Texas State Museum of Asian Cultures & Education Center

Bamboo Umbrella Painting (Wagasa Painting):
2025-03-09 16:00 - 18:00 UTC | Texas State Museum of Asian Cultures, 1809 N. Chaparral Street, Corpus Christi, TX, 78401, United States
Originating in Japan during the Heian period, wagasa (Japanese umbrellas) are crafted from bamboo and washi paper, symbolizing elegance and protection against rain or sun. Painting these umbrellas honors traditional craftsmanship and transforms them into vibrant pieces of cultural art.

Make Your Own Mochi: Fruits Daifuku (Strawberry)
2025-03-12 12:30 - 13:30
Learn how to make strawberry daifuku, a delicious variation of mochi filled with sweet red bean paste and fresh fruit! In this interactive class, you’ll master the art of wrapping soft, chewy mochi around juicy strawberries, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures. It’s a fun and tasty way to experience a beloved Japanese confection!

Make Your Own Mochi: Fruits Daifuku (Matcha)
2025-03-13 12:30 - 13:30
Discover the delicious combination of earthy matcha, sweet red bean paste, and fresh fruit in this hands-on mochi-making class! You’ll learn how to create matcha daifuku, a soft, chewy mochi treat infused with green tea and wrapped around a juicy fruit center. It’s a fun and flavorful way to explore traditional Japanese sweets!

Make Your Own Mochi: Chocolate Mochi Fruit Daifuku (Strawberry)
2025-03-14 12:30 - 13:30
Experience a delicious fusion of flavors with chocolate mochi strawberry daifuku! In this interactive class, you’ll learn how to make soft, chewy chocolate-flavored mochi and wrap it around a fresh strawberry with a sweet filling. It’s a fun and decadent twist on a classic Japanese treat!

Japan Day
2025-03-15

Fan Painting (Sensu Painting)
2025-03-16 16:00 - 18:00
Hand fans, sensu (folding fans) are rooted in Japanese court culture, representing refinement and seasonal motifs. Painting them allows participants to blend function and artistry, creating unique expressions of cultural heritage.

Make Your Own Taiyaki: Japanese Fish-Shaped Pastries
2025-03-21 18:00 - 19:00
Learn how to make taiyaki, the beloved Japanese fish-shaped pastry with a crispy outside and a warm, flavorful filling! In this hands-on class, you’ll mix the batter, cook your own taiyaki in a special mold, and filled with red bean paste. It’s a fun and delicious way to experience a popular Japanese street food!

Fried Rice Clinic
2025-03-22 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-03-22 11:30 - 13:00
This is a fun, family-friendly, and hands-on cooking class. You will learn how to make two different kinds of delicious fried rice, discover new ingredients, master cooking techniques, and enjoy eating the fried rice dishes you make! Missed classes or cancellations within 24 hours are non-refundable.

Make Your Own Takoyaki: Vegan Japanese Street Food
2025-03-22 18:00 - 19:00
Learn how to make vegan takoyaki, a plant-based twist on Japan’s famous savory street food! In this hands-on class, you’ll create crispy, golden takoyaki using a flavorful batter and delicious vegan fillings, then top them with classic sauces and seasonings. It’s a fun and tasty way to enjoy this Japanese favorite—completely meat-free!

Paper Lantern Painting
2025-03-23 16:00 - 18:00
Unleash your creativity by painting Quasimoon paper lanterns, inspired by Japan’s rich tradition of chōchin lanterns. In this hands-on class, you’ll decorate your own lantern with vibrant colors and designs, transforming it into a unique symbol of light, luck, and celebration!

Make Your Own Onigiri: Japanese Rice Ball Creations
2025-03-28 18:00 - 19:00
Learn the art of making onigiri, traditional Japanese rice balls filled with delicious ingredients! In this interactive class, you’ll shape and season rice, creating your own personalized onigiri with savory fillings. It’s a fun and tasty way to explore Japanese culinary traditions!

