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!
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 through creativity and culture. Time & Location Oct 25, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM Japanese Culture Center, 2940 N Lincoln Ave #2, Chicago, IL […]
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 focusing on inking and printing. In this one-time workshop, students will experience basic carvings and print the one-block printmaking process with a Mt. Fuji-theme design […]
Learn the art of Japanese Papermaking with Takahashi-sensei! Participants can use green leaves, sands from beach, etc for decorations!Japanese Papermaking WorkshopAt this paper-making workshop, participants will make traditional Japanese paper, called Wash from the fibers processed by the bark of Kozo (Japanese marybery) tree. Washi is typically made by Japanese Mulberry or Mitsumata wood bark […]
Join us for an in-person Summer-Themed Woodblock Printing Course! No experience necessary. All levels welcome.Join us for an in-person Summer-Themed Woodblock Printing Course! No experience necessary. All levels welcome.Students will experience basic carvings and print the one-block printmaking process with a simple design provided by the instructor. They will also ink/color on two to three […]