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The Australia Japan Society of NSW Incorporated (AJS-NSW) aims to bring together Australian and Japanese people living in NSW to explore mutual interests.

AJS-NSW (The Australia-Japan Society of NSW Incorporated) aims to bring together Australian and Japanese people living in NSW to explore mutual interests. AJS-NSW holds regular business, social and cultural functions, and publishes a quarterly newsletter, Tomodachi. Our business events have guest speakers who are leaders in commerce, industry, politics and government, and focus on issues relevant

to the Australia-Japan business relationship. Our cultural events aim to explore aspects of Japanese culture and history, often within the perspective of Australia's vibrant and diverse cultural scene. Popular social functions include 'Shaberanaito' language nights in Japanese and English, and our annual Sumo party. AJS-NSW also supports the study of Japanese language and culture in NSW through awards and other activities.

13/08/2026

🍶 Sydney Sake Festival is back!

Sydney Sake Festival 2026 is coming to The Rocks from 11–13 September! 🇯🇵🍶
Enjoy 400+ sake, fruit liqueurs and spirits, meet sake brewers visiting from Japan, and discover Japanese food, culture and regional specialties.

🎟️ Special offer for AJS NSW members, family & friends
Use code SYDNEY2026 for 10% OFF tickets!

📍 Overseas Passenger Terminal, The Rocks
📅 Fri 11 – Sun 13 September

Many breweries are travelling all the way from Japan for this event — if you find a favourite, we encourage you to purchase a bottle and support the brewers and the festival! 🍶❤️

See you at Sake Fes! 🇦🇺🇯🇵

🍶 シドニー日本酒フェスティバル、今年も開催！

9月11日（金）〜13日（日）、ザ・ロックスのオーバーシーズ・パッセンジャー・ターミナルにて、Sydney Sake Festival 2026 が開催されます！ 🇯🇵🍶

会場には、日本各地から集まった400種類以上の日本酒をはじめ、果実酒やスピリッツが大集合。日本から参加する酒蔵の皆さんと直接お話しできるほか、日本各地のお酒や食、文化も楽しめます。

🎟️ AJS NSW会員・ご家族・ご友人限定！
チケット購入時に SYDNEY2026 と入力すると、10%割引になります。

📍 オーバーシーズ・パッセンジャー・ターミナル（ザ・ロックス）
📅 9月11日（金）〜13日（日）

今年は日本から、たくさんの酒蔵がこのイベントのためにシドニーまで参加します。
ぜひ会場でお気に入りの一本を見つけて、気に入ったお酒があれば購入して我々を応援してください！ 🍶❤️

Sake Fesでお会いしましょう！ 🇦🇺🇯🇵

19/07/2026

Australia-Japan Society of NSW. (AJS-NSW) was delighted to host historian for a fascinating lecture, The Lady Samurai: A Truer History of Japan’s Unification.

Drawing on original letters and historical records preserved at Osaka Castle, Dr. Kitagawa challenged conventional views of Japan’s unification by revealing the remarkable leadership of Nene (Lady Kita no Mandokoro), wife of Toyotomi Hideyoshi. Far from being a figure behind the scenes, Nene emerged as a political leader, diplomat, entrepreneur and unifying force whose influence helped shape Japan’s future.

One of the evening’s most thought-provoking messages was, “Make invisible things visible.” By rediscovering overlooked historical figures, we gain a richer understanding of leadership—one that values diplomacy, resilience, compassion and the power of building lasting relationships alongside military achievement.

Our sincere thanks to Dr. Kate Kitagawa for sharing her research, to filmmaker and media professional Tak Nakano for expertly facilitating the discussion, and to everyone who joined us for another memorable AJS-NSW event.

If you enjoy thought-provoking discussions like this and want to connect with others who share an interest in the Australia–Japan relationship, AJS-NSW hosts a diverse program of business, cultural, social and networking events throughout the year.

We’d love to welcome you as a member. Learn more at https://ajsnsw.org.au/.
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22/05/2026

🍁 Join us for a relaxed and inspiring evening exploring how kimono textiles can be given a second life. Perfect for teens and adults interested in sewing, stitching, crafts, and Japanese culture.

🍁 Guest speaker Tae Gessner, founder of the , will share her experiences growing up around kimono through her family’s business in Japan, along with her creative projects and ideas for repurposing kimono fabrics here in Sydney.

👘 REGISTER HERE: https://www.ajsnsw.org.au/event-6652697

20/04/2026

🎟 AJS-NSW MEMBER FREE TICKET OFFER

We’re giving away **4 x double passes** to the Japanese psychological thriller EXIT 8 — in cinemas from April 23.

Based on the global hit video game, EXIT 8 follows a man trapped in an endless subway passageway where even the smallest mistake sends him back to the beginning. Will he ever escape?

The film will screen at selected cinemas including Hoyts, Event Cinemas, and Palace Cinemas.

This offer is exclusive to AJS-NSW members.

🎬 4 x “Admit 2” passes available
🎟 Winners selected on a first-come basis

Apply here: https://www.ajsnsw.org.au/event-6665008

Entries close Sunday, 26 April (or earlier if fully allocated).

Only successful applicants will be contacted by AJS-NSW with ticket details.

Thanks to Umbrella Entertainment for this opportunity.

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