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The Japan Foundation is Japan’s principle organisation for promoting international cultural exchange between Japan and the rest of the world.

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Upcoming Events

School-Centred Initial Teacher Training Information Day for Applicants - April 2024

Tue 30th April 2024

Are you interested in teaching Japanese in secondary schools in England? Would you like to get the teaching qualification to realise that ambition? If so, please don’t miss this great opportunity! The National Modern Languages ...

Talk event: Mingei Then and Now with YOSHIZAWA Tomo

Mon 13th May 2024

The Mingei Undo was a revolutionary cultural movement in Japan which started in 1926. Grandfathered by YANAGI Soetsu, it intended to identify and treasure the beauty of the hand-made works produced by anonymous c...

KABUKI KIMONO: Costumes of Bandō Tamasaburō V

Tue 21st November 2023 - Sun 8th December 2024

Step into the world of Kabuki with six stunning kimonos worn by the legendary actor BANDO Tamasaburo V, known for his renowned onnagata roles (male actor who performs female roles). Experience the intricate artist...

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