Culture Groups London

Japanese Culture - Monthly Pub Social

**Welcome to our group!** **グループへようこそ！** ​Whether you're curious about Japan, a fan of Japanese culture, or a native speaker yourself, this is a great place to share your passion, socialise or practice your language skills. 日本文化に興味がある方、日本が大好きな方、ネイティブの方も大歓迎です！趣味を共有したり、交流を深めたり、語学スキルを磨いたりできる温かいコミュニティです。 ​Our events are a fun way to create lasting friendships through cultural exchange. 文化交流を通じて、楽しみながら素敵な友情を育むことができます。 ​**Where we'll meet \| 開催場所** We meet on the first Saturday of each month at the Cittie of Yorke pub, a short walk from Chancery Lane Station. 毎月第1土曜日に、チャンセリー・レーン駅から徒歩すぐのパブ「Cittie of Yorke」で集まっています。 ​We've reserved a room for our group. Walk straight to the end of the corridor, into the pub - we'll be in the room just to the left of the bar. みんなの個室を予約しておいたよ。 下をまっすぐ進んでパブに入ったら、バーカウンターのすぐ左側にある部屋にいるね。 If the reserved room gets busy, please feel free to use the main pub area too. 😊 ご予約のお席が混み合っている場合は、店内の他のスペースもご自由にお使いください。 There’s always a friendly mix of regulars and newcomers - everyone is welcome いつも常連さんから初参加の方まで和気あいあいと楽しんでいますので、どなたでもお気軽にご参加ください Feel free to come and go whenever you like, but please remember to RSVP if you plan to join 途中の出入りは自由ですが、準備の都合上、事前参加登録（RSVP）をお願いいたします We can’t wait to meet you, and share some laughs and great memories together 皆さんとお会いし、一緒に楽しい思い出を作れることを楽しみにしています

Japanese & Korean Culture - Cafe Social 🇯🇵

**Welcome to our group!** **私たちのグループへようこそ！** ​If you're interested in Japanese cultural exchange, this is the perfect place to share your passion, socialise, or practice your language skills. 日本文化に興味がある方は、ぜひ私たちのミートアップにご参加ください。情熱を共有したり、交流したり、語学力を磨いたりするのに最適な場所です。 ​This will be a joint event with the Korean Culture Meetup. 合同イベントのお知らせ： 今回は「韓国文化ミートアップ」との合同イベントになります。 ​**Location | 開催場所** We meet monthly at Ediné, a cosy Korean cafe near Holborn, where we have the upstairs area reserved for our group - feel free to grab a delicious drink or snack and join us! 毎月、ホルボーン（Holborn）駅近くにある居心地の良い韓国カフェ「Ediné」で集まっており、2階スペースを貸切にしています。お好きなドリンクやスナックと一緒に、ぜひお気軽にご参加ください！ ​**Waitlist Policy | ウェイティングリストについて** Seating is limited, so if you're on the waitlist, please arrive after 3:30 PM, when the cafe gets a bit quieter. 席数に限りがあるため、ウェイティングリストにお並びの方は、店内が少し落ち着く午後3時30分以降にお越しください。 ​**What to Expect | イベントの雰囲気** There’s always a friendly mix of regulars and newcomers - everyone is welcome. 初参加の方と常連さんが混ざり合った、和やかな雰囲気です。どなたでも大歓迎です！ ​ Unfortunately the venue isn't Wheelchair accessible. あいにく、会場は車椅子非対応となっております。 ​ **Flexible Seating | 自由な席移動** We have a wide range of interests in this group, so feel free to move around the tables and chat with different people whenever you like. Don’t worry about switching seats to find your crowd! 多様な興味を持ったメンバーが集まっていますので、いつでも自由にくつろいで他のテーブルの人とおしゃべりしてください。自分に合ったグループを見つけるために席を移動しても全く問題ありません！ ​**RSVP Notice | 注意事項** We aim to welcome everyone who wants to come, but RSVPs may close if the waitlist grows too long. 参加を希望されるすべての方を歓迎したいと考えておりますが、ウェイティングリストが長くなりすぎた場合はRSVPを締め切ることがあります。 ​See you soon! 👋 近いうちにお会いしましょう！

