Japan House London

I'm not really sure how to describe this place. It's almost like a Japanese museum, shop, library and restaurant all in one! Spread across 3 floors, the ground floor is the main floor, housing the majority of the facilities and services. The restaurant is on the first floor, and the lower ground floor hosts the gallery, library and events. There are stairs to access all floors, as well as a lift. Whilst entry to the building is free, some of the events held throughout the year, require a small fee, although many of the events are also free. In addition to the restaurant on the first floor, there is also a nice cafe on the ground floor. There's even an area offering free travel information to those who are wishing to travel to Japan! If you have an interest in Japanese culture and would like to learn more about the country, this is a great place to start. Highly recommended!

I have been meaning to visit this place, but I guess after sheltering from the hailstones turned rain yesterday had made that happen. Where do I begin? The information and artefacts of Japanese items were interesting to look at. I was intrigued by the details of some of the items they had caught my attention/eyes. It felt like there was no end to the information provided, but what I really was surprised by was the fact their exhibitions held are free, because most exhibitions usually require bookings or even a certain fee to enter. I appreciate that Japan House allow the general public to enter their exhibitions, which they host from time to time for a few months. They have workshops and talk shows too, but sometimes they have events like the workshop that require a fee, as I can imagine that gathering material for their workshops would not be cheap. Never had I thought I would find myself being fascinated and absorbing in as much information as possible. Especially about woodwork/carpentry as much as I had when I went to check out their The Craft of Carpentry Drawing Life from Japan's Forests. I like how most of their work had various information regarding the aterfacts they had shown on display. It was incredible how much detail can go into their craftsmanship, but what I was really impressed and could not comprehend was the amount of detail that went into the lattice woodwork! It was very detailed indeed and beautifully presented. I assumed I would only spend an hour looking around, but I ended up spending 2-3 hours taking in everything and captured some incredible and interesting craftsmanship through carpentry. I ended it with by visiting their library which they have books talking about their transport in Japan and other topics. I do not live local, but I would recommend anyone who lives local or into information and enjoys visiting exhibitions should give Japan House a visit. I will definitely find time to come back and visit and attend more of their exhibitions depending on if I can attend or not, but I would find time. Next time, I will try their restaurant Akira on the top floor, and I like that they have travel guide information about different activities in different Japanese prefectures. You could Google possible information, but all the leaflets and brochures I had found and decided to take home with me to read. It would definitely detail a lot of interesting, if not informative, information in different Japanese prefectures and other things you may find of use should you decide to travel to Japan someday. They also have a travel guide who recommends things regarding Japan. Should you want to travel, you could have a conversation to find out more information from her.

I went to the Japanese joinery exhibition, which I found very interesting. Unfortunately, I didn't have time to view the rest of what Japan House London has to offer. The Exhibition is free but only there temporarily. I'd would recommend booking a slot.

One of my favourite places in London. A wonderful place dedicated to Japanese culture where you can enjoy a nice coffee and Japanese pastry while having a look at their shop items or books. There’s an ever changing exhibition space with regular events and workshops in the lower floor and little library with related contents. I would also love to visit Akira, the restaurant in the top floor which I’ve heard is fantastic. The staff is super friendly and the space itself is beautiful. Thank you to all the people who make such a wonderful place.

Japan centre was ok, very small and the gallery only took about 10 minutes to see. There is a restaurant, matcha cafe and a gift shop but everything is extremely expensive. It is free to enter so would advise coming only if you have plans in this area as well, like the design museum or Japanese garden. I do not think it is worth going out of your way to come here in terms of a London itinerary

Cultural centre promoting and showcasing Japanese culture. Hosting exhibitions, a restaurant, library and a curated range of handcrafted items covering the gamut of Japanese design expertise and mastery over numerous disciplines. Staff polite and engaging. Understated, authentic and authoritative - nothing here less than exceptional and it’s free admission.

Visited the Japan house to see the looks delicious exhibition it’s free and the replicas are so amazing really made me hungry. I highly recommend it you’re in the area. It’s so interesting how it is made and they all look so realistic. There’s even a café on site where you can get drinks and food. Also a restaurant however it was closed when we went the gift shop is great too.

i’m so happy today as we found this beautiful place. loved Hochija tea! loved the exhibition and thank you for making free art masterclass for kids. Arigato!