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The Japan Society Review

The Japan Society Review is an digital publication covering Japan-related books and films, as well as theatre and stage productions, tv series and exhibitions. Published since 2006, it is released now on a quarterly basis and is available online on our website and printed for members. Its purpose is to inform, entertain and encourage readers to explore the works for themselves.

The Japan Society Review is possible thanks to the work of volunteers who dedicated their time and expertise to help us to promote the learning and understanding of Japanese culture and society.

To become a reviewer, please fill the form here and let us know a little about you, your professional or academic background, your interest, passion or expertise regarding Japan and the type of works you would like to review.

If you have any questions, please contact reviews@japansociety.org.uk.

Interview with Yuriri Naka

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Interview with Yuriri Naka

Mike Sullivan interviews actress Yuriri Naka, one of the stars in the movie 'All That Remains'. Interview by Mike Sullivan

Interview with Violinist Midori Komachi

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Interview with Violinist Midori Komachi

Mike sullivan interviews violinist Midori Komachi following the release of her debut album. Interview by Mike Sullivan

Terracotta Far East Asian Film Festival Press Event

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Terracotta Far East Asian Film Festival Press Event

This is the fifth year of the Terracotta Far East Film Festival and it gets bigger and better each time. This year’s press event allowed us to get a preview of the line up of movies as well as see their trailers. Review by Mike Sullivan

The Return of Japan’s Long Lost Telescope

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The Return of Japan’s Long Lost Telescope

Four centuries ago King James I gave Japan its very first telescope. Sadly, the original telescope has been lost to the mists of time, but as part of the Japan400 celebrations in 2013 to mark four centuries since the first official encounter, a new telescope was constructed using traditional methods. Article by Sean Curtin

An interview with Micha Colombo

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An interview with Micha Colombo

Susan Meehan interviews Micha Colombo, director of the play 'Woman in the Dunes' Interview by Susan Meehan

YoKOYA Launch Party

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YoKOYA Launch Party

On Monday 7 October 2013, YoKOYA restaurant staged a launch party to announce to London that a new kind of Japanese restaurant had arrived. It is located near Camden and Mornington Crescent tube [...] Review by Mike Sullivan

Haruka Abe – Interview with an Actress

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Haruka Abe – Interview with an Actress

Mike Sullivan interviews Haruka Abe on her life and work Interview by Mike Sullivan

Japan Matsuri 2013

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Japan Matsuri 2013

The 2013 Japan Matsuri was held in Trafalgar Square, its second year at the world famous venue. The annual event brings the Japanese community and Londoners together to enjoy [...] Review by Sean Curtin

An Interview with Taro Hakase about his new album JAPONISM

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An Interview with Taro Hakase about his new album JAPONISM

Mike Sullivan catches up with Taro Hakase on his world tour and discusses his dual love of London and Japan. Interview by Mike Sullivan

Like Father Like Son

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Like Father Like Son

Directed by Hirokazu Koreeda When six year old Keita Nonomiya starts taking all sorts of exams to enter primary school, a blood test reveals that he is not actually Ryota and Midori’s son. The news that they have [...] Review by Susan Meehan