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SUMMARY:12th Annual Sun & Star Golf Classic
DESCRIPTION:Discover the Art Behind the KimonoFor centuries\, Japanese artisans have used Ise Katagami—intricately hand-cut paper stencils—to create the elegant patterns seen on traditional kimono. This hands-on workshop introduces participants to one of Japan’s nationally recognized traditional crafts through an engaging exploration of history\, design\, and creativity. Participants will examine authentic stencil materials\, learn how traditional stencil paper is made\, and discover how generations of artisans transformed simple paper into incredibly detailed works of art. They will also have the opportunity to touch authentic kimono fabrics and observe how different stencil patterns create unique textile designs. Using professionally designed stencil patterns and authentic Japanese materials\, each participant will create a one-of-a-kind dyed pouch to take home. Because each participant chooses their own pattern placement and color combination\, every finished piece is unique! Workshop Fee Includes: Authentic materials from JapanTraditional stencil tools and suppliesA fabric pouch to dye and take homeAn engaging cultural presentation featuring fun quizzes about the history of Ise KatagamiStep-by-step guidance throughout the creative processPlease note: Due to the detailed paper stencil-cutting involved\, participants must be ages 12 and up. Space is limited to 25 participants\, so register soon to secure your spot! Event DetailsDate: Sunday\, November 1Time: 3:00–4:30 PMLocation: JASDFW ThinktankAddress: 500 N Central Expy #201\, Plano\, TX 75074Age Requirement: 12 and upRegistration FeesMembers: $35Non-members: $45Please click the button below to register and secure your spot! *Registration closes at 6:00 PM on October 31.**Detailed information about the event\, including arrival instructions\, will be emailed to registered participants after registration closes. 								\n				\n										\n						\n									Registration\n					\n					\n								\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n									  Meet Your Instructor								\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n																														\n				\n		\n				\n									Nina Shimaguchi is a Japanese cultural educator\, producer\, and Culture Programming Specialist at the Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth (JASDFW). Originally from Osaka\, Japan\, Nina grew up surrounded by traditional Japanese culture. Inspired by her family’s cultural heritage\, she began practicing Japanese calligraphy at the age of three and has since developed a lifelong passion for sharing Japan’s traditions and craftsmanship. Since beginning her work in Houston in 2018\, Nina has designed and led more than 400 Japanese cultural programs\, engaging over 24\,000 participants through museums\, libraries\, schools\, and community organizations. As a cultural producer and educator\, Nina creates engaging learning experiences that bring Japanese history\, traditional arts\, and cultural stories to life through hands-on activities and meaningful cultural connections. 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n									Questions? If you have any questions about the workshop\, please contact us at [nina@japanina.com].
URL:https://jasdfw.org/event/12th-annual-sun-star-golf-classic/
LOCATION:Bear Creek Golf Club\, 3500 Bear Creek Ct\, Dallas\, TX\, 75261\, United States
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SUMMARY:Toki\, The Japanese Elvis Returns to Dallas
DESCRIPTION:Discover the Art Behind the KimonoFor centuries\, Japanese artisans have used Ise Katagami—intricately hand-cut paper stencils—to create the elegant patterns seen on traditional kimono. This hands-on workshop introduces participants to one of Japan’s nationally recognized traditional crafts through an engaging exploration of history\, design\, and creativity. Participants will examine authentic stencil materials\, learn how traditional stencil paper is made\, and discover how generations of artisans transformed simple paper into incredibly detailed works of art. They will also have the opportunity to touch authentic kimono fabrics and observe how different stencil patterns create unique textile designs. Using professionally designed stencil patterns and authentic Japanese materials\, each participant will create a one-of-a-kind dyed pouch to take home. Because each participant chooses their own pattern placement and color combination\, every finished piece is unique! Workshop Fee Includes: Authentic materials from JapanTraditional stencil tools and suppliesA fabric pouch to dye and take homeAn engaging cultural presentation featuring fun quizzes about the history of Ise KatagamiStep-by-step guidance throughout the creative processPlease note: Due to the detailed paper stencil-cutting involved\, participants must be ages 12 and up. Space is limited to 25 participants\, so register soon to secure your spot! Event DetailsDate: Sunday\, November 1Time: 3:00–4:30 PMLocation: JASDFW ThinktankAddress: 500 N Central Expy #201\, Plano\, TX 75074Age Requirement: 12 and upRegistration FeesMembers: $35Non-members: $45Please click the button below to register and secure your spot! *Registration closes at 6:00 PM on October 31.**Detailed information about the event\, including arrival instructions\, will be emailed to registered participants after registration closes. 								\n				\n										\n						\n									Registration\n					\n					\n								\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n									  Meet Your Instructor								\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n																														\n				\n		\n				\n									Nina Shimaguchi is a Japanese cultural educator\, producer\, and Culture Programming Specialist at the Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth (JASDFW). Originally from Osaka\, Japan\, Nina grew up surrounded by traditional Japanese culture. Inspired by her family’s cultural heritage\, she began practicing Japanese calligraphy at the age of three and has since developed a lifelong passion for sharing Japan’s traditions and craftsmanship. Since beginning her work in Houston in 2018\, Nina has designed and led more than 400 Japanese cultural programs\, engaging over 24\,000 participants through museums\, libraries\, schools\, and community organizations. As a cultural producer and educator\, Nina creates engaging learning experiences that bring Japanese history\, traditional arts\, and cultural stories to life through hands-on activities and meaningful cultural connections. 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n									Questions? If you have any questions about the workshop\, please contact us at [nina@japanina.com].
