JQ Magazine

Bringing Japan a Little Closer to You

JQ magazine is an online publication edited and published by JET alum Justin Tedaldi (Kobe-shi, 2001-02). Launched in 2009, our aim is to present topical Japan-related culture, events and activities in New York and abroad to our 74,000+ readers through a diverse range of articles and news. For story ideas or advertisements, please contact us via email.

Below is a feed of our latest articles. Click here for an archive of our print issues and newsletters, which ran from 1998-2010.

Justin Tedaldi 6/29/23 Justin Tedaldi 6/29/23

JQ Magazine: Nippon Coast to Coast — Anime Expo, JAnime, ‘Demon Slayer’ Live

Anime Expo, JAnime and a live screening of ‘Demon Slayer’ are the hottest events this July!

Justin Tedaldi 6/4/23 Justin Tedaldi 6/4/23

JQ Magazine: Nippon in New York — Ryuichi Sakamoto’s ‘KAGAMI,’ The Joy of Sake, Japan Drum + Dance

This month features the return of The Joy of Sake, Kiki’s Delivery Service on the big screen, and a pair of unique showcases of traditional, and virtual Japanese performing arts!

Justin Tedaldi 5/14/23 Justin Tedaldi 5/14/23

JQ Magazine: Nippon in New York — Yayoi Kusama, Kyary Pamyu Pamyu, MAN WITH A MISSION

This month sees the return of an all-new exhibition and Infinity Mirrored Room by celebrated artist Yayoi Kusama, plus world tour kickoffs by Kyary Pamyu Pamyu, MAN WITH A MISSION, and more!

Justin Tedaldi 3/27/23 Justin Tedaldi 3/27/23

JQ Magazine: Nippon in New York — ‘Spirited Away: Live on Stage,’ ‘Plan 75,’ RADWIMPS

Spring is here, and what better way to enjoy the equinox than the U.S. theatrical premiere of “Spirited Away: Live on Stage,” a director Q&A-assisted run of “Plan 75,” and a two-night stand by J-rock darlings RADWIMPS!

Justin Tedaldi 2/28/23 Justin Tedaldi 2/28/23

JQ Magazine: Nippon in New York — Shinkai’s ‘Suzume’ Premiere, Baryshnikov’s ‘The Hunting Gun,’ Nemophila Rocks Gramercy

This month includes the North American premiere of Makoto Shinkai’s Suzume, plus jazz concerts, a Baryshnikov ballet, and a special performance from the all-female metal group Nemophila!

Justin Tedaldi 1/27/23 Justin Tedaldi 1/27/23

JQ Magazine: Seijun Suzuki Centennial, The Last Rockstars, ‘AKUTAGAWA’

A century of Seijun Suzuki, The J-rock event of the season, and kuruma ningyo at Japan Society!

Justin Tedaldi 11/30/22 Justin Tedaldi 11/30/22

JQ Magazine: Banksy Exhibition, Holiday Lanterns, 8-Bit Big Band

Ring in the holiday season with the NYC Winter Lantern Festival across four different locations! Plus, the return of Noh to Japan Society, special film screenings, and 35 years of Final Fantasy, symphony-style!

Justin Tedaldi 10/26/22 Justin Tedaldi 10/26/22

JQ Magazine: Nippon in New York — ‘One Piece Film: Red,’ Totoro Japan Society, Isayama at Anime NYC

This month sees the American debut of the biggest “One Piece “ film ever, a special stage preview for Totoro at Japan Society, and the creator of “Attack on Titan” comes to Anime NYC!