35 years of German-Japanese society: a festival of culture in Rostock!

35 years of German-Japanese society: a festival of culture in Rostock!

Rostock, Deutschland - A round birthday is celebrated in the Hanseatic city of Rostock. The German-Japanische Gesellschaft Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania today, on July 2nd 2025, their 35th anniversary. The association was founded in 1990 on the initiative of a delegation of Japanese merchants from Kyoto to consolidate the cultural ties between the two countries.

The annual highlights of the association include a variety of events that duly honor Japanese culture. Above all, the Kirschblütenfest in the IGA-Park and the Rostock Bonsai days in the Nikolaikirche are in the event calendar. A special highlight for photography lovers is the current photo exhibition "Japan Face to Face" by the renowned photographer Hans Sautter, who can still be visited in the Nikolaikirche until July 26. Here visitors can enjoy exclusive insights into the land of the rising sun.

cultural challenges and commitment

Despite the enthusiasm for the cultural projects, the association repeatedly encounters challenges. According to the club representatives, the financing of cultural projects is one of the largest hurdles, because the costs are often in the five -digit range. The association receives support from 2,000 to 5,000 euros every year from the city of Rostock. Despite this help, the number of 50 volunteers has remained constant since it was founded, and the association has the clear goal of inspiring more young people for membership.

Another nice occasion to commemorate Japanese culture will take place on August 17, 2025 in the EKO House in Düsseldorf. Families with children who cannot travel to Japan this summer are cordially invited to the Shichi-go-san-Fest . There will be a souvenir photo shoot there, which is specifically aligned for the celebration of the healthy growth of the children in Germany. Registration options for dressing help, photography and ceremony are offered. The dressing times start at 12:30 p.m. and are planned at half -hour intervals.

a look ahead

summarized the connection between Germany and Japan continues to live vigorously and there are many interesting events on the agenda. The club in Rostock and the festival in Düsseldorf impressively show how culture can beat bridges, even over thousands of kilometers. In today's global world, such networking is more important than ever, and Rostock is making a good example here.