CJC events calendar

Events

CJC regularly holds and sponsors events that bring members and the wider community together to enjoy Japanese culture. We also highlight local events that may interest CJC members.

Community organizers are welcome to request a listing for an event relevant to Canberra’s Japanese community by emailing details to events@canberrajapanclub.org.au for consideration.

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August 2026

Event of interest Public welcome

Takashi Wakasugi — Wabi-Sabi Comedy

An encore Canberra Comedy Festival performance from Japanese comedian Takashi Wakasugi.

Date

7 August 2026 (Friday)

Time

20:15

Location

The Street Theatre — Street One
15 Childers Street, Canberra ACT 2601
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An encore Canberra Comedy Festival performance from Japanese comedian Takashi Wakasugi.

Canberra Comedy Festival
14 Friday Stretching Club 11:00–12:00 CJC Club Members only
CJC Club Members only

Janyukai Mahjong Club

A welcoming monthly mahjong session for beginners and experienced players.

Date

22 August 2026 (Saturday)

Time

13:00–16:30

A welcoming monthly mahjong session for beginners and experienced players.
28 Friday Stretching Club 11:00–12:00 CJC Club Members only
30 Sunday CJC AGM & Annual Luncheon 2026 11:45–14:30 East Hotel CJC Major Event Public welcome

September 2026

11 Friday Stretching Club 11:00–12:00 CJC Club Members only
25 Friday Stretching Club 11:00–12:00 CJC Club Members only
CJC Club Members only

Janyukai Mahjong Club

A welcoming monthly mahjong session for beginners and experienced players.

Date

26 September 2026 (Saturday)

Time

13:00–16:30

A welcoming monthly mahjong session for beginners and experienced players.

October 2026

9 Friday Stretching Club 11:00–12:00 CJC Club Members only
CJC Major Event Public welcome

CJC Spring Festival 2026

CJC’s annual spring celebration of Japanese culture and community connection.

Date

18 October 2026 (Sunday)

Time

11:30–14:00

Location

Cook Community Hall
41 Templeton Street, Cook ACT 2614
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CJC’s annual spring celebration of Japanese culture and community connection.
23 Friday Stretching Club 11:00–12:00 CJC Club Members only
CJC Club Members only

Janyukai Mahjong Club

A welcoming monthly mahjong session for beginners and experienced players.

Date

24 October 2026 (Saturday)

Time

13:00–16:30

A welcoming monthly mahjong session for beginners and experienced players.

November 2026

13 Friday Stretching Club 11:00–12:00 CJC Club Members only
27 Friday Stretching Club 11:00–12:00 CJC Club Members only
CJC Club Members only

Janyukai Mahjong Club

A welcoming monthly mahjong session for beginners and experienced players.

Date

28 November 2026 (Saturday)

Time

13:00–16:30

A welcoming monthly mahjong session for beginners and experienced players.

December 2026

11 Friday Stretching Club 11:00–12:00 CJC Club Members only
25 Friday Stretching Club 11:00–12:00 CJC Club Members only
CJC Club Members only

Janyukai Mahjong Club

A welcoming monthly mahjong session for beginners and experienced players.

Date

26 December 2026 (Saturday)

Time

13:00–16:30

A welcoming monthly mahjong session for beginners and experienced players.

January 2027

8 Friday Stretching Club 11:00–12:00 CJC Club Members only
22 Friday Stretching Club 11:00–12:00 CJC Club Members only
CJC Club Members only

Janyukai Mahjong Club

A welcoming monthly mahjong session for beginners and experienced players.

Date

23 January 2027 (Saturday)

Time

13:00–16:30

A welcoming monthly mahjong session for beginners and experienced players.

February 2027

12 Friday Stretching Club 11:00–12:00 CJC Club Members only
26 Friday Stretching Club 11:00–12:00 CJC Club Members only
CJC Club Members only

Janyukai Mahjong Club

A welcoming monthly mahjong session for beginners and experienced players.

Date

27 February 2027 (Saturday)

Time

13:00–16:30

A welcoming monthly mahjong session for beginners and experienced players.

March 2027

12 Friday Stretching Club 11:00–12:00 CJC Club Members only
26 Friday Stretching Club 11:00–12:00 CJC Club Members only
CJC Club Members only

Janyukai Mahjong Club

A welcoming monthly mahjong session for beginners and experienced players.

Date

27 March 2027 (Saturday)

Time

13:00–16:30

A welcoming monthly mahjong session for beginners and experienced players.

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