Japan Society
@japansociety.org
NYC-based nonprofit connecting you with all things Japan since 1907—exhibitions, films, performances, language classes & more.
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A look back at our Ainu Cultural Heritage events on July 22–23! ✨ Join us again for “Sinot” tomorrow and “Ainu: Indigenous People of Japan” + Q&A with filmmaker Naomi Mizoguchi August 13.
📸: Stefanie Candelario
📸: Stefanie Candelario
August 11, 2026 at 11:00 PM
A look back at our Ainu Cultural Heritage events on July 22–23! ✨ Join us again for “Sinot” tomorrow and “Ainu: Indigenous People of Japan” + Q&A with filmmaker Naomi Mizoguchi August 13.
📸: Stefanie Candelario
📸: Stefanie Candelario
👻🏮 Around Obon in August, families honor and remember spirits called yōkai reflecting on a long tradition of coexistence between the living and the unseen. This woodblock print by Utagawa Kuniyoshi depicts the giant skeleton Gashadokuro, a yōkai said to silently stalk travelers.
August 8, 2026 at 4:00 PM
👻🏮 Around Obon in August, families honor and remember spirits called yōkai reflecting on a long tradition of coexistence between the living and the unseen. This woodblock print by Utagawa Kuniyoshi depicts the giant skeleton Gashadokuro, a yōkai said to silently stalk travelers.
On July 18th, Japan Society closed off JAPAN CUTS Powered by Canon with Hirokazu Koreeda's Sheep in the Box, followed by a Q&A with the director. Before the screening, VIP Guests also had the rare opportunity to meet Koreeda himself before sitting for the screening.
📸 Stefanie Candelario
📸 Stefanie Candelario
July 31, 2026 at 5:00 PM
On July 18th, Japan Society closed off JAPAN CUTS Powered by Canon with Hirokazu Koreeda's Sheep in the Box, followed by a Q&A with the director. Before the screening, VIP Guests also had the rare opportunity to meet Koreeda himself before sitting for the screening.
📸 Stefanie Candelario
📸 Stefanie Candelario
Practically a Japanese version of “dessert” versus “desert:” Did you know that just one tiny consonant can change this similar Japanese word from talking about a writer 🖊 (sakka) to an incline ↗️ (saka)?
☀️ Avoid making tiny mistakes by joining classes at our Language Center.
japansoc.org/3K0wfiA
☀️ Avoid making tiny mistakes by joining classes at our Language Center.
japansoc.org/3K0wfiA
July 30, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Practically a Japanese version of “dessert” versus “desert:” Did you know that just one tiny consonant can change this similar Japanese word from talking about a writer 🖊 (sakka) to an incline ↗️ (saka)?
☀️ Avoid making tiny mistakes by joining classes at our Language Center.
japansoc.org/3K0wfiA
☀️ Avoid making tiny mistakes by joining classes at our Language Center.
japansoc.org/3K0wfiA
Our hearts are heavy following the news of the earthquake in Japan.
We send our condolences and we keep the rescue workers and all those affected in our thoughts. Please consider making a donation to aid the workers on the ground.
pbv.or.jp/en/news/kuma...
peacewindsamerica.org/japan-emerge...
We send our condolences and we keep the rescue workers and all those affected in our thoughts. Please consider making a donation to aid the workers on the ground.
pbv.or.jp/en/news/kuma...
peacewindsamerica.org/japan-emerge...
Peace Winds Deploys for Kumamoto Earthquake Relief
A powerful 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck Kumamoto Prefecture on the southern island of Kyushu on Tuesday July 28 at 4:27 pm JST. The earthquake caused intense shaking, and there are initial reports of significant damage. Members of Peace Winds' ARROWS medical response team are on the ground now and will soon be joined by a second group of responders.
peacewindsamerica.org
July 29, 2026 at 2:58 PM
Our hearts are heavy following the news of the earthquake in Japan.
We send our condolences and we keep the rescue workers and all those affected in our thoughts. Please consider making a donation to aid the workers on the ground.
pbv.or.jp/en/news/kuma...
peacewindsamerica.org/japan-emerge...
We send our condolences and we keep the rescue workers and all those affected in our thoughts. Please consider making a donation to aid the workers on the ground.
pbv.or.jp/en/news/kuma...
peacewindsamerica.org/japan-emerge...
General tickets are now on sale for Japan Society's 2026–27 Performing Arts Season. Join us for a rich variety of performances: contemporary dance, music, puppet theater, traditional arts and more. We’ll see you at the theater! japansoc.org/PA-26%E2%80%...
