Iei: A Portrait of the Life You Are Living
Part of Memento Mori in NYC. A portrait session with photographer Tokio Kuniyoshi, with or without hair and makeup by Michael. Two-day festival admission included. Digital photos delivered on the spot.
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Sun, Nov 1, 2026Let’s Write the Names of Anime Characters in Japanese Calligraphy
Calling all anime and manga fans! Play a character quiz with Japanese calligraphy artist Taisan Tanaka, then learn to write the characters' names in Japanese with traditional brushes and ink. Cosplay encouraged, no experience needed. $60 per person.
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Nov 5 – 6, 2026Memento Mori in NYC: The Art of Japanese Life and Death
Two days of art, talks, and ritual exploring life through the lens of death, with Japanese artists, thinkers, and makers. Early Bird $20, General Admission $30 — one ticket covers both days.
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Nov 5, 2026Iei: A Portrait of the Life You Are Living
Nov 5, 2026Mizuhiki: Japanese Decorative Knots – Memento Mori Jewelry
Nov 6, 2026 – Jan 8, 2027Bin Kuroshima: Hand-Painted Kyo-Yuzen at Carl Hansen & Søn
Kyoto dye artist Bin Kuroshima's first exhibition with Carl Hansen & Søn, at the Danish furniture maker's Midtown Manhattan flagship. On view November 6, 2026 – January 8, 2027. Opening reception Tuesday, November 10, 6–8 pm. Free admission.
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Memento Mori in NYC: The Art of Japanese Life and Death
FeaturedRESOBOX 91 E 3rd Street, New York, NY, United StatesTwo days of art, talks, and ritual exploring life through the lens of death, with Japanese artists, thinkers, and makers. Early Bird $20, General Admission $30 — one ticket covers both days.
Mizuhiki: Japanese Decorative Knots – Memento Mori Jewelry
RESOBOX 91 E 3rd Street, New York, NY, United StatesPart of Memento Mori in NYC. Learn the basic mizuhiki knots and their meanings with instructor Satoi Adams, and make your own accessory to take home. Limited to 12. Admission ticket required.
Bin Kuroshima: Hand-Painted Kyo-Yuzen at Carl Hansen & Søn
FeaturedCarl Hansen & Søn Flagship Store, Midtown East 145 East 57th Street, New York, NY, United StatesKyoto dye artist Bin Kuroshima's first exhibition with Carl Hansen & Søn, at the Danish furniture maker's Midtown Manhattan flagship. On view November 6, 2026 – January 8, 2027. Opening reception Tuesday, November 10, 6–8 pm. Free admission.
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Memento Mori in NYC After Party: A Night to Celebrate Life
RESOBOX 91 E 3rd Street, New York, NY, United StatesPart of Memento Mori in NYC. Close the two days with an exclusive menu by chef Daisuke Yamada, drinks including Dassai BLUE, and a nōkanshi ritual performance by Koki Kimura. Friday, November 6, 7:00–9:00 pm. $60.
Kimekomi: Japanese Traditional Doll-Making – Frog, Owl & More
RESOBOX 91 E 3rd Street, New York, NY, United StatesMake a kimekomi doll (Frog, Owl, Jizo, Daruma, or Goldfish) by pressing fabric into the grooves of a wooden body. Two hours; no experience necessary, all materials included.
Ikebana: Japanese Flower Arrangement – Ohara Style
RESOBOX 91 E 3rd Street, New York, NY, United StatesOhara-style Japanese flower arrangement in two levels: Introductory Course (6:30–8:30 pm) and Above Beginner (6:00–8:00 pm). Flower fee and materials are included.
Wasanbon Wagashi: Japanese Pressed-Sugar Confectionery
RESOBOX 91 E 3rd Street, New York, NY, United StatesPress wasanbon, a fine Japanese sugar, into carved wooden molds and take the sweets home. A 90-minute class with Yuki Sakura; no baking or experience needed.
Ikebana: Japanese Flower Arrangement – Ohara Style
RESOBOX 91 E 3rd Street, New York, NY, United StatesOhara-style Japanese flower arrangement in two levels: Introductory Course (6:30–8:30 pm) and Above Beginner (6:00–8:00 pm). Flower fee and materials are included.
Suminagashi: Japanese Marbling Art
RESOBOX 91 E 3rd Street, New York, NY, United StatesFloat ink on water and transfer the marbled pattern onto washi paper and fabric in a 60-minute class. No experience necessary; all materials provided. Ages 12+.
Sumi-E: Japanese Ink Painting – Bamboo (Four Noble Ones)
RESOBOX 91 E 3rd Street, New York, NY, United StatesPaint bamboo, one of the Four Noble Ones, in sumi ink in a 70-minute class that starts from the basics, like how to hold the brush. All materials are provided.
Mizuhiki: Japanese Decorative Knots – Woven Bracelet
RESOBOX 91 E 3rd Street, New York, NY, United StatesTie mizuhiki knots and weave them into a lightweight washi-cord bracelet in your own autumn and winter colors, in a two-hour class with Satoi Adams. No experience necessary; materials included.