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“Colourful Art on Paper” is a solo exhibition by Philo Ouweleen. From May 13th to June 4th, 2023, Galerie de Stoker in Amsterdam will be transformed into a magical world full of stories and imagination. Join Philo for the festive opening on Saturday, May 13th, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 … Colourful Art on Paper

Japanese Culture & History Japanese Festivals (Matsuri)

Kodomo no Hi – Japanese Children’s Day

Japan FansMay 3, 2023May 18, 2023

Have you ever heard of Kodomo no Hi – Japanese Children’s Day? The Japan Fans are organizing a special Kodomo no Hi event in Houten (near Utrecht) to celebrate this festival. In this blogpost, you’ll learn more about the origins of Kodomo no Hi (こどもの日).

Japanese Events in The Netherlands

Kodomo no Hi event in Houten

Japan FansMay 1, 2023May 17, 2023

An announcement of our Kodomo no Hi event in Houten. Mark your calendars for Saturday, 13th of May!

Japanese Cooking Classes Japanese Events in The Netherlands

Vegan Pokebowl by Atse

Japan FansApril 28, 2023April 28, 2023

Last Saturday, I went to Utrecht Zuilen, and learnt how to make a vegan pokebowl from Atse.

Japanese Events in The Netherlands

Hanami in Utrecht Leidsche Rijn (with flute music!)

Japan FansApril 24, 2023December 20, 2023

On a bright Sunday afternoon, 23 April, we were invited to the Cherry Blossom Party in Leidsche Rijn, Utrecht. Organised by Kuratje and Midegain, this event was a true celebration of everything that makes Japan so enchanting. And what a wonderful afternoon it was! We would like to thank the … Hanami in Utrecht Leidsche Rijn (with flute music!)

Japanese Origami

Origami Parakeet

Japan FansApril 22, 2023April 22, 2023

Would you like to fold an origami parakeet? In this blog post, we will explore more about this origami model, its simplicity, beauty, and the culture of origami in Japan.

Japanese Events in The Netherlands

Cherry Blossom Party in Utrecht

Japan FansApril 21, 2023November 6, 2023

Exciting news for Japan Fans! A Cherry Blossom Party is being organized on Sunday, April 23rd, 2023, at Emmy van Lokhorststraat 40 in Utrecht, Netherlands. The event is being hosted by Kuratje and Midegain, and it promises to be an unforgettable experience for anyone interested in Japanese culture. A Cherry … Cherry Blossom Party in Utrecht

News & Updates

Japan related UGC

Japan FansApril 17, 2023April 17, 2023

At Japan Fans, we are not only passionate about Japanese culture and traditions but also about creating Japan related UGC that inspires and educates others.

Japanese Events in The Netherlands Japanese Music

Night of Light with Japanese music

Japan FansApril 10, 2023April 17, 2023

On Saturday night 15 April, there will be a Night of Light with Japanese music, during which you can listen to Japanese flutes and shrutibox in the Dom in Utrecht. Read more about this concert organised by the Japan Fans Foundation.

Japanese Martial Arts (Budō)

Iaido: The Way of the Sword

Japan FansApril 3, 2023April 3, 2023

In our Facebook group, we often talk about Iaido – “the way of the sword”. This blog post offers a short introduction to this budo.