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Memento Mori in NYC - The Art of Japanese Life and Death

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RESOBOX · New York

**What if thinking about death could help us live better?** Join us in New York City for a unique two-day cultural event exploring life, death, and the art of living through Japanese traditions, cont…

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EST
Where
RESOBOX91 E 3rd St, New York, NY 10003, USA, New York, NY
Free

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RESOBOX91 E 3rd St, New York, NY 10003, USA, New York, NYNew York

About this event

**What if thinking about death could help us live better?**

Join us in New York City for a unique two-day cultural event exploring life, death, and the art of living through Japanese traditions, contemporary art, and cross-cultural conversations.

Inspired by *Memento Mori* — the reminder that life is finite — this event invites us to look at death not as a taboo, but as an opportunity to celebrate life, deepen our connections, and discover what truly matters.

✨ **What to Expect**

* **Art & Exhibition:** Discover Japanese perspectives on life, death, and remembrance through art.

* **Talks & Conversations:** Explore how different cultures approach death, grief, and the meaning of life.

* **Hands-on Workshops:** Experience Japanese traditions and creative practices, including calligraphy and mizuhiki crafts.

* **Unique Experiences:** Step inside a Japanese coffin, experience meditation, and explore new ways of thinking about mortality.

* **Community & Connection:** Meet curious minds, ar

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Memento Mori in NYC - The art of Japanese Life and Death
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