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The Japan Society Golf Tournament 2025 - Photos

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

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.

Rakugo Performance - Photos

Rakugo Performance - Photos

On Wednesday 30 April, Rakugo performers captivated audiences with its wit and charm performing Japan’s centuries-old comedic storytelling art.

Shakyo Calligraphy Workshops - Photos

Shakyo Calligraphy Workshops - Photos

See photos from our Shakyo calligraphy workshops led by Yoko Takenami.

Woodblock Printing Workshop (April) - Photos

Woodblock Printing Workshop (April) - Photos

On 11 and 12 April 2025, we welcomed members and friends to join us for spring-themed woodblock printing workshops with artist Hiroko Imada. 

Lecture by Julia Longbottom CMG, British Ambassador to Japan 2025 - Photos

Lecture by Julia Longbottom CMG, British Ambassador to Japan 2025 - Photos

See photos from our annual lecture with British Ambassador to Japan, Julia Longbottom CMG.

Women in Work: What Can Companies Do to Level the Playing Field? - Photos

Women in Work: What Can Companies Do to Level the Playing Field? - Photos

See photos from ‘Women in Work: Japan’, where our panel of experts discussed how businesses can create a level playing field for women, drawing on the experiences of industry leaders who have successfully implemented initiatives to drive gender diversity and inclusion. 

New Year’s Calligraphy Workshop 2025 - Photos

New Year’s Calligraphy Workshop 2025 - Photos

See photos from our series of kakizome workshops, held on Saturday 11 January, with Yoko Takenami.

The Japan Society Christmas Party 2024 - Photos

The Japan Society Christmas Party 2024 - Photos

See photos from The Japan Society Christmas Party 2024.

The Story of Softbank CEO Masayoshi Son: In Conversation with Lionel Barber - Photos

The Story of Softbank CEO Masayoshi Son: In Conversation with Lionel Barber - Photos

Explore photos and highlights from our conversation with Lionel Barber, former editor of the Financial Times, on his book "Gambling Man: The Secret Story of the World's Greatest Disruptor, Masayoshi Son".