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SUMMARY:Koshien: Japan’s Field of Dreams (film screening)
DESCRIPTION:Koshien: Japan’s Field of Dreams    \nTuesday\, September 2\, 6:00PM (ET) \nDoors open 5:30PM | Film Screening | In-Person | JFT Event Hall \nDirected by Ema Ryan Yamazaki • 2019 • 94 minutes • Presented in Japanese with English subtitles • Trailer  \nBaseball is life for the die-hard competitors in the 100th annual Koshien\, Japan’s wildly popular national high school baseball championship\, whose alumni include U.S. baseball star OHTANI Shohei and former Yankee MATSUI Hideki. But for Coach Mizutani and his players\, cleaning the grounds and greeting their guests are equally important as honing their baseball skills. \nIn director Ema Ryan Yamazaki’s dramatic and intimate journey to the heart of the Japanese national character\, will those acts add up to victory or prove a relic of the past? Koshien is not just a sports film—it’s a thoughtful portrait of education\, mentorship\, and generational expectations in modern Japan.  \n  \nKoshien: Japan’s Field of Dreams is part of our Body & Soul: Japanese Sports Cinema series.   \n  \nBaseball player SATO Ayami (里 綾実) will join us for a post-screening Q&A! \n  \nThis event is now fully booked and registration is closed. We will have a rush line before the event to release available seats on a first-come\, first-served basis. Admission is not guaranteed. Thank you for your understanding! \n\n Director Profile: \nEma Ryan Yamazaki is a Japanese-British filmmaker known for her nuanced\, cross-cultural storytelling. She attended New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts\, focusing on documentary and editing. After graduation\, Ema worked on a few documentaries and series for channels like Al Jazeera English\, CNN\, HBO\, and NHK. In 2017\, Ema’s first feature length documentary\, Monkey Business: The Adventures of Curious George’s Creators\, was released worldwide. \nKoshien: Japan’s Field of Dreams (2019) is Ema’s second feature film. After premiering at DOC NYC\, the film aired in primetime on ESPN in 2020. Since then\, Ema continued to work on a variety of projects including working as a Co-Director and Supervising Editor of the official Olympic film “The Olympic Games Tokyo 2020\,” which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival in 2022. Ema’s latest feature The Making of a Japanese (2023) made its world premiere at the Tokyo International Film Festival.  \nMost recently\, Ema was Editor and Co-Producer on ITO Shiori’s Black Box Diaries (2024)\, which world premiered at the Sundance Film Festival’s World Documentary Competition to critical acclaim and went on to receive a Best Documentary Feature Film nomination at the 97th Academy Awards. Instruments of a Beating Heart (2024)\, a documentary short edited down from The Making of a Japanese\, won Best Short Documentary at the 40th IDA Documentary Awards and was nominated for Best Documentary Short Film at the 97th Academy Awards. \n  \n  \n Guest Profile: \nSATO Ayami (里 綾実) is a Japanese baseball pitcher for the Toronto Maple Leafs baseball team and a member of the Japan national women’s baseball team. She is also celebrated as one of the most decorated pitchers in the world\, having won the MVP award three convective times in World Cup and she has led to six World Cup gold medals. In 2025\, she becomes the first woman to ever play for Toronto Maple Leafs\, a professional men’s baseball team in Canada. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/koshien-screening-2025/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Film,Film Screening
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SUMMARY:100 Yen Love (film screening)
DESCRIPTION:100 Yen Love \n百円の恋 \nTuesday\, September 16\, 6:00PM (ET) \nDoors open 5:30PM | Film Screening | In-Person | JFT Event Hall \nDirected by TAKE Masaharu • 2014 • 113 minutes • Presented in Japanese with English subtitles • Trailer  \n32-year-old Ichiko lives at home in self-indulgent grunginess with her parents and recently divorced younger sister. After leaving home\, Ichiko finds a job at a 100 yen shop (dollar store). Ichiko falls in love with a boxer and suddenly life starts to change for her. 100 Yen Love is more of a character-driven indie drama than a traditional boxing film\, centered around the powerful performance of ANDO Sakura (Love Exposure\, Shoplifters) as a depressed Tokyo woman down on her luck fighting to regain her self-respect. Ando won the Best Actress award at the prestigious Japan Academy Film Prize for her star turn as the anti-heroine. \nJapan’s official entry for the Best Foreign Language Film Oscar\, 100 Yen Love had its world premiere at the Tokyo International Film Festival where it won the Japanese Cinema Splash Best Picture Award. The film was nominated for five awards\, including Best Film\, at the Japan Academy Film Prize\, winning Best Actress and Best Screenplay. \nContent warning: sexual assault. \n  \n100 Yen Love is part of our Body & Soul: Japanese Sports Cinema series. \n  \nThis event is now fully booked and registration is closed. We will have a rush line before the event to release available seats on a first-come\, first-served basis. Admission is not guaranteed. Thank you for your understanding! \n \n\n \nDirector Profile: \nBorn in Aichi Prefecture in 1967\, TAKE Masaharu (武 正晴) graduated from Meiji University in Tokyo. In 1986\, during the course of his studies\, he began making independent films. He then moved on to work as an assistant director for directors like ISHII Takashi or SAI Yoichi\, and on well-received films such as Memories of Matsuko (2006). He then made his feature film debut with Boy Meets Pusan (2007). He achieved breakthrough with the film 100 Yen Love (2014)\, receiving critical acclaim as well as a nomination of Best Director at the Japan Academy Film Prize. Take’s work often explores themes of alienation\, perseverance\, and dignity in the face of adversity and brings a deep empathy to his characters. His latest work includes the successful Netflix series The Naked Director (2019).       \n 
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LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:2026 Japan Foundation Grants and Programs Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Interested in applying for one of our grants? We are hosting an online information session for our Grants and Programs that are available for the year 2026/2027 on September 25 from 6:00 pm on Zoom. \nThe Japan Foundation provides grants in three areas:\n1) Arts and Culture\n2) Japanese Language Education\n3) Japanese Studies and International Dialogue \nThe session will provide an overview of our available grants and programs\, and give attendees a chance to ask questions about their area of interest to the respective program officers. \nSchedule: \n\nOverview of programs\, general eligibility\, deadlines\, and how to apply for 2026 fiscal year\nQ&A in breakout rooms for each program with respective Program Officers\n\nParticipants may explore details about the programs they are interested in ahead of the session by visiting our website. \nExpected Participants: Organizations and individuals such as scholars\, researchers\, and teachers in Canada who are interested in the Japan Foundation Grants and Programs. \nRegistration: Registration is required for this event\, please fill out the form below.\nRegistered participants will receive the Zoom link a few days before the event via email. \n  \nInquiries: Please direct any inquiries to info_jftoronto@jpf.go.jp.
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SUMMARY:JFT Book Club (Hybrid) – With Silent Reading Time – Food in Japan
DESCRIPTION:Taste Food in Japan Through Literature\, Manga\, and Nonfiction! \nIn Japan\, autumn is considered “the season for appetite” (食欲の秋) and “the season for reading” (読書の秋) as it is a time of rich harvest and the cooler comfortable weather makes it an ideal climate for getting lost in a book. This September\, let’s celebrate both with an evening of books\, food\, and cultural exchange with the JFT Library! \nWhether you’re a foodie\, a fan of Japanese fiction and manga\, or just curious about Japanese food culture\, join us in person or virtually from anywhere in the world. Pick a book from the library’s book list (or bring your own book)\, take a break from daily distractions\, and indulge in the simple pleasure of reading in silence. Afterward\, engage in an optional discussion to share your thoughts and discoveries with fellow participants—or just listen in! We welcome all levels of engagement to join this enriching literary and cultural experience! \nNo prior knowledge/preparation is required! \nRegister Here   \n*Registration is FULL. If you wish to be notified in case a cancelled slot becomes available\, please register for the waitlist on Eventbrite* \n First-time participants are always welcome! If you have any questions or concerns\, please don’t hesitate to contact us in person\, by phone\, email\, or via contact form. \n\nShow WHY JOIN JFT BOOK CLUB “WITH SILENT READING TIME”?  \nWHY JOIN JFT BOOK CLUB “WITH SILENT READING TIME”?\nMany of us simply want more time to read but cannot squeeze the time in\, as we have too many distractions and interruptions in our daily lives to concentrate on reading. JFT Book Club with Silent Reading Time offers a sanctuary to indulge in the simple pleasure of reading\, surrounded by fellow book enthusiasts who share your love for literature. \nIn addition\, we provide an optional space for those who wish to connect and discuss their reading experiences with others. Engage in conversations at your comfort level and learn new perspectives from other book lovers from different cultural backgrounds that you wouldn’t gain from reading alone! It’s a safe space where your thoughts and impressions are valued\, regardless of whether you choose to actively participate or quietly absorb the conversations around you. \nWe welcome both seasoned book club members and first-time participants to discover the joy of silent reading without the pressures of finishing an assigned book on time and/or participating in mandatory discussions. \n  \n\nShow HOW DOES THE UPCOMING JFT BOOK CLUB WORK?  \nHOW DOES THE UPCOMING JFT BOOK CLUB WORK?\n\nOnce you register for the event\, find a book to read based on the criteria listed in WHAT BOOK TO BRING? (see below) or from JFT Library’s collection. \nOn the day of the event\, we will meet via Zoom and in person at the Japan Foundation Toronto Library (2 Bloor St E #300\, Toronto\, ON M4W 1A8 Canada). *Click here to check how to get to our Library.