Rainbow rising
Presenting nearly 60 artworks by Japanese "rainbow artist" Ay-O, the exhibition Ay-O: Hong Hong Hong is the artist's first solo exhibition in the city.
Arts
Youth-driven exhibition adds spark to Thailand’s soft power aspirations
Recognised as trendsetters, influencers and trend followers in the realm of soft power, Thai youth are encouraged to collaborate with local communities, government and private…
Ngu Xa bronze casting: preserving an age-old artistic legacy
Over the past 500 years, Ngu Xa bronze casting has evolved into magnificent masterpieces of national art. However, despite enduring various challenges, the village now has only…
Ho Chi Minh City seeks to build “film city”
The growth rate of Vietnamese cinema in terms of the number of theatres and film market share is impressive. The film industry is expected to grow at an average annual rate of…
Sanxingdui exhibition offers immersive peek behind the masks
The turquoise-eyed bronze heads, golden masks, holy trees, ceremonial altars and deity statues reveal the mysterious faces of a culture dating back more than 3,000 years.
Reviving E De brocade weaving: a creative journey
E De women meticulously weave cloth on handlooms. The resulting fabric serves various purposes, from everyday blankets and skirts to precious dowries for weddings or offerings for…
Donald Keene’s views of Watanabe Kazan seen in special museum exhibition in Aichi
The museum is located at the ruins of Tahara Castle, a structure with architecture reminiscent of the time when the castle was built. The current exhibit is a special exhibition…
Record-breaking Batt’bang circus raises awareness
Their accomplishment involved setting a Guinness World Record for the longest circus performance, lasting an impressive 24 hours, 30 minutes and 10 seconds.
Unveiling the ‘Dolliverse’
These seemingly inanimate figures serve as more than mere playthings. They have become a pathway for young people to delve into an exploration of their identities and expressions.
Cemeteries, columbariums in South Korea reinvent themselves as sanctuaries for the living
Cemeteries and columbariums are evolving to incorporate art galleries, cafes and inviting green spaces, catering to not only grieving people but to ordinary visitors.