Entertainment

Việt Nam’s film industry seeks collaboration at Tokyo International Film Festival

Saturday, Nov 01, 2025

Việt Nam is the first, and currently the only, film market in Asia to surpass its pre-COVID-19 revenue level. The market share of Vietnamese films reached 44 per cent in 2024, compared to 25 per cent for American films.

Life & Style

Artist Lê Hữu Hiếu honoured by the National Federation of UNESCO Associations in Japan

Sunday, Oct 19, 2025

The award honours individuals, artists and cultural practitioners, who have made significant contributions to preserving, promoting and sharing cultural values.

Event

Vietnamese community in Japan celebrate Mid-autumn festival

Monday, Sep 29, 2025

President of the Vietnamese Association in the Kansai region Lê Thương said the festival was not only a joyful day for children but also an opportunity to strengthen solidarity within the Vietnamese community while preserving cultural identity and passing on...

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Japanese books take centre stage at Fahasa bookstores

Tuesday, Jun 24, 2025

A standout feature this year is “Manga Fest 2025”, showcasing celebrated comic titles and also offering author meet-and-greets, cosplay performances, and other interactive activities.

Heritage

Huế, Japan’s Nara prefecture cooperate to promote cultural heritage values

Thursday, Jun 05, 2025

As of June 2025, there had been 20 foreign direct investment projects from Japan to Huế with a total registered capital of more than US$247 million.

Event

2025 Việt Nam Culture Festival held in Osaka

Monday, Mar 31, 2025

The Việt Nam Culture Festival 2025 was held in Sakai city, Japan’s Osaka prefecture on yesterday.

Life & Style

Vietnamese boyband to perform in Japan on cultural day

Friday, Mar 28, 2025

Singers Tiến Đạt, Tiến Luật, Hà Lê, Rhymastic, Binz, Quốc Thiên, and Duy Khánh will perform in a mini concert directly in front of the Sakai City Hall as their ''gift'' to the Vietnamese community.

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Cultural exchange showcases Japanese, Vietnamese traditions

Friday, Mar 21, 2025

This year, the Việt Nam – Japan Cultural Exchange marked its 10th edition at Đông Á University in Đà Nẵng City.

Entertainment

Vietnam-Japan Friendship House inaugurated in Long An province

Tuesday, Dec 17, 2024

Construction of the Việt Nam-Japan Friendship House began in July last year as part of the integrated Waterpoint urban area.

Sports

VN lose first Olympic qualifier

Wednesday, Mar 02, 2016

Viet Nam fought hard before losing 0-2 to China in the first match of the Asian Football Federation Women''s Olympic Tournament qualifier at the Nagai Stadium yesterday in Osaka, Japan.

News

Japanese Film Festival 2015 opens

Thursday, Nov 05, 2015

Tomorrow, the Japanese Film Festival 2015 will open at the National Cinema Centre (NCC) with the screening of the movie Beyond the Memories at 7.30pm.

News

Festival celebrates Japanese fashion, cuisine

Thursday, Nov 05, 2015

The Japan with Kilala 2015 festival featuring Japanese fashion and cuisine will be held at the Gem Center on November 14.

Sports

Disabled Vietnamese athletes to train in Japan

Tuesday, Nov 03, 2015

Vietnamese disabled athletes in the swimming and weightlifting teams will leave for Japan today for a short training session.

News

Sai Gon International Guitar Festival 2015 to open

Saturday, Oct 31, 2015

The Sai Gon International Guitar Festival 2015 will open at the HCM City Music Conservatory from November 11-15.

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Viet Nam orchestra hosts free harp classes

Thursday, Oct 15, 2015

The Viet Nam National Symphony Orchestra, in-coordination with the Japan Foundation Centre for Cultural Exchange, have organised free Getting to know the Harp classes.