Since gaining prominence in the early 2000’s, ukulele marvel Jake Shimabukuro has mesmerized audiences with his innovative and dynamic style, taking the instrument to dizzying new heights. Over a dozen […]
My Daughter Is a Zombie (좀비딸) Friday, August 21st, 2026 at 9:00 PM Director: Pil Gam-Sung Synopsis: “My daughter is a zombie—the last remaining zombie in the world.” Jung-hwan, a […]
Curious? Korea's most-loved beauty and lifestyle brands touch down in Downtown Brooklyn for two weeks only. Mark your calendar. Seoul doesn't come to Brooklyn every day. For two weeks this August, it does, right here at HAUS OF K. KOTRA* New York is launching EVERYDAY IN NEW YORK, a brand new pop-up series bringing curated Korean brands […]
Celebrating its 15th anniversary, Asian Foodways Workshop returns for a sizzling summer celebration: BBQ Around Asia! Our annual summer tradition invites you to explore the rich culinary traditions of Asia through live demonstrations, cultural context, and hands-on tasting. Dr. Hsing-Lih Chou and Dr. Yi-Nian Lee, joined by students from Overseas Chinese University of Taiwan, take […]
Experience Kōshomō, a rare chanoyu incense ritual, followed by matcha in a quiet Obon gathering honoring memory, season, and stillness. The world of chanoyu is filled with quiet pleasures: the beauty of seasonal flowers, the fragrance of incense, and a bowl of matcha shared together. August is the season of Obon in Japan—a time to […]
Taiwan: A World of Orchids returns to Queens Botanical Garden for a thirteenth year — this time with a new, immersive installation and rare orchid species from the Taiwan Orchid Growers Association. In addition to vibrant orchid displays and installations by Taiwanese artists, guests will have the chance to participate in hands-on cultural programming, including workshops on Ikebana, jelly […]
For one afternoon, we’re filling the studio with konbini-inspired treats from some of our favorite NYC bakers, matcha + hojicha drinks by Kitsby! Kitsby Konbini: Bake Sale & Café 🍮 Featuring konbini inspired treats from: @ellyspastrynyc @simplynoms.ny @jijispatisserie @lovecookies.nyc @petitdough.nyc @rakuen.nyc @theburntoutpuff NEW! — onigiris by @gwynethyuma Plus drinks + desserts featuring @oishii.berry by @thekitsby! 🧋 Special thank you […]
Welcome to Chinatown is hosting our annual Hungry Ghost Theater 盂蘭盆節. Come be immersed into the tradition and world of Chinese Opera and more. Celebrate Hungry Ghost Festival in Manhattan Chinatown with a very unique rare opportunity to see LIVE Chinese Opera and more! The Cantonese Opera team will be performing an excerpted of: The Legend of the […]
Meet Daishichi’s 10th-gen Master, Shichiuemon Ohta! Join us for a curated tasting of 9 sakes from Fukushima, Japan’s #1 award-winning region "Experience the Artistry of Fukushima" From award-winning expressions to the pioneering Kimoto method perfected by Daishichi Brewery, you will experience the diverse, centuries-old traditions that make Fukushima the pride of Japanese sake. Daishichi Sake […]
Emerging theatre artist Yuchen Ye will premiere her newest original work, “ACTION,” on Saturday, August 22, 2026, at 7pm at The Tank (312 W. 36th Street, New York). Presented as part of LimeFest, the bilingual documentary performance draws from family archives, historical research, and live storytelling to examine the intersections of war, migration, family, and […]
U.S. Premiere. Blank Canvas: My So-Called Artist’s Journey (Kakukaku Shikajika) is an autobiographical manga by Eisner-winner Akiko Higashimura, the creator of Princess Jellyfish and Tokyo Tarareba Girls, about her high school dream to become a […]
The Korean Tea Table: Discover the Art of Korean Tea and Traditional Tea Snacks with Tea Master Yoon Hee Kim Step into the timeless beauty of Korean tea culture. Join us for The Korean Tea Table, a special cultural workshop where you'll experience the elegance of Darye (Korean Tea Ceremony), enjoy a curated tasting of […]