Step into a world where Japanese ghosts and goblins come alive! Join JFT Library as we share the tales of yokai — Japanese ghosts, goblins, and mysterious creatures — through the enchanting art of kamishibai storytelling! ! Prepare to be … Continue reading →
The much-loved event inspired by the Japanese New Year's culture of Fukubukuro (福袋, "lucky bag"), returns to JFT Library in 2024 with a new name – "FukuBookLoan!" Starting Friday, January 5th, 2024, JFT Library patrons can grab a FukuBookLoan bag, containing … Continue reading →
Our annual Book Tree is back after 4-year hiatus!
Thank you to all those who participated in JFT Book Club (Hybrid) – Mild Vertigo by KANAI Mieko! Sharing some comments from our participants! “The book club was wonderful experience. Thank you for providing a hybrid environment, which makes it … Continue reading →
The recording of the event is now available on the YouTube channel of Katari Japanese Storytellers! Step into a world of enchanting Japanese tales at our traditional storytelling event, celebrating Japanese culture through captivating narratives, folk songs, … Continue reading →
Thank you to all those who participated in JFT Book Club (Hybrid) - Manga: BL Metamorphosis by TSURUTANI Kaori! Sharing some comments from our participants! “My first time coming to the JFT Book club, I enjoyed meeting new people. … Continue reading →
Co-presented by Toronto Comic Arts Festival and The Japan Foundation, Toronto. Join us to welcome SHIRAHAMA Kamome, an esteemed manga artist of the award-winning series, Witch Hat Atelier! Ms. Shirahama is stopping by JFT on Sunday, May 12, as a … Continue reading →
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.
Thank you to all those who participated in JFT Book Club (Hybrid) – With Silent Reading Time – Japanese Ceramics & Life in the Edo to Meiji Periods! Sharing some comments from our participants! “I would just like to … Continue reading →
Thank you to all those who joined Tanabata Star Festival 2024 at JFT Library! *For those who have not yet had the chance to fill in the questionnaire, it would be of great help to us if you could complete … Continue reading →
