WORKSHOPS
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NIEUWE INSTITUUT
Dive into Japanese craftsmanship through hands-on workshops led by masters from Japan and the Netherlands.
To join a workshop hosted by MONO JAPAN, don’t forget to purchase your tickets and reserve your spot in advance, as workshop tickets are not available at the door!
As all workshop tickets include same-day admission to the MONO JAPAN Fair, we warmly invite you to make the most of your visit by exploring the Supernova Hotel and the rest of the Nieuwe Instituut before and/or after your workshop!
Workshop Timetable
January 24th (Sat)
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@Nieuwe Instituut Room 1
Explore the art of making delicious mochi with Mochi AN. -
@Nieuwe Instituut Room 1
Explore the art of making delicious mochi with Mochi AN. -
@Nieuwe Instituut Studio
Discover the art of koji pickling and craft your own flavourful tsukemono with Malica Ferments. -
@Nieuwe Instituut Room 1
Create your own washi lampshade and discover the beauty of traditional Japanese paper with Cream on Chrome.
January 25th (Sun)
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@Nieuwe Instituut Room 1
Dive into the world of Sumi-e brush painting and explore its meditative nature with Mieke Bouwens. -
@Nieuwe Instituut Studio
Explore the art of Wagashi and create your own handmade Japanese sweets with Hans Pillen. -
@Nieuwe Instituut Room 1
Discover the art of crafting a delightful everyday tea and the spirit of hospitality through a tea ceremony with Haruka Matsuo. -
@Nieuwe Instituut Studio
Discover the art of koji pickling and craft your own flavourful tsukemono with Malica Ferments.
List of Workshops
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Mochi Workshop
Date January 24th (Sat)
Time 12:00 PM -1:00 PM / 2:30 PM -3:30 PM
Location Nieuwe Instituut - Room 1
Fee €70 (includes workshop participation + admission to the MONO JAPAN Fair 2026)About this Workshop
Enjoy a tea and mochi tasting while learning about Japanese mochi, with a step-by-step demonstration of mochi dough preparation. In this workshop, you will learn how to make four types of mochi—two basic flavours and two seasonal varieties—and learn techniques for wrapping them beautifully…
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Koji & Tsukemono: the Art of Fermented Pickles
Date & Time
--- Session 1: January 24th, 2026 (Sat) 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
--- Session 2: January 25th, 2026 (Sun) 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Location Nieuwe Instituut - Studio
Duration 90 min.
Fee €95 (includes workshop participation + admission to the MONO JAPAN Fair 2026)
Max. participants 8 participants per session
Ticket sales
--- Session 1: End on January 22nd (Thu), 11:59 PM
--- Session 2: Ends on January 23rd (Fri), 11:59 PMAbout this workshop
Koji — the living culture behind miso, soy sauce, and sake — also brings a gentle depth to pickles. This hands-on workshop explores how this ancient Japanese ferment transforms seasonal vegetables into flavourful tsukemono…
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Glowing Washi — Crafting Lamps from Japanese Paper
Date January 24th, 2026 (Sat)
Time 4:30 PM- 6:30 PM
Location Nieuwe Instituut - Room 1
Duration 120 min.
Fee €95 (includes workshop participation + admission to the MONO JAPAN Fair 2026)
Included in the Workshop A self-made paper lamp, complete with electronics and a socket
Max. participants 10 participants
Ticket sales End on January 22nd (Thu), 11:59 PMAbout this Workshop
Discover the beauty of handmade washi—traditional Japanese paper—whose delicate textures reveal their full depth when illuminated.
In this hands-on workshop, the designers of Cream on Chrome guide participants in crafting their own lampshades using original washi sheets… -
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Japanese Brush Painting and Philosophy
Date January 25th, 2026 (Sun)
Time 11:30 AM - 1:15 PM
Location Nieuwe Instituut - Room 1
Duration 115 min.
Fee €85 (includes workshop participation + admission to the MONO JAPAN Fair 2026)
Included Ink, rice paper, and loaner brushes (Participants will take home their own painted Zen circle)
Max. participants 20 participants (Minimum 4 participants)
Ticket sales End on January 23rd (Fri) at 11:59 PM*This workshop requires a minimum of four participants. In the event that fewer than four participants have registered, the workshop will be cancelled. Participants will be notified on January 24th, and all tickets will be fully refunded.
*Both English and Dutch speakers are welcome.
About this workshop
Sumi-e, the Japanese art of brush painting with black ink on rice paper, originates from Zen Buddhism and calligraphy. The meditative nature of this practice encourages a focus on the journey or the process rather than the final result…
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Sencha Tea ceremony
Date January 25th, 2026 (Sun)
Time 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location Nieuwe Instituut - Room 1
Duration 120 min.
Fee €79,50 (includes workshop participation + admission to the MONO JAPAN Fair 2026)
Included Green Sencha tea and a Japanese delicacy
Max. participants 17 participants
Ticket Sales End on January 23rd (Fri), 23:59About this workshop
The Hatsutemaesanpo is an o-temae where participants learn to prepare a delicious cup of tea suitable for everyday life, along with beautiful gestures and the spirit of hospitality from the Ōbaku Baisa-Ryū school of tea ceremony. The tea ceremony is conducted in the Ryurei-shiki (chair seating) style, accommodating those who prefer not to sit on the floor…
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Wagashi Workshop
Date January 25th, 2026 (Sun)
Time 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location Nieuwe Instituut - Studio
Duration 120 min.
Fee €60 (includes workshop participation + admission to the MONO JAPAN Fair 2026)
Number of participants Minimum 5*, Maximum 8 participants
Ticket Sales End on January 23rd (Fri), 23:59*This workshop requires a minimum of five participants. In the event that fewer than five participants have registered, the workshop will be cancelled. Participants will be notified on January 24th, and all tickets will be fully refunded.
About this Workshop
Join Hans Pillen for an inspiring workshop that introduces you to the delicate art of Wagashi — traditional Japanese confections often enjoyed with tea…
