FUNDRAISING GALA - AUCTION PRIZE LIST

NNMHC “Casino Royale” Silent Auction Prize List – as of October 20th, 2009 (event on October 23)

Donors listed in parentheses.

* More prizes will be added daily! *

Early Bird Wall closes at 7:00pm

(1) Decorative Pot for Plants (Dennis & Marion Shikaze) Indoor White Wash Pottery Pot (with collar) Retail value$140; Opening bid $80

(2) Tonari Gumi Gourmet Food Basket (Tonari Gumi) A perfect gift for anyone who loves to cook!  Retail value $100; Opening bid $50

(3) Healthy Gift Basket (Sardis Health Foods) Eat healthy and live longer!  This basket has all the ingredients and necessities to keep you feeling terrific!!  Retail Value: $75; Opening bid $35

(4) Two Tickets to “After the Quake” Theatre Production (Pi Theatre / Rumble Productions) Enjoy 2 tickets to “After the Quake”, based on “Honey Pie” and ‘Superfrog Saves Tokyo” from the novel after the quake by Haruki Murakami.  Retail value $50; Opening bid $20

(5) Shiatsu Massaging Cushion (Ken Yada) Feeling tired & have a sore back?  Use this comfy cushioned seat and you’ll feel like new!   Retail value $75; Opening bid $35

(6) Skylight Images: Family Portrait Session (Skylight Images) Makes a perfect Christmas Gift!  Enjoy a photo session with one of Vancouver’s Top High-End Photographers!  Retail value $350; Opening bid $200

(7) Scrabble Deluxe Edition (Bob & Jane Nimi) Love to play scrabble?  Enjoy this collectors edition gift set!  Retail value $100; Opening bid $50

(8) Wild Bird Ornament Set (Tad Yesaki) These beautiful handmade birds (Black Capped Chickadee and Golden Crowned Kinglet) will add that special touch on your Christmas tree!  Retail value $150; Opening bid $75

(9) Vancouver Maritime Museum Gift Package (Vancouver Maritime Museum) Enjoy a Family Day Pass to tour the Vancouver Maritime Museum, as well as a signed copy of the WATERFRONT book written by James P. Delgado.  Retail value $75; Opening bid $35

(10) Vancouver Canucks Hockey Tickets. (David Makihara & Anita Gartner) Canucks vs Colorado Avalanche on Sunday, November 1st, 2009 at 7:00pm.  Retail value $240; Opening bid $150

(11) Asahi Baseball Gift Set (Japanese Canadian National Museum) Includes all memorabilia items from the past Asahi Exhibit.  Retail value: $52; Opening bid $25

(12) Wild Bird Framed Print – TUNDRA SWAN (Japanese Canadian National Museum & George C. Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary)  Photo taken at the George C. Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary in Delta BC.  (December 1991) The lucky winner will also receive a family membership to the George C. Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary and a signed copy of the beautiful Wild Birds catalogue.  Retail value $360; Opening bid $150

(13) Vancouver Canucks Duffle Bag & Fleece Blanket (Sam Yamamoto) Keep these handy items in your car!  The Fleece Blanket is perfect for those cold nights & the duffle bag works great as a workout bag!  Retail value $75; Opening bid $35

(14) Sarah McLachlan Gift Set (Fred Yada) Autographed framed print and CD from Grammy and Juno awarded singer/songwriter.  Retail value $320; Opening bid $150

(15) Framed Art Piece (Ron Sombilon Gallery) Hawaii Blue, by Ron Sombilon.
Retail value $200; Opening bid $100

(16) Katari Taiko 30th Anniversary Concert Tickets (Katari Taiko). Help celebrate the 30th anniversary of the first taiko group in Canada, Katari Taiko! Two tickets to the concert on Sunday, November 1 at 2pm at Vancouver East Cultural Centre. Retail value: $45; Opening bid $20.

(17) Datrek Golf Bag (Anonymous). Organize your clubs in this fabulous golf bag! Retail value: $75; Opening bid $40.

(17A) Wisteria Potted Plant (Kato Nursery Ltd) Retail value $50; Opening bid $25.

(17B) Camellia Potted Plant (Kato Nursery Ltd) Retail value $30; Opening bid $15

(17C) Acer Pamlatum Bloodgood Potted Plant (Kato Nursery Ltd) Retail value $40; Opening bid $20.

