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SUMMARY:Bring Your Own Bento: Japanese Language and Culture Talk (September 18\, 2026)
DESCRIPTION:  \nFriday September 18\, 2026  \n12:00 pm – 1:00 pm ET In Person @ The Japan Foundation\, Toronto  \n6:30pm – 7:30 pm ET Online (Zoom) \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 where we will introduce words and expressions to get you started on the path to learning Japanese! All levels of Japanese learners are welcome to join too! \nWe will hold 2 sessions providing the same content: in-person at the Japan Foundation\, Toronto during the lunch hour (12:00-1:00 pm ET) and online in the evening (6:30-7:30 pm ET). If you are near the Yonge/Bloor area in Toronto\, why not stop by during your lunch break and learn more about Japanese language and interesting cultural information? Or join us on Zoom in the evening if that better suits your schedule/location. These sessions are B.Y.O.B. (“bring your own bento“)\, so please feel free to bring your lunch/dinner with you! \nIn conjunction with the “I Love Sushi” exhibition taking place in the JFT Gallery from September 15 – October 9\, 2026\, this session is titled “I Love Sushi”. Come join us and learn Japanese words and phrases related to sushi\, along with interesting facts about this theme!  This talk will cover some information shared at the session based on the same topic last September\, but will include additional content and insights. Join us for the talk\, and take the opportunity to explore the “I Love Sushi” exhibition during your visit! \nThis session is free to join but registration is required. Please let us know if you will be joining us using the button below. \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.\nParticipants are not to record\, photograph\, or take screen captures of the event.\nBy registering for and attending the event\, participants acknowledge that they have read\, understood\, and agree to the above Terms and Conditions.\n\nPlease note that registration will take place on Eventbrite – please choose the ticket type corresponding to the timeslot (in-person for 12:00-1:00pm ET\, online for 6:30-7:30pm ET). \n**The Zoom meeting link for the online session will be sent to the email address used for registration\, a few days prior to the event.  Please note that the Zoom meeting is not connected to Eventbrite – please join the online session via the Zoom link in the email message. Thank you for your understanding. \nREGISTER HERE \n  \nThis talk shares the same title as the exhibition “I Love Sushi” (The Japan Foundation Travelling Exhibition) at the JFT Gallery during Septebmer 15 – October 9\, 2026. In-person attendees of the BYOB session can take the opportunity to explore the exhibition after the talk\, but you are more than welcome to book the gallery visit on a day that suits your schedule! Please refer to the webpage below for more details and to book a visit. \n \n“I Love Sushi” Exhibition Webpage
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SUMMARY:I Love Sushi (The Japan Foundation Travelling Exhibition)
DESCRIPTION:Established in 1972\, the Japan Foundation creates global opportunities to cultivate friendship and ties between Japan and the world through culture\, language\, and dialogue. The Foundation operates programs in the fields of arts and cultural exchange\, Japanese-language education overseas\, and Japanese studies and intellectual exchange. As a new cultural exchange program\, we are delighted to present a touring exhibition “I Love Sushi” that focuses on sushi\, the most popular Japanese cuisine around the world. \n\n\n\nIn 2013\, UNESCO inscribed washoku—Japanese cuisine—on its Intangible Cultural Heritage list\, and sushi is the archetypal example. Sushi is a refined and healthy food that looks good and tastes good\, and it has already become a familiar item on menus worldwide. From its roots in Southeast Asia or Southern China\, sushi reached Japan over a thousand years ago. Since then\, sushi has radically changed\, taking advantage of the abundance of natural resources found in and around the islands of Japan\, of the application of knowledge and ideas to sushi\, and of the never-ending Japanese drive to try good-tasting foods at the earliest opportunity. The type of sushi that first comes to mind for most people today is nigiri-zushi\, which emerged about two hundred years ago in Edo\, the city that we now know as Tokyo. \n\n\n\nSushi has now spread outside Japan’s borders\, and is enjoyed around the world. But although it has become a familiar food\, many people have only discovered a few of its attractions. This exhibition aims to provide an in-depth visual guide to the appeal of sushi. It includes the chance to learn about how Japan took in sushi in its original form\, how it modified sushi to suit the natural environment\, culture\, and lifestyles of individual areas. It also introduces today’s vibrant sushi culture\, and it encourages us to think about the potential of sushi as a food for the future in the light of contemporary food issues. The exhibition includes a simulation of a visit to a sushi shop in Japan. People who know little about sushi will greatly enjoy the exhibition\, and keen fans of sushi will find it fascinating too. And we very much hope that through sushi\, the exhibition will also communicate something about the history and customs of Japan. \n\n\n\nFinally\, we would like to express our gratitude to Hibino Terutoshi for his supervision of the preparations for this exhibition\, and to all the other individuals and entities whose unstinting efforts have made the exhibition a success. \n\nAdmission: FREE Advanced\, time-specific reservations are recommended. \nBook Your Visit Here \nHand-sanitization at the entry and wearing face-coverings on our premises are recommended. \nGallery Hours: Open on Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, Fridays\, and Saturdays. Hourly timeslots starting at 11:30 am\, 12:30 pm\, 1:30 pm\, 2:30 pm\, 3:30 pm (4:30 pm and 5:30 pm on Thursdays) *  \nClosed on Sundays\, Mondays\, Wednesdays\, Select Saturdays\, and Public Holidays. \n** We will also be offering additional opening hours on the following dates: \n\nMonday\, October 5 & Wednesday\, October 7\, 11:30 am – 4:30 pm\nFriday\, October 9\, 11:30 am – 6:30 pm (Exhibition Final Day)\n\nExhibition Period: September 15 – October 9\, 2026 \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\n\n\nRelated Programs: \n \nIn conjuction with the “I Love Sushi” exhibition\, we will be holding a “Bring Your Own Bento: Japanese Language and Culture Talk” sharing the same title. Come join us on Friday September 18\, 2026 either in-person or online\, and learn Japanese words and phrases related to sushi\, along with interesting fun facts around this theme! \nFor more details and to register\, please visit here. \n  \n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/i-love-sushi-exhibition/2026-09-18/
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SUMMARY:I Love Sushi (The Japan Foundation Travelling Exhibition)
DESCRIPTION:Established in 1972\, the Japan Foundation creates global opportunities to cultivate friendship and ties between Japan and the world through culture\, language\, and dialogue. The Foundation operates programs in the fields of arts and cultural exchange\, Japanese-language education overseas\, and Japanese studies and intellectual exchange. As a new cultural exchange program\, we are delighted to present a touring exhibition “I Love Sushi” that focuses on sushi\, the most popular Japanese cuisine around the world. \n\n\n\nIn 2013\, UNESCO inscribed washoku—Japanese cuisine—on its Intangible Cultural Heritage list\, and sushi is the archetypal example. Sushi is a refined and healthy food that looks good and tastes good\, and it has already become a familiar item on menus worldwide. From its roots in Southeast Asia or Southern China\, sushi reached Japan over a thousand years ago. Since then\, sushi has radically changed\, taking advantage of the abundance of natural resources found in and around the islands of Japan\, of the application of knowledge and ideas to sushi\, and of the never-ending Japanese drive to try good-tasting foods at the earliest opportunity. The type of sushi that first comes to mind for most people today is nigiri-zushi\, which emerged about two hundred years ago in Edo\, the city that we now know as Tokyo. \n\n\n\nSushi has now spread outside Japan’s borders\, and is enjoyed around the world. But although it has become a familiar food\, many people have only discovered a few of its attractions. This exhibition aims to provide an in-depth visual guide to the appeal of sushi. It includes the chance to learn about how Japan took in sushi in its original form\, how it modified sushi to suit the natural environment\, culture\, and lifestyles of individual areas. It also introduces today’s vibrant sushi culture\, and it encourages us to think about the potential of sushi as a food for the future in the light of contemporary food issues. The exhibition includes a simulation of a visit to a sushi shop in Japan. People who know little about sushi will greatly enjoy the exhibition\, and keen fans of sushi will find it fascinating too. And we very much hope that through sushi\, the exhibition will also communicate something about the history and customs of Japan. \n\n\n\nFinally\, we would like to express our gratitude to Hibino Terutoshi for his supervision of the preparations for this exhibition\, and to all the other individuals and entities whose unstinting efforts have made the exhibition a success. \n\nAdmission: FREE Advanced\, time-specific reservations are recommended. \nBook Your Visit Here \nHand-sanitization at the entry and wearing face-coverings on our premises are recommended. \nGallery Hours: Open on Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, Fridays\, and Saturdays. Hourly timeslots starting at 11:30 am\, 12:30 pm\, 1:30 pm\, 2:30 pm\, 3:30 pm (4:30 pm and 5:30 pm on Thursdays) *  \nClosed on Sundays\, Mondays\, Wednesdays\, Select Saturdays\, and Public Holidays. \n** We will also be offering additional opening hours on the following dates: \n\nMonday\, October 5 & Wednesday\, October 7\, 11:30 am – 4:30 pm\nFriday\, October 9\, 11:30 am – 6:30 pm (Exhibition Final Day)\n\nExhibition Period: September 15 – October 9\, 2026 \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\n\n\nRelated Programs: \n \nIn conjuction with the “I Love Sushi” exhibition\, we will be holding a “Bring Your Own Bento: Japanese Language and Culture Talk” sharing the same title. Come join us on Friday September 18\, 2026 either in-person or online\, and learn Japanese words and phrases related to sushi\, along with interesting fun facts around this theme! \nFor more details and to register\, please visit here. \n  \n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/i-love-sushi-exhibition/2026-09-17/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:I Love Sushi (The Japan Foundation Travelling Exhibition)
