Canada in Japan

The Canadian Embassy is open to the public for Tokyo Architecture Festival on May 18–21. May 22 is by advance registration only (now closed). Standard security screening will be in place. Please bring photo ID. ELLE Décor has already shared some lovely photos — take a look!

40 years ago, Canada and Japan signed the Science and Technology Cooperation. Since then, we have been strengthening their collaborations in areas of interest for both our economies. Looking forward to moving the partnerships forward!

Employment opportunity: The Embassy of Canada is looking for a Political Officer. Details: staffing-les.international.gc.ca/en/careers/pol… Closing date: May 24, 2026 at 23:59 JST

Canadians in Japan: Emergency consular services remain available to Canadians 24/7. If you need immediate assistance, please contact our 24/7 Emergency Watch and Response Centre in Ottawa: travel.gc.ca/emergencies Office hours: international.gc.ca/country-pays/j…

Our E.H. Norman Library and Prince Takamado Gallery will be closed on May 4 and will re-open on May 6. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause.

Norman Takeuchi and Naoko Matsubara, who previously exhibited at the Prince Takamado Gallery, have been awarded the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold and Silver Rays. Visit the gallery where artists continue to foster Canada–Japan cultural exchange. bit.ly/3QOJ7LH

“Digital Worlds: The Generative Art of EEPMON” exhibition at the Prince Takamado Gallery runs until May 12. Next is “Kim Waldron. No Hero,” a photo exhibition exploring collective responses to the climate crisis, from May 20 to September 23. @WaldronKim bit.ly/3QOJ7LH

Golden Week plans still up in the air? Drop by the Embassy for a mini escape to Canada: come and explore our gallery, library, and garden for a taste of Canadian culture. Open April 29 & May 6. Free admission. Government‑issued photo ID required. youtube.com/watch?v=XEctz1…

Congratulations to Hooké on making its official debut in Japan – its very first international export market🎉 The Embassy’s Minister (Commercial) joined the media event with Kitahiroshima Mayor👏 instagram.com/hooke.japan/

Today, in Paris, Minister Dabrusin and Japan’s Minister Ishihara held a Canada-Japan Ministerial Dialogue.

🚨 Attention Canadian businesses: registration to join Minister Sidhu for the #TeamCanadaTradeMission to Japan in June has been extended! Applications close April 28. Apply today: tradecommissioner.gc.ca/en/trade-event… #IndoPacificStrategy #GoTeamCanadaTrade

Planning summer #travel? Beware of fuel shortages and travel disruptions, including route cancellations and impacts on local goods and services at your destination. ow.ly/3LOW50YPuyg 1/3 ⬇️⬇️

Red flag alert 🚩 Beware of ‘jobs’ offering a free trip in exchange for a delivery. Its not a job, but a set up. Carry your own bags when travelling. If you are caught with drugs, you will be held responsible. cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/travel-voyage/…

1/ References help confirm your identity and ensure your application is legitimate 📝✅ 📲 We may contact your references to verify the information provided on your application. Make sure they will be available to take our call to avoid processing delays.

As a Comprehensive Strategic Partner with Japan, we look forward to exploring mutual opportunities stemming from our recently signed Equipment and Technology Transfer Agreement, as well as Canada’s new Defence Industrial Strategy and Japan’s revised defence export rules.

Canada condemns North Korea’s fourth ballistic missile launch this month that violates #UNSC resolutions.

You’re invited! Two Libraries, One Story: A Canadian Picture Book Reading in celebration of Asian Heritage Month on 6 May, 3pm Join us for a reading of "Naomi’s Tree" by Jpn-Cda author Joy Kogawa, our first collaboration with @hokuto_lib . Registration: rsvp.zkipster.com/_r8nlmx

If you are in an affected area, evacuate immediately to higher ground, follow instructions from local authorities at bit.ly/4etVvun and monitor local media at bit.ly/4vFIiVu.

Following a magnitude 7.4 earthquake off the coast of Sanriku and tsunami warnings have been issued along the northern Pacific coast of Japan. Waves up to 3 meters are expected.

1/2 After signing the Canada‑Japan Memorandum of Cooperation on emergency management, Global Affairs Canada hosted a delegation from the Embassy of Japan to strengthen crisis cooperation in a complex global environment.