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!

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, […]

Free

Toro Nagashi (Lantern Ceremony)

Osaka Garden 6300 South Cornell Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

The Japanese Arts Foundation is proud to welcome you to our annual Toro Nagashi lantern ceremony, in Jackson Park’s Osaka Garden.Toro Nagashi (Lantern Ceremony)August 6th, 7-10pmOsaka Garden (Garden of the Pheonix), Jackson Park, 6300 S Cornell Ave, Chicago, IL 60637The Japanese Arts Foundation is proud to welcome you to our annual Toro Nagashi lantern ceremony, […]

Free