URL:https://jasdfw.org/event/toki-the-japanese-elvis-returns-to-dallas/
LOCATION:Trees\, 2709 Elm Street\, Dallas\, TX\, 75226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture & Community
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SUMMARY:Design Your Own Pouch: Ise Katagami Stencil Dyeing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Discover the Art Behind the KimonoFor centuries\, Japanese artisans have used Ise Katagami—intricately hand-cut paper stencils—to create the elegant patterns seen on traditional kimono. This hands-on workshop introduces participants to one of Japan’s nationally recognized traditional crafts through an engaging exploration of history\, design\, and creativity. Participants will examine authentic stencil materials\, learn how traditional stencil paper is made\, and discover how generations of artisans transformed simple paper into incredibly detailed works of art. They will also have the opportunity to touch authentic kimono fabrics and observe how different stencil patterns create unique textile designs. Using professionally designed stencil patterns and authentic Japanese materials\, each participant will create a one-of-a-kind dyed pouch to take home. Because each participant chooses their own pattern placement and color combination\, every finished piece is unique! Workshop Fee Includes: Authentic materials from JapanTraditional stencil tools and suppliesA fabric pouch to dye and take homeAn engaging cultural presentation featuring fun quizzes about the history of Ise KatagamiStep-by-step guidance throughout the creative processPlease note: Due to the detailed paper stencil-cutting involved\, participants must be ages 12 and up. Space is limited to 25 participants\, so register soon to secure your spot! Event DetailsDate: Sunday\, November 1Time: 3:00–4:30 PMLocation: JASDFW ThinktankAddress: 500 N Central Expy #201\, Plano\, TX 75074Age Requirement: 12 and upRegistration FeesMembers: $35Non-members: $45Please click the button below to register and secure your spot! *Registration closes at 6:00 PM on October 31.**Detailed information about the event\, including arrival instructions\, will be emailed to registered participants after registration closes. 								\n				\n										\n						\n									Registration\n					\n					\n								\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n									  Meet Your Instructor								\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n																														\n				\n		\n				\n									Nina Shimaguchi is a Japanese cultural educator\, producer\, and Culture Programming Specialist at the Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth (JASDFW). Originally from Osaka\, Japan\, Nina grew up surrounded by traditional Japanese culture. Inspired by her family’s cultural heritage\, she began practicing Japanese calligraphy at the age of three and has since developed a lifelong passion for sharing Japan’s traditions and craftsmanship. Since beginning her work in Houston in 2018\, Nina has designed and led more than 400 Japanese cultural programs\, engaging over 24\,000 participants through museums\, libraries\, schools\, and community organizations. As a cultural producer and educator\, Nina creates engaging learning experiences that bring Japanese history\, traditional arts\, and cultural stories to life through hands-on activities and meaningful cultural connections. 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n									Questions? If you have any questions about the workshop\, please contact us at [nina@japanina.com].
