Whether it is on canvas, folded into an artistic creation, through spoken words or movement. Engaging others is the core of the Art & Soul of Jtown. The Nihonmachi Street Fair’s Art & Soul of J-town will be back this year to provide you an opportunity to create and see art unfold before your eyes.

Get ready to be inspired! We're unveiling a treasure trove of artistic talent from the AANHPI communities. Be prepare to be amazed by the beauty, depth, and diversity of their creations.

Origami - The Art of Paper Folding
On Osaka Way
We are again partnering with Linda Mihara of Paper Tree, a family owned Legacy Business in the heart of J-town, who is a renowned Origami artist. She along with fellow origami enthusiasts will give Fair attendees the opportunity to create origami Hearts that will be added to our Hearts For Love campaign, as well as teach a Flying Crane which you can take home.

Washi Ningyo - Japanese Doll Making
US Bank Community Room (Japan Center East Mall)
Learn the traditional Japanese art of Washi Ningyo doll making with instructors Yurie Nakamura and Rochelle Lum. This cultural experience offers a unique insight into a craft with a rich history in Japan. You'll discover how each doll, meticulously formed by folding and twisting Washi paper, is believed to reflect the distinct personality of its creator.

Latent August: The Legacy of Hiroshima and Nagasaki
Japantown Peace Gallery at the National Japanese Historical Society
1684 Post Street
Produced by the National Japanese American Historical Society, Inc., this exhibition combines history, memory, and art to present a 50 year retrospective on the atomic bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.

Other cultural events happening in Japantown during Street Fair weekend!