DESCRIPTION:Established in 1972\, the Japan Foundation creates global opportunities to cultivate friendship and ties between Japan and the world through culture\, language\, and dialogue. The Foundation operates programs in the fields of arts and cultural exchange\, Japanese-language education overseas\, and Japanese studies and intellectual exchange. As a new cultural exchange program\, we are delighted to present a touring exhibition “I Love Sushi” that focuses on sushi\, the most popular Japanese cuisine around the world. \n\n\n\nIn 2013\, UNESCO inscribed washoku—Japanese cuisine—on its Intangible Cultural Heritage list\, and sushi is the archetypal example. Sushi is a refined and healthy food that looks good and tastes good\, and it has already become a familiar item on menus worldwide. From its roots in Southeast Asia or Southern China\, sushi reached Japan over a thousand years ago. Since then\, sushi has radically changed\, taking advantage of the abundance of natural resources found in and around the islands of Japan\, of the application of knowledge and ideas to sushi\, and of the never-ending Japanese drive to try good-tasting foods at the earliest opportunity. The type of sushi that first comes to mind for most people today is nigiri-zushi\, which emerged about two hundred years ago in Edo\, the city that we now know as Tokyo. \n\n\n\nSushi has now spread outside Japan’s borders\, and is enjoyed around the world. But although it has become a familiar food\, many people have only discovered a few of its attractions. This exhibition aims to provide an in-depth visual guide to the appeal of sushi. It includes the chance to learn about how Japan took in sushi in its original form\, how it modified sushi to suit the natural environment\, culture\, and lifestyles of individual areas. It also introduces today’s vibrant sushi culture\, and it encourages us to think about the potential of sushi as a food for the future in the light of contemporary food issues. The exhibition includes a simulation of a visit to a sushi shop in Japan. People who know little about sushi will greatly enjoy the exhibition\, and keen fans of sushi will find it fascinating too. And we very much hope that through sushi\, the exhibition will also communicate something about the history and customs of Japan. \n\n\n\nFinally\, we would like to express our gratitude to Hibino Terutoshi for his supervision of the preparations for this exhibition\, and to all the other individuals and entities whose unstinting efforts have made the exhibition a success. \n\nAdmission: FREE Advanced\, time-specific reservations are recommended. \nBook Your Visit Here \nHand-sanitization at the entry and wearing face-coverings on our premises are recommended. \nGallery Hours: Open on Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, Fridays\, and Saturdays. Hourly timeslots starting at 11:30 am\, 12:30 pm\, 1:30 pm\, 2:30 pm\, 3:30 pm (4:30 pm and 5:30 pm on Thursdays) *  \nClosed on Sundays\, Mondays\, Wednesdays\, Select Saturdays\, and Public Holidays. \n** We will also be offering additional opening hours on the following dates: \n\nMonday\, October 5 & Wednesday\, October 7\, 11:30 am – 4:30 pm\nFriday\, October 9\, 11:30 am – 6:30 pm (Exhibition Final Day)\n\nExhibition Period: September 15 – October 9\, 2026 \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\n\n\nRelated Programs: \n \nIn conjuction with the “I Love Sushi” exhibition\, we will be holding a “Bring Your Own Bento: Japanese Language and Culture Talk” sharing the same title. Come join us on Friday September 18\, 2026 either in-person or online\, and learn Japanese words and phrases related to sushi\, along with interesting fun facts around this theme! \nFor more details and to register\, please visit here. \n  \n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/i-love-sushi-exhibition/2026-09-15/
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SUMMARY:Tampopo (JFT People's Choice Award screening)
DESCRIPTION:Tampopo \nタンポポ \nWednesday\, September 2\, 6:30PM (ET) \nDoors open 6:00PM | Film Screening | In-Person | JFT Event Hall \nDirected by ITAMI Jūzō • 1985 • 115 minutes • Presented in Japanese with English subtitles • Trailer  \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. Through 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. Viewer discretion is advised.   \n  \nPart 2 of our JFT People’s Choice Award screenings. The current and former JFT Film Program Officers will join for a post-screening chat. \n  \nFree admission. Registration required. \nPlease note: Due to the high demand for these screenings\, we kindly ask that each person register for and attend only one of the JFT People’s Choice Award screenings. This will help ensure that as many members of our community as possible have the opportunity to attend these final screenings. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. \nRegister here \nBoth screenings are currently fully booked. If tickets become available due to cancellations or returns\, they will be released through Eventbrite. We encourage you to check the registration pages regularly for any newly available tickets. \nWe 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 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.  In 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. Itami 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.  Itami’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.
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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:Perfect Days (JFT People's Choice Award screening)
DESCRIPTION:Perfect Days \nTuesday\, September 1\, 6:30PM (ET) \nDoors open 6:00PM | Film Screening | In-Person | JFT Event Hall \nDirected by Wim Wenders • 2023 • Drama  • 124 minutes • Presented in Japanese with English subtitles • Trailer  \nIn a world of fleeting moments\, find the beauty that lasts. \nA perfect song that hits at just the right moment\, the play of sunlight through leaves\, a fleeting moment of human connection in a vast metropolis: the wonders of everyday life come into breath­taking focus in this profoundly moving film by Wim Wenders.  \nIn a radiant\, Cannes-award-winning performance of few words but extraordinary expressiveness\, YAKUSHO Kōji plays a public-toilet cleaner in Tokyo whose rich inner world is gradually revealed through his small exchanges with those around him and with the city itself. Channeling his idol OZU Yasujiro\, Wenders crafts a serenely minimalist ode to the miracle that is the here and now. \nPart 1 of our JFT People’s Choice Award screenings. Pre-screening introduction from current & former JFT Film Program Officers!   \nFree admission. Registration required. \n  \nPlease note: Due to the high demand for these screenings\, we kindly ask that each person register for and attend only one of the JFT People’s Choice Award screenings. This will help ensure that as many members of our community as possible have the opportunity to attend these final screenings. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. \nRegister here \n\n\n\n \nBoth screenings are currently fully booked. If tickets become available due to cancellations or returns\, they will be released through Eventbrite. We encourage you to check the registration pages regularly for any newly available tickets. \nWe 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\nDirector Profile:  \nWim Wenders (born 1945) came to international prominence as one of the pioneers of German Cinema during the 1970’s and is now considered one of the most important figures in contemporary film. In addition to his many prize-winning feature films\, his work as a scriptwriter\, director\, producer\, photographer and author also encompasses an abundance of innovative documentary films. His career as a filmmaker began in 1967 when Wenders enrolled at the newly founded University of Television and Film Munich (HFF Munich). Parallel to his studies\, he also worked as a film critic for a number of years. Upon graduating from the academy in 1971\, he founded\, together with fifteen other directors and authors\, the Filmverlag der Autoren\, a film distribution company for German auteur films\, which organized the production\, rights administration and distribution of their own independent films.  
