Urasenke Tea Ceremony Demonstration – November 20, 1:00pm
Enjoy a traditional Japanese tea ceremony at Shofuso. Members of Urasenke Philadelphia will demonstrate a tea ceremony, and then provide guests with a bowl of matcha (green tea) and a wagashi (Japanese traditional seasonal sweet). Be prepared to sit on the floor for the duration of the program. Limited chairs
Urasenke Tea Ceremony Demonstration – October 23, 2:30pm
Enjoy a traditional Japanese tea ceremony at Shofuso. Members of Urasenke Philadelphia will demonstrate a tea ceremony, and then provide guests with a bowl of matcha (green tea) and a wagashi (Japanese traditional seasonal sweet). Be prepared to sit on the floor for the duration of the program. Limited chairs
Urasenke Tea Ceremony Demonstration – October 23, 1:00pm
Enjoy a traditional Japanese tea ceremony at Shofuso. Members of Urasenke Philadelphia will demonstrate a tea ceremony, and then provide guests with a bowl of matcha (green tea) and a wagashi (Japanese traditional seasonal sweet). Be prepared to sit on the floor for the duration of the program. Limited chairs
(SOLD-OUT) Urasenke Tea Ceremony Demonstration – September 11, 1:00pm
Enjoy a traditional Japanese tea ceremony at Shofuso. Members of Urasenke Philadelphia will demonstrate a tea ceremony, and then provide guests with a bowl of matcha (green tea) and a wagashi (Japanese traditional seasonal sweet). Be prepared to sit on the floor for the duration of the program. Limited chairs
Urasenke Tea Ceremony Demonstration – September 11, 2:30pm
Enjoy a traditional Japanese tea ceremony at Shofuso. Members of Urasenke Philadelphia will demonstrate a tea ceremony, and then provide guests with a bowl of matcha (green tea) and a wagashi (Japanese traditional seasonal sweet). Be prepared to sit on the floor for the duration of the program. Limited chairs
Tanabata
Every year Shofuso celebrates Tanabata with decorations and bamboo trees full of wishes written by our visitors. Visit Shofuso and make your very own wish this July! Tanabata is the yearly star festival that is recognized across Japan on July 7. This is the one day a year when two
2022 Tanabata at Shofuso
Every year Shofuso celebrates Tanabata with decorations and bamboo trees full of wishes written by our visitors. Visit Shofuso and make your very own wish this July! Tanabata is the yearly star festival that is recognized across Japan on July 7th. This is the one day a year where two
(SOLD-OUT) Obon Lantern Floating Ceremony – Okuribi
The Philadelphia Obon Festival continues a new Shofuso tradition, to light lanterns and float them on Shofuso’s pond. This night of remembrance and commemoration is dedicated to those no longer with us. Each registered participant will be able to choose if they would like to launch floating lanterns on Shofuso’s
(SOLD-OUT) Obon Lantern Floating Ceremony – Mukaebi
The Philadelphia Obon Festival continues a new Shofuso tradition, to light lanterns and float them on Shofuso’s pond. This night of remembrance and commemoration is dedicated to those no longer with us. Each registered participant will be able to choose if they would like to launch floating lanterns on Shofuso’s
Members Only Night – July
Want to experience the calm and quiet of Shofuso while it’s closed off to regular visitors? Join our special members-only admission hours to Shofuso on Thursday, July 7th! In Japan, July 7th marks the celebration of Tanabata, or the Star Festival. Decorations for this festival often use bamboo branches or