\nWe will start with a quick introduction & ice-breaking activity (*Light refreshments will be served for in-person participants)\nParticipants will share their books and why they pick them up (2-3 minutes each)\nSilent Reading Time: Participants will read the book they select anywhere in the library (or wherever they want if participating virtually). \nOptional Discussion Time: We will share what we have learned\, what we think about the depictions of Japan’s food and food culture\, favourite food/quotes from your chosen book\, suggestions for next reads\, etc.\n\n*There is no right or wrong answer. Different perspectives make the discussion more fun and vibrant! \n  \n\nShow WHAT BOOK TO READ?  \nWHAT BOOK TO READ?\nA book to bring can be either a physical book\, ebook\, or audiobook (excluding DVDs & Blu-rays) that meets the following criteria: \n\nTheme: Food in Japan *EXCLUDING pure recipe books.\ni.e.\, Japan-related fiction\, nonfiction\, or manga about food in Japan or Japanese food culture\nOR fiction\, nonfiction\, or manga featuring food by Japanese author(s). \nLanguage: Books can be written in any language (i.e. English\, Japanese\, French) but the book club meeting will be in English.\nCheck out JFT Library’s Book Lists to get ideas! \nJFT Library Book List on Food in Japan (PDF file)   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor those who cannot visit our library in person\, check out ebooks/audiobooks on food in Japan at JF Digital Library!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n*You can either select a book from the JFT Library’s collection\, or bring your own copy from home (can be a book not in JFT library collection if it meets the criteria above). \n\nIf you would like to bring a book that is not in JFT library collection\, please consult us in advance with the book information. (We may consider the book for future library acquisitions.)  \n\n  \n*You can check whether the book is part of our collection by searching on our online catalogue (*to search physical & digital items) or JF Canada/USA Digital Library (*to search and read ebooks & audiobooks). Please contact us if you wish to confirm the availability with us. \nTo get a new JFT library card or to renew your existing card\, please follow the instructions found here. \n  \n\nRelated Programming\n \nJFF Theater: Japanese Food\, A Careful Life \nAugust 1\, 2025 – October 30\, 2025 \nCatch the latest line-up on the JFF Theater — streaming for FREE for worldwide viewers! For Japanese food lovers\, don’t miss these stories that honor a quiet respect for food\, nature\, and the gentle rhythm of living well: Come Back Anytime (2021)\, Takano Tofu (2023)\, The Zen Diary (2022)\, and Mottainai Kitchen (2020). \nWatch Here \n \n  \n \nBring Your Own Bento: Japanese Language and Culture Talk \nSeptember 26 @ 12:15 pm – 1:00 pm EDT \nHave you been thinking about learning a new language but haven’t been able to find the time? \nThe Japan Foundation\, Toronto is happy to offer a series of Japanese language and culture talks over the lunch hour! In these sessions\, we will introduce words and expressions to get you started on the path to learning Japanese! If you are in the Yonge/Bloor area\, why not stop by and learn more about Japanese language and interesting cultural information? The theme of the upcoming session is “I Love Sushi”. These sessions are B.Y.O.B. (“bring your own bento“)\, so please feel free to bring your lunch with you!”  \nRegister Here \n  \n\n \nPrevious Book Clubs\n \nJFT Book Club (Hybrid) – Manga: Look Back by FUJIMOTO Tatsuki – Jun 10\, 2025  \n \nJFT Book Club (Hybrid) – With Silent Reading Time – Japanese Architecture\, Civil Engineering\, and Landscapes – April 15\, 2025  \n \n \nJFT Book Club (Hybrid) – First Love by SHIMAMOTO Rio – February 8\, 2025  \n \nJFT Book Club (Hybrid) – With Silent Reading Time – Yōkai – November 21\, 2024  \n \nJapanese Tadoku Book Club – October 26\, 2024  \n \nJFT Book Club (Hybrid) – Before the Coffee Gets Cold by KAWAGUCHI Toshikazu – September 4\, 2024  \n \nJFT Book Club (Hybrid) – With Silent Reading Time – Japanese Ceramics & Life in the Edo to Meiji Periods – June 18\, 2024  \n \nJFT Book Club (Hybrid) – Manga: BL Metamorphosis by TSURUTANI Kaori – April 18\, 2024  \n \nJFT Book Club (Hybrid): Mild Vertigo by KANAI Mieko – February 13\, 2024  \n \nJFT Book Club (Hybrid) – With Silent Reading Time – Holiday Reading Recommendations – November 16\, 2023  \n \nJFT Book Club (Hybrid) – Manga: Planetes by YUKIMURA Makoto – September 28\, 2023  \n \nJFT Book Club (Hybrid) – With Silent Reading Time – LGBTQIA+ Books -June 20\, 2023  \n \nJFT Book Club Online – Manga: After the Rain by MAYUZUKI Jun -April 24\, 2023  \n \nJFT Book Club Online – Three Short Works by NISHI Kanako: On beauty\, the Female Experience and Othering – February 8\, 2023  \n \nJFT Book Club Online: Temple Alley Summer by KASHIWABA Sachiko – September 15\, 2022  \n \nJFT Book Club Online: Manga – June 15\, 2022  \n \n \nJFT Book Club Online: Bring Your Own Book – April 13\, 2022  \n \nJFT Book Club Online: The Woman in the Purple Skirt by Natsuko Imamura– February 9\, 2022  \n \nJFT Book Club Online:Colorful by Eto Mori– November 10\, 2021  \n \n \nJFT Book Club Online: Heaven by Mieko Kawakami – August 12\, 2021  \n \nJFT Book Club Online: Manga – June 10\, 2021  \n \n \nJFT Book Club Online: Bring Your Own Book – April 8\, 2021  \n \nJFT Book Club Online: The Memory Police – February 11\, 2021  \n \nJFT Book Club Online: Breasts and Egg – November 5\, 2020  \n \nJFT Book Club Online: Travel Japan – August 20\, 2020  \n \nJFT Book Club Online – June 11\, 2020  \n \nMemoirs of a Polar Bear – February 20\, 2020  \n \n \nThe Little House – December 12\, 2019  \n \nMystery Book Club – October 10\, 2019  \n \nMovies and Books – August 8\, 2019
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/jft-book-club-silent_food/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation Toronto Library\, 2 Bloor St E #300\, Toronto\, ON\, Canada\, M4W 1A8
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SUMMARY:Bring Your Own Bento: Japanese Language and Culture Talk (September 26\, 2025)
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n  \nFriday September 26 | 12:15 pm – 1:00 pm EDT | In Person @ The Japan Foundation\, Toronto \nHave you been thinking about learning a new language but haven’t been able to find the time? \nThe Japan Foundation\, Toronto is happy to offer a series of Japanese language and culture talks over the lunch hour! In these sessions\, we will introduce words and expressions to get you started on the path to learning Japanese! \nIf you are in the Yonge/Bloor area\, why not stop by and learn more about Japanese language and interesting cultural information? These sessions are B.Y.O.B. (“bring your own bento“)\, so please feel free to bring your lunch with you! \nThe sessions will be held on selected Fridays at 12:15 pm\, and run for approximately 45 minutes. \nUpcoming Schedule and Topics: \n\nSeptember 26\, 2025: “I Love Sushi”\nOctober 24\, 2025 (subject to change): “Mottainai Kitchen”\n\n**Please note the above sessions include video/film screenings that show scenes of raw fish preparation and insect consumption. \n  \nThe sessions are free to join but registration is required\, as space is limited to 25 participants per session. Please let us know if you will be joining us using the form below! \nPlease note that we will only accept registration on a session-by-session basis. Registration for the next session will open shortly after the previous session has passed. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact us at koza_jftoronto@jpf.go.jp. \nTerms and Conditions: \n\nThe Japan Foundation\, Toronto (hereinafter referred to as “the Organizer”) reserves the right to cancel the registration of any participant who engages in disruptive behavior or any sales activity during the event. Such actions may result in immediate removal from the event at the Organizer’s discretion.\nThe Organizer is not responsible for any personal interactions between participants outside of the event. Participants are encouraged to manage these relationships independently.\nPhotographs or videos may be taken during the event by the Organizer’s staff for promotional purposes only.\nBy registering for and attending the event\, participants acknowledge that they have read\, understood\, and agree to the above Terms and Conditions.\n\n  \nRelated Programming\n  \n   \nJFT Book Club (Hybrid) – Food in Japan \nSeptember 25\, 2025 @6:30 PM – 8:00 PM (ET) \nIn Japan\, autumn is considered “the season for appetite” (食欲の秋) and “the season for reading” (読書の秋) as it is a time of rich harvest and the cooler comfortable weather makes it an ideal climate for getting lost in a book. This September\, let’s celebrate both with an evening of books\, food\, and cultural exchange with the JFT Library! \nRegister Here \n  \n 
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/byob-20250926/
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SUMMARY:Hiroshima Appeals and JAGDA’s Peace Posters Exhibitions: A Creative History of a New Graphic Design Genre
DESCRIPTION:Talk and slide presentation by AOYAGI Toshi\, Program Officer and Curator of Hiroshima Appeals: A Poster Exhibition of Global Messages at JFT.\nThe peace poster was a newly created genre in graphic design after World War II.  One of the most pioneering peace poster works was “Victory 1945” by FUKUDA Shigeo of Japan\, the winner of the 1975 “International Poster Competition in Commemoration of the 30th Anniversary of the Victory against Fascism and Violence through Democracy and Liberty” in Poland. \nResponding to and stimulated by young FUKUDA’s sensational success\, Japan’s graphic design giant KAMEKURA Yūsaku organized two unique design projects to enlighten and educate himself and all other members of Japan Graphic Designers Association\, JAGDA in 1983. KAMEKURA Yūsaku designed “Butterflies Burning Falling” the first poster of the “Hiroshima Appeals” annual poster promotion project. JAGDA\, led by KAMEKURA Yūsaku\, also launched an annual national peace poster exhibition and competition\, in which all JAGDA members contributed and participated. These paired projects have worked together to advance the development and creation of peace posters for years to come. \nThis talk examines the leadership and contribution of two great Japanese designers\, KAMEKURA Yūsaku and FUKUDA Shigeo\, master and disciple\, to the peace posters genre. Together they discovered and nurtured the potential of peace posters by collaborative and competitive dynamics. \nPresented in celebration and admiration of the dedication\, generosity\, and foresight of the Japanese graphic design world—in particular\, two of its great designers\, KAMEKURA Yūsaku and FUKUDA Shigeo.
