Bon Odori dance to enhance bilateral relations

Dancing to traditional Japanese songs, Malaysians joined their Japanese friends to welcome the souls of their ancestors at the Bon Odori Festival 2012 in Shah Alam on July 14th, 2012 [VIDEO]

In his opening speech, the chairperson of the Organising Committee, Masato Nakamura said “The Look East Policy has strengthened the exchange of talents, enhanced economic development and mutual understanding  of both nations.

“I hope that this close relationship will be  further strenthened by the Bon Odori Festival by enhancing the mutual understanding of both country’s culture,” he said.

For the full story and pictures, follow these links:

1.   https://cj.my/post/72690/multicultural-drumming-bon-odori/

2.   https://cj.my/post/72666/bon-odori-festival-2012/

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Tan Kai Swee