New Sumo Resource for Key Stages 2 and 3!
Discover the fascinating world of sumo with our brand-new online resource for Key Stages 2 and 3! With the Grand Sumo Tournament returning to the UK for the first time since 1991, why not celebrate this special moment in the history of the sport and bring sumo to life in your classroom this half-term!
Japanese Calligraphy Workshops at St John's Wood Library - Photos
On Monday 29 July 2025, The Japan Society were pleased to host Japanese calligraphy workshops at St John's Wood Library for children and young people!
The Japan Society Annual General Meeting 2025 - Photos
The Japan Society Annual General Meeting 2025 was held on Wednesday 23 July 2025 at the Embassy of Japan, London.
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.