Events

All programs are open for registration on August 1st of each year for the upcoming season. Each season runs from October through the summer of the next year.

Craft activity for kids of all ages
Family Fun Day: Tanabata
Make a wish for the Star Festival, Tanabata! Write your wish on a strip of colored paper, or tanzaku, and tie it to a branch of our Tanabata bamboo to celebrate.
10:00AM, Sunday, July 6, 2025
Lobby
Tea Ceremony Class
Sado: Beginner I & II
Thursday or Sunday Sessions
Expand upon your knowledge of Japanese tea ceremony in this hands-on class. Perform traditional Japanese tea ceremony, with its ever-evolving seasonal subtleties, in the authentic Seishin-an Tea House under the guidance of instructor Yoshiko Hardick. The tea ceremony changes from month to month and from season to season.
10:15AM, Sunday, July 6, 2025
Tea House
10:15AM, Thursday, July 10, 2025
Tea House
10:15AM, Sunday, September 7, 2025
Tea House
10:15AM, Thursday, September 11, 2025
Tea House
Tea Ceremony Class
Sado: Intermediate Classes
Expand upon your knowledge of Japanese tea ceremony in this hands-on class. Perform traditional Japanese tea ceremony, with its ever-evolving seasonal subtleties, in the authentic Seishin-an Tea House under the guidance of instructor Yoshiko Hardick. The tea ceremony changes from month to month and from season to season.
1:00PM, Sunday, July 6, 2025
Tea House
1:00PM, Thursday, July 10, 2025
Tea House
1:00PM, Sunday, September 7, 2025
Tea House
1:00PM, Thursday, September 11, 2025
Tea House
Experience the Garden Early
Member Morning Walks
Open to all Morikami Members

We are excited to announce the start of a unique program - Member Morning Walks. This is an exclusive opportunity for our valued members to experience the gardens in the calm of morning, before the hustle and bustle of the day begins. Every Wednesday and Friday, you can escape into the serene beauty of our lush …

9:00AM, Wednesday, July 9, 2025
Morikami Gardens
9:00AM, Friday, July 11, 2025
Morikami Gardens
9:00AM, Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Morikami Gardens
9:00AM, Friday, July 18, 2025
Morikami Gardens
9:00AM, Wednesday, July 23, 2025
Morikami Gardens
9:00AM, Friday, July 25, 2025
Morikami Gardens
9:00AM, Wednesday, July 30, 2025
Morikami Gardens
9:00AM, Friday, August 1, 2025
Morikami Gardens
9:00AM, Wednesday, August 6, 2025
Morikami Gardens
9:00AM, Wednesday, August 6, 2025
Morikami Gardens
9:00AM, Friday, August 8, 2025
Morikami Gardens
9:00AM, Wednesday, August 13, 2025
Morikami Gardens
9:00AM, Friday, August 15, 2025
Morikami Gardens
9:00AM, Wednesday, August 20, 2025
Morikami Gardens
9:00AM, Friday, August 22, 2025
Morikami Gardens
9:00AM, Wednesday, August 27, 2025
Morikami Gardens
9:00AM, Friday, August 29, 2025
Morikami Gardens
9:00AM, Wednesday, September 3, 2025
Morikami Gardens
9:00AM, Friday, September 5, 2025
Morikami Gardens
9:00AM, Wednesday, September 10, 2025
Morikami Gardens
9:00AM, Friday, September 12, 2025
Morikami Gardens
9:00AM, Wednesday, September 17, 2025
Morikami Gardens
9:00AM, Friday, September 19, 2025
Morikami Gardens
9:00AM, Wednesday, September 24, 2025
Morikami Gardens
9:00AM, Friday, September 26, 2025
Morikami Gardens
Grade 3rd – 12th
Calligraphy Youth Workshop
Learn how to write your name and some Japanese words with ink and brush, two traditional calligraphy writing implements in this hands-on workshop.
11:30AM, Saturday, July 12, 2025
Oki Education Center
Underwritten by United States - Japan Foundation
Documentary Film - Fall Seven Times, Get up Eight: The Japanese War Brides
Discussion led by Co-Director Karen Kasmauski and Moderator Carla Stansifer, Curator of Japanese Art
