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!
Reiki Level I Shoden: In-person certification training in FebruaryTraditional 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, February 14 and 21 from 12PM to 5PM. Students are expected to arrive 10 minutes prior to class.Participants […]
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 3-week course for Ikebana enthusiasts of all levels. Whether you're a beginner eager to discover the […]
Reiki Level I Shoden: In-person certification training in February at North Shore AikidoNORTH SHORE AIKIDO - REIKI LEVEL I – SHODENA 10-hour Reiki certification class in the Japanese form of Reiki the "Usui Reiki Ryoho".2 Saturdays: from 1 PM – 6 PM - in-person, Feb 15 & 22.Reiki is a spiritual healing method that promotes […]
Join artist Pamela Martinez for a 2 hour introduction to Suminagashi Japanese paper marbling and heart shaped stencils!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 […]
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 […]
About the experience Event Date & Time: Sunday, February 16 | 1:00 PM Event Location: Sushi-san Lincoln Park “Dojo” Ticket Price: $100 for 1, $180 for 2 (plus tax & fees) Event Description: Join us at Sushi-san Lincoln Park for an immersive journey into the elegance and precision of ikebana, the traditional Japanese art of […]
Join us for this Introductory Ikebana Workshop in the Ikenobo style of Ikebana.Workshop Information Date: February 16 Time: 2:30-4:30pm Location: Japanese Culture Center Number of Students: 10 Students Number of Classes: one workshop Length: 2 hours Cost: $80.00 Registration Deadline: Two weeks prior to workshop date. If the 10 student minimum is not met, registration […]
Japanese ink painting, (sumi-e) is the art of painting using brush (fude), ink (sumi) and thin absorbent “rice-paper” (washi)."The Plum Blossom 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 […]
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 […]
Join us for a traditional Hinamatsuri Tea Ceremony, celebrating Girl's Day!Hinamatsuri / Girl's Day Tea GatheringJoin us for a delightful afternoon tea ceremony at the Japanese Culture Center in Chicago, IL, as we celebrate Hinamatsuri, also known as Girl's Day.Hinamatsuri /雛祭り is the Doll Festival of Japan an is also known as Girl’s Day. It […]
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 […]
Japanese ink painting, (sumi-e) is the art of painting using brush (fude), ink (sumi) and thin absorbent “rice-paper” (washi)."The Plum Blossom 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 […]
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 4-session class, 2 hours each session, you will learn to use Urushi sap from the beginning of the […]