“Beautiful Handicrafts of Tohoku, Japan” exhibition opens in HCMC

(Cinet)- The exhibition entitled “Beautiful Handicrafts of Tohoku, Japan” was opened in Ho Chi Minh City on October 31.

Jointly organised by the Japan Foundation Centre for Cultural Exchange in Viet Nam and the Consulate-General of Japan in HCM City. The event aims to mark the March 11 anniversary of the 2011 earthquake and tsunami in the Tohoku region, according to the organisers.

The Tohoku region, known for its beautiful mountains and seascapes as well as its rich local culture and history, suffered unprecedented damage and destruction as a result of the natural disasters. The handicraft industry was also seriously affected. However, the local residents have been working hard to rebuild their lives.

The display features works of well-known local artisans such as Kanjiro Kawai, Shoji Hamada, Keisuke Serizawa and Shiko Munakata, in different crafts, such as ceramics, lacquer ware, textiles, metalwork, wood and bamboo crafts, allowing visitors to explore the diverse and exquisite world of Tohoku traditions.

At the opening ceremony, Nakajima Satoshi, Japanese Consul-General in Ho Chi Minh City , expressed his hope that the exhibition will help Vietnamese people understand the beauty of Japanese culture.

The exhibition will lastuntil November 11.

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