Hoi An to host cultural exchange with Japan

The exchange will consist of 22 activities, with the opening ceremony to be held at 19:30 p.m. at Hoi An Park on August 2.

Furthermore, art performances and exhibitions such as cosplaying, traditional Japanese dolls exhibition, and a musical show will also be staged at the An Hoi Sculpture Park, in the Old Quarter, and along the Hoai River banks from morning until night.

Most notably, the Old Quarter will host the reenactment of a 17th-century wedding procession held for Vietnamese Princess Ngoc Hoa and Japanese businessman Araki Sotaro.

Local boat teams and tourists will race on the Hoai River, while traditional Japanese doll exhibition will take place at the Japanese Culture Gallery.

According to the organising board, the event will create an opportunity to popularise and honour traditional cultures, enhance mutual understanding, and affirm the strong relationship that exists between Vietnam and Japan. It will also serve to attract tourists to Hoi An, an ancient city that boasts a long history, diverse culture and traditional beauty and charm.