Opening of the 19th Hoi An - Japan Cultural Exchange

The opening ceremony took place on the evening of August 5, in Hoi An City, Quang Nam .

Opening ceremony of the 19th "Hoi An - Japan Cultural Exchange" (Photo: Ngo Linh).

In particular, this year's event is even more meaningful as it is part of a series of activities to celebrate the establishment of diplomatic relations between Vietnam and Japan (September 21, 1973 - September 21, 2023). Thereby, it contributes to enhancing mutual understanding, strengthening and promoting the close and affectionate relationship between the two countries and peoples.

Speaking at the opening ceremony, Mr. Nguyen Van Son - Chairman of Hoi An City - said that the cultural and artistic exchange programs this time were carefully invested in, with traditional and modern influences, demonstrating deep friendship, contributing to honoring and promoting the cultural beauty of the two countries.

Tourists excitedly participate in exploring the Hoi An - Japan exchange space ( Video : Ngo Linh).

The performances at the event always focus on traditional cultural and artistic materials, along with appropriate creativity. This is the basis for preserving and developing local folk art and, more specifically, the basis for Hoi An to apply to join the UNESCO Global Creative Cities Network.

Mr. Yamada Takio - Ambassador of Japan to Vietnam - said that this year marks the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan and Vietnam. He believes that the relationship between Japan and Vietnam has developed strongly and is closely connected as it is today because behind it is the "understanding and empathy between people" created by the long-standing historical and cultural connection between the two countries.

Artists introduce the opera "Princess Anio" which will be performed in Hanoi in September and in Japan in November (Photo: Ngo Linh).

As a highlight event in the 50th anniversary year, the opera Princess Anio based on the above story will be performed in Hanoi in September and in Japan in November this year.

In addition, the Japanese 50th anniversary organizing committee has carried out a manga comic project based on the story in the opera Princess Anio and specially illustrated by manga artist Higashimura Akiko.

Many activities took place during the 19th "Hoi An - Japan Cultural Exchange" (Photo: Ngo Linh).

Taking place from August 4 to August 6, the Hoi An - Japan cultural exchange event includes activities displaying documentary photos about the friendly cooperative relationship between Hoi An and Japan; wood carvings of the ancient Hoi An trading port; instructions on writing Japanese calligraphy, folding Origami and trying on Yukata costumes; Hoi An Market...

In particular, the Vietnamese - Japanese culinary space brings visitors attractive experiences.

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