Eighth Annual Ikebana Exhibition

Shofuso is proud to host a reception and exhibition to honor Ikebana International (I.I.) Philadelphia Chapter 71. Members of I.I. Chapter 71 generously provide Shofuso with beautiful ikebana arrangements every week, adding to the beauty of our historic site. This exhibition will run Friday, September 6 through Sunday, September 8

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(SOLD-OUT) Otsukimi Moon Viewing Party

Enjoy an intimate Otsukimi moon-viewing party on Friday, September 29th at Shofuso! Otsukimi (moon-viewing) is a Japanese holiday that celebrates the harvest moon and is usually observed in September and October. Join us after hours to watch the moon rise over Shofuso’s pond while enjoying snacks and refreshments, fine sake tastings,

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Otsukimi Family Weekend

Otsukimi (moon-viewing) is a Japanese holiday which celebrates the harvest moon, and is usually celebrated in September and October. During Otsukimi, tables are set up facing the horizon so revelers can watch the moon rise, and viewing tables are adorned with Japanese pampas grass and tsukimi-dango (rice dumplings).  Celebrate the

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Otsukimi Family Weekend

Otsukimi (moon-viewing) is a Japanese holiday which celebrates the harvest moon, and is usually celebrated in September and October. During Otsukimi, tables are set up facing the horizon so revelers can watch the moon rise, and viewing tables are adorned with Japanese pampas grass and tsukimi-dango (rice dumplings).  Celebrate the

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Bon Odori Dance Practice

During Obon, festival-goers perform folk dances called bon odori. These folk dances began as a Buddhist practice, but have become secularized and are now associated with the Japanese summer festival season. Each region in Japan has a unique dance; there are even diasporic dances in communities abroad including Brazil and

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Summer 2019 International Business Networking Reception

For the ninth consecutive year, members and friends of Philadelphia’s international chambers have joined forces to host an international business networking reception to celebrate Philadelphia’s status as a top U.S. destination for foreign direct investment and commercial trade. On the evening of July 24th, join hundreds of your business peers

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JapanPhilly2020 Partners

As part of JapanPhilly2020, the Japan America Society of Greater Philadelphia (JASGP) will cross-promote events with various program partners. Below are a few of our current partnerships:

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Parks on Tap

Parks on Tap, Philadelphia’s first and only traveling beer garden, returns to Shofuso this summer from Wednesday, June 7 through Sunday, June 11. Parks on Tap will offer a menu of fresh food and snacks, beer on tap, wine, and non-alcoholic drinks, plus seating and hammocks for lounging. Parks On

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Parks on Tap

Parks on Tap, Philadelphia’s first and only traveling beer garden, returns to Shofuso this summer from Wednesday, July 3 through Sunday, July 7. Take in the summer garden and our festive Tanabata decorations after hours at Shofuso. Parks on Tap will offer a menu of fresh food and snacks, beer

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Parks on Tap

Parks on Tap, Philadelphia’s first and only traveling beer garden, returns to Shofuso this summer from Wednesday, July 3 through Sunday, July 7. Take in the summer garden and our festive Tanabata decorations after hours at Shofuso. Parks on Tap will offer a menu of fresh food and snacks, beer

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