Amigurumi

Amigurumi is the Japanese art of knitting or crocheting small stuffed figures that has been gaining popularity in recent years.

6PM

New class dates TBD. Please check back for updates.

Cost: $15 members $25 non-members

To RSVP or for more information, contact Tony Tang at ttang@esgvjcc.org or (626) 960-2566

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Bonsai

Bonsai is a Japanese art form using trees grown in containers. The purposes of bonsai are primarily contemplation (for the viewer) and the pleasant exercise of effort and ingenuity (for the grower). Bonsai practice focuses on long-term cultivation and shaping of one or more small trees growing in a container.

2nd Tuesday/Month
7PM Dining Room

New class dates TBD. Please check back for updates.
$10/Month

ESGVJCC Karaoke Club

The ESGVJCC Karaoke Club is comprised of adults who love to sing both Japanese and English songs. It is a very casual atmosphere where members can choose songs from a list of over 1,000 songs.

3rd Saturday

New class dates TBD. Please check back for updates.
7PM Location TBD
$10/year – Contact Aki Kamimura (626) 222-1843

Ikebana

Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arrangement. It is more than simply putting flowers in a container. It is a disciplined art form in which the arrangement is a living thing where nature and humanity are brought together. It is steeped in the philosophy of developing a closeness with nature..Learn both traditional and modern Japanese Ikebana. 

1st Thursday of every month, 10AM Dining Room

New class dates TBD. Please check back for updates.

$20/month for Beginners
$25/month for Intermediate 

Virtual Ikebana Classes offered monthly

Please contact Melissa Kozono at (626) 960-2566 to RSVP for a class. RSVP is required!  

Introduction to Tea Ceremony

Join us and learn about Japanese tea ceremony! The workshop is led by Mari Robinson, who has 35 years of experience in the Urasenke School of Tea. In this one-time workshop*, experience a traditional Japanese tea ceremony and learn how to properly whisk and drink matcha

New class dates TBD. Please check back for updates.

Cost: $5 All materials included *Same material will be covered every month 

To RSVP please call the ESGVJCC Office at (626) 960-2566 or contact Pearl Omiya, Executive Director. 

Kishin Daiko (Japanese drumming)

Since the group’s establishment at the East San Gabriel Valley Japanese Community Center in June of 1981,Kishin Daiko has continued to entertain, educate and enlighten audiences with the dynamic, powerful and heart stopping sounds of taiko (Japanese drumming).

Practice:

Mondays

Beginner Classes – 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm

Intermediate Classes – 7:30 pm to 8:30 pm
Gym & Sugimoto Family Social Hall

Website:
https://www.kishindaiko.com

Contact: For performance requests or class information
Kishin Daiko or call (909) 393-9499

Koto

Koto is the art of Japanese Harp. The koto is one of the most popular traditional instruments in Japan. 

Please contact the below information for class availability and class location.

Cost:
$20/month for ESGVJCC Members
$30 for Non-members 

For more information, please call the ESGVJCC Office at (626) 960-2566 or email Melissa Kozono.

Odori

Nihon Buyo Lessons at the ESGVJCC!
Group: Bando Ryu Kyo no Kai
Instructor: Bando Hirohichiro

Every second Saturday at 1:00 pm

Cost:
ESGVJCC Members
up to 8 years old: $25/month + $10/month kai dues for 20 minute lesson

8-18 years old: $35/month + $10/month kai dues for 30 minute lesson
18 years and older: $60/month + $10/month kai dues for 30 minute lesson
65 years and older: $50/month + $10/month kai dues for 30 minute lesson

Non-Members
up to 8 years old: $30/month + $10/month kai dues for 20 minute lesson
8-18 years old: $40/month + $10/month kai dues for 30 minute lesson
18 years and older: $70/month + $10/month kai dues for 30 minute lesson
65 years and older: $60/month + $10/month kai dues for 30 minute lesson

To RSVP, contact Melissa Kozono or call the ESGVJCC Office at (626) 960-2566

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Virtual Samurai Movie Screenings

Join us as we explore the world of the samurai of ancient Japan! 

ADMISSION IS FREE! All movies will be presented virtually via Zoom

Upcoming Screenings:

Please check back for updates on upcoming film screenings

Donations are greatly appreciated!

If you would like to sign up and receive the Zoom link, please contact Program Director, Melissa Kozono at mkozono@esgvjcc.org or call (626) 960-2566.

West Covina Yukari-Kai Kime Komi Doll Class

Kimekomi is the Japanese art of doll making. Our purpose is to leave the legacy of the tradition of “Love” & “Culture” of human life to the future through the making of beautiful dolls.

2nd Wednesday of the month
9 AM to 11:30 AM
Classrooms 3 & 4
$40/year

Contact:
ESGVJCC Office at (626) 960-2566