Tsukasa Taiko returns to Chicago Park

Tsukasa Taiko returns to Chicago Park District’s Night Out in the Parks 2021 *In-person public, outdoor performances with safety protocols. Check out taikolegacy.com for the full schedule of our performance dates. Keep an eye out for our upcoming email + social media announcement for our next Park District show! More information about Night Out in the Parks. Celebrate…

Chicago Japanese Matsuri 2019

If you happen to be in the Chicago area this weekend, you are in luck! Chicago Japanese Matsuri 2019 is taking place at the Newcity Plaza, and admission is free to the public! This family friendly festival offers a rich selection of traditional Japanese culture, shopping, food, and entertainment. So put on your authentic Japanese…

Ginza Holiday Festival 2019

Save the date and mark your calendar for the 64th GINZA 2019 Holiday Festival– A 3 day celebration of Japanese Culture at Midwest Buddhist Temple – Chicago! Date: Aug 9th – 11th, 2019Location: Midwest Bhuddist Temple @ 435 W Menomonee St, Chicago, IL 60614 Website: https://ginzaholiday.com/ Ginza Festival Entertainment Lineup: Minyo Japanese Folk Dance – MBT Minyo…

Classes @ Chicago Japanese Culture Center

The Japanese Culture Center located in Chicago continues to lead the charge in sharing and educating about traditional arts and crafts. If you are in the Chicago area and are looking to take some enriching classes, why not check out the lineup offered? Here is a small list of just some of the recent offerings…

Chicago Kimono Meet-Up Monthly

Are you new to wearing Japanese kimono and would like to learn how to wear them in a traditional style? Kujira Japanese Art & Craft Community is hosting a kimono dressing workshop for women. Attendees are to bring their own kimono and supplies. Date: March 31, 2019 Address: Bujinkan Roselle Dojo 173 W Irving Park…