Hands-on workshops and stage performances turned the festival into a lively cultural exchange. Discover how simple crafts sparked meaningful connections between Japanese visitors and Ukrainian artists.
The Japan-Ukrainian Cultural Association JUCA presented national traditions and art at a multicultural festival in Nagoya, bringing together Japanese and Ukrainians around a shared creative endeavor.
The Multicultural Festival in Midori Ward, Nagoya, took place in the Midori Ward Administration building. The team of Ukrainian activists prepared a program that allowed visitors not only to observe but also to touch Ukrainian heritage with their own hands.
Motanky and Dances in Nagoya: The Interactive Part of the Festival
The event program was rich and interactive: under the guidance of masters, children and adults eagerly created traditional Ukrainian amulet dolls during a motanky-making workshop.
The artistic portion of the festival was continued by JUCA Entertainment artists, who presented vocal and dance numbers that drew particular interest from the Japanese audience.
The culmination was a joint on-stage interactive session: after the performance, all who wished had the opportunity to master the basic moves of Ukrainian folk dance.
This day was filled with sincere emotions, new acquaintances, and mutual cultural understanding. We thank all the organizers for the invitation and the Ukrainians who contributed to presenting Ukraine at a high level.
– NPO JUCA
Organizers emphasized that participation in such events fosters a deeper understanding of Ukraine in Japan and strengthens ties between communities.
In the Japanese city of Nagoya, on February 23, a rally and march were held in support of Ukraine, timed to the fourth anniversary of Russia’s full-scale armed invasion.
AloJapan.com