URL:https://jasdfw.org/event/design-your-own-pouch-ise-katagami-stencil-dyeing-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Culture & Community
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SUMMARY:2026 Bonenkai Forget-the-Year Party
DESCRIPTION:Discover the Art Behind the KimonoFor centuries\, Japanese artisans have used Ise Katagami—intricately hand-cut paper stencils—to create the elegant patterns seen on traditional kimono. This hands-on workshop introduces participants to one of Japan’s nationally recognized traditional crafts through an engaging exploration of history\, design\, and creativity. Participants will examine authentic stencil materials\, learn how traditional stencil paper is made\, and discover how generations of artisans transformed simple paper into incredibly detailed works of art. They will also have the opportunity to touch authentic kimono fabrics and observe how different stencil patterns create unique textile designs. Using professionally designed stencil patterns and authentic Japanese materials\, each participant will create a one-of-a-kind dyed pouch to take home. Because each participant chooses their own pattern placement and color combination\, every finished piece is unique! Workshop Fee Includes: Authentic materials from JapanTraditional stencil tools and suppliesA fabric pouch to dye and take homeAn engaging cultural presentation featuring fun quizzes about the history of Ise KatagamiStep-by-step guidance throughout the creative processPlease note: Due to the detailed paper stencil-cutting involved\, participants must be ages 12 and up. Space is limited to 25 participants\, so register soon to secure your spot! Event DetailsDate: Sunday\, November 1Time: 3:00–4:30 PMLocation: JASDFW ThinktankAddress: 500 N Central Expy #201\, Plano\, TX 75074Age Requirement: 12 and upRegistration FeesMembers: $35Non-members: $45Please click the button below to register and secure your spot! *Registration closes at 6:00 PM on October 31.**Detailed information about the event\, including arrival instructions\, will be emailed to registered participants after registration closes. 								\n				\n										\n						\n									Registration\n					\n					\n								\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n									  Meet Your Instructor								\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n																														\n				\n		\n				\n									Nina Shimaguchi is a Japanese cultural educator\, producer\, and Culture Programming Specialist at the Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth (JASDFW). Originally from Osaka\, Japan\, Nina grew up surrounded by traditional Japanese culture. Inspired by her family’s cultural heritage\, she began practicing Japanese calligraphy at the age of three and has since developed a lifelong passion for sharing Japan’s traditions and craftsmanship. Since beginning her work in Houston in 2018\, Nina has designed and led more than 400 Japanese cultural programs\, engaging over 24\,000 participants through museums\, libraries\, schools\, and community organizations. As a cultural producer and educator\, Nina creates engaging learning experiences that bring Japanese history\, traditional arts\, and cultural stories to life through hands-on activities and meaningful cultural connections. 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n									Questions? If you have any questions about the workshop\, please contact us at [nina@japanina.com].
URL:https://jasdfw.org/event/2026-bonenkai-forget-the-year-party/
CATEGORIES:Culture & Community
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SUMMARY:2027 Mochitsuki New Year’s Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Discover the Art Behind the KimonoFor centuries\, Japanese artisans have used Ise Katagami—intricately hand-cut paper stencils—to create the elegant patterns seen on traditional kimono. This hands-on workshop introduces participants to one of Japan’s nationally recognized traditional crafts through an engaging exploration of history\, design\, and creativity. Participants will examine authentic stencil materials\, learn how traditional stencil paper is made\, and discover how generations of artisans transformed simple paper into incredibly detailed works of art. They will also have the opportunity to touch authentic kimono fabrics and observe how different stencil patterns create unique textile designs. Using professionally designed stencil patterns and authentic Japanese materials\, each participant will create a one-of-a-kind dyed pouch to take home. Because each participant chooses their own pattern placement and color combination\, every finished piece is unique! Workshop Fee Includes: Authentic materials from JapanTraditional stencil tools and suppliesA fabric pouch to dye and take homeAn engaging cultural presentation featuring fun quizzes about the history of Ise KatagamiStep-by-step guidance throughout the creative processPlease note: Due to the detailed paper stencil-cutting involved\, participants must be ages 12 and up. Space is limited to 25 participants\, so register soon to secure your spot! Event DetailsDate: Sunday\, November 1Time: 3:00–4:30 PMLocation: JASDFW ThinktankAddress: 500 N Central Expy #201\, Plano\, TX 75074Age Requirement: 12 and upRegistration FeesMembers: $35Non-members: $45Please click the button below to register and secure your spot! *Registration closes at 6:00 PM on October 31.**Detailed information about the event\, including arrival instructions\, will be emailed to registered participants after registration closes. 								\n				\n										\n						\n									Registration\n					\n					\n								\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n									  Meet Your Instructor								\n					\n				\n		\n					\n		\n				\n																														\n				\n		\n				\n									Nina Shimaguchi is a Japanese cultural educator\, producer\, and Culture Programming Specialist at the Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth (JASDFW). Originally from Osaka\, Japan\, Nina grew up surrounded by traditional Japanese culture. Inspired by her family’s cultural heritage\, she began practicing Japanese calligraphy at the age of three and has since developed a lifelong passion for sharing Japan’s traditions and craftsmanship. Since beginning her work in Houston in 2018\, Nina has designed and led more than 400 Japanese cultural programs\, engaging over 24\,000 participants through museums\, libraries\, schools\, and community organizations. As a cultural producer and educator\, Nina creates engaging learning experiences that bring Japanese history\, traditional arts\, and cultural stories to life through hands-on activities and meaningful cultural connections. 								\n				\n					\n				\n		\n					\n				\n									Questions? If you have any questions about the workshop\, please contact us at [nina@japanina.com].
URL:https://jasdfw.org/event/2027-mochitsuki-new-years-celebration/
LOCATION:Crow Museum of Asian Art on the UT Dallas campus\, 777 Loop Road SW\, Richardson\, TX\, 75080\, United States
CATEGORIES:Culture & Community
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