Upcoming Events

The Japanese Culture Center hosts a wide variety of classes, events, and demonstrations to explore the rich cultural heritage of artists and creators worldwide. Come join us for an immersive experience right in the heart of Chicago!

Introduction to Japanese Tea Ceremony / Chanoyu

Japanese Culture Center 2940 N Lincoln Ave Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Introduction to Japanese Tea CeremonyThe Japanese Culture Center is excited to announce the next introductory course on Chanoyu/Tea Ceremony!General Information:Class Dates : Fridays - March 28, April 4 , April 11, & April 187:00 pm – 8:30pm$120 per studentBusiness casual attire and white socks are required4 students maximum Introductory to ChanoyuThis four week course focuses […]

Virtual Introduction to Japanese Language

Learn Japanese in this five-week introductory session!Learn to read, write, and speak with fellow classmates in our Introduction to Japanese Language class!GENERAL INFO:‣ Price ⇰ $120.00 per student (textbook NOT included)‣ Duration ⇰ Five weeks (one hour every Saturday)‣ Instructor ⇰ Mieko Fujii SenseiPlease note exact class dates for the class:Saturday Class Dates: 3/29, 4/5, […]

Kintsugi for Beginners

Japanese Culture Center 2940 N Lincoln Ave Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Join us for an in-person Kintsugi Course! No experience necessary. All levels welcome.Kintsugi for Beginners 3:30-5:30 pm on Saturday, 3/29Kintsugi is a traditional Japanese art form in which gold is used to repair broken ceramics. The practice of Kintsugi highlights the break rather than erasing it and emphasizes that the break, or trauma, is what […]

Sound Bath Serenity: Gong Wash Meditation

Japanese Culture Center 2940 N Lincoln Ave Unit 2, Chicago, IL 60657, Chicago, IL, US

Get Tickets Here Join us for an evening of tranquility and rejuvenation at the Japanese Cultural Center! Embark on a journey of serenity and self-discovery as we invite you to immerse yourself in the mesmerizing melodies of singing bowls, soothing vibrations of gongs, flute, bells, drums, and handpan. This captivating sound bath will transport you […]

April Fold and Sip (Lakeview)

Konbini and Kanpai 1433 West Belmont Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

Come our popular origami Fold and Sip event!Event InfoCome join the Japanese Culture Center for our popular Fold and Sip event! We will be learning the traditional art of Japanese paper folding with Yamamoto-sensei while also enjoying drinks from a wonderful neighborhood liquor store. This event has a one drink minimum purchase per person.The event […]

Ikebana Ohara Ryu [2 Week In Person Course] [April]

Japanese Culture Center 2940 N Lincoln Ave Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Join us for an in-person Multi-level 2 Week Ohara Ryu Ikebana Course! No experience necessary. All levels welcome.Join us for an in-person 2 Week Ohara Ryu Ikebana Course! No experience necessary. All levels welcome.Sign up for an immersive experience 2-week course for Ikebana enthusiasts of all levels. Whether you're a beginner eager to discover the […]

Gyotaku – Fish Rubbing

Japanese Culture Center 2940 N Lincoln Ave Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Join Gyotaku instructor, Robert Chenoweth for a 2-hour fish printing class where you will make prints of real fish & octopus to take home!Join us for Gyotaku - Fish Ink Printing!Date: Sat Apr 05 2025Time: 3:30 PMLocation: Japanese Culture CenterCome and learn the traditional Japanese art of Gyotaku (魚拓 -ink rubbing of a fish; (making […]

Sonic Sanctuary: Gong Wash Sound Therapy

North Shore Aikido 3390 Commercial Avenue, Northbrook, IL, United States

Get Tickets Here Sonic Sanctuary: Gong Wash Sound Therapy Details: Please Note This Specific Event is at Northshore Aikido, Not the JCC Step into a realm of deep relaxation and healing at Sonic Sanctuary: Gong Wash Sound Healing. This immersive sound healing journey harnesses the powerful vibrations of gongs, complemented by singing bowls, chimes, flutes, […]