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/hiroshima-appeals-talk/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:The First Slam Dunk (film screening)
DESCRIPTION:The First Slam Dunk \nMonday\, October 20\, 6:00PM (ET) \nDoors open 5:30PM | Film Screening | In-Person | JFT Event Hall \nDirected by INOUE Takehiko • 2022 • 124 minutes • Presented in Japanese with English subtitles • Trailer  \nShohoku’s “speedster” and point guard\, MIYAGI Ryota\, always plays with brains and lightning speed\, running circles around his opponents while feigning composure. In his second year of high school\, Ryota plays with the Shohoku High School basketball team as they take the stage at the Inter-High School National Championship. And now\, they are on the brink of challenging the reigning champions\, Sannoh Kogyo High School.  \nBased on the wildly popular Slam Dunk manga series by INOUE Takehiko\, The First Slam Dunk adapts the final match depicted in the manga and features original flashbacks and a new epilogue. The film won the Japan Academy Prize for Animation of the Year and was a huge box office success\, becoming the sixth highest-grossing Japanese film and the highest grossing basketball film of all time.    \n  \nThe First Slam Dunk is part of our Body & Soul: Japanese Sports Cinema series. \nThis event is now fully booked. Due to the popularity of the event\, there will NOT be a rush line for this screening. Thank you very much for your understanding!  \n  \nFree admission.  Register below.   \n\n Director Profile: \nINOUE Takehiko (井上 雄彦) is a Japanese manga artist. He is best known for the basketball series Slam Dunk (1990–1996)\, and the jidaigeki manga Vagabond\, which are two of the best-selling manga series in history. Many of his works are about basketball\, Inoue himself being a huge fan of the sport. Slam Dunk\, about a basketball team from Shohoku High School\, was published in Weekly Shōnen Jump from 1990 to 1996 and has sold over 170 million copies worldwide. Slam Dunk was adapted into an anime television series and four films. The manga’s popularity caused a surge of interest in basketball among Japanese youth\, leading to Inoue receiving commendation from the Japan Basketball Association for helping popularize basketball in the country. \nIn 2022\, Inoue made his directorial debut with the anime film adaptation of his Slam Dunk manga\, titled The First Slam Dunk. Inoue also wrote the screenplay and story for the film. In 2024\, he received the Best Director and Best Screenplay award for his work at the Tokyo Anime Award Festival. \n 
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/the-first-slam-dunk/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Film,Film Screening
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SUMMARY:Bring Your Own Bento: Japanese Language and Culture Talk (October 24\, 2025)
DESCRIPTION:  \nFriday October 24 | 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm EDT | In Person @ The Japan Foundation\, Toronto \nHave you been thinking about learning a new language but haven’t been able to find the time? \nThe Japan Foundation\, Toronto is happy to offer a series of Japanese language and culture talks over the lunch hour! In these sessions\, we will introduce words and expressions to get you started on the path to learning Japanese! \nAll levels of Japanese learners are welcome to join too! \nIf you are in the Yonge/Bloor area\, why not stop by and learn more about Japanese language and interesting cultural information? These sessions are B.Y.O.B. (“bring your own bento“)\, so please feel free to bring your lunch with you! \nThe sessions will be held on selected Fridays at 12:00 pm\, and run for approximately one hour. \nUpcoming Schedule and Topics: \n\nOctober 24\, 2025: Mottainai  (includes 35-minute screening of documentary “Mottainai Kitchen”)\n\n**Please note the above session includes a film screening that includes scenes of insect consumption and fish preparation. \n  \nThe sessions are free to join but registration is required\, as space is limited to 25 participants per session. Please let us know if you will be joining us using the form below! \nPlease note that we will only accept registration on a session-by-session basis. Registration for the next session will open shortly after the previous session has passed. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact us at koza_jftoronto@jpf.go.jp. \nTerms and Conditions: \n\nThe Japan Foundation\, Toronto (hereinafter referred to as “the Organizer”) reserves the right to cancel the registration of any participant who engages in disruptive behavior or any sales activity during the event. Such actions may result in immediate removal from the event at the Organizer’s discretion.\nThe Organizer is not responsible for any personal interactions between participants outside of the event. Participants are encouraged to manage these relationships independently.\nPhotographs or videos may be taken during the event by the Organizer’s staff for promotional purposes only.\nBy registering for and attending the event\, participants acknowledge that they have read\, understood\, and agree to the above Terms and Conditions.\n\n 
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/byob-20251024/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Language Class
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SUMMARY:Aki Nihongo Circle Time  秋のにほんごお話会
DESCRIPTION:秋のにほんごお話会 \nご家庭で日本語を使用するお子さんとその保護者を対象とした日本語でのサークルタイムです。「秋」のテーマで紙芝居の読み聞かせや遊び歌、落ち葉やどんぐりを使った簡単な工作を行います。 \nお子さんが日本語に触れる機会を増やしたい方、トロント近郊で日本語育児をされているご家族と繋がりたい方、是非お子さんと一緒にご参加ください。 \nまた、当センター図書館には６００冊以上の絵本・児童書を取り揃えております。ライブラリーカードも無料ですぐに作れますので、イベントの後で是非お立ち寄りください。イベント当日は、当センター図書館にてブックカバー作りのワークショップも予定されています。ご興味のある方は別途お申し込みください。 \n記 \n日時：２０２５年１０月２５日（土）午前１０：３０〜１１：３０ \n対象：０歳からSKまでのお子さんとご家族（先着１０家族） \n場所：THE JAPAN FOUNDATION\, TORONTO （2 BLOOR ST. E\, #300\, TORONTO) \n参加無料 \n使用言語：日本語 \nお問い合わせ先：わかな・リベラトリ　Wakana_Liberatori@jpf.go.jp \nご参加をご希望の方は、下記の登録フォームにご記入のうえ、お申込みください。 \n\n\n\n利用規約： \n\n国際交流基金トロント日本文化センター（以下、「主催者」）は、イベント中に迷惑行為や販売活動を行った参加者の登録を取り消す権利を有します。これらの行為が発覚した場合、主催者の判断により、直ちにイベントからの退場を求めることがあります。\n主催者は、イベント外の参加者同士の個人的な交流について、一切の責任を負いません。参加者は、自らの責任において当該関係の管理を行うものとします。\nイベント中、主催者スタッフが写真や動画を撮影し、主催者の公式ウェブサイト、SNS、その他の出版物で使用する場合があります。公開時には個人が特定されないよう措置を行います。\n イベントに登録し、参加することにより、参加者は本規約を読み、理解し、同意したものとみなされます。\n\n英語版は以下をご覧ください： \n\nThe Japan Foundation\, Toronto (hereinafter referred to as “the Organizer”) reserves the right to cancel the registration of any participant who engages in disruptive behavior or any sales activity during the event. Such actions may result in immediate removal from the event at the Organizer’s discretion.\nThe Organizer is not responsible for any personal interactions between participants outside of the event. Participants are encouraged to manage these relationships independently.\n Photographs or videos may be taken during the event by the Organizer’s staff for use on the Organizer’s website\, social media\, and other official publications. We will ensure that individuals cannot be personally recognized in these materials when published.\nBy registering for and attending the event\, participants acknowledge that they have read\, understood\, and agree to these Terms and Conditions.
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/aki-nihongo-circle-time-2025/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children's Event
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SUMMARY:DIY Book Cover Making Workshop at JFT Library
DESCRIPTION:  \nWrap your book in Japan style! \nDid you know that in Japan\, when you buy a book at a bookstore\, you are often asked: “Would you like a cover?” \nThe bookstore staff will then carefully wrap your book in a perfectly fitted paper cover. These book covers (or dust covers) are more than just decoration; they protect books from scratches\, preserve their appearance\, and allow readers privacy when reading in public. On trains\, in cafés\, or in parks across Japan\, you’ll often see people reading books wrapped in these covers. \nNow\, you can experience this tradition in Toronto! Bring along a book you’d like to cover—it can be your current read or a book gift for someone special!\nYou can use paper provided at the library\, or bring your favorite wrapping paper or paper shopping bag to make it personal. \nIn Japan\, autumn is often called 「読書の秋」(dokusho no aki)—the season of reading. Let’s celebrate this season by giving your book a Japan-style handmade cover while connecting with fellow book/craft lovers! \n*Participation age: Children (around 6 years old and up) and adults are welcome to participate. \n  \nEvent Schedule\nSpaces are limited. Please RSVP to book your space.\n[Registration for this event is now full. If you wish to be notified when a cancelled slot becomes available\, please join the waitlist on Eventbrite.] \n11:30 am – 12:45 pm  Workshop #1  \n2:15 pm – 3:30 pm     Workshop #2  \n4:00 pm – 5:15 pm     Workshop #3 ** \n*JFT Library is open to the public from 11:30 am to 4:30 pm on Saturday\, October 25\, 2025. Feel free to explore our physical collection before or after the workshop! \n**Attendees of workshop #3 may stay after the library closes for the public until their session ends at 5:15 pm. \nRegister Here   
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/bookcover-2025/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation Toronto Library\, 2 Bloor St E #300\, Toronto\, ON\, Canada\, M4W 1A8
CATEGORIES:Library,Other JFT Events,Workshop
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SUMMARY:JFT Online ‘Sawakai’ For Japanese Teachers (64)
DESCRIPTION:JFT 日本語教師オンライン茶話会のお知らせ\n  \n \n  \nJFT 日本語教師オンライン茶話会では、授業で実践したことや感じていることなどを小グループで共有し合います。これからしてみたいと思っているアイデアや、ちょっと行き詰まっているなと感じていることなどでもかまいません。普段なかなか会えないカナダ各地の先生方とお話してみませんか。 \n第 ６４ 回 JFT 日本語教師オンライン茶話会 \n日時：２０２５ 年 １０ 月 ２８ 日（火）６：００ pm 〜 ７：００ pm（東部夏時間）\n＊お住まいの地域の開始時間は以下からご確認ください。Event Time Announcer – Sawakai 64 \nトピック：「オンラインまるごと日本語講座」における受講生の訂正フィードバックに対する期待と教師の実践の比較 \n皆さんは日ごろの授業で学習者の間違いをどのように訂正していらっしゃいますか？そして皆さんが実践されている方法は学習者の期待に沿っているでしょうか？今回はJFTの「オンラインまるごと日本語講座」を対象に行った訂正フィードバックに対する受講生の期待と教師の実践についての研究結果をもとに、様々なフィードバック方法について検討し、ご自身の普段の実践について振り返ってみたいと思います。 \nお申し込み：以下のフォームよりお申し込みください。 \n対象者：カナダ在住の日本語教師、および、カナダ在住の日本語教育に興味のある方々。 \n使用言語：日本語 \nお問い合わせ先：齋藤　典子　Noriko_Saito@jpf.go.jp
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/sawakai251028/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Teachers’ Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251029T184500
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SUMMARY:Bullet Train (film screening)
