Upcoming Events

This event is intended not only as a commemoration of the Great East Japan Earthquake, but also as an opportunity to honour those affected by natural disasters around the world, to reflect on ongoing conflicts and tragic events in many regions, and to offer a collective prayer for global peace. This programme consists of a staged reading, screenplay and a musical performance. Presented by: Save the Kids Project – Naomi Suzuki, and supported by: Embassy of Japan in the UK; Japan Association in the UK; London Fukuoka Kenjin Kai; London Shakunage Kai (Fukushima).

In this free talk, part of the events programme for the exhibition on Kenji Yoshida: The Meanings of Life at October Gallery, Joe Nickols (Project Curator of Samurai, British Museum) and Gerard Houghton (Director of Special Projects, October Gallery) will explore Yoshida’s life, practice and artistic legacy.

This season at The Garden Cinema in London explores Japanese cinema of the 1980s, a turbulent and often overlooked decade shaped by studio decline, independent production, and bold formal experimentation, featuring landmark works that challenge conventional narratives and reflect the social, cultural, and political anxieties.

Marking the fifteenth anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake, this event will explore what happens when disasters and crises occur and how individuals and communities respond to them. Each speaker from University of Manchester will give a short presentation drawing on their specific area of expertise, followed by questions from the audience. The talk will be both in person and online.

At 14:46 on 11 March 2011, a magnitude 9.0 earthquake struck north eastern Japan. In evacuation centres, onigiri became a symbol of relief and communal support. This fundraising event will take place at LSE Sheffield Street, London, from 12:00 to 16:00, with all funds transferred via The Japan Society to the Hatachi Fund, which supports children affected by the disaster. Participating vendors will be Onigiri Kome, Mama’s Onigiri, Sosaku Onigiri, and Metcha Matcha.

Screening of the film "Fukushima, a Nuclear Nightmare" at Frontline Club, London W2 1QJ, followed by Q&A with filmmaker Megumi Inman.

Roll up your sleeves for a 90-minute, hands-on sushi adventure! Learn to craft four delicious types of authentic sushi in a fun, relaxed setting, perfect for beginners and food lovers alike. No experience needed—just bring your appetite and creativity!

In this class hosted by Sushi expert and Japanese native Tomono you will learn how to make Sushi Rice, 4 different types of Sushi, from ball shaped Temarizushi to Yukari Homasaki rolls and more! To accompany this, you will also make crispy and juicy pork Gyoza dumplings. As always you will taste everything that you make and take home a generous goodie bag of delicious treats. Suitable for all experience levels.

Percussionist Joji Hirota performs with The London Taiko Drummers at October Gallery part of the events programme for the exhibition Kenji Yoshida: The Meaning of Life. The event allows people to experience the thunderous energy and meditative precision of taiko drumming in a powerful live performance presented alongside the exhibition.

This one-day dramatic arts course introduces students to the classical arts of Nō Theatre, combining lectures with music, chant and dance, as well as the detailed study of costumes in the V&A collection. Join Kitazawa Hideta for a demonstration of traditional Nō mask making. The course will be held at Victoria and Albert Museum and Online.