• Jarrod Hoare • ジャロ

    Bilingual Storyteller. Cross-Cultural Liaison. Children's Author.

    バイリンガルストーリーテラー。異文化間伝達。子供の作家。

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    JARROD HOARE

    Bilingual Aussie Bloke. 🇦🇺🇯🇵 Liaison.
    野球、ワイルドライフと美味い物が大好きなオージー男! ⚾️🦘🍷🥩

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    Jarrod Hoare

    Bilingual Storyteller. Cross-Cultural Liaison.

    バイリンガルストーリーテラー。異文化間伝達。

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    Jarrod Hoare ジャロ

    Bilingual Storyteller. Cross-Cultural Liaison. Author.

    バイリンガルストーリーテラー。異文化間伝達。子供の作家。

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  • Love a good laugh!

    『笑う門には福来る』

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    Bilingual Storyteller

    Kyōgen and Rakugo specialist

    Offering tailored interactive performances and workshops to suit the needs of schools, festivals and corporate audiences.

    MORE INFO

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    Bilingual Guide & Cultural Liaison

    Cross-Cultural Liaison

    Offering world-class tour guiding and cultural liaison services around Australia, Japan and beyond. Unrivalled experience with Children and Family Groups.

    BOOK JARROD

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    Bilingual Speaker and Presenter

    Bilingual MC & Keynotes

    Offering engaging, inspirational and high-energy keynote speeches! Available for schools, festivals and corporate events.

    BOOK JARROD

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    Children's Author

    Bilingual Children's Books

    COMING SOON..!

    ENQUIRE

  • 『笑う門には福来る』

    ”Good fortune and happiness come to those who smile and laugh!”

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    JARROD HOARE - Performing Artist

    Specialising in traditional Japanese arts of Kyōgen (comic theatre) and Rakugo (comic storytelling)

    Jarrod was the proud recipient of the Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ Japan Travel Fund, thanks to Arts South Australia.

    In Japan, he had the honour of training under Kyōgen legend, Mr Senzaburo Shigeyama in Kyoto and Rakugo masters, Mr Katsura Asakichi and Mr Katsura Kaishi in Osaka.

    Majoring in Japanese language at Griffith University, and having lived in Japan for several years, Jarrod is a confident communicator in Japanese, with a distinct Kansai accent!

    His deep understanding of Japanese culture, along with his fluent Japanese language abilities, allow Jarrod to perform effortlessly in both Japanese and English.

    Throughout Australia, Japan and beyond, Jarrod tailors interactive performances and workshops to suit the needs of schools, festivals and corporate audiences.

    He is passionate about building bridges of cultural and artistic exchange.

    Whilst respecting cultural traditions, Jarrod is excited to further explore the development of contemporary work possibilities.

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    JARROD HOARE

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    Jarrod Hoare • ジャロ

    Aussie Bloke. Storytelling Dad.

    Children's Host at Zoos SA.

    Kyōgen and Rakugo specialist.

    笑いながら、オーストラリアと日本を繋ぎます。

    子供と動物大好きな狂言と落語のスペシャリスト。

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    Jarrod Hoare • ジャロ

    A bilingual entertainer, who educates and inspires through performing arts and outdoor adventures!

    バイリンガルのエンターテイナー! パフォーマンスとアウトドアアドベンチャーで笑いとインスピレーションたっぷり!

  • Always work with children or animals!

    子供と動物メッチャ好きやねん!

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    Performing Artist

    Specialising in traditional Japanese arts of Kyōgen (comic theatre) and Rakugo (comic storytelling)

    Jarrod was the proud recipient of the Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ Japan Travel Fund, thanks to Arts South Australia.

    In Japan, he had the honour of training under Kyōgen legend, Mr Senzaburo Shigeyama in Kyoto and Rakugo masters, Mr Katsura Asakichi and Mr Katsura Kaishi in Osaka.

    Majoring in Japanese language at Griffith University, and having lived in Japan for several years, Jarrod is a confident communicator in Japanese, with a distinct Kansai accent!

    His deep understanding of Japanese culture, along with his fluent Japanese language abilities, allow Jarrod to perform effortlessly in both Japanese and English.

    Throughout Australia, Japan and beyond, Jarrod tailors interactive performances and workshops to suit the needs of students, teachers, festivals and community groups.

    He is passionate about building bridges of cultural and artistic exchange.

    Whilst respecting cultural traditions, Jarrod is excited to further explore the development of contemporary work possibilities.

  • Always work with children or animals!

