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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.
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
The Japan Society Christmas Party 2025 - Photos
See photos from this year's Christmas Party
Beyond the Dance: Symbolism and Aesthetics in Nihon Buyo - Photos
See photos from our event on nihon buyo (traditional Japanese dance).
Crafting for the Festive Season: Japanese Woodblock Printing Workshop - Photos
See photos from our special festive woodblock printing workshops
The Sir Hugh Cortazzi Lecture: Security in a Changing World - Photos
On Wednesday 26 November 2025, The Japan Society and Chatham House co‑hosted The Sir Hugh Cortazzi Lecture with Dame Karen Pierce DCMG.
MIC! PROJECTOR! ACTION! Live Benshi Performance - Photos
Take a look at the highlights from this special evening celebrating Japan’s silent films with benshi narration at the historic Regent Street Cinema.










