Lecture: Japanese Family Names
【8月16日（日）】善行雑学大学 講座「日本人の苗字」
A lecture titled “Japanese Family Names” will be held on August 16 (Sunday) from 14:00 to 16:00, with reception opening at 13:30, at 善行市民センター (善行公民館). The talk will cover the origins and historical development of Japanese surnames, noting that surnames have existed since ancient times and that 佐藤 is currently the most common. Capacity is 100 people and registration opens on 8/10. Admission is 500 yen for the general public and free for members; inquiries to 090（7251）3232, contact 片岡.