In 1922, Isamu Noguchi first moved to New York—a city that would remain his on-again, off-again home for the remainder of his life. Though he was an avid traveler who built meaningful connections and temporary homes around the world, Noguchi always returned to New York. It was here that he created some of his most […]
For the September 6th class, students can choose among the Frog, Owl, Jizo, Daruma, and Goldfish designs. Shape silk and fabric into a stunning Japanese decorative doll, one piece at a time. Kimekomi is a traditional Japanese craft with deep cultural roots. Using a wooden base, you tuck colorful silk and fabric into carved grooves […]
Japan, 1964 Directed by Masaki Kobayashi Based on a collection of folktales by Lafcadio Hearn Starring Tatsuya Nakadai, Rentarô Mikuni, Michiyo Aratama, Misako Watanabe Approx. 183 min. Rentarô Mikuni finds a skeleton at the feast when he adds a second wife; woodcutter Tatsuya Nakadai meets a strange woman in the snow; a blind biwa player […]
New 4K Restoration. The debut of animation studio Gainax (Neon Genesis Evangelion) and a seminal work of cel animation, Hiroyuki Yamaga’s Royal Space Force: The Wings of Honnêamise launched a new generation of animators […]
Introduction by Jawni Han. Leave it up to chance and come watch a Sakamoto-affiliated picture, presented on film. 35mm. Approx. 90-120 min. Part of Music by Ryuichi Sakamoto September 11—12
A 1-day alternative j-fashion market event in NYC! Come join us for a day of celebrating Japanese alternative fashion and the communities who wear it! Featuring artists, creators, designers, and […]
All Star Video 『電子の拓本』 Opening with Ongaku Zukan era Ryuichi Sakamoto in a technological haze, All Star Video breaks out into a series of interviews, documenting “All Stars” of the New York arts scene—John […]
This workshop is designed for those who are interested in Nihon Buyo (Traditional Japanese Kabuki Dance) and are considering joining our 8-week Nihon Buyo Workshop. This 90-minute workshop is an […]
Pianist, singer-songwriter and musical icon Akiko Yano returns to Japan Society to dig into the folk roots of her two homes in Japan and the United States, performing arrangements of min’yo (Japanese folk song) […]
DATE: Saturday, September 19, 2026 TIMES: 11 AM & 2 PM General Admission: $15 Adults | $12 Members | $8 Children Family programming “A rare experience of cultural legacy as a living, breathing, and playful entity.” —Diana Lu, New England Theatre Geek Join the mischievous Monkey King as he takes on a mountain of fire! When Monk Tang and his disciples […]
Free, open to the public! Japan Society of Fairfield County family-friendly fall festival, featuring taiko drum performances, Japanese folktale play - Bamboo cutter, martial arts, ikebana flower arranging, calligraphy, J-pop […]
A beginner-friendly ikebana workshop where you’ll create and take home your own arrangement. What to Expect In this hands-on session, you'll create a floral arrangement inspired by the Ikenobo tradition of Ikebana. You’ll be guided step by step through the process, from understanding the materials to building structure and placing each element in the arrangement. […]
Prepare to immerse yourself in an epic SAKECON extravaganza! Join Us for NY’s Ultimate World Sake Day Festival! Get ready for an epic celebration as we host a massive festival […]
Join us for our last Night Market of the year🎤🍻 Come hang out with us at Japan Village for a night of live performances, good food, Japanese drinks, beer, and […]
Celebrate World Sake Day NYC 2026 with the best sake tastings, food pairings, and cultural experiences! 📍 BK Loft Rooftop, Brooklyn 📅 Sunday, September 27, 2026 🕓 4:00 PM – […]
FUN FEST JAPAN celebrates Japan and NYC with an all day free and fun Japanese cultural festival, featuring traditional performing arts and cultural activities for the whole family! Enjoy performances by […]
NYC, come through! 🗽🔥🇯🇵 IYASAKA MATSURI is coming to Brooklyn! Join us at @japanvillagebrooklyn on October 4 for a celebration of Japanese culture and HIPHOP‼︎ ついにIYASAKA祭りが10/4にブルックリンで開催👏 Japanese fusionをコンセプトに、日本文化とHIPHOPの融合した野外block partyをお届けします🔥 LINE […]