The Japan Foundation, Toronto Library Tour

Did you know the Japan Foundation, Toronto Library has over 3,000 printed manga books available in both English and Japanese? We also house a wide selection of books about manga and Blu-rays/DVDs of animated films, as well as access to our Digital Library, where you can browse approximately 1,000 manga eBooks.

To celebrate the TCAF weekend, our librarian will lead a guided tour showcasing the resources and services we provide for readers of all ages who are interested in Japan and Japanese culture!

*Please note: If you are attending TCAF, transportation will not be provided between the Mattamy Athletic Centre and the Japan Foundation, Toronto Library. Please kindly visit us directly (how to find us).

*Library is open to the public at 11:30 AM – 4:30 PM on Saturday, June 7.

Related programming:

So, What is Manga and Why Does It Matter? A Walkthrough with School Librarian Jillian Rudes

Saturday, June 7, 10:00-11:30 AM
In-person @ The Japan Foundation, Toronto Event Hall | Admission Free | Registration Required

Join us for a lecture with Jillian Rudes, author of Manga in Libraries and a New York-based school librarian, as we explore what manga is, why it matters, and how to integrate it into library collections and educational settings. In her first talk in Canada, she will cover the fundamentals of reading manga, its genres, publishers, and age ratings, as well as its impact on literacy and social-emotional development. She will also discuss collection development, including essential resources, recommended titles, shelving strategies, reader’s advisory, and digital content. Finally, she will introduce an IMLS (Institute of Museum and Library Services)-funded research grant on BIPOC teens’ reading habits and their engagement with manga, sharing preliminary findings. Whether you’re a library worker, educator, parent, or manga enthusiast, this session offers valuable insights into manga’s growing role in education and libraries.

The lecture will be followed by the exclusive tour of the Japan Foundation, Toronto Library by our library staff. With Jillian’s insights from the lecture in mind, explore the world of 20,000+ Japan-related books and audiovisuals, including approx. 3,000 manga books in collection!

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