July 16, 2026 at 3:15 PM
General tickets are now on sale for Japan Society's 2026–27 Performing Arts Season. Join us for a rich variety of performances: contemporary dance, music, puppet theater, traditional arts and more. We’ll see you at the theater! japansoc.org/PA-26%E2%80%...
This year, we welcomed a record-breaking 3,500 students—with 80% coming from Title I schools for free! 🏫✨ Our arts and culture education programs are powered by your generosity. Help us keep inspiring the next generation by donating to our May Annual Fund! 🎁
japansoc.org/4w29NJi
japansoc.org/4w29NJi
May 12, 2026 at 2:10 PM
This year, we welcomed a record-breaking 3,500 students—with 80% coming from Title I schools for free! 🏫✨ Our arts and culture education programs are powered by your generosity. Help us keep inspiring the next generation by donating to our May Annual Fund! 🎁
japansoc.org/4w29NJi
japansoc.org/4w29NJi
“I learned it from anime” is a great start, but we can help with the rest! 😉🇯🇵
Japan Society's summer teen classes cover everything from conversational basics (like asking for directions!) to reading, writing, and even manga drawing!
japansoc.org/4ty0GNQ
Japan Society's summer teen classes cover everything from conversational basics (like asking for directions!) to reading, writing, and even manga drawing!
japansoc.org/4ty0GNQ
May 11, 2026 at 10:38 PM
“I learned it from anime” is a great start, but we can help with the rest! 😉🇯🇵
Japan Society's summer teen classes cover everything from conversational basics (like asking for directions!) to reading, writing, and even manga drawing!
japansoc.org/4ty0GNQ
Japan Society's summer teen classes cover everything from conversational basics (like asking for directions!) to reading, writing, and even manga drawing!
japansoc.org/4ty0GNQ
Celebrate MONKEY Volume 6!
🎬 Unpack the art of film adaptation in "From Page to Screen: The Art & Anxiety of Adaptation" japansoc.org/anxietyadapt...
👻 Explore the cultural roots of J-Horror in "What’s Japanese in Japanese Horror?" japansoc.org/japanesehorror
Save 10% when you attend both!
🎬 Unpack the art of film adaptation in "From Page to Screen: The Art & Anxiety of Adaptation" japansoc.org/anxietyadapt...
👻 Explore the cultural roots of J-Horror in "What’s Japanese in Japanese Horror?" japansoc.org/japanesehorror
Save 10% when you attend both!
May 8, 2026 at 2:01 PM
Celebrate MONKEY Volume 6!
🎬 Unpack the art of film adaptation in "From Page to Screen: The Art & Anxiety of Adaptation" japansoc.org/anxietyadapt...
👻 Explore the cultural roots of J-Horror in "What’s Japanese in Japanese Horror?" japansoc.org/japanesehorror
Save 10% when you attend both!
🎬 Unpack the art of film adaptation in "From Page to Screen: The Art & Anxiety of Adaptation" japansoc.org/anxietyadapt...
👻 Explore the cultural roots of J-Horror in "What’s Japanese in Japanese Horror?" japansoc.org/japanesehorror
Save 10% when you attend both!
Take a trip back to Treasure Town in this stunning 4K premiere of Tekkonkinkreet on May 28 at 6 pm!
Based on the legendary manga by Taiyo Matsumoto, this modern cult classic is a story of brotherhood in a decaying world.
Grab your seats: japansoc.org/4ufRIpT
📷: Michael Arias/Studio 4°C
Based on the legendary manga by Taiyo Matsumoto, this modern cult classic is a story of brotherhood in a decaying world.
Grab your seats: japansoc.org/4ufRIpT
📷: Michael Arias/Studio 4°C
May 7, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Take a trip back to Treasure Town in this stunning 4K premiere of Tekkonkinkreet on May 28 at 6 pm!
Based on the legendary manga by Taiyo Matsumoto, this modern cult classic is a story of brotherhood in a decaying world.
Grab your seats: japansoc.org/4ufRIpT
📷: Michael Arias/Studio 4°C
Based on the legendary manga by Taiyo Matsumoto, this modern cult classic is a story of brotherhood in a decaying world.
Grab your seats: japansoc.org/4ufRIpT
📷: Michael Arias/Studio 4°C
Take a trip back to Treasure Town in this stunning 4K premiere of Tekkonkinkreet on May 28 at 6 pm!
