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Members Only Exhibition Tour: "Kaiju vs Heroes"

2018年09月15日

In California in the 1970s, Mark Nagata was living an all-American childhood when an aunt and uncle serving on a US military base in Japan sent him a box filled with colorful kaiju and hero toys. For Nagata, those toys and the artwork of their packaging inspired him to study art, to zealously collect vintage Japanese vinyl toys, and to become a toy designer himself. Join Mark Nagata for a gallery tour during which...

Upper Level Members and VIP Reception: "Kaiju vs Heroes"

2018年09月14日

Members at the Sustaining Level and above are invited to preview Kaiju vs Heroes: Mark Nagata’s Journey through the World of Japanese Toys before it opens to the public. See hundreds of dazzling vintage and contemporary Japanese vinyl toys, providing a feast for the eyes and the imagination. Program with a light reception to follow. Invitations were mailed in early August. Contact membership@janm.org to upgrade yo...

Target Free Family Saturday: Faces + Places

2012年07月14日

FREE ALL DAY! Enjoy a day of family fun and crafts. July’s theme is travel! Keep checking back for more information. Generously sponsored by Target, these special Saturdays are filled with fun activities giving families unique ways to learn, play, and grow together. ALL DAY CRAFT ACTIVITIES: Make a travel bag for your summer adventures Decorate a journal to capture travel memories Ruthie’s Origami Corner: or...

COLD TOFU Presents The Hiroshi Show!

2011年06月09日

COLD TOFU returns to the Tateuchi Democracy Forum with The Hiroshi Show. Starting with one suggestion from the audience, COLD TOFU creates a long form improv show full of comedy and hijinks based on the personal stories of its special guest hosts. Tonight's special guest host is ABC7 Eyewitness News David Ono. Admission is $10 and a portion of the proceeds from both evenings will go to the National Museum...

COLD TOFU Presents The Hiroshi Show!

2011年06月02日

COLD TOFU returns to the Tateuchi Democracy Forum with The Hiroshi Show. Starting with one suggestion from the audience, COLD TOFU creates a long form improv show full of comedy and hijinks based on the personal stories of its special guest hosts. Tonight's special guest host is actor and museum volunteer Rodney Kageyama. Admission is $10 and a portion of the proceeds from both evenings will go to the Nationa...

The California Hotel

2011年05月28日 - 2011年08月28日

This traveling display tells the story of one Las Vegas casino’s special connection to the people of Hawai‘i and the unique culture that evolved there through rare photographs, objects, and video. This display is based on California Hotel and Casino: Hawaii’s Home Away from Home, the book by Dennis M. Ogawa and John M. Blink with Mike Gordon. Developed by the Japanese Cultural Center of Hawai'i, the exhibitio...

The Herbal and Healing Garden

2007年07月28日

In conjunction with the exhibition Landscaping America: Beyond the Japanese Garden, the National Museum presents a four-part series of gardening demonstrations led by horticultural experts. PART1 For centuries, gardens have been touted across cultures for their many medicinal properties. Getty Center and Getty Villa horticulturist Michael De Hart demonstrates how you can cultivate the healing potential of your g...

A Life in the Movies: Boyle Heights on the Screen

2002年11月21日

In a city not often recognized for its neighborhoods, Boyle Heights has had a particular draw on filmmakers that demands its representation. With its rich multiethnic history, Los Angeles' first suburb has inspired the production of a number of films. Join this panel of distinguished artists, from Hollywood insiders to local independents, for what promises to be a dynamic evening of impassioned discussions and exciti...

Waterfall: Dance, Koto And Taiko Performance At The Japanese American National Museum

1998年07月07日

Let the mysticism of waterfalls affect you in a way it never has before in "Waterfall," a new dance performance choreographed and performed by Rei Aoo, Director of the U.S. Dance Connection. On Thursday, July 16 from 7:30 - 8:30 p.m., Ms. Aoo will showcase her talent of combining modern dance, ballet, and Japanese classical dance as she interprets the movement of waterfalls. Free with Museum admission at the Japane...

Cold Tofu Improv: Eyewitness Action Live Tofu... News At 11:00

1998年05月04日

Look through the hilarious lenses of Cold Tofu as they bring us the daily news, current events and latest breaking headlines in their trademark comedic style. This talented, multicultural improv group guarantees to bring you an evening of newsworthy fun for free! Be at the Japanese American National Museum, 369 East First Street in Little Tokyo, on Thursday, May 28, 1998, from 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. Please call (213) 625...