Virtual April Sumi-e Classes (Sundays)

Japanese ink painting, (sumi-e) is the art of painting using brush (fude), ink (sumi) and thin absorbent “rice-paper” (washi)."The Grass Orchid Path"The Four Noble Path and Beyond for Beginners, Intermediate & Advanced will continue with Awareness Through Movement warm up, Zen lesson, Sumi-e brush techniques and step by step paintings. Japanese ink painting, (sumi-e) is […]

Virtual Shodo Class for April

A virtual Shodo (Japanese Calligraphy) program with instruction from Hekiun Oda Sensei.The Japanese Culture Center is excited to hold a 書道 - Shodo / Japanese Calligraphy program with Chicago's own Shodo master, Hekiun Oda!In the Shodo program you learn the art of Japanese calligraphy from Hekiun Oda-sensei, a calligraphy master from the Japanese Calligraphy Association […]

Virtual April Sumi-e Classes (Tuesdays)

Japanese ink painting, (sumi-e) is the art of painting using brush (fude), ink (sumi) and thin absorbent “rice-paper” (washi)."The Grass Orchid Path"The Four Noble Path and Beyond for Beginners, Intermediate & Advanced will continue with Awareness Through Movement warm up, Zen lesson, Sumi-e brush techniques and step by step paintings. Japanese ink painting, (sumi-e) is […]

Spring E-tegami Workshop: First Blooms

Japanese Culture Center 2940 N Lincoln Ave Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Come and learn the seasonal art of e-tegami!CLASS DESCRIPTION:E-tegami means picture letter (e=picture, tegami= letter) and is a kind of Japanese mail art. At its simplest, you will make an ink drawing of a seasonal object onto a watercolor postcard. At its most complex, this activity allows us to slow down and mindfully contemplate our […]

Nihonga (Japanese Painting Workshop)

Japanese Culture Center 2940 N Lincoln Ave Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Join Takahashi-sensei, in this 3-week course on traditional Japanese painting!Nihonga, a general term for traditional Japanese painting, means, literally, “Japanese painting”. Here is an explanation about Nihonga at Yamatane Museum of Art, one of Japan’s most important Nihonga museums. “Now in common use, this term originated during the Meiji period, to distinguish Japanese painting from […]

International Experience: Capoeira: A Brasilian Art Form

Japanese Culture Center 2940 N Lincoln Ave Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Are you interested in knowing different cultures? Capoeira is a unique Afro-Brazilian martial art.Are you interested in knowing different cultures? Capoeira is a unique Afro-Brazilian martial art that combines elements of self-defense, acrobatics, dance, music, and culture.Capoeira is characterized by its fluid and rhythmic movements, often performed in a circular pattern called the roda (circle). […]

Virtual Reiki Practice for Self-Care – April

Join this one-hour virtual Reiki practice for self-care to relax, refresh, and find balance!**$20 per person**ABOUT THE SELF-CARE PRACTICEThis one-hour online Reiki self-care practice in the traditional Japanese style of Reiki offers participants the opportunity to take a pause during the day to relax, refresh, and come back to their original state of balance. This […]

Japanese Language Intro Course (Session 2)

Japanese Culture Center 2940 N Lincoln Ave Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Continue learning the basics of the Japanese language with the next in person beginner session!About the EventDuring this four-week course, students will learn the foundations of the Japanese language including basic phrases, how to read and write hiragana, simple sentence structures and more! Please note that this class will be starting from Chapter 2 of […]

Wamono: The Art of Japanese Rare Groove

Kamehachi 1531 North Wells Street, Chicago, IL, United States

Join upstairs at Kamehachi for a capsule event experience showcasing Japanese music on vinyl, food, and drink in a themed space!Wamono: The Art of Japanese Rare GrooveJoin us for an evening where timeless Japanese aesthetics converge with the art of vinyl curation. Set against the storied backdrop of Kamehachi in Old Town Chicago, this capsule […]