Based on the legendary manga by Taiyo Matsumoto, this modern cult classic is a story of brotherhood in a decaying world.
Grab your seats: japansoc.org/4ufRIpT
📷: Michael Arias/Studio 4°C
Based on the legendary manga by Taiyo Matsumoto, this modern cult classic is a story of brotherhood in a decaying world.
Grab your seats: japansoc.org/4ufRIpT
📷: Michael Arias/Studio 4°C
May 7, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Take a trip back to Treasure Town in this stunning 4K premiere of Tekkonkinkreet on May 28 at 6 pm!
Based on the legendary manga by Taiyo Matsumoto, this modern cult classic is a story of brotherhood in a decaying world.
Grab your seats: japansoc.org/4ufRIpT
📷: Michael Arias/Studio 4°C
Based on the legendary manga by Taiyo Matsumoto, this modern cult classic is a story of brotherhood in a decaying world.
Grab your seats: japansoc.org/4ufRIpT
📷: Michael Arias/Studio 4°C
One syllable changes everything! 🪑 "Suwatte" (sit) vs. 🏺 "Sawatte" (touch) is the difference between taking a seat and getting too close to the art. 😅
Master your skills this summer at the Language Center! 🇯🇵☀️
Use code EARLY by 4/22 for $10 off!
japansoc.org/45e3lSO
Master your skills this summer at the Language Center! 🇯🇵☀️
Use code EARLY by 4/22 for $10 off!
japansoc.org/45e3lSO
April 17, 2026 at 2:00 PM
One syllable changes everything! 🪑 "Suwatte" (sit) vs. 🏺 "Sawatte" (touch) is the difference between taking a seat and getting too close to the art. 😅
Master your skills this summer at the Language Center! 🇯🇵☀️
Use code EARLY by 4/22 for $10 off!
japansoc.org/45e3lSO
Master your skills this summer at the Language Center! 🇯🇵☀️
Use code EARLY by 4/22 for $10 off!
japansoc.org/45e3lSO
Join our sweet sake shindig on 4/21! 🍶🍫 Hear Hiroshi Sakurai (Dassai) & Maribel Lieberman (MarieBelle NY) discuss building global brands. Then, enjoy a reception with Dassai Blue sake, savory bites & take home an exclusive chocolate gift!
Tickets are limited: japansoc.org/4ccpVjq
Tickets are limited: japansoc.org/4ccpVjq
April 16, 2026 at 5:15 PM
Join our sweet sake shindig on 4/21! 🍶🍫 Hear Hiroshi Sakurai (Dassai) & Maribel Lieberman (MarieBelle NY) discuss building global brands. Then, enjoy a reception with Dassai Blue sake, savory bites & take home an exclusive chocolate gift!
Tickets are limited: japansoc.org/4ccpVjq
Tickets are limited: japansoc.org/4ccpVjq
Sustaining Members, join us on April 22 for an exclusive Gallery After Hours tour of Kawai Kanjirō: House to House. Enjoy light refreshments, and experience a curator-led tour exploring the U.S. solo debut of this incredible collection. 🏺✨
🎟️ japansoc.org/4tO9tM4
🎟️ japansoc.org/4tO9tM4
April 15, 2026 at 6:32 PM
Sustaining Members, join us on April 22 for an exclusive Gallery After Hours tour of Kawai Kanjirō: House to House. Enjoy light refreshments, and experience a curator-led tour exploring the U.S. solo debut of this incredible collection. 🏺✨
🎟️ japansoc.org/4tO9tM4
🎟️ japansoc.org/4tO9tM4
How does a glass of wine play a role on the global diplomatic stage? 🍷🇺🇸🇯🇵
From D.C. to Tokyo, Freeman Winery is beautifully blending U.S. and Japanese cultures. Join us on April 7 for a Talk and Tasting with the team behind the wine, followed by a tasting reception!
🎟️ japansoc.org/47o2Asl
From D.C. to Tokyo, Freeman Winery is beautifully blending U.S. and Japanese cultures. Join us on April 7 for a Talk and Tasting with the team behind the wine, followed by a tasting reception!
🎟️ japansoc.org/47o2Asl
March 27, 2026 at 3:06 PM
How does a glass of wine play a role on the global diplomatic stage? 🍷🇺🇸🇯🇵
From D.C. to Tokyo, Freeman Winery is beautifully blending U.S. and Japanese cultures. Join us on April 7 for a Talk and Tasting with the team behind the wine, followed by a tasting reception!