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SUMMARY:JFT Online Workshop for Japanese Language Teachers: 漢字・漢字語彙学習を考える＜２＞
DESCRIPTION:JFTオンライン日本語教師のための勉強会\n漢字・漢字語彙学習を考える＜２＞\n  \n \n  \n日本語教育の現場における漢字指導は、教師のビリーフが大きく反映される領域の一つです。みなさんはどのように漢字・漢字語彙を取り上げ、教室活動につなげていますか。 \n今回の勉強会では、カナダの大学で日本語を教えていらっしゃる先生方による実践と現在検討中の取り組みについてお話しいただきます。質疑応答の時間に加え、参加者のみなさんが意見や悩みを共有できる場も設けております。 \n本勉強会は漢字・漢字語彙学習について興味のある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：２０２６年８月２９日（土） \n\n勉強会： １：００ pm ～ ２：４５ pm（東部夏時間）\n\nスケジュール：（当日変更の可能性があります） \n\n森下洋子先生による「漢字導入の実践報告」＆質疑応答・意見交換\n青木裕美先生による「漢字に挫折した学習者支援の取り組み（案）」＆質疑応答・意見交換\n\n対象者：日本語教師で、以下に同意される方（定員４０名まで） \n※ カメラオンで参加できる人\n＊ お申し込みが定員を超える場合は、カナダ在住で現在教えていらっしゃる方を優先しますので、予めご了承願います。 \n実践報告・話題提供：森下洋子先生（Kwantlen Polytechnic University）、青木裕美先生（University of British Columbia） \n案内役：小室リー郁子（トロント大学） \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/workshop260829/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Teachers’ Workshops
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SUMMARY:Summer Tenugui Towels: Fireworks\, Fireflies\, and Yōkai Monsters
DESCRIPTION:夏の手拭い展：花火と蛍と妖怪と \nSummer must be the most active season for Tenugui towels. In order to survive through the extreme heat and humidity of summer in Japan\, all kinds of customs\, culture\, and rituals have been created and developed. Tenugui towels were one of the tools to cope with summer in a practical way. \nTenugui are towels made of bleached cotton\, approximately 34 cm wide and 90 cm in length. The word literally means “a hand wiping cloth.” In the 17th century\, when the production of cotton increased dramatically in Japan\, people benefitted from the rich supply of cotton cloth for use in their daily lives. Individual towels were used for a remarkable number of purposes not only for wiping and cleaning\, but also for wrapping and wearing\, and even as advertising tools. \nAt this point we can see Tenugui as the reflection of the culture and lifestyle\, too\, beyond merely practical tools. In this exhibition Ukiyo-e woodblock prints are on display which depict people using Tenugui towels. We also have pairings of Ukiyo-e prints and Tenugui towels both indicating everything special in Japanese summer. Fireworks\, boating\, fresh water bathing\, firefly catching ― summer heat could have been turned into enjoyment and something to be culturally appreciated. \nOne of the special summer tradition has been spooky stories of ghosts and Yōkai monsters. In the hot humid nights\, those stories are supposed to make spectators feel chilled. And those creatures are the most attractive subjects which appear on both Tenugui and Ukiyo-e prints. \nJoin us at The Japan Foundation\, Toronto in the celebration of magnificent summer! \n\nAdmission: FREE Advanced\, time-specific reservations are recommended. \nBook Your Visit Here \nHand-sanitization at the entry and wearing face-coverings on our premises are recommended. \nGallery Hours: Open on Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, Fridays\, and Saturdays. Hourly timeslots starting at 11:30 am\, 12:30 pm\, 1:30pm\, 2:30 pm\, 3:30 pm (4:30 pm and 5:30 pm on Thursdays) \n* Closed on Sundays\, Mondays\, Wednesdays\, Select Saturdays\, and Public Holidays:August 1 – 3 (Civic Holiday Weekend) \nExhibition Period: June 4 – August 29\, 2026 \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
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/summer-tenugui-towels/2026-08-29/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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SUMMARY:Summer Tenugui Towels: Fireworks\, Fireflies\, and Yōkai Monsters
DESCRIPTION:夏の手拭い展：花火と蛍と妖怪と \nSummer must be the most active season for Tenugui towels. In order to survive through the extreme heat and humidity of summer in Japan\, all kinds of customs\, culture\, and rituals have been created and developed. Tenugui towels were one of the tools to cope with summer in a practical way. \nTenugui are towels made of bleached cotton\, approximately 34 cm wide and 90 cm in length. The word literally means “a hand wiping cloth.” In the 17th century\, when the production of cotton increased dramatically in Japan\, people benefitted from the rich supply of cotton cloth for use in their daily lives. Individual towels were used for a remarkable number of purposes not only for wiping and cleaning\, but also for wrapping and wearing\, and even as advertising tools. \nAt this point we can see Tenugui as the reflection of the culture and lifestyle\, too\, beyond merely practical tools. In this exhibition Ukiyo-e woodblock prints are on display which depict people using Tenugui towels. We also have pairings of Ukiyo-e prints and Tenugui towels both indicating everything special in Japanese summer. Fireworks\, boating\, fresh water bathing\, firefly catching ― summer heat could have been turned into enjoyment and something to be culturally appreciated. \nOne of the special summer tradition has been spooky stories of ghosts and Yōkai monsters. In the hot humid nights\, those stories are supposed to make spectators feel chilled. And those creatures are the most attractive subjects which appear on both Tenugui and Ukiyo-e prints. \nJoin us at The Japan Foundation\, Toronto in the celebration of magnificent summer! \n\nAdmission: FREE Advanced\, time-specific reservations are recommended. \nBook Your Visit Here \nHand-sanitization at the entry and wearing face-coverings on our premises are recommended. \nGallery Hours: Open on Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, Fridays\, and Saturdays. Hourly timeslots starting at 11:30 am\, 12:30 pm\, 1:30pm\, 2:30 pm\, 3:30 pm (4:30 pm and 5:30 pm on Thursdays) \n* Closed on Sundays\, Mondays\, Wednesdays\, Select Saturdays\, and Public Holidays:August 1 – 3 (Civic Holiday Weekend) \nExhibition Period: June 4 – August 29\, 2026 \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
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/summer-tenugui-towels/2026-08-28/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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SUMMARY:Summer Tenugui Towels: Fireworks\, Fireflies\, and Yōkai Monsters
DESCRIPTION:夏の手拭い展：花火と蛍と妖怪と \nSummer must be the most active season for Tenugui towels. In order to survive through the extreme heat and humidity of summer in Japan\, all kinds of customs\, culture\, and rituals have been created and developed. Tenugui towels were one of the tools to cope with summer in a practical way. \nTenugui are towels made of bleached cotton\, approximately 34 cm wide and 90 cm in length. The word literally means “a hand wiping cloth.” In the 17th century\, when the production of cotton increased dramatically in Japan\, people benefitted from the rich supply of cotton cloth for use in their daily lives. Individual towels were used for a remarkable number of purposes not only for wiping and cleaning\, but also for wrapping and wearing\, and even as advertising tools. \nAt this point we can see Tenugui as the reflection of the culture and lifestyle\, too\, beyond merely practical tools. In this exhibition Ukiyo-e woodblock prints are on display which depict people using Tenugui towels. We also have pairings of Ukiyo-e prints and Tenugui towels both indicating everything special in Japanese summer. Fireworks\, boating\, fresh water bathing\, firefly catching ― summer heat could have been turned into enjoyment and something to be culturally appreciated. \nOne of the special summer tradition has been spooky stories of ghosts and Yōkai monsters. In the hot humid nights\, those stories are supposed to make spectators feel chilled. And those creatures are the most attractive subjects which appear on both Tenugui and Ukiyo-e prints. \nJoin us at The Japan Foundation\, Toronto in the celebration of magnificent summer! \n\nAdmission: FREE Advanced\, time-specific reservations are recommended. \nBook Your Visit Here \nHand-sanitization at the entry and wearing face-coverings on our premises are recommended. \nGallery Hours: Open on Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, Fridays\, and Saturdays. Hourly timeslots starting at 11:30 am\, 12:30 pm\, 1:30pm\, 2:30 pm\, 3:30 pm (4:30 pm and 5:30 pm on Thursdays) \n* Closed on Sundays\, Mondays\, Wednesdays\, Select Saturdays\, and Public Holidays:August 1 – 3 (Civic Holiday Weekend) \nExhibition Period: June 4 – August 29\, 2026 \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
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/summer-tenugui-towels/2026-08-27/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Summer Tenugui Towels: Fireworks\, Fireflies\, and Yōkai Monsters