Japanese Language Intro Course (Session 2)

Japanese Culture Center 2940 N Lincoln Ave Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Continue learning the basics of the Japanese language with the next in person beginner session!About the EventDuring this four-week course, students will learn the foundations of the Japanese language including basic phrases, how to read and write hiragana, simple sentence structures and more! Please note that this class will be starting from Chapter 2 of […]

Reiki Level I Shoden Class April

Japanese Culture Center 2940 N Lincoln Ave Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Reiki Level I Shoden: In-person certification training in AprilTraditional Japanese Reiki I/Shoden TrainingAbout this eventREIKI LEVEL I - SHODEN CLASSA 10-hour Reiki certification class in the Japanese form of Reiki the "Usui Reiki Ryoho".Class Dates: 2 Fridays, April 18 and 25 from 12PM to 5PM. Students are expected to arrive 10 minutes prior to class.Participants […]

Ukiyo-e Japanese Woodblock Printing Spring Workshop

Japanese Culture Center 2940 N Lincoln Ave Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Join us for an in-person Woodblock Printing Course! No experience necessary. All levels welcome.Join us for an in-person Spring Themed Woodblock Printing Course! No experience necessary. All levels welcome.Students will experience basic carvings and print the one-block printmaking process with a simple design provided by the instructor. They will also ink/color on two to three […]

Butoh Dance Workshop

Japanese Culture Center 2940 N Lincoln Ave Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Butoh dance training is an invaluable tool for dancers, actors, and creative people of all types.Butoh dance training is an invaluable tool for dancers, actors, and creative people of all types. Sara leads you in exercises to expand your body physically and energetically through breath and meditation techniques, vocal warm-ups, Noguchi Taiso, Qigong, Daoyin, visual […]

April Fold and Sip (Wrigleyville)

Konbini & Kanpai Wrigleyville 3443 North Sheffield Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

Come our popular origami Fold and Sip event!Event InfoCome join the Japanese Culture Center for our popular Fold and Sip event! We will be learning the traditional art of Japanese paper folding with Yamamoto-sensei while also enjoying drinks from a wonderful neighborhood liquor store. This event has a one drink minimum purchase per person.The event […]

Hanami – Cherry Blossom Festival

Garden of the Phoenix 6300 South Cornell Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

Join us in Jackson Park's Japanese Garden for an afternoon full of Japanese arts, taiko drums, and of course, cherry blossoms!Hanami - Cherry Blossom Viewing FestivalSaturday, April 261-3pmColumbia Basin + Garden of the Phoenix, Jackson ParkHana (flower) mi (to look at)Join the Japanese Arts Foundation in partnership with the Japanese Culture Center, Chicago Park District, […]

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Retro Night

Hairpin Arts Center 2810 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

A Collaborative Fundraiser supporting Local Non-Profits! Enjoy the very best of the 80's Featuring DJ Lugo Rosado, Portraits & Dancing!4:00 - 6:00pm - Chicago Non-Profits gather for Networking and collaboration. This is a monthly event to learn about each other and explore 6:00- 10:00pm - Our fantastic Art Center will be transformed into an 80's Dance […]

$15.00 - $30.00

Virtual Introduction to Japanese Language

Learn Japanese in this five-week introductory session!Learn to read, write, and speak with fellow classmates in our Introduction to Japanese Language class!GENERAL INFO:‣ Price ⇰ $150.00 per student (textbook NOT included)‣ Duration ⇰ Five weeks (one hour every Thursday)‣ Instructor ⇰ Mieko Fujii SenseiPlease note exact class dates for the class:Thursday Class Dates: 5/1, 5/8, […]

$150.00

Virtual Introduction to Japanese Language

Learn Japanese in this five-week introductory session!Learn to read, write, and speak with fellow classmates in our Introduction to Japanese Language class!GENERAL INFO:‣ Price ⇰ $150.00 per student (textbook NOT included)‣ Duration ⇰ Five weeks (one hour every Saturday)‣ Instructor ⇰ Mieko Fujii SenseiPlease note exact class dates for the class:Saturday Class Dates: 5/3, 5/10, […]

