Private Events
Looking to incorporate authentic Japanese culture into your next event?
The Japan Society of Boston is pleased to offer help arranging private events that promote Japanese arts and culture throughout Greater Boston.
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We have worked with a wide range of clients including businesses, libraries, schools, festivals, private gatherings, family/friend events, corporate employee workshops, social clubs, professional associations, and more. We can craft workshops to suit any age group, from toddlers to seniors.
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Pricing for private events is based on the type and scope of the event. We offer sliding scale pricing for nonprofits or educational institutions.
Please fill out the inquiry form below if you are interested in having JSB at your next event, or email
info@japansocietyboston.org for any questions. See below for some examples of our most popular private workshops and feel free to reach out if you have other ideas.
Private Events Inquiry
Fill out the form here
Origami
Learn origami with JSB!
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One of the most popular traditional Japanese crafts, origami is the art of paper folding. We provide step-by-step instructions for origami designs of any skill level, and can even develop origami designs that match a specific theme for your event. We bring all the required materials and can also include a presentation with the history and cultural context of origami.
This can be a structured class or a drop-in activity.
Onigiri
Learn how to make a staple Japanese food with JSB!​​
Onigiri are rice balls with customizable fillings, a staple in Japanese daily life. We offer a basic cooking class with step-by-step instruction and all the necessary pre-prepped ingredients. The recipes can be tweaked to suit your dietary needs or to match a specific theme for your event. The workshop can also include a presentation with the history and cultural context of onigiri.
Suminagashi
Create suminagashi masterpieces with JSB!
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Decorate paper in a traditional Japanese fashion by learning the art of suminagashi. Roughly translated as “floating ink,” suminagashi is the art of paper marbling where water and ink are used to produce beautiful patterns. Our workshop includes a presentation about the history and origins of suminagashi, as well as the materials to create your own versions to take home.