11/23 -- Photography Member Day
Nov
23
8:00 AM08:00

11/23 -- Photography Member Day

Exclusive shoot for photography members! Capture the beauty of the garden before it opens to the public. 

The garden is open exclusively to Photography Members before-hours, and tripods and other equipment not allowed during regular business hours are welcome during this shoot.

To RSVP for this shoot, please contact seattlejapanesegarden@seattle.gov.

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11/14 -- Photography Member Day
Nov
14
8:00 AM08:00

11/14 -- Photography Member Day

Exclusive shoot for photography members! Capture the beauty of the garden before it opens to the public. 

The garden is open exclusively to Photography Members before-hours, and tripods and other equipment not allowed during regular business hours are welcome during this shoot.

To RSVP for this shoot, please contact seattlejapanesegarden@seattle.gov.

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Tea Ceremony: Introduction to Chanoyu
Oct
26
1:00 PM13:00
Tea

Tea Ceremony: Introduction to Chanoyu

Practiced in Japan for centuries, the art of tea ceremony --also called Chado, or The Way of Tea-- is imbued with harmony, respect, purity, and tranquility.

Our Shoseian Tea house offers an unparalleled opportunity to experience tea ceremony in a traditional roji garden setting. Tankokai will be your host for this 40-minute "Introduction to Chanoyu" experience.

Tankokai, the Seattle chapter of Chado Urasenke, is a membership organization for the Urasenke Chado practitioners. Their mission is to promote better understanding and appreciation of the rich culture and spirit of Japan through the art of Chado, "The Way of Tea".

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10/26 -- Photography Member Day
Oct
26
8:00 AM08:00

10/26 -- Photography Member Day

Exclusive shoot for photography members! Capture the beauty of the garden before it opens to the public. 

The garden is open exclusively to Photography Members before-hours, and tripods and other equipment not allowed during regular business hours are welcome during this shoot.

To RSVP for this shoot, please contact seattlejapanesegarden@seattle.gov.

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10/25 -- Tea Ceremony: Introduction To Chanoyu
Oct
25
1:00 PM13:00
Tea

10/25 -- Tea Ceremony: Introduction To Chanoyu

Practiced in Japan for centuries, the art of tea ceremony --also called Chado, or The Way of Tea-- is imbued with harmony, respect, purity, and tranquility.

Our Shoseian Tea house offers an unparalleled opportunity to experience tea ceremony in a traditional roji garden setting. Omotosenke-ryu will be your host for this 40-minute "Introduction to Chanoyu" experience.

Omotesenke-ryu is a Seattle-based tea group. Their presentations at Seattle Japanese Garden are "a communication of the minds of host and guests through the enjoyment of delicious tea together".

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10/20 -- Tea Ceremony: Introduction To Chanoyu
Oct
20
1:00 PM13:00
Tea

10/20 -- Tea Ceremony: Introduction To Chanoyu

Practiced in Japan for centuries, the art of tea ceremony --also called Chado, or The Way of Tea-- is imbued with harmony, respect, purity, and tranquility.

Our Shoseian Tea house offers an unparalleled opportunity to experience tea ceremony in a traditional roji garden setting. Omotosenke-ryu will be your host for this 40-minute "Introduction to Chanoyu" experience.

Omotesenke-ryu is a Seattle-based tea group. Their presentations at Seattle Japanese Garden are "a communication of the minds of host and guests through the enjoyment of delicious tea together".

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Tea Ceremony: Introduction To Chanoyu
Oct
19
1:00 PM13:00
Tea

Tea Ceremony: Introduction To Chanoyu

Practiced in Japan for centuries, the art of tea ceremony --also called Chado, or The Way of Tea-- is imbued with harmony, respect, purity, and tranquility.

Our Shoseian Tea house offers an unparalleled opportunity to experience tea ceremony in a traditional roji garden setting. Chaboshu will be your host for this 40-minute "Introduction to Chanoyu" experience.

Chaboshu is a Seattle's premier men's tea group which was established to promote public awareness about Japanese tea ceremonial practices for men. The group consists of members from different Chado schools.

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10/10 -- Photography Member Day
Oct
10
8:00 AM08:00

10/10 -- Photography Member Day

Exclusive shoot for photography members! Capture the beauty of the garden before it opens to the public. 

The garden is open exclusively to Photography Members before-hours, and tripods and other equipment not allowed during regular business hours are welcome during this shoot.

To RSVP for this shoot, please contact seattlejapanesegarden@seattle.gov.

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Tea Ceremony: Introduction to Chanoyu
Oct
6
1:00 PM13:00
Tea

Tea Ceremony: Introduction to Chanoyu

Practiced in Japan for centuries, the art of tea ceremony --also called Chado, or The Way of Tea-- is imbued with harmony, respect, purity, and tranquility.

Our Shoseian Tea house offers an unparalleled opportunity to experience tea ceremony in a traditional roji garden setting. Tankokai will be your host for this 40-minute "Introduction to Chanoyu" experience.

