The Japan Information & Culture Center (JICC)
[IMPORTANT NOTE: The JICC Library is closed to visitors from October 1, 2025 to January 31, 2026. We apologize for the inconvenience during this time that we carry out some office renovations.]
The Japan Information and Culture Center (JICC) is part of the cultural and public affairs section of the Consulate General of Japan in Los Angeles. We provide information on a wide variety of topics about Japan, exchange programs and local services and events. Our purpose is to promote a better understanding of Japan and Japanese culture and to strengthen Japan-U.S. relations through cultural programs, educational outreaches, and social media content. For more information, please see the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' page on Japan's Public Diplomacy.
The JICC is located in the office of the Consulate General of Japan in Los Angeles; our facilities include a browsing library that functions as a reading and screening room, accessible through the Consular Section entrance on the 17th floor of the City National 2CAL building.
Please click here for our holiday schedule and for access to our location.
JICC Services
General Information & Outreach
- Respond to written, telephone, electronic, and in-person* inquiries -- see our contact information below
- Maintain a Local Events Calendar of Japanese cultural activities and Japan-related events
- Issue press releases & maintain media relations
- Send speakers to teach about Japan and Japanese culture, from elementary school visits through university lectures
JICC Library (closed from October 1, 2025 to January 31, 2026)
- Maintain public reading room and library of books and videos
- "Japan in a Suitcase," cultural items for loan to educators and qualifying groups
Educational Resources
- Distribute educational packets to students, teachers, and others
- Give information about study and exchange programs to Japan, including the JET Program and MEXT Scholarships
- Provide application materials and catalogs for universities in Japan
- Advise and connect students and teachers to study opportunities in Japan
Contact Us
*During the closure of the Library…
■ If you would like to visit the Japan Information and Culture Center to pick up reserved items or speak with JICC staff, even during the closure of the Library, you will need to make a reservation. Please contact infoj@ls.mofa.go.jp with your desired date and time, as well as the full names of everyone who will be coming (in English, the same name as the ID you will be presenting).
■ We are on the same holiday schedule as the Consulate General.
■ Important: Please note that at the reception desk of the building, we ask that you present proof of your identity, such as a driver's license, student ID, or passport.
Directions to the JICC Library and Consulate General of Japan
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General inquiries (English), Local Events Calendar | |
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General inquiries (Japanese); Japanese media; Information about things in Japan | |
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JET Program inquiries | |
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MEXT Scholarships, Study in Japan | |
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School Visits Program, Library & Videos |
