Introducing nearly 70 traditional and modern dolls crafted directly in Japan

The Japan Foundation Center for Cultural Exchange in Vietnam in collaboration with the Da Nang Museum of Fine Arts organizes the exhibition 'Japanese Dolls' from May 30 to June 20.

The "Japanese Doll" exhibition takes place in the context of Vietnam and Japan having many activities to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Japan - Vietnam diplomatic relations (September 21, 1973 - September 21, 2023), aiming to contribute to promoting the beauty of Japanese culture to the Vietnamese people.

Since ancient times, dolls have been an indispensable part of the daily lives of Japanese people, reflecting the cultural customs, aspirations, and religious beliefs that have been passed down through the centuries of the people here.

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Japanese dolls are divided into different lines according to craftsmanship and materials, as well as theme and shape.

For the Japanese, dolls are not just decorative objects but also confidants, helping to express the owner's emotions. Therefore, most traditional Japanese dolls have many expressive nuances and gestures, demonstrating the ingenuity of the doll makers.

The exhibition features nearly 70 traditional and modern dolls crafted directly in Japan, and is displayed in two areas: Humanoid Dolls and Kokeshi Wooden Dolls.

In area one of the exhibition, visitors will be able to admire 32 beautiful dolls depicting a variety of characters from children to adults, with settings ranging from everyday life to drama.

All dolls are meticulously crafted by the talented hands of many artisans over many years, each artisan taking charge of a separate stage in the process. Therefore, these dolls have high artistic value and are often given as gifts on special occasions.

In the second area of the exhibition, visitors will be able to admire unique Kokeshi wooden dolls provided by the Tsugaru Kokeshi Museum.

Kokeshi originated in the Tohoku region (Northeast) of Japan in the 19th century and were often sold as souvenirs to children in hot spring towns in the region.

Each town produces its own line of Kokeshi, with its own unique patterns and techniques. The 12 Kokeshi lines will be displayed in detailed comparison, in a variety of sizes, along with modern Kokeshi models, including 5 models inspired by Vietnamese culture.

At the exhibition, visitors can also try on traditional Yukata costumes, practice Japanese Origami paper folding and have the opportunity to receive extremely cute paper dolls.

Through experiencing these rich Japanese doll works, audiences will gain a sense of depth and diversity, as well as a better understanding of the creativity of Japanese culture.

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