DESCRIPTION:Bullet Train \nWednesday\, October 29\, 6:45 PM (ET) \nDoors open 6:25PM | Film Screening | In-Person | Innis Town Hall (2 Sussex Avenue\, Toronto\, ON M5S 1J5) \nDirected by David Leitch • 2022 • 126 minutes • Presented in English • Trailer  \nUnlucky assassin Ladybug (Brad Pitt) is determined to do his job peacefully after one too many gigs gone off the rails. Fate\, however\, may have other plans\, as Ladybug’s latest mission puts him on a collision course with lethal adversaries from around the globe—all with connected\, yet conflicting\, objectives—on the world’s fastest train from Tokyo to Kyoto. \nAdapted from ISAKA Kotaro’s 2010 novel Maria Beetle\, Bullet Train features a cast of unforgettable characters and takes audiences on a wild\, high-speed ride that’s as stylish as it is fun\, blending thrilling action sequences\, witty banter and a dazzling neon style.   \nSpecial pre-screening introduction by the author of the original novel — ISAKA Kotaro\, who is a featured guest at the 2025 Toronto International Festival of Authors! \nFree admission.  Register below. \n\n  \n \nDirector Profile: \nDavid Leitch is one of Hollywood’s leading action filmmakers\, known for combining jaw-dropping stunt work with sharp humor and slick visual style. Before stepping behind the camera\, Leitch built his career as a stunt performer and coordinator\, doubling for Brad Pitt and working on major blockbusters like Fight Club\, The Matrix sequels\, and The Bourne Ultimatum.  \nLeitch made his directing debut as an uncredited co-director on John Wick (2014)\, which revitalized modern action cinema and started a successful franchise. He went on to direct Atomic Blonde (2017)\, Deadpool 2 (2018)\, and Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw (2019)\, proving his ability to deliver globe-spanning franchise hits. \n\nPhoto Credit ©️Munemasa Takahashi \nAuthor Profile: \nKotaro Isaka is the internationally-acclaimed Japanese author of Bullet Train (Japanese title Maria Beetle\, 2010). One of the most consistently bestselling authors of contemporary Japanese fiction\, Isaka is known for works that straddle the literary and entertainment genres.His novels include Audubon’s Prayer (2000\, Shincho Mystery Club Award)\, Lush Life (2002)\, Three Assassins (Japanese title Grasshopper\, 2004)\, The Precision of the Agent of Death (2005\, Mystery Writers of Japan Award)\, Shumatsu no Fool (2006)\, Golden Slumber (2007\, Yamamoto Shugoro Award and Japan Booksellers’ Award)\, The Mantis (Japanese title AX\, 2017)\, and Gyaku Socrates (2020\, Shibata Renzaburo Award). His latest novel is 777 (2023).Isaka’s books have been translated into over 20 languages worldwide. Bullet Train was the basis of the eponymous movie from Sony Pictures (2022)\, directed by David Leitch and starring Brad Pitt.  \n*Click here to download the PDF file of author details\, his books available at JFT Library and TIFA related event info. \n  \n  \n\n \n\nCo-Presented by: \n \n  \n\nRelated Programming\n \nCrafting Twists and Thrills: A Conversation with Author ISAKA Kotaro \nThursday\, October 30\, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM (ET)In-Person @ The Japan Foundation\, Toronto Event Hall | Admission Free |Registration Required \nAuthor ISAKA Kotaro will share rare insights into his life as a creative at the Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, in conversation with Brian Bergstrom\, translator for one of his novels Hotel Lucky Seven. The pair will talk about creative processes\, inspirations\, and challenges\, in addition to experience with translation and film adaptations. Audience can also expect to learn more about Isaka’s most recent English translations Seesaw Monster and Hotel Lucky Seven and ask any burning questions they may have about his intricately woven plotlines. \nAttendees can join a signing session with the author immediately after the event! \nRegister here \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nJFT Book Club (Hybrid): Seesaw Monster by ISAKA Kotaro \nSaturday\, November 8\, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM (ET)Online &| In-Person | Japan Foundation\, Toronto Library (2 Bloor St E #300\, Toronto\, ON\, Canada M4W 1A8) \nJoin us virtually or in person for our book club meeting\, where we dive deep into the dark wit and intricate plots of Japan’s master storyteller\, ISAKA Kotaro! We’ll discuss his novel Seesaw Monster (or the original Japanese version: 伊坂幸太郎著『シーソーモンスター』\, translated into English by Sam Malissa)\, which consists of two interconnected\, suspenseful stories set in the past and the future. Meet fellow readers and share insights into the stories that you might not have discovered on your own!   \nP.S. A special video message from the author ISAKA Kotaro will be exclusively shared with book club participants! \nRegister here
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/bullet-train/
LOCATION:Innis Town Hall\, Innis College\, University of Toronto\, 2 Sussex Avenue\, Toronto\, ON\, M5S 1JS\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Film,Film Screening
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251030T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251030T193000
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SUMMARY:Crafting Twists and Thrills: A conversation with author ISAKA Kotaro
DESCRIPTION:Multi-award-winning mystery fiction author\, ISAKA Kotaro\, is making his North American debut this year! A featured guest at the 2025 Toronto International Festival of Authors (TIFA)\, the author of the Assassins series is most widely known for his thrilling take on crime fiction\, although he has experience across various genres of writing. Mr. Isaka’s works have been translated into over 20 languages around the world and many of his novels have been adapted into films\, including the 2022 Hollywood adaptation of Bullet Train. \nOn October 30\, Mr. Isaka will share rare insights into his life as a creative at the Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, in conversation with Brian Bergstrom\, translator for one of his novels Hotel Lucky Seven. The pair will talk about creative processes\, inspirations\, and challenges\, in addition to experience with translation and film adaptations. Audience can also expect to learn more about Isaka’s most recent English translations Seesaw Monster and Hotel Lucky Seven and ask any burning questions they may have about his intricately woven plotlines. \n  \n*Registrants are encouraged to arrive on time when doors open at 5:30 PM. We will have an in-person waiting line before the event\, where we will release any empty seats\, on a first-come first-served basis.  \n*Following the talk event\, there will be a book-signing session with ISAKA Kotaro at the JFT Library until 9 pm. The signing session is exclusively available to registered participants; you must already be onsite for the event prior to the signing session. There is no separate registration for the signing session. \nRegistrants can purchase copies of Mr. Isaka’s books from the bookseller onsite or bring their personal copy to get signed. Please note that there is a limit of one autograph per attendee. \nThis event is now fully booked and registration is closed. We will have a rush line before the event to release available seats on a first-come\, first-served basis. Admission is not guaranteed. Thank you for your understanding. \n\nGuest\n(c) Munemasa Takahashi  \nKotaro Isaka is the internationally acclaimed Japanese author of Bullet Train (Japanese title Maria Beetle\, 2010). One of the most consistently bestselling authors of contemporary Japanese fiction\, Isaka is known for works that straddle the literary and entertainment genres. His novels include Audubon’s Prayer (2000\, Shincho Mystery Club Award)\, Lush Life (2002)\, Three Assassins (Japanese title Grasshopper\, 2004)\, The Precision of the Agent of Death (2005\, Mystery Writers of Japan Award)\, Shumatsu no Fool (2006)\, Golden Slumber (2007\, Yamamoto Shugoro Award and Japan Booksellers’ Award)\, The Mantis (Japanese title AX\, 2017)\, and Gyaku Socrates (2020\, Shibata Renzaburo Award). His latest novel is 777 (2023). Isaka’s books have been translated into over 20 languages worldwide. Bullet Train was the basis of the eponymous movie from Sony Pictures (2022)\, directed by David Leitch and starring Brad Pitt. \n*Click here to download the PDF file of author details\, his books available at JFT Library and TIFA related event info. \n\nModerator\n(c) Toma Iczkovits  \nBrian Bergstrom is a lecturer and translator who has lived in Chicago\, Kyoto\, and Yokohama. His writing and translations have appeared in publications including Paris Review\, Granta\, Aperture\, Lit Hub\, Mechademia\, Japan Forum\, positions: asia critique\, and The Penguin Book of Japanese Short Stories. He translated Erika Kobayashi’s novel Trinity\, Trinity\, Trinity (2022) and story collection Sunrise: Radiant Stories (2023) with Astra House\, the former winning the 2022 Japan-U.S. Friendship Commission (JUSFC) Prize for the Translation of Japanese Literature. His recent translations include Slow Down: The Degrowth Manifesto by Kōhei Saitō (W&N & Astra House\, 2024)\, which was shortlisted for the 2024 Sasakawa Foundation Translation Prize\, and Hotel Lucky Seven by Kōtarō Isaka (Harvill Secker & Overlook\, 2024)\, which was long-listed for the 2025 Crime Writers’ Association Dagger for Crime Fiction in Translation. He is currently based in Montréal\, Canada. \n\nInterpreter\nChieko Bond is a Canadian government-certified conference and simultaneous interpreter. Her career as an interpreter started in Japan and has expanded in Canada. She has interpreted for prime ministers and cabinet ministers at bilateral and multilateral meetings\, including G7/G20 summits and ministerial meetings. She has also interpreted for negotiations of agreements between Canada and Japan\, and worked in all continents at public and private international conferences\, bilateral meetings\, business meeting\, Investor Relations\, litigations\, and audits. Ms. Bond also works as a translator and has various other roles outside of interpretation. \n\n  \nCo-presented by\n  \n  \n\nRelated Programming\nBullet Train \nWednesday\, October 29\, 6:45 PM (ET)\nDoors open 6:25PM | Film Screening | In-Person | Innis Town Hall (2 Sussex Avenue\, Toronto\, ON M5S 1J5) \nUnlucky assassin Ladybug (Brad Pitt) is determined to do his job peacefully after one too many gigs gone off the rails. Fate\, however\, may have other plans\, as Ladybug’s latest mission puts him on a collision course with lethal adversaries from around the globe—all with connected\, yet conflicting\, objectives—on the world’s fastest train from Tokyo to Kyoto. \nAdapted from ISAKA Kōtarō’s 2010 novel Maria Beetle\, Bullet Train features a cast of unforgettable characters and takes audiences on a wild\, high-speed ride that’s as stylish as it is fun\, blending thrilling action sequences\, witty banter and a dazzling neon style.   \nSpecial pre-screening introduction by the author of the original novel — ISAKA Kōtarō\, who is a featured guest at the 2025 Toronto International Festival of Authors! \nRegister here \n  \n\nJFT Book Club (Hybrid): Seesaw Monster by ISAKA Kotaro \nSaturday\, November 8\, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM (ET)\nOnline &| In-Person | Japan Foundation\, Toronto Library (2 Bloor St E #300\, Toronto\, ON\, Canada M4W 1A8) \nJoin us virtually or in person for our book club meeting\, where we dive deep into the dark wit and intricate plots of Japan’s master storyteller\, ISAKA Kotaro! We’ll discuss his novel Seesaw Monster (or the original Japanese version: 伊坂幸太郎著『シーソーモンスター』\, translated into English by Sam Malissa)\, which consists of two interconnected\, suspenseful stories set in the past and the future. Meet fellow readers and share insights into the stories that you might not have discovered on your own!   \nP.S. A special video message from the author ISAKA Kotaro will be exclusively shared with book club participants! \nRegister here \n 
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/crafting-twists-and-thrills/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Talk Event
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SUMMARY:The Face of Jizo (film screening)
DESCRIPTION:The Face of Jizo \n父と暮せば \nThursday\, November 6\, 6:00PM (ET) \nDoors open 5:30PM | Film Screening | In-Person | JFT Event Hall \nDirected by KUROKI Kazuo • 2004 • Drama\, War • 99 minutes • Presented in Japanese with English subtitles \n  \n© EISEI GEKIJO\, BANDAI VISUAL\, NIHON SKY WAY\, TV TOKYO MEDIANET\, AOI PROMOTION\, PAL ENTERTAINMENTS PRODUCTION \n  \nIn Hiroshima in 1948\, memories of the atomic bombing three years earlier are still fresh in the minds of the people. Mitsue (MIYAZAWA Rie) works at a library where she meets Mr. Kinoshita (ASANO Tadanobu)\, a shy\, young man researching the disaster. They grow close\, and Mr. Kinoshita eventually asks for her hand in marriage. However\, Mitsue is troubled by her memories of the bombing when she was unable to save her father\, Takezo (HARADA Yoshio)\, and her closest friends as well as the many others who lost their lives. She doubts whether she deserves to have survived. Then the spirit of her father appears before her\, and asserts that she should be happy. Watching over her budding romance with Mr. Kinoshita\, Takezo cajoles and encourages Mitsue into opening her heart again. \nThe third in veteran director KUROKI Kazuo’s trilogy of films (Tomorrow\, Kirishima 1945) set in wartime Japan. \n  \nThe Face of Jizo is presented in conjunction with our ongoing exhibition Hiroshima Appeals. \nFree admission. Registration Required. \n  \nThis event is now fully booked and registration is closed. We will have a rush line before the event to release available seats on a first-come\, first-served basis. Admission is not guaranteed. Thank you for your understanding.
