March 21st
Thália Theatre, 11:00 am
Japanese Day
Origami activity, ikebana demonstration, kanji drawing, kite making, bonsai display and advice, manga, anime, go, cosplay, dance pad, Kyoto exhibition of the Japan Foundation, sushi and Japanese tea specialties in the foyer of Thália Theatre.
Új Studio:
11:00–12:00 Anime – screening of Japanese animated films (Animax)
12:00–13.00 Martial arts demonstration
Organised by the Hungarian All-Maritial Arts Federation
13:15–14:30 Tea ceremony
Speaker: Gábor Palotás
14:45–15:30 Kimono show
15:30–16:15 Haiku – Japanese poetry competition with prizes
Moderator: Judit Vihar
16:30-17:00 Concert by Kiyo-Kito Taiko Hungarian Japanese drum ensemble The year 2009 marks two anniversaries for both Japan and Hungary: the 140th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan and Hungary and the 40th anniversary of the resumption of those relations.
Diplomatic relations between Japan and Hungary began in 1869, in the time of the Austro-Hungarian Monarchy. After World War Two diplomatic relations were resumed in August 1959, in 1960 both countries opened diplomatic representations and in 1964 raised them to the rank of embassy.
After 1989, following the change of system in Hungary there was a great expansion of relations between the two countries, thanks in part to Japanese support. Since then relations between the two countries have developed steadily in the political, economic and cultural fields. This is eloquently reflected in the series of events presenting Japanese culture during the festival. The activities are free of charge and last until 5 pm.
(With the support of the Japan Foundation and Animax, and with the participation of the Hungarian-Japanese Friendly Society and the Bambuszliget Japanese Restaurant and Sushi Bar.)
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