House of Japanese Culture

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

Fête de la Musique 2025: musical immersion at the Maison de la culture du Japon in Paris

For the Fête de la Musique 2025, which takes place this year on Saturday June 21, the Maison de la culture du Japon, in the 15th arrondissement of Paris, is offering a musical immersion on the island of Miyako-jima. On the program? Musical shows by Miwa Yonashiro, the Paris Sanshin Club and the folk group Yui no Ne. Please note that this concert series is free of charge, but reservations are required.

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.

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!