Japanese Holiday Traditions Come to Fairmount Park
A taste of the Holidays in Japan came to Lemon Hill Mansion in Fairmount Park on Dec. 8th, 2024, as part of the Holidays in
Explore the Mysterious World of Yokai! （妖怪）
What is Yokai? （妖怪） Yokai are supernatural beings that often emerge from the spirits of objects or animals. They are not just frightening—they can also be
Jusan-ya(十三夜): The Beauty of the “Non-Full” Moon
As we prepare for our moon-viewing party on October 19th (click here for the ticket), I’d like to share a bit about a special moon
Behind the Scenes of Mrs. Kishida’s Visit: A Bomb Detection Dog in Socks!
Last Saturday, Shofuso welcomed a very special visitor—Mrs. Yuko Kishida, wife of Japan’s Prime Minister. While the spotlight was on her, the behind-the-scenes work was
Discovering the Beauty of Otsukimi: Moon Viewing in September and October
As the seasons transition from summer’s warmth to autumn’s cool embrace, the skies offer a special opportunity to connect with nature through an ancient tradition—Otsukimi,
JASGP’s Philadelphia Museum of Art Visit: Tour of “Yoshitoshi: Spirit and Spectacle”
The Philadelphia Museum of Art extended an invitation to the JASGP for a tour of “Yoshitoshi: Spirit and Spectacle.” JASGP had the privilege of being
Japanese Films and Filmmakers at the 2018 Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival
The Philadephia Asian American Film Festival (PAAFF) returns to Philadelphia from November 8 – 18. This year marks PAAFF’s 11th season of showcasing Asian American
Know Before You Go: Philadelphia Obon Festival
The sixth annual Philadelphia Obon Festival comes to Shofuso this Saturday from 11 am – 5 pm. At the forefront are Bon folk dances led
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