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SUMMARY:Autumn Ikebana Workshops with Tomoko Sempo Yanagi
DESCRIPTION:The Ireland Japan Association is delighted to invite you to the annual Autumn Ikebana Workshops\, organised in cooperation with Tomoko Sempo Yanagi\, Professor of the Ikenobo Ikebana Society and Chairperson of the Ikenobo UK & Ireland Group\, and hosted by Warrenmount Education Centre\, Dublin. \n\n\n . \n\n\nThis is a unique opportunity to discover the history\, philosophy\, and traditions of Ikebana – the Japanese art of flower arranging\, learn specific techniques from a leading Ikenobo professor\, and take part in a hands-on workshop and create your own beautiful autumn Ikebana arrangement to bring home. \n\n\n  . \n\n\nDate: Sunday\, 9 November 2025\nTimes: Two workshop sessions available: 11 AM – 12.45 PM and 2 PM – 3.45 PM\nVenue: Warrenmount Education Centre\, 15/17 Mill Street\, Dublin 8\, D08 V58X\nPlease note: No parking available at the venue. Kindly plan your arrival in advance. \n\n\n  . \n\n\n \n\n\n  . \n\n\nTicket Options \n\n\n€65 – 1 workshop | €110 – 2 workshops\nIncludes: workshop participation\, flowers\, materials\, 1 Kenzan (flower holder) and 1 ceramic container. \n\n\n€45 – 1 workshop | €90 – 2 workshops\nIncludes: workshop participation\, flowers\, materials\, and 1 ceramic container (If you choose this workshop option\, please note that Kenzan is not included – attendees must bring their own!) \n\n\n . \n\n\nOptional add-ons (pre-book required): Extra Kenzan | Extra ceramic container \n\n\nPayment for add-ons can be made in cash directly at the workshop time. \n\n\n  .     \n\n\n  . \n\n\nEvent Highlights \n\n\n* Introduction to Ikebana’s rich history and philosophy \n* Demonstration by Professor Tomoko Sempo Yanagi \n\n\n* Guided hands-on workshop to create your own arrangement \n\n\n* Time to photograph and share your finished work \n\n\n  . \n\n\nBookings \n\n\nPlease reserve your place by Friday\, 24 October 2025 by emailing info@ija.ie\nCancellations and refunds available until Friday\, 24 October 2025. After this date\, cancellations are non-refundable. \n\n\n  . \n\n\nAbout Ikebana\nIkebana is the ancient and meditative Japanese art of flower arranging\, originating over 550 years ago with the Ikenobo school in Kyoto. Once cherished by emperors\, warriors\, and nobility\, Ikebana continues today as a highly respected cultural practice worldwide. Rooted in tradition yet open to new styles\, Ikebana invites us to connect with nature in a thoughtful and creative way. \n\n\n  . \n\n\nAbout Tomoko Sempo Yanagi \n\n\nTomoko Sempo Yanagi is the President of the Ikenobo UK & Ireland Group and holds the title of Professor with the Ikenobo School of Ikebana. She has been immersed in Ikebana since childhood\, with her first public demonstration taking place in California in 1989. Since moving to the UK in 1998\, Tomoko san has exhibited her work and led workshops at a wide range of venues and events\, including the Embassy of Japan in London\, the Hammersmith and Fulham Flower Show\, Google European HQ (Dublin)\, Cisco Poland\, the Flower Council of Holland\, as well as in secondary schools across London. In 2001\, she was awarded a bronze medal at the Royal Horticultural Society London Flower Show. Educated and having lived in Japan\, the US\, and the UK\, Tomoko san brings a unique international perspective to her teaching and practice. She is also a proud mother of Irish-Japanese sons. \n . \n . \n .
URL:https://ija.ie/event/autumn-ikebana-workshops-with-tomoko-sempo-yanagi/
LOCATION:Warrenmount Education Centre\, 15/17 Mill Street\, Dublin 8\, Dublin\, D08 V58X
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SUMMARY:IJA Bounenkai End of Year Party 2025
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to celebrate! The IJA Bounenkai End of Year Party 2025 is happening on Thursday\, 20th November at Yamamori Tengu\, Dublin\, and you are invited!\n.\nLet’s get together for a fun-filled evening to unwind\, catch up\, and raise a glass to everything we have achieved over the past year. Come along for great company\, delicious food\, and plenty of good cheer and help us mark a special moment as we celebrate the Commendation of the Foreign Minister of Japan\, awarded to the IJA earlier this year.\n.\nThis prestigious recognition is presented to organisations and individuals worldwide who have made outstanding contributions to strengthening ties with Japan\, and acknowledges the IJA’s decades of work promoting economic\, cultural\, and educational connections between Ireland and Japan. Read more!\n.\nDate: Thursday\, 20th November\nTime: 7 – 10 p.m. (Doors open from 6 p.m.)\nVenue: Yamamori Tengu\, 37 Strand Street Great\, North City\, Dublin 1\, D01 TR20\n.\nEverybody is welcome!\nOpen to IJA members and non-members.\n.\n.\n\n.\n.\n\nEvent Programme\n* Doors open from 6 p.m.\n* Welcome words and Kanpai at 7 p.m. A welcome drink sponsored by the IJA Council to celebrate the Foreign Minister’s Commendation.\n* Japanese 3-course dinner served at 7.15 p.m.\n* Celebrations continue until 10 p.m.\n.\nTickets\n€50 – IJA members\n€60 – Non-members\nStrictly 18+ only.\n.\nBookings\nIf you would like to join the Bounenkai celebrations\, please RSVP by Friday\, 14th November by email: info@ija.ie or call 01-6787008.\n* Places are limited\, so early booking is recommended.\n* Drinks are not included in the ticket price.\n* Cancellations: Accepted until close of business on 14th November. After this date\, refunds will not be available.\n.\nCorporate members and teams are welcome! A great opportunity to celebrate together in a lively Dublin city centre venue.\n.\n.\nThis event is organised in cooperation with IJA Patron Member Yamamori.
URL:https://ija.ie/event/ija-bounenkai-end-of-year-party-2025/
LOCATION:Yamamori Tengu\, 37 Strand Street Great\, Dublin 1\, Ireland
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