(17D) Japanese Persimmon Potted Plant (Kato Nursery Ltd) Retail value $120; Opening bid $60.

(17E) Japanese Asian Pear Potted Plant (Kato Nursery Ltd) Retail value $100; Opening bid $50.

MGM Wall Closes at 8:55pm

(18)  Sanyo 1.1 cu ft Stainless Steel Microwave Oven (Kevin Banno & Donna Giraud).  A must-have for any modern kitchen! Retail value: $125; Opening bid $70.

(19) Framed Photograph (Douglas Beasley) Tori Gate at Miyajima Japan, by Douglas Beasley. Retail value $250; Opening bid $125

(20) Spa Utopia Gift Basket (Bob & Jane Nimi) Get pampered at any of their 3 great locations!  Retail value $150; Opening bid $75

(21) Children’s Museum Basket (Japanese Canadian National Museum) This gift basket will make a great Christmas gift!  Basket includes 3 childrens books, a purse, 3 packs of origami paper, 5 sets of stickers, 3 magnets, 2 pins and a Asahi t-shirt!  Retail value $100; Opening bid $50

(22) Handmade Jewellery Gift Set (Jinky Chan Nakamoto) The perfect gift for the true jewellery lover!  Retail value $200; Opening bid $75

(23) Fetch Basket (Bob & Jane Nimi) Spoil your favourite pup with a basket full of delights!  Includes food and water bowl, pet bed and pet blanket!  Retail value $100; Opening bid $50

(24) Tea Lovers Gift Basket (Sam Yamamoto) Enjoy the different varieties of Tazo Tea!
Retail value $75; Opening bid $35

(25) Taiken Tour (Japanese Canadian National Museum) Explore the history of Japanese Canadian internment and redress through a private tour for 4 adults in the Japanese Canadian National Museum.  The tour includes a film viewing and a chance to handle some historic artefacts.
Retail value $100; Opening bid $50

(26) Wild Bird Framed Print – TRUMPETER SWANS (Japanese Canadian National Museum & George C. Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary) Photo taken in Brackendale BC (January 1999) The lucky winner will also receive a family membership to the George C. Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary and a signed copy of the beautiful Wild Birds catalogue.  Retail value $660; Opening bid $300

(27) Decorative Pot for Plants (Dennis & Marion Shikaze) Indoor Black Large Mouth Pottery Pot.  Retail value $160; Opening bid $80

(28) Vancouver Canucks Cooler & Assorted Selection of Beer (Sam Yamamoto) Carry this great cooler everywhere in the summer!  You can even personalize it, and yes, beer is included!!)
Retail value $100; Opening bid $50

(29) Assortment of Handmade Cards (Harumi Suzuki) Enjoy this assortment of 50 handmade cards, great for all occasions!   Retail value $200; Opening bid $75

(30) New Chevy Equinox – Weekend Lease! (Carter GM North Shore)   Drive a new car for the weekend!  Have the use of a new 2010 Chevy Equinox from Friday – Monday (dates TBD and must be authorized by Carter GM North Shore) Retail value $300; Opening bid $150

(31) Salmon Village Gift Basket (Akiko Gomyo). Enjoy various salmon delicacies. Retail value: $100; Opening bid $50.

(32) Framed Artwork Print by Ted Colyer (Ted Colyer)  “Irori”
Retail value $800; Opening bid $450

(33) Skylight Images: Family Portrait Session (Skylight Images) Makes a perfect Christmas Gift!  Enjoy a great photo session! Retail value $350; Opening bid $200

(34) Vancouver Canucks Hockey Tickets (Fred Yada). Canucks vs Chicago Blackhawks on Sunday, November 22, 2009, 7pm. Retail value: $240; Opening bid $150.

(34A) Dunlop Rebel Stand Golf Bag and Greg Norman Golf Shirt (Derral Moriyama). Retail value $150; Opening bid $80.