DESCRIPTION:夏の手拭い展：花火と蛍と妖怪と \nSummer must be the most active season for Tenugui towels. In order to survive through the extreme heat and humidity of summer in Japan\, all kinds of customs\, culture\, and rituals have been created and developed. Tenugui towels were one of the tools to cope with summer in a practical way. \nTenugui are towels made of bleached cotton\, approximately 34 cm wide and 90 cm in length. The word literally means “a hand wiping cloth.” In the 17th century\, when the production of cotton increased dramatically in Japan\, people benefitted from the rich supply of cotton cloth for use in their daily lives. Individual towels were used for a remarkable number of purposes not only for wiping and cleaning\, but also for wrapping and wearing\, and even as advertising tools. \nAt this point we can see Tenugui as the reflection of the culture and lifestyle\, too\, beyond merely practical tools. In this exhibition Ukiyo-e woodblock prints are on display which depict people using Tenugui towels. We also have pairings of Ukiyo-e prints and Tenugui towels both indicating everything special in Japanese summer. Fireworks\, boating\, fresh water bathing\, firefly catching ― summer heat could have been turned into enjoyment and something to be culturally appreciated. \nOne of the special summer tradition has been spooky stories of ghosts and Yōkai monsters. In the hot humid nights\, those stories are supposed to make spectators feel chilled. And those creatures are the most attractive subjects which appear on both Tenugui and Ukiyo-e prints. \nJoin us at The Japan Foundation\, Toronto in the celebration of magnificent summer! \n\nAdmission: FREE Advanced\, time-specific reservations are recommended. \nBook Your Visit Here \nHand-sanitization at the entry and wearing face-coverings on our premises are recommended. \nGallery Hours: Open on Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, Fridays\, and Saturdays. Hourly timeslots starting at 11:30 am\, 12:30 pm\, 1:30pm\, 2:30 pm\, 3:30 pm (4:30 pm and 5:30 pm on Thursdays) \n* Closed on Sundays\, Mondays\, Wednesdays\, Select Saturdays\, and Public Holidays:August 1 – 3 (Civic Holiday Weekend) \nExhibition Period: June 4 – August 29\, 2026 \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
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/summer-tenugui-towels/2026-08-25/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260824T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260824T203000
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SUMMARY:Japanese Tadoku Book Club (August 24\, 2026)
DESCRIPTION:  \nMonday August 24 | 7:30pm – 8:30pm ET | Online \nLet’s enjoy reading in Japanese and talk about the books! \nWhat is “Tadoku”? \nThe word “ta” (多) means “a lot” and “doku” (読) means “to read”\, so “tadoku” literally means “read-a-lot”. You can read books suitable to your Japanese reading level. Start with easy books you can enjoy without using a dictionary! \nFor this book club event\, you will read online books at your own pace on your own schedule before the session\, and prepare Tadoku Journal entries. During the book club event\, we will start with a 5-minute introduction and then provide 20 minutes of silent reading. Finally\, you will be divided into small groups to share about the books you read\, either in English or Japanese\, for 30 minutes. \nParticipation Requirements:　Basic Japanese proficiency preferred.  Advanced-level Japanese learners and native Japanese speakers are welcome to join too! \nPlease refer to the Guidance for Online Tadokukai and Reading Journal files for more details! Even if you are not available to join this book club event\, you are more than welcome to read the online books listed in the guidance file!  \n Deadline: August 20\, while spots are available.  As this event will be held in the JFT’s Virtual Study Space (VSS)\, new users of this platform are required to register for and attend an orientation prior to the book club event – please register for VSS here: https://tr.jpf.go.jp/language/jft-virtual-study-space \n*To provide for an effective sharing session\, this event is limited to 24 participants. In case you need to cancel your registration\, please email us at koza_jftoronto@jpf.go.jp\, so that the spot can be provided to another participant. Thank you for your cooperation! \nFor Inquiries: Please contact koza_jftoronto@jpf.go.jp.
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/japanese-tadoku-20260824/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Language Class
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SUMMARY:Summer Tenugui Towels: Fireworks\, Fireflies\, and Yōkai Monsters
DESCRIPTION:夏の手拭い展：花火と蛍と妖怪と \nSummer must be the most active season for Tenugui towels. In order to survive through the extreme heat and humidity of summer in Japan\, all kinds of customs\, culture\, and rituals have been created and developed. Tenugui towels were one of the tools to cope with summer in a practical way. \nTenugui are towels made of bleached cotton\, approximately 34 cm wide and 90 cm in length. The word literally means “a hand wiping cloth.” In the 17th century\, when the production of cotton increased dramatically in Japan\, people benefitted from the rich supply of cotton cloth for use in their daily lives. Individual towels were used for a remarkable number of purposes not only for wiping and cleaning\, but also for wrapping and wearing\, and even as advertising tools. \nAt this point we can see Tenugui as the reflection of the culture and lifestyle\, too\, beyond merely practical tools. In this exhibition Ukiyo-e woodblock prints are on display which depict people using Tenugui towels. We also have pairings of Ukiyo-e prints and Tenugui towels both indicating everything special in Japanese summer. Fireworks\, boating\, fresh water bathing\, firefly catching ― summer heat could have been turned into enjoyment and something to be culturally appreciated. \nOne of the special summer tradition has been spooky stories of ghosts and Yōkai monsters. In the hot humid nights\, those stories are supposed to make spectators feel chilled. And those creatures are the most attractive subjects which appear on both Tenugui and Ukiyo-e prints. \nJoin us at The Japan Foundation\, Toronto in the celebration of magnificent summer! \n\nAdmission: FREE Advanced\, time-specific reservations are recommended. \nBook Your Visit Here \nHand-sanitization at the entry and wearing face-coverings on our premises are recommended. \nGallery Hours: Open on Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, Fridays\, and Saturdays. Hourly timeslots starting at 11:30 am\, 12:30 pm\, 1:30pm\, 2:30 pm\, 3:30 pm (4:30 pm and 5:30 pm on Thursdays) \n* Closed on Sundays\, Mondays\, Wednesdays\, Select Saturdays\, and Public Holidays:August 1 – 3 (Civic Holiday Weekend) \nExhibition Period: June 4 – August 29\, 2026 \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
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/summer-tenugui-towels/2026-08-22/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260821T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260821T193000
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SUMMARY:Bring Your Own Bento: Japanese Language and Culture Talk (August 21\, 2026)
DESCRIPTION:  \nFriday August 21\, 2026  \n12:00 pm – 1:00 pm ET In Person @ The Japan Foundation\, Toronto  \n6:30pm – 7:30 pm ET Online (Zoom) \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 where we will introduce words and expressions to get you started on the path to learning Japanese! All levels of Japanese learners are welcome to join too! \nWe will hold 2 sessions providing the same content: in-person at the Japan Foundation\, Toronto during the lunch hour (12:00-1:00 pm ET) and online in the evening (6:30-7:30 pm ET). If you are near the Yonge/Bloor area in Toronto\, why not stop by during your lunch break and learn more about Japanese language and interesting cultural information? Or join us on Zoom in the evening if that better suits your schedule/location. These sessions are B.Y.O.B. (“bring your own bento“)\, so please feel free to bring your lunch/dinner with you! \nIn this session\, we will cover the topic of “Onsen (Hot Springs)“. Come join us and learn Japanese words and phrases related to hot springs in Japan\, along with interesting facts about this theme! You’ll also learn how to put on a yukata – a summer kimono that is typically worn at hot spring inns. In-person participants will have the opportunity to try wearing a yukata after the talk! \nThe sessions are free to join but registration is required. Please let us know if you will be joining us using the button below. \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.\nParticipants are not to record\, photograph\, or take screen captures of the event.\nBy registering for and attending the event\, participants acknowledge that they have read\, understood\, and agree to the above Terms and Conditions.\n\nPlease note that registration will take place on Eventbrite – please choose the ticket type corresponding to the timeslot (in-person for 12:00-1:00pm ET\, online for 6:30-7:30pm ET). \n**The Zoom meeting link for the online session will be sent to the email address used for registration\, a few days prior to the event.  Please note that the Zoom meeting is not connected to Eventbrite – please join the online session via the Zoom link in the email message. Thank you for your understanding. \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/byob-20260821/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260821T113000
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SUMMARY:Summer Tenugui Towels: Fireworks\, Fireflies\, and Yōkai Monsters
