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Hoi An – Japan cultural exchange to be held in Quang Nam

VGP - The 16th Hoi An – Japan cultural exchange will take place in Hoi An ancient city, the central province of Quang Nam from August 17 to 19.

June 13, 2018 5:11 PM GMT+7

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The event, co-held by Hoi An city and the Japanese embassy and agencies in Viet Nam, marks 16 years of cooperation and exchange between the Vietnamese city and Japan, and promotes exchange and cooperation on culture, tourism, training and trade between Quang Nam province and Japanese partners.

Diverse activities will be held during the event such as the opening ceremony, Hoi An - Japan cultural exchange 2018, features a plenty of cultural and art activities such as a photo exhibition on the diversification of Vietnamese culture, a Hoi An - Japan art exchange, a Judo martial arts performance and Hoi An - Japan traditional handicrafts, and others. 

Viet Nam - Japan gastronomy and cultural exchange and exhibition, meeting with Japanese investors, workshop on building and building smart city associated with environmental protection, congress of Viet Nam - Japan Friendship Association in Quang Nam.

Hoi An Ancient City was one of the busiest trading ports of Southeast Asia in the 17th and 18th centuries. Since its inception in the 16th century, many traders, especially those from Japan, camethe city for trade, building cultural works and unique architectures. 

This is a beautiful symbol of cultural exchange and the long-term relationship between the two countries. Maintaining the organization of the annual Hoi An - Japan cultural exchange is a testament for the strong relationship in all fields between Viet Nam and Japan.

The opening ceremony will see the performances of artists and bands from Japan and Viet Nam.

                                                                                                                                       By Vien Nhu