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!

  • 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 […]

  • Kintsugi for Beginners

    Heritage Museum of Asian Art 3500 South Morgan Street, #3rd Fl, Chicago, IL, United States

    Join us for an in-person Kintsugi Course at the Heritage Museum of Asian Art! No experience necessary. All levels welcome.Kintsugi for Beginners 2 - 4 pm on Saturday, 8/16***At the […]

  • Summer E-tegami Workshop: Fruits and Flowers

    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 […]

  • Summer E-tegami Workshop at Gaijin

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

    Come and learn the seasonal art of e-tegami at Gaijin!CLASS DESCRIPTION:E-tegami, meaning "picture letter" (e=picture, tegami=letter), is a form of Japanese mail art. At its simplest, you'll create an ink […]

  • Reiki Level I Shoden Class August

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

    Reiki Level I Shoden: In-person certification training in AugustTraditional Japanese Reiki I/Shoden TrainingAbout this eventREIKI LEVEL I - SHODEN CLASSA 10-hour Reiki certification class in the Japanese form of Reiki […]

  • Ikebana Ohara Ryu [2 Week In Person Class] [August]

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

    Join us for an in-person an Ohara Ryu Ikebana class! No experience necessary. All levels welcome.Join us for an in-person 2 Week Ohara Ryu Ikebana class! No experience necessary. All […]

  • Ikenobo Ikebana – Chicago Chapter 61st Annual Exhibition

    Chicago Botanic Garden 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL, United States

    Join us for a Japanese flower arrangement exhibition by Ikenobo Ikebana -Chicago ChapterJoin us for the Ikenobo Ikebana - Chicago Chapter's 61st Anniversary Exhibition!You're invited to the beautiful Chicago Botanic […]

    Free
  • Ikenobo Ikebana – Chicago Chapter 61st Annual Exhibition

    Chicago Botanic Garden 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL, United States

    Get Tickets Here Join us for the Ikenobo Ikebana - Chicago Chapter's 61st Anniversary Exhibition! You're invited to the beautiful Chicago Botanic Garden on August 23 & 24, 2025, at […]

  • Ukiyo-e Workshop: Japanese Woodblock Printing of Mt. Fuji

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

    Join us for an in-person Mt. Fuji-themed woodblock Printing Course! No experience is necessary. All levels are welcome.Description: This introductory workshop introduces students to the processes of Japanese block printmaking […]

  • Ikenobo Ikebana – Chicago Chapter 61st Annual Exhibition

    Chicago Botanic Garden 1000 Lake Cook Road, Glencoe, IL, United States

    Join us for a Japanese flower arrangement exhibition by Ikenobo Ikebana -Chicago ChapterJoin us for the Ikenobo Ikebana - Chicago Chapter's 61st Anniversary Exhibition!You're invited to the beautiful Chicago Botanic […]

    Free
  • Virtual Reiki Practice for Self-Care – August

    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 […]

  • Virtual Shodo Class for September

    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 […]

  • Bonsai Workshop

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

    Study the art of bonsai at the Japanese Culture Center!Discover the perfect blend of creativity and relaxation with our beginner bonsai workshops. Whether you're a seasoned bonsai enthusiast or a […]

  • Ikebana Ohara Ryu [3 Week In Person Class] [September]

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

    Join us for an in-person an Ohara Ryu Ikebana class! No experience necessary. All levels welcome.Join us for an in-person 3 Week Ohara Ryu Ikebana class! No experience necessary. All […]

  • 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, 9/6Kintsugi is a traditional Japanese lacquer / Urushi art form in […]

  • Virtual September 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).About this EventThe Lotus PathAs we take a contemplative journey along The […]

  • Virtual September Sumi-e Classes (Tuedays)

    Japanese ink painting, (sumi-e) is the art of painting using brush (fude), ink (sumi) and thin absorbent “rice-paper” (washi).About this EventThe Lotus PathAs we take a contemplative journey along The […]

  • Japanese Language Beginner Course (Session 6)

    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 […]

  • Japanese Language Intro Course (Session 2)

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

    Learn the basics of the Japanese language with this in person intro session!About the EventDuring this four-week course, students will learn the foundations of the Japanese language including basic phrases, […]

  • 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 […]

  • Japanese Language Intermediate Course (Session 14)

