News and Announcements

Celebrating Women in Film

For the next month, we will be celebrating the role women directors have played in both classical and contemporary Japanese cinema. Brush up on your knowledge of Japanese women directors with a special talk by Dr. Colleen Laird, then tune … Continue reading →

Animated Short Films by Geidai Students [Doors Open Toronto 2022]

For Doors Open Toronto 2022, the JFT is excited to present an impressive compilation of animated short films that exude vibes of rebirth, new beginnings, and renewed lives. Curated by the independent animation master YAMAMURA Koji. May 28 & 29, 2022. Continue reading →

Important Update Regarding JF OverDrive: Videos Available until September 1, 2022

All OverDrive video titles will be removed from JF OverDrive on September 1. Any users with active checkouts on OverDrive video titles will be able to enjoy the titles through the end of the lending period. After September 1, users … Continue reading →

Job Posting

We are hiring a full-time Librarian. Applications are due Monday, June 6 at 9:00 AM (EST). Tentative start date will be Friday, July 22.

Doors Open Toronto 2022

The Japan Foundation, Toronto is pleased to be part of the 2022 Doors Open Toronto! More than 100 buildings across Toronto will open their doors over the May 28–29 weekend. The Japan Foundation, Toronto will be open from 10:30 AM … Continue reading →