Join representatives of four Canadian taiko groups in this panel discussion as they talk about the origins of taiko in Canada, how groups have adapted to the pandemic, and how taiko intersects with community building and social activism. Continue reading →
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In November 2021, the Japan Foundation, Toronto and the world-renowned taiko soloist HAYASHI Eitetsu began an international collaboration with Canadian taiko groups in a special online video performance, the Thousand Sea Symphonies Canada Project. Continue reading →
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The Japan Foundation, Toronto presents four film screenings in February 2022 to help you get through this cold and snowy season! From classics like Hosoda Mamoru’s WOLF CHILDREN to Hamaguchi Ryusuke’s recent award-winning gem, WHEEL OF FORTUNE & FANTASY. Continue reading →
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Wolf Children おおかみこどもの雨と雪 & What’s for Dinner, Mom? ママ、ごはんまだ?
Join us online from February 4 to 6 for a pair of winter-themed films that will surely warm your hearts and bellies amidst this snowy season. Available to for free and viewable from across Canada. Continue reading →
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Join us for the 39th Japan Film Festival from December 9-11, 2021! Watch two wonderful feel-good Japanese films, MIXED DOUBLES (2017) and BENTO HARASSMENT (2019), available across Canada for FREE! Co-presented by The Japan Foundation, Toronto, the Canadian Film Institute, and the Embassy of Japan in Canada. Continue reading →
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