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!

Ukiyo-e “Japanese Woodblock Printing”

Mana Contemporary Chicago 2233 South Throop Street, Chicago, IL, United States

Ukiyo‐e, a genre of Japanese woodblock prints with multiple carved woodblocks produced between the 17th and the 20th centuries. 2 ClassesFrom the earliest points in my artistic practice to the present, I have always had an affection and an interest in the beauty and precision in traditional Japanese printmaking techniques, and have at various times […]

Ukiyo-e “Japanese Woodblock Printing”

Mana Contemporary Chicago 2233 South Throop Street, Chicago, IL, United States

Join us for an in-person Woodblock Printing Course! 2 Classes included. No experience necessary. All levels welcome. From the earliest points in my artistic practice to the present, I have always had an affection and an interest in the beauty and precision in traditional Japanese printmaking techniques, and have at various times integrated the skills […]

Advanced Kintsugi 4-Week Class

Mana Contemporary Chicago 2233 South Throop Street, Chicago, IL, United States

Anyone who took the Kinstugi for Beginners workshop is welcome to take this small group advanced Kintsugi session.Anyone who took the Kinstugi for Beginners workshop is welcome to take this small group advanced Kintsugi session. In this 4-session class, 1.5 hours each session, you will learn to use Urushi sap from the beginning of the […]