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!
More Things Japanese Hands-On Art Workshops & Reception More Things Japanese is an encyclopedic exhibition that showcases the richness and diversity of traditional Japanese art, spanning from the 6th–7th centuries through the 18th–19th centuries. Featuring a wide array of historical objects—including ceramics, textiles, paintings, woodblock prints, and religious artifacts—this exhibition invites audiences to engage more […]
Experience the Beauty of the Japanese SeasonsDiscover the beauty of traditional Japanese sweets in this hands-on Nerikiri workshop. Wagashi are delicate confections that reflect the changing seasons of Japan and are traditionally served during Japanese tea ceremonies.In this workshop, you will learn how to shape and color Nerikiri, one of the most artistic forms of […]
Join artist Pamela Martinez for a 2 hour introduction to Orizomegami, Japanese art of decorating papers by folding and dying them.About Orizomegami:Absorbent paper is folded and then dyed to produce interesting geometrical patterns when the paper is unfolded as practiced in Japan and around the world for centuries. Zen like in its folding, the ancient […]