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  • Ohashi: Make Your Own Reusable Chopsticks

    Jun 01, 2019

    SOLD OUT Versatile and timeless, chopsticks (ohashi) are a fundamental utensil for many Asian cuisines. In this workshop led by local woodworker Steve Hatanaka, attendees will create their own personal reusable chopsticks. Reusable chopsticks speak to the Japanese concept of mottainai, an effort to not be wasteful. Open to ages 8 and older, but minors must be accompanied by an adult. $16 members, $20 non...

  • Decoden Phone Case Workshop

    Oct 22, 2016

    Join the decoden phone case craze that has swept Japan! Lifestyle personalities and media hosts Chrissa Sparkles and Jon Brence show you how to add sparkly personality to your phone case using cute items such as pearls, bows, rhinestones, and even your favorite characters. $28 members, $35 non-members. Participants must bring their own plain plastic phone case; plenty of decoden materials will be provided. Mu...

  • Hello Kitty Musubi Workshop

    May 07, 2015

    This class has been cancelled. Please join us for the Hello Kitty musubi workshop at 7 p.m. Back again by popular demand! Chef and Hello Kitty super-fan Katie Chin teaches how to make adorable and delicious Hello Kitty musubi. $28 members, $35 non-members. Limited to 30 participants. Includes materials and museum admission including Hello! Exploring the Supercute World of Hello Kitty.

  • Target Free Family Saturday: Up in the Air

    Oct 08, 2011

    FREE ALL DAY! Enjoy a day of family fun with kites. 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: Color your own kite to send up, up, and away! Create a dancing creature using a balloon and other fun materials. Ruthie’s Origami Corner: Fl...

  • Sushi Chef Institute Presents: Make Your Own Sushi!

    Jul 31, 2010

    A one-day sushi workshop so you can enjoy sushi at home including how to make sushi rice and basic rolls, plus a special tasting of your own creations! $40 members; $50 non-members, includes admission and supplies. For more information about the Sushi Chef Institute, go to: www.sushischool.net

  • Public Opening and Signing with Mike Shinoda

    Aug 29, 2009

    Free Admission 8 - 10 PM Help us celebrate the opening of Mike Shinoda Glorious Excess (Dies). Mike Shinoda will be signing from 8 to 10 PM Please Note: * No RSVPs accepted * Admission based on a first come, first served basis * Maximum occupancy will be strictly enforced

  • Craft Class with Ryosen Shibata: Christmas Ornaments

    Dec 13, 2003

    Deck the halls with your own geometric ornaments (most ornaments will be crafted out of yarn). Class fees are $5 for National Museum members and $11 for non-members, includes Museum admission and supplies.

  • Manzanar Pilgrimage

    Apr 26, 1997

    The annual trek to World War II concentration camp located on Highway 395, 200 miles north of Los Angeles, California. For more information contact the Manzanar Committee.

  • Perseverance: Japanese Tattoo Tradition in a Modern World - Videos

    Interview with Artists & Clients Short films directed by John Agcaoili with additional footage by Jon Ugto, Roger Barrera, and Chris Brand. Assisted by Nicole Szeto and Jayne Chen. Kip Fulbeck Exhibition photographer and designer Chris Horishiki Brand Jiro LA Horitaka Jakoh Henrik Strehmel Drew Flores Espi ...

  • Cruising J-Town—Resources

    Explore the world of cars and trucks as powerful vehicles for personal expression, collective identity, and social mobility.