Mother’s Day Wagashi Workshop (Japanese Sweets)

Japanese Culture Center 2940 N Lincoln Ave Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Crafting Beautiful Nerikiri Wagashi for Mother's Day: Celebrating Roses and Early Summer Blooms.If you're searching for a unique Mother's Day gift, join us for an enjoyable wagashi workshop.Create wagashi that captures the essence of early summer, featuring elegant roses in full bloom, delicate petals, and lush greenery – a design that beautifully represents the spirit […]

Introductory Ikenobo Ikebana Workshop (In-Person)

Japanese Culture Center 2940 N Lincoln Ave Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Join us for this Introductory Ikebana Workshop in the Ikenobo style of Ikebana.Workshop InformationDate: May 4Time: 2:30-4:30pmLocation: Japanese Culture CenterNumber of Students: 10 StudentsNumber of Classes: one workshopLength: 2 hoursCost: $80.00Registration Deadline: Two weeks prior to workshop date.If the 10 student minimum is not met, registration will be moved to the next workshopPlease take this […]

E-tegami & Okonomiyaki!

Gaijin 950 West Lake Street, Chicago, IL, United States

Come and learn the seasonal art of e-tegami at Gaijin!CLASS DESCRIPTION:E-tegami means picture letter (e=picture, tegami= letter) and is a kind of Japanese mail art. At its simplest, you will make an ink drawing of a seasonal object onto a watercolor postcard. At its most complex, this activity allows us to slow down and mindfully […]

May Fold and Sip (Lakeview)

Konbini and Kanpai 1433 West Belmont Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

Come our popular origami Fold and Sip event!Event InfoCome join the Japanese Culture Center for our popular Fold and Sip event! We will be learning the traditional art of Japanese paper folding with Yamamoto-sensei while also enjoying drinks from a wonderful neighborhood liquor store. This event has a one drink minimum purchase per person.The event […]

$15.00

Sound Bath Serenity: Gong Wash Meditation

Japanese Culture Center 2940 N Lincoln Ave Unit 2, Chicago, IL 60657, Chicago, IL, US

Get Tickets Here Join us for an evening of tranquility and rejuvenation at the Japanese Cultural Center! Embark on a journey of serenity and self-discovery as we invite you to immerse yourself in the mesmerizing melodies of singing bowls, soothing vibrations of gongs, flute, bells, drums, and handpan. This captivating sound bath will transport you […]

In Bloom: The Art of Japanese Flower Arranging

Sushi-san 1950 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL, United States

About the experience Join us at Sushi-san Lincoln Park for an immersive ikebana workshop, celebrating the traditional Japanese art of flower arrangement. Led by Yuko Inoue Darcy, a First Term Master of the Ohara School, this experience blends creativity, history, and artistry. Participants will learn foundational techniques, craft and take home a floral masterpiece with […]

Suminagashi – Japanese Paper Marbling Workshop

Japanese Culture Center 2940 N Lincoln Ave Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Join artist Pamela Martinez for a 2 hour introduction to Suminagashi Japanese paper marbling.Suminagashi translated means floating black ink. It is the ancient meditative Japanese practice of gently floating pigments on the surface of water with a brush and then capturing the mono print image on an absorbent paper. This exciting 2 hr. workshop will […]

$60.00

Ikebana Ohara Ryu [2 Week In Person Course] [May]

Japanese Culture Center 2940 N Lincoln Ave Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Join us for an in-person Multi-level 2 Week Ohara Ryu Ikebana Course! No experience necessary. All levels welcome.Join us for an in-person 2 Week Ohara Ryu Ikebana Course! No experience necessary. All levels welcome.Sign up for an immersive experience 2-week course for Ikebana enthusiasts of all levels. Whether you're a beginner eager to discover the […]

