On August 29, the Japan Foundation, Toronto welcomes jockey Daisuke Fukumoto to an evening of conversation. Mr. Fukumoto will talk about his career as a professional horse jockey, his achievements at Canada's own Woodbine Racetrack, the cultures of horseracing in … Continue reading →
Making his Canadian debut, globally acclaimed manga artist YUKIMURA Makoto is this year’s guest from Japan at the annual Toronto International Festival of Authors. Widely recognized as the genius behind the science fiction series Planetes and the Viking epic Vinland Saga, Mr. Yukimura has captivated … Continue reading →
Yōkai – traditional ghosts and monsters – have been a fixture of Japanese popular culture since its beginnings in the 17th century. Now, with the global popularity of Japanese comics and animation, these fascinating creatures have come to haunt the … Continue reading →
**This event has reached capacity and registration is now closed. Rush tickets will be released 10 minutes prior to the start of the event. In-person event with slide presentation and Q&A In conjunction with Contemporary Wood-Carved Netsuke exhibition at The … Continue reading →
This is a virtual event. Register using the form below to receive a link to the talk. How do Japanese video games grapple with social anxieties and traumatic events? And how might games prompt players’ own emotional engagement and self-reflection … Continue reading →
How have videogame arcades maintained their social and economic relevance in Japan? How did arcade videogames influence play practices in North America, and how are they distinct from them? Japanese videogame arcades, commonly called game centers, have been a … Continue reading →
North American Japanese Literary Forum in Seattle Association for Asian Studies (AAS) Annual Conference 2024 Meeting-in-Conjunction Questioning, "What am I?" 「私とは何か？という問い」 Saturday, March 16, 2024 @ 12:15 PM – 1:45 PM No RSVP Required | Open to Conference Attendees & … Continue reading →
North American Japanese Literary Forum in Vancouver Questioning, "What am I?" 「私とは何か？という問い」 Monday, March 18, 2024 @ 1:00 PM - 2:45 PM RSVP Required | Lecture | UBC Asian Centre Auditorium *Light refreshment will be served at the venue. HIRANO … Continue reading →
Ainu were once described and perceived as "exotic" people of Hokkaido (Ainu Mosir in the Ainu), in Northern Japan. The Ainu became a very popular research subject both internationally and domestically from the late 19th century to the mid-20th century. … Continue reading →
"Sakura at ROM" talk event on May 10 is now fully booked and registration is closed. There will be no waiting list. However, on the day of the event, we will have an in-person waiting line starting 60 minutes before … Continue reading →
