Individual Membership

The Japan Society, a non-profit organisation with a history stretching back to 1891, is the leading body in the United Kingdom dedicated to the enhancement of the British-Japanese relationship.

Our members are committed to promoting deep and lasting understanding between our two countries. Our strength lies in a broad based membership of individuals and organisations.

We currently have a membership of over 1,000 members, both individual and corporate, including British, Japanese, and international members. Join us today! 

Note 1: Please read our privacy policy and terms & conditions. By filling a membership form, you state that you have read and agreed to them. If you choose it in the form, you will receive information about The Japan Society’s events and activities by post and/or email.

Note 2: If you are a UK tax payer, you can also help us by selecting the Gift Aid box in the payment screen. Without any further cost for you, this will allow The Japan Society to reclaim the tax on your membership and any qualifying donations paid in the last four years and from the date of this declaration until further notice. Find more information about Gift Aid.

Standard Membership Categories

Bulletin Membership

This is a concessional membership for those that live overseas or outside London and are unable to attend events on a regular basis. You can still receive other membership benefits such as discounts on The Japan Society’s publications, exclusive access to our E-Library, subscription to The Japan Society Review and a copy of our annual Proceedings.

Concessional Membership

This is a concessional membership for members under 25 years old, full time students and returnees of JET programme.

Proof of status will be required in the form:

• Under 25: Please upload a copy of an ID document which include your date of birth.
• Full time students: Please upload a valid student ID (with date) or a letter from your school on headed paper.
• JET membership discount is available for one year after return from Japan. Please indicate the dates of JET programme and prefecture in Japan.