木漏れ日
Komorebi
News
July 2025
SOLD OUT!
Thank you to all who attended and to all collaborators for the success of this very first presentation!
July 19 Premiere Presentation
The very first public presentation of Komorebi took place on Saturday, July 19, 2025 in Hoi An (Da Nang City), Vietnam.
Location: Botanica Garden Hoi An – Workshop Hub (Instagram | Facebook)
Schedule:
- Doors open: 7 p.m.
- Live performance: 7:30 – 7:50 p.m.
- Meet the artists: 8:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Botanica Garden Hoi An
Creative Play Residency Hoi An
April 2025
Presentations Confirmed
- July 2025: Collaboration with Creative Play Residency, Hoi An, Vietnam.
- Summer 2028: 55th Anniversary celebrations of the Canada–Vietnam-Japan diplomatic relation. To showcase world peace through art.
Highlights
- The presentation will use Japan’s old expression Komorebi as a bridge connecting the roots of tradition with the aspirations of future generations, and between cultures aiming for a harmonious dialogue through creative expression.
December 2024
In July of 2025, the Komorebi Canadian art group will be making its first public presentation in Hoi An City, Vietnam, along with workshops with the local artistic community.
Program details will be announced shortly, as the events and logistics will be confirmed in participation with our local hosts and partners.
In the summer of 2023, when the Komorebi Canadian art group was initially invited to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Vietnam-Japan and Vietnam-Canada diplomatic relations, COVID-19 uncertainties had forced me to postpone the plan.
Invitation for 2028
Hoi An, Vietnam
To participate in the celebrations for the 55th anniversary of Vietnam-Japan and Vietnam-Canada diplomatic relations.
July-August 2024
Project Launch and Discovery of Hoi An
On this first visit to Vietnam for the Komorebi art projet, I (Masami Mikami, Project Lead) headed to the beautiful city of Hoi An. It captivated me. The preserved architecture, colourful lanterns, and vibrant riverside life made it a place where history and creativity blend effortlessly. Meeting the local artistic community, I discovered a rich tradition of craftsmanship, theater, and visual arts that speaks to the soul of the city.
Hoi An, a unique cultural gem in Vietnam, was recognized in 1999 as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its exceptional preservation of ancient architecture.
In 2023, it became an official member of the UNESCO Creative Cities Network in the field of crafts and folk art. On September 3rd, 2024, Hội An was declared “Asia’s Leading Cultural City Destination” by the World Travel Awards (WTA), for the fifth year in a row.
Hoi An is thriving as a cultural hub, a living testament to Vietnam’s evolving cultural identity.
Japanese Covered Bridge (Lai Vien Kieu), one of the symbols of Hoi An Ancient Town with unique architecture, was built from the 17th century.
Kyara Art House is a space for creativity and cultural exchange where people explore both ancient and new crafts.
A Crucial Step Forward
As part of the Komorebi art project, my first visit to Hoi An, Vietnam, represents a crucial step in the development of my artistic work and in deepening cultural exchanges between Canada and Vietnam. This visit allows me to establish direct connections with local artisans and artists, while incorporating their rich heritage into a multidisciplinary creation that aligns with the Canada Council for the Arts’ mission to promote innovation and diversity in artistic practices.
The exceptional historical and cultural setting of Hoi An provides an inspiring backdrop where history blends with contemporary artistic practices. By collaborating with the local artists, I am engaging in a creative dynamic that resonates with the international development goals of Canadian arts. Hoi An is a perfect place for intercultural and artistic exchange, conducive to the birth of new forms of expression and reflection on the impact of traditional crafts in contemporary art.
This upcoming public presentation, in 2025, will not only allow me to develop the Komorebi project in synergy with local artistic practices but also expand perspectives on the role of Canadian arts internationally. The project will thus gain greater exposure and strengthen ties between Canada and Vietnam in a context of creative dialogue.
