Join the Japan House interns on an interactive exploration of Onigiri (Japanese rice balls) and their history, culture, and preparation methods. During this event, you will learn to make your own onigiri, try out onigiri from different parts of Japan and enjoy some miso soup and tea to pair. Your presence and participation will directly support Onigiri Action, (https://onigiri-action.com/en/) a campaign to give school meals to children in need around the world!
- Session 1: 12-1pm
- Session 2: 1:30-2:30 pm
There are two sessions available and they are both identical. Please register for one session only. Reservations are required, no walk-in’s or observers will be allowed due to limited space inside. Space is limited to 20 per session.
All guests will be asked to remove shoes upon entering, and to wear clean socks inside the building (we have some to lend you if you forget). Please do not be late - once the workshop begins, entry will not be permitted so as to not disrupt the tasting experience.
All guests will be seated in the main classroom where our interns will greet you and give you a brief presentation on the history of onigiri, types of onigiri, onigiri in media and rice culture. You will be able to enjoy three flavors of onigiri! You will also be able to enjoy our special miso soup and sencha tea. When checking out, please indicate if you need a vegetarian meal as one onigiri will contain pork.
Afterwards, interns will inform guests of the Onigiri Action campaign and take a group photo with attendees. We will also have setups for guests to take their own photos and share on their social media. We ask that guests post photos from the event of their onigiri with #OnigiriAction so that Table for Two and their generous partners will donate to deliver 5 school meals to children in need around the world!
