Picasso, through the Eyes of Paul Smith: An Adventure in Playfulness
Viewing Art in a Venue Layout That Enhances the WorksThe exhibition is organized in collaboration with the Musée National Picasso-Paris “Picasso, through…
Author: Hiroko Ohiwa
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Special Exhibition Celebrating 160 Years of Amity between Belgium and Japan: A Journey of Artistic and Knowledge Exchanges at Kokugakuin University Museum
Belgium, which this year saw a visit by Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress, has built a very good long-standing relationship with…
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Unique and Global | An event bringing together Japanese and Romanian cultures was held in Tokyo.
The Romanian Institute of Culture (ICR) Tokyo and the Romanian Embassy in Japan, at the invitation of the Romanian National Institute for…
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Ao Dai: A Cultural Symbol of Vietnam Vietnamese Ao Dai: A Splendid Fashion Show Held in Tokyo
Thanks to the efforts of Thai Thu Hong, the Vietnamese Ambassador’s wife and the Vietnamese Embassy in Japan, a fashion show showcasing…
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Vietnam Festival 2026 Held at Yoyogi Park: Experience Vietnam’s Growth and Culture
The Vietnam Festival is back again this year! First held in 2008 as an officially supported cultural exchange event by the Vietnamese…
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Princess Aiko Attends Laos Festival 2026 in Tokyo; Event Marks 14th Festival Since 2007
The Laos Festival is held annually with the aim of introducing Laotian culture and traditions and promoting exchange with the people. Last…
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The 4th Irish Film Festival Held in Tokyo: Screening Outstanding Films Reflecting Irish Culture, Society, History, and Landscapes
While it’s easy to imagine Ireland as a cultural powerhouse, having produced literary giants like George Bernard Shaw and James Joyce, Ireland…
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Experience the Liberating Spirit of Africa Up Close Bazaar : Hosted by the Association of African Ambassadors’ Wives (AWAAJ)
In the grand hall of the Ambassador’s Residence in Nakameguro, Tokyo, African ambassadors’ wives set up colorful booths. The selection of goods…
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Bucharest Opera Festival Commemorative Gala Concert Held at the Romanian Embassy in Japan: General Director, Artistic Director, and Divas Visit Japan
Hosted by the Romanian Cultural Institute This year, the 5th Bucharest Opera Festival will be held in Bucharest, the capital of Romania….
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Lao Embassy in Japan Holds “LAO FASHION AND CULTURE FESTIVAL”: Modern Designs of Traditional Laotian Textiles for the 70th Anniversary of Japan–Laos Diplomatic Relations
Laos, which celebrated the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations with Japan in 2025, attracted considerable attention due to the visit of Princess…
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The Collector Chosen by Kyōsai, the “Demon Painter”: The Israel Goldman Collection Exhibition
Currently, the most popular painters are arguably Itō Jakuchū and Kawanabe Kyōsai. Kyōsai is known as a genius who was highly active…
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Learn Authentic Tunisian Cuisine – Cooking Class Hosted by Madam Rym, the Spouse of the Tunisian Ambassador to Japan
This year marks the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Tunisia and Japan. On March 20, 1956, Tunisia, formerly a French colony,…
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“The Maeda: Legacy of a Prosperous Samurai Family” – A Magnificent Exhibition Commemorating the 100th Anniversary of the Maeda Ikutokukai Foundation
The Maeda family of the Kaga Domain—whose first lord was Maeda Toshiie, a master of the spear known as “Yari no Matasuke,”…
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Portuguese Ambassador to Japan Attends Urawa Reds Match at Saitama Stadium: A Connection Forged Through Portimonense, a Portuguese Football Team
In March, His Excellency Mr. Gilberto Jerónimo, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Portugal to Japan, visited Saitama Stadium at the invitation of…
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“New Hope: Imagery of Salvadoran Wildlife”: Ruriko Escobar Exhibition in Japan
Hosted by the Embassy of El Salvador in Japan Japan and El Salvador have a long and distinguished relationship, with 2025 marking…
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“Soen – Beyond Division”: Serbian Music Concert by Trio Chaleur & Soen Members in Japan
Hosted by the Embassy of the Republic of Serbia in Japan (“The House of Serbia” in Japan) Relations between Serbia and Japan…
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Stories from an Island City: Expressing “Co-Imagine, Co-Create, Co-Evolve” Through Music
Hosted by the Embassy of the Republic of Singapore in Tokyo This year marks the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Singapore…
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A Musical Journey Through Greek Composers with Greek Diva Ms. Ada Athanasopoulou
This year’s Greek Independence Day celebrations included a special surprise. At the invitation of the new Ambassador, Olga Kliamaki, who took office…
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Greek Embassy Holds National Day Reception | Celebrating Independence Day, World-Renowned Greek Diva Sings the National Anthem
Every year, March 25th is a very important day for Greece. In 1821, modern Greece declared independence from the Ottoman Empire, marking…
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Seikado Bunko Art Museum Exhibition : Where Beauty is Served : Kaiseki Vessels and Spirit of Tea Ceremony – Until June 14th
The Seikado Bunko Art Museum houses 6,500 pieces of Oriental art collected over approximately 60 years by Iwasaki Yanosuke, the second president…
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Minato Ward’s “Play, Meet, Learn: Spring Rokusan Hiroba Festa” Romanian Embassy Participates and Holds Workshop
The project was organized by Romanian Cultural Institute in Tokyo, in partnership with Embassy of Romania. The “Spring Rokusan Hiroba Festa” was…
