The Japan Society

Upcoming Events

19/07/2025Ura Matsuri 2025

19/07/2025

Come along and join an evening of live music, dance and storytelling celebrating the diverse heritage of the East and South East Asian diaspora in the UK.

17/07/2025 - 20/07/2025ESEA Encounters

17/07/2025 - 20/07/2025

Southbank Centre’s new ESEA Encounters series showcases contemporary art and culture from East and Southeast Asia with a summer lineup of performances, music, poetry, literature and art alongside a pop-up market.

19/07/2025 - 20/07/2025YOKIMONO Japanese Summer Market in Southbank

19/07/2025 - 20/07/2025

Yokimono (meaning ‘good things’ in Japanese) Market is a Japan-themed market, in which carefully selected Yokimono Market traders offer vintage kimono, ceramics, illustrations, antique Ukiyo-e prints, comics and books, paper crafts, stationery, clothing, jewelry and much more.

21/01/2025 - 27/07/2025Mingei Pottery - Jill Fanshawe Kato

21/01/2025 - 27/07/2025

Visit the display of Mingei pottery by potter and artist Jill Fanshawe Kato at the Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery in Exeter. Jill visited Japan in the 1970s and became enchanted by the ceramics that she saw in Japanese restaurants and homes. During that time, she visited many rural villages and towns, met local artists that were making Mingei pottery, and purchased many of the items in her collection.

24/07/2025 - 27/07/2025National Ballet of Japan: Giselle

24/07/2025 - 27/07/2025

Seen for the first time outside of Japan, Miyako Yoshida's celebrated production of Giselle features a spectacular set by award-winning British designer Dick Bird, providing the perfect backdrop for this evergreen tale of love, betrayal, forgiveness and redemption.

03/08/2025Japan FEST Sheffield Steamworks

03/08/2025

For the second time in Sheffield, they will be holding an event in celebration of Japanese culture. This event is being meticulously crafted by passionate and motivated individuals to bring just a small taste of Japan to Sheffield.

06/08/2025The Nobel Peace Conference celebrating Japanese organization Nihon Hidankyo

06/08/2025

Commemorating the 80th year since the last time nuclear weapons were used in war, The Nobel Peace Center will host The Nobel Peace Conference. On August 6th, distinguished speakers from across the world will meet at the Nobel Peace Center, celebrating this year’s Nobel Peace Prize Laureate; the Japanese organization Nihon Hidankyo. The Nobel Peace Conference will be livestreamed.

07/08/2025Artist talk – MORIIZUMI Takehito: Manga, Literature, and OBAYASHI

07/08/2025

In this special talk, manga artist and illustrator MORIIZUMI Takehito will showcase his career and works, explaining his creative process as well as the ethos behind his creations. As son-in-law of late director OBAYASHI Nobuhiko, MORIIZUMI will also touch upon his relationship with OBAYASHI.

08/08/2025The Hidden Japan: Yamato-shigusa Workshop

08/08/2025

The wisdom of Yamato-shigusa is now open to global audience—offering insight into this essential Japanese way of thinking and living through etiquette of Obon & Washi Paper Dining, Sumo Stories, and Furoshiki Wrapping.

07/08/2025 - 11/08/2025TOKONATSU Japanese Summer Festival

07/08/2025 - 11/08/2025

Running for over 20 years, Tokonatsu is a small Japanese Culture Festival which aims to bring Japanese Culture to everyone! From anime screenings and a manga library, a matsuri event, outdoor events and massive traditional games area. There's something for everyone.