Maison de la culture du Japon à Paris, Cultural center and concert hall near Tour Eiffel, Paris, France.
The Maison de la culture du Japon à Paris is a cultural center and concert hall located in the 15th arrondissement of Paris. The building spans multiple floors with exhibition spaces, a performance hall, and a specialized library dedicated to Japanese culture.
The center opened in 1997 as the primary venue for Japanese cultural exchange in the French capital. Since its establishment, it has developed into a leading institution for presenting Japanese arts and traditions.
The center presents regular exhibitions of Japanese art and hosts traditional music performances for visitors. You can participate in workshops focused on practices such as origami and calligraphy.
The center is accessible near Bir-Hakeim metro station and operates from Tuesday through Saturday between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM. It is helpful to check in advance for special exhibitions or events during your visit.
The center maintains its own film collection and regularly presents the annual KINOTAYO film festival in its dedicated screening room. In addition, it offers comprehensive language courses for visitors interested in learning Japanese.
Location: 15th arrondissement of Paris
Inception: 1997
Official opening: May 13, 1997
Phone: +33144379595
Website: https://mcjp.fr/fr
GPS coordinates: 48.85472,2.28972
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:41
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