Join us for an in-person cooking class! We’ll be making daifuku mochi — sweet red bean paste-filled glutinous rice, as well as the strawberry kind, ichigo daifuku! All ingredients will be provided, but you must purchase a ticket ($15 per person) in advance. This class is family friendly for kids 8 and older accompanied by an adult. Kids do need their own ticket.
On Saturday, August 17th, JETAA Ottawa is once more planning a day trip to Val-David to enjoy the 1001 Pots Festival! Check out wares from a variety of different potters as well as enjoy some Japanese sweets right there in the middle of the festival’s grounds!
“Welcoming nearly a hundred Québec artisans each year and offering educational and recreational activities, 1001 Pots is more than an exhibition, it’s the biggest ceramics event in Canada! After more than thirty years at the helm of 1001 Pots, in 2021, Kinya Ishikawa passed the torch to Sacha Ghadiri and Nouchine Dardachti.
Through the exhibition of utilitarian pieces and artistic works of all genres and formats, the presence of artists in residence, the varied demonstrations as well as the musical, poetic, and theatrical performances, the event is a summer must-see in an enchanting setting.”
It is located in Val-David, roughly 2 hours from Ottawa and 70 minutes from Montreal. Space is dependent on carpooling availability. Click here for registration and FAQ!
Follow along with us online on Monday, July 29th with sensei Johanne Léveillé as she demonstrates a variety of calligraphy techniques through kanji and hiragana. Suitable for beginners and experienced calligraphers alike.
Ms. Léveillé started practicing shodō in 1985 while living in Japan. She received a teaching certificate from Tōkyō Daitō Shogakuin (東京大東署学院). She is now based in Ottawa where she has participated in several exhibitions, including at the Embassy of Japan.
The event is free! All you will need to pay for is the cost of materials. We will provide you a list of what you need and where you can buy them either online or in the Ottawa area!
Are you interested in reading more in Japanese but have a hard time finding the resources to do so in Ottawa? Wanting to continue experiencing Japanese culture after Natsumatsuri? Join us Sunday in Annie Pootoogook Park (near Sandy Hill Community Center) to share and swap some books, games, and other Japanese reading materials for the afternoon.
Speaking Japanese is not a requirement, but you are of course, welcome to practice as well!
Location:Annie Pootoogook Park (formerly Sandy Hill Park) Date: Sunday, July 7th, 2024 (the day after OJCA Natsu Matsuri) Start Time: 1:00 PM BYOB (Bring your own books! (‘ω’)ノ📚 )
A message from the Ottawa Japanese Community Association (OJCA)
We are seeking volunteers for the 2024 Natsu Matsuri (Summer Festival), being held on Saturday July 6th at Sandy Hill Community Centre and Annie Pootoogook Park.
Japanese food, crafts, performers, and vendors are all on the program!
We need volunteers for a variety of tasks. If you can spare 2 or more hours July 6th between 9 am – 4:30 pm, please contribute to the success of this beloved festival by volunteering.
We really appreciate your help!
Volunteer registration is now closed. Thank-you! For more info on Natsu Matsuri this year, keep on the look out for updates at OJCA.ca!