Korea Exhibition at the British Museum 🇰🇷

Japanese Culture Cafe Social @ Mowchi 🌸

If you can’t usually make it to our weekend events, this one’s for you - we’re bringing our café social to a weekday evening! ​普段週末のイベントに参加できない方もご安心ください！今回は平日夜の特別開催です！ ​Join us for a fun evening with people who share your passion for Japanese culture. Feel free to socialize or practice your language skills in a cozy, relaxed atmosphere. ​日本文化に興味がある仲間が集まり、楽しい時間を過ごしませんか？リラックスした雰囲気の中で、楽しくおしゃべりしたり、語学の練習をしたりと自由にお過ごしいただけます。 ​**Location | 開催場所** We’ll meet at Mowchi, a bubble tea and Japanese café in Camden Town. Just look for the small "Meetup" sign on our table. カムデン・タウンにあるタピオカ＆和風カフェ「Mowchi」で開催します。テーブルに置かれた小さな「Meetup」の目印を探してくださいね。 ​**What to Expect:** **イベントの雰囲気** Our events always have a mix of newcomers and regulars; everyone is welcome. ​いつもアットホームでフレンドリーな雰囲気です。初参加の方も常連さんも混ざって楽しんでいます。 ​Group members have a wide range of interests - including anime, food, travel, and language learning, so feel free to move around and chat with different people. You’ll definitely find your crowd! ​アニメ、グルメ、旅行、語学学習など、参加者の興味・関心は様々です。自由に席を移動して色々な方とお話ししてみてください。きっと気の合う仲間が見つかるはずです！ ​See you soon! 😊 ​皆様にお会いできるのを楽しみにしています！

C is for...Crime in Victorian London Talk + Londoners On Trial @ London Archives

**TICKETS ARE NOW SOLD OUT!** **Join us at the London Archives for a talk about 'Crime in Victorian London - The Realities of Charles Dickens'. We'll also have time to explore the 'Londoners On Trial: Crime, Courts and the Public 1244-1924' exhibition before the talk starts.** **Talk: 'Crime in Victorian London - The Realities of Charles Dickens' by Patrick Voss, Blue Badge Guide. 50-60 minutes plus Q&A.** Discover what author Charles Dickens got right about Victorian crime, poverty and the workhouse, and how dangerous London really was. Dickens portrayed a world of pickpockets, thieves, and child exploitation - with fictional characters such as Oliver Twist, Fagin, Bill Sikes and the Artful Dodger. Crime features heavily in his novel Oliver Twist with offences ranging from pickpocketing, burglary, and handling stolen goods, to violent assault and murder. But how accurate was this picture of Victorian crime? Patrick Voss explores the real conditions behind the fiction, including the workhouse system, urban poverty, and the pressures of life in the largest city in the world. This talk will reveal how dangerous it was in Victorian London and why Dickens wrote so urgently about it. **Read more here:** **[https://www.thelondonarchives.org/whats-on/crime-in-victorian-london-the-realities-of-charles-dickens](https://www.thelondonarchives.org/whats-on/crime-in-victorian-london-the-realities-of-charles-dickens)** **Exhibition:** **'Londoners On Trial: Crime, Courts and the Public 1244-1924** This exhibition explores the history of law and order in London, uncovering the stories of London’s criminals, victims and law enforcers from the medieval period to modern times. Drawing on extensive archives, it examines how the growing city was governed and Londoners’ enduring fascination with true crime. Through cases involving figures such as Moll Cutpurse, Dick Turpin, Jack Sheppard, Oscar Wilde, and Sylvia Pankhurst, the exhibition reveals how historical records can illuminate lives, homes and the streets of London’s past. **Read more here:** **[https://www.thelondonarchives.org/visit-us/exhibitions/londoners-on-trial](https://www.thelondonarchives.org/visit-us/exhibitions/londoners-on-trial)** *** **MEET DETAILS:** **FROM 1.15pm: MEET AND GREET AT FWD CAFE (Optional)** Address: 54 Farringdon Rd, London EC1R 3BL Look out for the LoMAZ sign on the cafe table. **1.45PM: EXPLORE THE EXHIBITION - 'LONDONERS ON TRIAL: CRIME, COURTS AND THE PUBLIC 1244-1924'** Address: The London Archives, 40 Northampton Rd, London EC1R 0HB **3PM: TALK - 'CRIME IN VICTORIAN LONDON - THE REALITIES OF CHARLES DICKENS'** **4.30PM: PUB SOCIAL @ THE CROWN TAVERN (optional)** Address: 43 Clerkenwell Green, London, EC1R 0EG We'll head to a nearby pub for a social chit chat over drinks. Depending on numbers, we may not be able to book a table to seat *everyone*, so there *may* be some standing/mingling. *** **TICKETS:** **You will need to purchase your own ticket for the talk. Tickets cost £10.** **Please book here:** **[https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/saturday-talk-crime-in-victorian-london-the-realities-of-charles-dickens-tickets-1997333982709?aff=TWeb](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/saturday-talk-crime-in-victorian-london-the-realities-of-charles-dickens-tickets-1997333982709?aff=TWeb)** **GETTING THERE:** **[https://www.thelondonarchives.org/visit-us/getting-here](https://www.thelondonarchives.org/visit-us/getting-here)** **EVENT WHATSAPP GROUP:** Please join the event WhatsApp group to help you find the group on the day. The link will be posted in the Event Comments 48 hours before the event, for those on the confirmed going list. *NB* *Joining this WhatsApp group will make your phone number visible to other members in the group.* **PLEASE READ:** LoMAZ events are run by volunteers. If you RSVP but can no longer attend, please change your RSVP as soon as possible, otherwise you will be marked as a 'no show'. Please see the **[About Us section](https://www.meetup.com/london-museums-a-z-for-30s-40s/)** for more information about the group and how it works. **Thank you for your interest in the group & being part of LoMAZ.** 📸 Follow LoMAZ on **[Instagram.](https://www.instagram.com/londonmuseumsatoz/)**