Spring E-tegami Workshop: Green Leaves

Japanese Culture Center 2940 N Lincoln Ave Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Come and learn the seasonal art of e-tegami!CLASS DESCRIPTION:Spring E-tegami Workshop: Green LeavesCome and learn the seasonal art of e-tegami!E-tegami means picture letter (e=picture, tegami= letter) and is a kind of Japanese mail art. At its simplest, you will make an ink drawing of a seasonal object onto a watercolor postcard. At its most complex, […]

$30.00

Butoh Dance Workshop

Japanese Culture Center 2940 N Lincoln Ave Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Butoh dance training is an invaluable tool for dancers, actors, and creative people of all types. Butoh dance training is an invaluable tool for dancers, actors, and creative people of all types. Sara leads you in exercises to expand your body physically and energetically through breath and meditation techniques, vocal warm-ups, Noguchi Taiso, Qigong, Daoyin, […]

$25.00 - $45.00

Introduction to Ikebana Flower Arrangement: 6 Week Class

Japanese Culture Center 2940 N Lincoln Ave Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Come join us for a 6-week class where you'll learn the art of Ikebana flower arrangement!We are excited the return of the 6 Week Ikenobo Ikebana Course at the Japanese Culture Center!Class begins Sunday 5/18/2025.Class Dates: 5/18, 5/25, 6/1, 6/8, 6/22, & 6/294:00-5:00pm Introductory Course The course fee is $220, which includes flowers and all […]

Advanced Kintsugi 3 Week Class

Japanese Culture Center 2940 N Lincoln Ave Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Anyone who took the Kinstugi for Beginners workshop is welcome to take this small group advanced Kintsugi session.Anyone who took the Kinstugi for Beginners workshop is welcome to take this small group advanced Kintsugi session. In this 3-session class, 2 hours each session, you will learn to use Urushi sap from the beginning of the […]

$180.00

Japanese Language Conversation Night

Japanese Culture Center 2940 N Lincoln Ave Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Join Yamamoto Sensei for a special one-night conversation focused practice!About the EventThis is a one-off night to practice simple conversation with a variety of different Japanese language learners! Students of all levels are encouraged to join with a focus on the following:Simple introductions (students of Yamamoto Sensei should have a self-introduction prepared)Simple questions and answers […]

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Kintsugi for Beginners

Japanese Culture Center 2940 N Lincoln Ave Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Join us for an in-person Kintsugi Course! No experience necessary. All levels welcome.Kintsugi for Beginners 3:30-5:30 pm on Saturday, 5/24 Kintsugi is a traditional Japanese art form in which gold is used to repair broken ceramics. The practice of Kintsugi highlights the break rather than erasing it and emphasizes that the break, or trauma, is […]

$120.00

May Fold and Sip (Wrigleyville)

Konbini & Kanpai Wrigleyville 3443 North Sheffield Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

Come our popular origami Fold and Sip event!Event InfoCome join the Japanese Culture Center for our popular Fold and Sip event! We will be learning the traditional art of Japanese paper folding with Yamamoto-sensei while also enjoying drinks from a wonderful neighborhood liquor store. This event has a one drink minimum purchase per person.The event […]

$15.00

Japanese Language Intro Course (Session 3)

Japanese Culture Center 2940 N Lincoln Ave Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Continue learning the basics of the Japanese language with the next in person beginner session!About the EventDuring this four-week course, students will learn the foundations of the Japanese language including basic phrases, how to read and write hiragana, simple sentence structures and more! Please note that this class will be starting from Chapter 3 of […]

$180.00

Japanese Language Intro Course (Session 3)

Japanese Culture Center 2940 N Lincoln Ave Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Continue learning the basics of the Japanese language with the next in person beginner session!About the EventDuring this four-week course, students will learn the foundations of the Japanese language including basic phrases, how to read and write hiragana, simple sentence structures and more! Please note that this class will be starting from Chapter 2 of […]

