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!

Reiki Level I Shoden Class November

Japanese Culture Center 2940 North Lincoln Avenue, Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Reiki Level I Shoden: In-person certification training in NovemberTraditional Japanese Reiki I/Shoden TrainingAbout this eventREIKI LEVEL I - SHODEN CLASSA 10-hour Reiki certification class in the Japanese form of Reiki the "Usui Reiki Ryoho".Class Dates: 2 Fridays, November 15 and 22 from 12PM to 5PM. Students are expected to arrive 10 minutes prior to class.Participants […]

$200.00

Intro to Nihon Buyo (Japanese Dance)

Japanese Culture Center 2940 North Lincoln Avenue, Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Nihon Buyo (日本舞踊)draws from Kabuki and also has origins derived from Noh and Bugaku.Nihon Buyo (日本舞踊)draws from Kabuki and also has origins derived from Noh and Bugaku. Workshop Classes will take the principles of odori dance movement and introduce them through a dance piece. Training is based on traditional pedagogy; students are trained in etiquette, […]

Reiki Level II Okuden Class December

Japanese Culture Center 2940 North Lincoln Avenue, Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

A 10-hour Reiki certification class in the Japanese form of Reiki the "Usui Reiki Ryoho".Class Dates: 2 Fridays, December 6 and 13 at the JCC from 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Students are expected to arrive 10 minutes prior to class.Participants need to attend all sessions to certify.This class has a minimum of two students, […]

$200.00

Sashiko Japanese Embroidery Workshop

Japanese Culture Center 2940 North Lincoln Avenue, Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Join us for a relaxing day of Sashiko stitching and learn the art of Japanese embroidery!The participants of this workshop will discover both the cultural meaning of sashiko and sustainability but also gain new insight into mending our brokenness or traumatic experiences by recreating the naked body garment together from recycled clothes. The participants need […]

$50.00

Intro to Nihon Buyo (Japanese Dance)

Japanese Culture Center 2940 North Lincoln Avenue, Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Nihon Buyo (日本舞踊)draws from Kabuki and also has origins derived from Noh and Bugaku.Nihon Buyo (日本舞踊)draws from Kabuki and also has origins derived from Noh and Bugaku. Workshop Classes will take the principles of odori dance movement and introduce them through a dance piece. Training is based on traditional pedagogy; students are trained in etiquette, […]

$75.00

Ikebana Ohara Ryu [3 Week Course]

Japanese Culture Center 2940 North Lincoln Avenue, Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Join us for an in-person Multi-level 3 Week Ohara Ryu Ikebana Course! No experience necessary. All levels welcome.Join us for an in-person 3 Week Ohara Ryu Ikebana Course! No experience necessary. All levels welcome.Sign up for an immersive experience 3-week course for Ikebana enthusiasts of all levels. Whether you're a beginner eager to discover the […]

$186.00

Ikebana Ohara Ryu [3 Week Course]

Japanese Culture Center 2940 North Lincoln Avenue, Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Join us for an in-person Multi-level 3 Week Ohara Ryu Ikebana Course! No experience necessary. All levels welcome.Join us for an in-person 3 Week Ohara Ryu Ikebana Course! No experience necessary. All levels welcome.Sign up for an immersive experience 3-week course for Ikebana enthusiasts of all levels. Whether you're a beginner eager to discover the […]

$186.00

Ikebana Ohara Ryu [3 Week Course]

Japanese Culture Center 2940 North Lincoln Avenue, Unit 2, Chicago, IL, United States

Join us for an in-person Multi-level 3 Week Ohara Ryu Ikebana Course! No experience necessary. All levels welcome.Join us for an in-person 3 Week Ohara Ryu Ikebana Course! No experience necessary. All levels welcome.Sign up for an immersive experience 3-week course for Ikebana enthusiasts of all levels. Whether you're a beginner eager to discover the […]

$186.00