Workshops
Enjoy an afternoon of fun workshops! Learn more about the exciting workshops and special events happening during the Regional Connector Celebration event on Saturday, September 9 between 1:30PM - 4:30PM!
Workshops are hosted at small businesses in the Little Tokyo neighborhood. To participate, please sign up at the location on the day-of the event.
Space is subject to availability. Check back at the next workshop time if spots fills up.
ANIME JUNGLE TRADING CARD GAME WORKSHOP
Anime Jungle • 319 E 2nd St Unit 103
Step into the vibrant world of anime with Anime Jungle’s Weis Schwarz Trading Card Game Workshop! Learn how to play a game that blends characters and scenes from 70+ video games, anime, and manga. This FREE workshop is open to all. Sign up on-site (spots are first come, first serve), grab a trial deck, and come have fun with fellow fans.
Workshop Times: 1:30 - 2:15 PM, 2:15 - 3:00 PM, 3:00 - 3:45 PM, 3:45 - 4:30 PM
ALOHA CAFE SPAM MUSUBI WORKSHOP
Aloha Cafe • 410 E 2nd St
Join Aloha Cafe for a step-by-step tutorial on how to make a classic Spam musubi, a snack composed of a slice of grilled Spam on top of a block of rice, wrapped together with nori in the tradition of Japanese omusubi. Experience a taste of Hawaii right in our own backyard with one of the best Hawaiian restaurants in Los Angeles!
Workshop Time: 2:00 - 3:00 PM
EMOJI WORKSHOP AT OKAYAMA KOBO
Okayama Kobo • 328 1st St
Decorate your very own Emoji-Pan (sweet bun filled with homemade vanilla bean custard) at Okayama Kobo. Okayama Kobo Bakery & Cafe bakes fresh from scratch daily, using additive/preservative-free dough, and 100% Hokkaido flour. The end result is a delicious, pillowy soft, and a irresistible treat!
Workshop Times: 1:30 - 2:30 PM & 3:00 - 4:00 PM
LITTLE TOKYO FLORIST WORKSHOP
Little Tokyo Florist • 333 S Alameda St #110
Join Little Tokyo Florist in a delightful journey into the art of Ikebana or Japanese flower arrangement! At this FREE workshop, you'll grasp the basics of this time-honored technique. Craft your own floral masterpiece using traditional ikebana tools and take it home as a cherished keepsake. Fresh flowers, vases and materials will be provided. Suitable for ages 12 and up.
Workshop Times: 1:30 - 2:30 PM & 3:00 - 4:00 PM