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Saudi Gazette
4 days ago
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- Saudi Gazette
Saudi Cultural Week kicks off in Osaka to mark 70 years of Saudi-Japanese ties
Saudi Gazette report OSAKA — The Saudi Cultural Week officially launched in Osaka, Japan, on Saturday, celebrating 70 years of diplomatic relations between Saudi Arabia and Japan. Organized by the Ministry of Culture, the event will run through July 15 at the Expo 2025 Osaka site. The weeklong celebration highlights the Kingdom's rich heritage and growing creative industries, placing special focus on the 2025 Year of Handicrafts initiative. The program introduces Japanese and international audiences to traditional Saudi crafts, artisanal demonstrations, and a photography exhibition chronicling the history of Saudi-Japanese relations. Participating entities include the Heritage Commission, the Royal Institute of Traditional Arts (Wirath), the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Global Center for Arabic Calligraphy, King Abdulaziz Foundation (Darah), and Harf Saudi Company. Together, they present a vibrant schedule of live cultural activities and interactive displays. A traditional Saudi majlis (sitting area) offers visitors Saudi coffee and dates accompanied by a joint musical performance, reflecting the Kingdom's famed hospitality. Meanwhile, Saudi and Japanese artisans collaborate on live demonstrations of date palm weaving, sadu (a traditional form of weaving), and pottery-making. The Royal Institute of Traditional Arts is also exhibiting hybrid crafts that blend Japanese and Saudi elements, with student-led workshops inviting visitors to try hands-on techniques such as kimono ornamentation and bisht weaving. In parallel, the calligraphy center stages live performances where Saudi and Japanese calligraphers use handmade paper crafted from palm fronds. The King Abdulaziz Foundation is showcasing a photographic timeline of Saudi-Japanese ties, capturing key diplomatic moments and cultural exchange milestones over the past seven decades. Saudi Arabia's pavilion at Expo 2025 will continue to host over 700 cultural events, providing visitors with an immersive experience that showcases the Kingdom's diversity, heritage, and forward-looking transformation agenda. The pavilion also highlights national priorities such as sustainability and Vision 2030 through a range of engaging, multimedia exhibitions.
Arab News
7 days ago
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- Arab News
Saudi Arabia to host cultural week in Osaka
OSAKA: The Kingdom's Ministry of Culture will host a Saudi Cultural Week in Osaka from July 12 to 15, which will highlight the nation's rich heritage and showcase handmade products. Taking place at the Expo Gallery EAST, the event coincides with the 70th anniversary of diplomatic ties between Japan and Saudi Arabia. It will feature the Heritage Commission, the Royal Institute of Traditional Arts, and the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Global Center for Arabic Calligraphy. Additionally, the King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives will present a series of photographs highlighting the cultural relations between the two nations. Saudi Arabia's Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka will feature more than 700 immersive cultural activities, showcasing the Kingdom's innovation and heritage, the Saudi Press Agency reported recently. The cultural week is a part of the Kingdom's broader initiative to strengthen ties between Saudi Arabia, Japan and other nations.
Asharq Al-Awsat
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Ministry of Culture to Host Saudi Cultural Week in Osaka
The Ministry of Culture will host Saudi Cultural Week in Osaka, Japan, from July 12 to 15, 2025, at Expo Gallery EAST. The event highlights the "Year of Handicrafts 2025" as a key aspect of Saudi cultural heritage, showcasing the quality and creativity of Saudi handmade products to the Japanese and international communities. It also coincides with the celebration of the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the Kingdom and Japan, SPA reported. Taking part in the event are the Heritage Commission, the Royal Institute of Traditional Arts (Wrth), and the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Global Center for Arabic Calligraphy, each presenting a series of interactive activities that celebrate Saudi heritage and reflect its rich cultural depth and historical roots. The King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives (Darah) will showcase photographic content that highlights the historical and cultural ties between the Kingdom and Japan. The Saudi Pavilion at Expo 2025 will feature over 700 cultural activities, offering visitors an immersive experience of the Kingdom's rich heritage. It will also showcase Saudi Arabia's efforts in sustainability and national transformation through creative, informative presentations that reflect its traditions, progress, and future vision. The Saudi Cultural Week in Osaka is part of a series of cultural weeks regularly organized by the Ministry of Culture to promote international cultural exchange. The event aims to deepen cultural ties between the Kingdom and Japan, foster connections between their peoples, and open new avenues for international collaboration in creative fields, contributing to the global presence and influence of Saudi culture.
Arab News
24-04-2025
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- Arab News
Saudi and Greek ministers chair inaugural meeting of joint cultural committee
JEDDAH: Saudi Minister of Culture Prince Badr bin Abdullah bin Farhan and his Greek counterpart, Lina Mendoni, chaired the inaugural meeting of the Saudi-Greek Strategic Partnership Council's Culture Committee on Wednesday. The ministers said it was important to strengthen cultural cooperation between Riyadh and Athens, and activate a memorandum of understanding they signed in July 2022, the Saudi Press Agency reported. Prince Badr said the committee will help achieve this. The ministers praised the Saudi Cultural Week hosted by Athens from Sept. 27 to Oct. 1, 2024, which showcased musical and theatrical performances, films, traditional crafts, food, Arabic calligraphy and fashion from the Kingdom. Greece participated at Saudi International Crafts Week in Riyadh in November 2024, and the Benaki Museum in Athens is taking part in the Islamic Arts Biennale, which began in January in Jeddah and continues until May. Other senior Saudi and Greek officials present at the committee meeting included Alexis Konstantopoulos, the Greek ambassador to the Kingdom.
Arab News
19-02-2025
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- Arab News
Kingdom exhibits rare manuscripts in Doha
RIYADH: The Kingdom's Libraries Commission is showcasing several rare manuscripts outlining the nation's heritage at the ongoing Saudi Cultural Week in Doha. The event, organized by Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Culture in collaboration with its Qatari counterpart, began on Tuesday and will end on Feb. 21. Being held at Darb Al-Saai, it aims to highlight Saudi Arabia's culture and promote international exchange as a part of Vision 2030, the Saudi Press Agency reported. The event also has programs and projects aimed at developing the library sector and enhancing access to knowledge. This participation aligns with the commission's efforts to elevate Saudi Arabia's culture globally, strengthen ties with Qatar, and engage Gulf and international audiences, the SPA report added. The Kingdom's Year of Handicrafts 2025 initiative is being showcased for the first time at the event, with a dedicated corner offering information about the project. Ten skilled Saudi Arabia artisans are displaying traditional arts and handicrafts, including Al-Hasawi Bisht weaving and tailoring (a traditional men's outer cloak), Al-Sadu weaving (a traditional textile), and iqal crafting (a traditional headband). There are several interactive screens illustrating various handicrafts and their unique characteristics. The event also features live culinary demonstrations by five top Saudi Arabia chefs, where visitors can sample authentic dishes from the Kingdom.
