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 2012 ( OFFICE )

2 Jan New Year’s Day 23-24 Jan Chinese New Year 1 Feb Federal Territory Day 6 Feb Birthday of P. Muhammad 1 May Labour Day 20-21 Aug Hari Raya Puasa 31 Aug Malaysia National Day 26 Oct Hari Raya Haji 13 Nov Deepavali 15 Nov Awal Muharram 25 Dec Christmas

 

JFKL HOLIDAY CALENDAR 2012 ( LIBRARY )

3 Jan New Year’s Day 24 Jan Chinese New Year 1 Feb Federal Territory Day 1 May Labour Day 5 May Wesak Day 2 June Birthday of Y.P. Agong 31 Aug Malaysia National Day 26 Oct Hari Raya Haji 13 Nov Deepavali 15 Nov Awal Muharram 4-31 Dec Stock Taking 25 Dec Christmas 29 Dec Year End Holiday