Japan Society’s Film Festival Begins July 10
North America’s largest festival of contemporary Japanese film returns for its 18th year this summer at Japan Society! In the span of eleven days from July 10 through 20, audiences will be treated to 30 curated films from across Japan.
What Expo Means for Osaka’s Global Business Future
📣 We’re going live on LinkedIn!
On Monday, July 14 at 7:00 p.m. ET, I’ll be joined by cross-cultural consultant Yvonne Burton for our fourth Expo 2025 talk—this time focused on what the World Expo means for Osaka’s global business future.
Dance and Poetry of Japan Workshop
Sachiyo Ito and Company presents the culmination performance of her Dance and Poetry of Japan Workshop on Tuesday, June 24.
Meet the Fukushima Sake Brewers in NYC
To introduce New Yorkers to the delights of Fukushima sake, the Fukushima government is hosting a free sake tasting at Union Square Wines & Spirits this Friday, June 13.
Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan Talk #3
JapanCulture•NYC is thrilled to continue our Expo 2025 Talk series with cross-cultural consultant Yvonne Burton of Burton Consulting International!
Yvonne has been on the ground in Osaka, exploring the site of Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan. She’s visiting pavilions and reporting on the dynamic energy and discoveries at this once-in-a-lifetime global event.
Photo: Night view of the Netherlands Pavilion with Singapore in the background. Photo courtesy Yvonne Burton
Yankees/Dodgers Watch Party
Bring your cheers and business cards. Watch Aaron Judge and the Bronx Bombers take on Shohei Ohtani and the World Champion Los Angeles Dodgers in a regular season showdown at Dodger Stadium. View all the action on multiple screens throughout the Pub's 2nd floor. Enjoy beer and food and network with fellow young professionals and members.
Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan Talk #2
Join JapanCultureNYC for Part 2 of my live conversation with cross-cultural consultant Yvonne Burton reporting from Osaka, Japan, where she’s been exploring the site of Expo 2025!
JapanCulture•NYC Turns 14!
JapanCulture•NYC launched 14 years ago today! Let’s celebrate bridging New York to Japanese culture!
Gotta Catch ‘Em All at Caveat NYC
BALLS: The Monster-Catchin’ Musical Comédy returns by popular demand, starting its summer residency at Caveat NYC.
Dodgers vs Mets on Japanese & Japanese American Community Night at Citi Field
Catch the Los Angeles Dodgers vs the New York Mets on Japanese and Japanese American Community Night at Citi Field!
THE GINZA MALE CHORUS to Perform at Carnegie Hall
The Ginza Male Chorus performs an eclectic program of classical male choir standards, musical numbers, J-pop, anison (“anime songs”), and enka (traditional Japanese music with emotional ballads and nostalgic lyrics).
Dive into Expo 2025 with Yvonne Burton
Join JapanCulture•NYC for a special Zoom conversation with Yvonne Burton, founder of Burton Consulting International, reporting live from Osaka, where she’s been exploring Expo 2025!
Japan Parade Returns to Celebrate NYC’s Friendship with Japan
Join thousands on the Upper West Side for the 4th annual Japan Parade and Street Fair on Saturday, May 10! Celebrate Japanese culture with taiko drumming, traditional dance, cosplay, Hello Kitty, and an appearance by Grand Marshal Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto. With more than 110 groups marching and JAPAN Fes hosting a Japanese food and culture fair, this free event is one of NYC’s most vibrant celebrations of Japan.
Incarceration & Resettlement Told Through Tanka
Join Japan Society for a special book talk and signing of By the Shore of Lake Michigan, a newly translated tanka poetry collection by Japanese American WWII incarcerees Tomiko and Ryokuyō Matsumoto. Discover firsthand Issei perspectives on displacement, resilience, and postwar life. Free tickets with promo code TANKAFRIEND.
Film Set in Japan’s Countryside Part of Film at Lincoln Center Series
Film at Lincoln Center presents the North American premiere of The Height of Coconut Trees, the debut film of Chinese cinematographer-turned-director Du Jie that is set in the stunning Japanese countryside.
Celebrate Japanese Culture at Columbia
Experience a vibrant celebration of Japanese culture with delicious food, captivating performances, and engaging activities. Since 2006, Matsuri has brought the Columbia community and New Yorkers together for an unforgettable day of cultural exchange.
Tea Ceremony Celebrating Hina Matsuri
Join tea ceremony master Yoshitsugu Nagano for a Hina Matsuri Tea Gathering featuring a rare Kinin-date ceremony. This special tea gathering celebrates the seasonal beauty, grace, and Japanese tradition of Hina Matsuri, Japan’s Doll Festival.
Local Hero to Be Featured in NHK Documentary
Takeshi “Tak” Furumoto is the subject of the NHK documentary RAISED IN HIROSHIMA, FOUGHT IN VIETNAM
Live Martial Arts Demos at Japan Village
Experience the power, precision, and philosophy of Budo, the way of the warrior, through thrilling demonstrations of Aikido, Judo, Battodo, and Karate. Witness skilled martial artists from Kaizenkan Aikido Dojo, Japanese American Budokan, and Zentokan Dojo in action at Japan Village.
Award-winning Author Yoko Tawada to Appear at Two NYC Events
Acclaimed Berlin-based Japanese author Yoko Tawada will be in New York City for two special in-person events. Catch her on Tuesday, March 25 at Rizzoli Bookstore and/or on Thursday, March 27 at Columbia University School of the Arts. Both events are free!
Art of Manga at Brooklyn Museum runs through January 31, 2027 | Photo by Paula Abreu Pita