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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!

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.

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.

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. 

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.

The Japan Society activities with Express Yourself 2025

The Japan Society activities with Express Yourself 2025

This March, The Japan Society is excited to take part in Express Yourself 2025, an online event celebrating languages and cultures in North East England and its global connections.

Japan Fun Day at Cardiff Central Library

Japan Fun Day at Cardiff Central Library

Join The Japan Society and Cardiff Central Library this February half-term holiday for some fun Japanese cultural activities and workshops!

Japan Foundation Touring Film Programme 2025 - Members Discount

Japan Foundation Touring Film Programme 2025 - Members Discount

Find out about this year's Japan Foundation Touring Film Programme, plus an exclusive discount for members!

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.

Discover our New Events Programme for 2025!

Discover our New Events Programme for 2025!

We are excited to unveil our plans for 2025, featuring a dynamic array of events spanning business, arts and culture, contemporary issues, and special occasions.