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!
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 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 organized by Robert Chenoweth in collaboration with the Heritage Museum of Asian Art team and the Japanese Culture Center. Exhibition on View: Sep. 28 – […]
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 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, SEP 28 Class Dates: Sept. 28, Oct. 5, Oct. 19, Oct. 26, Nov. 2, & Nov. 9 NO […]
$220.00
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 Join us for a month of Aikido training with the Aikido Association of America at the Culture Center of TECO in Chicago
$70.00 - $110.00
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 Join us for a month of Aikido training with the Aikido Association of America at the Culture Center of TECO in Chicago
$70.00 - $110.00
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 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, OCT 4Time: 2:00 PMLocation: Heritage Museum of Asian ArtCome and learn the traditional Japanese art of Gyotaku (魚拓 -ink rubbing of a fish; […]
$85.00
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 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 which gold is used to repair broken ceramics. Urushi is the natural resin collected from the lacquer tree. The practice of Kintsugi highlights the break […]
$120.00
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 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 painting.Basic exercise on painting The Chrysanthemum Flower, petals, leaves and the basic composition of a Chrysanthemum painting.Each class begins with a Zen lesson followed by […]
$120.00
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 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
 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 […] |
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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 painting.Basic exercise on painting The Chrysanthemum Flower, petals, leaves and the basic composition of a Chrysanthemum painting.Each class begins with a Zen lesson followed by […]
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 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 […]
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 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 6 of […]
$180.00
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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 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
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 Join us for a month of Aikido training with the Aikido Association of America at the Culture Center of TECO in Chicago
$70.00 - $110.00
 Get Tickets Here 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, handpan and other therapeutic instruments, to harmonize your mind, body, and spirit. Let the soothing resonance wash over you, […] |
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 Join us for a month of Aikido training with the Aikido Association of America at the Culture Center of TECO in Chicago
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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 basic phrases, how to read and write hiragana, simple sentence structures and more! Please note that this class will be starting from Chapter 11 of […]
$180.00
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 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:Thursday Class Dates: 10/16, 10/23, […]
$150.00
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Join us for a month of Aikido training with the Aikido Association of America at the Culture Center of TECO in Chicago
$70.00 - $110.00
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 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 Japanese form of Reiki the "Usui Reiki Ryoho". Class Dates: 2 Fridays, October 17 and 24 from 12PM to 5PM. Students are expected to arrive […]
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 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: 10/18, 10/25, […]
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 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 […]
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 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 […]
$25.00 - $45.00
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 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, ghosts and more spooky season favorites!A variety of paper will be provided. Space is extremely limited at this event so register quickly! This event will […]
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 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 |
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