New kamishibai stories for loan!
The Japan Society’s collection of kamishibai, including both traditional folk tales and stories related to Japanese festivals, has expanded to include four new original titles!
Seeking our new Chief Executive!
We are looking for a Chief Executive with strong leadership skills, proven fundraising experience and the vision and drive to develop the organisation as we stay relevant for existing members and broaden our reach.
New Year’s Calligraphy Workshop - Photos
We are pleased to share photos from our series of kakizome (New Year’s Calligraphy) workshops held on Sunday 8 January, with calligrapher Yoko Takenami.
Japan Foundation Touring Film Programme 2023 - Members Discount
Japan Society members can receive a discount on tickets for film screenings at the ICA London (3 – 12 February 2023).
Japan Society Chairman's Blog (53)
May I take this opportunity to wish a very Happy New Year – Shin-nen akemashite omedetou gozaimasu – to all Japan Society members? We know that 2023 will be a demanding one, given all that is happening in geopolitics and economics, as was 2022, but we can take heart from the fact that last year Japan and the UK showed that in the face of danger and aggression our two countries stood closely together in defence of the same values and principles.
Japanese New Year Card (Nengajo) Workshop - Photos
On Sunday 11 December, artist Aya Burbanks introduced participants to Nengajo, greeting cards sent during the New Year in Japan. See photos and some of the creations by participants on the day.
Japan Society Christmas Party 2022 - Photos
On Monday 5 December 2022, we were pleased to welcome members back to the Ballroom of the Japanese Embassy, by courtesy of the Japanese Ambassador. See photos from this festive occasion.
Sixth Form Japan Day 2022 - Photos
On 10 November 2022 we invited sixth form students back to Sixth Form Japan Day for the first full-day in-person event since 2019, which was a resounding success!
New Resources for Maths and Geography!
Our latest resources for teachers on Maths and Geography.
Books and Manuscripts from the Japan Society Library
Members and friends will be interested in the forthcoming auction at Sotheby’s London of Books and Manuscripts from the Japan Society Library. As you know, the board took the decision several years ago to dispose of this historic and valuable collection, which the Society was unable to use or maintain properly and which was gradually deteriorating.