between Japan and the world.
The Japan Foundation is Japan’s only Institution dedicated to carrying out comprehensive international cultural exchange programs throughout the world.
Through culture, language and dialogue, the Japan Foundation creates global opportunities to foster friendship, trust and mutual understanding.
What’s New
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FY2026 Grant Applications Open
Applications are now open for our Grant Programs.Deadline: December 2, 2025, at 1:00 PM (JST) *Exceptions may apply
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Concept Movie of The Japan FoundationThis video shows our mission: "Cultivating friendship and ties between Japan and the world." Hope you enjoy it! (Link to movie)MoreExternal link
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Web Magazine "Wochi kochi" Feature No. 083 Has Been Updated!HERALBONY's Bold Mission to Bring Artistic
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Interview with Marie Oshioka, CEO of HERALBONY EuropeMoreExternal link -
JFF Theater / Online Talk Event with Director ISHII KaoriJoin our two online talks with the director of documentaries now streaming on JFF Theater! Free worldwide access.MoreExternal link
News
- Arts and Cultural ExchangeCalling for application "Shifting Points" - Exchange program for professionals in performing arts 2024
- NewsSurvey Summary on Japanese-Language Education Abroad 2024 Released!
- NewsWeb Magazine "Wochi kochi" Feature No. 083 Has Been Updated!
- Japanese-Language Education OverseasKokusai Koryu Kikin Nihongo Kyoiku Ronshu (The Japan Foundation Journal on Japanese-Language Education) Call for Submissions for Vol.22, FY2025
- NewsWeb Magazine "Wochi kochi" Feature No. 082 Has Been Updated!
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What We Do
Arts and Cultural Exchange [Culture]
The Japan Foundation works to introduce a diverse variety of facets of Japanese culture, from art, music, drama, and film to fashion and design, to the world. By creating opportunities for people to share the joy of co-creation and better understand each other in ways that transcend language, it facilitates deeper cultural exchange between people.
Japanese-Language Education Overseas [Language]
The Japan Foundation works to create and enhance Japanese-language education environments worldwide in order to give more people around the world opportunities to study Japanese. It also coordinates with governments and educational institutions in a variety of countries and regions to provide effective support aimed at meeting local needs.
Japanese Studies and Global Partnerships Programs [Dialogue]
The Japan Foundation organizes symposiums and collaborative projects to deepen dialogue among experts in various countries, in addition to supporting individual scholars in Japanese studies. It also works to promote the formation of personal networks with the aim of solving global issues.