Japanese prefecture promotes local culture in Liaoning

A cultural exchange activity between Toyama prefecture in central Japan and Liaoning province in Northeast China was held in Shenyang, the capital city of Liaoning, Aug 7.

More than 100 specialties from Toyama were introduced to Liaoning residents, such as traditional handicraft works and costumes.

The activity was hosted by the Foreign Affairs (Overseas Chinese Affairs) Office of Liaoning Provincial People’s Government, Liaoning Provincial People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries, and the government of Toyama prefecture, with participation of representatives from Japan and Liaoning province, including officials and entrepreneurs.

The year 2018 marks the 40th anniversary of the signing of the China-Japan Treaty of Peace and Friendship, and the 34th anniversary of the founding of friendly relationship between Toyama and Liaoning.

Tang Yijun, governor of the Liaoning government, said that during those 34 years, both sides have deepened relations and effectively promoted economic, cultural and social development in both places.

Takakazu Ishii, governor of Toyama, said he expects his prefecture will strengthen economic exchanges and cooperation with Liaoning and achieve win-win development.

Tang and Takakazu Ishii signed a memorandum on further deepening friendly exchanges and cooperation between two places during the activity.

Liaoning will also hold a series of Sino-Japanese cultural exchanges and commemorative activities.

Shenyang hosts a cultural exchange activity between Toyama prefecture and Liaoning province Aug 7. [Photo/Chinanews.com]

Performers showcase Chinese qipao (a traditional body-hugging, one-piece dress) at the activity in Shenyang, Aug 7. [Photo/Chinanews.com]