Conversation Club
Come to Conversation Club at International House Philadelphia twice monthly. Whether you are looking to improve your Japanese or your English, or just talk about Japan-related topics, everyone is welcome! Join us at the Satell Study Center on the second floor of International House Philadelphia, and feel free to bring
Conversation Club
Come to Conversation Club at International House Philadelphia twice monthly. Whether you are looking to improve your Japanese or your English, or just talk about Japan-related topics, everyone is welcome! Join us at the Satell Study Center on the second floor of International House Philadelphia, and feel free to bring
Kyo Daiko Beginner Taiko Classes
Learn how to play Japanese taiko drums from Philadelphia’s community taiko drumming group! Kyo Daiko’s Beginner Taiko Classes are open to adults of all ages, musical backgrounds and experience. In fact, no experience is necessary. We will teach you everything from proper stance, how to hold the drum sticks, striking
Tea Ceremony: Urasenke Tea School
Enjoy a traditional Japanese tea ceremony led by Shofuso’s own tea school. Members of Urasenke Philadelphia will demonstrate a tea ceremony, and then provide guests with a bowl of matcha (green tea) and a seasonal sweet. Be prepared to sit on the floor for the duration of the program. Limited
Japanese Garden Pruning: Weeping Maples
Layering and thinning out a specimen tree to reveal its character are techniques that have been employed in Japan for many centuries. These universal techniques can also be applied to just about any ornamental tree or shrub. This one-day, hands-on course led by Japanese garden professional Asher Browne will focus
Tea Ceremony: Urasenke Tea School
Enjoy a traditional Japanese tea ceremony led by Shofuso’s own tea school. Members of Urasenke Philadelphia will demonstrate a tea ceremony, and then provide guests with a bowl of matcha (green tea) and a seasonal sweet. Be prepared to sit on the floor for the duration of the program. Limited
Tanabata Family Weekend
Tanabata is a traditional Japanese star festival held in midsummer. Join us at Shofuso to tie wishes (tanzaku) to the bamboo tree, watch our giant tanabata star ornaments swish in the breeze, and make paper cranes for good luck. This weekend of activities includes Japanese storytelling, musical instrument demonstrations, origami,
Parks on Tap
Parks on Tap, Philadelphia’s first and only traveling beer garden, returns to Shofuso this summer from Thursday, July 5 through Sunday, July 8. 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
Parks on Tap
Parks on Tap, Philadelphia’s first and only traveling beer garden, returns to Shofuso this summer from Thursday, July 5 through Sunday, July 8. 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
Parks on Tap
Parks on Tap, Philadelphia’s first and only traveling beer garden, returns to Shofuso this summer from Thursday, July 5 through Sunday, July 8. 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