MONTE CARLO Wall closes at 8:55pm

(35) Family Games Basket! (Bob & Jane Nimi) Enjoy this selection of family games including Cranium, Yahtzee and Monopoly!  Retail value $125; Opening bid $65

(36) Cocktail Basket (Sam Yamamoto) What’ll it be?  Have a blast playing “Partini” at your next gathering with friends!  Concoct a few perfect cocktails with your new stainless steel martini shaker!  Retail value $75; Opening bid $35

(37) Peepers Optical Gift Certificate (Jan Whiteside) Treat yourself to a new pair of trendy eyeglasses. Retail value $300; Opening bid $200

(38) Whale Watching Tickets (Jamie’s Whaling Station) Enjoy a 2-3 hour whale watching tour aboard the 65’ vessel in beautiful Tofino, British Columbia!!  Retail value $215; Opening bid $100

(39) Powell Street Walking Tour (Japanese Canadian National Museum) Enjoy your own private tour of the historic Japantown District, presented by a knowledgeable museum guide.  Available in Japanese or English for a group of 4 adults.  Retail value: $100; Opening bid $50

(40) First Nation Ceremonial Mask (John Henderson) Carved by John Henderson of the renowned Henderson family of artists from Campbell River.  Retail value $2000; Opening bid $800

(41) Vancouver Symphony Tickets (Vancouver Symphony Orchestra) Enjoy 2 tickets in the best available seating for any concert in the 2009/2010 season!  Retail value $155; Opening bid $90

(42) Chocolate Lovers Gift Package (Sam Yamamoto) Chocolate is the cure for everything! Retail value $75; Opening bid $35

(43) Everything Okanagan Gift Set! (Bob & Jane Nimi) These five (5) bottles come directly to you from celebrated vineyards in the Okanagan Valley!  Retail value $150; Opening bid $85

(44) Framed Artwork Print by Ted Colyer (Ted Colyer)  “In the Afternoon”. Retail value $950; Opening bid $500

(45) Wild Bird Framed Print – BUFFLEHEAD (Japanese Canadian National Museum & George C. Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary) Photo taken at the George C. Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary in Delta BC.  (April 2006) The lucky winner will also receive a family membership to the George C. Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary and a signed copy of the beautiful Wild Birds catalogue. Retail value $360; Opening bid $150

(46) Framed Print (Norman Takeuchi) Small Kimono (picnic) by Norman Takeuchi
Retail value $300; Opening bid $150

(47)  Fujiya Gift Certificate (Shigeru & Akemi Hirai). Perfect for all your Japanese food cravings! Retail value: $250; Opening bid $150.

(48) Vancouver Canucks Hockey Tickets with Parking Pass at GM Place (Davis LLP).** Premium Game! ** Canucks vs New York Rangers on Tuesday, November 3, 2009, 7pm. Retail value: $350; Opening bid $200.

(49) 2010 Olympic Memorabilia Gift Set (Sam Yamamoto) This will definitely be a collectors item! Retail value $200; Opening bid $100

(49A) Finer Things in Life (Bob Nimi). Enjoy a bottle of fine port, deluxe Lindt chocolates, and Guantanamera cigars. Retail value $100; Opening bid $50.

Live Auction starts at 9:00pm
PLEASE REFER TO LIVE AUCTION LIST IN YOUR PROGRAM BOOKLET.

BELLAGIO Wall closes at 9:25pm

(50) Peepers Optical Gift Certificate (Jan Whiteside) Treat yourself to a trendy new pair of eyeglasses. Retail value $300; Opening bid $150

(51) Watercolour Painting (Isao Ito) Ohara in Kyoto by Isao Ito Retail value $400; Opening bid $200

(52) Treat your Tresses Hair Package (Harumi Suzuki) Enjoy hair products from ALTERNA! Retail value: $50; Opening bid $20

(53) Nintendo DS Game System (Bob & Jane Nimi) This handheld video game system allows you to shAre games, chat or even play multiplayer games!  Retail value $150; Opening bid $75

(54) Surface Collective Gift Certificates (Surface Collective) The newest trend in interior décor – temporary art to jazz up your walls!  Choose from their extensive selection online. Retail value: $120; Opening bid $60

(55) Wild Bird Framed Print – MALLARD DUCKLING (Japanese Canadian National Museum & George C. Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary) Photo taken at Fresh Water Pond in Jericho Beach, Vancouver BC.  (May 2007) The lucky winner will also receive a family membership to the George C. Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary and a signed copy of the beautiful Wild Birds catalogue.  Retail value $660; Opening bid $300

(56) Basket of 50 Assorted Handmade Christmas Cards (Harumi Suzuki) Your friends and family will LOVE these beautiful cards!  Retail value $250; Opening bid $120

(57) Seafood Gift Basket (Dan Nomura) Great gift idea for any seafood lover!
Retail value $100; Opening bid $50

