The “桜の円居 Sakura no Madoi” is a three-day special exchange programme held in conjunction with the Sakura no Enishi Exhibition.

Through leading expressions of Japanese culture—calligraphy, music, cuisine, tea, ikebana, and lectures—this programme offers moments where people and cultures meet, renewing bonds that continue into the future.

Schedule

5 April 2026

• Calligraphy performance by Ai Takaoka

• Koto live performance by Ai Takaoka (Sakura / Furusato)

6 April 2026

• Grand Tea Gathering at the Jōkei-in Café (also held on 7 April)

• Koto performance (Ikuta-ryū school)

• Ikebana performance by masters of various schools

• Ikebana hands-on workshop (36 participants)

7 April 2026

• Dialogue and commemorative lecture by guests connected to Yochi-in

• 900th Anniversary Lecture by the Head Priest of Yochi-in

Venue

Yochi-in, Mt.Koya

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Admission

• 1-Day Ticket: CHF17

• 3-Day Pass: CHF43

• Ikebana Workshop: CHF30 per person