Ovation Hollywood
Overview Map
The Library, Salon and Restaurant Space are tuckedaway on Level 5. To get there take the stairs orelevator to Level 5, walk through the central
archway, then head toward Hollywood Blvd.

RestaurantSpaceSalon

Library

WAZA Shop

WAZA Showroom& Online Shop
Gallery

Library
Salon
Restaurant SpaceExploreTaste

EngageExperienceIntroduction
JAPAN HOUSE is an innovative, worldwide projectwith three hubs, London, Los Angeles, and Sao
Paulo, conceived by the Ministry of Foreign Affairsof Japan. It seeks to nurture a deeper
understanding of Japan in the internationalcommunity. JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles occupies
two floors at Ovation Hollywood (formerly known
as Hollywood & Highland). Level 2 features agallery space and shop. Level 5 hosts a restaurant
space, relaxing library, and event venue, along with
spectacular views of Hollywood and Downtown Los
Angeles. JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles offers aplace of new discovery that transcends the physicaland conceptual boundaries, creating experiencesthat reflect the best of Japan through its spaces
and diverse programs.
Find out what’s new and exciting at JAPAN HOUSE
Los Angeles! Sign up at JapanHouseLA.com toreceive our free monthly email newsletter.

2“RECONNECTING – A Vision of Unity” exhibition by Kengo Kito.
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Gallery

WAZA was named combining the Japanese concepts of “Wa,”that means harmony, and “Waza” for master craftsmanship. In
our 1,500 sq. ft. (approx. 140 sq. m.) shop, we introduce bothmodern and traditional items, as well as those that bend theboundaries between the two. Visitors can find an eclectic mixof sample products that are available to purchase online toenjoy a hands-free shopping experience, that reflect the several
facets of Japanese culture including: dining, home, fashion, andmore. We also offer items related to our gallery’s exhibitions.

From manga to modern architecture, prototyping to paper
culture, the 2,415 sq. ft. (approx. 225 sq. m.) gallery is
dedicated to highlighting the best of Japanese culture.
Minimal, refined, and intricate, these creators embrace
Japanese aesthetics through a myriad of mediums including
fashion, gastronomy, technology, textiles, and literature.
Exhibitions rotate every two to three months, and arecomplimentary to all.

Hours: Mon – Sun, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Hours: Mon – Sun, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Contact: (646) 588-0224

WAZA Showroom

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WAZA Showroom& Online Shop

Contact: (800) 516-0565“WAVE | New Currents in Japanese Graphic Arts” exhibition

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LEVEL 2
Plastic ramen sample by Iwasaki Mokei

Photo by Hiroshi Tsujitani (Nacasa & Partners Inc.)

CURRENT EXHIBITThe Art of the Ramen Bowl
Date: March 18 – July 5, 2022
Hours: Mon – Sun, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Fee: Complimentary
What goes into a perfect bowl of ramen? The Art of the Ramen Bowlexhibition spotlights imaginative porcelain ramen bowls and spoons
designed by 30 world-renowned artists. Seen for the first timeoutside of Japan, the exhibition includes a giant ramen bowl createdby well-known Japanese plastic food sample manufacturer Iwasaki
Mokei, and an introduction to the noodle dish itself and to ceramics
from Mino, a major Japanese ceramics center for over 500 years. The
fully immersive experience includes exhibition-related programs suchas special ramen pop-ups, films, and educational webinars.
Presented by: JAPAN HOUSE Los Angeles
Organized by: TSDO Inc. and Ceramic Valley Council
Media Sponsorship by: KCRW
Photo by Hiroshi Tsujitani (Nacasa & Partners Inc.)

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Driving cultural
exchange between
Japan and the restof the world.

Salon

The Library houses a wide range of books, from novels tophotography anthologies, travel guides to manga comics. Book
curator Yoshitaka Haba believes that the curation of a library is an
artform in itself, and experiments with classifications that defy
traditional library structure, the juxtapositions this creates leading
to new perspectives on the books themselves. Yoshitaka also
customizes the Los Angeles location’s selection with pieces that
explore the intersection of Japanese and Angeleno culture.
Visitors will enjoy free WiFi and a pleasant respite from the streetsof Hollywood in the 659 sq. ft. (approx. 61 sq. m.) oasis.

Perfect for receptions, lectures and seminars, film screenings,performances, and more, the Salon is home to workshops onarchitectural model-making, gastronomy events including theJapanese Food Lab Series, tea ceremonies, sake tastings,
family-friendly classes, educational panels, and other events.
With sweeping views of central Hollywood and downtown LA,
this versatile space is perfect for your upcoming event. It
measures 1,818 sq. ft. (approx. 169 sq. m.) and includes asmall kitchen for demonstrations.

Hours: Mon – Sun, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Salon Overall Capacity: 246
Round Table Banquet Capacity: 100
Theatre/Auditorium Capacity: 154

Contact: info@japanhousela.com
Rental Inquiry: events@japanhousela.com

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Library

Event Information: JapanHouseLA.com
Rental Inquiry: events@japanhousela.com

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Programs

Our sleek yet serene 35-seat restaurant space, tucked away on the fifth
floor of the bustling Ovation Hollywood, features unobstructed views ofHollywood and downtown Los Angeles. The space reopened in February
2022 with the A5 Wagyu Experience, the first in a series of educational,
limited-time culinary experiences, allowing diners to dive into the intricacies
of Japanese wagyu beef, including its farming practices and lesser-known
cuts. The spring/summer lineup kicks off with the Ramen Discoveries
pop-up series to complement The Art of the Ramen Bowl exhibition offeredon Level 2.

JAPAN HOUSE presents a vibrant, curated program of events
throughout the year to spark cross-cultural conversation andinspiration. Popular ongoing series include Movie & Bites, which pairs
screening of acclaimed works in Japanese film and television with atasting experience, and Japanese Food Lab, where participants canlearn about and create Japanese dishes. Each gallery exhibition isbrought to life through docent tours, artist demonstrations, anddesign workshops. Other diverse programs include performances,lectures, premieres, and panel discussions bringing some of Japan’s
most dynamic voices to Los Angeles. Events are hosted on-site atJAPAN HOUSE as well as at special locations throughout the city.

LEVEL 2 AND 5 + OFFSITELEVEL 5

Restaurant Space

Hours: Varies on culinary programs offered
Visit: JapanHouseLA.com/Dine
Rental Inquiry: events@japanhousela.com

Japanese Food Lab | Fermentation Master Class with Giada De Laurentiis

12Japanese Food Lab presents Chef Kouji Kimura.

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International Locations
London, UK
101-111 Kensington
High Street, London
W8 5SA

Photo by Lee Mawdsley

Sao Paulo, BR
Av. Paulista, 52 - Bela
Vista, Sao Paulo - SP,
01310-000

Photo by Rogerio Cassimiro

Los Angeles, CAOvation Hollywood
6801 Hollywood Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90028
Level 2 and Level 5

Ovation Hollywood
6801 Hollywood Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90028
Level 2 and Level 5@JapanHouseLA
www.JapanHouseLA.com
Photo by Takaya Sakano.