PARTNER EVENT:

The Japan-America Society of Washington DC and the U.S. National Arboretum invite you to the annual exclusive nighttime opening of the National Arboretum as we celebrate the ancient custom of admiring the Harvest Moon, rain or shine. Families are welcome, and parking is free! Attendees may bring their own picnic or order an obento through the Society.

Activities for the whole family to include:

• National Bonsai & Penjing Museum exhibition “Twisted Genius: The Eccentric Bonsai Artistry of Nick Lenz” from 8:00 – 9:00 PM

• Haiku writing

• Tea ceremony

• Shodo (calligraphy), origami, Otsukimi-related craft, and other Japan-related children’s games

• Free sake tasting

• Mochitsuki (mochi-pounding)

• Other cultural activities TBA

A portion of the registration fee will be donated to the National Arboretum. All attendees must be on the security list regardless of age. 

Many thanks to Hakutsuru for providing the sake for this event and the U.S. National Arboretum for cosponsoring.

$25 for JASWDC/NBF/FONA Members
$35 for Non-Members
(Additional $5 for tea ceremony participation)
Free for children 15 and under

$15 Obento + Water

Obento cancellations after Monday, October 22 and no-shows cannot be refunded.