🎟️ japansoc.org/47o2Asl
From D.C. to Tokyo, Freeman Winery is beautifully blending U.S. and Japanese cultures. Join us on April 7 for a Talk and Tasting with the team behind the wine, followed by a tasting reception!
🎟️ japansoc.org/47o2Asl
Have you picked up your Midtown Cultural Alliance passport yet? ✈️ 🇰🇷 🇯🇵 🇫🇷 🇩🇰 🇫🇮 🇳🇴 🇮🇸 🇸🇪
You can redeem gifts after 3 stamps—explore a range of programming from March 26–April 5! 🎁
Check out the full schedule here: japansoc.org/mca2026 🤩 and come get your passport at any MCA Open House location.
You can redeem gifts after 3 stamps—explore a range of programming from March 26–April 5! 🎁
Check out the full schedule here: japansoc.org/mca2026 🤩 and come get your passport at any MCA Open House location.
March 25, 2026 at 3:40 PM
Have you picked up your Midtown Cultural Alliance passport yet? ✈️ 🇰🇷 🇯🇵 🇫🇷 🇩🇰 🇫🇮 🇳🇴 🇮🇸 🇸🇪
You can redeem gifts after 3 stamps—explore a range of programming from March 26–April 5! 🎁
Check out the full schedule here: japansoc.org/mca2026 🤩 and come get your passport at any MCA Open House location.
You can redeem gifts after 3 stamps—explore a range of programming from March 26–April 5! 🎁
Check out the full schedule here: japansoc.org/mca2026 🤩 and come get your passport at any MCA Open House location.
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the opening reception of “Kawai Kanjirō: House to House” at Japan Society last Wednesday. 🏺🤎
On view through May 10, 2026, come check out this inspiring collection of ceramics, calligraphy, and sculptures.
More info: japansoc.org/4qUYi3o
📸: Andrew Levine
On view through May 10, 2026, come check out this inspiring collection of ceramics, calligraphy, and sculptures.
More info: japansoc.org/4qUYi3o
📸: Andrew Levine
March 24, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the opening reception of “Kawai Kanjirō: House to House” at Japan Society last Wednesday. 🏺🤎
On view through May 10, 2026, come check out this inspiring collection of ceramics, calligraphy, and sculptures.
More info: japansoc.org/4qUYi3o
📸: Andrew Levine
On view through May 10, 2026, come check out this inspiring collection of ceramics, calligraphy, and sculptures.
More info: japansoc.org/4qUYi3o
📸: Andrew Levine
Want to say more than "suki desu"? This White Day, give the gift of language! 🤍🌸
Late Spring Language Center registration is OPEN! Choose from 1-day travel workshops, 5-week courses, Shodo & more.
Learn more here: japansoc.org/45e3lSO
Late Spring Language Center registration is OPEN! Choose from 1-day travel workshops, 5-week courses, Shodo & more.
Learn more here: japansoc.org/45e3lSO
March 14, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Want to say more than "suki desu"? This White Day, give the gift of language! 🤍🌸
Late Spring Language Center registration is OPEN! Choose from 1-day travel workshops, 5-week courses, Shodo & more.
Learn more here: japansoc.org/45e3lSO
Late Spring Language Center registration is OPEN! Choose from 1-day travel workshops, 5-week courses, Shodo & more.
Learn more here: japansoc.org/45e3lSO
We are one week away from the highly anticipated return of Japanese contemporary dance visionary Hiroaki Umeda! 💥 Don't miss "assimilating & Moving State 1"—refined physicality merges with digital design and cyberart in this ultramodern dance double bill.
Secure your seats: japansoc.org/46ciq8Q
Secure your seats: japansoc.org/46ciq8Q
March 13, 2026 at 6:53 PM
We are one week away from the highly anticipated return of Japanese contemporary dance visionary Hiroaki Umeda! 💥 Don't miss "assimilating & Moving State 1"—refined physicality merges with digital design and cyberart in this ultramodern dance double bill.
Secure your seats: japansoc.org/46ciq8Q
Secure your seats: japansoc.org/46ciq8Q
Limited tickets left for the World Premiere of Akane-banashi at Japan Society 🎟️
Join us on April 1 to be the first to see the anime adaptation of this acclaimed manga about the art of Rakugo, before it even premieres in Japan!
Grab your seats at the 🔗 in bio!
Join us on April 1 to be the first to see the anime adaptation of this acclaimed manga about the art of Rakugo, before it even premieres in Japan!
Grab your seats at the 🔗 in bio!
