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    Halloween Japanese Kitsune (Fox) Mask Painting Workshop

    Aldgate Tower 2 Leman Street, London, United Kingdom

    The Kitsune mask has been a staple in Japanese culture for hundreds of years. You may have seen it being used in manga, film, and theatre. A kitsune mask is a traditional Japanese mask that represents a fox. In Japanese folklore, the kitsune is a mythical creature with shape-shifting abilities and supernatural powers. It is believed to possess intelligence and wisdom.

    We are inviting you to join this fun workshop! You’ll use brushes, colourful paint, your imagination and creativity to draw a beautiful fox mask just for yourself!

  • Hanami Season: Sakura (Cherry Blossom) Fan Painting & Kimono Experience

    DA Aldgate Centre 2 Leman St, United Kingdom

    this will interest you Hanami, which translates to "flower viewing," specifically refers to the tradition of appreciating the beauty of cherry blossoms (sakura) in Japan. Cherry blossoms are not just flowers; they hold cultural significance, symbolizing the transient nature of life, beauty, and renewal. Historically, people in Japan have dressed in kimono for significant cultural...

  • Dragon Boat Festival Perfume Pouches Making Workshop

    DA Aldgate Centre 2 Leman St, London, United Kingdom

    Xiang bao (香包), or perfume pouches, are a traditional craft made during the Dragon Boat Festival. The pouches are good luck charm worn on the body or hung to ward off bad spirits. Let's learn to make how to make these beautiful pouches!

  • Qixi Chinese Valentine’s Day Embroidery Handkerchief Workshop

    DA Aldgate Centre 2 Leman St, London, United Kingdom

    Celebrate the romantic tale of Qixi, the Chinese Valentine's Day, with a special touch of creativity. Join us for a special Chinese embroidery workshop where you'll have the chance to craft a personalized handkerchief for yourself or a loved one. Learn the art of embroidery and let your hands weave a story of love.

  • Halloween Kitsune Masking Painting workshop

    Halloween Japanese Kitsune (Fox) Mask Painting Workshop

    Step into the enchanting world of Japanese folklore and infuse your Halloween celebrations with a touch of mystique at our Halloween Kitsune Mask Painting Workshop. Kitsune, legendary fox spirits from Japanese mythology, are known for their cunning and shape-shifting abilities.
     
    Now, you have the chance to channel your inner Kitsune and create your own Halloween mask for your party. You will also have a chance to wear the beautiful garment Kimono to complete your Halloween look.

  • xmas furoshiki workshop

    Christmas Japanese Furoshiki Gift Wrapping Workshop

    Join us to learn Japanese Furoshiki, the traditional Japanese art of wrapping gifts with beautiful cloth. Not only is it eco-friendly, but it also makes your Christmas presents look stunning and unique!
    At the workshop, you'll discover different wrapping techniques and get hands-on experience using beautiful Japanese fabrics. Perfect for adding a personal touch to your holiday gift!

  • lantern making workshop

    Lantern Festival Creative Lantern Making Workshop

    The Chinese Lantern Festival, held on the 15th day of the Chinese New Year, marks the end of the Lunar New Year festivities. Lanterns are a central symbol of the festival, representing hope, prosperity, and the dispelling of darkness. People light and release lanterns into the night sky, creating a dazzling display of color and light. Let's create your own lantern in this fun workshop.

  • World Culture Diversity Day – Spotlight on Peking Opera

    Dear Asia Aldgate Center 2 Leman Street, London, United Kingdom

    Celebrate World Culture Diversity Day with Us At Dear Asia, World Culture Diversity Day is close to our hearts. As a team of first- and second-generation Asian immigrants based in London, we’re proud to live in one of the most multicultural cities in the world. London is a true melting pot, and we see this...

  • dragon boat festival bracelet workshop

    Dragon Boat Festival – Create Your Own Five Colour Threads Bracelet Workshop

    Dear Asia Aldgate Center 2 Leman Street, London, United Kingdom

    The Dragon Boat Festival is one of China’s most cherished holidays, celebrated on the fifth day of the fifth lunar month. This ancient festival is steeped in history and culture, known for its exciting dragon boat races, eating traditional food zongzi and weaving colour bracelet. Come join us to celebrate Dragon Boat Festival by creating your very own five color threads bracelet in this festive workshop.

  • The Very Japanese Kintsugi Workshop

    Dear Asia Aldgate Center 2 Leman Street, London, United Kingdom

    Understand Kintsugi The Japanese Way Kintsugi is more than a technique—it offers a glimpse into the Japanese way of seeing the world, shaped by the humble beauty of wabi-sabi. This traditional aesthetic embraces imperfection and transience, finding quiet elegance in the worn, the weathered, and the broken. It reflects a deep cultural humbleness—an acceptance of flaws,...

  • The Very Japanese Kintsugi Workshop

    Dear Asia Aldgate Center 2 Leman Street, London, United Kingdom

    Understand Kintsugi The Japanese Way Kintsugi is more than a technique—it offers a glimpse into the Japanese way of seeing the world, shaped by the humble beauty of wabi-sabi. This traditional aesthetic embraces imperfection and transience, finding quiet elegance in the worn, the weathered, and the broken. It reflects a deep cultural humbleness—an acceptance of flaws,...

  • Tanabata Star Festival – Japanese Calligraphy & Origami Workshop

    Dear Asia Aldgate Center 2 Leman Street, London, United Kingdom

    🎋 Celebrate Tanabata Festival With Us 🎋 Tanabata (七夕), or the Star Festival, is a cherished summer tradition in Japan—but it's still a hidden gem compared to the famous Sakura season or Obon festival. Celebrated on the 7th day of the 7th month, it’s a magical night when two celestial lovers, Orihime and Hikoboshi, are...

  • ESEA Heritage Month + Mid Autumn Festival Celebration

    Dear Asia Aldgate Center 2 Leman Street, London, United Kingdom

    🌕 Celebrate ESEA Heritage Month + Mid Autumn Festival With Us September is ESEA Heritage Month—a time to honor the rich cultures and traditions of East and Southeast Asia. In the UK, there are over 1.5 million people with ESEA family lineage, and we’re proud to share with you the warmth, hospitality, and creativity that define our...

  • Mid Autumn Day – Mooncakes, Tea & Woodblock Printing

    Dear Asia Aldgate Center 2 Leman Street, London, United Kingdom

    🌕 Experience the Magic of the Moon Festival – The Dear Asia Way The Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Moon Festival, is one of the most cherished celebrations in East and Southeast Asia. Traditionally observed on the 15th day of the 8th lunar month, just after the autumn equinox, it marks a time of harvest,...

  • Halloween Korean Style Phantom of Opera – Make a Tal Mask

    Dear Asia Aldgate Center 2 Leman Street, London, United Kingdom

    Add Korean Style to Your Halloween Every Halloween, you might wonder: What costume will make me stand out this year? Should I go for the generic options everyone else is wearing, or is there a crafty way to create something truly unique? This year, why not create a one-of-a-kind spooky mask with us? But what exactly are...