(58) Vancouver Canucks Hockey Tickets (Seaward Construction) Canucks vs Columbus Bluejackets on Tuesday, January 5th, 2010 at 7:00pm Retail value $213; Opening bid $125

(59) 10 Double Bill Pass to Pacific Cinematheque (Pacific Cinematheque) Have your pick of any 10 films showing at one of the best independent and foreign film theatres in Vancouver!
Retail value $88; Opening bid $40

(60) Picnic in Luxury (Harumi Suzuki) Picnic in luxury while you enjoy this picnic totebag and 2 bottles of champagne! Retail value $80; Opening bid $40

(61) Men’s Mercedes Benz Wristwatch & Roller Ball Pen (Andrew Yuen). Stylish contemporary watch with leather strap, and sleek silver pen.  Retail value: $280; Opening bid $150.

(62) Deluxe Wii Package (Bob & Jane Nimi) It doesn’t get better than this!!  This gift package includes Wii Game System, Wii Fit, Wii Yoga & the Rock Band Guitar!
Retail value $450; Opening bid $300

(63) Dora Childrens Bike (Sam Yamamoto) This bike is on every little girls Christmas wishlist!
Retail value $75; Opening bid $35

(64) Family History Consultation (Japanese Canadian National Museum) Have you ever wanted to delve further into your family history?  Enjoy a private, one-hour session with Linda Reid, the Assistant Archivist at the Japanese Canadian National Museum and an experienced genealogist.  Learn about the importance of koseki, gravesite information and family albums for Japanese family histories.  Suitable for beginners, or more experienced researchers.
Retail value $100; Opening bid $50

(65) Fujiya Gift Certificate (Shigeru & Akemi Hirai). Perfect for all your Japanese food cravings! Retail value: $250; Opening bid $150.

(66) Framed Artwork Print By Ted Colyer (Ted Colyer) “Jinrikisha”. Retail value $800; Opening bid $450

(67) Private Tour Behind the Scenes (Japanese Canadian National Museum)
Have you ever wondered what happens behind the scenes in the museum?  Spend an hour with Beth Carter, Director-Curator of the Japanese Canadian National Museum.  Hear about our exciting plans for the future and get up close and personal with some powerful historic objects.
Retail value $100; Opening bid $50

(68) Vancouver Canucks Hockey Tickets (David Makihara & Anita Gartner) Canucks vs San Jose Sharks on Sunday, November 29th, 2010 at 7:00pm Retail value $240; Opening bid $150

(68A) Thomas Haas Ultimate Chocolates (Thomas and Lisa Haas). Retail value $125; Opening bid $75.

(68B) Krug Grand Cuvee Champagne 750 ml (Avalon Tagami). Enjoy this timeless signature champagne – a sensational taste experience. Retail value $255; Opening bid $150.

CAESARS PALACE Wall closes at 9:25pm

(69) Vancouver Opera Tickets (Vancouver Opera) For all you Opera Lovers – this one’s for you!  2 tickets in the Mezzanine section to Vancouver Opera’s production of “Madama Butterfly” on June 8th or 10th, 2010 at 7:30pm, held at the Queen Elizabeth Theatre. Retail value $350; Opening bid $175

(70) Stock Pot with Gas Stove (Harumi Suzuki) Great to take along with you on your next camping trip!  Retail value $75; Opening bid $35

(71) Gourmet Food Basket (Bob & Jane Nimi) Crack open this basket during the holidays with your family and friends.  Retail value $85; Opening bid $50

(72) Vancouver Canucks Hockey Tickets (Gordon Kadota) Enjoy Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Finals! (some restrictions apply.  See bid sheet for exact details.) Retail value $1000; Opening bid $400

(73) Pamper Me Pretty Basket (Bob & Jane Nimi) Perfect for someone that needs a little pampering!  This gift set includes a gift certificate for a pedicure & manicure at PURE Nail Salon & assorted spa related products. Retail value $125; Opening bid $60

(74) Canucks Ultimate Fan Forever! (Sam Yamamoto) Cheer on the Canucks in your new jersey and authentic ballcap!  Retail value $200; Opening bid $100

(75) Museum Gift Basket (Japanese Canadian National Museum) Support our museum and purchase this wonderful gift basket!  Gift Set includes a pillow, CD, 2 pins, 3 magnets, 4 assorted books and a copy of the most recent Nikkei Images Publication!  Retail value $110; Opening bid $50

