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Ithra's Japan Cultural Days provides an immersive experience of contemporary and traditional Japanese culture. Visitors can engage in culinary experiences, enjoy performing arts and explore exhibitions showcasing Japanese culture. Hands-on workshops allow participants to engage in craft, cuisine, culture and language sessions that offer insightful bridges to the aesthetics, artistry and creativity of Japanese culture and society.
Live performances
Suzuki Shinko Nobuyuki Performance
25th January 2025
4:30 PM - 10:00 PM
All Ages
Arabic, English
Lush Garden
Dentoubunka Miraijuku Kabuki
25th January 2025
4:30 PM - 10:00 PM · 5 hrs 30 mins
All Ages
Arabic, English
Lush Garden
Nihon Buyo and Kumadori Makeup
25th January 2025
6:45 PM - 7:00 PM · 15 mins
All Ages
Arabic, English
Lush Garden
Waonwagi Kendama Show and Onstage Workshop
27th January 2025
4:30 PM - 10:00 PM
All Ages
Arabic, English
Lush Garden
Oni Kenbai Dance
5th February 2025
4:30 PM - 10:00 PM · 5 hrs 30 mins
All Ages
Arabic, English
Lush Garden
Workshops
Paper Making
24th January 2025
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
13+
Arabic, English
Ithra Tower, Level 7 - Art studio
Kintsugi (Art of Repair)
25th January 2025
4:00 PM - 4:40 PM · 40 mins
+15
Arabic, English
Plaza, The Factory
Collage Workshop
25th January 2025
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM · 3 hrs
13+
Arabic, English
Ithra Tower, Level 7 - Art studio
Crafting Traditional Japanese Folding Fans
28th January 2025
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
13+
Arabic, English
Ithra Tower, Level 7 - Art studio
Manga Craft: Writing and Drawing
6th February 2025
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
13+
Arabic, English
Ithra Tower, Level 7 - Art studio
Winds of Tradition
30th January 2025
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Families with children
Arabic, English
Children's Oasis
Activities
Metaverse Experience (A Day in Tokyo)
25th January 2025
4:00 PM - 10:30 PM
+15
Arabic, English
Plaza
Film Screenings
Exhibits
Classic Japanese Car Exhibition
6th February 2025
4:00 PM - 10:00 PM · 6 hrs
All Ages
Energy Exhibit
Children's Offerings
Once Upon a Time in Japan
25th January 2025
1:00 PM - 1:15 PM
Families with children
Arabic, English
Children's Museum
Cherry Blossoms
25th January 2025
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Families with children
Arabic, English
Children's Museum
Wooden Dolls
25th January 2025
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Families with children
Arabic, English
Children's Museum
Wonders of Printing
25th January 2025
4:15 PM - 4:30 PM
Families with children
Arabic, English
Children's Museum
Celebration Lanterns
25th January 2025
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Families with children
Arabic, English
Children's Museum
Heritage Toys
30th January 2025
10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Families with children
Arabic, English
Children's Museum
Talks
One Cut of the Dead Director Exclusive Q&A
4th February 2025
8:00 PM - 8:30 PM · 30 mins
+16
English
Cinema
Dialogue Session: Howl's Moving Castle
24th January 2025
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
+16
Arabic
Library, Level 3
Dialogue Session: A Journey in Japanese Literature
31st January 2025
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
+16
Arabic
Library, Level 3
Dialogue Session: Japan in the Eyes of Explorers
6th February 2025
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM · 1 hr 30 mins
+16
Arabic
Library, Level 3
FAQs
What is the Ithra Cultural Days Program?
Ithra Cultural Days is one of the signature programs of the King Abdulaziz Center for world culture (Ithra). It reflects Ithra’s mission to foster creativity , knowledge and new cultural experience. This program is a global cross-cultural engagement from around the world to Ithra, offering our audiences an illuminating window into other diverse and rich cultures.
Why Japan?
Japan was selected as the focus for this year’s Cultural Days Program to celebrate 70 years of diplomatic , relations between Saudi Arabia and Japan — a significant milestone in our collaboration and friendship. This event provides a unique opportunity to highlight the rich cultural exchange and mutual respect between the two nations.
When is the event happening?
The event will run from January 23 to February 8, 2025.
What are the times of the events and activations?
4:00 – 10:30 p.m.
Where are the activations of the event?
The events will take place in the Ithra Plaza, the Children’s Museum, Ithra Tower, the Theater, the Lush Garden and the Energy exhibit.
What is the target audience?
Families and Youth.
Do I require tickets to attend the events?
Most of the event activations are free. However, a few workshops require purchasing tickets.
Will there be movies screening in the Ithra Cinema?
Yes.