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      KARUTA, 
      one of the Japanese winter games.  
      January 27 / 2003    
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              The               
              Japanese classes offered by TIFA are organized with the help of               
              the coordinator of international relations (CIR), the board of              
              education, and volunteer members.                 
               
                The classes are held on Tuesdays  from 15:00-16:30, at               
              a classroom in JAIST.                 
               
                At the lessons, not only do students learn Japanese, they               
              also are introduced to Japanese culture (such as seasonal               
              festivals).  There are  special events and activities for               
              students.   
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