The Japan Foundation is a non-profit organization established with the purpose of promoting mutual cultural exchange between Japan and other countries. The Kuala Lumpur office was established in October 1989 and its status upgraded to Cultural Centre in February 1992. Three years later in April 1995, the Language Centre was formed under the umbrella of the Cultural Centre. The facilities available at The Japan Foundation Kuala Lumpur include the Tatami room and the Library. Tea ceremony classes are conducted on Saturdays while the Library is opened from Tuesdays till Saturdays.

The primary objective of the Japan Foundation Kuala Lumpur is to promote and support Japanese culture and studies in Malaysia. The office also facilitates and supports the exchange of personnel and experts as well as audio-visual and printed materials. Other objectives include developing a pool of local expertise in the field of Japanese language teaching and developing teaching materials suitable for local needs. Lastly it facilitates the exchange of information between bodies concerned with Japanese language education in the region.

OPENING HOURS

Cultural Affairs Department & Japanese Language Department Mon-Fri: 8.30 am - 4.30 pm JFKL Library Tues-Fri: 10.30 am - 6.30 pm Sat: 10 am - 6 pm JFKL Gallery

 

JFKL HOLIDAY CALENDAR 2013 ( OFFICE )

1-2 Jan New Year’s Day 24 Jan Birthday of P. Muhammad 28 Jan Thaipusam 1 Feb Federal Territory Day 11-12 Feb Chinese New Year 1 May Labour Day 24 May Wesak Day 8-9 Aug Hari Raya Puasa 16 Sep Malaysia Day 15 Oct Hari Raya Haji 5 Nov Awal Muharram 25 Dec Christmas 30-31 Dec Year End Holiday

 

JFKL HOLIDAY CALENDAR 2013 ( LIBRARY )

1-2 Jan New Year’s Day 24 Jan Birthday of P. Muhammad 1 Feb Federal Territory Day 12 Feb Chinese New Year 1 May Labour Day 24 May Wesak Day 1 Jun Birthday of Y.P. Agong 8-9 Aug Hari Raya Puasa 10 Aug JFKL Library Closing 31 Aug Malaysia National Day 15 Oct Hari Raya Haji 2 Nov Deepavali 5 Nov Awal Muharram 25 Dec Christmas 31 Dec Year End Holiday