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Morikami Museum Kicks Off Busy April with Kyudo Demonstration
The museum's lineup of cultural events includes traditional Japanese arts and contemporary artistic expressions.
Apr. 2, 2026 at 3:04pm
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The Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens in Delray Beach, Florida is launching a packed schedule of cultural events this April, starting with a demonstration of Kyudo, the traditional Japanese art of archery, on April 4th. The museum will also offer workshops and classes in ikebana (flower arranging), Butoh dance, calligraphy, and ramen spoon carving, as well as a screening of the film 'Tokyo Cowboy' and ongoing tea ceremonies.
Why it matters
The Morikami Museum has long served as a hub for cultural exchange, connecting the local community with authentic and evolving expressions of Japanese art and tradition. Its April programming offers a diverse range of experiences that allow visitors to immerse themselves in centuries-old Japanese practices while also exploring contemporary artistic interpretations.
The details
The Kyudo demonstration on April 4th will focus on the 'Shaho Hassetsu,' or Eight Stages of Shooting, emphasizing the beauty of form and the meditative nature of the practice. Other offerings include ikebana flower arranging classes in the historic Ikenobo and contemporary Sogetsu schools, a screening of the cross-cultural film 'Tokyo Cowboy,' hands-on workshops in block printing and Butoh dance, and classes in the traditional Japanese tea ceremony.
- The Morikami Museum's April programming kicks off on April 4th with a Kyudo demonstration.
- Ikebana flower arranging classes in the Ikenobo and Sogetsu schools will be held throughout the month, with the Sogetsu sessions starting on April 29th.
- A screening of 'Tokyo Cowboy' will take place on Friday, April 10th.
- Block printing and Butoh dance workshops will be held on Saturday, April 11th.
- A calligraphy workshop is scheduled for April 18th, and a two-day ramen spoon carving workshop will begin on April 25th.
The players
Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens
A cultural hub in Delray Beach, Florida that connects the community with authentic and evolving expressions of Japanese art and tradition.
Jade Fraundorfer
An instructor with the South Florida Kyudo Kai who will lead the Kyudo demonstration at the Morikami Museum.
Yoshiko Hardick
An instructor who will guide visitors through the traditional Japanese tea ceremony at the Morikami Museum's Seishin-an Tea House.
Marc Marriott
The director of the film 'Tokyo Cowboy,' which will be screened at the Morikami Museum on April 10th.
What’s next
Visitors interested in attending the Morikami Museum's April events can find more information and purchase tickets on the museum's website at morikami.org.
The takeaway
The Morikami Museum's April programming offers a diverse range of experiences that allow visitors to immerse themselves in centuries-old Japanese practices while also exploring contemporary artistic interpretations, solidifying the museum's role as a cultural hub for the local community.
