Archive · 12 Aug 2025
Japan Festival in Bengaluru Fosters Cultural Exchange
The Japan Festival, called Kala Kabe, was a big party at Ekya School Byrathi where Japan and India celebrated their cultures together.
The main event was a special painting made by kids from both countries, led by an artist named Teiko Nishimori.
There were also fun things like learning origami and writing poems, a tea ceremony, and a market.
The festival helped people make friends and learn from each other through art.
The Japan Festival, or Kala Kabe, celebrated Japanese and Indian culture at Ekya School Byrathi.
The festival featured a collaborative mural created by students from India and Japan, led by Teiko Nishimori.
Hokuto Kaya, Consulate-General of Japan in Bengaluru, unveiled the mural.
The event included performances, workshops, a tea ceremony, and a bazaar.
Miho Sakata Malhan organized the festival to promote cultural exchange.
- Who
- Organized by Miho Sakata Malhan, featured students, Teiko Nishimori, and dignitaries.
- What
- The Japan Festival, Kala Kabe, celebrating Japanese and Indian cultures.
- When
- Not explicitly stated, but occurred recently.
- Where
- Ekya School Byrathi in Bengaluru, India.
- Why
- To promote cultural exchange and creativity between Japan and India.
- Event Name
- Japan Festival - Kala Kabe
- Location
- Ekya School Byrathi, Bengaluru
- Main Feature
- India & Japan Children’s Mural Project
- Mural Artist
- Teiko Nishimori
- Organizer
- Miho Sakata Malhan
