Embassy of Japan in Iceland

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The world-renowned musician Joe Hisaishi is coming to Iceland in April 2027!🤩

Best known for his iconic Studio Ghibli scores, he’ll be conducting Sinfóníuhljómsveit Íslands, playing a new concerto and a suite from one of his Ghibli movies.

His concerts usually sell out fast worldwide. Definitely don't miss this rare opportunity!

Hisaishi stjórnar Hisaishi - Sinfóníuhljómsveit Íslands Tónskáldið, hljómsveitarstjórinn og píanóleikarinn Joe Hisaishi er einn þekktasti tónlistarmaður samtímans þökk sé fíngerðri og vandaðri tónlist hans fyrir hljó

Meeting with the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police

On June 4, Ambassador Takewaka met with Ms. Halla Bergþóra Björnsdóttir, the National Commissioner of the Icelandic Police. They welcomed the increase of tourism in both directions between Japan and Iceland. Given the steady rise in the number of Japanese visitors to Iceland, Ambassador Takewaka requested measures to ensure the safety of Japanese nationals in Iceland.

The deadline is this Sunday, June 7 (23:59 Icelandic time). Don’t miss your chance to apply!

Would you like to study in Japan with a fully funded scholarship covering tuition, living expenses, and round‑trip airfare?

The Embassy of Japan in Iceland is now accepting applications for the Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarships for the 2027 academic year:

▶️Graduate/Research Student Scholarship - Complete a postgraduate degree
▶️Undergraduate Student Scholarship - Complete an undergraduate degree
▶️Special Training College Scholarship - Complete program of vocational study in many fields.

📅Application Deadline: Sunday, 7 June 2026
ℹ️ More information:
https://www.is.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_en/mextscholaship.html

In a recent interview article published by mbl.is as well as in Morgunblaðið weekend paper to mark the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Japan and Iceland, Ambassador Takewaka notes that both nations share a deep respect for nature and that Iceland, much like Japan, enjoys a high level of social trust.

Samfélög sem byggja á trausti Ísland og Japan stofnuðu til opinbers stjórnmálalegs sambands 8. desember 1956 en í ár eru 70 ár síðan. Í tilefni þess fór blaðamaður á fund japanska sendiherrans á Íslandi, Keizo Takewaka. Sendiherrann segir margt líkt með Íslandi og Japan. Fyrir utan það að vera báðar eyþ...

On May 13, Ambassador Takewaka attended the Watanabe Trust Fund Scholarship Award Ceremony at Háskóli Íslands. This year, a total of 50 recipients in Japan and Iceland were awarded scholarships. The ceremony featured a video message from Mr. Toshizo Watanabe, and remarks were delivered by former Prime Minister Geir H. Haarde.

The Watanabe Trust Fund Scholarship was established in 2008, and this year marks the 15th anniversary since the first scholarships were awarded in 2011. From 2011 to 2025, the total number of scholarship recipients has reached 241.

Japanese: https://www.is.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/topics20260526.html

Introduction of the Logo Celebrating the 70th Anniversary of the Establishment of Diplomatic Relations between Japan and Iceland

On April 30, on the occasion of a reception in honor of Mr. Kengo Kuma, Ambassador Takewaka introduced the logo celebrating the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan and Iceland.
The reception was attended by Mr. Pawel Bartoszek, Chair of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the Alþingi, and Ambassador Bergdís Ellertsdóttir, Acting Permanent Secretary of the Ministry for Foreign Affairs.

The logo was designed by Ms. Yuki Goto, a designer working for a book design company.

By connecting seven zeros, the logo visually represents the 70th anniversary, while the interconnected colors—deep blue of the sea, light blue of ice, gradations of sky and aurora, and red symbolizing fire and the sun—reflect elements closely associated with both countries.
Through these flowing connections of color, the logo symbolizes seventy years of exchange and development between Japan and Iceland.

Japanese: https://www.is.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/topics20260513.html

Visit of Architect Mr. Kengo Kuma to Iceland

On April 30, Mr. Kengo Kuma, a world-renowned architect, visited Iceland and delivered a lecture which was co-hosted by the Architects Association of Iceland and the Embassy of Japan.
More than 400 participants gathered at the lecture and listened attentively to Mr. Kuma’s architectural philosophy and career, particularly his emphasis on harmony with nature.

On the same day, Mr. Kuma also attended a reception hosted by Ambassador Takewaka, where he had the opportunity to interact with invited guests.
This was Mr. Kuma’s first visit to Iceland, and it was carried out as part of the commemorative events marking the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan and Iceland.

Furthermore, on May 2, a screening of the documentary film “particle dance” which chronicles 15 years of Mr. Kuma’s work, was held.
The film’s director, Mr. Hiromoto Oka, was present at the screening, and he conducted a talk and a Q&A session after the film.

Japanese: https://www.is.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_ja/topics20260512.html

"Japanski arkitektinn Kengo Kuma, sem staddur var hér á landi á dögunum, er á því að Japanir geti lært sitthvað af Íslendingum þegar kemur að byggingarlist."

Forskot íslenskrar byggingarlistar Arkitektinn segir að Japanir geti lært sitthvað af Íslendingum þegar kemur að byggingarlist.

Enjoy Japanese films anytime, anywhere with multilingual subtitles — all for FREE!

🎉 4 New Films Added Today!
✨ Discover New Japanese Stories

🎥 Twist of Time
1️⃣ The 100th Love with You (2017) — until Aug 5
2️⃣ THE MIRACLES OF THE NAMIYA GENERAL STORE (2017) — until Aug 5
3️⃣ Erased (2016) — until Aug 5

🎥 The Japanese Spirit of “DŌ”
4️⃣ SHODO GIRLS!! (2010) — until Aug 5

⏰ Ending soon (Jun 3):
THERMAE ROMAE / Let's Go Karaoke! / Confetti

Watch now before they’re gone👉 https://en.jff.jpf.go.jp/

*Due to licensing restrictions, some films are not available in certain countries and regions.