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Wed, Aug 19OnlineThe designers behind two up-and-coming fashion labels will discuss their approaches to honoring traditional Japanese textiles and techniques through contemporary practices that span Japan, the US, and Europe.
Fri, Aug 21Venture Café CambridgeJapan Society of Boston and CIC Japan Desk invite you to an evening of fun, food, and networking with local Japan-connected professionals. Join us to make new connections and celebrate the end of summer.
Wed, Aug 26OnlineThe JSB Book Club will meet in August to discuss "The Temple of Dawn" by Yukio Mishima, the third novel in The Sea of Fertility tetralogy, in which a brilliant lawyer seeks to discover whether a young Thai princess is the reincarnated spirit of his childhood friend. (Open to JSB Members only)
Tue, Sep 15OnlineJoin us for a conversation on mixed-race identity and belonging featuring acclaimed filmmaker Megumi Nishikura.
Tue, Sep 22Fenway ParkJoin the Boston Red Sox and the Japan Society of Boston in celebrating Japanese heritage and culture at Fenway Park and receive a special Japan themed jersey!
Wed, Sep 30OnlineThe JSB Film Club will meet in September to discuss Moving (1993), a poignant family drama from director Shinji Sōmai. (Open to JSB Members only)
Sat, Oct 03Julio's LiquorsJoin us at New England’s largest sake celebration to taste nearly 100 exceptional varieties, learn from experts, and connect with other local sake enthusiasts!
Wed, Oct 28OnlineThe JSB Book Club will meet in October to discuss "Sisters in Yellow" by Mieko Kawakami, one of this year's most noteworthy new works in translated Japanese fiction. (Open to JSB Members only)
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Jan 31, 2026, 11:00 AM – Aug 23, 2026, 4:00 PM
Smith College Museum of Art, 20 Elm St, Northampton, MA 01063, USA
This installation explores how artisans in Japan utilized materials and handcrafted techniques to forge social relationships and engage with the world around them, featuring lacquerware, ceramics, bamboo baskets, and metalwork from the eighteenth- through twenty-first centuries.
May 23, 2026, 10:00 AM – Oct 04, 2026, 5:00 PM
RISD Museum, 20 N Main St, Providence, RI 02903, USA
This exhibition reunites two rare albums of surimono (privately commissioned Japanese woodblock prints) from the 1820s–1830s, featuring richly crafted prints and playful poetry that illuminate Japan’s artistic and literary culture of the period.
Aug 11, 2026, 6:15 PM – Aug 20, 2026, 9:00 PM
Coolidge Corner Theatre, 290 Harvard St, Brookline, MA 02446, USA
[JSB Member Discount] The Coolidge Corner Theatre will show this film by Kiyoshi Kurosawa, based on Honobu Yonezawa's novel, in which Lord Murashige finds himself besieged within the walls of his own castle and must outwit his enemies and uncover the truth in a race against time.
Aug 14, 2026, 10:00 AM – Aug 16, 2026, 2:00 PM
Rockwell Park, 162 Thames St, Bristol, RI 02809, USA
Taiko drumming, martial arts, dance, and music. Experience Japanese culture up close and live. Honoring Japan and Rhode Island’s historic ties. Celebrate culture, learning, and community together.
Aug 14, 2026, 5:30 PM – Aug 16, 2026, 10:00 PM
China Trade Gate, John F Fitzgerald Surface Rd &, Beach St, Boston, MA 02111, USA
Films at the Gate (FATG) is the Asian Community Development Corporation’s (ACDC)
annual 3-day film festival, planned and executed by the A-VOYCE youth. Watch kung fu films
under the stars, enjoy live performances, and participate in fun activities. Event is open to the
public and enjoyable for all.
Aug 15, 2026, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Highrock Covenant Church - Arlington, 14 Mill St, Arlington, MA 02476, USA
The Boston Kimono Festival Organization is a fundraising group founded by Kayo Walsh and Seiko Kitagawa. Their mission is to support children’s health research through kimono related events in Boston area.
Aug 22, 2026, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Newton City Hall, City Hall Auditorium, 1000 Commonwealth Ave, Newton Centre, MA 02459, USA
Featuring Asian street foods; handmade crafts & artisan gifts; cultural performances; fun
activities for families; as well as fashion & home décor, and lifestyle products. Hosted by
Nathika Thai-America Cultural Foundation and Nathika Events LLC.
Aug 23, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
New England Movement Arts, 123 Muller Rd, Burlington, MA 01803, USA
This beginner-friendly workshop offers a chance to experience the excitement of Japanese ensemble drumming. Meet new people, make some noise, and discover the joy of creating music together. By the end of the workshop, you'll be playing a taiko song. No experience necessary!
Aug 23, 2026, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
271 Park Ave, 271 Park Ave, Portland, ME 04102, USA
The Portland Sea Dogs are excited to celebrate their connection with Japan on Sunday, August 23rd. They are partnering with several local groups for Japan Heritage Day, featuring performances by Taiko Dojo Drummers, guest speakers, and even an opportunity to win a trip to Tokyo from Japan Air.
Aug 25, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Zoom
This workshop is designed to help you put your best foot forward as you prepare your JET application, including how to approach your Statement of Purpose.
Aug 29, 2026, 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
ISF Trading, 390 Commercial St, Portland, ME 04101, USA
Taiko Maine Dojo is a community taiko drumming group from Portland, Maine. Founded in 2006, we seek to share Japanese culture via the unifying spirit of kumi-daiko. Taiko Maine Dojo has members from all walks of life and cultural backgrounds.
Aug 30, 2026, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM
New England Movement Arts, 123 Muller Rd, Burlington, MA 01803, USA
This beginner-friendly workshop offers a chance to experience the excitement of Japanese ensemble drumming. Meet new people, make some noise, and discover the joy of creating music together. By the end of the workshop, you'll be playing a taiko song. No experience necessary!
Aug 30, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Brookline Booksmith, 279 Harvard St, Brookline, MA 02446, USA
In this picture book, a determined flying forest creature looks for light and discovers the glow of
its bioluminescent neighbors.
Sep 05, 2026, 10:00 AM – May 16, 2027, 5:00 PM
Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, 465 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA 02115, USA
Naoko Matsubara creates bold, expressive woodblock prints depicting everything from nature and motherhood to music, dance, and theater. This exhibition celebrates the artist’s storied career, now in its seventh decade, by focusing on specific locations that have been transformative for her practice.
Sep 05, 2026, 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Brattle Street & Church Street, Brattle St & Church St, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA
Following the massive success of last year’s inaugural celebration at Brattle Plaza, the Harvard Square Asian Night Market returns for its second year on Saturday, Sept. 5, 2026.
Sep 26, 2026, 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
The Iron Horse, 18 Center St, Northampton, MA 01060, USA
Minyo Crusaders, a Tokyo-based 12-piece ensemble, reimagine the indigenous Japanese musical tradition through an expansive palette of global rhythms, from cumbia and reggae to Afro-Caribbean and African styles.
Oct 10, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Cary Memorial Hall, 1605 Massachusetts Ave, Lexington, MA 02420, USA
Ryukyukoku Matsuri Daiko (RMD) is a group that shares the vibrant culture of Okinawa through eisa: a high-energy folk dance characterized by powerful drumming and synchronized movements. This anniversary performance will bring talent from all around the world to spotlight Okinawan performing arts.
Oct 17, 2026, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
5 Touro Park St W, 5 Touro Park St W, Newport, RI 02840, USA
The Japan-American Society of Southern New England's second annual festival.
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