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Japanese Tattoo Free-Form Q&A

2014年08月23日

Perseverance artists and contributors, Kip Fulbeck, Takahiro Horitaka Kitamura, Chris Horishiki Brand, Chaz Bojorquez and Brian Kaneko will engage in a Q&A discussion with the audience about their work and passion for tattoos. Signing to follow. RSVP early. Program free with admission. Free for Members.

Organza Ikebana Design

2014年08月23日

In this one-of-a-kind class, genzai (present) is merged with tradition. Learn a little about ikebana, the artistry of Japanese flower arranging, and its history in combination with some modern craft techniques. Those techniques will then be used to learn how to make beautiful organza fabric flowers and arrange them into ikebana designs, a hair piece and brooch that will last forever. Appropriate for ages 12+....

4th Annual Los Angeles International Tea Festival

2014年08月17日

Saturday–Sunday, August 16–17 Presented by Chado Tea Room, exhibitors will offer tastings, talks, shows, and ceremonies celebrating worldwide tea culture. Profits from the tickets will go to support the National Museum’s mission. Check teafestivalla.com for information and tickets >>

Japanese Tea Ceremony Demonstration

2014年08月16日 - 2014年08月17日

FREE! Saturday–Sunday, August 16–17 Please note the time has been changed. The Japanese tea ceremony (chanoyu or sado) is a highly choreographed ritual of preparing and serving green tea (matcha) with traditional sweets to balance the bitter taste of the tea. The featured ceremony will be arai jakin and habuta (wet cloth and leaf lid). Performed only in the summer, this procedure is designed to provide cool...

Japanese Tea Ceremony Demonstration

2014年08月16日 - 2014年08月17日

FREE! Saturday–Sunday, August 16–17 Please note the time has been changed. The Japanese tea ceremony (chanoyu or sado) is a highly choreographed ritual of preparing and serving green tea (matcha) with traditional sweets to balance the bitter taste of the tea. The featured ceremony will be arai jakin and habuta (wet cloth and leaf lid). Performed only in the summer, this procedure is designed to provide co...

4th Annual Los Angeles International Tea Festival

2014年08月16日 - 2014年08月17日

Saturday–Sunday, August 16–17 Presented by Chado Tea Room, exhibitors will offer tastings, talks, shows, and ceremonies celebrating worldwide tea culture. Profits from the tickets will go to support the National Museum’s mission. Check teafestivalla.com for information and tickets >>

2014 Natsumatsuri Family Festival

2014年08月09日

FREE ALL DAY! Join us for Natsumatsuri, our annual summer celebration featuring traditional Japanese and Japanese American performances, crafts, and activities. See the complete schedule below, or download the flyer! Special perks available for JANM members! Be sure to check in at the front desk to get a member sticker so you can take advantage of the perks highlighted below.

"The Dragon Tattoo" Lecture with Junii

2014年08月02日

FREE Bakuchi-uchi: Ippiki Ryu (The Dragon Tattoo) is a classic 1967 fictional yakuza film that delves into the world of Japanese tattoos in Osaka. Featured Perseverance artist Junii will lecture on the tattoos in the film, including the real tattoos worn by the actors. Clips from film to be presented along with lecture. Entire film will not be screened. RSVP early.

"Common Ground" Exhibition Tour

2014年08月02日

Tour our ongoing exhibition Common Ground: The Heart of Community with our knowledgeable Museum docents.

"Perseverance" Gallery Talk

2014年08月02日

Join Perseverance photographer/designer Kip Fulbeck and curator Takahiro Kitamura as they lead a gallery tour with special insight on the exhibition. RSVP early, 30 participants max. Read an article about curator Takahiro Kitamura on Discover Nikkei>> Read about photographer/designer Kip Fulbeck on Discover Nikkei>>