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/the-face-of-jizo/
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SUMMARY:JFT Book Club (Hybrid): Seesaw Monster by ISAKA Kotaro
DESCRIPTION:For the upcoming JFT Book Club (Hybrid)\, we will discuss ISAKA Kotaro’s : Seesaw Monster* (The original Japanese version: 伊坂幸太郎著『シーソーモンスター』\, translated into English by Sam Malissa) . The author ISAKA Kotaro is one of Japan’s most popular mystery/thriller authors\, known for his dark wit and intricate storytelling\, and a featured guest at this year’s Toronto International Festival of Authors (TIFA). \n*We will cover both novellas in the book\, Seesaw Monster and Spin Monster. \nBlending humor\, suspense\, and social insight\, this inventive short story collection connects two seemingly different worlds: a humorous yet sharp “mother-in-law vs. daughter-in-law” domestic battle set in 1980s Japan\, and a thrilling near-future tale of AI and power struggles. Together\, they explore timeless questions about conflict\, understanding\, and coexistence. \nWhether you’re in the GTA or joining virtually from other parts of the world\, connect with fellow book lovers to explore new perspectives and share insights into the story that you might not have discovered on your own!  \nWe also have a limited number of “Observer” slots available for those wanting to listen this time\, or for anyone curious about how a book club works without the pressure to speak — first-time participants are welcome! \nP.S. A special video message from the author ISAKA Kotaro will be exclusively shared with book club participants! \nRegister Here \n*Please be aware that space may be limited.  \n*Depending on the number of participants and how the discussion goes\, we might extend the end time until 6:30 pm (EST). However\, if you have other commitments\, feel free to leave at 6:00 pm. \n  \nIf you have any questions or concerns\, please don’t hesitate to email us at library_jftoronto@jpf.go.jp.  \n\nShow WHY JOIN JFT BOOK CLUB?  \nWHY JOIN JFT BOOK CLUB?\nYou can read a book by yourself\, but when you read something thought-provoking or moving\, it’s natural to want to discuss it with someone else. This will be an exciting opportunity to connect with other book lovers from different cultural backgrounds\, find new and interesting books\, authors\, or themes\, and develop a richer understanding of Japan that you wouldn’t gain from reading alone! \n  \n\nShow HOW DOES THE UPCOMING JFT BOOK CLUB WORK?  \nHOW DOES THE UPCOMING JFT BOOK CLUB WORK?\n1. Once you register for the event\, you will receive guiding questions to help you think more deeply about the manga. \n2. On the day of the event\, we will meet via Zoom and in person at Japan Foundation Toronto Library (2 Bloor St E #300\, Toronto\, ON M4W 1A8 Canada). *How to find us: https://tr.jpf.go.jp/about-us/how-to-find-us/ \n3. We will start with a quick introduction & ice-breaking activity (*Light refreshments will be served for in-person participants) \n4. Depending on the number of the participants\, we will break into a few small groups to discuss questions so that everyone has a chance to share their thoughts. \n5. After each breakout session\, each group will share what they have discussed with other groups. \n*There is no right or wrong answer. Different perspectives make discussion more fun and vibrant! \n  \n\nShow WHERE YOU CAN FIND THE BOOK?  \nWHERE YOU CAN FIND THE BOOK?\nSeesaw Monster (physical copies and ebooks) and the original Japanese version『シーソーモンスター』(physical copy) are available at JFT Library! The checkout of the physical copies are limited to JFT Book Club participants for a 1-week loan period (non-renewable).  \nTo get a new library card or to renew your existing card\, please follow the instructions found here. \n  Borrow Ebook      Email Library to place hold (physical copy)  \n  For more information about the book or where else you can get the physical copies\, click here.   \n\nShow ABOUT THE BOOK  \nABOUT THE BOOK\n Seesaw Monster \n(The original Japanese version:『シーソーモンスター』)\nWritten by ISAKA Kotaro \nTranslated by Sam Malissa \nPublished by Chuokoron-Shinsha\, 2019 / The Overlook Press\, 2025 \n  \nFrom the international bestselling author of Bullet Train\, two inventive espionage tales in one \nMiyako suspects her mother-in-law is a murderer. It’s not just a case of them rubbing each other the wrong way—there is definitely something suspicious going on. But Miyako isn’t exactly what she seems either. Her husband has no idea about her past life as a secret agent. When she decides to use her professional skills to investigate her mother-in-law\, the delicate equilibrium of their lives is thrown wildly out of balance. Many decades after the events of Seesaw Monster\, in a future world dominated by surveillance\, facial-recognition software\, and AI\, the most sensitive information lives only on paper\, and confidential messages must be delivered by trusted couriers like Mito. But one delivery pulls Mito into a conspiracy beyond his wildest imagination and forces him into a race against time to defeat a world-changing technological threat. Mixing mythology\, family drama\, corruption\, and espionage\, these gripping novellas from the international bestselling author of Bullet Train explore the idea of progress\, the power of close relationships\, and the nature of conflict with deadly stakes. \n— from Publisher’s website \n  \n\nShow ABOUT THE AUTHOR  \nABOUT THE AUTHOR\n(c) Munemasa Takahashi  \nKotaro Isaka is the internationally acclaimed Japanese author of Bullet Train (Japanese title Maria Beetle\, 2010). One of the most consistently bestselling authors of contemporary Japanese fiction\, Isaka is known for works that straddle the literary and entertainment genres. His novels include Audubon’s Prayer (2000\, Shincho Mystery Club Award)\, Lush Life (2002)\, Three Assassins (Japanese title Grasshopper\, 2004)\, The Precision of the Agent of Death (2005\, Mystery Writers of Japan Award)\, Shumatsu no Fool (2006)\, Golden Slumber (2007\, Yamamoto Shugoro Award and Japan Booksellers’ Award)\, The Mantis (Japanese title AX\, 2017)\, and Gyaku Socrates (2020\, Shibata Renzaburo Award). His latest novel is 777 (2023). Isaka’s books have been translated into over 20 languages worldwide. Bullet Train was the basis of the eponymous movie from Sony Pictures (2022)\, directed by David Leitch and starring Brad Pitt. \n*Click here to download the PDF file of author details\, his books available at JFT Library and TIFA related event info. \n  \n \n\nRELATED PROGRAMMING\n  \nKotaro Isaka at TIFA 2025\nSaturday\, November 1\, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM (ET)\nIn-Person @ Isabel Bader Theatre | Ticketed admission | Available now \nInternationally bestselling Japanese novelist Kotaro Isaka (Bullet Train) makes his first North American appearance with his latest in the Assassins series Hotel Lucky Seven and suspenseful novel Seesaw Monster. Known for razor-sharp plotting and eccentric\, unforgettable characters\, Isaka blends satire and suspense to expose society’s hidden violence. The author continues his reinvention of the crime novel with humour\, philosophy\, and heart-stopping twists. This exclusive event offers Canadian audiences a rare chance to hear directly from one of Japan’s most inventive storytellers. \nA book signing will follow this event. \nDetails here \n\n  \n\n\n \n\nBullet Train \nWednesday\, October 29\, 6:45 PM (ET)\nDoors open 6:25PM | Film Screening | In-Person | Innis Town Hall (2 Sussex Avenue\, Toronto\, ON M5S 1J5) \nUnlucky assassin Ladybug (Brad Pitt) is determined to do his job peacefully after one too many gigs gone off the rails. Fate\, however\, may have other plans\, as Ladybug’s latest mission puts him on a collision course with lethal adversaries from around the globe—all with connected\, yet conflicting\, objectives—on the world’s fastest train from Tokyo to Kyoto. \nAdapted from ISAKA Kōtarō’s 2010 novel Maria Beetle\, Bullet Trainfeatures a cast of unforgettable characters and takes audiences on a wild\, high-speed ride that’s as stylish as it is fun\, blending thrilling action sequences\, witty banter and a dazzling neon style.   \nSpecial pre-screening introduction by the author of the original novel — ISAKA Kōtarō\, who is a featured guest at the 2025 Toronto International Festival of Authors! \nRegister here \n\n\n  \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \nCrafting Twists and Thrills: A Conversation with Author ISAKA Kotaro \nThursday\, October 30\, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM (ET)\nIn-Person @ The Japan Foundation\, Toronto Event Hall | Admission Free |Registration Required \nAuthor ISAKA Kotaro will share rare insights into his life as a creative at the Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, in conversation with Brian Bergstrom\, translator for one of his novels Hotel Lucky Seven. The pair will talk about creative processes\, inspirations\, and challenges\, in addition to experience with translation and film adaptations. Audience can also expect to learn more about Isaka’s most recent English translations Seesaw Monster and Hotel Lucky Seven and ask any burning questions they may have about his intricately woven plotlines. \nAttendees can join a signing session with the author immediately after the event! \nRegister here \n  \n  \n  \n  \n\n\n \nPrevious Book Clubs\n \nJFT Book Club (Hybrid) – With Silent Reading Time – Food in Japan – September 25\, 2025  \n \nJFT Book Club (Hybrid) – Manga: Look Back by FUJIMOTO Tatsuki – Jun 10\, 2025  \n \nJFT Book Club (Hybrid) – With Silent Reading Time – Japanese Architecture\, Civil Engineering\, and Landscapes – April 15\, 2025  \n \n \nJFT Book Club (Hybrid) – First Love by SHIMAMOTO Rio – February 8\, 2025  \n \nJFT Book Club (Hybrid) – With Silent Reading Time – Yōkai – November 21\, 2024  \n \nJapanese Tadoku Book Club – October 26\, 2024  \n \nJFT Book Club (Hybrid) – Before the Coffee Gets Cold by KAWAGUCHI Toshikazu – September 4\, 2024  \n \nJFT Book Club (Hybrid) – With Silent Reading Time – Japanese Ceramics & Life in the Edo to Meiji Periods – June 18\, 2024  \n \nJFT Book Club (Hybrid) – Manga: BL Metamorphosis by TSURUTANI Kaori – April 18\, 2024  \n \nJFT Book Club (Hybrid): Mild Vertigo by KANAI Mieko – February 13\, 2024  \n \nJFT Book Club (Hybrid) – With Silent Reading Time – Holiday Reading Recommendations – November 16\, 2023  \n \nJFT Book Club (Hybrid) – Manga: Planetes by YUKIMURA Makoto – September 28\, 2023  \n \nJFT Book Club (Hybrid) – With Silent Reading Time – LGBTQIA+ Books -June 20\, 2023  \n \nJFT Book Club Online – Manga: After the Rain by MAYUZUKI Jun -April 24\, 2023  \n \nJFT Book Club Online – Three Short Works by NISHI Kanako: On beauty\, the Female Experience and Othering – February 8\, 2023  \n \nJFT Book Club Online: Temple Alley Summer by KASHIWABA Sachiko – September 15\, 2022  \n \nJFT Book Club Online: Manga – June 15\, 2022  \n \n \nJFT Book Club Online: Bring Your Own Book – April 13\, 2022  \n \nJFT Book Club Online: The Woman in the Purple Skirt by Natsuko Imamura– February 9\, 2022  \n \nJFT Book Club Online:Colorful by Eto Mori– November 10\, 2021  \n \n \nJFT Book Club Online: Heaven by Mieko Kawakami – August 12\, 2021  \n \nJFT Book Club Online: Manga – June 10\, 2021  \n \n \nJFT Book Club Online: Bring Your Own Book – April 8\, 2021  \n \nJFT Book Club Online: The Memory Police – February 11\, 2021  \n \nJFT Book Club Online: Breasts and Egg – November 5\, 2020  \n \nJFT Book Club Online: Travel Japan – August 20\, 2020  \n \nJFT Book Club Online – June 11\, 2020  \n \nMemoirs of a Polar Bear – February 20\, 2020  \n \n \nThe Little House – December 12\, 2019  \n \nMystery Book Club – October 10\, 2019  \n \nMovies and Books – August 8\, 2019  \n \nBooks and Tea – June 6\, 2019
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/jft-book-club_isakakotaro/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation Toronto Library\, 2 Bloor St E #300\, Toronto\, ON\, Canada\, M4W 1A8
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SUMMARY:JFT Online Workshop for Japanese Language Teachers: AIにマッチングゲームを作らせる方法と授業で使えるゲームの紹介
DESCRIPTION:JFTオンライン日本語教師研修\nAIにマッチングゲームを作らせる方法と授業で使えるゲームの紹介\n  \n \n  \n日本語教育の現場において、様々なゲームが活用されていることと思います。教育目的で作成されたゲームはあまり面白くないこともありますが、楽しいゲームであれば、学生の目が輝き、どんどん遊び、終わった後に言葉を覚えるなど、教育的な効果がみられるようです。  \n今回はUniversity of Northern British Columbiaの萩原先生をお招きし、AIにゲームを作成させる方法を共有いただき、どのようなゲームやその使い方が教育的に意義があるかについて意見交換を行う予定です。また、「特別支援教育のためのプレゼン教材サイトTeach U：にほんごX　Teach U」の使用方法や使用例の紹介も予定しております。  \n日本語教師の方を対象としていますが、日本語教育にご興味をお持ちの方なら、どなたでもご参加いただけます。  \nご参加をご希望の方は以下の 登録フォーム よりお申込みください。 \n記 \n日時：２０２５年１１月９日（土）午前１１時～午後１２時３０分（太平洋標準時）/ 午後２時 ～ ３時３０分（東部標準時） \n対象者：日本語教師で、以下に同意される方（先着３０名まで） \n\n事前アンケートにご協力いただけること（二日前までにお送りいただけると幸いです。）\nhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdJb-6L5swxRMQ_z07pIZ07zFk1bT6JK7zYQRrS65QbnTHOQw/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=104865403396780536905\n当日までにCanvaのアカウントを作成できること（https://www.canva.com/）\nグループワーク中はカメラオンで参加できること（聴講不可）\nPCで参加できること（スマホ、タブレットでの参加は不可）\n\n※ お申し込み多数の場合、カナダ在住の日本語教師の方を優先します。 \n使用言語：日本語 \n研修スケジュール：内容は変更になる場合がございますので、予めご了承ください。 \n\n日本語教育におけるゲーム利用の意義について\nCanva AIによるマッチングゲーム作成：プロンプト１～３，公開方法、修正方法等\n「特別支援教育のためのプレゼン教材サイトTeach U：にほんごX　Teach U https://teachu.educ.kumamoto-u.ac.jp/」：編集方法、使用例の紹介\n作成ゲームのグループでの共有、及び、実践、使用方法についての意見交換\nディスカッションとまとめ\n\n講師：萩原　あみ先生（University of Northern British Columbia） \nお問い合わせ先：齋藤   典子     Noriko_Saito@jpf.go.jp