$180.00

Japanese Papermaking with Spring Bloomings

2940 N Lincoln Ave unit 2 2940 North Lincoln Avenue, #unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Learn the art of Japanese Papermaking with Takahashi-sensei!Japanese Papermaking WorkshopAt this paper-making workshop, participants will make traditional Japanese paper, called Wash from the fibers processed by the bark of Kozo (Japanese marybery) tree. Washi is typically made by Japanese Mulberry or Mitsumata wood bark and has been used in Japan’s everyday life, including architectural elements […]

$40.00

Virtual Shodo Class for June

A virtual Shodo (Japanese Calligraphy) program with instruction from Hekiun Oda Sensei.The Japanese Culture Center is excited to hold a 書道 - Shodo / Japanese Calligraphy program with Chicago's own Shodo master, Hekiun Oda!In the Shodo program you learn the art of Japanese calligraphy from Hekiun Oda-sensei, a calligraphy master from the Japanese Calligraphy Association […]

$140.00 - $200.00

Virtual June Sumi-e Classes (Tuesdays)

Japanese ink painting, (sumi-e) is the art of painting using brush (fude), ink (sumi) and thin absorbent “rice-paper” (washi). Class Dates: Tuesdays June 3, 10,17,24 Class Time: 3 - 5PM CST   Birds and Blooms Step by step painting workshop series that explores the Japanese visual language of bird-and-flower painting celebrating the relationship between man […]

$120.00

Dovetail Brewery Pride Month Sip ‘N Fold Origami Night

Dovetail Brewery 1800 West Belle Plaine Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

Learn how to fold Pride-inspired creations while you loosen up those foldin' fingers with a Dovetail beerCelebrate Pride Month with a special sip 'n fold!Join us for an evening of origami with expert paper folding instruction by Ty Yamamoto of the Japanese Culture Center, who's their in-house origami teacher. Here's your chance to try a […]

$35.00

Virtual June Sumi-e Classes (Sundays)

Japanese ink painting, (sumi-e) is the art of painting using brush (fude), ink (sumi) and thin absorbent “rice-paper” (washi). Class Dates: Sundays June 8,15, 22, & 29 Class Time: 10:30AM - 12:30PM CST   Birds and Blooms Step by step painting workshop series that explores the Japanese visual language of bird-and-flower painting celebrating the relationship […]

$120.00

Sound Bath Serenity: Gong Wash Meditation

Japanese Culture Center 2940 N Lincoln Ave Unit 2, Chicago, IL 60657, Chicago, IL, US

Get Tickets Here Join us for an evening of tranquility and rejuvenation at the Japanese Cultural Center! Embark on a journey of serenity and self-discovery as we invite you to immerse yourself in the mesmerizing melodies of singing bowls, soothing vibrations of gongs, flute, bells, drums, and handpan. This captivating sound bath will transport you […]

Bon Odori – Japanese Folk Dance Workshop

Japanese Culture Center 2940 N Lincoln Ave Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Bon Odori Dance Classes with Yoshinojo Fujima of ShubukaiBon Odori is a summer festival for people to come together to honor their ancestors, express their joy, respect, and feeling of community; to create a connection with community. One does not have to be a dancer, the dances are simple and fun!Join the in person workshops […]

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Fujima-style Nihon buyo Intro Workshop

Japanese Culture Center 2940 N Lincoln Ave Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Workshop series for Fujima style Japanese Classical Dance, no experience required.3 Class Dates: 6/13,7/11, & 7/18Class Start Time: 8:15-9:15Location: Japanese Culture CenterIntroduction to Nihon Buyo WorkshopNihon Buyo (日本舞踊)draws from Kabuki and also has origins derived from Noh and Bugaku. Workshops will introduce the principles of nihonbuyo movement and will typically focus on one dance. Training […]

$225.00

Virtual Reiki Practice for Self-Care – June

Join this one-hour virtual Reiki practice for self-care to relax, refresh, and find balance!**$20 per person**ABOUT THE SELF-CARE PRACTICEThis one-hour online Reiki self-care practice in the traditional Japanese style of Reiki offers participants the opportunity to take a pause during the day to relax, refresh, and come back to their original state of balance. This […]