DESCRIPTION:夏の手拭い展：花火と蛍と妖怪と \nSummer must be the most active season for Tenugui towels. In order to survive through the extreme heat and humidity of summer in Japan\, all kinds of customs\, culture\, and rituals have been created and developed. Tenugui towels were one of the tools to cope with summer in a practical way. \nTenugui are towels made of bleached cotton\, approximately 34 cm wide and 90 cm in length. The word literally means “a hand wiping cloth.” In the 17th century\, when the production of cotton increased dramatically in Japan\, people benefitted from the rich supply of cotton cloth for use in their daily lives. Individual towels were used for a remarkable number of purposes not only for wiping and cleaning\, but also for wrapping and wearing\, and even as advertising tools. \nAt this point we can see Tenugui as the reflection of the culture and lifestyle\, too\, beyond merely practical tools. In this exhibition Ukiyo-e woodblock prints are on display which depict people using Tenugui towels. We also have pairings of Ukiyo-e prints and Tenugui towels both indicating everything special in Japanese summer. Fireworks\, boating\, fresh water bathing\, firefly catching ― summer heat could have been turned into enjoyment and something to be culturally appreciated. \nOne of the special summer tradition has been spooky stories of ghosts and Yōkai monsters. In the hot humid nights\, those stories are supposed to make spectators feel chilled. And those creatures are the most attractive subjects which appear on both Tenugui and Ukiyo-e prints. \nJoin us at The Japan Foundation\, Toronto in the celebration of magnificent summer! \n\nAdmission: FREE Advanced\, time-specific reservations are recommended. \nBook Your Visit Here \nHand-sanitization at the entry and wearing face-coverings on our premises are recommended. \nGallery Hours: Open on Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, Fridays\, and Saturdays. Hourly timeslots starting at 11:30 am\, 12:30 pm\, 1:30pm\, 2:30 pm\, 3:30 pm (4:30 pm and 5:30 pm on Thursdays) \n* Closed on Sundays\, Mondays\, Wednesdays\, Select Saturdays\, and Public Holidays:August 1 – 3 (Civic Holiday Weekend) \nExhibition Period: June 4 – August 29\, 2026 \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
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/summer-tenugui-towels/2026-08-21/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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SUMMARY:A Girl Missing (film screening)
DESCRIPTION:A Girl Missing \nよこがお \nThursday\, August 20*\, 6:00PM (ET) \nDoors open 5:30PM | Film Screening | In-Person | JFT Event Hall \nDirected by FUKADA Koji • 2019 • Drama • 111 minutes • Presented in Japanese with English subtitles • Trailer\n \nIchiko has devoted years of her life to caring for the elderly matriarch of a family she has grown close to. But when a shocking crime happens\, her life begins to unravel in ways she could never have anticipated. \nTold through a shifting narrative that blurs past and present\, A Girl Missing crafts a quietly devastating portrait of a woman caught in the ripple effects of scandal. \nPart of our Contemporary Japanese Cinema Spotlight series. \n*Please note\, this screening has been re-scheduled to Thursday\, August 20 and the registration open date has been changed too.  \n  \nFree admission. Registration required. \nRegistration for this event is now full. 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*If you would like to inquire about accessibility or share any accommodation needs\, please email us at <info_jftoronto@jpf.go.jp> in advance of the event. \n\nDirector Profile: \n \nFUKADA Koji (深田 晃司) is a Japanese film director and screenwriter. Born in Tokyo\, Fukada had a father who was a film aficionado and he watched many films on VHS when he was young. Fukada enrolled in a film school while attending university. In 2005\, he joined the production unit of the theater company\, “Seinen-dan\,” led by renowned playwright HIRATA Oriza. This connection has remained central to his early work\, with Fukada adapting Hirata’s play and casting the company’s actors in his films.  \nFukada began gaining recognition with early works such as Human Comedy in Tokyo (2008) and Hospitalité (2010)\, which were screened at the Osaka Asian Film Festival as part of a special program highlighting his emerging talent. His subsequent films\, Au revoir l’été (2013) and Sayonara (2015)\, were both selected for the main competition at the Tokyo International Film Festival\, further establishing his international presence. \nIn 2016\, Fukada’s film Harmonium was selected for the Un Certain Regard section at the Cannes Film Festival. It received critical acclaim and won the Jury Prize\, establishing him as one of Japan’s most distinctive contemporary auteurs. More recently\, his film LOVE LIFE was selected for the main competition at the Venice International Film Festival in 2022\, and Love On Trial premiered at the Cannes Film Festival in 2025. His latest film\, Nagi Notes\, had its world premiere at the main competition of the 2026 Cannes Film Festival.
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/a-girl-missing/
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:Summer Tenugui Towels: Fireworks\, Fireflies\, and Yōkai Monsters
DESCRIPTION:夏の手拭い展：花火と蛍と妖怪と \nSummer must be the most active season for Tenugui towels. In order to survive through the extreme heat and humidity of summer in Japan\, all kinds of customs\, culture\, and rituals have been created and developed. Tenugui towels were one of the tools to cope with summer in a practical way. \nTenugui are towels made of bleached cotton\, approximately 34 cm wide and 90 cm in length. The word literally means “a hand wiping cloth.” In the 17th century\, when the production of cotton increased dramatically in Japan\, people benefitted from the rich supply of cotton cloth for use in their daily lives. Individual towels were used for a remarkable number of purposes not only for wiping and cleaning\, but also for wrapping and wearing\, and even as advertising tools. \nAt this point we can see Tenugui as the reflection of the culture and lifestyle\, too\, beyond merely practical tools. In this exhibition Ukiyo-e woodblock prints are on display which depict people using Tenugui towels. We also have pairings of Ukiyo-e prints and Tenugui towels both indicating everything special in Japanese summer. Fireworks\, boating\, fresh water bathing\, firefly catching ― summer heat could have been turned into enjoyment and something to be culturally appreciated. \nOne of the special summer tradition has been spooky stories of ghosts and Yōkai monsters. In the hot humid nights\, those stories are supposed to make spectators feel chilled. And those creatures are the most attractive subjects which appear on both Tenugui and Ukiyo-e prints. \nJoin us at The Japan Foundation\, Toronto in the celebration of magnificent summer! \n\nAdmission: FREE Advanced\, time-specific reservations are recommended. \nBook Your Visit Here \nHand-sanitization at the entry and wearing face-coverings on our premises are recommended. \nGallery Hours: Open on Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, Fridays\, and Saturdays. Hourly timeslots starting at 11:30 am\, 12:30 pm\, 1:30pm\, 2:30 pm\, 3:30 pm (4:30 pm and 5:30 pm on Thursdays) \n* Closed on Sundays\, Mondays\, Wednesdays\, Select Saturdays\, and Public Holidays:August 1 – 3 (Civic Holiday Weekend) \nExhibition Period: June 4 – August 29\, 2026 \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
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/summer-tenugui-towels/2026-08-20/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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SUMMARY:Summer Tenugui Towels: Fireworks\, Fireflies\, and Yōkai Monsters
DESCRIPTION:夏の手拭い展：花火と蛍と妖怪と \nSummer must be the most active season for Tenugui towels. In order to survive through the extreme heat and humidity of summer in Japan\, all kinds of customs\, culture\, and rituals have been created and developed. Tenugui towels were one of the tools to cope with summer in a practical way. \nTenugui are towels made of bleached cotton\, approximately 34 cm wide and 90 cm in length. The word literally means “a hand wiping cloth.” In the 17th century\, when the production of cotton increased dramatically in Japan\, people benefitted from the rich supply of cotton cloth for use in their daily lives. Individual towels were used for a remarkable number of purposes not only for wiping and cleaning\, but also for wrapping and wearing\, and even as advertising tools. \nAt this point we can see Tenugui as the reflection of the culture and lifestyle\, too\, beyond merely practical tools. In this exhibition Ukiyo-e woodblock prints are on display which depict people using Tenugui towels. We also have pairings of Ukiyo-e prints and Tenugui towels both indicating everything special in Japanese summer. Fireworks\, boating\, fresh water bathing\, firefly catching ― summer heat could have been turned into enjoyment and something to be culturally appreciated. \nOne of the special summer tradition has been spooky stories of ghosts and Yōkai monsters. In the hot humid nights\, those stories are supposed to make spectators feel chilled. And those creatures are the most attractive subjects which appear on both Tenugui and Ukiyo-e prints. \nJoin us at The Japan Foundation\, Toronto in the celebration of magnificent summer! \n\nAdmission: FREE Advanced\, time-specific reservations are recommended. \nBook Your Visit Here \nHand-sanitization at the entry and wearing face-coverings on our premises are recommended. \nGallery Hours: Open on Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, Fridays\, and Saturdays. Hourly timeslots starting at 11:30 am\, 12:30 pm\, 1:30pm\, 2:30 pm\, 3:30 pm (4:30 pm and 5:30 pm on Thursdays) \n* Closed on Sundays\, Mondays\, Wednesdays\, Select Saturdays\, and Public Holidays:August 1 – 3 (Civic Holiday Weekend) \nExhibition Period: June 4 – August 29\, 2026 \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