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/workshop251109/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Teachers’ Workshops
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SUMMARY:Late Autumn (film screening)
DESCRIPTION:Late Autumn \n秋日和 \nThursday November 20\, 6:00PM (ET) \nDoors open 5:30PM | Film Screening | In-Person | JFT Event Hall \nDirected by OZU Yasujirō • 1960 • 128 minutes • Presented in Japanese with English subtitles • Trailer  \n  \nLate Autumn follows the attempts of three older men to help the widow of a late friend\, MIWA Akiko (HARA Setsuko)\, to marry off her daughter Ayako (TSUKASA Yōko\, in her assured first appearance in an Ozu film). Ayako\, however\, is less than happy at the proposals\, mainly because of her reluctance to leave her mother alone.   \nA reworking of Ozu’s earlier masterpiece Late Spring (1949)\, the film reverses the roles\, with the Ozu regular HARA Setsuko now portraying the sensitive\, caring mother\, instead of the devoted daughter she played in the original film. A more comedic entry in Ozu’s oeuvre\, Late Autumn satirizes the social rituals and emotional turbulence surrounding marriage and matchmaking\, while continuing Ozu’s meditation on the widening generational gap in the post-war Japan.  \nOzu once said about Late Autumn: “People complicate the simplest things. Life\, which seems complex\, suddenly reveals itself as very simple. I wanted to show that in this film.” Released three years before his death\, Late Autumn may be lesser known than his most celebrated works\, but it nevertheless is a testament of his unique sensibility and refined artistry.          \n©Janus Films \n  \nIf you are interested in more classic Japanese films\, don’t miss the NARUSE Mikio retrospective currently touring across Canada\, including films starring HARA Setsuko and TSUKASA Yōko! \nFree admission.  Register below. \n\nThis event is now fully booked and registration is closed. We will have a rush line before the event to release available seats on a first-come\, first-served basis. Admission is not guaranteed. Thank you for your understanding. \n\n\n \n\n\n Director Profile: \n  \nOZU Yasujirō (小津 安二郎\, 1903-1963) is widely regarded as one of the greatest Japanese filmmakers in the history of cinema\, known for his deeply humanistic portrayals of family life and the quiet passage of time. Ozu began his career during the era of silent films. He first made a number of short comedies\, before turning to more serious themes in the 1930s. Over a career spanning more than three decades\, Ozu crafted a distinctive cinematic language characterized by low camera angles (“tatami shot”)\, static compositions\, and meticulous attention to everyday conversations. Marriage and family\, generational divides\, and the tension between tradition and modernity in post-war Japan are often the prominent themes in his works. \nAmong his most celebrated works are Late Spring (1949)\, Tokyo Story (1953)\,  Floating Weeds (1959)\, and his final film An Autumn Afternoon (1962). Ozu’s restrained storytelling\, delicate humor\, and compassionate view of ordinary life have made him an enduring icon of world cinema and have continued to influence filmmakers. In the 2012 Sight & Sound poll\, Ozu’s Tokyo Story was voted the greatest film of all time by directors around the world.  \n 
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/late-autumn/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Film,Film Screening
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251125T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251125T200000
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SUMMARY:Tampopo (film screening)
DESCRIPTION:Tampopo \nタンポポ \nTuesday November 25\, 5:30PM (ET) \nDoors open 5:00PM | Film Screening | In-Person | JFT Event Hall \nDirected by ITAMI Jūzō • 1985 • 115 minutes • Presented in Japanese with English subtitles • Trailer    \n  \nA self-proclaimed “ramen Western\,” Tampopo is a playful and delicious satire on food\, desire\, and Japanese culture. The story follows truck driver Goro (YAMAZAKI Tsutomu) and his sidekick Gun (WATANABE Ken) as they help Tampopo (MIYAMOTO Nobuko)\, a widowed noodle shop owner\, perfect her ramen recipe and transform her small eatery into a local legend. \nThrough a series of eccentric vignettes—from a gangster’s sensual food rituals to an etiquette lesson gone wrong—ITAMI Jūzō serves up a loving and absurd meditation on the art of eating and living. Both hilarious and heartfelt\, Tampopo celebrates the pursuit of perfection and the joy found in a simple bowl of ramen. \n©Janus Films \nContent Warning: This film contains brief scenes of animal violence and sexual content\, including nudity. Viewer discretion is advised. \n  \nAfter the screening\, 2025 Japan Foundation Awards recipient Marty Gross will join us for a conversation\, including screening an interview he conducted & produced with the food stylist OGAWA Seiko who worked on the film!   \n  \nIf you are interested in more Japanese films about food\, don’t miss the current line-up of films in the feature “Meals That Heal and Connect” on JFF Theater. Available for FREE streaming across Canada! \n  \nFree admission. \nThis event is now fully booked and registration is closed. We will have a rush line before the event to release available seats on a first-come\, first-served basis. Admission is not guaranteed. Thank you for your understanding. \n\n Director Profile:   \nITAMI Jūzō (伊丹 十三\, 1933-1997) was a Japanese actor\, essayist\, screenwriter and film director. One of Japan’s most distinctive satirists\, Itami began his career as an actor\, where he used the stage name ITAMI Ichizō (伊丹 一三). He appeared in foreign-language films such as 55 Days at Peking (1963) and Lord Jim (1965). In 1965\, he published a book called Diary of Boredom in Europe\, an essay collection of his thoughts and reflections on his time in Europe.  \nIn 1967\, when working with director ŌSHIMA Nagisa on the set of Sing a Song of Sex\, he met actress MIYAMOTO Nobuko; they got married in 1969 and Miyamoto would later star in all his films. \nItami turned to filmmaking in the 1980s. His directorial debut\, The Funeral (1984)\, was a critical and commercial success in Japan and won many awards\, including Japanese Academy Awards for Best Picture\, Best Director\, and Best Screenplay. With Tampopo (1985)\, he reached international acclaim\, cementing his reputation for subversive wit and inventive storytelling. His following film A Taxing Woman (1987) was again highly successful. It won six major Japanese Academy awards and spawned a sequel A Taxing Woman’s Return in 1988.  \nItami’s films often tackled contemporary Japanese life\, from consumerism and bureaucracy to gender roles\, with his signature blend of sharp social observation and wry humor. \n\n \nGuest Profile: \nMarty Gross is a consulting producer for companies based in North America\, Europe and Asia\, with focus on Japanese art\, film\, theatre and crafts. His company\, Marty Gross Film Productions\, Inc. (founded in 1975)\, manages one of the most comprehensive websites devoted to films on Japanese cultural and historical subjects. \nSince 1974\, he has produced and directed films (including As We Are\, Potters at Work\, The Lovers’ Exile)\, restored archival films on Japanese arts and crafts (such as The Leach Pottery\, Mashiko Village Pottery\, Japan 1937)\, conducted numerous interviews\, produced documentaries and coordinated publication of books on the history of Japanese cinema and on Japanese animation. \n(C) photo by Grant Delin
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/tampopo/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Film,Film Screening
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251128T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251128T130000
DTSTAMP:20251106T190552Z
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SUMMARY:Bring Your Own Bento: Japanese Language and Culture Talk (November 28\, 2025)
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n  \nFriday November 28 | 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm EST | In Person @ The Japan Foundation\, Toronto \nHave you been thinking about learning a new language but haven’t been able to find the time? \nThe Japan Foundation\, Toronto is happy to offer a series of Japanese language and culture talks over the lunch hour! In these sessions\, we will introduce words and expressions to get you started on the path to learning Japanese! \nAll levels of Japanese learners are welcome to join too! \nIf you are in the Yonge/Bloor area\, why not stop by and learn more about Japanese language and interesting cultural information? These sessions are B.Y.O.B. (“bring your own bento“)\, so please feel free to bring your lunch with you! \nThe sessions will be held on selected Fridays at 12:00 pm\, and run for approximately one hour. \nUpcoming Schedule and Topics: \n\nNovember 28\, 2025: Japanese Festivals and Holidays\n\n  \nThe sessions are free to join but registration is required\, as space is limited to 25 participants per session. Please let us know if you will be joining us using the form below! \nPlease note that we will only accept registration on a session-by-session basis. Registration for the next session will open shortly after the previous session has passed. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact us at koza_jftoronto@jpf.go.jp. \nTerms and Conditions: \n\nThe Japan Foundation\, Toronto (hereinafter referred to as “the Organizer”) reserves the right to cancel the registration of any participant who engages in disruptive behavior or any sales activity during the event. Such actions may result in immediate removal from the event at the Organizer’s discretion.\nThe Organizer is not responsible for any personal interactions between participants outside of the event. Participants are encouraged to manage these relationships independently.\nPhotographs or videos may be taken during the event by the Organizer’s staff for promotional purposes only.\nBy registering for and attending the event\, participants acknowledge that they have read\, understood\, and agree to the above Terms and Conditions.\n\n  \n 
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/byob-20251128/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Language Class
ORGANIZER;CN="The Japan Foundation%2C Toronto":MAILTO:info_jftoronto@jpf.go.jp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251202T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251202T190000
DTSTAMP:20250919T205110Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T205110Z
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SUMMARY:JFT Online ‘Sawakai’ For Japanese Teachers (65)
DESCRIPTION:JFT 日本語教師オンライン茶話会のお知らせ\n  \n \n  \nJFT 日本語教師オンライン茶話会では、授業で実践したことや感じていることなどを小グループで共有し合います。これからしてみたいと思っているアイデアや、ちょっと行き詰まっているなと感じていることなどでもかまいません。普段なかなか会えないカナダ各地の先生方とお話してみませんか。 \n第 ６５ 回 JFT 日本語教師オンライン茶話会 \n日時：２０２５ 年 １２ 月 ２ 日（火）６：００ pm 〜 ７：００ pm（東部標準時）\n＊お住まいの地域の開始時間は以下からご確認ください。Event Time Announcer – Sawakai 65 \nトピック：ジグソー法を使って、エキスパート活動をしてみよう（JFT 上級クラスの実践） \nJFT「オンラインまるごと日本語講座」で昨年度より新しく開講した上級クラス（B2）の活動の実践報告、及び、体験を予定しています。 \nお申し込み：以下のフォームよりお申し込みください。 \n対象者：カナダ在住の日本語教師、および、カナダ在住の日本語教育に興味のある方々。 \n使用言語：日本語 \nお問い合わせ先：齋藤　典子　Noriko_Saito@jpf.go.jp
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/sawakai251202/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Teachers’ Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="The Japan Foundation%2C Toronto":MAILTO:info_jftoronto@jpf.go.jp
GEO:43.6710978;-79.386063
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251206T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251206T171500
DTSTAMP:20251126T204118Z
CREATED:20251120T213610Z
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SUMMARY:Nengajo (New Year's Cards) Making Workshop 2025
DESCRIPTION:Express your creativity\, experience Japanese New Year culture\, and connect with others! \nImmerse yourself in the vibrant world of Japanese New Year’s traditions at our workshop\, where you’ll craft your own Japanese-style New Year’s cards while learning essential Japanese New Year phrases and the significance of traditional designs for 2026 – the Year of the Horse\, symbolizing passion\, vitality\, and dynamic change! This is a fantastic opportunity to express your creativity\, experience Japanese culture\, and connect with others. Spots filled up quickly last year\, so don’t wait to secure yours for this unique blend of artistry\, tradition\, and cultural exchange! \n*Participation age: Children (around 5 years old and up) and adults are welcome to participate. \n  \nEvent Schedule\n*Spaces are limited. Please RSVP to book your space \n11:30 am – 12:45 pm  Nengajo Making Workshop #1  \n2:15 pm – 3:30 pm     Nengajo Making Workshop #2  \n4:00 pm – 5:15 pm     Nengajo Making Workshop #3 \nRegister Here**    \n**Registration for this event is now full. If you wish to be notified when a cancelled slot becomes available\, please join the waitlist on Eventbrite. \n*JFT Library is open to the public from 11:30 am to 4:30 pm on Saturday\, December 6\, 2025. Feel free to explore our physical collection before or after the workshop! \n*Attendees of workshop #3 may stay after the library closes for the public until their session ends at 5:15 pm.
