Category Archive: Library

JFT Valentine’s Event Series 2025: Author SHIMAMOTO Rio

Fall in love this Valentine’s season with the captivating stories of SHIMAMOTO Rio, one of the most celebrated romance fiction writers. Immerse yourself in the complexities of love and life through an engaging book club discussion, a stunning movie adaptation, and an exclusive opportunity to hear directly from the author herself!

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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 →

International Bestseller KAWAGUCHI Toshikazu a guest author at TIFA 2024!

Author of the global bestselling series Before the Coffee Gets Cold, KAWAGUCHI Toshikazu is embarking on a North American tour this fall, starting with the annual Toronto International Festival of Authors. Mr. Kawaguchi’s stories of a time-traveling café originated as … 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 →

Manga Artist SHIRAHAMA Kamome in Toronto for TCAF 2024!

Join us to welcome SHIRAHAMA Kamome, an esteemed manga artist of the award-winning series, Witch Hat Atelier! Ms. Shirahama is stopping by JFT as a featured guest of Toronto Comic Arts Festival 2024 (May 11-12, 2024). Continue reading →