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/summer-tenugui-towels/2026-08-18/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260817T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260817T170000
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SUMMARY:CAJLE2026 年次大会 プレカンファレンス 国際交流基金トロント日本文化センター（JFT）ツアー
DESCRIPTION:CAJLE 2026 年次大会 プレカンファレンス\n国際交流基金 トロント日本文化センター（JFT）ツアー \n \n  \nプレカンファレンスJFTツアーは、無料でどなたでも参加できます。JFTについての簡単な説明の後、図書館と現在行われている手ぬぐい展覧会にご案内いたします。登録フォームはこのページの最下部にあります。当日参加も可能ですので、お気軽にご参加ください。 \n日時：８月１７日（月）４：００ pm 〜 ５：００ pm \n会場：The Japan Foundation\, Toronto (2 Bloor St. E.\, Suite 300\, Toronto\, ON M4W 1A8) \n集合場所： \n\n４：００ pm に JFT 入り口\nまたは、３：３０ pm に East Asian Studies Lounge\, University of Toronto 集合
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/cajle2026-jft-tour/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Other JFT Events
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SUMMARY:Summer Tenugui Towels: Fireworks\, Fireflies\, and Yōkai Monsters
DESCRIPTION:夏の手拭い展：花火と蛍と妖怪と \nSummer must be the most active season for Tenugui towels. In order to survive through the extreme heat and humidity of summer in Japan\, all kinds of customs\, culture\, and rituals have been created and developed. Tenugui towels were one of the tools to cope with summer in a practical way. \nTenugui are towels made of bleached cotton\, approximately 34 cm wide and 90 cm in length. The word literally means “a hand wiping cloth.” In the 17th century\, when the production of cotton increased dramatically in Japan\, people benefitted from the rich supply of cotton cloth for use in their daily lives. Individual towels were used for a remarkable number of purposes not only for wiping and cleaning\, but also for wrapping and wearing\, and even as advertising tools. \nAt this point we can see Tenugui as the reflection of the culture and lifestyle\, too\, beyond merely practical tools. In this exhibition Ukiyo-e woodblock prints are on display which depict people using Tenugui towels. We also have pairings of Ukiyo-e prints and Tenugui towels both indicating everything special in Japanese summer. Fireworks\, boating\, fresh water bathing\, firefly catching ― summer heat could have been turned into enjoyment and something to be culturally appreciated. \nOne of the special summer tradition has been spooky stories of ghosts and Yōkai monsters. In the hot humid nights\, those stories are supposed to make spectators feel chilled. And those creatures are the most attractive subjects which appear on both Tenugui and Ukiyo-e prints. \nJoin us at The Japan Foundation\, Toronto in the celebration of magnificent summer! \n\nAdmission: FREE Advanced\, time-specific reservations are recommended. \nBook Your Visit Here \nHand-sanitization at the entry and wearing face-coverings on our premises are recommended. \nGallery Hours: Open on Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, Fridays\, and Saturdays. Hourly timeslots starting at 11:30 am\, 12:30 pm\, 1:30pm\, 2:30 pm\, 3:30 pm (4:30 pm and 5:30 pm on Thursdays) \n* Closed on Sundays\, Mondays\, Wednesdays\, Select Saturdays\, and Public Holidays:August 1 – 3 (Civic Holiday Weekend) \nExhibition Period: June 4 – August 29\, 2026 \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
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/summer-tenugui-towels/2026-08-15/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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SUMMARY:Summer Tenugui Towels: Fireworks\, Fireflies\, and Yōkai Monsters
DESCRIPTION:夏の手拭い展：花火と蛍と妖怪と \nSummer must be the most active season for Tenugui towels. In order to survive through the extreme heat and humidity of summer in Japan\, all kinds of customs\, culture\, and rituals have been created and developed. Tenugui towels were one of the tools to cope with summer in a practical way. \nTenugui are towels made of bleached cotton\, approximately 34 cm wide and 90 cm in length. The word literally means “a hand wiping cloth.” In the 17th century\, when the production of cotton increased dramatically in Japan\, people benefitted from the rich supply of cotton cloth for use in their daily lives. Individual towels were used for a remarkable number of purposes not only for wiping and cleaning\, but also for wrapping and wearing\, and even as advertising tools. \nAt this point we can see Tenugui as the reflection of the culture and lifestyle\, too\, beyond merely practical tools. In this exhibition Ukiyo-e woodblock prints are on display which depict people using Tenugui towels. We also have pairings of Ukiyo-e prints and Tenugui towels both indicating everything special in Japanese summer. Fireworks\, boating\, fresh water bathing\, firefly catching ― summer heat could have been turned into enjoyment and something to be culturally appreciated. \nOne of the special summer tradition has been spooky stories of ghosts and Yōkai monsters. In the hot humid nights\, those stories are supposed to make spectators feel chilled. And those creatures are the most attractive subjects which appear on both Tenugui and Ukiyo-e prints. \nJoin us at The Japan Foundation\, Toronto in the celebration of magnificent summer! \n\nAdmission: FREE Advanced\, time-specific reservations are recommended. \nBook Your Visit Here \nHand-sanitization at the entry and wearing face-coverings on our premises are recommended. \nGallery Hours: Open on Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, Fridays\, and Saturdays. Hourly timeslots starting at 11:30 am\, 12:30 pm\, 1:30pm\, 2:30 pm\, 3:30 pm (4:30 pm and 5:30 pm on Thursdays) \n* Closed on Sundays\, Mondays\, Wednesdays\, Select Saturdays\, and Public Holidays:August 1 – 3 (Civic Holiday Weekend) \nExhibition Period: June 4 – August 29\, 2026 \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
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/summer-tenugui-towels/2026-08-14/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260813T113000
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SUMMARY:Summer Tenugui Towels: Fireworks\, Fireflies\, and Yōkai Monsters
DESCRIPTION:夏の手拭い展：花火と蛍と妖怪と \nSummer must be the most active season for Tenugui towels. In order to survive through the extreme heat and humidity of summer in Japan\, all kinds of customs\, culture\, and rituals have been created and developed. Tenugui towels were one of the tools to cope with summer in a practical way. \nTenugui are towels made of bleached cotton\, approximately 34 cm wide and 90 cm in length. The word literally means “a hand wiping cloth.” In the 17th century\, when the production of cotton increased dramatically in Japan\, people benefitted from the rich supply of cotton cloth for use in their daily lives. Individual towels were used for a remarkable number of purposes not only for wiping and cleaning\, but also for wrapping and wearing\, and even as advertising tools. \nAt this point we can see Tenugui as the reflection of the culture and lifestyle\, too\, beyond merely practical tools. In this exhibition Ukiyo-e woodblock prints are on display which depict people using Tenugui towels. We also have pairings of Ukiyo-e prints and Tenugui towels both indicating everything special in Japanese summer. Fireworks\, boating\, fresh water bathing\, firefly catching ― summer heat could have been turned into enjoyment and something to be culturally appreciated. \nOne of the special summer tradition has been spooky stories of ghosts and Yōkai monsters. In the hot humid nights\, those stories are supposed to make spectators feel chilled. And those creatures are the most attractive subjects which appear on both Tenugui and Ukiyo-e prints. \nJoin us at The Japan Foundation\, Toronto in the celebration of magnificent summer! \n\nAdmission: FREE Advanced\, time-specific reservations are recommended. \nBook Your Visit Here \nHand-sanitization at the entry and wearing face-coverings on our premises are recommended. \nGallery Hours: Open on Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, Fridays\, and Saturdays. Hourly timeslots starting at 11:30 am\, 12:30 pm\, 1:30pm\, 2:30 pm\, 3:30 pm (4:30 pm and 5:30 pm on Thursdays) \n* Closed on Sundays\, Mondays\, Wednesdays\, Select Saturdays\, and Public Holidays:August 1 – 3 (Civic Holiday Weekend) \nExhibition Period: June 4 – August 29\, 2026 \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
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/summer-tenugui-towels/2026-08-13/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260811T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260811T200000
DTSTAMP:20260918T230746
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SUMMARY:Wheel of Fortune and Fantasy (film screening)
