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New Sumo Resource for Key Stages 2 and 3!

New Sumo Resource for Key Stages 2 and 3!

Discover the fascinating world of sumo with our brand-new online resource for Key Stages 2 and 3! With the Grand Sumo Tournament returning to the UK for the first time since 1991, why not celebrate this special moment in the history of the sport and bring sumo to life in your classroom this half-term! Learn all about the rich and extensive history of sumo, including the many ancient traditions and rituals that can still be witnessed even in tournaments today.

Japanese Calligraphy Workshops at St John's Wood Library - Photos

Japanese Calligraphy Workshops at St John's Wood Library - Photos

On Monday 29 July 2025, The Japan Society were pleased to host Japanese calligraphy workshops at St John's Wood Library for children and young people!

Design Competition - UK Grand Sumo Poster Design

Design Competition - UK Grand Sumo Poster Design

Sumo is returning to the UK this year for the first time since 1991, and to celebrate, The Japan Society invites children and young people aged 5-18 to design a poster to promote the Grand Sumo Tournament at the Royal Albert Hall.

New Samurai Resource for Key Stages 2 and 3!

New Samurai Resource for Key Stages 2 and 3!

Our new history resource on samurai is a perfect lesson for teachers who are looking to bring something fun and interesting about a part of Japanese history into their classroom. This half-term, why not explore and learn more about the rise and fall of the samurai throughout Japanese history, as well as uncover some of the many myths that still surround this iconic group of people.

Design Competition - My London Pictograms

Design Competition - My London Pictograms

Design your own pictorgram for a chance to be featured in an upcoming exhibition at Japan House London! The My London Pictogram competition challenges you to design your own pictogram representing an aspect of London that is important to you.

Japan Resources for the Summer Term!

Japan Resources for the Summer Term!

Bring the literature, geography, sports, and arts and culture of Japan into your classroom this summer term with some of our most popular teaching materials!

Applications Now Open for the Japan Youth Collective 2025-2026!

Applications Now Open for the Japan Youth Collective 2025-2026!

Following the success of our pilot programme, The Japan Society is thrilled to announce the return of the Japan Youth Collective for 2025-2026 Programme. Applications are now OPEN!

Japan Fun Day at Cardiff Central Library - Photos

Japan Fun Day at Cardiff Central Library - Photos

This February half-term, we partnered with Cardiff Central Library to host our Japan Fun Day for children, young people, and their families. There were a range of activities as well as calligraphy and Koto workshops for all to participate in and learn more about Japanese culture!

Japanese Calligraphy Workshop at Hornsey Library - Photos

Japanese Calligraphy Workshop at Hornsey Library - Photos

On Sunday 2 March 2025, The Japan Society Education Team and volunteers were delighted to host a Japanese Calligraphy (Shodo) Workshop for children at Hornsey Library.

Free Sixth Form Event at The University of Sheffield

Free Sixth Form Event at The University of Sheffield

Join The University of Sheffield and The Japan Society for a unique opportunity to explore Japanese Studies at university and discover future opportunities of undertaking East Asian studies.