Veggie Dumplings
2025-03-29 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-03-29 11:30 - 12:30
This is a fun, family-friendly, and hands-on cooking class. You will learn how to make scrumptious veggie dumplings, discover new ingredients, master folding techniques, and enjoy eating the dumplings you make!
Missed classes or cancellations within 24 hours are non-refundable.

Make Your Own Mochi: Fruit Daifuku (Strawberry)
2025-03-29 17:00 - 18:00

Fox Mask Painting (Kitsune Mask Painting)
2025-03-30 16:00 - 18:00
Kitsune masks are linked to Japanese folklore, where foxes are revered as messengers of Inari, the deity of rice and prosperity. Painting these masks celebrates the mystical and playful nature of fox spirits while reflecting their role in festivals and performances.

Stir-fry Clinic
2025-04-05 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-04-05 11:30 - 12:30
This is a fun, family-friendly, and hands-on cooking class. You will learn how to make delicious beef stir-fry, discover new ingredients, master cooking techniques, and enjoy eating the dish you make!
Missed classes or cancellations within 24 hours are non-refundable.

Modern Mokuhanga: Japanese-Style Block Printing
2025-04-05 17:00 - 18:00, 2025-04-06 16:00 - 17:00, 2025-04-18 18:00 - 19:00
Discover the beauty of mokuhanga, the traditional Japanese woodblock printing technique—made simple with linoleum! In this class, you’ll carve your own design into a soft linoleum block and create striking prints inspired by centuries of Japanese artistry, all with tools that are beginner-friendly and fun to use.

Umbrella Painting Class (Wagasa)
2025-04-05 17:00 - 19:00
Step into the world of traditional Japanese art with our Umbrella Painting Class (Wagasa). Immerse yourself in a creative experience and unleash your artistic talents to create a beautiful finished product that you’ll cherish forever. Join us for a memorable journey of creativity and inspiration!

Taiyaki (Japanese Fish-Shaped Pastry) Cooking Class
2025-04-06 16:00 - 17:00
Embark on a culinary adventure with our Taiyaki (Japanese Fish-Shaped Pastry) Cooking Class! Immerse yourself in an authentic Japanese experience as you learn to create these delightful treats. Get ready for a fun and interactive session that will leave you with a delicious end result. Sign up now to master the art of Taiyaki making!

Kitsune Mask Painting (Japanese Fox Mask Painting)
2025-04-18 18:00 - 19:00
Immerse yourself in a unique cultural experience with our Kitsune Mask Painting class. Unleash your artistic expression and delve into traditional craftsmanship as you create your very own Japanese Fox Mask. Embrace the beauty of this ancient art form and let your creativity shine!

Veggie Lumpia
2025-04-19 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-04-19 11:30 - 12:30
This is a fun, family-friendly, and hands-on cooking class. You will learn how to make Filipino vegetable spring rolls, discover new ingredients, master folding techniques, and enjoy eating the veggie lumpia you make!
Missed classes or cancellations within 24 hours are non-refundable.

Togei (Japanese Ceramics Making)
2025-04-19 17:00 - 18:00, 2025-04-20 16:00 - 17:00
Explore the art of togei, the traditional craft of Japanese ceramics, in this hands-on class! You’ll learn fundamental shaping and molding techniques to create your own unique pottery piece, inspired by Japan’s rich ceramic heritage. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, this class offers a fun and immersive experience in the timeless beauty of Japanese pottery.

Easter Mochi Fruits Daifuku Cooking Class
2025-04-20 16:00 - 17:00
Discover the ancient art of mochi, a soft and chewy rice cake filled with sweet flavors. In this class, you’ll learn the traditional method of making daifuku mochi and filling it with red bean paste or other delicious ingredients. A fun and tasty way to experience Japanese sweets!

Japanese Paper Lantern Painting
2025-04-25 18:00 - 19:00
Chōchin paper lanterns have long been used to guide spirits and bring illumination to sacred spaces in Japan. Decorating your own lantern connects you to this spiritual and festive tradition, turning it into a personalized symbol of light and celebration!
