april, 2019

06apr11:00 am4:00 pmOh Hanami

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Come and celebrate spring in style at Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre and enjoy what “O Hanami | お花見” has to offer!

O Hanami is a Japanese tradition of welcoming spring and enjoying the transient beauty of cherry flowers. This annual celebration at the Nikkei Centre is all about appreciating the beauty of nature and having fun!

O Hanami Eve | Friday, April 5 | 6pm-10pm | Free admission | 19+
Oiran kimono dressing demonstration by Fumiko Horan, a kimono consultant for the new season of “The Terror”, and a rare opportunity to watch the procession subsequently.

There will be a DJ, Rennie Foster, throughout the night. Soramaru, a favourite local poet will present a spring-themed performance, and there will be much more to keep you entertained during the night.

It will also be a night to enjoy Izakaya (Japanese pub) food at the Nikkei Centre, with classic examples being Oden, Yakitori, Edamame, and Sushi. In addition, there will be sake, beer, and wine.

O Hanami | Saturday, April 6 | 11am-4pm | All ages welcome!
$3 admission and free for NNMCC members & children 4 and under

A range of performances/demonstrations
Japanese food vendors and shops
Tea Ceremony: ICHI-GO ICHI-E by Urasenke Tankokai Vancouver Association
Kimono Dressing by Satsuki-kai
Bonsai and Ikebana Displays
Museum Room

Please check our website for more details at http://centre.nikkeiplace.org/.

Gather your friends & family and come to the Nikkei Centre, and join us as we celebrate the arrival of Spring!

Time

(Saturday) 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

Location

Nikkei Centre

6688 Southoaks Crescent

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