At the end of this month, the Cultural Palace in the Diplomatic Quarter will come alive with the vibrant spirit of Japan at a free two-day event.

Japanese Tea Ceremony via unsplash motoki-tonn

Taking place on Friday November 22 and Saturday November 23, the 'Japan Festival' has been organised by Japan External Trade Organisation (JETRO) Riyadh, the Japanese Association in Riyadh, and the Embassy of Japan in Saudi Arabia, in collaboration with the Royal Commission for Riyadh City.

Over the course of two days, visitors will be invited to experience the best of Japan, in the heart of Riyadh.

Discover more about Japan, and immerse yourself in a world of intriguing and unique culture. From a demonstration of Japanese swordsmanship, umbrella juggling and karate exhibits, there are plenty of thrilling and high energy demonstrations and performances set to take place. In addition to these showcases, visitors will also be able to experience the intimate and traditional experience of a Japanese tea ceremony and even an anime song competition.

Visitors will also be able to get involved in some hands on workshops and experiences. There will be an origami demonstration and workshop that the whole family will love, in addition to a mizuhiki workshop (the twisting of a thin, decorative cord for presentation on a card or envelope) and you will also be able to take home a piece of art - your name written or painted in traditional Japanese calligraphy style.

Japan Asian Culture via unsplash remi-bertogliati

Japanese Kimono via unsplash nguyen-tp-hai

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For women, a unique styling experience can be enjoyed - although only a select number of spaces are available daily, to try on and experience dressing in traditional Japanese kimono.

Entry to the Japan Festival at the Cultural Palace in the Diplomatic Quarter will be entirely free for the whole family, but pre-registration is required in order to visit. If you are a resident of the DQ, pre-registration is not required. Register your visit for just one day, or for both days - just make sure you do it before you arrive or you could be denied entry. Click here to register.

The festival promises to be a cultural extravaganza.

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Set to take place in Japan from April to October of next year, Expo 2025 will bring the world together in the dynamic destination of Osaka for six months. This Expo edition aims to explore the theme of 'life' and help to foster relationships between countries, communities and networks around the globe for the benefit of the world's population.

And the architectural firm, Foster + Partners have unveiled the plans for the Saudi Arabian Pavilion planned for Expo 2025.

Set to be located on the Yumeshima waterfront in Osaka, the Saudi Arabian Pavilion will offer visitors a spatial journey, reminiscent of exploring the historic towns and cities of the Kingdom. The pavilion will also include an immersive audio-visual experience and allowing visitors to discover the hidden treasures of Saudi Arabia.

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Japan Festival Riyadh 2024,
Friday November 22, from 5pm - 10pm, and Saturday November 23, from 3pm - 10pm
Free entry but pre-registration is required (before November 17)
Register Here
Cultural Palace, Diplomatic Quarter, Riyadh

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