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Japanese Space and Gohan Space resume their activities

A true Japanese cultural hub in the heart of the 10th arrondissement, Espace Japon is your go-to destination for Japanese culture and cuisine. In addition to a variety of workshops, it houses a cozy restaurant called Espace Gohan, where you can enjoy delicious authentic Japanese dishes. A must-visit spot that you definitely shouldn’t miss!
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Kazuo Kitai, Celebrating the Everyday: A Photography Exhibition at the Japan Culture House

In spring 2026, the Japan House in Paris will showcase the work of Kazuo Kitai, celebrated as one of Japan’s foremost post-war photographers. Titled "Kazuo Kitai, Celebrating Everyday Life," the exhibition will feature 130 prints that visitors can view from April 30 to July 25, 2026.
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I Love Sushi: A Free Exhibition in Paris Celebrates Japan's Iconic Cuisine

In 2026, sushi takes center stage at the Japan Cultural Center in Paris! From January 20 to April 11, the Japanese cultural center is hosting a unique, free exhibition dedicated to this iconic element of Japanese cuisine.
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Urban stroll: Japan sketched by Florent Chavouet at the Maison de la Culture du Japon

The Maison de la Culture du Japon in Paris is hosting a small, free exhibition dedicated to the sketches of French illustrator Florent Chavouet. Visit between December 2, 2025, and January 10, 2026, to discover this beautiful illustrated urban stroll.
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Paris: Gunpla on display for free at the Maison de la Culture du Japon - our photos

From October 21 to November 15, 2025, the Maison de la Culture du Japon in Paris immerses you in the world of model making through a free exhibition dedicated to Gunpla. This is an opportunity to (re)discover the history and evolution of these famous models, which are celebrating their 45th anniversary this year!
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Isao Takahata: screenings of the best of his filmography at the House of Culture of Japan

Want to (re)discover the best of Isao Takahata's filmography? The Maison de la culture du Japon in Paris is taking advantage of the exhibition dedicated to the famous Japanese director and co-founder of Studio Ghibli to take you back to some of his sublime works. From "Horus, Prince of the Sun" to "Pompoko", not forgetting "The Tale of Princess Kaguya" and "Tomb of the Fireflies"... here's the calendar of screenings scheduled during the All Saints' vacation, from October 21 to 31, 2025.
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Isao Takahata: an exhibition dedicated to the master of animation at Japan's House of Culture, our photos

Considered one of the greatest masters of Japanese animation, Isao Takahata is honored in a groundbreaking exhibition at the Maison de la culture du Japon in Paris from October 15, 2025 to January 24, 2026. Through storyboards, sketches, celluloid and film and video extracts, discover the rich career of this famous Japanese director and co-founder of Studio Ghibli.
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The spirit of Japanese gardens: a free photo exhibition at the Maison de la culture du Japon in Paris

This autumn, zenitude is the order of the day at the Maison de la culture du Japon. The famous Japanese center in Paris invites you to come and relax through the free exhibition "The Spirit of Japanese Gardens", and the photographs of Frédéric Soreau.
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Nuit des Musées 2025: the nocturnal program at the Maison de la Culture du Japon in Paris

The Maison de la Culture du Japon invites you to come and discover its temporary exhibition free of charge on the occasion of the Nuit des Musées. A nocturne that awaits you on May 17, 2025, and whose program we reveal right here.
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La résilience du corbeau: free Ainu photo exhibition at the Maison de la culture du Japon

Want to find out more about Ainu culture? Then head to the Maison de la culture du Japon in Paris to discover "La résilience du corbeau" (The Resilience of the Raven) from April 29 to July 31, 2025. This small exhibition of photographs by Lorraine Turci takes us straight to Japan's northernmost island to discover the Ainu, the fascinating indigenous people living on the island of Hokkaido!
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Fusuma: the free exhibition at the Maison de la culture du Japon, our photos

The Maison de la Culture du Japon in Paris is focusing on fusuma for its new small exhibition, on view free of charge from February 4 to 15, 2025. An opportunity to learn more about these famous traditional sliding doors, inseparable from Japanese interiors.
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L'écologie des choses: a new exhibition at the Maison de la culture du Japon in Paris

Environmental art invites itself to the Maison de la culture du Japon in Paris. On view from April 30 to July 26, 2025, the exhibition "L'écologie des choses" (The Ecology of Things) showcases the work of a number of Japanese artists, from different generations, addressing ecological issues from 1970 to the present day.
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Tokyo, birth of a modern city: the exhibition at the Maison de la culture du Japon, our photos

The Maison de la culture du Japon in Paris is hosting a new temporary exhibition from November 6, 2024 to February 1, 2025. Entitled "Tokyo, Birth of a Modern City", the installation features a series of prints from the first half of the 20th century, as well as posters, photographs, kimonos, postcards and decorative objects.
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Kakushin Nishihara, the Japanese musical UFO, in concert at the Maison de la culture du Japon in Paris

Japanese artist Kakushin Nishihara announces her visit to Paris! As part of the Festival d'Automne, the singer and biwa player is scheduled to give two exceptional performances at the Maison de la culture du Japon on Tuesday, November 12, 2024. An opportunity to discover the offbeat world of Kakushin Nishihara, a true musical UFO.
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Kaijû: a monstrous history of Japanese cinema at the Maison de la culture du Japon

The monsters of the 7th Japanese art land at the Maison de la culture du Japon in Paris from Friday October 4 to Saturday November 9, 2024. An opportunity to (re)discover the story of Godzilla, as well as other kaijū eiga (monster films) in an exclusive cycle of 13 feature-length films!
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Parasport in Japan: free photo exhibition at the Maison de la Culture du Japon

Japan's House of Culture invites us to admire the prowess of Paralympic athletes, with the free exhibition "Parasport in Japan, Yesterday and Today", on view from August 27 to September 13, 2024.
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Reflections of nature: Junji Takasago exhibition at the Maison de la culture du Japon, our photos

New free exhibition to be discovered in the lobby of the Maison de la culture du Japon in Paris, from May 7 to June 1, 2024. Once again, the Japanese cultural center invites us to take a journey through Junji Takasago's photographs, which pay tribute to the beauty of nature!
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Mushae at Japan's House of Culture: an exhibition of 100 drawings in support of Fukushima

This spring, the Maison de la culture du Japon opens its doors to the solidarity project of Mamoru Yokota, famous illustrator and animator of manga and video games. Entitled "Mushae à Paris", this free exhibition unveils 100 drawings in support of Fukushima and featuring the samurai theme. On view from March 12 to April 6, 2024.
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Maison de la culture du Japon in Paris: two new, free exhibitions not to be missed this winter

Calling all fans of Japanese culture! This winter, the Maison de la culture du Japon in Paris is offering two new exhibitions free of charge. From February 13 to March 9, 2024, follow in the footsteps of Fukushima, then from March 12 to 30, take a surprising plunge into the discovery of illustrator Mamoru Yokota's "Mushae" project.
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Kenzo Tange - Kengo Kuma, the legacy of the Tokyo Games, the exhibition at the Maison de la culture du Japon

What happens to Olympic buildings once the Games are over? The Maison de la culture du Japon takes us on a journey in the footsteps of these monumental infrastructures, with the exhibition Kenzo Tange - Kengo Kuma, the legacy of the Tokyo Games, on view from May 2 to June 29, 2024.