Otsukimi - Moon viewing Exhibit 2022
Schedule
Sat Oct 08 2022 at 05:00 pm to 09:00 pm
Location
Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix | Phoenix, AZ
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Instead of going star gazing, the Japanese go moon gazing! Similar to the traditions of Cherry Blossom Viewing and Autumn Leaves Viewing, the Japanese take time to enjoy the moon when it is most beautiful. Our annual Otsukimi Moon Viewing is a traditional Japanese celebration of the full moon. Stroll through our lantern-lit paths in the full moonlight, and enjoy various Japanese displays, musical performances as well as authentic various sake, traditional Japanese food, and snacks. THEME
Our exhibit theme this year is : "明月清風 Meigetsu Seifu ".
Meigetsu Seifu (明月清風) is a Zen phrase that means "a clear moon and cool breeze brings to mind the serenity of moments of deep peace that clear the mind.” This phrase gives one the feeling of longing for the night when the world calms down and the air becomes refreshing after a hot summer day. Meigetsu Seifu brings us into this cooling and calming mood.
ART, ACTIVITIES & PERFORMANCES
-Traditional Japanese Musical Performances with the Shamisen, Bamboo Flute, and Taiko drums in the main performance area
-A Special Exhibit and musical performance using the Koto and Niko in our Tea Garden (Extra $30 per seating, limited to 16 per slot, bundle tickets are available with 1 adult $60 and 1 youth (6-17) $50
-The Koto: (箏) a Japanese plucked half-tube zither instrument, and the national instrument of Japan. It will be played by Naoko from Sacramento California.
-The Niko: a two stringed bowed Chinese instrument, which is also called the “southern fiddle” in Japan.
-Shodo (Japanese calligraphy) at our calligraphy booth where you can get your name written in Japanese!
-Ikebana (Japanese flower arrangement) displays by Ping Wei of Sogetsu Ikebana
-Meigetsu Seifu Bamboo Art installation and Candle display by Japanese Friendship Garden Staff
-Kimono and traditional Japanese goods displays by Junko Horton
-Japanese Knitting Art Display by Mika Okano
-Large Seasonal Calligraphy Scroll Displays
FOOD & DRINK
-Food Vendors: Okonomiyaki (Japanese savory pancakes), Oden and Edamame treats
-Garden Bar: Authentic Japanese Sake and Japanese craft beer
-Supported by Sake Sommelier/唎酒師 from Ozeki Sake U.S.A.
-Snacks: Prepackaged Japanese sweets, snacks, and bottled Japanese drinks will be available through our gift shop.
THE HISTORY OF MOON VIEWING
The word "Otsukimi" means to literally gaze at the moon (月 tsuki means moon and 見 mi means to look). This tradition of enjoying the beauty of the full moon in September and October dates back to the Heian period, from 794 to 1185 A.D. In those days, aristocrats would gather together to admire the moon, recite poetry, and play instruments. They would admire the reflection of the moon on the surface of ponds or on the surface of their cups of sake. Many poems written during Otsukimi can be found in the Kokinshu, a famous ancient Japanese poetry anthology.
DATE & TIME
-Saturday, October 8th & Sunday, October 9th
-5:00 - 9:00 pm (last admission at 8 pm)
-Max Capacity: 250 per hour
FEE (for general admission)
-Adults: $30
-Youth 6-17: $20
-Members: $25
This event will be presale tickets only. Max 250 people
Member Only Hours
-Invitation to Lifetime and higher level members (free)
-On Saturday, October 8th (32 only) 4 – 5 pm
-16 people per time slot, including a Special Exhibit and Music Live Performance in our Tea House!
4:00 – 4:20 pm
4:30 – 4:50 pm
Special FEE: Adult: $45 Youth (6-17): $35
Members can also stay at Otsukimi starting at 5 pm
Special Exhibit and performance at Tea House Bundle (non-member)
FEE
-Adults: $60 per ticket (16 seatings per time slot)
-Youth (6-17): $50 per ticket
-Includes Otsukimi Admission
5:30 – 5:50 pm
6:00 – 6:20 pm
6:30 – 6:50 pm
Break
7:30 – 8:50 pm
8:00 – 8:20 pm
TIMED ENTRY TICKETING
Presale tickets only. Max 250 people per time-slotted ticket. Slots are available every hour. You may be encouraged to make room for the next time-slotted guests after spending approximately 1.5 hours in the exhibit. Our staff will be monitoring capacity for your safety. We appreciate your understanding. Thank you.
LOCATION
Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix
The Garden is located at 1125 North 3rd Avenue, between 3rd Avenue and Latham (2 blocks North of Roosevelt). Parking is available at the garden.
When riding the Light Rail, exit at the Central and Roosevelt stop. The Garden is located on the west side of the rail, 0.3 miles from the station; it is directly behind the Irish Cultural Center (1106 N. Central Ave, Phoenix), just north of Portland Avenue. The Garden entrance is across the parking lot at 1125 N. 3rd Avenue.
CANCELLATION & REFUNDS
Programs that do not meet the minimum guest enrollment one week prior to the start date may be subject to cancellation at the Garden's discretion. The Garden will contact registered guests in programs affected by cancellations and offer refunds or rescheduling options. Guests who withdraw from a program at least ten business days prior to the scheduled program start date may receive a full refund. (A “business day” is defined as M-F.) Guests who do not show up to the program without sufficient notification before the scheduled program must forfeit their payment and reservation.
For more information please visit our Website: https://www.japanesefriendshipgarden.org/
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