    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 intermediate session!About the EventDuring this four-week course, students will learn the foundations of the Japanese language including […]

  • Japanese Language Beginner Course (Session 6)

    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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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: SEP 14Time: 2:30-4:30pmLocation: Japanese Culture CenterNumber of Students: 10 StudentsNumber of Classes: one workshopLength: 2 hoursCost: […]

  • Virtual Reiki Practice for Self-Care – September

    Join this one-hour virtual Reiki practice for self-care to relax, refresh, and find balance!**$20 per person** ABOUT THE SELF-CARE PRACTICE This one-hour online Reiki self-care practice in the traditional Japanese […]

  • 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 and heart shaped stencils!Suminagashi translated means floating black ink. It is the ancient meditative Japanese practice […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • Gyotaku Exhibition: Impressions of the Sea

    Heritage Museum of Asian Art 3500 South Morgan Street, #3rd Fl, Chicago, IL, United States

    Get Tickets Here This exhibition presents the work of Gyotaku Master Dwight Hwang, renowned for his dedication to preserving the authenticity and artistry of this traditional practice. The exhibition is […]

  • 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 […]

  • Aikido Course at the Culture Center of TECO in Chicago

    55 E 63rd St 55 East 63rd Street, Westmont, IL, United States

    Join us for a month of Aikido training with the Aikido Association of America at the Culture Center of TECO in Chicago

  • Gyotaku – Fish Rubbing

    Heritage Museum of Asian Art 3500 South Morgan Street, #3rd Fl, 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 […]

  • 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, 10/4Kintsugi is a traditional Japanese lacquer / Urushi art form in […]

  • Virtual October 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).About this EventThe Chrysanthemum PathIntroduction to an appreciation of Chinese/Japanese calligraphy and […]

  • Virtual Shodo Class for October

    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 […]

  • Virtual October 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).About this EventThe Chrysanthemum PathIntroduction to an appreciation of Chinese/Japanese calligraphy and […]

  • Virtual Reiki Practice for Self-Care – October

    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 […]

  • Japanese Language Beginner Course (Session 7)

    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 […]

  • 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 intro session!About the EventDuring this four-week course, students will learn the foundations of the Japanese language including […]

  • Aikido Course at the Culture Center of TECO in Chicago

    55 E 63rd St 55 East 63rd Street, Westmont, IL, United States

    Join us for a month of Aikido training with the Aikido Association of America at the Culture Center of TECO in Chicago

  • Japanese Language Intermediate Course (Session 15)

    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 intermediate session!About the EventDuring this four-week course, students will learn the foundations of the Japanese language including […]

  • 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 […]

  • Reiki Level I Shoden Class October

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

    Reiki Level I Shoden: In-person certification training in October Traditional Japanese Reiki I/Shoden Training About this event REIKI LEVEL I - SHODEN CLASS A 10-hour Reiki certification class in the […]

  • 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 […]

  • Autumn E-tegami Workshop: Spooky Gourds

    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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • Halloween Origami Workshop (JCC)

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

    A night of spooky halloween themed origami to get into the spirit of the season!Join Yamamoto Sensei for a fun night of Halloween themed origami! Together, we will fold pumpkins, […]

    $30.00
  • Custom Rice Bowls with Japanese Culture Center

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

    Get Tickets Here Add your own touch to a traditional rice bowl at the Japanese Culture Center. In this evening workshop, you’ll glaze a pre-made bowl while connecting with community […]

  • The Spirit of Fukushima

    Japan America Society of Chicago 500 W. Madison Street, Suite 1000, Chicago, IL, United States

    Hands-On Art Workshops & Reception Get Tickets Here Space is limited for the hands-on workshop. A demonstration and reception will follow the workshop Sunday, October 26th 3 PM

  • Origami Fold and Sip: Halloween Night!

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

    Come enjoy delicious beverages while we learn the Japanese art of paper folding! $15 suggested donation per person.Event InfoCome join the Japanese Culture Center for the Halloween edition of our […]

    Donation
  • Ikebana Ohara Ryu [2 Week In Person Class] [November]

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

    Join us for an in-person an Ohara Ryu Ikebana class! No experience necessary. All levels welcome.Join us for an in-person 2 Week Ohara Ryu Ikebana class! No experience necessary. All […]

    $124.00
  • Autumn E-tegami Workshop: Apples and Pears

    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 […]

    $30.00