    子供と動物メッチャ好きやねん!

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    Performing Artist

    Specialising in traditional Japanese arts of Kyōgen (comic theatre) and Rakugo (comic storytelling)

    Jarrod was the proud recipient of the Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ Japan Travel Fund, thanks to Arts South Australia.

    In Japan, he had the honour of training under Kyōgen legend, Mr Senzaburo Shigeyama in Kyoto and Rakugo masters, Mr Katsura Asakichi and Mr Katsura Kaishi in Osaka.

    Majoring in Japanese language at Griffith University, and having lived in Japan for several years, Jarrod is a confident communicator in Japanese, with a distinct Kansai accent!

    His deep understanding of Japanese culture, along with his fluent Japanese language abilities, allow Jarrod to perform effortlessly in both Japanese and English.

    Throughout Australia, Japan and beyond, Jarrod tailors interactive performances and workshops to suit the needs of students, teachers, festivals and community groups.

    He is passionate about building bridges of cultural and artistic exchange.

    Whilst respecting cultural traditions, Jarrod is excited to further explore the development of contemporary work possibilities.

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    Outdoor Adventure Guide

    Specialising in family-friendly experiences

    A world-class adventure guide, Jarrod leads wild journeys throughout Australia, Asia and beyond. His diverse quests have taken him to Outback deserts, ancient jungles, secluded islands and Japanese kindergartens! His adventurous roles have included Zoo Tour Host, Outdoor Instructor, Quad Bike Guide, Zip-Line Eco Guide, Night Sky Star Talker, Helicopter Tour Guide and Luxury Concierge.

     

    Jarrod loves connecting children and families with nature!

     

    Current roles include:

     

    Tour Host / Driver at Monarto Zoo

    Junior Keeper Host at Adelaide Zoo

  • Hawthorndene Primary School (SA)

    Thank you Jarrod-san for such a wonderful, fun and engaging performance for our students! It was a great way to start our special Cherry Blossom day; the students loved their first taste of Kyōgen and Rakugo! ありがとうございます!

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    ビデオ

    What is Rakugo?

    『落語って何ジャロ?』

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    COMING SOON..!

    "What is Kyōgen?" and "Why Learn Japanese?"

    『狂言って何ジャロ?』と『日本語のおかげ!』

    お楽しみに!

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    ビデオ

    What is Rakugo?

    『落語って何ジャロ?』

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    COMING SOON..!

    "Why Learn Japanese?" and "What is Kyōgen?"

    『日本語のおかげ!』と『狂言って何ジャロ?』

    お楽しみに!

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    ジャロをフォロー

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    Bilingual Storyteller

    Kyōgen and Rakugo specialist

    Offering tailored interactive performances and workshops to suit the needs of schools, festivals and corporate audiences.

    MORE INFO

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    Bilingual Guide & Cultural Liaison

    Cross-Cultural Liaison

    Offering world-class tour guiding and cultural liaison services around Australia, Japan and beyond. Unrivalled experience with Children and Family Groups.

    BOOK JARROD

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    Bilingual Speaker and Presenter

    Bilingual MC & Keynotes

    Offering engaging, inspirational and high-energy keynote speeches! Available for schools, festivals and corporate events.

    BOOK JARROD

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    Children's Author

    Bilingual Children's Books

    COMING SOON..!

    ENQUIRE

  • Section image

    Bilingual Storyteller

    Kyōgen and Rakugo specialist

    Offering tailored interactive performances and workshops to suit the needs of schools, festivals and corporate audiences.

    MORE INFO

    Section image

    Bilingual Guide & Cultural Liaison

    Cross-Cultural Liaison

    Offering world-class tour guiding and cultural liaison services around Australia, Japan and beyond. Specialist with Children and Family Groups.

    BOOK JARROD

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    Bilingual Speaker and Presenter

    Bilingual MC & Keynotes

    Offering engaging, inspirational and high-energy keynote speeches! Available for schools, festivals and corporate events.