N is for...'The 90s: Art and Fashion' exhibition at Tate Britain

*"Optimism: that’s what defined the ’90s. There wasn’t a lot of money floating around, but you didn’t need much. We had imagination. Oh, and people went out. We all had day jobs, but we’d roll out of a club and go straight to work. The ’90s was about people searching for identities – and having fun doing it."* (Edward Enninful, curator) **Join us at Tate Britain as we explore the The 90s: Art and Fashion exhibition - a decade characterised by its bold creativity and rebellious spirit** Curated by fashion industry game changer Edward Enninful OBE, whose lived experience of the decade informs the exhibition, *The 90s: Art and Fashion* examines a defining period in which a groundswell of creativity changed the face of British culture. As Britain began to emerge from recession, a new dawn of optimism, freedom, and rebellion was ushered in, epitomised by a new generation of diverse creative talent. Seen through Edward Enninful’s eyes, this sense of opportunity resulted in art, design, fashion and photography fusing into one potent cultural force, signalling an audacious renewal of British spirit. The exhibition explores how long-held hierarchies were dismantled, with high art and pop culture feeding into one another, and reflects both the energy and the challenges of the decade, looking at the enduring influence of key figures who emerged during this time. *The 90s: Art and Fashion* brings together photography, fashion, art and design, including iconic images by photographers including Juergen Teller, David Sims and Corinne Day. These are shown alongside the work of artists like Steve McQueen, Damien Hirst, Sarah Lucas, and Yinka Shonibare, as well as fashion film and music culture, including collections by decade defining designers Vivienne Westwood, Alexander McQueen, and John Galliano. **Read more here: [https://www.tate.org.uk/whats-on/tate-britain/the-90s](https://www.tate.org.uk/whats-on/tate-britain/the-90s)** **And here: [https://www.vogue.co.uk/article/the-90s-tate-exhibition](https://www.vogue.co.uk/article/the-90s-tate-exhibition)** *** **MEET DETAILS:** **FROM 1.30pm: MEET IN TATE BRITAIN DJANOGLY CAFE (LOWER FLOOR) (optional)** Tate Britain, Millbank, London SW1P 4RG The host will share the table location as soon as she arrives. Look out for the LoMAZ sign on the cafe table! **2.00pm: ENTER THE EXHIBITION** Tate Britain, Millbank, London SW1P 4RG **4.00pm - Late: PUB SOCIAL (optional)** *Location tbc 48 hours before event* *** **TICKETS:** **You will need to purchase your own ticket for this event.** **Please book here:** **[https://shop.tate.org.uk/ticket/time?prid=375284-20261115](https://shop.tate.org.uk/ticket/time?prid=375284-20261115) and choose the 2:00pm slot (or thereabouts).** Ticket: £22 / £11 Art Pass Members: free **GETTING THERE:** [https://www.tate.org.uk/visit/tate-britain](https://www.tate.org.uk/visit/tate-britain) **Nearest train stations:** Vauxhall, Victoria **Nearest tube stations:** Pimlico, Vauxhall **EVENT WHATSAPP GROUP:** Please join the event WhatsApp group to help you find the group on the day. The link will be posted in the Event Comments 48 hours before the event, for those on the confirmed going list. *NB* *Joining this WhatsApp group will make your phone number visible to other members in the group.* **PLEASE READ:** LoMAZ events are run by volunteers. This event has an attendee limit as we prefer a smaller, friendlier group. If you RSVP but can no longer attend, please change your RSVP as soon as possible, **otherwise you will be marked as a 'no show'.** Please see the **[About Us section](https://www.meetup.com/london-museums-a-z-for-30s-40s/)** for more information about the group and how it works. **Thank you for your interest in the group & being part of LoMAZ.** 📸 Follow LoMAZ on **[Instagram.](https://www.instagram.com/londonmuseumsatoz/)** Image credit: Juergen Teller, Young Pink Kate, London 1998 © Juergen Teller

