Free Half-Term Calligraphy Workshops for Children and Young People
Join The Japan Society this October half-term and try shodo, the traditional Japanese art of calligraphy, in this workshop for children and young people!
Collar Cup Golf Match 2025 - Winners and Pictures
See photos from this year's Collar Cup Golf Match, which was won by JCCI!
19th World Children's Haiku Contest 2025-2026
The Japan Society is pleased to announce that the 19th World Children's Haiku Contest 2025-2026 is now open for entries, with the theme of this year being "Sound".
Earth Sense: Artists' Talk with Hamish Fulton and Masako Yasuki - Video & Photos
See photos from Earth Sense: Artists' Talk with Hamish Fulton and Masako Yasuki.
New Sumo Resource for Key Stages 2 and 3!
Discover the fascinating world of sumo with our brand-new online resource for Key Stages 2 and 3! With the Grand Sumo Tournament returning to the UK for the first time since 1991, why not celebrate this special moment in the history of the sport and bring sumo to life in your classroom this half-term! Learn all about the rich and extensive history of sumo, including the many ancient traditions and rituals that can still be witnessed even in tournaments today.
Japanese Calligraphy Workshops at St John's Wood Library - Photos
On Monday 29 July 2025, The Japan Society were pleased to host Japanese calligraphy workshops at St John's Wood Library for children and young people!
The Japan Society Annual General Meeting 2025 - Photos
See photos from the Annual General Meeting 2025
Summer Calligraphy Workshop - Photos
See photos from our Summer Calligraphy Workshop series, led by London-based calligrapher Yoko Takenami
Yoshitomo Nara Exhibition – Guided Tour - Photos
See photos from the special guided tour of Yoshitomo Nara at Hayward Gallery.
Hiroshige: Artist of the Open Road – Private View with Curator Dr Alfred Haft - Photos
See photos from the private view of Hiroshige: Artist of the Open Road, with Lead Curator Dr Alfred Haft