Japanisches Kulturinstitut

The Japanese Cultural Institute is an educational facility in Cologne's Neustadt-Süd district dedicated to sharing Japanese culture with German speakers. It provides language courses, research programs, and cultural events open to interested visitors.

The facility was founded in 1969 as the German branch of the Japan Foundation and became a center for cultural exchange in Cologne. Since its establishment, it has played an important role in introducing Japanese culture to German-speaking regions.

The center regularly presents exhibitions and films that introduce Japanese art forms and traditional crafts to local audiences. Visitors can experience these cultural practices firsthand and gain deeper insight into Japanese traditions.

The institute is located on Universitätsstrasse and is accessible on weekdays and weekends. It helps to check the website or call ahead to learn about current events and any schedule variations.

The institute maintains an extensive library of Japanese materials that visitors can access for research and learning. This collection makes it a valuable resource for anyone wanting to explore Japanese culture and language more deeply.

Location: Neustadt-Süd

Inception: 1969

GPS coordinates: 50.93520,6.92554

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:01