Dassai Sake Series Continues at Japan Society

Dassai Sake Series: Benihana and Beyond

Thursday, July 24 at 7:00 p.m. (Please arrive by 6:45 p.m.)

Japan Society – 333 E. 47th Street (between 1st and 2nd Avenues)

Admission: $45 | $35 Japan Society members

Join Dassai Chairman Hiroshi Sakurai and Keiko Ono Aoki, entrepreneur and CEO of Benihana of Tokyo, for a talk about the past, present, and future of both organizations. Both leaders will engage in a dialogue around the themes of “Challenge” and “Innovation,” discussing how they blend yesterday and tomorrow with the goal of rising to the modern world. 

How are we defined by our history, and what is our obligation to it? What are the realities of the U.S.-Japan world today and new dangers and opportunities within it? Is there a future without innovation? How can one create change within a historic organization? And what are the needs to create real revolution? Japan Society invites you to spend the evening with Hiroshi Sakurai and Keiko Ono Aoki to hear their answers. 

To purchase tickets, please visit Japan Society’s website.

About the Dassai Sake Series

The Dassai Sake Series is an ongoing lecture series pairing thought and business leaders from across the U.S.-Japan world together onstage with festive sake celebrations. The Dassai brand is built around the goal of bringing revolution to the sake industry, and the Dassai Sake Series is similarly focused on engaging conversations with U.S.-Japan leaders who have created their own revolutions—each concluding with celebratory networking receptions and kampai toasts to their success.

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NIJI-JAPANESE ARTIST POP UP SHOP TO HOLD MARKET AT RESOBOX

Autumn Japanese Maker’s Market

Sunday, October 22 from 12:30 p.m. until 5:30 p.m.

RESOBOX – 91 3rd Street (at 1st Avenue)

Admission: Free

Discover Japanese-inspired accessories and art at niji-Japanese Artist Pop Up Shop’s craft show at RESOBOX in the East Village.

Accessories such as earrings, necklaces, and more Japanese-inspired products will be on sale, and you’ll have the opportunity to meet the artists in person, hear their stories, and learn about the intricate details behind each item. Discover truly unique and creative works for yourself, or find the perfect gift for your loved ones.

To learn more about the vendors and reserve your spot, please visit niji-Japanese Artist Pop Up Shop’s Eventbrite page.

Participating Vendors

• Chocolateclayyy – Polymer clay and resin jewelry and sculptures

• Kazaria3 – Handmade hats made of used Japanese kimono fabric

• Usagiduck – Stationery, apparel, and art prints of original character Usagiduck and their animal friends

• Pucci Ropa Jewelry – Handmade sterling silver/brass jewelry in organic and abstract shapes

• satokomatsu – “Word picture” jewelry

• Hooks and Luxe – Accessories made from eco-friendly materials

• Unipaca Studio – Handmade stationery items such as vinyl stickers, sticker sheets, and acrylic keychains

• Karepango – Whimsical art that celebrates the satirical side of everyday life

• TeaLoveCrochet – Knit and crocheted accessories inspired by food, Harajuku, and the artist’s Asian American culture

• Poiful Rugs – Handcrafted rugs inspired by Japanese culture and nature

• Fragrant Olive – Handmade soaps with Japanese koi fish and makeup bags using Japanese fabrics

• Riverside Wrapping Co. – Mizuhiki (Japanese paper cords) accessories

• Nappel – “Pop Up Sox” baby socks that are made of organic cotton and have 3D animal ears that “pop up”

Crafting Workshops

Before the event begins, there will be two crafting workshops from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m.

Soap Making Workshop by Tamami

Cost: $30 (includes materials for two soaps)

Accomplished instructor Tamami, the founder of the esteemed handmade brand Fragrant Olive, will guide participants as they craft two unique handmade soaps: a rabbit soap with natural exfoliant and a teddy bear sandwich soap. To register, please visit niji-Japanese Artist Pop Up Shop’s website.

Let’s Make Teru Teru Bozu Ghost Amigurumi with Petrina/TeaLoveCrochet

Cost: $35 (includes yarn, crochet hook, and accessories)

“Amigurumi” is the Japanese art of crocheting or knitting small stuffed animals or toys using yarn and a hook or needles, often resulting in cute and charming creatures. A “teru teru bozu” is a Japanese talisman made to stop the rain and bring good weather. Petrina of TeaLoveCrochet will teach participants simple crochet stitches and how to read a pattern to make a cute teru teru bozu ghost, perfect for this spooky season! To register, please visit niji-Japanese Artist Pop Up Shop’s website.

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