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/nengajo-making-workshops-2025/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation Toronto Library\, 2 Bloor St E #300\, Toronto\, ON\, Canada\, M4W 1A8
CATEGORIES:Library,Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Japan Foundation%2C Toronto Library":MAILTO:library_jftoronto@jpf.go.jp
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251215T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251215T191000
DTSTAMP:20251112T220020Z
CREATED:20251112T220020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T220020Z
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SUMMARY:JFT Virtual Study Space: Game Night
DESCRIPTION:THE JAPAN FOUNDATION\, TORONTO\nVIRTUAL STUDY SPACE GAME NIGHT\n  \n \n  \nThe Japan Foundation\, Toronto occasionally hosts “Game Night” events to provide a fun and engaging space where intermediate and advanced Japanese learners can regularly practice speaking Japanese online and maintain their language skills. \nIt’s a casual and interactive event. we hope you can join us! \n\nDate & Time: Monday\, December 15\, 2025\, 6:30 pm – 7:10 pm (EST) \nExpected Participants: Japanese Language learners with proficiency at the intermediate level or above\, who wish to maintain and strengthen their Japanese language skills. \nEvent Format: Virtual Study Space \n※ This event will take place exclusively in our Virtual Study Space. To attend\, please register in advance through the following page for free 24/7 access: https://tr.jpf.go.jp/language/classes/jft-virtual-study-space/ \nPlease note: You must book and attend an orientation session before joining any of our events. \nLanguage: Japanese \nContact: Wakana Liberatori (She/Her)   Wakana_Liberatori@jpf.go.jp
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/vss-game-night-202512/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Other JFT Events
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GEO:43.6710978;-79.386063
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251216T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251216T180000
DTSTAMP:20251212T150905Z
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SUMMARY:DIY Casual Calligraphy Bookmark Making
DESCRIPTION:Make a wish for the New Year with Japanese Calligraphy (書道\, “shodō”)! \nCreate your own calligraphy-inspired bookmark and welcome the New Year with meaningful words\, resolutions\, or wishes! After the success of our March casual calligraphy event\, we’re excited to bring back a special hands-on experience to casually try Japanese Calligraphy using fude pens (brush pens)—with extended library hours until 6:00 pm. While no professional calligraphy instructor will be present\, our library staff will be on hand throughout the day to offer basic guidance and help create custom samples upon request. \nNo RSVP required—a drop-in\, first-come\, first-served activity for anyone wanting to get creative and craft a bookmark to carry wishes into the New Year! Drop by the JFT Library anytime on Tuesday\, December 16 between 11:30 am—6:00 pm! \n*Participation age: Adults and Children (around 6 years old and up) are welcome to participate.
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/calligraphy_newyearbookmark_2025/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation Toronto Library\, 2 Bloor St E #300\, Toronto\, ON\, Canada\, M4W 1A8
CATEGORIES:Library,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251216T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251216T200000
DTSTAMP:20260116T203146Z
CREATED:20251120T183843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T203146Z
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SUMMARY:Hula Girls (film screening)
DESCRIPTION:Hula Girls \nTuesday\, December 16\, 6:00PM (ET) \nDoors open 5:30PM | Film Screening | In-Person | JFT Event Hall \nDirected by LEE Sang-il • 2006 • Comedy / Drama • 120 minutes • Presented in Japanese with English subtitles • Trailer \nIn 1965\, desperate to reverse their economic fortunes\, the elders of Iwaki\, a small Japanese coal-mining town\, decide to create a Hawaiian center tourist attraction. They hire Madoka (MATSUYUKI Yasuko)\, a professional dancer from Tokyo\, to recruit and train hula dancers. The group includes hulking Sayuri (YAMASAKI Shizuyo) and the hesitant Kimiko (AOI Yû). Things seem hopeless at first\, but with encouragement from Kimiko’s brother\, Yojiro (TOYOKAWA Etsushi)\, Madoka redoubles her efforts to make things work. \nBased on real life events\, Hula Girls premiered at the 2006 Toronto International Film Festival and went on to win five major awards at the 2007 Japan Academy Film Prize\, including Best Film\, Best Director\, Best Screenplay\, Best Supporting Actress\, and Most Popular Film. It was also chosen for Japan’s entry for the 79th Oscars for Best Foreign Language Film. \nContent advisory: brief scenes of domestic violence.  \n  \nIf you are interested in director LEE Sang-il’s latest film\, the critical and commercial success Kokuho\, don’t miss the screening at the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre on Jan 23\, 2026! \n  \nFree admission.  \nRegistration for this event is now full. If you wish to be notified when a cancelled slot becomes available\, please join the waitlist on Eventbrite (limited spots). We will also have a rush line before the event to release available seats on a first-come\, first-served basis. Admission is not guaranteed. Thank you for your understanding. \n  \n\nDirector Profile: \nLEE Sang-il (李相日) is a Japanese film director and screenwriter of Zainichi Korean descent. Lee studied at the Japan Institute of the Moving Image. His graduation project and directorial debut was the medium-length film Chong (1999)\, about the lives of third-generation Koreans living in Japan. The film won four awards including the Grand Prix at the Pia Film Festival (PFF) in 2000. \nIn 2004\, he directed his second feature: 69\, adapted from the novel of the same name by MURAKAMI Ryū\, which earned him a Best Director nomination at the Blue Ribbon Award.  His 2006 film\, Hula Girls\, had its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival and was critically acclaimed upon release in Japan. It received 12 nominations at the 2007 Japan Academy Awards\, winning five awards including Best Film and Best Director\, and was selected to represent Japan at the Academy Awards. His next film Villain (2010) was again acclaimed in Japan\, winning 5 Japanese Academy awards. Lee’s most recent work is Kokuho (2025)\, which world premiered in the Directors’ Fortnight section of the 2025 Cannes Film Festival and went on to become a critical and commercial success in Japan. It was selected as the Japanese entry for the Best International Feature Film at the 2026 Academy Awards.
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/hula-girls/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Film,Film Screening
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251218
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260108
DTSTAMP:20251106T202501Z
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SUMMARY:Online Grammar Boot Camp
DESCRIPTION: Online Japanese Grammar Boot Camp\n  \nLooking for a fun and productive way to spend this winter break? Are you a grammar enthusiast (or just want to practice Japanese)? \nLook no further. Join our online self-study boot camps and learn/practice Japanese grammar in your own time! \n \n \nWhat is this about? \nWe have two course offerings targeting different levels: \nStarter (A1) course: for learners who can read the Hiragana and have some background studying Japanese (at least 3 months would be ideal).\nThis covers some basic grammar points e.g. numbers\, giving a simple self-introduction\, talking about family\, food\, where to go for lunch\, daily routine\, day and time\, prepositions\, describing your house\, etc. Elementary (A2-1) course: for learners who can read the Hiragana\, Katakana\, and some Kanji\, and have been studying for about a year (ideally).\nThis covers elementary grammar e.g. talking about what you do\, hobbies\, weather\, your language studies\, describing a point of interest in town and directions to get there inviting someone to something\, offering help\, etc. \n \nThese are two structured self-study courses where you can learn and practice Japanese grammar using free resources\, as well as online games and exercises developed by us. \nCourse duration: From Thursday December 18\, 2025 to Wednesday January 7\, 2026* ≪ Those who finish all the tasks by January 7 will be entered into a draw to win prizes! \nFeatures: \n\nFree\nHas lots of practice materials catering to different preferences\, around 5-10 minutes each\nExercises are divided into stages and are available in the form of assignments/tasks on Google Classroom\nTrack your progress\nTo be done over 2-3 weeks (recommended)\, for about 10 minutes a day\n\nRegistration Deadline: Monday December 15\, 2025 (Registration will open on November 17\, 2025) \nHow to Join: \n\nSee the orientation slides here to know how to progress.\nFill out the form below\, making sure select the course(s) you would like to join.\nSince you need a Google account to access the Classroom\, if you do not have one you can either: create a new Gmail account (instructions here)\, or\, if you would like to use your non-Gmail account\, you can follow the steps in this video to create a Google account with your existing email address.\nWe will send you the link to join the Google Classroom by December 17.\n\nParticipation Requirements:\n \n\nAny adult (18 or older) in Canada who has Japanese language study experience\, as follows:\n\n★Starter (A1) course: Must be able to read Hiragana and have some experience studying Japanese\, ideally for 3 months or more.\n★Elementary (A2-1) course: Must be able to read Hiragana\, Katakana\, and some Kanji. Ideally has been studying Japanese for a year or more.\n\n\nMust have or be willing to create a Google account to be added to Google Classroom (instructions will be provided to those with non-gmail addresses)\nA computer or tablet is recommended. While you can do many of the activities on a phone\, there are a few where text might be too small on a phone screen.\n\nFor Reference \nThe content for the Starter course is based on the Marugoto A1 textbook\, Topics 2 through 5 (grammar reference here).\nThe content for the Elementary course is based on the Marugoto A2-1 textbook\, Topics 1 through 5 (grammar reference here).\n \n* The recommended schedule is December 18 to January 2 for the Starter (A1) Boot Camp\, and December 14 to January 7 for the Elementary (A2-1) Boot Camp.\n* To accommodate holidays\, the deadline to finish all tasks and be eligible for the prize draw is January 7. However\, course content will still be available to participants for review beyond this date. \nFor inquiries:  koza_jftoronto@jpf.go.jp.
