Asia Society x VisAsia Council| Japan Supernatural: Cultural Diplomacy Re-imagined (Sydney)
VIEW EVENT DETAILSHow do Japan’s beliefs, folklore and tradition influence and aid its actions on the global stage?
Kawanabe Kyōsai School for Spooks ('Bakebake gakko') No. 3 1874 (detail), Art Gallery of New South Wales, Yasuko Myer Bequest Fund 2018
Inspired by the Art Gallery of New South Wales’ Japan Supernatural exhibit, where Japanese tradition and modernity collides, this exclusive breakfast panel will look at the use of cultural diplomacy in 2020 and discuss whether Japan will continue its rise as a global soft power leader.
In celebration of the exhibit’s final week, join us as we discover the enduring influence of Japanese art, culture and cuisine in the world from multiple perspectives. Dr Geoff Raby AO, Chairman of VisAsia, will deliver welcome remarks.
Date: Friday 6 March 2020
Time: 8:00 - 9:30 a.m., optional viewing following talk
Venue: Restaurant Function Space, Art Gallery of New South Wales
This event is by invitation only. Places strictly limited. For any enquiries, please contact [email protected].
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View the Japan Supernatural Program here.
Event Details
Art Gallery of New South Wales
Art Gallery Rd, Sydney NSW 2000