    BOOK JARROD

  • Adelaide, Australia
  • ADELAIDE FRINGE FESTIVAL

    Children's Bilingual Comedy

    March 3 - 12

     

    MELBOURNE

    Schools Tour

    May 6 - 8

     

    JAPAN TRIP

    Osaka, Kyoto, Tokyo

    May 12 - 29

     

    MELBOURNE

    "Why Learn Japanese?" JLTAV Event

    May 31

    BOOK TICKETS

     

    QUEENSLAND

    Schools Tour

    Brisbane, Gold Coast, Toowoomba, Ipswich, Gympie

    June 17 - 29

     

    CANBERRA

    Schools Tour

    July 2 - 5

     

    QUEENSLAND

    Schools Tour

    Brisbane, Gold Coast

    July 16 - 20 (TBC)

     

    WESTERN AUSTRALIA

    Schools Tour

    Perth, Bunbury

    July 23 - 27 (TBC)

     

    TASMANIA

    Schools Tour

    Hobart, Launceston

    August 23 - 31

     

    QUEENSLAND

    Schools Tour

    Brisbane, Gold Coast

    September 10 - 14 (TBC)

     

    Currently based in Adelaide, South Australia

  • ADELAIDE FRINGE FESTIVAL

    Children's Bilingual Comedy

    March 3 - 12

     

    MELBOURNE

    Schools Tour

    May 6 - 8

     

    JAPAN TRIP

    Osaka, Kyoto, Tokyo

    May 12 - 29

     

    MELBOURNE

    "Why Learn Japanese?" JLTAV Event

    May 31

    BOOK TICKETS

     

    QUEENSLAND

    Schools Tour

    Brisbane, Gold Coast, Toowoomba, Ipswich, Gympie

    June 17 - 29

     

    CANBERRA

    Schools Tour

    July 2 - 5

     

    QUEENSLAND

    Schools Tour

    Brisbane, Gold Coast

    July 16 - 20 (TBC)

     

    WESTERN AUSTRALIA

    Schools Tour

    Perth, Bunbury

    July 23 - 27 (TBC)

     

    TASMANIA

    Schools Tour

    Hobart, Launceston

    August 23 - 31

     

    QUEENSLAND

    Schools Tour

    Brisbane, Gold Coast

    September 10 - 14 (TBC)

     

    Currently based in Adelaide, South Australia

  • ADELAIDE FRINGE FESTIVAL

    Children's Bilingual Comedy

    March 3 - 12

     

     

    MELBOURNE

    Schools Tour

    May 6 - 8

     

     

    JAPAN TRIP

    Osaka, Kyoto, Tokyo

    May 12 - 29

     

     

    MELBOURNE

    "Why Learn Japanese?" JLTAV

    Event MC and Performer

    May 31

     

     

    QUEENSLAND

    Schools Tour

    Brisbane, Gold Coast, Toowoomba, Ipswich, Gympie

    June 17 - 29

    CANBERRA and Rural NSW

    Schools Tour

    July 2 - 5

     

     

    QUEENSLAND

    Schools Tour

    Brisbane, Gold Coast

    July 16 - 20

     

     

    PERTH

    Schools Tour

    July 23 - 26

     

     

    TASMANIA

    Schools Tour

    Hobart, Launceston

    August 23 - 31

     

     

    MELBOURNE

    JLTAV Workshops

    & Schools Tour

    September 4 - 6

     

    QUEENSLAND

    Schools Tour

    Brisbane, Gold Coast

    September 10 - 14

     

     

    CANBERRA

    Schools Tour

    September 25 - 26

     

     

    QUEENSLAND

    Schools Tour

    Brisbane, Gold Coast

    October 7 - 12

     

     

    SYDNEY

    National Symposium on Japanese Language Education

    Presenter / Performer

    November 1 - 3

     

    QUEENSLAND

    JNTO EVENT
    Bilingual MC
    & Schools Tour

    Brisbane, Gold Coast

    December 4 - 5

     

    Currently based in Adelaide, South Australia

     

  • 2020 TOUR DATES

    BRISBANE KANSAI TOURISM EVENT Guest Speaker February 4

     

    SYDNEY KANSAI TOURISM EVENT Guest Speaker February 5

     

    BRISBANE/IPSWICH Schools Tour July 13 - 16 (TBC)

     

    SYDNEY Schools Tour July 27 - 30 (TBC)

     

    MORE TOURS COMING SOON..!

    ENQUIRE NOW about 2020 availability!