Tankokai, the Seattle chapter of Chado Urasenke, is a membership organization for the Urasenke Chado practitioners. Their mission is to promote better understanding and appreciation of the rich culture and spirit of Japan through the art of Chado, "The Way of Tea".

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10/3 -- Free First Thursday: Chigiri-e collage demonstration by Constance Perenyi
Oct
3
2:30 PM14:30

10/3 -- Free First Thursday: Chigiri-e collage demonstration by Constance Perenyi

Chigiri-e is a kind of traditional collage technique practiced in Japan and translates “to tear art,” or “painting with paper.” Constance Perenyi illustrates portraits and landscapes using a unique technique influenced by Chigiri-e. Her papers, hand-made in Japan, are torn and layered with a vegetable-based paste creating the feel of fur and feathers.

Join us on Saturday, June 10th, 11am-1pm in the Tateuchi Community Room for a demonstration and a fun family-friendly hands-on experience by Constance Perenyi!

Admission to the garden is FREE for children 12 and younger from 10 am to 2pm for Family Saturday.

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10/3 through 10/13 -- Hatsumomiji 2024
Oct
3
to Oct 13

10/3 through 10/13 -- Hatsumomiji 2024

Join us for Hatsumomiji (初紅葉) – the beloved tradition of appreciating nature’s art. Each day brings out more colors to the Seattle Japanese Garden during this time of year creating a breathtaking view.

* Admission to the garden ends 45 minutes prior to the closing time (No admission after 4:15pm)

* Plan to arrive at least one hour prior to the closing time

* Tripods are not allowed in the garden

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9/29 Tea Ceremony: Introduction to Chanoyu
Sep
29
1:00 PM13:00
Tea

9/29 Tea Ceremony: Introduction to Chanoyu

Practiced in Japan for centuries, the art of tea ceremony --also called Chado, or The Way of Tea-- is imbued with harmony, respect, purity, and tranquility.

Our Shoseian Tea house offers an unparalleled opportunity to experience tea ceremony in a traditional roji garden setting. Tankokai will be your host for this 40-minute "Introduction to Chanoyu" experience.

Tankokai, the Seattle chapter of Chado Urasenke, is a membership organization for the Urasenke Chado practitioners. Their mission is to promote better understanding and appreciation of the rich culture and spirit of Japan through the art of Chado, "The Way of Tea".

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09/28 -- Photography Member Day
Sep
28
8:00 AM08:00

09/28 -- Photography Member Day

Exclusive shoot for photography members! Capture the beauty of the garden before it opens to the public. 

The garden is open exclusively to Photography Members before-hours, and tripods and other equipment not allowed during regular business hours are welcome during this shoot.

To RSVP for this shoot, please contact seattlejapanesegarden@seattle.gov.

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9/21 Tea Ceremony: Introduction To Chanoyu
Sep
21
1:00 PM13:00
Tea

9/21 Tea Ceremony: Introduction To Chanoyu

Practiced in Japan for centuries, the art of tea ceremony --also called Chado, or The Way of Tea-- is imbued with harmony, respect, purity, and tranquility.

Our Shoseian Tea house offers an unparalleled opportunity to experience tea ceremony in a traditional roji garden setting. Chaboshu will be your host for this 40-minute "Introduction to Chanoyu" experience.

Chaboshu is a Seattle's premier men's tea group which was established to promote public awareness about Japanese tea ceremonial practices for men. The group consists of members from different Chado schools.

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09/12 -- Photography Member Day
Sep
12
8:00 AM08:00

09/12 -- Photography Member Day

Exclusive shoot for photography members! Capture the beauty of the garden before it opens to the public. 

The garden is open exclusively to Photography Members before-hours, and tripods and other equipment not allowed during regular business hours are welcome during this shoot.

To RSVP for this shoot, please contact seattlejapanesegarden@seattle.gov.

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9/8 Tea Ceremony: Introduction To Chanoyu
Sep
8
1:00 PM13:00
Tea

9/8 Tea Ceremony: Introduction To Chanoyu

Practiced in Japan for centuries, the art of tea ceremony --also called Chado, or The Way of Tea-- is imbued with harmony, respect, purity, and tranquility.

Our Shoseian Tea house offers an unparalleled opportunity to experience tea ceremony in a traditional roji garden setting. Omotosenke-ryu will be your host for this 40-minute "Introduction to Chanoyu" experience.

Omotesenke-ryu is a Seattle-based tea group. Their presentations at Seattle Japanese Garden are "a communication of the minds of host and guests through the enjoyment of delicious tea together".

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9/7 Tea Ceremony: Introduction to Chanoyu
Sep
7
1:00 PM13:00
Tea

9/7 Tea Ceremony: Introduction to Chanoyu

Practiced in Japan for centuries, the art of tea ceremony --also called Chado, or The Way of Tea-- is imbued with harmony, respect, purity, and tranquility.