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/online-grammar/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Language Class
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GEO:43.6710978;-79.386063
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260106T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260106T163000
DTSTAMP:20260108T221042Z
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SUMMARY:FukuBookLoan (Lucky Bags) 2026 @ JFT Library
DESCRIPTION:New Year\, New Routine? Ring in 2026 with our program inspired by Japan’s beloved New Year tradition “Fukubukuro” (福袋)\, or lucky bag! \nStarting Tuesday\, January 6th\, 2026\, JFT Library Card holders can grab a FukuBookLoan lucky bag\, containing a secret selection of books and/or audiovisual materials to borrow from the Library. Enjoy serendipitous discovery from a curated selection of novels\, manga\, DVD/BR\, and more books about Japan or by Japanese authors! You might discover your new favourite authors\, amazing film titles\, and intriguing topics that you never knew existed! \n\nShow What is Fukubukuro (福袋)?  \nWhat is Fukubukuro (福袋)?\nFukubukuro (福袋\, “lucky bag”) is a Japanese New Year custom where people buy mysterious sealed bags that are sold for a set price during the New Year period. Many shops\, businesses and department stores take part in this tradition and the sales begin on the first business day of the New Year. They typically contain products centred around a specific theme. Usually\, the bags are sold at a substantial discount and much less expensive than if you were to buy each item in the bag separately. The Fukubukuro is a very popular\, thrilling and highly anticipated event and people often even line up for hours to get the bags. \nThe term “fuku” (福) means “good fortune” or “luck”\, and “fukuro” (袋) – conjugated into “bukuro” – means “bag”. \n*The items in the JFT Library’s FukuBookLoan bags are for borrowing only\, and not for sales or giveaways. You must check them out at the library counter and return them to the Library by the due date. \n  \n\nHow to participate in the FukuBookLoan event\n*Please note the FukuBookLoan event ends when all bags are gone or on Saturday\, January 31st\, 2026 at 4:30 pm (whichever is faster). \n1. Get or renew JFT Library Card \n・You need to have a valid JFT Library card (free of charge) to receive a FukuBookLoan lucky bag.\n・To apply for a new library card or renew your expired card\, please fill in our Library Card Application Form online and show your photo ID along with proof of address at the Library counter. Please note the library card is valid for one year and needs to be renewed with a valid ID. \n2. Select a theme tag and pick up a FukuBookLoan bag with the corresponding theme at the Library Counter\n・Visit the JFT Library during the Library’s opening hours in January\n・Pick up a bag theme tag from the FukuBookLoan rack. *One bag maximum per library cardholder\n・Bring the tag to the library counter. Staff will grab a bag from the storage and proceed with the checkouts.\n・Each bag contains 3 to 4 items. Please note those items will be counted toward the maximum number of items that can be checked out from the Library\, which is 15 total items (a 5-item limit for periodicals and audiovisual materials). \n3. Enjoy serendipitous discovery & share your thoughts!\n・Take the FukuBookLoan bag home and enjoy discovering what’s inside!\n・If you are an active social media user\, feel free to post about the items in the bag and the FukuBookLoan experience using the hashtag #JFTLibrary \n4. Return the items by the due date\n・ The items in the bag are for loan and must be returned to the Library within a 3-week loan period (may be renewed once for another 3 weeks if there are no holds pending). \n  \nIf you have any questions or concerns\, please don’t hesitate to contact us. New members are always welcome!
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/fukubukuro2026/2026-01-06/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation Toronto Library\, 2 Bloor St E #300\, Toronto\, ON\, Canada\, M4W 1A8
CATEGORIES:Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260110T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260110T160000
DTSTAMP:20251217T220954Z
CREATED:20251217T220954Z
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SUMMARY:Kabuki Talk I: An Introduction to Kabuki Theatre
DESCRIPTION:An Introduction to Kabuki Theatre\nSaturday\, January 10\, 2026\, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM (ET) (Doors Open at 2:00 PM) \nIn-Person Talk Event & Slide Presentation | Admission Free | RSVP Required\nPresented in English by Toshi Aoyagi\, Program Officer at the Japan Foundation\, Toronto \nAs an art form\, Kabuki theatre has a distinct origin and historical development. Understanding how Kabuki was created and evolved over time helps clarify its unique and original appeal. One notable question is why male actors perform female roles in Kabuki\, which will be explained. \nIn conjunction with Cinema Kabuki 2026 Toronto.
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/2026-kabuki-talk-i/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
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GEO:43.6710659;-79.3857432
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260114T193000
DTSTAMP:20251217T221012Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T221012Z
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SUMMARY:Kabuki Talk II: Two Kabuki Comedies\, One Inspired by Kyōgen and Another by Rakugo
DESCRIPTION:Two Kabuki Comedies\, One Inspired by Kyōgen and Another by Rakugo\nWednesday\, January 14\, 2026\, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM (ET) (Doors Open at 5:30 PM) \nIn-Person Talk Event & Slide Presentation | Admission Free | RSVP Required\nPresented in English by Toshi Aoyagi\, Program Officer at the Japan Foundation\, Toronto \nThis talk focuses on two Kabuki comedies inspired by different traditional performance genres: Kyōgen and Rakugo. Rakuda\, Party with a Dead Man\, rooted in Rakugo storytelling\, unfolds as a darkly comic tale of greed and deception\, transforming death into farce through outrageous schemes and copious sake. The Zen Substitute\, inspired by Kyōgen\, presents a domestic comedy of disguise and mistaken identity\, in which a lord’s feigned religious retreat leads to escalating misunderstandings driven by desire and affection. Though distinct in origin and style\, both works turn simple comic premises into exuberant theatrical experiences\, elevated by the dynamic chemistry and virtuosic performances of Kanzaburo and Mitsugoro. \nIn conjunction with Cinema Kabuki 2026 Toronto.
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/2026-kabuki-talk-ii/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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GEO:43.6710659;-79.3857432
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260116T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260116T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T185523Z
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SUMMARY:VSS Chat Event
DESCRIPTION:Japanese Chat Event\nAre you a Japanese language learner over 18 and located in Canada (or studying at one of the Japan Foundation overseas offices)? \nIn our Virtual Study Space\, we hold regular chat events where you can practice speaking Japanese with native-level volunteers and other students. \nParticipants are divided into groups of 3-5 according to their Japanese level\, where our volunteers facilitate the conversation. A topic is preassigned every week but you can also opt to do free talk. (View Topic Schedule) \nRegister for our Virtual Study Space to gain access: https://tr.jpf.go.jp/language/jft-virtual-study-space/ \nWhat is the JFT Virtual Study Space?\nThe JFT virtual study space is a free 24/7 online space where Japanese language learners can get together to improve their Japanese language skills by experiencing the language outside of class. (Event Calendar)
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/vss-chat-event-2026/2026-01-16/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Language Class,Other JFT Events
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GEO:43.6710978;-79.386063
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260401
DTSTAMP:20260804T195422Z
CREATED:20260120T150421Z
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SUMMARY:Book Tree 2026 @ JFT Library & JF Canada/USA Digital Library
DESCRIPTION:Our annual Book Tree is back! \n\n\n \nLet’s make the library’s book tree bloom together by sharing your thoughts on library items (+ refer friends) and win an exciting prize!   \n*Play the video to see how our Book Tree has bloomed from January 20 to March 31\, 2026 and some selected comments from Book Tree 2026 participants!  \n  \n  \nhttps://tr.jpf.go.jp/wp-content/uploads/Book-Tree-2026-Progress-3_FinalVer.mp4\n  \nhttps://tr.jpf.go.jp/wp-content/uploads/Book-Tree-2026-Progress-2.mp4\n  \nhttps://tr.jpf.go.jp/wp-content/uploads/Book-Tree-2026-Progress-1.mp4\n  \n\n\n\n\n \nBook Tree eligibility:\n\n\n \nCheck out 5+ physical/digital library items from Japan Foundation Toronto Library and/or JF Canada/USA Digital Library AND submit your comment(s) (+ refer friends) within the period of Tuesday\, January 20 – Tuesday\, March 31 ET. \n*Please check library hours to plan your visit.  \n\n\n \nHow to participate in the Book Tree Program\n\n\n\n\n \nShow Participate by Checking Out Physical Library Items from JFT Library in Toronto  \n\n\n \nParticipate by Checking Out Physical Library Items from JFT Library in Toronto\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nBorrow books or audiovisual materials at the Japan Foundation Toronto Library.\n\n\n\nEvery time you borrow 5 or more items (excluding periodicals)\, you may fill out a white ballot for a prize.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery time you borrow 10 or more items (excluding periodicals)\, you may fill out an additional blue ballot for a GRAND prize.\n\n\n\n\nYou will receive two cards at the library counter \n\n\n\nTsubaki (Japanese camellia) flower shaped comment card: Write down your comments on an item of their choice and add it to the Book Tree on the library wall\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSheet for ballot: If you opt in for the prize lottery\, write down your information (name\, library card number\, and email address) *BONUS* Friend Referral: If you learned about the Book Tree and/or the Japan Foundation’s library services from your friend\, write down your friend’s library card number in the ballot sheet. Both you and your friend get an extra ballot worth chance for small prizes!\n\n\n\n\nPrize winners will be notified directly later in April\n\n\n\n \nPrizes\n\n\n \nGRAND Prizes include: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nROM – 1 pair of Admissions Tickets to ROM’s galleries and special exhibitions. \nTIFF – 1 pair of Admissions Tickets to Gala screening \n\n\n\n\n \nOther Prizes include (but not limited to) :  \n\n\n \nTote bags\, stationaries\, and so on!   \n\n\n \nLibrary & Gallery Opening Hours\n\n\n\n\n	MondayCLOSED\n\n\n	Tuesday11:30am to 4:30pm\n\n\n	WednesdayCLOSED\n\n\n	Thursday11:30am to 6:30pm\n\n\n	Friday11:30am to 4:30pm\n\n\n	Saturday11:30am to 4:30pm *Closed on select Saturdays\n\n\n\n	SundayCLOSED\n\n\n\n\n  \n \n*JF Canada/USA Digital Library is available to residents of Canada and the USA 24/7 \n \n \n\nShow Participate by Checking Out Ebooks/Auidobooks from JF Canada/USA Digital Library  \n\n\n \nParticipate by Checking Out Ebooks/Auidobooks from JF Canada/USA Digital Library\n\n\n \n\n\n\nBorrow ebooks/audiobooks at the JF Canada/USA Digital Library.\n\n\n\nEvery time you borrow 5 or more items\, you are entitled to enter a draw for prizes.\n\n\n\n\nSubmit a comment on an item of their choice on the virtual Book Tree board on Padlet.\nIf you want to opt in for the prize lottery\, please submit your information from the form available on the virtual Book Tree board. *BONUS* Friend Referral: If you learned about the Book Tree and/or the Japan Foundation’s library services from your friend\, write down your friend’s library card number in the form. Both you and your friend get an extra ballot worth chance for small prizes!\nPrize winners will be notified directly later in April\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \nPrizes\n\n\n\n\n \nPrizes include but not limited to:  \n\n\n \nTote bags\, stationaries\, and so on!  \n\n\n\n \nThank you for participating! \n\n\n \nSpecial thanks to our generous sponsors \n– JNTO\, ROM\, TIFF\, and Anonymous Sponsor! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n \n   
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/booktree2026/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation Toronto Library\, 2 Bloor St E #300\, Toronto\, ON\, Canada\, M4W 1A8
CATEGORIES:Library
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