Despite lingering wartime enmity, tens of thousands of Japanese wives -- the biggest influx of Asian women in U.S. history -- crossed the Pacific. They began new lives in difficult and to them mysterious circumstances, scattered across the country in places where they were often the first Japanese ever seen. What was it like to abandon family, friends and country, and marry a former enemy? Even for those whose choice of spouse proved to be a tragic mistake, there was no turning back. Many in Japan viewed them as social outcasts and even today the words "war bride" in Japanese carry such a stigma -- of bar girls, even prostitution -- that people don't like to say them. Now these women are in their 80s. This is their story, of lives shaped by one irrevocable decision. Kathryn Tolbert was a
1:00PM, Saturday, July 19, 2025
Morikami Theater
Adult Workshop
The Art of Kokedama
Kokedama is the Japanese art of growing plants in a moss-covered ball of soil. It is wrapped with string and contains an ornamental plant growing inside. These beautiful and decorative plants bring an organic and natural touch to planting orchids, succulents, and other ornamental plants. Learn the mechanics of how to make kokedama, creating two regular size and one small one to decorate your home or to give away to a special person.
10:00AM, Saturday, July 26, 2025
Oki Education Center
Celebrate Obon Weekend at the Morikami
Obon Weekend
Enjoy live taiko drumming performances in the spirit of Obon
We invite guests to take a contemplative stroll through the gardens, enjoy live taiko drumming performances in the spirit of Obon, and pay their respects to George Morikami at the Bon altar.
10:00AM, Saturday, August 16, 2025
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
10:00AM, Sunday, August 17, 2025
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
Craft activity for kids of all ages
Family Fun Day: Gachapon Keychains
August 8th is Gachapon Day! Gachapon are capsules filled with toys and other goodies that are popular with children in Japan. Make your own little toy of Japanese animals to keep in your own capsule!
12:00PM, Saturday, August 16, 2025
Sakai Room (Library)
AN EXCLUSIVE FUNDRAISING EVENT CELEBRATING OBON
Launch the Lantern Dinner
Join us this special fundraising dinner event followed by the floating of your personalized lantern on the lake.
6:30PM, Sunday, August 17, 2025
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
Taiko class - camp 2022
Grade 3-12
Youth Workshop: The Way Of Taiko: The Heartbeat Of Japan
Traditional Drum Workshop
This workshop introduces participants to the history and practice of taiko drumming. Participants are taught how to understand sounds and movements, i.e., how to connect nature and the meaning of body movement. They will become familiar with the way of taiko and its drumming techniques.
11:00AM, Sunday, August 24, 2025
Morikami Theater
Adult Workshop
Nerikomi Ceramic Workshop
Nerikomi is a hand-building pattern technique made with colored clay, by mixing colored clay and then press it together. “Neri” means to mix, and “komi” means to press. The clay is layered in different patterns to create a block of clay. After, you slice the block into thin layers. Finally, you make a pattern in a repetitive (or abstract) way from these slices to create different objects. In this workshop students will learn in the first class to create a patterned block of two colors of clay. The second class will be dedicated to cut the slabs and transform them into nice trays, plates or vessels.
10:00AM, Saturday, September 6, 2025
Oki Education Center
Craft activity for kids of all ages
Family Fun Day: Sports Day Hachimaki
Start off the school year strong with a hachimaki, a Japanese headband!
12:00PM, Saturday, September 6, 2025
Kamiya Room (Classroom A)
Taiko Drumming Show outside at sunset with guests viewing from the terrace
Sunset Stroll

