Special Events

Gift of Tea Bowls from Renowned Artist Ohi Chozaemon XI

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On January 23, 2019, renowned Japanese potter Mr. Ohi (Toshio) Chozaemon XI visited the Morikami. Born in Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture in 1958, he is the 11th in the Ohi yaki (Ohi pottery) lineage of traditional craftsmen. His family craft dates back to 1666 and is best known for producing tea bowls and other utensils used for sado (tea ceremony). He creates his ceramic wares, as his forefathers did, using the soft clay found in the hills outside the town. Each piece is shaped by hand–no wheels are used–and fired …

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Holiday Gift Giving Ideas

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The holidays are about enjoying the fun and festivities with family and friends, not long shopping lines and short tempers. So to help our patrons get the most out of their holiday experience, we’ve put together a few gift giving ideas to help lighten your burden during this season of giving. The Green Thumbs Winter in South Florida? Let’s face it, you’re more likely to see an alligator climbing a fence than snow fall on the peninsula. And with nearly year-round perfect weather, there’s bound to be someone on your …

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Shop Morikami this Holiday Season

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You love Morikami for its beautiful gardens and unique exhibitions, but you’ll also love Morikami for filling your shopping bags as we descend on a busy season of holiday shopping starting this November.   [twocol_one]First, get a head start on your shopping list during our Season Preview Sale in the Museum Store from November 10-12. Morikami members save 20 percent on all regular priced merchandise. Whether you need a hostess gift, holiday gifts or just a little something for yourself, now is the time to indulge. After splurging at Black …

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So Have You Tried The Taiyaki Yet? We Hear It’s Good

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[twocol_one]At Oshogatsu (January 8, 2017), the Morikami grounds turn into an outdoor New Year’s celebration with taiko drumming, dancing lions and food – lots and lots of food. Among the many food vendors will be Cam and Heather Baird of Gaijin Taiyaki, returning for their second year to sell taiyaki, a sweet Japanese snack food that comes in a variety of flavors. Cam and Heather happened upon their food’s popularity, rediscovering it in California, then introducing it in Florida at comic cons and now at Morikami. So have you tried …

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An Inside Look at Tattoo Day

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On February 27, the art of Japanese tattooing will have its very own day at The Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens – a day filled with fun family activities, a rare opportunity to watch a traditional method of tattooing and a chance to hear from tattoo artists who are globally influential. Tattoo Day is inspired by Morikami’s newest exhibit Perseverance: Japanese Tattoo Tradition in a Modern World, on display from February 26 through May 8, 2016. We asked Wendy Lo, The Morikami’s Curator of Education, what will make this brand …

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