LA's website unveils April's schedule of events
Get ready for an unforgettable experience as Los Angeles prepares to host a series of exciting events that blend tradition with technology.
Firstly, on Monday, April 28, 2025, the Dodgers will be hosting a "Japanese Heritage Night" Watch Party at Ovation Hollywood's outdoor courtyard. The event will take place from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., offering fans a unique opportunity to enjoy the game while immersed in Japanese culture. Dave & Buster's will be serving drinks and bites for attendees, and the game will be projected on a large screen in the courtyard.
Meanwhile, at Japan House Los Angeles, the highly anticipated "NEO-JAPONISM | SAMURAI AND BEYOND: Exploring Tradition Through Technology" exhibition is on display. This immersive experience revitalizes Japanese cultural history using advanced digital visualization technologies. Visitors can interact with 3D digital renderings of ancient armor, scale models of 3,000-year-old dogū figurines, and detailed recreations of Japanese castle architecture. The exhibition also features high-definition 3DCG artwork and offers a new video tour that brings historical artifacts—from warlord tea bowls to Edo-period art—to vivid life in Los Angeles.
The exhibition highlights interactive technologies developed in collaboration with NHK and Japan’s museums, which enhance access and engagement through digital means. These technologies enable close-up examination and immersive exploration of priceless Japanese cultural treasures, blending tradition with cutting-edge digital interaction techniques.
In addition to the exhibition, a talk titled "Steel and Honor | The Legacy of the Samurai Sword" will take place on April 26. This talk showcases a local collector's rare collection of Japanese swords, ornaments, and more. The event is free for all fans to attend and is in partnership with Jidai Arts, complementing the "NEO-JAPONISM | SAMURAI AND BEYOND: Exploring Tradition Through Technology" exhibition.
For those who are interested, there's a Kokoro Care Spring "Sakura & Hanami" Package giveaway running from April 1 to April 30. This giveaway is open only to legal residents, 18 years of age or older, of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia. No purchase is required to enter the giveaway, and up to five winners can receive a hand-curated Japanese treats collection. The giveaway is on Instagram (@our website) and more information can be found on the our website Los Angeles website and social channels: Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube, and LinkedIn.
The "NEO-JAPONISM | SAMURAI AND BEYOND: Exploring Tradition Through Technology" exhibition is currently on display at our website Gallery, Level 2, and will run through Monday, September 1, 2025. For more details about the exhibition's hours, visit the our website Los Angeles website.
Lastly, Asano Taiko U.S. will perform live drums during the event, adding a rhythmic beat to the evening's festivities. So, mark your calendars and join us in Los Angeles for a celebration of Japanese heritage and culture!
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- The intricate fusion of tradition and technology will be showcased in the "NEO-JAPONISM | SAMURAI AND BEYOND: Exploring Tradition Through Technology" exhibition, taking place at the gallery in Los Angeles from April 1 to September 1, 2025.
- This exhibition, a collaboration with NHK and Japan’s museums, presents historical artifacts with interactive technologies, enabling visitors to explore priceless Japanese cultural treasures in a new, immersive way.
- Apart from the exhibition, a talk titled "Steel and Honor | The Legacy of the Samurai Sword" will take place on April 26, displaying a local collector's rare collection of Japanese swords and ornaments.
- Concurrently, baseball fans can experience Japanese culture at the Dodgers' "Japanese Heritage Night" Watch Party on April 28, 2025, where traditional food, drinks, and performances will be available.
- For those interested, a Kokoro Care Spring "Sakura & Hanami" Package giveaway is running until April 30, offering up to five winners a hand-curated collection of Japanese treats.
- Closing the series of events, Asano Taiko U.S. will perform live drums during the exhibition, adding a rhythmic beat to the evening's festivities and lasting entertainment for the entire community.
