Taiko Workshop – Technique Class
Develop your Taiko skills in the shadow of Shofuso’s historic 17th century architecture while enjoying the serenity and beauty of Philadelphia’s West Fairmount Park! Throughout the 2023 season, taiko instructor Mac Evans will be teaching weekly taiko lessons offering two sessions each Saturday (NO CLASS on June 17 & July
Ouchigohan! – Shojin Ryori
This month’s unique Ouchigohan event features a special guest, Reverend Daiko Matsuyama, Buddhist monk from Taizo-in Buddhist Temple in Kyoto, who will teach us about Shojin Ryori. He will begin with a presentation on the history and significance of Shojin Ryori, followed by Q&A, then showcase how to cook and
Tea Ceremony at the Philadelphia Museum of Art
Watch a traditional Japanese tea ceremony take place in Sunkaraku (Evanescent Joys), the ceremonial teahouse designed by Ōgi Rodō. Witness how the tea ceremony becomes a contemplative experience, offering a respite from the complexities of daily life. Sit outside the tea house in its surrounding garden to view the ceremony
2023 Artists & Performers
PERFORMER BIOS SAKURA SATURDAY – April 15, 2023 (IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE) Hoh Daiko Hoh Daiko Drummers of Seabrook, New Jersey was established on February 23, 1991 under the auspices of the Seabrook Buddhist Temple. It chose Hoh Daiko for its name meaning the way of the drums. The group
vendors
VENDOR FAIR Meet the 2023 Subaru Cherry Blossom Festival vendors! Food Court Frozen Delight Haha’s Kitchen Korea Taqueria (Saturday Only) Lulu Cafe Maido! Matcha Café Maiko Oishii Sushi & Ramen Papermill Foods Artist Alley Atticco BEE Handmade Cheppoly (Saturday Only) Dadakko Handmade F+V Designs Gilded Platypus (Sunday Only) Happy Honkmas
UPenn Campus Activities
UPENN CAMPUS ACTIVITIES Japan Global Issues Talk: “Cooking Up Change: Sustainability, Seafood, and Substitution in Japan” Tuesday, April 4, 5:15 PM, Claudia Cohen Hall 402 (249 South 36th Street). Register here » Film Night: “Inu Oh” directed by Masaaki Yuasa Monday, April 10, 7 – 9 PM, Claudia Cohen Hall 402
Quakers and Japan
NOTE: This event is hybrid and will feature both an in-person audience and simultaneous live zoom. PLEASE USE THE EVENTBRITE ‘RESERVE A SPOT’ BUTTON ONLY IF YOU PLAN TO ATTEND IN PERSON. IF YOU PLAN TO ATTEND VIA ZOOM, FOLLOW THE LINK BELOW INSTEAD TO REGISTER. https://upenn.zoom.us/j/94591643158 ——————————————————————————————– Please join
Dine In Japan – Restaurant Week
Dine In Japan – Restaurant Week Celebrate the 2024 Subaru Cherry Blossom Festival and savor the finest Japanese food in the Philadelphia area during Dine In Japan, a Japan-inspired restaurant week, April 8–14, 2024. Participating restaurants will be offering special prix fixe lunch and dinner options during this week of
Film Screening: The Story of the Last Chrysanthemum
Join us for a screening of the 1939 film The Story of the Last Chrysanthemum by Kenji Mizoguchi. This story follows an onnagata—a male actor specializing in playing female roles—struggling for artistic mastery, offering a fascinating glimpse behind the scenes of kabuki theater in late nineteenth century Japan. Admission: $8
Ouchigohan! – Ramen
Join us as we cook along with Table for Two’s innovative food program, Wa-Shokuiku: Learn. Cook. Eat Japanese!, and make simple, healthy, homestyle Japanese food to enjoy with friends and family. Let’s Make Healthy, Simple and Delicious Ramen! Ramen is one of the most popular noodle dishes in Japan. Originally from China,