Category Archive: Art Exhibition

Tenugui Towels with Cherry Blossoms: Design Excellence in Japanese Daily Life

桜の手拭い:日本の日常生活の中の、デザインの逸品展 In celebration of spring 2026, with Cherry Blossoms as a main theme, along with related Ukiyo-e woodblock prints, this colourful exhibition demonstrates the endless creativity in Tenugui. Tenugui are towels made of bleached cotton, approximately 34 cm wide and 90 … Continue reading →

Uma-Doshi (Horse Year) Origami

Let’s celebrate the coming of 2026, the Year of the Horse (Uma Doshi)! When you visit JFT Library in January 2026, you have a chance to see the beauty of meticulously crafted origami horses folded by members of The Origami … Continue reading →

Doors Open Toronto 2025: Playful Japan

JFT is back for Doors Open Toronto on May 24 & 25! We are pleased to present our all-ages programming under the banner of “Playful Japan.” Continue reading →

Hebi-Doshi (Snake Year) Origami

Let’s celebrate the coming of 2025, the Year of the Snake (Hebi Doshi)! When you visit JFT Library in January 2025, you will also have a chance to see the beauty of meticulously crafted origami snakes folded by members of … Continue reading →

Yōkai Netsuke Exhibition

Come and experience the mysterious universe of Yōkai through these Netsuke figures which serve as gateways to bridge across the dimensions. Exhibition opens October 17 at The Japan Foundation, Toronto. Continue reading →