Wexford East Asian Society

06/04/2026

The Japanese Film Festival returns to Wexford this April with 2 fantastic movie offerings!

28th April 2026, 8pm @ Wexford Arts Centre

"An Autumn Afternoon" is a 1962 classic masterpiece, the swan song of renowned director Yasujiro Ozu famed for his insight into the humsn condition. In post-war Japan, a widower recognizes that he has to marry off the daughter who has been taking care of his household.

29th April 2026, 8pm @ Wexford Arts Centre

"The Colours Within", the latest animated film by Naoko Yamada ("A Silent Voice", "Liz and the Blue Bird"), is a slice-of-life feature about a trio of high school students learning to accept themselves, spurred on by their shared passion for music.

Tickets are now available from www.wexfordartscentre.ie

21/01/2026

Wexford County Council in partnership with the Chinese Embassy in Ireland is delighted to mark the Chinese New Year of the Horse Celebrations 2026 in Ireland, with a special performance of the highly renowned Zhejiang Wu Opera Troupe on Wednesday 18th February at 7.30 pm in the National Opera House in Wexford.

Wu Opera is a vibrant ancient Chinese opera style from Zhejiang province in eastern China, known for its blend of singing, acting, martial arts, acrobatics, stunning costumes and face- changing techniques.

The show will include excerpts from a selection of traditional Wu Operas, adapted from ancient Chinese Mythology, showcasing highly skilled singing, acrobatics, visually spectacular costumes, and traditional Chinese music combined with operatic movements.

This special one-off event for Wexford to mark the Chinese New Year is being offered for free, and prebooking in advance is essential through the National Opera House Box office.

National Opera House, O’Reilly Theatre, Wexford
Y35 FEP3
Wednesday 18th February
7.30pm
Free Event
Booking Essential

To Book follow this link: https://www.nationaloperahouse.ie/whats-on/chinese-new-year-of-the-horse-celebrations-in-wexford

This Chinese New Year celebration in the National Opera House is supported by the Chinese Embassy in Ireland, Wexford County Council and the Irish-Chinese Cultural Exchange Society

Wexford County Council in partnership with the Chinese Embassy in Ireland is delighted to mark the Chinese New Year of the Horse Celebrations 2026 in Ireland, with a special performance of the...

03/04/2025

26/03/2025

Qigong (氣功) is an ancient Chinese system of movement and meditation that aims to guide "qi", our life flow, harmoniously through our body meridians to achieve harmony and balance. Traditionally, the practice of Qigong is believed to be of medicinal, meditative, and martial (physical) use.

24/03/2025

Interested in Chinese language & culture? Sign up for the 2-week Summer Camp at the SETU campus in Waterford to experience a wide range of dynamic Chinese language and culture activities!

Participants do not need any prior knowledge of Chinese to attend. This summer school is fully funded by 'Languages Connect' project to promote languages, making this event free ❤️

20/03/2025

🌸💕 Hanami (花見) Festival 2025 🌸💕

The event follows the Japanese tradition of hanami, when friends gather to admire blossoming flowers, and mark the beginning of Spring.

The next Hanami Festival will take place on 27th April 2025 / 2025年04月27日 at Farmleigh House in Dublin.

The Experience Japan Hanami Festival is a free, family-friendly day out where you can enjoy and celebrate Japanese–Irish culture!

05/03/2025

Exciting news! 2 films will be shown at the Wexford Arts Centre in early April 2025 ❤️ More details to follow 😊

JFF returns in April 2025!

Watch this space for some exciting announcements very soon, or sign up for our newsletter via jff.ie.

02/03/2025

Join us as we celebrate literature, culture, and global connections through the lens of Lafcadio Hearn!

Trinity College Dublin’s Centre for Asian Studies invites you to a full-day academic workshop, "Lafcadio Hearn’s Japan: From Enchantment to Intercultural Understanding 🇮🇪🇯🇵"

Celebrating the life and works of Lafcadio Hearn, a literary figure who bridged cultures between Japan and the West.

📅 Friday, 7 March 2025

⏰ 09:00 - 19:00

📍 Neill Lecture Theatre, Trinity Long Room Hub, Trinity College Dublin

What's in store?

🔹 Keynote Speakers: Scholars will discuss Hearn’s impact on literature, haiku, animism, and his role in shaping Ireland-Japan relations.

🔹Expert Talks & Discussions: Engage with leading scholars, diplomats, and policymakers from Ireland, Japan, Britain, and the USA.

🔹 Cultural Insights: Explore Hearn’s literary contributions. This workshop complements the Kwaidan - Encounters with Lafcadio Hearn exhibition, running at Farmleigh Gallery from March to August 2025, before heading to Osaka Expo 2025 and Ireland House in Tokyo.

🔹 Special Music Performance: Celebrating Lafcadio Hearn - Bridging Japan and Ireland at St. Ann’s Church, Dawson Street (13:00 - 13:45).

Admissionis FREE - all you have to do is register now to secure your place at

https://www.tcd.ie/Asian/events/tcd-Event-Lafcadio-Hearn/

📩 Curious? For more details, contact:

-Dr. Lijing Peng – [email protected]
- Prof. Nathan Hill – [email protected]



Embassy of Japan in Ireland
Japan Society
Japan Ireland Social Group
Japan Ireland Social Group, Kanto
TCD Japanese Society

12/02/2025

Happening today! Admission is free 😊

UCD Confucius Institute – Chinese New Year Celebration. 🐍🎉

📅 Wednesday 12th February 2025
🕒 5pm – 8.30pm

Celebrate the joy and excitement of the Chinese New Year at the UCD Confucius Institute for Ireland! Immerse yourself in an unforgettable evening filled with festive activities, including a bustling Asian night food market showcasing authentic Chinese flavors, a dazzling traditional lion dance, and a breathtaking display of Chinese lanterns that illuminate the night with vibrant colors and artistry.

Marvel at the spectacular flame shows scheduled at 6:00 PM and 7:30 PM, and experience the vibrant sights, sounds, and tastes that make this celebration truly special.

Join us on Wednesday, 12th February 2025, at the UCD Confucius Institute Grounds, and be part of this cultural extravaganza that brings the spirit of Chinese New Year to life in Ireland.

10/02/2025

Anyone game to try this at their local pub? 😁