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Ithra's Japan Cultural Days Draws Over 200,000 Visitors

Ithra's Japan Cultural Days Draws Over 200,000 Visitors
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Ithra's Japan Cultural Days Draws Over 200,000 Visitors

Ithra's Japan Cultural Days Draws Over 200,000 Visitors

The Japan Cultural Days event at the King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra) has experienced an exceptional turnout, attracting over 200,000 visitors since its launch. People of all ages have engaged in the wide range of activities offered.
Running until February 8, the event features an array of workshops, interactive experiences, and premier performances. Numerous schools and universities have joined in to explore and immerse themselves in Japanese culture firsthand. Japanese crafts have proven especially popular among attendees, sparking significant excitement for the event, SPA reported.
A captivating metaverse experience, set up in Ithra's plaza, has enabled visitors to virtually journey to Japan, explore its vibrant markets, and experience traditional celebrations. Moreover, panel discussions have delved into the history of anime, emphasizing its cultural significance. Speakers highlighted the profound themes explored in Japanese films and their quest for understanding the world. Another panel focused on Japanese literature, examining the distinctive traits of Japanese novels influenced by visual arts and the Japanese perspective.
Within Ithra's gardens, visitors can various Japanese musical genres and watch entertaining shows by performing groups from Japan.

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Culture Ministry Announces Cultural, Knowledge Programs for UAE Reading Month 2025

The programs will feature diverse array of cultural and knowledge-based activities. WAM
The programs will feature diverse array of cultural and knowledge-based activities. WAM
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Culture Ministry Announces Cultural, Knowledge Programs for UAE Reading Month 2025

The programs will feature diverse array of cultural and knowledge-based activities. WAM
The programs will feature diverse array of cultural and knowledge-based activities. WAM

The Ministry of Culture announced that key entities across the UAE will organize a diverse range of cultural and knowledge programs during the UAE Reading Month in March 2025.

The initiative aligns with the Ministry’s ongoing efforts to enhance reading habits and individuals' skills, the Emirates News Agecny (WAM) reported.

The initiative reflects the UAE’s long-term vision and the wise leadership's commitment to fostering a culture rooted in science and knowledge, facilitating the necessary infrastructure and environment to create an advanced knowledge-based society, WAM said Wednesday.

The announcement was made during a press conference held at Al Safa Art and Design Library in Dubai, in the presence of Mubarak Al Nakhi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Culture, Shatha Al Mulla, Acting Assistant Undersecretary of National Identity and Arts Sector in the Ministry of Culture, Dr. Saeed Mubarak bin Kharbash, Chief Executive Officer of the Arts and Literature Sector at Dubai Culture, Dr. Amal Al Qahtani, Director of School Development and Support Department at the Ministry of Education, Khoula Al Mujaini, General Coordinator of Sharjah Book Authority, Asmaa Al Mutawat, Founder and President of Salon Al-Multaqa, and Shaikha Al-Mutairi, Secretary General of the Emirates Writers Union.

The programs will feature diverse array of cultural and knowledge-based activities organized by various ministries, local entities, and public interest associations. Their primary objective is to cultivate reading habits by emphasizing the role of reading in driving sustainable development and enhancing cultural awareness.

“The UAE Reading Month initiative reflects the nation’s long-standing vision to create a highly educated, well-informed society and drive sustainable development. It also signifies the country’s commitment to enhancing cultural awareness among its people,” said Mubarak Al Nakhi.

“The activities organized as part of Reading Month initiative highlight the Ministry’s ongoing efforts to position reading as a pivotal instrument for culture and knowledge development. It further aligns with the ambitious ‘UAE Centennial 2071’ plan, which aims to elevate the UAE’s position as a global hub for innovation and culture by leveraging reading as a key enabler of this vision.”

He added that “reading Month is a significant intellectual and cultural milestone, and serves as a far-reaching strategic initiative aimed at raising awareness of the role of reading in personal growth and community development.”

Reading Month 2025 will feature a diverse range of activities and events hosted at the Ministry’s Cultural and Creative Centers across the Emirates. These events will include the launch of multiple initiatives by local cultural entities and institutions aimed at fostering a reading culture among all members of society.