Our Shoseian Tea house offers an unparalleled opportunity to experience tea ceremony in a traditional roji garden setting. Tankokai will be your host for this 40-minute "Introduction to Chanoyu" experience.

Tankokai, the Seattle chapter of Chado Urasenke, is a membership organization for the Urasenke Chado practitioners. Their mission is to promote better understanding and appreciation of the rich culture and spirit of Japan through the art of Chado, "The Way of Tea".

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Exhibit: Flower, Bird, Wind, Moon by Kanako Abe
Sep
5
to Nov 30

Exhibit: Flower, Bird, Wind, Moon by Kanako Abe

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Through the new cut-paper art collection, Kachou Fūgetsu (花鳥風月), translating to "Flower, Bird, Wind, Moon,” Kanako aims to evoke a serene and introspective experience inspired by this timeless theme.

Seattle-based Kanako Abe transforms sheets of paper into intricate designs with a precision knife and hours of dedication.

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8/25 Tea Ceremony: Introduction to Chanoyu
Aug
25
1:00 PM13:00
Tea

8/25 Tea Ceremony: Introduction to Chanoyu

Practiced in Japan for centuries, the art of tea ceremony --also called Chado, or The Way of Tea-- is imbued with harmony, respect, purity, and tranquility.

Our Shoseian Tea house offers an unparalleled opportunity to experience tea ceremony in a traditional roji garden setting. Tankokai will be your host for this 40-minute "Introduction to Chanoyu" experience.

Tankokai, the Seattle chapter of Chado Urasenke, is a membership organization for the Urasenke Chado practitioners. Their mission is to promote better understanding and appreciation of the rich culture and spirit of Japan through the art of Chado, "The Way of Tea".

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08/24 -- Photography Member Day
Aug
24
7:45 AM07:45

08/24 -- Photography Member Day

Exclusive shoot for photography members! Capture the beauty of the garden before it opens to the public. 

The garden is open exclusively to Photography Members before-hours, and tripods and other equipment not allowed during regular business hours are welcome during this shoot.

To RSVP for this shoot, please contact seattlejapanesegarden@seattle.gov.

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8/17 Tea Ceremony: Introduction To Chanoyu
Aug
17
1:00 PM13:00
Tea

8/17 Tea Ceremony: Introduction To Chanoyu

Practiced in Japan for centuries, the art of tea ceremony --also called Chado, or The Way of Tea-- is imbued with harmony, respect, purity, and tranquility.

Our Shoseian Tea house offers an unparalleled opportunity to experience tea ceremony in a traditional roji garden setting. Chaboshu will be your host for this 40-minute "Introduction to Chanoyu" experience.

Chaboshu is a Seattle's premier men's tea group which was established to promote public awareness about Japanese tea ceremonial practices for men. The group consists of members from different Chado schools.

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8/11 Tea Ceremony: Introduction To Chanoyu
Aug
11
1:00 PM13:00
Tea

8/11 Tea Ceremony: Introduction To Chanoyu

Practiced in Japan for centuries, the art of tea ceremony --also called Chado, or The Way of Tea-- is imbued with harmony, respect, purity, and tranquility.

Our Shoseian Tea house offers an unparalleled opportunity to experience tea ceremony in a traditional roji garden setting. Omotosenke-ryu will be your host for this 40-minute "Introduction to Chanoyu" experience.

Omotesenke-ryu is a Seattle-based tea group. Their presentations at Seattle Japanese Garden are "a communication of the minds of host and guests through the enjoyment of delicious tea together".

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8/10 Tea Ceremony: Introduction to Chanoyu
Aug
10
1:00 PM13:00
Tea

8/10 Tea Ceremony: Introduction to Chanoyu

Practiced in Japan for centuries, the art of tea ceremony --also called Chado, or The Way of Tea-- is imbued with harmony, respect, purity, and tranquility.

Our Shoseian Tea house offers an unparalleled opportunity to experience tea ceremony in a traditional roji garden setting. Tankokai will be your host for this 40-minute "Introduction to Chanoyu" experience.

Tankokai, the Seattle chapter of Chado Urasenke, is a membership organization for the Urasenke Chado practitioners. Their mission is to promote better understanding and appreciation of the rich culture and spirit of Japan through the art of Chado, "The Way of Tea".

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8/10 -- Family Saturday: Gardens for Peace Water Calligraphy
Aug
10
11:00 AM11:00

8/10 -- Family Saturday: Gardens for Peace Water Calligraphy

The Seattle Japanese Garden is participating in the North American Japanese Garden Association’s Gardens for Peace event. Visit the garden from 11am to 1pm on August 10th to draw a peace pattern with water onto special water-writing calligraphy scrolls. You can also fold an origami peace crane inspired by Sadako and the Thousand Peace Cranes in the Tateuchi Community Room.

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