# Event Details - **Event Name**: The Art of Wagashi – Nerikiri Workshop - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 10 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Fri, 10 Jul, 2026 at 07:30 pm - **Event Description**: Experience the Beauty of the Japanese SeasonsAbout this EventDiscover the art of Nerikiri, a traditional Japanese confection that celebrates the beauty of the seasons.Nerikiri is an elegant form of wagashi (Japanese confectionery), crafted from sweet white bean paste and mochi, shaped into seasonal designs. Often served during tea gatherings, Nerikiri is admired not only for its flavor but also for its artistic expression. Because it is rarely available in the United States, this workshop offers a unique opportunity to experience this Japanese culinary art form firsthand.Join us for a beginner-friendly summer workshop at the Heritage Museum of Asian Art, where you will create four Nerikiri inspired by beloved symbols of the Japanese summer—two fireworks and two Japanese fans.Throughout Japan, fireworks festivals illuminate summer evenings, while decorative fans have long been associated with the season. Through the process of shaping and coloring Nerikiri, participants will explore how Japanese confectioners express seasonal beauty through design.The workshop will be held on Friday, July 10, at Heritage Museum of Asian Art (3500 S. Morgan, 3F), with Toshiko Sugii SteffesParticipants will create four Nerikiri pieces and learn traditional techniques for shaping and coloring this seasonal confection. Finished Nerikiri will be packaged in a special take-home container for you to enjoy later.WHAT’S INCLUDEDInstruction on how to make Nerikiri (4 pieces)All materials, tools, and take-home containerDesigns: 2 Fireworks, 2 Japanese FansIngredients: White bean paste, sweet rice flour, water, sugar, red bean paste, and food coloring. Optional decorations include gold leaf and black sesame seeds. Black sesame is not required and may be omitted. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/chicago/the-art-of-wagashi-nerikiri-workshop/100001991511473427 - **Event Categories**: art, workshops, fireworks, festivals, nonprofit, fourth-of-july-fireworks-shows - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes - Location: Heritage Museum of Asian Art - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 74.28, max: 74.28, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Chicago - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: Heritage Museum of Asian Art - **lat**: 41.8303744 - **long**: -87.6513883 - **full address**: Heritage Museum of Asian Art, 3500 South Morgan Street, #3rd Fl, #3rd Fl, Chicago, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: The Art of Wagashi – Nerikiri Workshop - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/e9106c494ad2e7ce74d2aed9893514647d4ca31b240c9f7f2415757bc9445410-rimg-w940-h470-dc095177-gmir.jpg?v=1781251223 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is The Art of Wagashi - Nerikiri Workshop being held? - **A:** The Art of Wagashi - Nerikiri Workshop takes place on Fri, 10 Jul, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Fri, 10 Jul, 2026 at 07:30 pm at Heritage Museum of Asian Art, 3500 South Morgan Street, #3rd Fl, #3rd Fl, Chicago, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing The Art of Wagashi - Nerikiri Workshop? - **A:** The Art of Wagashi - Nerikiri Workshop is organized by Japanese Culture Center. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** The Art of Wagashi - Nerikiri Workshop is ideal for curious learners, students, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Chicago, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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