Kizuna Gala
Friday, November 17th
Salvage One
VIP 6-7PM | GA 7-11PM
Tickets:
VIP: $150 | GA: $125
Early Bird GA through 10/17: $100
The Japanese Arts Foundation cordially invites you to our annual fundraising gala. Experience an evening of fine Japanese cuisine, spirits, and artistic performances and activations. Enjoy the beautiful space of Salvage One, and explore the concept of Kizuna, or ‘the enduring bonds between people’, through the work of the Japanese Arts Foundation community bringing to life the philosophy of celebrating the beauty of the arts that connect us all. The gala directly supports the efforts of the Japanese Arts Foundation and the vast work we do. Guests in attendance and at home are encouraged to participate in the virtual silent auction featuring gifts from our many partners.
The evening promises a night of fine Japanese cuisine, spirits, and artistic performances and activities while connecting to our diverse community of artists, thinkers, and makers. This fundraising gala directly supports our efforts to support the Japanese Arts Foundation and its broad community.
Last year we explored the art of kintsugi at our gala, and this year we highlight kizuna / 絆, or the enduring bonds between people—close relationships forged through mutual trust and support. Originally describing the rope used to tether domestic animals such as horses and dogs, the meaning of kizuna has evolved over the years. A passage in The Tale of the Heike, compiled in the 13th century, uses the term to refer to the bonds of love between a father and his children. More recently, kizuna has gone beyond bonds tying together family and close acquaintances; it is now used in a broader sense of human ties and connections. Of particular note is the kizuna born among people during natural calamities, which fosters feelings of solidarity and serves as the underlying strength to overcome hardships. As we find ourselves moving to a new side of the COVID-19 pandemic, we are proud to highlight this concept that has already permeated our community.