"Flower and Sword" at the JICC: Thursday, July 25 at 6:30 pm

- This event at the JICC (Japanese Information & Culture Center) is free and open to the public, but for security reasons registration is required on the Eventbrite page.
- Doors open at 6:00 pm with the program beginning at 6:30.
- Look for me. I should be wearing a white baseball cap. Maybe we can find seats together.

About the film
Set in the 16th century, this historical comedy captures the Warring States Period but not from the eyes of a samurai or politician but through the traditional art of ikebana, Japanese flower arrangement.

Ikenobo Senko (NOMURA Mansai) is a monk and master flower arranger who captures the heart of historical leaders like Oda Nobunaga and Toyotomi Hideyoshi. Demonstrating little interest in political power, Senko simply feels joy in showing the beauty of flowers.

However, before long, Hideyoshi begins a brutal purge. Senko is forced to face how he can challenge Hideyoshi and restore peace to society.

Getting there
The JICC is conveniently located in the Golden Triangle district, near Farragut North on the Red line and Farragut West on the Orange, Silver, and Blue lines.

There is street parking along 18th St NW and the surrounding area. Be sure to read the street parking signs carefully. There are also multiple parking garages on 18th Street NW and the surrounding area. Unfortunately, the JICC is unable to validate these tickets.