Upcoming Events

The Meaning of Life, a solo exhibition by Kenji Yoshida at October Gallery, London, comprises a selection of significant works, spanning the decades between the 1960s and 1990s. Highlights include large-scale works that employ precious metals of gold and silver leaf upon Japanese lacquer and coloured paints on canvas.

At all Saints Parish Church, Leamington Spa, an event will be held themed around Sakura season in Japan. The venue will be adorned with vibrant cherry blossom-themed decorations, in celebration of Japanese culture and there will be a variety of workshops and Japanese food.

The Sakura Fair is a charity market raising funds for Nakayoshikai, a UK charity supporting Japanese families. Enjoy Japanese food, traditional games, calligraphy workshops, and family-friendly activities, while helping Nakayoshikai continue its work sharing Japanese language and culture in the UK. The fair will be held at Maeda Gakuen Finchley Kindergarten, London N3 1UE.

This is an illustrated lecture that will celebrate and illuminate both the ancient and modern aspects of the Tokaido Road, weaving together various stories from over four centuries of travel. The Tokaido was one of the most important routes of the Edo period (1603-1868) in Japan. The lecture will be taking place at Maidstone Museum, St Faith’s Street.

In this class hosted by Sushi expert and Japanese native Tomono you will learn how to make Sushi Rice, 4 different types of Sushi, from ball shaped Temarizushi to Yukari Homasaki rolls and more! To accompany this, you will also make crispy and juicy pork Gyoza dumplings. As always you will taste everything that you make and take home a generous goodie bag of delicious treats. Suitable for all experience levels.

Roll up your sleeves for a 90-minute, hands-on sushi adventure! Learn to craft four delicious types of authentic sushi in a fun, relaxed setting, perfect for beginners and food lovers alike. No experience needed—just bring your appetite and creativity!

Roll up your sleeves for a 90-minute, hands-on sushi adventure! Learn to craft four delicious types of authentic sushi in a fun, relaxed setting, perfect for beginners and food lovers alike. No experience needed—just bring your appetite and creativity!

This exhibition celebrates the craft traditions of Fukuoka, in southern Japan, a region renowned for its ceramics, textiles, tea, incense, and agricultural heritage. From February, a curated selection of objects and textiles from the region will be on display. The programme is accompanied by a series of tea-related talks and events, exploring the connections between tea, tradition, and making.

Roll up your sleeves for a 90-minute, hands-on sushi adventure! Learn to craft four delicious types of authentic sushi in a fun, relaxed setting, perfect for beginners and food lovers alike. No experience needed—just bring your appetite and creativity!