World of Japanese Jazz: Afro-Mingei
A Listening Party
When
Where
Price
$15.00 (+$1.50 fee)
This event is 21+.
About
Listen to a world of Japanese jazz from artists like Ryo Fukui, Hiroshi Suzuki, Sadao Watanabe, Kimiko Kasai, and others along with the premiere of Takuro Okada’s new album Konoma + drink Japanese whiskey in a hidden Japanese garden.
Explore Japanese modal, spiritual, and soul-jazz from the ‘70s and beyond from artists including Ryo Fukui, Hiroshi Suzuki, Sadao Watanabe, Terumasa Hino, Kimiko Kasai, and others along with a full-listening of Takuro Okada’s new album Konoma, a fusion of Japanese folk and jazz which explores the concept of Afro-Mingei. Listening sessions and DJ sets hosted by Temporal Drift and the team behind In Sheep’s Clothing.
World of Japanese Jazz: Afro-Mingei Listening Party is part of an ongoing collaborative listening series between JACCC and In Sheep’s Clothing.
Things To Know
Entrance & Check-in
The entrance to the garden can be found on San Pedro Street, between 2nd and 3rd Streets. The entrance is located between the JACCC Center Building (5-story Office Tower) and the adjacent alley.
Make sure to arrive early and bring your ID for this 21+ event. All patrons will visit the check-in table, so please have your e-ticket(s) with QR code ready.
Accessibility
We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To be respectful of those with allergies and environmental sensitivities, we ask that you please refrain from wearing strong fragrances. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, contact info@jaccc.org.
Bar + Food
Enjoy our cash-free bar* with select Japanese whiskey, beer, and wine by JACCC. Additionally, we will present a selection of small bites for purchase throughout the evening.
*JACCC has a Social Responsibility & Designated Driver Program — click here to learn more.
Plan Your Visit
JACCC is a 7-minute walk from the L.A. Metro Rail's Little Tokyo/Arts District Station, which connects to both the A and E lines via the Regional Connector.
For additional transportation options and parking details, check out Go Little Tokyo's Guide to the area here.