March 11, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Limited tickets left for the World Premiere of Akane-banashi at Japan Society 🎟️
Join us on April 1 to be the first to see the anime adaptation of this acclaimed manga about the art of Rakugo, before it even premieres in Japan!
Grab your seats at the 🔗 in bio!
Join us on April 1 to be the first to see the anime adaptation of this acclaimed manga about the art of Rakugo, before it even premieres in Japan!
Grab your seats at the 🔗 in bio!
The Midtown Cultural Alliance returns from March 26 to April 5! Join five of Midtown's premier cultural institutions for free & ticketed programming. Pick up a MCA stamp passport and collect free gifts after 3 stamps! 🎁
Take a look at the full calendar at midtownculturalalliance.org
Take a look at the full calendar at midtownculturalalliance.org
March 5, 2026 at 4:13 PM
The Midtown Cultural Alliance returns from March 26 to April 5! Join five of Midtown's premier cultural institutions for free & ticketed programming. Pick up a MCA stamp passport and collect free gifts after 3 stamps! 🎁
Take a look at the full calendar at midtownculturalalliance.org
Take a look at the full calendar at midtownculturalalliance.org
Who was visiting us in 2016? 🙋♀️🙋♂️ Looking back 10 years, Japan Society has truly grown! 🇯🇵
Marie Kondo, Konmari Your Life 📸 Daphnee Youree
George Takei, From Barbed Wire to Broadway 📸 AS
Yusei Matsui, Creator of Assassination Classroom 📸 George Hirose
At Twilight Opening Reception
Marie Kondo, Konmari Your Life 📸 Daphnee Youree
George Takei, From Barbed Wire to Broadway 📸 AS
Yusei Matsui, Creator of Assassination Classroom 📸 George Hirose
At Twilight Opening Reception
March 4, 2026 at 4:46 PM
Who was visiting us in 2016? 🙋♀️🙋♂️ Looking back 10 years, Japan Society has truly grown! 🇯🇵
Marie Kondo, Konmari Your Life 📸 Daphnee Youree
George Takei, From Barbed Wire to Broadway 📸 AS
Yusei Matsui, Creator of Assassination Classroom 📸 George Hirose
At Twilight Opening Reception
Marie Kondo, Konmari Your Life 📸 Daphnee Youree
George Takei, From Barbed Wire to Broadway 📸 AS
Yusei Matsui, Creator of Assassination Classroom 📸 George Hirose
At Twilight Opening Reception
We are honored to present the World Premiere of the highly anticipated new anime Akane-banashi on April 1. Based on the acclaimed manga by Yuki Suenaga & Takamasa Moue, it tells the story of a young girl who strives to master Rakugo, a traditional Japanese storytelling art. Tickets launch March 2!
February 26, 2026 at 3:00 PM
We are honored to present the World Premiere of the highly anticipated new anime Akane-banashi on April 1. Based on the acclaimed manga by Yuki Suenaga & Takamasa Moue, it tells the story of a young girl who strives to master Rakugo, a traditional Japanese storytelling art. Tickets launch March 2!
Thank you to our members who attended Matcha: The Next Generation! 🌿🍵 We explored how traditional Japanese tea culture is evolving. Our panelists shared fascinating insights—followed by a delicious tasting reception. We are so grateful for our members who make these vibrant conversations possible. ✨
February 24, 2026 at 7:30 PM
Thank you to our members who attended Matcha: The Next Generation! 🌿🍵 We explored how traditional Japanese tea culture is evolving. Our panelists shared fascinating insights—followed by a delicious tasting reception. We are so grateful for our members who make these vibrant conversations possible. ✨
Sometimes we all need a little "Ganbare!" (Do your best!) 🐒💪 A gentle reminder to always keep going, no matter how heavy the load.
Keeping a vibrant hub for Japanese art and culture in NYC is a big lift, and we couldn't do it without our incredible members. Thank you & we're cheering you on!
Keeping a vibrant hub for Japanese art and culture in NYC is a big lift, and we couldn't do it without our incredible members. Thank you & we're cheering you on!
February 23, 2026 at 6:18 PM
Sometimes we all need a little "Ganbare!" (Do your best!) 🐒💪 A gentle reminder to always keep going, no matter how heavy the load.
Keeping a vibrant hub for Japanese art and culture in NYC is a big lift, and we couldn't do it without our incredible members. Thank you & we're cheering you on!
Keeping a vibrant hub for Japanese art and culture in NYC is a big lift, and we couldn't do it without our incredible members. Thank you & we're cheering you on!