Korean & Japanese Culture - Cafe Social 🇰🇷

Japanese & Korean Culture - Cafe Social 🇯🇵

**Welcome to our group!** **私たちのグループへようこそ！** ​If you're interested in Japanese cultural exchange, this is the perfect place to share your passion, socialise, or practice your language skills. 日本文化に興味がある方は、ぜひ私たちのミートアップにご参加ください。情熱を共有したり、交流したり、語学力を磨いたりするのに最適な場所です。 ​This will be a joint event with the Korean Culture Meetup. 合同イベントのお知らせ： 今回は「韓国文化ミートアップ」との合同イベントになります。 ​**Location | 開催場所** We meet monthly at Ediné, a cosy Korean cafe near Holborn, where we have the upstairs area reserved for our group - feel free to grab a delicious drink or snack and join us! 毎月、ホルボーン（Holborn）駅近くにある居心地の良い韓国カフェ「Ediné」で集まっており、2階スペースを貸切にしています。お好きなドリンクやスナックと一緒に、ぜひお気軽にご参加ください！ ​**Waitlist Policy | ウェイティングリストについて** Seating is limited, so if you're on the waitlist, please arrive after 3:30 PM, when the cafe gets a bit quieter. 席数に限りがあるため、ウェイティングリストにお並びの方は、店内が少し落ち着く午後3時30分以降にお越しください。 ​**What to Expect | イベントの雰囲気** There’s always a friendly mix of regulars and newcomers - everyone is welcome. 初参加の方と常連さんが混ざり合った、和やかな雰囲気です。どなたでも大歓迎です！ ​ Unfortunately the venue isn't Wheelchair accessible. あいにく、会場は車椅子非対応となっております。 ​ **Flexible Seating | 自由な席移動** We have a wide range of interests in this group, so feel free to move around the tables and chat with different people whenever you like. Don’t worry about switching seats to find your crowd! 多様な興味を持ったメンバーが集まっていますので、いつでも自由にくつろいで他のテーブルの人とおしゃべりしてください。自分に合ったグループを見つけるために席を移動しても全く問題ありません！ ​**RSVP Notice | 注意事項** We aim to welcome everyone who wants to come, but RSVPs may close if the waitlist grows too long. 参加を希望されるすべての方を歓迎したいと考えておりますが、ウェイティングリストが長くなりすぎた場合はRSVPを締め切ることがあります。 ​See you soon! 👋 近いうちにお会いしましょう！

