■IKEBANA SALON (Japanese-style flower arrangement) for foreigners

Foreign participants are invited to experience one of the Japanese cultures. Learn the basics of Japanese style flower arrangement, Ikebana.
Date/Time: Every 3rd Wednesday 10:30 am - 12:00nn
Place: Tama City Int'l. Center Room
(7F, VITA Commune, Seiseki Sakuragaoka)
Fee (flower expense included): 1,000 yen/lesson
Those who'll join for the first time or want to take a trial lesson, please apply to TIC Office in advance (Tel. 042-355-2118).
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