Explore Japan and its culture in New York City through art exhibitions, dance, theater, film, family programs, language classes, sake tastings, and more.
333 E 47th St (btwn 1st & 2nd Ave) New York , NY 10017 United States
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The Japan Society is a wonderful, and relaxing place to experience. Do visit if you're interested in Japanese culture , and arts , you will be glad you did! Read more
Japan Society has excellent wall texts in their art exhibits . Even if you're not the kind of person who normally reads them, give it a shot. Also, the high-tech toilets are a real treat. Read more
Visit the gallery exhibitions on your own, or enjoy docent-led walk-in tours in the gallery conducted Tues.-Sun. at 12:30 PM. Japanese Language tours are conducted Friday nights at 6 PM.
Exhibitions change regularly. This is from the Yasumasa Morimura exhibit in fall 2018.
A nice venue for film screenings that’s a bit off the beaten path. Happy to trek for a 4K restoration of Mishima.
Amazing performance art/dancing. Truly enjoyed the dance showcase! There are always incredible events at this venue.
Tokyo and the whole of Japan this 2013 - Shinz? Abe, born 21 September, 1954 is a Japanese politician and was the President of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) and the chairman of the Oyagaku [...] Read more
There are free lockers (lock built into locker) and coat racks upstairs near the entry to the exhibits (single entry to all exhibits ).
Just took a free Japanese course there. Very beautiful building and very sweet and efficient teachers . Highly recommend taking a course there.
The Japan Society hosts more than 100 events each year in a gorgeous setting-- hello indoor gardens and waterfall ! For more info about Japan Society, click here: http://bit.ly/x5HzQZ
Japan House is a MoMA: Landmarks of Modern Architecture Scavenger Hunt location! Show your checkin at MoMA (6/17-7/31) to receive $5 off 1 regular admission ticket! http://bit.ly/13Acm3l
This organization , dedicated to understanding and appreciation of the Japanese culture , presents numerous programs and exhibits . The building, funded by John Rockefeller III and built in the early 70s
Artists , scholars, and professors host more than 100 events a year that portray Japanese culture , food, and history.
The Japanese classes here are great, really cheap , and in the evenings. They also go up to a really high level. Awesome way to learn Japanese or pick it back up/maintain it.
Japan Society always offers a variety of events ranging in topics and interests! Check out their website for more info!
Extending in scope from prehistory to the present, the gallery’s exhibitions cover topics as diverse as classical Buddhist sculpture and calligraphy. Read more
The stylish , serene lobby of the Japan Society has interior bamboo gardens linked by a second-floor waterfall .
Great for Language lessons and Gallery !
Free admission to the gallery for all Bloomberg employees and 1 guest (this does not include special exhibitions ).
I love Japanese language and I can't wait to be part of this unique group
Great place to see little known Japanese films .
Great art gallery with some digital Japanese art .
Great lectures/exhibits/events. Caught a lecture on ramen here that was deliciously foodie.
Fantastic art exhibition !
Beautiful building. Amazing Japanese classes . ????
Houses the "great wave" from Hokusai
Sake lecture + tasting is a must every year.
beautiful space!
Use the toilets here. It's an experience.
Exhibits haven't disappointed me yet :)
Learn japanese, view the gallery , and experience some of the culture of Japan.
Great edo prints
so good you gotta go
BASIL TWIST with Bray!
Relax in the lobby and listen to the water trickling
The thoughts of a closed mind can widen the door to an opened one.
Definitely check out the Japan Cuts festival when it's held. Great films .
screening of SANS SOLEIL (highly overrated movie !!!). Yo La Tengo sat behind me
Araki photo exhibit
exhibits are FREE on Fridays from 6-9 pm!
Go to Japan Cuts
Itsumo totemo tanoshii desu!
Awesome textile show Tue-Sun thru January 2010. Kids under 16 free. Also free wi-fi for patrons. Ask at the welcome desk. Read more
Japanese toilets !
An amazing 'BYE BYE KITTY ' exhibit
Check out the shop for cool anime/manga inspired goodies tied to the KRAZY! exhibition .
check out the film screenings there.
Japan Society's Toyota language has some the best teachers especially intermediate level(=^ェ^=)かなりすごいクラスありますよ。
I'm back! 日本語のクラス!\(^-^)/
Beautiful artifacts and architecture and a lovely cafe make for a delightful couple hours - Amy Robertson
The entrance is free - the museum is a part of Smithsonian. It's rather small but worth visiting! - Kay T
Super tiny, quirky art museum in a laneway. Use the audio guide, it brings it to life. - Renae Mason
Just got back from visiting Japan and this is a very authentic noodle shop. Inexpensive and delicious! - Renee Bradbeer
their Dainobu special bowl and green tea red bean cake, i love!!! a worplace special - Denise Aguilar