ATHLEISURE LIST: Los Angeles, CA
JAPAN HOUSE
JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles is a Japanese cultural destination in the heart of Hollywood reflecting the best of Japan through its spaces and diverse programs. An innovative project conceived by the Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, JAPAN HOUSE currently consists of three locations around the world – London, Los Angeles, and Sao Paulo. It's aim is to showcase and share the intricacies of Japanese attractions, policies and culture with the international community. This is illustrated through art, design, gastronomy, innovation, technology and more.
Yuko Kaifu, President of JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles shared more about this gallery as well as their upcoming exhibit, "The Art of the Ramen Bowl." “The Art of the Ramen Bowl” Exhibit, celebrates the world’s most popular Japanese food, the complimentary exhibit – seen for the first time outside of Japan – is on display now through July 5, 2022. The exhibit spotlights imaginative porcelain ramen bowls (donburi) and spoons (renge) designed by 30 world-renowned artists who share a love for ramen. The exhibition includes a giant, Instagram-worthy ramen bowl by known Japanese plastic food sample manufacturer Iwasaki Mokei, and an introduction to the dish itself!
Occupying two floors at the popular Hollywood & Highland entertainment complex, the destination brings exhibitions, unique events, and culinary programs including pop-up dining experiences. Admission to JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles is complimentary.
AthleisureMag.com
A common street food brought to Japan from China in the mid-1800s, ramen has evolved to become one of
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Issue #75 | Mar 2022