Author Archive: All posts by Philbert Lui

Just Launched: Japan-Canada Literary Exchange

Join this special literary exchange of talks by iconic, award winning authors from Canada (Margaret Atwood, Katherine Govier, Vincent Lam) and Japan (ASADA Jiro, KIRINO Natsuo, HIRANO Keiichiro) in conjunction with the 30th anniversary of the establishment of the Japan Foundation, Toronto.

JFF Plus Talk: Documentaries From Japan

NOW AVAILABLE on our YouTube Channel! Watch the recording of the LIVESTREAM talk between local film experts in CANADA Jesse Cumming, Dr. Darcy Gauthier and moderator Joanna Maracle to gain insights on documentaries from Japan. 

Healthy Hakko: The Fermented Culinary Arts of Japan

Healthy Hakko: The Fermented Culinary Arts of Japan What are the essential flavours of Japan? Miso, sushi, shoyu, sake, shochu, or katsuobushi? They have all undergone fermentation, and these are some of the favourites that will be covered this January … Continue reading →

38th JAPAN FILM FESTIVAL

The 38th Annual Japan Film Festival Co-presented by the Canadian Film Institute, Embassy of Japan in Canada and The Japan Foundation, Toronto Thursday, December 10, 2020 to Saturday, December 12, 2020 @ONLINE, admission free, registration required   One of the … Continue reading →

Cheers to 30 years

We’re celebrating our 30th birthday this month! On November 8, 1990, The Japan Foundation arrived in Canada and set up a small office in Toronto. Over the years, we have grown in numerous capacities, moved offices, and expanded operations to engage our patrons and community through our many programs and activities. Continue reading →