The Saudi Ministry of Culture is set to observe Saudi Cultural Week in Osaka, Japan, from 12th to 15th July at Expo-Gallery EAST.
Saudi Cultural Week reflects the Kingdom’s commitment to fostering cultural dialogue and celebrating cultural heritage and intersections between the two nations, and marks the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Saudi Arabia and Japan.
The four-day programme is made up of exhibitions, live demonstrations, and cultural experiences showcasing Saudi heritage and encouraging cultural dialogue and exchange with Japan.
Organised by the Saudi Ministry of Culture with the participation of esteemed cultural entities including the Heritage Commission, the Royal Institute of Traditional Arts (Wrth), the Prince Mohammed bin Salman Global Center for Arabic Calligraphy, Saudi Artisanal Company, and the King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives (Darah), Saudi Cultural Week will feature a diverse program of exhibitions and live demonstrations.
In addition to the scheduled activities, the Saudi Pavilion at Expo will also remain open throughout the event period, offering visitors further opportunities to explore the Kingdom’s culture and heritage.
What to expect during Saudi Cultural Week
Visitors will experience the Saudi Heritage Majlis, a traditional gathering space inscribed on UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, where they will be welcomed with Saudi hospitality experience.
The ambience will be complemented by performances from a Saudi oud musician and a Japanese shamisen musician.
With that in mind, the programme also includes live demonstrations of handicrafts such as Sadu weaving, palm frond weaving, pottery, and calligraphy, all of which highlight the Kingdom’s designation of 2025 as the Year of Handicrafts and the shared artistic traditions of both countries.
In addition, a photographic exhibition curated by the King Abdulaziz Foundation for Research and Archives will showcase significant moments in Saudi-Japanese relations over the past seven decades, offering a visual narrative of historical moments.
