Due to the ongoing public health threat of COVID-19, programs are subject to change and/or cancellation. By participating, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure to COVID-19.
Morikami provides informative and unique experiences for all ages through its Special Programs. Here you will find educational and cultural programming related to our current exhibitions and all things Japan—lectures, films, performances, special events, and more!
Explore each special programs page or browse the full list.
Concerts Films Moon Over Morikami Morikami Goes to Portland Speaker Series Stroll for Well-Being
In this panel, Matthieu Felt and Christopher Smith contextualize selections from this year’s festival within the history of post 3/11 Japan and trends in recent Japanese Cinema. Matthieu Felt highlights the theme of returning to the past, either directly, through a medium, through interpersonal relations, or through the director’s filmography. In this year’s festival selections, …
Friday, December 4th through Sunday, December 13th, 2020 Cost: FREE with advance registration The Japanese Film Festival (JFF) is a project held by the Japan Foundation to promote Japanese film around the world. With a slogan of “Japanese Film Anytime, Anywhere.” This year, in addition to the conventional in-person Japanese Film Festival (JFF) events, they will be …
Its infrastructure devastated by World War II, Japan's economic engine cranked back to life thanks to the power of imagination, from intricate toys to thrilling comics and anime. As Japan's creative geniuses honed their crafts, increasingly immersive products and virtual escapes began profoundly transforming lifestyles around the globe -- and making Japan the planet's factory of dreams. Join Matt …
Japan has produced one of the world’s most fascinating national cinemas, and the Japanese view of the natural world permeates film. Images are used to project the Japanese perception of nature, be it subtly or overtly, and the resulting cinematic collages offer a fascinating look at the relationship between the people and their surroundings. This …
In Japanese with English subtitles.
In Japanese with English subtitles.
In Japanese with English subtitles.
Please know that our theater tends to be quite cold so you may want a sweater or jacket with you. ABOUT THE SPEAKER Director, writer, and producer, Yujiro Seki, was born and raised in Japan and earned a BA in Film from the University of California, Berkeley. Seki moved to Los Angeles to work as a director …
Free Lecture: No reservations. Tickets will be given out the day of the event, at a first come, first served basis. Please know that our theater tends to be quite cold so you may want a sweater or jacket with you. ABOUT THE SPEAKER Paula Arai received her Ph.D. in Buddhist Studies from Harvard University, specializing in Japanese …
For your health and safety, theater programs are limited to 33% capacity, socially distancing seating arrangements will be implemented, and attendees are required to wear a mask.
For your health and safety, theater programs are limited to 33% capacity, socially distancing seating arrangements will be implemented, and attendees are required to wear a mask.
In English
For your health and safety, theater programs are limited to 33% capacity, socially distancing seating arrangements will be implemented, and attendees are required to wear a mask.
In English
Rescheduled! A magnificent tour of Portland’s gardens, museums and culinary explorations await those seeking to broaden their cultural horizons. This five day, four night trip includes visits to some of Portland’s most notable stops, including: The Portland Japanese Gardens (private tour) The Lan Su Chinese Gardens (private tour) The Samaritan Gardens of Lebanon, Oregon (guided tour provided …
Please note: Patrons under 17 are required to have an accompanying parent or adult guardian with them. ID is required if you are by yourself.
For your health and safety, theater programs are limited to 33% capacity, socially distancing seating arrangements will be implemented, and attendees are required to wear a mask.
For your health and safety, theater programs are limited to 33% capacity, socially distancing seating arrangements will be implemented, and attendees are required to wear a mask.