Venue · Balboa Park
Japanese Friendship Garden and Museum
2215 Pan American Road East, San Diego
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Chanoyu Tea Ceremony Demonstrations
Tomorrow · 11am
Japanese Friendship Garden and Museum · Balboa Park
A traditional tea ceremony demonstration involving the preparation and serving of matcha and Japanese sweets. Guests can observe this cultural practice in a museum setting.
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Sumi-e (ink Painting)
Thursday · 10am
Japanese Friendship Garden and Museum · Balboa Park
An introductory art class focused on traditional Japanese ink painting techniques. Participants will learn how to use brushes and ink to capture nature.
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Koto Lessons
Sun, Nov 15 · 10am
Japanese Friendship Garden and Museum · Balboa Park
Lessons in playing the koto, a traditional Japanese stringed instrument. This program is for anyone interested in learning a new musical skill.
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Tezukuri-Ichi Holiday Market
Sat, Nov 21 · 10am
Japanese Friendship Garden and Museum · Balboa Park
Browse a variety of locally crafted goods and art from area makers at this seasonal outdoor market.
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Kintsugi Workshop
Sat, Nov 21 · 1:30pm
Japanese Friendship Garden and Museum · Balboa Park
Learn the traditional Japanese craft of repairing ceramics with gold in this hands-on workshop for beginners.
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Kokeshi Doll Painting
Sun, Nov 22 · 2pm
Japanese Friendship Garden and Museum · Balboa Park
Participants can learn about traditional doll craftsmanship and paint their own figures in this creative workshop. It is open to all skill levels.
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Akari Dreams
Wed, Dec 9 · 6pm
Japanese Friendship Garden and Museum · Balboa Park
An evening of illuminated garden views, harp music, and seasonal refreshments at a Japanese-style cultural site.
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