Summer Calligraphy Workshop - Photos
On Saturday 19 July 2025, we welcomed three small groups of members and friends to The Japan Society to take part in a calligraphy workshop to make a folding fan (sensu - 扇子).
Yoshitomo Nara Exhibition – Guided Tour - Photos
On Tuesday 15 July 2025, we were delighted to visit Hayward Gallery accompanied by a small group of members for a special guided tour of the comprehensive exhibition of the globally celebrated artist Yoshitomo Nara. Guided by Katie Guggenheim, Assistant Curator at Hayward Gallery, we received insights into Nara's work which delves into themes of resistance, rebellion, isolation, freedom, and spirituality.
Hiroshige: Artist of the Open Road – Private View with Curator Dr Alfred Haft - Photos
On Friday 11 July 2025, a small group of members joined us at the British Museum for a special private view of the exhibition Hiroshige: Artist of the Open Road, with Lead Curator Dr Alfred Haft.
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.
The Japan Society Public Lecture Series: April – June 2025
In April, May, and June 2025, we held a fascinating series of lectures that explored the significance of Japanese ukiyo-e prints, how Japanese art was collected and presented in the UK, and the history and evolution of the Japanese tea ceremony.
The Japan Society Golf Tournament 2025 - Photos
On 21 June 2025, the annual The Japan Society Golf Tournament was held at Pine Ridge Golf Club. See photos from what was a warm and sunny summer day!
Paper Clouds – Japan Pavilion at the London Design Biennale - Photos
On Sunday 8 June, the Japan Society hosted an exclusive private tour for members and guests at Somerset House, offering a rare and intimate experience of Paper Clouds: Materiality in Empty Space, the Japan Pavilion at the 2025 London Design Biennale.
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.
Video - Drawing on Japan: A Conversation with Rebecca Salter
Watch the recording of the conversation with Rebecca Salter, artist and President of the Royal Academy of Arts, about her long-standing fascination with Japan.
Rakugo Performance - Photos
On Wednesday 30 April, Rakugo performers captivated audiences with its wit and charm performing Japan’s centuries-old comedic storytelling art.