Event report (Sagamihara International Festival 2023)

Sagamihara International Festival 2023

*Added ``Status of the day''. (2024.1.31)

　“Sagamihara International Exchange Festival” was held on October 2023, 10. We would like to express our gratitude to the many people who came to our event under the theme of ``Building Bridges to the World'' and for making it a successful conclusion.

　At the festival, the national characteristics of foreign countries are introduced, incorporating food and history, and participants walk and dance on stage like a fashion show while wearing ethnic costumes, as well as perform authentic ethnic music. As I watch and listen to them, I realize that even though their culture and history are different from Japan, their splendor is something to behold.

　In the sweets-making class from each country, children happily move their hands and look forward to eating them. In the world play, they can experience the unique fun of each country. In the learning class, they learn about Chinese poetry, Chinese tying, and more. A very enjoyable time was provided through a variety of programs.

　In addition, a special stage was set up outdoors, and the enjoyment was felt by the people singing, including choruses, light music, light music from the Andes region, and traditional Okinawan music.

　"Sagamihara International Lounge" is an organization of Sagamihara City that disseminates administrative information of Sagamihara City and various information about daily life to foreigners living in Sagamihara City. Anyone who has one can visit the museum, so it is a place where many people can visit not only during this festival, but also at any time.

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