The Vietnam-Japan Festival 2025 became vibrant as thousands of visitors, including many foreigners, flocked to 23-9 Park on the evening of March 8th.
The entrance to Lotus Zone, a bustling Japanese-style shopping area - Photo: HONG PHUC
Hotter than the weather
"This year, we aim to attract around 450,000 visitors, surpassing last year's record," said Seiko Hashimoto, a member of the Japanese Senate and chair of the Japanese organizing committee for the Vietnam-Japan Festival, as she observed the crowds flocking to 23-9 Park in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.
From around 5 PM, the food stalls, shopping areas, and art stages began to bustle with activity. Many young people took advantage of the opportunity to visit the festival after work, while families and groups of friends also arrived early to immerse themselves in the lively atmosphere.
The Vietnam-Japan Festival is not only the largest event showcasing Japan in Vietnam, but also serves as a cultural bridge, strengthening the relationship between the people of the two countries.
In November 2025, a festival promoting Ho Chi Minh City is expected to take place in Tokyo for the first time, opening up opportunities for cultural exchange and fostering friendly relations between Vietnam and Japan.
"It was too hot during the day, so I decided to come to the festival in the evening when the weather was cooler," shared Thu Ha, a visitor, expressing her curiosity about the Bon Odori dance performance at 6 PM.
In the sweltering heat of March in Ho Chi Minh City, shady green spaces become ideal stopping points for tourists. Food stalls, especially beverage counters, are always bustling.
The 10th Vietnam-Japan Festival features 115 exhibition booths showcasing trade, food, and tourism from businesses in both countries.
Numerous visitors attended the Vietnam-Japan Festival 2025 - PHOTO: HONG PHUC
In addition, the series of unique cultural and artistic exchange programs will feature approximately 30 stage performances with the participation of Vietnamese and Japanese artists.
The impressive performances promise to create a rich and engaging experience for visitors.
Hand in hand, looking towards the future.
Against the backdrop of a world facing numerous challenges such as division and fractured global relations, Takebe Tsutomu, honorary chairman of the Japanese festival organizing committee, emphasized the importance of cooperation between the two countries.
In his role as a special advisor to the Japan-Vietnam Parliamentary Friendship Alliance, he affirmed that Vietnam and Japan need to strengthen their ties in the spirit of "Holding hands tightly, looking towards the future."
"I hope the Vietnam-Japan Festival will continue to play an important role as a cornerstone in realizing that goal," Mr. Takebe Tsutomu shared. He also expressed his belief that the strong bond between the two countries will become a positive driving force for the younger generation, contributing to building a better future.
Ministop staff enthusiastically invite customers to browse and purchase various refreshing drinks - Photo: HONG PHUC
Many children eagerly wait for their turn to experience the ski area - Photo: HONG PHUC
The Ichibiki booth, a Japanese brand specializing in food products such as miso (soybean paste), soy sauce, and various sauces, is always bustling with visitors eager to sample the flavors of Japanese cuisine. - Photo: HONG PHUC
Not only Vietnamese and Japanese tourists, but many international visitors also spend time experiencing the festival - Photo: HONG PHUC
A young child experiences logical thinking methods at the Gakken Classroom booth - Photo: HONG PHUC
Young people enjoy the bamboo pole dancing experience - Photo: HONG PHUC
Source: https://tuoitre.vn/dong-dao-nguoi-dan-du-khach-do-ve-le-hoi-viet-nhat-2025-2025030820033467.htm
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