2025 Sunset Stroll Dates and Special Performances: September 11, 2025 “ The Journey of Japanese Fashion: Heisei (1989–2019) to Reiwa (2019–Present)“ Fashion Show hosted by Mirai Con This cultural fashion show showcases the evolution of Japanese fashion through the Heisei and Reiwa eras. Expect a visually stunning and informative experience. Performance Schedule (In our …

5:30PM, Thursday, September 11, 2025
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
Adult Workshop
Kyudo: The Basics of Japanese Archery 101 Workshop
The beginners Kyudo workshop will provide an introduction to the equipment used for Kyudo practice as well as the training attire. Those attending will receive instruction in the 8 basic stages required for the correct shooting of a bow. This includes posture, form, and shooting stance. Please note that participants will not be shooting an actual bow and arrow in this workshop, but will be using a Kyudo rubber bow as a beginner.
10:00AM, Saturday, September 13, 2025
Oki Education Center
Sado: Tea Ceremony Workshop
Omotesenke School
This workshop teaches the basics of sadō – The Way of Tea – necessary to understand the aesthetics of sadō and to fully enjoy the tea ceremony itself. Participants become familiar with how to participate as a guest, how to make a bowl of tea, and serve it.
1:00PM, Saturday, September 13, 2025
Tea House
The Art of Bonsai
Bonsai means “a tree in a tray.” The art of bonsai creates the illusion of age and maturity of a tree which has developed and sustained the effects of nature for many years. Students of bonsai learn to artfully trim and train a tree in a container. Beginner and Intermediate Students welcome!
9:00AM, Sunday, September 28, 2025
Oki Education Center
9:00AM, Sunday, November 9, 2025
Oki Education Center
9:00AM, Sunday, January 4, 2026
Oki Education Center
9:00AM, Sunday, February 8, 2026
Oki Education Center
9:00AM, Sunday, March 22, 2026
Oki Education Center
Japanese Traditional Instrument
Koto Class
Koto is a traditional Japanese stringed instrument first introduced to Japan from China in the 7th-8th centuries. Learn about the history, culture and techniques in how to play this exquisite instrument in this 5-week course. Instruments will be provided for participants to use in the class.
10:30AM, Saturday, October 4, 2025
Morikami Theater
10:30AM, Saturday, November 8, 2025
Morikami Theater
10:30AM, Saturday, January 10, 2026
Morikami Theater
10:30AM, Saturday, February 21, 2026
Morikami Theater
two pink flowers in vases
Ikebana Flower Arrangement
Ikebana Ikenobo Class
Flower arranging, ikebana, is a traditional Japanese art form spanning centuries. Ikebana has various different schools of study, each with unique philosophies and aesthetics. Dating back to the 15th century, the Ikenobo School is the oldest and most traditional. Students in this course learn the basic principles and style of Ikenobo, creating fresh flower arrangements each week to take home and enjoy. Beginners welcome!
11:00AM, Tuesday, October 7, 2025
Oki Education Center
11:00AM, Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Oki Education Center
11:00AM, Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Oki Education Center
11:00AM, Tuesday, January 6, 2026
Oki Education Center
11:00AM, Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Oki Education Center
11:00AM, Tuesday, March 3, 2026
Oki Education Center
11:00AM, Tuesday, April 7, 2026
Oki Education Center
11:00AM, Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Oki Education Center
Ikebana Flower Arrangement
Ikebana Sogetsu Class
Flower arranging, ikebana, is a traditional Japanese art form spanning centuries. Ikebana has various different schools of study, each with unique philosophies and aesthetics. The Sogetsu School is a contemporary school which focuses on the creativity and individuality of ikebana. The idea is that ikebana can be done by anyone, anywhere, with almost anything. Students will learn the basics of Sogetsu and create pieces each week to take home and enjoy. Beginners and Intermediate students welcome!
10:30AM, Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Oki Education Center
10:30AM, Wednesday, November 5, 2025
Oki Education Center
10:30AM, Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Oki Education Center
10:30AM, Wednesday, January 7, 2026
Oki Education Center
10:30AM, Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Oki Education Center
10:30AM, Wednesday, March 4, 2026
Oki Education Center
10:30AM, Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Oki Education Center
10:30AM, Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Oki Education Center
10:30AM, Wednesday, May 27, 2026
Oki Education Center
Morikami Book Club
Open to all Morikami Members

Embark on a thrilling literary journey with Benefactor member Christine Carton and fellow Morikami members as they kick off a brand new season of riveting book explorations! To join the Morikami Book Club, please reach out to Christine Carton at christinec@gate.net. All meetings will be held on the second Wednesday of each month at 12 pm at …

12:00PM, Wednesday, October 8, 2025
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
12:00PM, Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
12:00PM, Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
12:00PM, Wednesday, January 14, 2026
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
12:00PM, Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
12:00PM, Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
12:00PM, Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
12:00PM, Friday, May 8, 2026
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
12:00PM, Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
12:00PM, Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
Adult Workshop
Shibori Indigo Workshop
The use of indigo dye, or aizome, has a long and cherished history in Japan. The deep blue colors for which Japanese textiles are celebrated come from the leaves of the tade ai, a plant introduced to Japan from China in the sixth century. Shibori is a Japanese technique of manual resist dyeing used to make patterns on fabrics. Learn various shibori techniques and get a chance to make your own shibori creation.
10:00AM, Saturday, October 11, 2025
Oki Education Center
10:00AM, Saturday, November 15, 2025
Oki Education Center
10:00AM, Saturday, February 21, 2026
Oki Education Center
10:00AM, Saturday, March 14, 2026
Oki Education Center
Bamboo
Spanish Haiku Poetry Workshop

Learn the art of Japanese haiku poetry in Spanish! In this workshop learn how to develop and create your haiku with your Spanish speaking instructor from Cinco Books and using a handy book to help you structure your poem. 2025-2026 Schedule Date Saturday, October 11, 2025 Time 11:00am - 12:00pm Price $45 Location Kamiya Room in the main museum building Suggested …

11:00AM, Saturday, October 11, 2025
Kamiya Room (Classroom A)
Japanese Traditional Tea Ceremony
The Way Of Tea: Sado Demonstration
Observe Japanese sado, an ever-changing demonstration rich in seasonal subtleties. Your involvement in the true spirit of sado — harmony (wa), reverence (kei), purity (sei), tranquility (jaku) will help you bring a calm perspective into your busy life.
12:00PM, Saturday, October 11, 2025
Morikami Theater
12:00PM, Saturday, November 15, 2025
Morikami Theater
2:00PM, Saturday, December 13, 2025
Morikami Theater
12:00PM, Saturday, January 17, 2026
Morikami Theater
12:00PM, Saturday, February 7, 2026
Morikami Theater
12:00PM, Saturday, March 14, 2026
Morikami Theater
12:00PM, Saturday, April 18, 2026
Morikami Theater
12:00PM, Saturday, May 16, 2026
Morikami Theater
Adult Workshop
Butoh Dance Workshop
Butoh, a type of Japanese dance theater came on the scene in 1959 and over the decades has grown beyond Japan and onto the international scene.
11:00AM, Saturday, October 18, 2025
Morikami Theater
11:00AM, Saturday, April 11, 2026
Morikami Theater
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