⭐️ Sake Making Workshop (March 9)
⭐️ Miso Making Workshop (April 27)
・Tea Ceremony (TBD)
・Kimono Dressing (TBD)
・Sake Tasting with Brewery Owner (TBD)
・Maki-e (TBD)
・Gold Gilding (TBD)
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《 Spotlight on Japan in Toronto 》
１．Honoka
Kanten Canada, the only seller of agar in Toronto, has opened a stunning and elegant Japanese sweets shop!
Their flower-shaped cookies and cakes make perfect gifts, while their refined Kanten jelly cups and crystal candies are entirely plant-based and gluten-free.
Each product description tells a story, offering a glimpse into the rich history behind every treat.
Come and enjoy the beautifully crafted traditional Japanese sweets, filled with vibrant colors and cultural heritage!
２．Natural Japaneats
Daifuku is a traditional Japanese confection made by wrapping various sweet fillings in soft, chewy mochi.
The mochi rice used by Natural Japaneats, a macrobiotic-focused business, is sourced locally from Ontario. The variety of fillings are also handmade using fresh produce directly delivered from local farmers.
In addition, they offer healthy maki rolls that are gentle on the body.
Their offerings are so popular that they often sell out quickly at events! While they don’t have a physical store, you can find them at farmers’ markets across Toronto. They’ll also be at the JCCC’s New Year’s Festival on the 19th of this month—don’t miss it!
《 Japanese Event List 》
Jan 19: New Year’s Festival 2025 at JCCC
Check their latest Instagram post for the vendor list!
Feb 1-2: Toronto Tea Festival at Toronto Reference Libary
Feb 7: Sake Lecture & Tasting at The Japan Foundation
Feb 7-8: NEXT STOP JAPAN 2025 (Sake Event) at Eaton Centre
Feb 16: Ichigo-Ichie (Japanese Tea Event) at Momiji
Mar 16: Sake Making Workshop at Kintsugica
Apr 27: Miso Making Workshop at Kintsugica
《 Spotlight on Concert in Toronto 》
1. Kimiko’s Pearl (+ works by Takemitsu, Saint-Saens, and Ravel)
This will be a truly historic concert! The piece is an orchestral arrangement of a ballet composition with the same title, which focuses on the history of Japanese Canadians. This performance will be its world premiere, featuring Grammy-nominated Canadian flutist (Shinobue) Ron Korb, a third-generation Japanese Canadian.
Dates
・Wednesday, April 9 at 8:00 PM
・Friday, April 11 at 7:30 PM
Venue
・Roy Thomson Hall
Discount Code to SAVE 20%: JCCC
Must-read article:
Why This World Première Demands Your Attention: Kimiko’s Pearl & the Story Canada Must Not Forget
2. Sakura Concert – Artist Ron Korb
Ron Korb, who will be performing as a soloist in Kimiko’s Pearl, will also be performing at JCCC!
This concert is part of JCCC’s SakuraFest, a celebration of the cherry blossom season. The program will feature a rich blend of koto, shamisen, taiko, and traditional dance.
There will also be food and drink booths—including sake—so don’t miss out!
Date
・April 17
Doors Open: 7:00 PM
Concert Starts: 7:30 PM
Venue
・JCCC
Tickets
Discount Codes
・General: OTOKU25
・Student: SHAKUHACHI
《 Japanese Sake Group Purchase 》
A special offer for Kintsugica community members!
You can now purchase delicious Japanese sake that is not available at LCBO by the bottle, thanks to a special arrangement with Toronto-based sake distributor Kado Enterprise—normally, these are only sold by the case.Please check this spreadsheet for the sake list and how to place your order.
We recommend accessing the spreadsheet from a computer.
If you’re unable to view or edit it, please let Shuichi know.
DEADLINE: April 11th at 12pm
《 Japanese Event List 》
April 12: Kintsugica Atelier Open House 4–8 PM
We’ve renovated the studio, and we’d love to invite you to our atelier open house!
Come by to see the new space, enjoy some drinks, and celebrate with us.
Let’s enjoy some tea, sake, and snacks together!
You don’t need to be a student or client—just come by and say hello!
April 26: Momiji Spring Market *Kintsugica will not attend
May 5: Miso Making Workshop by Kintsugica — Waiting list only
May 10: Tea Ceremony Demonstration at JCCC
Only $20! The following is included—this info isn’t on the JCCC page, but I confirmed it directly with the organizer:
・Tea ceremony demonstration
・Explanation of the tea ceremony
・Enjoy matcha and sakura mochi
There are only 20 seats per session, and they will sell out quickly—please reserve your tickets soon!
May 10: Kintsugi Lecture and Maki-e Workshop at JCCC
Ticket sales will open soon.
May 15: Kintsugica’s Kintsugi piece auction in CSDA Fundraising Auction at Waddingtons
May 23–25: Anime North
In addition to our usual Maki-e workshop, Kintsugica will also host a Gold Gilding Workshop!
Turn your favorite figures or plastic models into shimmering gold with gold leaf.
June 12: Kampai Toronto (Canada’s largest Sake Festival!) at Wychwood Barns *Kintsugica member will be there to DRINK
June 13–15: Kintsugi Lecture & Maki-e Workshop in Montreal
Details and ticket info coming soon!
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