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Japanese isekai fantasy coming to Seattle stages, with surprise special guests

Isekai is a Japanese word that translates in English to “different world” or “other world.”  More broadly, the word isekai has come to signify an entire genre of Japanese fantasy or science fiction, in which the main character finds him or herself in an entirely different world, either by teleportation or reincarnation.    Early traces of the isekai genre hail back to […] The post Japanese isekai fantasy coming to Seattle stages, with surprise special guests appeared first on International Examiner.

On the Fence Line: Prison keeps families apart by making it more expensive to stay connected

Exuberant gas prices and increased costs of living are one reason why families who are already struggling to make ends meet—while also caring for an incarcerated loved one—increasingly have to reduce the number of prison visits to their loved ones.   As our community is having to navigate extremely tough economic obstacles due to decisions that have been made above our […] The post On the Fence Line: Prison keeps families apart by making it more expensive to stay connected appeared first on International Examiner.

Intergenerational learning ignites minds, hearts and good health for our community

Little boots trod along the pavement. It’s one of those soggy Seattle spring days. The preschool-aged children walk in two formations resembling lines. They step through the sliding glass doors and look around. “We’re going on an adventure, and we are here!” exclaims a little voice. The boy, about three, has just walked into the […] The post Intergenerational learning ignites minds, hearts and good health for our community appeared first on International Examiner.

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2026 Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month is here!

Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month is here! This is a time of celebration and reflection on the vibrancy and rich history of our communities.  Organizers have worked hard to plan and prepare for a busy May with lots of different opportunities to celebrate. From a literary festival with book readings and […] The post 2026 Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month is here! appeared first on International Examiner.

May Arts Calendar 2026

Visual Arts Gallery No. 85 is a new Pioneer Square gallery dedicated to contemporary printmaking and works on paper by local and international artists. It builds upon the legacy established by Davidson Galleries. Now showing is “Moving As One” by Tetsuo Aoki on view from May 7 – May 30th, 2026. 85 Yesler Way. 206-482-4957 or [email protected].   JG Art Gallery presents “Material […] The post May Arts Calendar 2026 appeared first on International Examiner.