Spring 2026 CCPL x JAASC - Japanese Culture & Culinary Program for Teens

Japanese Fashion for Teens is a free, interactive cultural program that introduces teens to the creativity, history, and global influence of Japanese fashion and personal style.

Participants will explore how fashion in Japan reflects identity, youth culture, tradition, and innovation—from everyday street style to contemporary trends influenced by pop culture, music, and art. The program encourages curiosity, self-expression, and cultural awareness through discussion and visual examples.

• An engaging overview of Japanese fashion culture
• Exploration of how clothing reflects identity and self-expression in Japan
• Visual examples of styles, trends, and influences
• Open conversation and Q&A designed for teens
• A welcoming, inclusive environment—no prior knowledge required
  

• Teens interested in fashion, culture, art, or global trends
• Curious learners who enjoy creative and cultural exploration

This program is free and open to the public.
Registration is not required but is highly encouraged to help with planning and materials.
Walk-ins are welcome as space allows.

About the Series
This program is part of the Spring Japanese Culture & Culinary Program for Teens, hosted across multiple Charleston County Public Library (CCPL) branches in partnership with the Japan-America Association of South Carolina (JAASC) and Global Table.

Each program is offered at a different CCPL location and time.
Separate registration is available for each event.

Spring 2026 Japan Series for Teens (CCPL)

1) Wando Mount Pleasant Library
Program: Japanese Cooking Demo – Onigiri (for up to 40 teens)
Date/Time: Tuesday, April 2 at 3:45 PM
👉 Separate registration for this location

2) Keith Summey North Charleston Library
Program: Japanese Fashion for Teens
Date/Time: Wednesday, April 1 at 4:00 PM
👉 Separate registration for this location

3) Otranto Road Library
Program: Japanese Fashion for Teens
Date/Time: Tuesday, May 12 at 3:30 PM
👉 Separate registration for this location

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Host or Publisher Aiyana Mathews | Gardner-Mathews Global Management