Writing the Seasons: Japanese Calligraphy on an Uchiwa Fan - Photos
We are pleased to share photos from the Writing the Seasons: Japanese Calligraphy on an Uchiwa Fan workshop, held on Sunday 16 May and led by calligrapher Yoko Takenami.
Celebrating Shogi in London: Lecture on Mastery, Tournaments, and Beginners’ Workshop - Photos
See photos from the recent shogi-related events: An Evening with Japanese Chess Masters and Inter City Shogi Cup 2026 - London.
Celebrating Shogi in London: An Evening with Japanese Chess Masters - Photos
See photos from the recent shogi-related event: Inside the World of Shogi: An Evening with Japanese Chess Masters.
Festivals and Japan Resources for the Summer Term!
Bring Japanese literature, geography, sports, and culture into your classroom this summer term! Celebrate Kodomo no Hi (Children's Day) and other upcoming festivals with our most popular teaching materials.
The Japan Society Public Lecture Series: January – March 2026
In January, February, and March 2026 we hosted a series of lectures that explored the global evolution of the samurai with Professor Oleg Benesch, human rights challenges with Dr Sanae Fujita, and a reconsideration of the samurai by Dr Rosina Buckland, lead curator of the British Museum’s landmark exhibition.
Resources for March and Spring Term!
This March, inspire and engage pupils in learning all about Japan with our featured resources on celebrations, history, sports, and more!
Free Manga Drawing Workshops for Young People (12-18) at Manchester Central Library
On 21 March, join The Japan Society and Manchester Central Library in manga drawing workshops led by artist Inko, and learn how to draw Japanese yokai in the manga art style!
Lecture by Julia Longbottom CMG, British Ambassador to Japan 2026 - Photos
See photos from the 2026 lecture by Julia Longbottom CMG, British Ambassador to Japan.
New Year's Calligraphy Workshop - Photos
See photos from our New Year's Calligraphy Workshop , led by London-based calligrapher Yoko Takenami
New & Featured Resources for the Spring Term!
Welcome back to another exciting new Spring Term! Bring Japan to life in your classroom this half-term with our featured and new resources on traditions, celebrations, food, and more. Suitable for Key Stages 1 to 3!