Category Archive: Arts & Culture

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 →

Cinema Kabuki 2025 Toronto

Sunday, February 23, 2025

Advanced tickets on sale now! Continue reading →

Doors Open Toronto 2024: Timeless Japan

JFT is back for Doors Open Toronto on May 25th & 26! We are pleased to present our all-ages programming under the banner of “Timeless Japan” for all to enjoy a dose of nostalgia and learn a bit of history. Continue reading →

Watchlist for National Indigenous Peoples Day

For National Indigenous Peoples Day (June 21), we invite you to revisit some of our past programming about the indigenous peoples of Japan. Please explore the read/watchlist below as you reflect on the land that you are on, and who the traditional keepers of the land are. Continue reading →

Films About the AINU: Additional Resources & Videos

As a follow-up to last week’s film screenings in recognition of International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples (Aug 9), we have assembled a collection of films, videos, and additional resources about the Ainu people. Continue reading →