Events

Revitalization of Public Housing

Challenges and Celebrations in Toronto and Japan A talk by Prof. Sayaka Fujii, Tsukuba University Introduced by Prof. André Sorensen, University of Toronto NEW June 12, 2014: lecture slides available for download (pdf) Since 2005, there has been a large-scale … Continue reading →

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Recurring

Summer Festival at the JFT Library

Come to the library in July for Tanabata (Summer Star Festival) displays and events! Matsuri displays Omikoshi (portable shrine) big matsuri fan chochin (lanterns) omen (Japanese masks) bamboo tree for hanging wishes realistic models of Japanese summer foods fairy tale … Continue reading →

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Japanese Language and Culture Sampler: Tanabata

Our Japanese Language and Culture Sampler courses are a series of courses offering a window into both Japanese language and culture. Please come and sample various aspects of Japanese culture through the beautiful decorations in our center, and try a … Continue reading →

Japanese through Films: Happy Family Plan

Do you like Japanese? Do you like films? Why not join us at the Japan Foundation Toronto for "Japanese through Films"! We will look at the 2000 Winner of the Gold Award at the Houston International Films Festival, Happy Family … Continue reading →

Red Giant Books presents Double Exile Book Launch

“Morgenstern’s straightforward, clean style lets the story tell itself. Ayumi, backpacker from Tokyo, comes alive with her honest drive to understand betrayal and loyalty –in their lives and her own. Yoko Morgenstern is a debut novelist unafraid of complex questions, … Continue reading →

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記者の私 I, the Reporter

"New Japanese class, students to write Japanese newspaper" Why not do something fun with your Japanese this summer? For late intermediate students of Japanese what better way to meet other learners at your level,  practice your Japanese, and sharpen your … Continue reading →

$20

Talk about Japan: Sports Journalism

Join us once again for our “Talk about Japan” series of classes for intermediate/advanced Japanese language learners, this time with the theme of sports journalism. The first week of this two week class features a lecture by Japanese sports journalist … Continue reading →