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Riyadh Art Program: Call for Entries for Tuwaiq Sculpture Exhibition 2025

The annual exhibition is a cornerstone of the Riyadh Art Program. SPA
The annual exhibition is a cornerstone of the Riyadh Art Program. SPA
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Riyadh Art Program: Call for Entries for Tuwaiq Sculpture Exhibition 2025

The annual exhibition is a cornerstone of the Riyadh Art Program. SPA
The annual exhibition is a cornerstone of the Riyadh Art Program. SPA

The Riyadh Art Program has called on artists to participate in the 6th edition of the Tuwaiq Sculpture exhibition themed "From Time to Time," which will run from August 4 to September 1.

The annual exhibition is a cornerstone of the Riyadh Art Program, a major initiative to enhance the city’s cultural landscape. The event brings together leading sculptors from Saudi Arabia and the world to create public art installations using local stone.

By providing a platform for artists to showcase their work, the exhibition aims to enrich Riyadh’s cultural fabric, improve the quality of life for residents and visitors, and foster a vibrant public art scene.

Previous editions have attracted over 120 entries from both domestic and global artists.

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Hayy Matsuri in Jeddah Celebrates Japanese Culture

A group of tourists look at chopsticks products at the Tsukiji Outer Market in Tokyo on January 10, 2025. (Photo by Philip FONG / AFP)
A group of tourists look at chopsticks products at the Tsukiji Outer Market in Tokyo on January 10, 2025. (Photo by Philip FONG / AFP)
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Hayy Matsuri in Jeddah Celebrates Japanese Culture

A group of tourists look at chopsticks products at the Tsukiji Outer Market in Tokyo on January 10, 2025. (Photo by Philip FONG / AFP)
A group of tourists look at chopsticks products at the Tsukiji Outer Market in Tokyo on January 10, 2025. (Photo by Philip FONG / AFP)

The second edition of the Japanese Hayy Matsuri cultural festival, held under the theme "Saudi Celebrates Japan," was inaugurated on Thursday in Hayy Jameel, Jeddah.
The festival, which runs until January 11, aims to enhance cultural exchange between Saudi Arabia and Japan, emphasizing the vital role of art in fostering communication and promoting mutual understanding among cultures.
This year's festival provides a cohesive cultural experience that blends tradition with creativity. It features a diverse range of activities, including musical performances by both Saudi and Japanese artists, with highlights such as the Kingdom's premiere of "Electronicos Fantasticos!" and performances by Daisuke Tanabe.

Visitors can also participate in interactive workshops to explore the arts of origami, Japanese calligraphy, and Ikebana, the art of flower arrangement.
In addition to live performances, the festival includes screenings of Japanese manga and films, traditional tea ceremonies, and a variety of anime-related projects. Attendees can also enjoy cosplay competitions, a board games zone, printmaking activations, and traditional live demonstrations celebrating Japanese cultural and artistic practices.
A cultural market showcasing over 30 vendors offers products inspired by Japanese culture and authentic Japanese cuisine, allowing visitors to experience the rich flavors of historical Japanese culinary traditions.
The festival celebrates the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Saudi Arabia and Japan, reflecting the profound cultural ties between the two nations. It fosters mutual understanding and creates connections through cultural and artistic exchange.