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!
Learn the art of Kintsugi with artifact restoration expert Mami Takahashi.Kintsugi 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 rather than erasing it and emphasizes that the break […]
Get Tickets Here Join us for a hands-on introduction to Ukiyo-e style Japanese woodblock printing,inspired by scenes of everyday life during the warm summer months in Edo-period Japan. No prior experience is necessary—beginners and all levels are welcome In this workshop, participants will explore the basic processes of Japanese woodblock printmaking, focusing on carving, inking, […]