The program was officially opened by the Ambassador of Japan to the Republic of Serbia, H.E. Mr. Tsutsumi Naohiro, who addressed and greeted the audience.
Throughout the day, visitors had the opportunity to learn about various aspects of Japanese culture through a series of lectures and workshops.
Milijana Vujaklija gave a lecture on the Japanese tea ceremony, presenting the significance and symbolism of this important cultural practice. Tatjana Božinović held a lecture on the art of kintsugi, the traditional Japanese technique of repairing ceramics that emphasizes the beauty of imperfection. A lecture on the kimono, its history, meaning, and ways of wearing it, was delivered by Akari Obo. A lecture on Ainu culture, accompanied by an amulet-making workshop, was presented by our colleague Alena Spasić.
In addition to the lectures, creative workshops in origami and Japanese calligraphy were also organized. These activities attracted a large number of visitors of all generations and allowed them to engage directly with these traditional arts.
The strong interest from the public and the exceptional attendance confirmed that there is a significant interest in Japanese culture in Serbia. The Ethnographic Museum expresses its gratitude to the Embassy of Japan in the Republic of Serbia, as well as to all lecturers and participants, for their successful cooperation and support in the realization of this event.