DESCRIPTION:Wheel of Fortune and Fantasy \n偶然と想像 \nTuesday\, August 11\, 6:00PM (ET) \nDoors open 5:30PM | Film Screening | In-Person | JFT Event Hall \nDirected by HAMAGUCHI Ryusuke • 2021 • Drama • 121 minutes • Presented in Japanese with English subtitles • Trailer \nAn unexpected love triangle\, a failed seduction trap and an encounter that results from a misunderstanding. Wheel of Fortune and Fantasy explores three female-centred short stories thematically linked by coincidence and imagination. \nThe film captures the unpredictability of relationships\, where conversations become turning points and small decisions cause lasting consequence. Winner of the Silver Bear Grand Jury Prize at the Berlin International Film Festival\, the film showcases Hamaguchi’s signature sensitivity to human connection. \nPart of our Contemporary Japanese Cinema Spotlight series. \n  \nFree admission. Registration required. \nRegistration for this event is now full. 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*If you would like to inquire about accessibility or share any accommodation needs\, please email us at <info_jftoronto@jpf.go.jp> in advance of the event. \n\nDirector Profile: \n \nHAMAGUCHI Ryusuke is one of the most acclaimed contemporary filmmakers in Japan\, known for his intimate explorations of human relationships. A graduate of Tokyo University and the Tokyo University of the Arts’ graduate film program\, Hamaguchi started gaining attention in his home country with the graduate film Passion (2008). He went on to gain international recognition with Happy Hour (2015)\, a quietly monumental five-hour portrait of four women navigating personal upheaval. \nHis breakout continued with Asako I & II (2018)\, which competed for the Palme d’Or at Cannes\, and was followed by Wheel of Fortune and Fantasy (2021)\, which won the Silver Bear Grand Jury Prize at the Berlinale. That same year\, Drive My Car premiered to widespread acclaim\, winning Best Screenplay at Cannes and the Academy Award for Best International Feature Film. Drive My Car was the first Japanese film to receive a Best Picture nomination\, and Hamaguchi became the third Japanese director to be nominated for an Oscar for Best Director.  \nHe followed with Evil Does Not Exist (2023)\, which also received widespread critical acclaim\, winning the Silver Lion Grand Jury Prize at Venice. His latest film\, All of a Sudden\, a France-Japan co-production\, premiered at the main competition of the 2026 Cannes Film Festival\, where the actresses shared the award for Best Actress. \n\n 
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/wheel-of-fortune-and-fantasy/
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:20260811T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260811T163000
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SUMMARY:Summer Tenugui Towels: Fireworks\, Fireflies\, and Yōkai Monsters
DESCRIPTION:夏の手拭い展：花火と蛍と妖怪と \nSummer must be the most active season for Tenugui towels. In order to survive through the extreme heat and humidity of summer in Japan\, all kinds of customs\, culture\, and rituals have been created and developed. Tenugui towels were one of the tools to cope with summer in a practical way. \nTenugui are towels made of bleached cotton\, approximately 34 cm wide and 90 cm in length. The word literally means “a hand wiping cloth.” In the 17th century\, when the production of cotton increased dramatically in Japan\, people benefitted from the rich supply of cotton cloth for use in their daily lives. Individual towels were used for a remarkable number of purposes not only for wiping and cleaning\, but also for wrapping and wearing\, and even as advertising tools. \nAt this point we can see Tenugui as the reflection of the culture and lifestyle\, too\, beyond merely practical tools. In this exhibition Ukiyo-e woodblock prints are on display which depict people using Tenugui towels. We also have pairings of Ukiyo-e prints and Tenugui towels both indicating everything special in Japanese summer. Fireworks\, boating\, fresh water bathing\, firefly catching ― summer heat could have been turned into enjoyment and something to be culturally appreciated. \nOne of the special summer tradition has been spooky stories of ghosts and Yōkai monsters. In the hot humid nights\, those stories are supposed to make spectators feel chilled. And those creatures are the most attractive subjects which appear on both Tenugui and Ukiyo-e prints. \nJoin us at The Japan Foundation\, Toronto in the celebration of magnificent summer! \n\nAdmission: FREE Advanced\, time-specific reservations are recommended. \nBook Your Visit Here \nHand-sanitization at the entry and wearing face-coverings on our premises are recommended. \nGallery Hours: Open on Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, Fridays\, and Saturdays. Hourly timeslots starting at 11:30 am\, 12:30 pm\, 1:30pm\, 2:30 pm\, 3:30 pm (4:30 pm and 5:30 pm on Thursdays) \n* Closed on Sundays\, Mondays\, Wednesdays\, Select Saturdays\, and Public Holidays:August 1 – 3 (Civic Holiday Weekend) \nExhibition Period: June 4 – August 29\, 2026 \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
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/summer-tenugui-towels/2026-08-11/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260810T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260830T170000
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SUMMARY:Online Hiragana & Katakana Boot Camps (2026 Summer)
DESCRIPTION:Online Hiragana & Katakana Boot Camps  \n   \n  \nLooking for something to do this summer?  \nLook no further. Join both or one of our online self-study boot camps and learn/practice the Japanese alphabets in your own time!  \n  \nWhat is this about?  \nWhether you are a complete beginner or just want to brush up on your Hiragana and/or Katakana skills\, we invite you to join one or both of 2 course offerings: one for Hiragana\, and one for Katakana.\nThese are two structured self-study courses where you can learn and practice the Japanese alphabets using free resources\, learning apps\, and online games\, as well as exercises developed by us.  \nCourse duration: From Monday August 10 to Sunday August 30*  <<Those who finish all the tasks by August 30 will be entered into a draw to win prizes! >>\n* The Hiragana Boot Camp and Katakana Boot Camp both have the same duration.\n* August 30 is the recommended end date. Course content will still be available to participants for review beyond August 30.  \n\nFree \n\n\nCan be done by students from all levels \n\n\nHas lots of practice materials catering to different preferences\, around 5-10 minutes each \n\n\nExercises are divided into stages and are available in the form of assignments/tasks on Google Classroom \n\n\nTrack your progress \n\n\nTo be done over 21 days\, ideally for 5-10 minutes everyday \n\nRegistration Deadline: Wednesday August 5  \n  \nHow to Join:  \n\nSee the orientation slides here to know what this is about.\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 Google 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. \nAfter receiving your registration\, we will add you to the Google Classroom and the details will be provided to you via email a few days before the start of the boot camps. \n\nParticipation Requirements:  \n\nAny adult (18 or older) in Canada who is interested in learning or practicing the Japanese alphabets \n\n\nMust have or be willing to create a Google account to be added to Google Classroom (per the instructions listed in the section above) \n\n\nSome of the exercises will require the use of these mobile apps created by the Japan Foundation: Hiragana Memory Hint (iOS | Android) and Katakana Memory Hint (iOS | Android) \n\n  \nFor inquiries:  koza_jftoronto@jpf.go.jp. 
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/online-hiragana-katakana-2026/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Language Class
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260808T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260808T143000
DTSTAMP:20260918T230746
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SUMMARY:JFT Online Workshop for Japanese Language Teachers: 漢字・漢字語彙学習を考える＜１＞
DESCRIPTION:JFTオンライン日本語教師のための勉強会\n漢字・漢字語彙学習を考える＜１＞\n  \n \n  \n日本語教育の現場における漢字指導は、教師のビリーフが大きく反映される領域の一つです。みなさんはどのように漢字・漢字語彙を取り上げ、教室活動につなげていますか。 \n今回の勉強会では、デジタル時代の今、モニターやスクリーンを通して見ている漢字（文字）に何が起こっているかについて取り上げます。参加者のみなさんには、具体的な資料をていねいに見る作業を行いながら、グループでディスカッションをしていただきます。私たちの生活において日々デジタル化が加速する中で、デジタルで表される漢字をより深く理解し、個々の先生方がご自身の教育現場に還元できることは何かを考える機会にしていただければと思います。 \n本勉強会は漢字・漢字語彙学習について興味のある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。今回は勉強会終了後に漢字・漢字語彙学習に関する座談会の時間を設けました。ぜひこの機会にご自身の実践や他の先生方に聞いてみたい質問などお持ち寄りくださり、気軽に共有してください。 \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：２０２６年８月８日（土）１：００ pm ～ ２：３０ pm（東部夏時間） \n勉強会： １：００ pm ～ ２：３０ pm（東部夏時間）　※  勉強会のみのご出席でも問題ありません。\n座談会： ２：３０ pm ～ ３：００ pm（同上） \nスケジュール：（当日変更の可能性があります） \n\nはじめに\n文字コードで表される漢字の世界\n文字コードで表しきれない漢字の世界\n日本語教師ができること？\n（座談会）漢字・漢字語彙学習に関するディスカッション\n\n対象者：日本語教師で、以下に同意される方（定員３０名まで） \n※ グループワーク中はカメラオンでディスカッションに参加できる人（聴講のみは不可）\n※ PCで参加できる人（スマホ、タブレットでの参加は不可）\n＊ お申し込みが定員を超える場合は、カナダ在住で現在教えていらっしゃる方を優先しますので、予めご了承願います。 \n案内役：小室リー郁子（トロント大学） \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/workshop260808/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Teachers’ Workshops
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SUMMARY:Summer Tenugui Towels: Fireworks\, Fireflies\, and Yōkai Monsters
