Art exhibition “Blossoms of Existence,” is underway at the Japanese Embassy in the capital. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina’s Private Industry and Investment Advisor Salman Fazlur Rahman MP and Japanese Ambassador to Bangladesh Iwama Kiminori jointly inaugurated the art exhibition on Thursday.
The art show consists of captivating artworks by Bangladeshi artists, Rokeya Sultana and Maksuda Iqbal Nipa, who are deeply inspired by Japanese culture, philosophies, and art techniques. The exhibition explores human experience and spiritual enlightenment aiming to create a sense of harmony, purpose, and fulfilment. At the inaugural ceremony, Salman Fazlur Rahman said, “This exhibition is a testament of the friendship and cultural ties between Bangladesh and Japan. Japan has been a true and time-tested friend of Bangladesh and has supported development across multiple sectors including the arts and culture. I applaud JT International Bangladesh for this initiative and look forward to strengthening the ties between the two friendly nations.”
Japanese Ambassador Iwama Kiminori said, “The cultural exchange between Japan and Bangladesh will be a very effective instrument in strengthening bilateral relations. This exhibition not only showcases artistic talent but also embodies the spirit of collaboration and mutual understanding.”
JTIB Managing Director Paul Holloway remarked, “We have been celebrating Bangladeshi artists with a Japanese connection since our inception, through the landmark investment in 2018. We have been organising art exhibitions and supporting the learning of Japanese language in Bangladesh since 2022 and hope to continue investing in Japanese culture in Bangladesh.”
The inaugural ceremony was also attended by guests from the government, business, art, media, and other dignitaries in Bangladesh.
The exhibition “Blossoms of Existence” is designed to ignite the spark of passion for living a life of purpose for leading a meaningful and balanced life. The artists unravel the layers of existence intertwined between the culture, philosophies, and spirituality of the two countries. The artworks, styles and techniques of both the artists transcend borders, cultures and generations.
The exhibition will be open to all till 16 May at the Annex Building, Embassy of Japan between 10:00am to 7:00pm on Sundays to Thursdays and from 3:00pm to 8:00pm on Fridays and Saturdays. Visitors must show photo ID to enter the venue.
