Experience Japan

Explore

Enjoy

Musical Performances

embrace

Authentic Experiences

experience

Cultural Events

Celebrate

Culinary Art

November 2, 2024 Pre-Opening Event & Award Ceremony

Crunchyroll: Cool Business Award
Yamanashi Gov. Kotaro Nagasaki
Shodo
Akira Kurosawa exhibit
Actor Takaaki Hirakawa as emcee (Shogun)
Rickshaw and driver from Asakusa, Tokyo, Japan
Student art exhibit
Student art exhibit
 Ikenobo Ikebana Society of LA Award
Irvine Mayor Farrah Khan
Ribbon cutting ceremony
San Diego International Friendship Award

Visit the Cool Japan Center

Explore the fascinating world of Japanese culture

Join us from January 15, 2025

What is the Cool Japan Center

The Cool Japan Center is a cultural hub dedicated to celebrating and sharing Japan’s rich cultural heritage. It showcases contemporary and traditional exhibitions, workshops, and events that reflect the diversity and vibrancy of Japan’s cultural landscape.

Where is the Cool Japan Center

The Cool Japan Center is located across from the University of California, Irvine at 4199 Campus Drive, Suite A, Irvine, CA 92612.

Special Events

Special events have already begun, and the center’s gallery will be officially open to the public from January 15th, 2025.

★★★★★

The Cool Japan Center is poised to become a vibrant destination for art, anime, manga, fashion, technology, cuisine, and more.

Dr. Anthony Al-Jamie

Cool Japan Center Director

News

Welcome to the Cool Japan Center

Students from Academeia 21st Century in Japan welcome you to the Cool Japan Center in Irvine, California