Japan Foundation, Sydney

Please note that The Japan Foundation, Sydney library, office and gallery will be closed on June 8 (Mon) due to the King's Birthday public holiday. Regular hours will resume on June 9 (Tue). We hope you have a fun and safe long weekend!⁠

Visit our website for our centre hours: https://sydney.jpf.go.jp/visit-us/

Discover the captivating world of Japanese artist Takuya Kitashima at A SINGLE PIECE Gallery. Coming from a unique background in science and music before turning to painting, he creates narrative-driven canvas works and paper clay sculptures that feel like a whimsical, modern fairy tale. With soft, textured brushwork and a gentle, comforting atmosphere, his art beautifully draws viewers into a "sense of slowness, like a novel.⁠

Official Opening Day: June 6 (Sat), 11am – 3pm.⁠

It will be a relaxed day where people can freely come and go, enjoy the art, and experience a special Japanese-inspired tea pop-up by Chawu Tea (drinks available for purchase).⁠

Exhibition Run: May 30 – June 20 2026⁠
Where: A SINGLE PIECE Gallery, Sydney

It’s on this long weekend! 🥳 Head down to Tumbalong Park on June 8 (Mon) from 6pm, to catch NIKO NIKO TAN TAN and HUGEN as they perform a FREE concert at Vivid Sydney 🎶⁠

Incorporating wind instruments, bells and saxophone, HUGEN’s electronic folk sound is immensely relaxing yet danceable, with smooth beats guiding tracks underneath.⁠ They’re joined by NIKO NIKO TAN TAN, a collision of music and art that combines disco synths, jazz and J-Pop choruses with a live VJ providing colourful visuals for a true show. ⁠

On June 8 (Mon) from 6pm-10pm at Tumbalong Park, Darling Harbour. Free event; no bookings required.⁠

Presented by the Japan Foundation, this event is being held in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the signing of the Basic Treaty of Friendship and Cooperation between Japan and Australia.⁠

Learn more: https://www.vividsydney.com/event/music/hugen-niko-niko-tan-tan-tumbalong-nights

Step into a relaxing afternoon of Japanese-inspired creativity, live art, cafe culture, and mindful experiences at Veriu Macquarie Park.⁠

Begin with a live Japanese sumi-e (ink art) performance, then choose from four hands-on creative workshops including wearable art, dried flower styling, and aroma succulent crafting.⁠

Enjoy curated cafe refreshments, artist interaction, a pop-up art showcase, and a calm social atmosphere designed for adults looking to refresh, create, and reconnect.⁠

No artistic experience required. Open to all backgrounds. The event will take place in English.⁠

📅June 27 (Sat), 2026⁠
📍Veriu Macquarie Park Hotel Lounge⁠
🕐1:30pm-4pm ⁠

🎟️Learn more and book tickets: http://www.minimeonthecake.com/ws
Limited to 32 guests.

Exciting news! 🌟 A powerhouse lineup of legendary Japanese voice actors and tokusatsu Supa-Stars are set to appear at Supanova Comic Con & Gaming in Sydney, happening from June 19-21 🤩

Don't miss your chance to see the following icons via autograph sessions, photo opportunities and Q&A panels!⁠

Toshio Furukawa (Piccolo in Dragon Ball Z)⁠
Takeshi Kusao (Hanamichi Sakuragi in Slam Dunk)⁠
Shiro Izumi (Burai / Dragon Ranger from Super Sentai)⁠
Tetsuo Kurata (Kotaro Minami in Kamen Rider Black)⁠

Find out more: https://www.supanova.com.au/

Have you visited the exhibition 'Suddenly This Overview' at the Japan Foundation Gallery yet? 🍃 Featuring works by artist Kosuke Nagata and curated by Tomoya Iwata, this thought-provoking exhibition explores a significant aspect of Australia and Japan's shared history tracing back to Cowra, New South Wales.

With a video artwork, slide projections and newspaper archives on display, this exhibition follows Nagata's attempts to trace Cowra's multi-layered history, closely examining each gaze that was once directed toward this land, as well as those that never were.⁠

Open from 10am-6pm on weekdays, and 11am-4pm on Saturdays. Find out more: https://sydney.jpf.go.jp/suddenlythisoverview/

Photos by Document Photography

Attention all film fans 🎬 Join the Asian Cinema Collective for a special screening of Japanese classic LINDA LINDA LINDA in 4K at the Sydney Opera House as part of !⁠

A story about the unparalleled joy of jamming out with your friends, Nobuhiro Yamash*ta’s feature is acknowledged by many as one of the greatest Japanese films of the 21st century. Book now: https://www.sydneyoperahouse.com/vivid-live/linda-linda-linda

🎥 Linda Linda Linda (2005) ⁠
🗓️ May 28, 2026 (Thursday)
⏰ 8:15PM ⁠
📍 Sydney Opera House ⁠
🎟️ On sale now - $26 Concession, $30 Adults

Please note that The Japan Foundation, Sydney library and gallery will be closed on May 23 (Saturday). Regular hours will resume on May 25 (Monday).⁠⁠

View our centre hours here: https://sydney.jpf.go.jp/visit-us/

With Vivid Sydney kicking off soon, there are plenty of exciting musical acts to look forward to around the city! 🎵✨⁠

Four-piece band HUGEN will be showcasing their unique sound, with a FREE performance together with NIKO NIKO TAN TAN taking place at Tumbalong Park on June 8 (Mon) from 6pm-10pm.

Incorporating wind instruments, bells and saxophone, HUGEN's electronic folk is immensely relaxing yet danceable, with smooth beats guiding tracks underneath.⁠

Formed in 2024, this four-piece has made a fast impression in Japan's alt-electronic scene. Off the back of debut EP Matsuri, the band played Fuji Rock Festival's Rookie A-Go-Go! stage for emerging acts, and were nominated for Best Breakthrough Artist at the Tokyo Alter Music Awards.⁠

Don't miss them when they perform on June 8 (Mon) from 6pm-10pm at Tumbalong Park, Darling Harbour!⁠

Free event; no bookings required. Find out more: https://www.vividsydney.com/event/music/hugen-niko-niko-tan-tan-tumbalong-nights