Celebrate Family Day at Nikkei Centre

Enjoy free admission to the NNMCC gallery + family-friendly activities on Saturday, February 19!

If you're looking for something to do for Family Day next weekend, head to Nikkei Centre for some family fun! There will be workshops + activities, a magic show and more! Visit Nikkei Centre’s website for full details on times and how to participate.

THINGS TO DO INCLUDE…

  • Tsumami Zaiku Workshop | つまみ細工ワークショップ
    Learn the traditional Japanese craft of Tsumami Zaiku with Fumiko Horan, where you will make flowers using small square-cut pieces of cloth!

  • Cookie Decoration Workshop | クッキーデコワークショップ
    Enjoy the art of cookie decorating that includes all materials!

  • Girls' Day Kimono Dressing Demonstration | 桃の節句着物着付けデモンストレーション
    Join us for our Kimono dressing demonstration to learn the steps and tricks to putting on a Kimono by Fumiko Horan. Enjoy a beautiful visual display of traditional Japanese clothing.

  • Magicjo's Magical World | マジックジョーのマジカルワールド
    Enjoy the Art and Science of Magic performance by MagicJo! Awaken your wonder and revitalize your mind through an element of surprise.

  • Hina Doll Displays | 雛段飾り & Scanvenger Hunt
    Don’t miss this once-a-year opportunity to take a photo with the stunning Japanese Hina dolls! Can you find all the Hina Doll displays? Come and grab the entry ticket for the scavenger hunt at the reception and explore the centre. Children can enter to win a small gift!

  • Manga Sale | まんがセール

  • Free admission to the SAFE | HOME Exhibit

  • Browse the Museum Shop

  • Taiken: Japanese Canadians Since 1877


The Province of British Columbia has provided Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre a grant in support of this free, community Family Day activity.

To learn more visit: https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/governments/celebrating-british-columbia/bc-family-day