Shintaku Cultural Center

Shiro and Melanie shared stories of their past experiences - from early lives through their relationship - has shaped the goals and vision for the SCC. We had a broader group discussion on how each of us are connected to one another, how our actions impact not only ourselves, but others and the world around us.

Spend an evening speaking with James Hopkins (founder) and Ravina Kaur (manager) of Quilts for Kids Nepal. You'll learn about Kathmandu, its people and culture. We'll then talk about the work being done by Quilts for Kits Nepal. This wonderful non-profit changes the lives of so many women and children - and now, you can easily be a part of that positive change.

Attendees, please consider an optional donation or the purchase of a single quilt and help send a girl to school. 

100% of your money goes to fund school tuition, uniforms, books and backpacks.  And with each year that a young woman attends school, her potential annual earnings increase by 10%. That means more educated women, making more empowered decisions, about their own future.

We have hosted several Japanese Children's Day celebrations called 'Shichigosan." Shichigosan is a celebration for children ages 3, 5, and 7 - a celebration of life for the entire family. We hosted these events in collaboration with the International Shinto Foundation. 

We have organized and led several training tours of Japan for student of martial arts in the US and Europe. In this way, practitioners are able to better understand the origins of Japanese arts, culture, philosophy and martial arts. In the US, we have organized and held numerous educational workshops, invited top-quality artists, Shinto and Buddist priests, educators, and performers.

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Additionally, we have organized small and large-scale performances have been organized for events at The Kennedy Center, The National Cherry Blossom, Japan-America Society of Washington, DC ... and many more.