gala 2019

When: International Women’s Day March 8th 2019 6:30pm

Where: Tokyo Hilton (Shinjuku)

Description: An evening of extravagance, fun and celebration with networking opportunities, entertainment and great auction items, including a painting (that you get to be a part of!) by FEW partner, artist Divya Marie Kato. On International Women’s Day we celebrate the achievements of millions of women living in displaced communities.

Further Info: https://rij-npo.org/en/fundraising/rij-gala/

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A word that holds much meaning for so many people.

Blu Jam Cafe has called Tokyo home for two years. Chef Kamil Majer, founder of the original Los Angeles branch crafted a menu and philosophy truly fit for anyone. It adorns options not so easily found in the city – vegan, gluten-free, vegetarian, to mention a few.

Blu Jam Cafe Japan aims to bring a small slice of home to Tokyo. The Blu Jam staff culture is always warm and they are often connecting with guests as if they’ve known them forever. Casual, friendly, and inviting; Blu Jam Cafe Japan brings a touch of West Coast to Daikanyama.

As we jump into the new year, we wanted to hear from Blu Jam Cafe on their success – establishing not only a fabulous customer base in Japan but also creating a wonderful atmosphere for their employees – and in such a short time!

What would be your number one recommendation for people who want to start their own business?

In starting a business, we feel it is paramount to understand and immerse ourselves in the community at large.

What are the 3 essentials for running a business in your opinion?

I would say the three essentials are…

• Networking
• Building partnerships
• Being open for new opportunities

Keeping the lights on means getting to know people. Networking and business go hand-in-hand, and in two years we’ve formed partnerships with several organizations as a venue for events and gatherings. Tokyo is home to 9.2 million people and everyone you meet can potentially open paths to different opportunities.

What are your top resources when it comes to running your business on an everyday basis?

Perhaps the most indispensable resource we have at Blu Jam Cafe is our staff. People that love what they do show it in their work, through their work. From our chefs, servers to our managers, we do our best to share our piece of home with everyone who walks through our doors.

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January Offers from our Sponsors

Blu Jam Cafe: For only the month of January, all food items on the health and fitness section of our menu will be 100 yen off!!

• Happy New Year from the Blu Jam Cafe Japan family! To kick off the new year the BJCJ family have agreed we want our New Year’s resolution to be based around good health and getting fit!
• We know it might be a little hard to start the fitness journey so we want to help out others who have similar goals! For only the month of January, all food items on the health and fitness section of our menu will be 100 yen off!!
• This special will run from both locations, Daikanyama and Azabu-Juban! Please stop by during the month of January and get healthy with us!

Divya Marie Kato: 20% Discount For FEW Members for the Basic Drawing Course

• In-person at Atelier Kato Yoyogi or Online
• Find more information at www.divyamariekato.com

Sarah Furuya Coaching: FEW Members Early Bird Special discount of ¥56,000 off standard price of February is the new January Programme

• Why not kick off 2019 by investing in YOU! February is the new January Programme is heading into its 3rd amazing year. You and me. Let’s reset the year, walk through the year together, and step over the threshold of the following year with a year of coaching work and inquiry driving you. Imagine investing in yourself now and this time next year being clear, confident and motivated and STILL having another month of coaching support for your New Year Goals. YES!
• The Programme includes:
  • 12 hours of coaching sessions
  • Membership to Secret Kindred Spirits Facebook Group for FNJ19
  • Invitation to Tokyo Kindred Spirits Party
  • Monthly motivation, check-ins, and accountability
  • Pairings – If I see a pairing that could be supportive around your coaching
  • Monthly video-audio calls to support content
  • 3 hours with my admin assistant Laura who can help you with anything admin related you have going on in your life or business.
  • Little gifts and surprises along the way & MORE!
• Book a 30 minute Discovery Session NOW to see how we can help you enrich your year, do what you say you want to do and release your inner champion! Sign up here.
  
• Get in touch at info@sarahfuruya.com to find out details – even if you are just a little interested!
• EARLY BIRD SPECIAL – ¥380,000
• FEW MEMBERS Early Bird special – sign up and pay before January 21st to receive full FEW discount – ¥344,000

January News from our Sponsors and Members

Hotel & Residence Roppongi: Notice of construction & Hotel and Restaurant Updates

• Construction – Noise and odor will be expected during the construction.
  • When: January 4th (Fri) – January 11th (Fri）
  • What: Elevator
  • Where: H&R Roppongi 1-11-6 Nishiazabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo
• Hotel and Restaurant information – Staff will stay at the front desk during these days for 24 hours
  • Roppongi Hotel S
    • Close at 4th of January (Check out)- Start from 12th of January(Check in)
  • Restaurant COCONOMA Season Dining
    • Close at 4th of January (Breakfast)- Start from 12th of January(Dinner)
• If you have any questions and concerns, please contact us by email at info@hr-roppongi.jp or by phone at 03-5771-2475.

WELL (Women Educating, Learning and Leading) Conference/Retreat 2019: Empowering Women Through Creativity

• The women of WELL are women in Japan (both Japanese and non-Japanese) who are interested in issues related to education, social progress, personal development and more.
• This year, the once-a-year conference and retreat will focus on the ways we can develop and use our creative powers to improve our lives and the world around us. This theme can be interpreted in a myriad of ways: from visual arts, drama, dance, music, poetry and story telling to creative thinking and problem solving, and the use of creativity in the classroom.
• Rather than keynote lectures from invited speakers, the conference will have many workshops on both days and a special participatory event on Saturday afternoon.
  • Date: February 8-10 2019
  • Location: National Women’s Education Center (NWEC) Saitama
    
  • For more information about the conference and retreat, including prices and speakers, visit https://www.welljapan.org/register-for-well-2019.html
    

A Place to Grow: A Place to Grow Presents Their Santa Soul Train Impact Event to Tokyo

• A Place To Grow is an organization that aims to break away from the short term disaster relief NGOs we see in Japan today and create a more lasting and socially driven effort to rebuild communities.
• Fellow FEW member Angela Ortiz and her team of volunteers committed to spreading positivity to those impacted by the devastation of the March 11th earthquake have just completed their most recent Santa Soul Train celebration mid-December 2018.
• Having been a strong presence in the Minami Sanriku Community in Fukushima since 2011, the PTG team will follow up the annual Christmas event with their annual Impact Report event where members invested or interested in the organization and cause can experience some of the activities the Minami Sanriku community enjoyed during the Christmas celebration, get the report on the success of the event, as well as network with other community partners.!
  • Date: Saturday, January 26, 2019
  • Time: 1:30 PM – 4 PM
  • Location: Oakwood Premier Tokyo Midtown
  • To learn more and RSVP, visit their Facebook event!

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