Mazda House: Workshops, Music and Japanese Culture

✨🇯🇵 From May 1st to 24th, Mazda House brings an interesting cultural proposal to Madrid to experience Japan in its purest form: through koto concerts, creative workshops, inspiring talks, and the spirit of Omotenashi all gathered in one space. Sign up for the activity that interests you the most!

🚨 Creative workshops and the concert cost 10€. You can book your spot here. It is essential to present your ticket to access the workshop you have purchased. Talks are free, but you must also select a ticket and present it for admission as capacity is limited🚨

Highlights
🎎 Mazda House: a sensory journey to connect with the essence and culture of Japan
🌱 A temple of Japanese calm that brings together tradition, contemporary art, music, and creativity in one place
✂️ Practical and creative workshops on origami, kintsugi, and kokedama to discover some of Japan's most beautiful artisanal techniques up close
💬 Inspiring talks to discover the traditions and Japan's deep connection with harmony
🎶 Exclusive koto concert: elegance and mystique through this traditional string instrument in an unforgettable musical experience
📍 A multi-sensory space in every sense of the word in the heart of Madrid

Programme
Workshops: Take your own creation home!

• 🌿 Kokedama Workshop: Japanese botany workshop: create your own plant sculpture to take home, led by Sandra Guinart and Óscar Gallego
  May 2nd — 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
  May 9th — 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
  May 16th — 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
  May 23rd — 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
• ✂️ Origami Workshop: Japanese paper folding for all levels, led by Ayako Kishi
  May 3rd —12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
  May 10th — 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
  May 14th — 6:00 PM–7:00 PM
  May 17th — 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
  May 23rd — 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
• 🥣 Kintsugi Workshop: Ceramic repair with gold, celebrating imperfections, led by Yuko Nakajima
  May 2nd — 5:00 PM–6:30 PM
  May 10th —5:00 PM–6:30 PM
  May 17th — 5:00 PM–6:30 PM
• 🎶 Koto Concert: Enjoy a concert of the national string instrument by the Sakura Duo
  May 3rd — 6:00 PM–7:00 PM
  May 16th — 6:00 PM–7:00 PM

💬 Inspiring Talks: Five meetings to explore Japanese philosophy, traditions, and lifestyle: from kimono to ikigai, including shiatsu, longevity, and the secrets of traveling to Japan

🎎 Japanese Culture Talks

• May 8th: Demonstration and fun facts about the traditional Japanese kimono for ladies and gentlemen — 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
• May 9th : Visiting and getting to know Japan— 6:00 PM–7:00 PM
• May 15th: Japanese Longevity — 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
• May 22nd: Shiatsu for everyday health and tension relief — 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
• May 24th: Talk on Ikigai — 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Mazda Design Talk

• May 21st—6:30 PM–7:30 PM: On Mazda design and style, led by Raphael Lesbats, Lead Designer - Brand Style of Mazda Europe.

• May 13th — 6:00 PM–7:30 PM
• May 20th — 6:00 PM–7:30 PM

*All proceeds from ticket sales will be donated to SOS Children's Villages, supporting their work with children.
General Info
📅 Date and time: May 2nd to 24th
🕐 Time: (different times)
📍 Location: Fundación Ortega Marañón, Calle Fortuny, 53
👤 Age: all ages
♿ Accessibility: accessible for people with reduced mobility (PRM)

Description
A cultural experience from Mazda arrives in Madrid, bringing Japan closer without leaving the city. In one space, Japanese tradition, art, music, and creativity are blended through an immersive proposal that lets you experience the essence of Japan up close. From professionally guided workshops to foster creativity with origami techniques, to making "moss balls" to create traditional planters or the art of repairing broken ceramic pieces; inspiring talks; a visit to an immersive "forest bath"; and a musical appointment with the acoustic beauty of the koto. From the sounds of nature to the spirit of omotenashi, everything is designed for you to connect with the Land of the Rising Sun in a more authentic and special way. Discover the full programme and sign up to experience Mazda House, Madrid in person!