    Currently based in Adelaide, South Australia

     

    2019 TOUR DATES

    SYDNEY & RIVERINA REGION Schools Tour March 17 - 21

     

    BRISBANE Schools Tour March 24 - 26

     

    MELBOURNE Schools Tour March 26 - 27

     

    SYDNEY & WOLLONGONG Schools Tour April 1 - 3
     

    CANBERRA Schools Tour April 8 - 10

     

    ADELAIDE "Languages Alive!" Program School of Languages April 15 - 24

     

    ADELAIDE "Let's Talk!" - Program School of Languages April 18 - 24

     

    CENTRAL COAST & NEWCASTLE Schools Tour May 23 - June 1

     

    SYDNEY Schools Tour June 2 - 6

     

    SYDNEY Australia/Japan Corporate Event June 20 - 21

     

    GOLD COAST Schools Tour June 24 - 28

     

    ADELAIDE "Languages Alive!" Program School of Languages July 16 & 19

     

    PERTH & ALBANY Schools Tour July 24 - 30

     

    BRISBANE, GOLD COAST & SUNSHINE COAST Schools Tour August 3 - 10

     

    ADELAIDE Language Students Event August 12

     

    ADELAIDE Language Teachers Event September 2

     

    BRISBANE, GOLD COAST & TOWNSVILLE Schools Tour September 8 - 13

     

    MELBOURNE Schools Tour September 15 - 16

     

    BRISBANE Schools Tour September 17 - 19

     

    MELBOURNE/BENALLA Schools Tour October 21 - 25

     

    BYRON BAY & BALLINA Schools Tour December 9 - 11

     

    2018 TOUR DATES

    ADELAIDE FRINGE FESTIVAL Children's Bilingual Comedy March 3 - 12

     

    MELBOURNE Schools Tour May 6 - 8

     

    JAPAN TRIP Osaka, Kyoto, Tokyo May 12 - 29

     

    MELBOURNE "Why Learn Japanese?" JLTAV Event MC and Performer May 31

     

    QLD Schools Tour Brisbane, Gold Coast, Toowoomba, Ipswich, Gympie June 17 - 29

     

    CANBERRA and Rural NSW Schools Tour July 2 - 5

     

    QUEENSLAND Schools Tour Brisbane, Gold Coast July 16 - 20

     

    PERTH Schools Tour July 23 - 26

     

    TASMANIA Schools Tour Hobart, Launceston August 23 - 31

     

    MELBOURNE JLTAV Workshops & Schools Tour September 4 - 6

     

    QUEENSLAND Schools Tour Brisbane, Gold Coast September 10 - 14

     

    CANBERRA Schools Tour September 25 - 26

     

    QUEENSLAND Schools Tour Brisbane, Gold Coast October 7 - 12

     

    SYDNEY NSJLE Presenter / Performer November 1 - 3

     

    QLD JNTO EVENT Bilingual MC & Schools Tour Brisbane, Gold Coast December 4 - 5

     

  • ADELAIDE FRINGE FESTIVAL

    Children's Bilingual Comedy

    March 3 - 12

     

     

    MELBOURNE

    Schools Tour

    May 6 - 8

     

     

    JAPAN TRIP

    Osaka, Kyoto, Tokyo

    May 12 - 29

     

     

    MELBOURNE

    "Why Learn Japanese?" JLTAV

    Event MC and Performer

    May 31

     

     

    QUEENSLAND

    Schools Tour

    Brisbane, Gold Coast, Toowoomba, Ipswich, Gympie

    June 17 - 29

    CANBERRA and Rural NSW

    Schools Tour

    July 2 - 5

     

     

    QUEENSLAND

    Schools Tour

    Brisbane, Gold Coast

    July 16 - 20

     

     

    PERTH

    Schools Tour

    July 23 - 26

     

     

    TASMANIA

    Schools Tour

    Hobart, Launceston

    August 23 - 31

     

     

    MELBOURNE

    JLTAV Workshops

    & Schools Tour

    September 4 - 6

     

    QUEENSLAND

    Schools Tour

    Brisbane, Gold Coast

    September 10 - 14

     

     

    CANBERRA

    Schools Tour

    September 25 - 26

     

     

    QUEENSLAND

    Schools Tour

    Brisbane, Gold Coast

    October 7 - 12

     

     

    SYDNEY

    National Symposium on Japanese Language Education

    Presenter / Performer

    November 1 - 3

     

    QUEENSLAND

    JNTO EVENT
    Bilingual MC
    & Schools Tour

    Brisbane, Gold Coast

    December 4 - 5

     

    Currently based in Adelaide, South Australia

     

  • Videos

    ビデオ

    What is Rakugo?

    『落語って何ジャロ?』

    "What is Kyōgen?"

    『狂言って何ジャロ?』

    "Why Learn Japanese?"

    『日本語のおかげ!』

  • What is Rakugo?

    『落語って何ジャロ?』

    "What is Kyōgen?"

    『狂言って何ジャロ?』

    "Why Learn Japanese?"

    『日本語のおかげ!』