Japanese Collections at Harcourt Arboretum - Photos
On Friday 9 October 2026, The Japan Society hosted a special visit to Harcourt Arboretum part of the University of Oxford Botanic Garden and Arboretum. Led by Ben Jones, Arboretum Curator and Head of Arboriculture, members enjoyed a guided tour of the Japanese collections of trees and plants.
Survey on the UK's Youth Mobility Scheme and Japan's Working Holiday Visaイギリスのユースモビリティスキーム（YMS)および日本のワーキングホリデイビザに関するアンケート
We're inviting individuals to share their experiences and expectations of the UK's Youth Mobility Scheme (YMS) and Japan's Working Holiday Visa through a short 5–8 minute survey.
イギリスのユースモビリティスキーム（YMS）および日本のワーキングホリデイビザに関する経験や期待について、アンケートを通じて調査しております。所要時間：約５～８分
Sixth Form Japan Day 2026 is Back! Study Japan: Language, Culture & Opportunities.
We are pleased to announce that The Japan Society's Sixth Form Japan Day is back this autumn 10 November 2026.
A Private Visit to Kalliopi Lemos’s Japan-Inspired London Studio
On Thursday 3 September 2026, the Japan Society hosted an invitation-only private visit to the studio of acclaimed Greek-born, London-based artist Kalliopi Lemos. The event welcomed a selected invited guest, offering rare access to a private house, studio and Japanese garden not normally open to the public.
Summer Haiku Workshop For Children - Photos
The Japan Society was delighted to welcome internationally acclaimed poet Paul Conneally to join us again for another outdoor haiku workshop for children and their families.
NIGO Guided Tour with Curator Rachel Hajek - Photos
The Japan Society was delighted to invite members to a guided tour of NIGO: From Japan with Love, the largest survey to date of the internationally renowned artist. The tour was led by Rachel Hajek, curator at the Design Museum.
Japanese Tattooing: From Edo‑Period Traditions to Working-class Pride - Photos
In this richly illustrated talk given on Friday 24 July 2026, author and journalist Manami Okazaki explored the world of Japanese tattooing—one of the most striking, symbolically layered, and misunderstood art traditions.
The Japan Society Annual General Meeting 2026 - Photos
See photos from The Japan Society Annual General Meeting 2026
19th World Children’s Haiku Contest 2025-2026 – Winners
We are thrilled to announce the winners of the 18th World Children's Haiku Contest 2025-2026. The Japan Society would like to thank everyone for their support of this year’s contest and for their patience in waiting for the results.