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The Japan Society Annual Dinner 2024 - Photos

The Japan Society Annual Dinner 2024 - Photos

On Monday 11 November 2024, we welcomed members and guests to The Japan Society Annual Dinner held in the grand surroundings of the The Honourable Society of the Inner Temple. See photos from a wonderful evening of food and conversation.

Sixth Form Japan Day 2024 - Photos

Sixth Form Japan Day 2024 - Photos

On 5 November 2024, we held our highly anticipated annual Sixth Form Japan Day at Birkbeck, University of London, and it was a great success!

Woodblock Printing Workshop (November) - Photos

Woodblock Printing Workshop (November) - Photos

See photos from the November sessions of Hiroko Imada's popular woodblock printing workshops

400 Year Tradition of Takaoka Lacquerware in Toyama - Photos

400 Year Tradition of Takaoka Lacquerware in Toyama - Photos

On Friday 8 November, we hosted a discussion with Takeshi Musashigawa, the fourth-generation head of Musashigawa Kobo, and Masami Yamada, Curator at the Victoria and Albert Museum, at The Swedenborg Society.

JCCI Joint Lunch with Lord Mandelson

JCCI Joint Lunch with Lord Mandelson

See photos from this special event with Lord Mandelson, guest of honour at The Japan Society and the Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the UK’s joint lunch in October.

Collar Cup Golf Match 2024 - Winners and Pictures

Collar Cup Golf Match 2024 - Winners and Pictures

The Japan Society claimed victory at the Collar Cup Golf Match 2024 with a score of 291, while the Japanese Chamber of Commerce and Industry finished with 268. The match took place on Sunday 13 October at Brocket Hall.

Japan Matsuri 2024 - Photos

Japan Matsuri 2024 - Photos

Browse through photos of Japan Matsuri 2024, held on Sunday 6 October, at Trafalgar Square, where attendees gathered to celebrate Japanese culture through food, performances, and engaging activities.

Former Cabinet Minister Greg Clark Appointed as New Chair of The Japan Society

Former Cabinet Minister Greg Clark Appointed as New Chair of The Japan Society

We are delighted to announce that Rt Hon Greg Clark has been appointed as the new Chair of The Japan Society, effective from 1 January 2025.

The Inaugural Sir Hugh Cortazzi Lecture - Photos

The Inaugural Sir Hugh Cortazzi Lecture - Photos

On 24 September, The Japan Society in collaboration with the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office hosted the inaugural Sir Hugh Cortazzi Lecture, honoring the life and legacy of Sir Hugh Cortazzi GCMG (1924–2018).

The Japan Society Celebrates ESEA Heritage Month!

The Japan Society Celebrates ESEA Heritage Month!

Throughout September The Japan Society teamed up with London libraries to celebrate East and Southeast Asian Heritage Month 2024 which was established to honour and celebrate the culture, diversity, history and contributions of East and Southeast Asian communities across the UK.