$20.00

Reiki Level I Shoden Class June

Japanese Culture Center 2940 N Lincoln Ave Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Reiki Level I Shoden: In-person certification training in JuneTraditional Japanese Reiki I/Shoden TrainingAbout this eventREIKI LEVEL I - SHODEN CLASSA 10-hour Reiki certification class in the Japanese form of Reiki the "Usui Reiki Ryoho".Class Dates: 2 Fridays, June 20 and 27 from 12PM to 5PM. Students are expected to arrive 10 minutes prior to class.Participants […]

$200.00

Sonic Sanctuary: Gong Wash Sound Therapy

North Shore Aikido 3390 Commercial Avenue, Northbrook, IL, United States

Get Tickets Here Sonic Sanctuary: Gong Wash Sound Therapy Details: Please Note This Specific Event is at Northshore Aikido, Not the JCC Step into a realm of deep relaxation and healing at Sonic Sanctuary: Gong Wash Sound Healing. This immersive sound healing journey harnesses the powerful vibrations of gongs, complemented by singing bowls, chimes, flutes, […]

Summer E-tegami Workshop: Vegetables

Japanese Culture Center 2940 N Lincoln Ave Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Come and learn the seasonal art of e-tegami!CLASS DESCRIPTION:Summer E-tegami Workshop: VegetablesCome and learn the seasonal art of e-tegami!E-tegami means picture letter (e=picture, tegami= letter) and is a kind of Japanese mail art. At its simplest, you will make an ink drawing of a seasonal object onto a watercolor postcard. At its most complex, this […]

$30.00

Butoh Dance Workshop

Japanese Culture Center 2940 N Lincoln Ave Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Butoh dance training is an invaluable tool for dancers, actors, and creative people of all types. Butoh dance training is an invaluable tool for dancers, actors, and creative people of all types. Sara leads you in exercises to expand your body physically and energetically through breath and meditation techniques, vocal warm-ups, Noguchi Taiso, Qigong, Daoyin, […]

$25.00 - $45.00

Virtual Introduction to Japanese Language

Learn Japanese in this five-week introductory session!Learn to read, write, and speak with fellow classmates in our Introduction to Japanese Language class!GENERAL INFO:‣ Price ⇰ $150.00 per student (textbook NOT included)‣ Duration ⇰ Five weeks (one hour every Thursday)‣ Instructor ⇰ Mieko Fujii SenseiPlease note exact class dates for the class:Thursday Class Dates: 6/26, 7/10, […]

$150.00

Kintsugi for Beginners

Japanese Culture Center 2940 N Lincoln Ave Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Join us for an in-person Kintsugi Course! No experience necessary. All levels welcome.Kintsugi for Beginners 6:30-8:30 pm on Friday, June 27Kintsugi is a traditional Japanese lacquer / Urushi art form in which gold is used to repair broken ceramics. Urushi is the natural resin collected from the lacquer tree. The practice of Kintsugi highlights the […]

$120.00

Virtual Introduction to Japanese Language

Learn Japanese in this five-week introductory session!Learn to read, write, and speak with fellow classmates in our Introduction to Japanese Language class!GENERAL INFO:‣ Price ⇰ $150.00 per student (textbook NOT included)‣ Duration ⇰ Five weeks (one hour every Saturday)‣ Instructor ⇰ Mieko Fujii SenseiPlease note exact class dates for the class:Saturday Class Dates: 6/28, 7/12, […]

$150.00

Ukiyo-e Japanese Woodblock Printing Summer Workshop

2940 N Lincoln Ave unit 2 2940 North Lincoln Avenue, #unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Join us for an in-person Summer-Themed Woodblock Printing Course! No experience necessary. All levels welcome.Join us for an in-person Summer-Themed Woodblock Printing Course! No experience necessary. All levels welcome.Students will experience basic carvings and print the one-block printmaking process with a simple design provided by the instructor. They will also ink/color on two to three […]

$80.00