BCS Christmas Lunch at Kin & Deum with 10% OFF

National Gallery Picture Hunt

Please aim to turn up for 1:00-1:30 when teams are being arranged. The Hunt starts at 1:30. You're losing search time if you're late! Bring a pen please. **We meet outside the new Sainsburys entrance further down the building. I’ll be wearing a red Meetup cap.** The National Gallery was founded in 1824, after the British government bought a collection of 38 pictures from the banker and collector John Julius Angerstein, consisting of Italian, Dutch and English works. We have a unique take on Treasure Hunts that broadens your art knowledge while sleuthing around gallery rooms. You are all presented with a sheet of 20 part images taken from paintings in a few adjoining designated rooms. You will also have a map of the Gallery. The selected adjoining rooms are listed P, Q, R and S. The clipboard holder enters the room letter to note the image location. Your collective mission is to find them. Usually it’s groups of three to four depending on numbers. Or bring a team of up to three guests with you! Check previous winners and Hunt sheet in the pics below. Dead simple, right? Well, yes, if you can spot them all. Generally though, results are always close. Check photos for the previous Hunt sheet. If you’re new, you can see what your team has to do. Stella said " I was apprehensive about trying this, but once I did, I loved it, our team was great fun". We are a happy and friendly group whose membership for some now goes back ten years. It’s very addictive wandering around looking at famous artwork. Our events make you see new parts of a painting you hadn’t noticed before. Or that fresh work has been introduced. We’ve done quite a few in the last two years and feel very much at home here. We never get tired looking at famous art. I think we come here more often than paying Gallery members! There's plenty of seating around to take the odd rest and look at the same time. Our Treasure Hunts are interesting and challenging, bringing out the best of your teams detecting skills. We meet outside the Sainsburys entrance further down the building. Look out for me under a red Meetup cap! The starting process is as follows. The earlier your team sets off, the more time you have. So turning up early ready for a 1.30 start is a bonus. Team answer sheets have to be back by 3.15. We meet back in the area next to the Espresso cafe where we mark up. In case of a tiebreak, there will be a general art knowledge numerical question where the “nearest to” wins. First team prizes are interesting varieties of chocolate. There is also a prize for the funniest/outrageous team name. So there’s everything to play for. Some players are thinking of team names before they turn up! We always pop into a local pub or Wetherspoon (Magnus Pyke) for a quick drink after if anybody so wishes. Hunts are good fun and the proven experience so far is that members get to know each other better after working in teams as you all have to communicate. Great icebreakers. This is what Meetup is all about. Come and join us. **There is a £7 cash/card charge on the day. I supply a pen and clipboard but it helps you to bring a pen as well to mark your own sheets.** **Rucksacks now have to be worn front of body.** Items left in the cloakroom are charged at £3 per item. Contact number on the day is 07422334411 if your transport is delayed. If texting leave your name please. **Don’t forget to cancel via the “Edit RSVP” button if you can’t make it. Please do this well in advance when you know, so it allows good notice for someone else to take your place, and minimizes waiting about time on the day for other attendees.** **Your consideration is greatly appreciated.**

Korean Culture - Monthly pub Social

Join us for a French Adventure in Hampstead Heath!

**Are you a French speaker looking to practice your language skills in a beautiful outdoor setting?** Join us for a leisurely walk through the stunning Hampstead Heath. We'll chat in French, enjoy the fresh air, and take in the picturesque views. **What to expect:** * **French conversation:** Practice your language skills with fellow French speakers. * **Scenic walk:** Explore the beautiful Hampstead Heath. * **Friendly atmosphere:** Meet new people and make lasting friendships. **Please note:** * **Dress appropriately:** Wear comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. * **Stay safe:** Be mindful of your surroundings and follow safety guidelines. **Respect the environment:** Please leave no trace. Please note that the number of attendees listed here might not reflect the actual number of participants, as the event is also advertised on other platforms. To help cover the costs of running the group and organising these events, we kindly request a small contribution. If you're on the guestlist, please disregard the "Paid/Unpaid" status. If you're on the guest list, your attendance is expected and your payment has been processed. If you couldn't attend the previous event and contacted me beforehand, you're automatically added to the next one. Otherwise, please let me know. Please note that **RSVPs close one day before the event**. **Looking forward to seeing you there!** The London French Language Group