The Japan Foundation, Yangon is pleased to invite the event of the disaster prevention/mental health activities through arts projects in Mandalay, titled; “What can art and artists do to raise awareness about the importance of disaster prevention and improve mental health”.
In Japan the month of September is generally designated as Natural Disaster Prevention month, associated with the Great Kanto Earthquake that occurred in September 1, 1923 and left many people dead or missing. With this concept; we create this activity consisting of exhibitions, presentations and workshops.
The event is scheduled on March 21 and 22 in Mandalay, a place of effect and just one year after the great earthquake in March 2025. This event is intended to remind and re-learn how to prepare for natural disasters, while also raising awareness of the mental health problems in the communities.
Anyone who is interested in participating in the workshop may register free of charge through the link below. As the workshop has limited capacity, participants will be selected on a first-come, first-served basis, and we will contact those who are able to join. The exhibition is open to the public with free admission, and the talk session on the exhibition day will follow the same registration process as the workshop. You may select the event you wish to participate in through the registration form.
The Japan Foundation, would like to ask you to participate in the art-making workshop to create the art as a record of our memories, and in turn to create a collective work of art to install the exhibition. Workshop and exhibition detail is as follow;
Workshop
Date: 21 (Saturday), 10 am to 4 pm (Lunch will be provide)
Exhibition and Presentations:
Date: 22 (Sunday), 10 am to 5 pm (only one day event), Talk session – 1:00 PM to 2:30 PM (1st Floor)
Location: MABA office, Mingalar Mandalay, water street, Ward-6. 3rd floor.
Register here: Disaster Prevention & Mental Health Activities Through Art: (Workshop Registration Form) – Fill out form
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Participants Artist:
Curator/Workshop Conductor: Aung Myat Htay
Artist/Mental Health Workshop: Zun Ei Phyu
Artist Collective lead: Suu Myint Thein(Mr.), with participant young artist: Hlaing Kyaw Phyo, Ye Yint Win(Morris John)
Disaster Prevention & Mental Health Activities Through Art:
The Japan Foundation, Yangon is pleased to invite the event of the disaster prevention/mental health activities through arts projects in Mandalay, titled; “What can art and artists do to raise awareness about the importance of disaster prevention and improve mental health”.
The event is scheduled on March 21 and 22 in Mandalay, a place of effect and just one year after the great earthquake in March 2025. This event aims to help participants reflect on and relearn how to prepare for natural disasters, while also raising awareness of mental health challenges within communities.
The Japan Foundation, would like to ask you to participate in the art-making workshop to create the art as a record of our memories, and in turn to create a collective work of art to install the exhibition. Anyone who is interested in participating in the workshop may register free of charge. The registration post will be announced soon.
Workshop and exhibition detail is as follow;
Workshop
Date: 21 (Saturday), 10 am to 4 pm (Lunch will be provided)
Exhibition and Presentations:
Date: 22 (Sunday), 10 am to 5 pm (only one day event)
….
Participants Artist:
Curator/Workshop Conductor: Aung Myat Htay
Artist/Mental Health Workshop: Zun Ei Phyu
Artist Collective lead: Suu Myint Thein(Mr.), with participant young artist: Hlaing Kyaw Phyo, Ye Yint Win(Morris John)
*Available in မြန်မာ only*
*Available in 日本語 and မြန်မာ only*
The Japan Foundation, Yangon Japanese Cultural Center is currently hosting the traveling exhibition “OMOCHA: Japanese Toys Today,” featuring a colorful collection of contemporary Japanese toys from different categories. The exhibition will run from March 11 (Wednesday) to March 25 (Wednesday).
For those who don’t want to explore the exhibition alone, and for visitors who enjoyed the gallery tour during last year’s “Yokai Parade” exhibition, we’re happy to bring back our Gallery Tour program again!
This time, we will offer two types of tours, conducted only in Burmese. “Individual Tours” are open to anyone who would like to explore the exhibition together. No pre-registration is required, and participants can simply join at the announced date and time as walk-ins.
“Group Tours,” on the other hand, are designed for Japanese language schools and organizations that wish to visit as a larger group. Pre-registration is required for group tours, and spaces are limited, so early registration is recommended as spots will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
🎨 Title – OMOCHA: Japanese Toys Today
📅 Exhibition Period – March 11 (Wednesday) to 25 (Wednesday), 2026 (Closed on Mondays)
⏰Time – 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM
📍 Venue: The Japan Foundation, Yangon (JFYG)
No. 70, Nat Mauk Lane 1, Bahan Township
🚌 Nearest Bus Stop: Byaing Yay Oe Zin (YBS 43, 64, 80)
✨Admission is free, and no pre-registration is required to visit!
*Please note that parking is not available.
👤 Individual Tours 👤
Date – March 11 (Wed), March 15 (Sun)
Time – 11:00–11:30 AM, 2:00–2:30 PM
👥 Group Tours 👥
Date – March 18 (Wed), March 25 (Wed)
Time – 11:00–11:30 AM, 2:00–2:30 PM
Register – Registration Form for “OMOCHA: Japanese Toys Today” Exhibition Group Tours – Fill out form
Toys are an important part of everyone’s childhood, supporting both mental and physical development. In Japan, toys have taken many forms over time, from children’s playthings to decorative charms, protective talismans, and so on. The toy culture expanded significantly during the Edo period and has continued to evolve into a vibrant and well-structured industry today.
The Japan Foundation, Yangon (JFYG) is happy to present “OMOCHA: Japanese Toys Today,” an exhibition where visitors can explore and enjoy a wide range of contemporary Japanese toys in a fun and informative way. Admission is free, and no pre-registration is required to visit.
🎨 Title – OMOCHA: Japanese Toys Today
📅 Exhibition Period – March 11 (Wednesday) to 25 (Wednesday), 2026 (Closed on Mondays)
⏰Time – 9:30 AM to 3:00 PM
📍 Venue: The Japan Foundation, Yangon (JFYG)
No. 70, Nat Mauk Lane 1, Bahan Township
🚌 Nearest Bus Stop: Byaing Yay Oe Zin (YBS 43, 64, 80)
✨Admission is free, and no pre-registration is required to visit!
*Please note that parking is not available.
We warmly invite you to visit and experience today’s popular Japanese toy culture including various brands and categories. It’s a special chance to explore these unique toys close, and we hope you won’t miss it.
*Available in 日本語 and မြန်မာ only*
*Available in 日本語 and မြန်မာ only*
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