Join us for mochi and sake tastings, chirashi sushi bowl making, and ikebana flower arranging! This year’s Winter Program Series features hands-on workshops led by our Japan Outreach Initiative Coordinator, Haruka Takaku.
Details and costs below. Heart Mountain Wyoming Foundation members get a discounted price with provided code.
Japanese New Year and Mochi Tasting
January 25, 2025 at 1:00pm
New Year is the most important holiday in Japan, and mochi, soft rice cakes, are one of the most important parts. Come to Heart Mountain to learn about how Japan celebrates the new year, and try out several different types of mochi to celebrate 2025!
Sake and Heart Mountain
February 22, 2025 at 1:00pm
Sake, or rice wine, is more than just a drink. Haruka will talk about the history and cultural meaning of sake in Japan and share stories of how people made sake at Heart Mountain. Learn about the different types of sake and let’s Kampai together!
Chirashi Sushi Bowl Cooking
March 29, 2025 at 1:00pm
March is when girls all over Japan celebrate Hina Matsuri, or the Doll Festival. Families make a colorful meal called chirashi-zushi for the festival. Try out making this special type of sushi and learn about seasonal events in Japan.
Duration: 90 minutes
COST:
Members = $10*
Non-members = $15
*MEMBERS: use code WINTER2025 to get discount at check out; please note that membership cards need to be shown upon arrival at the event.
Ikebana Flower Arrangement
April 26, 2025 at 1:00pm
Many people at Heart Mountain brightened their surroundings by making flower arrangements to decorate their barracks. Celebrate the spring by making your own Japanese style flower arrangement to take home with you.
Duration: 75 minutes
COST:
Members = $15*
Non-members = $20
*MEMBERS: use code WINTER2025 to get discount at check out; please note that membership cards need to be shown upon arrival at the event.
