Nikka Yuko Summer Camps

Participants will learn about the history and unique culture of Japan, Japanese Canadians in Southern Alberta, and Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden.

Date

July 15, 2025 9:30 am

Ends July 16, 2025 4:00 pm

Location

Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden

Mayor Magrath Dr. S., Lethbridge, Alberta

Price

$150 for one child
$250 for two children (+$125 per extra child)

Event Details

Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden is excited to introduce Summer Day Camps, an engaging, educational, and fun-filled 2-days of activities for youth aged 9-13 hosted by our highly trained and knowledgeable staff.

Participants will learn about the history and unique culture of Japan, Japanese Canadians in Southern Alberta, and Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden. Participants will have the opportunity to make traditional Japanese crafts, dress in Yukatas, participate in a tea ceremony demonstration, learn how to speak basic “survival” phrases, write their names in Japanese, and much more!

Experience Details:

  • This is a two-day camp with 2 dates available, July 15-16 & August 12-13
  • The camp starts at 9:00 am and ends at 4:00 pm each day with a 30-minute lunch break
  • A maximum of 12 kids will be considered for each camp date, to ensure a quality experience
  • Kids will need to have their own lunch and snacks available. This is a nut-free camp, Please notify staff if you have additional allergies

Participants will receive:

  • Traditional Japanese craft items and “Kodomo-Kids” gift packages to take home.
  • Worksheets of basic “survival” Japanese phrases.
  • A family pass to Nikka Yuko that is good for a whole year! (if there are more than 4 people in the family, please let us know.)
  • Memories and friendships that will last a lifetime!

Experience Prices:

For youth 9-13 years of age.

  • $150 for one child
  • $250 for two children (+$125 per extra child)

Important Info:

  • Minimum of 10 participants required per session for the camp to proceed
  • Registration deadline: Two weeks prior to the camp start date or until full registration

To book a participant for a summer day camp, contact the booking coordinator at Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden by phone at 403-328-3511 ext. 111 or email at info@nikkayuko.com. Bookings are based on a first-come, first-served basis.

Organizer

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  • Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden

Established in 1967 to commemorate Canada’s Centennial, Nikka Yuko Japanese Garden stands as a tribute to the contributions of Japanese Canadians to Lethbridge, Alberta, and as a lasting symbol of international friendship. The name “Nikka Yuko” blends elements of both Japanese and English: Ni (from Nihon, meaning Japan), Ka (from Canada), and Yuko (meaning friendship), representing the deep connection between the two nations.

Opening Day and Hours

Opening day for 2025 is Thursday, May 8th.

The garden is open five (5) days a week:

  • Monday: 10-6pm
  • Tuesday/Wednesday CLOSED 
  • Thursday: 10-6 pm 
  • Fridays: 10-8 pm (Last Entry 7:30 pm) 
  • Saturdays: 10-8 pm (Last Entry 7:30 pm)
  • Sunday: 10-6 pm 

Daily Programming

  • Daily Garden Tours at 11, 1 & 3 pm
  • Thursday: Tea: 2 pm & 4 pm Pavilion/Ceremony (Program) 
  • Friday: Food Truck Fridays/Sumo/Anime/Wild Nights; Ceremonies 2pm & 4pm 
  • Saturday: Nodate Tea Service 2 pm & 4 pm (Experience/Program) 
  • Sunday: Nodate Tea Service 2 pm & 4 pm   (Experience/Program) 
  • Monday: Meiso (Relaxation) Mondays

Performances and Presentations: 3:00 pm 

Yukata Dressing:

Guests can wear Yukata around the Garden and community 5 days per week.