MAMESHIBA 幼獣マメシバ Directed by Kamei Toru (109 min.) 2009 A touching story about a reclusive 32-year-old man, Jiro, who is out of work and lives at home with his parents. After tragedy hits the family, his mother runs away and leaves … Continue reading →
Both Japan and Canada have diverse Indigenous communities with rich cultures and traditions. Join us in the Japan Foundation, Toronto Event Hall for presentations and a panel discussion among members and supporters of Indigenous groups from both countries who will … Continue reading →
Bring Your Own Bento Drop-In Film Screening Saga-Nishiki Weaving: The Art of KOGA Fumi September 27, 12:00 PM (Doors Open), film starts 12:15 PM Free Admission @JFT, RSVP suggested but not required Documentary, Sakura Motion Picture (2017) 30 Minutes Japanese … Continue reading →
To celebrate the launch of Monkey Business Volume 7, the Monkey Business team will gather in the Japan Foundation, Toronto Event Hall with four special guest authors. The event is a cross-cultural discussion between the Canadian and Japanese authors: … Continue reading →
Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters Two screenings. Please register at bottom Tuesday, September 19, 2017, 6:30-8:45 PM Monday, September 25, 2017, 6:30-8:45 PM Director: Paul Schrader (121 min.) 1985 Cinematography: John Bailey Production design Eiko Ishioka Costume design Eiko … Continue reading →
The Japan Foundation, Toronto is offering a general Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) information session in Toronto, on Monday, September 18th from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm. This session will provide a general overview of the exam and registration process, without focusing on specific levels, … Continue reading →
September 6 – December 20, 2017 Graphic Liberation of Gender: Eiko Ishioka Poster Exhibition The late Eiko Ishioka (1938-2012) established her fame as a designer in films, starting with Mishima: A Life in Four Chapters (1985) directed by Paul Schrader. … Continue reading →
Fighting Spirit in Baseball Films Kokoyakyu: High School Baseball *Special draw prize from Spark Slugger Baseball Bats (made in Japan)! Director Ken Eng, 2006 (60 min.) Japanese with English subtitles In conjunction with the U-18 Baseball World Cup … Continue reading →
Aug 30 - Join us for BYOB Free Lunchtime film screening - See the massive crowds at the summer festivals in Kyoto and Tohoku region.
Are you interested in studying Japanese but don’t know where to begin? Do you understand some Japanese but are looking to put your skills to the test? Come to the Japan Foundation, Toronto for our Japanese Study Fair! Japanese language schools … Continue reading →
