Oneasia fes 2022 〜Japan-China Cultural Exchange Festival〜
In 2022, Japan and China celebrated the 50th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations. Despite the complex circumstances surrounding both nations, it remains crucial to create more opportunities for these neighboring countries to understand each other.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many people—including Chinese students struggling to return home and Japanese students whose study abroad plans were canceled—have lost chances for cross-cultural exchange. To mark this milestone year, we will host an outdoor music event as a platform for youth exchange between Japan and China.
Beyond music, the festival will offer diverse cultural exchange opportunities in a safe, open-air setting designed to minimize infection risks.
◇Japan-China Diplomatic Normalization 50th Anniversary Certified Project Oneasia fes 2022 〜 Japan-China Cultural Exchange Festival〜
◇Date: April 9, 2022 (Saturday) 11:00-19:00・ April 9 (Sat) – 10 (Sun), 202211:00-18:00
◇Venue: Ikebukuro Nishiguchi Park Outdoor Theater “Global Ring Theater” (Free Admission / No Entry Fee)
◇Food & Market Stalls: 12 Booths (Planned)
◇Performances by: Approximately 30 Asian Artists/Groups
◇Organized by: One Asia Festival Executive Committee
◇Supported by: The Japan Foundation for Cultural Exchange in Asia (General Incorporated Foundation)
◇Supported by: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan, Toshima City, Embassy of China in Japan,
Japan-China Economic Association, Tokyo Overseas Chinese Association (General Incorporated Association), China Cultural Center
◇Sponsored by: China Enterprises Association in Japan, All-Japan Federation of Overseas Chinese Associations, Suntory Holdings Limited, Certified NPO Japan-Yunnan Friendship Association, China Cultural Center
◇Technical/Service Support Sponsors: Roland Corporation JAPO JAPAN Co., Ltd.
◇In Cooperation With: Japan-China Youth Cultural & Arts Exchange Association, TRIP7, OnTheRoad Inc., Xinmen Music Festival, Asia University
COVID-19 Safety Measures
To ensure the safety of all participants, we will implement the following precautions against COVID-19 transmission:
Audience Guidelines During Performances:
MCs will remind attendees to maintain distance between seats and refrain from shouting/singing along.
Mask Wearing & Temperature Checks:
All attendees are required to wear masks. Those with a body temperature 1°C or higher than their normal range will be kindly asked to refrain from entering. (Announced via official website/SNS.)
Hand Sanitization Stations:
Alcohol-based disinfectants will be available throughout the venue.
Social Distancing & Enhanced Cleaning:
Designated rest areas with spaced seating, and frequent disinfection of high-touch surfaces.
Event Legacy & Future Vision
2021 Debut: The inaugural OneAsia Festival brought together vendors, artists, and volunteers from across Asia. Attendees praised it as “A joyful escape—like traveling abroad when borders were closed.”
2022 Special Edition:
Commemorating the 50th Anniversary of Japan-China Diplomatic Relations, this year’s focus is the Japan-China Exchange Festival.
2023 & Beyond:
Next year marks 50 Years of Japan-Vietnam Diplomatic Relations, so we’ll spotlight Vietnamese culture. As “OneAsia”, we’ll continue bridging Asian communities annually.
Below: Snapshots from last year’s festival.
[Image: Crowd enjoying performances at sunset]
[Image: Food stalls with Asian flags]