(76) Yoga Lovers Basket (Highgate YYoga) Everything you need to take a class at Highgate YYoga including a mat, yoga set and yoga passes! Retail value $125; Opening bid $60

(77) Framed Artwork Print by Ted Colyer (Ted Colyer) “The Gate”
Retail value $950; Opening bid $500

(78) Vancouver Canucks Hockey Tickets (Gordon Kadota) Canucks vs St. Louis Blues (with Paul Kariya) on Sunday, December 20th, 2009 at 7:00pm.  Retail value $300; Opening bid $150

(79) Chocolate Fondue & Sweets Package (Harumi Suzuki) Who doesn’t love chocolate?
Retail value $75; Opening bid $35

(80) BC Lions Tickets (David Masuhara) Support our BC Lions and enjoy the game from the 50 yard line!  Retail value $125; Opening bid $60

(81) 2010 Olympic Jacket (Gordon Kadota) This stylish jacket will keep you warm during the games! Retail value $100; Opening bid $50

(82) Fujiya Gift Certificate (Shigeru & Akemi Hirai). Perfect for all your Japanese food cravings! Retail value: $250; Opening bid $150.

(83) Wild Bird Framed Print – GREATER WHITE FRONTED GOOSE (Japanese Canadian National Museum & George C. Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary) Photo taken at George C. Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary. (April 2002)  The lucky winner will also receive a family membership to the George C. Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary and a signed copy of the beautiful Wild Birds catalogue. Retail value $660; Opening bid $300

(84) Framed Art Piece (Joyce Kamikura) Green Kimono, by Joyce Kamikura
Retail value $1900; Opening bid $500

(85) Genuine Cowichan Sweater (Gordon Kadota) Stay warm in this gorgeous handmade sweater!   Retail Value: $200; Opening bid $100

(86) Seafood Gift Basket (Dan Nomura) Great gift idea for any seafood lover!
Retail value $100; Opening bid $50

(87) Decorative Pot for Plants (Dennis & Marion Shikaze) Indoor Pottery Pot.
Retail value: $125; Opening bid $60

(88) Ohanashi DVD Set (Japanese Canadian National Museum) Enjoy the full collection of ten compelling and unique Nikkei life stories, produced by filmmaker Susanne Tabata. Retail value: $150; Opening bid $75

(89) 2 Tickets to “Greatest Cities in the World” by Theatre Replacement (Theatre Replacement) One of Vancouver’s best and most creative theatre companies offers tickets to their 2010 production at the newly renovated Vancouver East Cultural Centre.  Valid from March 10th – 13th, 2010. Retail value $50; Opening bid $20

(90) Framed Artwork Print by Ted Colyer (Ted Colyer) “Mountain Mist”. Retail value $950; Opening bid $500

(91) Vancouver Canucks Limited Edition Ice Bucket (Sam Yamamoto) Everything you need to enjoy a great drink with friends.  (Sam Yamamoto) Retail value $75; Opening bid $35

(92) Vancouver Island Package (BC Ferries and Alberni Valley Museum) Travel by Ferry to Vancouver Island with 2 Vehicle and 4 Adult vouchers. Board the train pulled by a completely restored 1929 Baldwin ex-logging steam locomotive at the 1912 CPR Station in Port Alberni and ride out to the McLean Mill National Historic Site, the last working steam sawmill in Canada. Enjoy a Family Pass (two adults and two children) for the train and entrance to the Mill. Retail value $222; Opening bid $115

(93) Rogers Gourmet Food Basket (Rogers Foods Ltd) Enjoy a basket of delicious products from Rogers Foods Ltd. Retail value $75; Opening bid $40

(94) Roundtrip Transportation for 2 people from Vancouver – Seattle (Cantrail Coach Lines Ltd) Perfect for a quick weekend getaway! Retail value $150; Opening bid $100

(95) Framed Original Woodblock Print by Fumio Kitaoka (Clara Norris) “Temple, 1972″ Retail value $600; Opening bid $350

(96) Wii Sports Game Console (Craig Natsuhara) Retail value $250; Opening bid $175.

(97) Japanese Persimmon Potted Plant (Kato Nursery Ltd) Retail value $120; Opening bid $60.

(98) Japanese Asian Pear Potted Plant (Kato Nursery Ltd) Retail value $100; Opening bid $50.

(99) Hand-cut, felted, dyed Shibori Shawl (Yvonne Wakabayashi) Retail value $250; Opening bid $125