The City of Albi and its partners are organizing the 5th edition of the 'Japan Fortnight in Occitanie', presenting a rich program of cultural activities. This event, which was very successful last year, will highlight Japan through various workshops, conferences, film screenings, tea ceremonies, and introductions.
Among the highlights is a photography exhibition titled 'Japan Through the Lens of a Young Photographer' by Scilia Ourtilane, running from November 19 to December 3 at the Carré public centre-ville. A detailed conference on this visual journey is scheduled for Sunday, November 29.
Martial arts enthusiasts can try Ken Jutsu on Thursday, November 19, at the Dojo Renshinkan. Strategy will be the focus on Saturday, November 21, with an introduction to the game of Go at the Ludothèque La Marelle, organized by the Albi Japon association.
On Sunday, November 22, the Toulouse-Lautrec Museum will host a conference on Itō Jakuchū, a master of Japanese painting, led by Anita Henry. On November 23 and 24, cooking workshops led by Arnaud, chef of the restaurant Sento Bento, will teach participants how to prepare mochi and soba noodles.
The Mangalbi Café will offer a manga customization workshop on leather with Richie Custom Choose on November 25. On November 27 and 30, calligraphy art workshops will be held at the Espace Conférences. On Sunday, November 29, the Mercure Hotel will host an event centered around Pokémon cards and manga.
Finally, on Wednesday, December 2, the Médiathèque Pierre-Amalric will organize a quiz about Japan for adults and teenagers aged 11 and up. The event is initiated by the Occitanie Region in collaboration with the Embassy of Japan in France and the Fondation Groupe Dépêche du Midi.
