The 150th anniversary of Japanese-German relations (150 Jahre Freundschaft Deutschland-Japan)
2011 is the 150th anniversary of Japanese-German relations.
Because 150 years ago today (24th January 1861) the Prusso-Japanese Treaty was secured.
A variety of events will be held through the year both in Japan and Germany.
【In Japan】
・German Rock Festival at Embassy of Germany in Japan (August 2011)
・German Festival at Yokohama Osanbashi Pier (2nd and 3rd October 2011)
This is the highlight in the calender of events!
All Events in Japan; http://dj150.jp/d/events.php
【In Germany】
・Japan Day at Düsseldorf (21.-28.5.2011)
Since Nowhere else in Germany live as many Japanese people as in Düsseldorf,
Japan day is held on Düsseldorf every year. This year it will be held for a week.
・Japan Fest 2011 at München (17.7.2011)
Introduction in traditional Japanese culture, in costume, a fun Japanese festival.
・The 36th Japan Week at Frankfurt am Main (05.-11.11.2011)
Since 1986, the event has been touring cities around the world,
this year it will be held in Frankfurt.
The exhibition introduce Japanese life, culture, traditional arts, music and fashion.
All Events in Germany; http://www.de.emb-japan.go.jp/dj2011/veranstaltungen-d/index.html
【In both countries】
・Jointly issued Commemorative Postage Stamp go on sale (on 24.1.2011 in Japan, 3.2.2011 in Germany).
Ich muss Schluss machen.
That's all for today! See you.