10/10/2023
Namaskara & Konnichiwa! Mega Indo-Japan Culture Promotion Festival Enthrals Bengaluru: A Celebration of Art, Culture, & Collaboration
"Bengaluru, Sunday, 24th Sept.: The City of Bengaluru witnessed a spectacular celebration of Indo-Japan culture as the SIF: Sakuraa India Foundation, under the leadership of Mr Bengaluru Sreedhar- Founder & Managing Trustee, hosted a grand Indo-Japan Culture Promotion Festival on 24th September@Yuvapatha, Jayanagar.
Sri. CK Rama Murthy MLA, Jayanagar, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest, lauding SIF's commendable efforts in training Karnataka youth in Technical skills & Japanese Lang. facilitating their placements in Global /Indian / Japanese companies.
"Exploring the Stars and Cultures: A Fascinating Day for Students"
Dr B.N.Suresh, Chancellor of IIST & a distinguished ISRO Scientist, shared the thrilling journey of Chandrayaan with eager students.
"Diplomatic Support & Collaborations: A Bright Future Ahead"
Mr Hokuto Kaya, Deputy Consul General, CG Japan, Bengaluru, and Mr Avaneesh Shukla from the PoE - Ministry of External Affairs, the government of India, expressed their delight at the event, emphasizing the importance of popularizing Japanese collaboration.
"Cultural Exchange and Collaborations: A Vision for India-Japan Relations"
Mr Yoshifumi Murakami from the Japan Foundation, India; Ms Yoko Minnori from SIC: Suzuki Innovation Center; Dr Harishkumar Madhyastha, Associate Professor, University of Miyazaki, Japan, and Dr Venkappayya R Desai, Director of IIT-Dharwad, inspired students and parents with their discussions on Japanese Culture, Discipline, Industry-Academia Collaborations, Research Collaborations, & and industrial development.
"A Feast for the Heart and Mind: Inspiration and Lunch for All"
Mrs Thejasvini Ananthakumar, the Founder of Adamya Chethana, provided a delicious lunch for all the participants.
"Sponsors' Commitment to Art and Culture: A Vision Realized"
Ms Nalini George and Mr Shamanth Nagaraj, representing Rakuten India, the leading sponsoring company, highlighted the company's commitment to fostering art and cultural exchange between India & Japan.
"A Unified Vision for Education: Strengthening Partnerships"
Mr Saideep Rathnam of Mizuho India Japan Study Center: IIM-B'luru, our MoU partner, expressed the organization's commitment to supporting future programs.
"A Cultural Fusion: Yakshagana and Japanese Dances Enthrall the Audience"
The event offered captivating performances of Yakshagana and traditional Japanese dances, including Kannada songs sung by Japanese artists.
The Japan on Canvas event was brought to life through the visionary efforts of SIF in collaboration with ToonMedia & the indefatigable INBCC team, making it a resounding success.
Mrs Anuraadha Sreedhar, Deputy Managing Trustee of SIF, extends heartfelt thanks to all supporters who made this event a resounding success.
Jai Hind ! Jai Japan ! Jai Bharath !
Mega Indo-Japan Culture Promotion Festival Enthrals Bengaluru: A Celebration of Art, Culture, and CollaborationNamaskara & Konnichiwa !!!"Over 100 Students, ...