DESCRIPTION:夏の手拭い展：花火と蛍と妖怪と \nSummer must be the most active season for Tenugui towels. In order to survive through the extreme heat and humidity of summer in Japan\, all kinds of customs\, culture\, and rituals have been created and developed. Tenugui towels were one of the tools to cope with summer in a practical way. \nTenugui are towels made of bleached cotton\, approximately 34 cm wide and 90 cm in length. The word literally means “a hand wiping cloth.” In the 17th century\, when the production of cotton increased dramatically in Japan\, people benefitted from the rich supply of cotton cloth for use in their daily lives. Individual towels were used for a remarkable number of purposes not only for wiping and cleaning\, but also for wrapping and wearing\, and even as advertising tools. \nAt this point we can see Tenugui as the reflection of the culture and lifestyle\, too\, beyond merely practical tools. In this exhibition Ukiyo-e woodblock prints are on display which depict people using Tenugui towels. We also have pairings of Ukiyo-e prints and Tenugui towels both indicating everything special in Japanese summer. Fireworks\, boating\, fresh water bathing\, firefly catching ― summer heat could have been turned into enjoyment and something to be culturally appreciated. \nOne of the special summer tradition has been spooky stories of ghosts and Yōkai monsters. In the hot humid nights\, those stories are supposed to make spectators feel chilled. And those creatures are the most attractive subjects which appear on both Tenugui and Ukiyo-e prints. \nJoin us at The Japan Foundation\, Toronto in the celebration of magnificent summer! \n\nAdmission: FREE Advanced\, time-specific reservations are recommended. \nBook Your Visit Here \nHand-sanitization at the entry and wearing face-coverings on our premises are recommended. \nGallery Hours: Open on Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, Fridays\, and Saturdays. Hourly timeslots starting at 11:30 am\, 12:30 pm\, 1:30pm\, 2:30 pm\, 3:30 pm (4:30 pm and 5:30 pm on Thursdays) \n* Closed on Sundays\, Mondays\, Wednesdays\, Select Saturdays\, and Public Holidays:August 1 – 3 (Civic Holiday Weekend) \nExhibition Period: June 4 – August 29\, 2026 \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
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/summer-tenugui-towels/2026-08-08/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260807T113000
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SUMMARY:Summer Tenugui Towels: Fireworks\, Fireflies\, and Yōkai Monsters
DESCRIPTION:夏の手拭い展：花火と蛍と妖怪と \nSummer must be the most active season for Tenugui towels. In order to survive through the extreme heat and humidity of summer in Japan\, all kinds of customs\, culture\, and rituals have been created and developed. Tenugui towels were one of the tools to cope with summer in a practical way. \nTenugui are towels made of bleached cotton\, approximately 34 cm wide and 90 cm in length. The word literally means “a hand wiping cloth.” In the 17th century\, when the production of cotton increased dramatically in Japan\, people benefitted from the rich supply of cotton cloth for use in their daily lives. Individual towels were used for a remarkable number of purposes not only for wiping and cleaning\, but also for wrapping and wearing\, and even as advertising tools. \nAt this point we can see Tenugui as the reflection of the culture and lifestyle\, too\, beyond merely practical tools. In this exhibition Ukiyo-e woodblock prints are on display which depict people using Tenugui towels. We also have pairings of Ukiyo-e prints and Tenugui towels both indicating everything special in Japanese summer. Fireworks\, boating\, fresh water bathing\, firefly catching ― summer heat could have been turned into enjoyment and something to be culturally appreciated. \nOne of the special summer tradition has been spooky stories of ghosts and Yōkai monsters. In the hot humid nights\, those stories are supposed to make spectators feel chilled. And those creatures are the most attractive subjects which appear on both Tenugui and Ukiyo-e prints. \nJoin us at The Japan Foundation\, Toronto in the celebration of magnificent summer! \n\nAdmission: FREE Advanced\, time-specific reservations are recommended. \nBook Your Visit Here \nHand-sanitization at the entry and wearing face-coverings on our premises are recommended. \nGallery Hours: Open on Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, Fridays\, and Saturdays. Hourly timeslots starting at 11:30 am\, 12:30 pm\, 1:30pm\, 2:30 pm\, 3:30 pm (4:30 pm and 5:30 pm on Thursdays) \n* Closed on Sundays\, Mondays\, Wednesdays\, Select Saturdays\, and Public Holidays:August 1 – 3 (Civic Holiday Weekend) \nExhibition Period: June 4 – August 29\, 2026 \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
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/summer-tenugui-towels/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260806T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260806T200000
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SUMMARY:2026 Virtual Japanese Study Fair
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n  \nAre you interested in studying Japanese but don’t know where to begin? Have you already started learning Japanese and are looking for a place to continue? Are you looking for a Japanese heritage language program for your child? \nJoin our annual Japanese Study Fair online from anywhere in Canada! This time\, Japanese language schools in Ontario as well as schools offering online Japanese classes accessible from all over Canada will be joining to introduce their programs and answer your questions.  \nOur virtual event will be held over Zoom\, and will involve short presentations from the participating schools and then time for Q&A at the end. You will learn about different class offerings for both adults and children/youth!  \n   \nDate and time: Thursday\, August 6 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm EDT  \nZoom meeting accessible from 6:20 pm. *End time is approximate.  \nThe Zoom meeting link will be sent to registrants via email the day prior to the event. \n*A recording of the presentations is now available on the JFT’s YouTube channel. Please watch the video here. \nParticipating Organizations *subject to change  \n\nHansa Language Centre Canada\nJapanese Canadian Cultural Centre\nNikka Gakuen\nSeneca Polytechnic \n\n2026 Flyer\n\n\nToronto Japanese Language School\n\n2026 Flyer\n\n\n\n\nUniversity of Toronto School of Continuing Studies\n\n\nThe Japan Foundation\, Toronto \n\n  \nOther Organizations in Canada  \n\nNihongo Lounge \n\n2026 Flyer\n\n\n\n\nTanoshii Japanese School\n\n2026 Flyer \n\n\n\n\nToronto Catholic District School Board (registration will start in September) \n\nVideo\n2025-26 Flyer (2026-27 flyer will be available in September)\n\n\n\n  \nPlease RSVP for the event using the form below.  \nPlease feel free to familiarize yourself with how to use Zoom before joining the event: https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us.  \n  \nInquiries about the event: koza_jftoronto@jpf.go.jp  \nFor inquiries related to other organizations listed above\, please contact the institutions directly. Thank you. \n 
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/studyfair2026/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Language Class
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SUMMARY:Summer Tenugui Towels: Fireworks\, Fireflies\, and Yōkai Monsters
DESCRIPTION:夏の手拭い展：花火と蛍と妖怪と \nSummer must be the most active season for Tenugui towels. In order to survive through the extreme heat and humidity of summer in Japan\, all kinds of customs\, culture\, and rituals have been created and developed. Tenugui towels were one of the tools to cope with summer in a practical way. \nTenugui are towels made of bleached cotton\, approximately 34 cm wide and 90 cm in length. The word literally means “a hand wiping cloth.” In the 17th century\, when the production of cotton increased dramatically in Japan\, people benefitted from the rich supply of cotton cloth for use in their daily lives. Individual towels were used for a remarkable number of purposes not only for wiping and cleaning\, but also for wrapping and wearing\, and even as advertising tools. \nAt this point we can see Tenugui as the reflection of the culture and lifestyle\, too\, beyond merely practical tools. In this exhibition Ukiyo-e woodblock prints are on display which depict people using Tenugui towels. We also have pairings of Ukiyo-e prints and Tenugui towels both indicating everything special in Japanese summer. Fireworks\, boating\, fresh water bathing\, firefly catching ― summer heat could have been turned into enjoyment and something to be culturally appreciated. \nOne of the special summer tradition has been spooky stories of ghosts and Yōkai monsters. In the hot humid nights\, those stories are supposed to make spectators feel chilled. And those creatures are the most attractive subjects which appear on both Tenugui and Ukiyo-e prints. \nJoin us at The Japan Foundation\, Toronto in the celebration of magnificent summer! \n\nAdmission: FREE Advanced\, time-specific reservations are recommended. \nBook Your Visit Here \nHand-sanitization at the entry and wearing face-coverings on our premises are recommended. \nGallery Hours: Open on Tuesdays\, Thursdays\, Fridays\, and Saturdays. Hourly timeslots starting at 11:30 am\, 12:30 pm\, 1:30pm\, 2:30 pm\, 3:30 pm (4:30 pm and 5:30 pm on Thursdays) \n* Closed on Sundays\, Mondays\, Wednesdays\, Select Saturdays\, and Public Holidays:August 1 – 3 (Civic Holiday Weekend) \nExhibition Period: June 4 – August 29\, 2026 \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
URL:https://tr.jpf.go.jp/event/summer-tenugui-towels/2026-08-06/
LOCATION:The Japan Foundation\, Toronto\, 2 Bloor St. East\, 3rd Floor\, Toronto\, ON\, M4W 1A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Exhibition
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