As part of preparing materials about Kyrgyz culture and strengthening ties between the countries, a Japanese media group carried out video filming at the National Historical Museum of Kyrgyzstan. The information was received by the Ministry of Culture of the Kyrgyz Republic following the visit of the delegation from Japan, which took place on October 31, 2026.
Tour and exchange of views on cultural cooperation
The delegation was led by Yoichi Ochi, a well-known Japanese media artist, researcher and associate professor at the University of Tsukuba. The group also included representatives of the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) from Japan and Kyrgyzstan, including the agency's permanent representative in the Kyrgyz Republic, Kotaro Nishigata.
During the visit, an introductory tour was organized for the guests, in which they were presented with the historical and cultural heritage of Kyrgyzstan as well as national traditions and museum exhibits. The participants also discussed prospects for developing international cultural cooperation and opportunities for integrating traditional art with modern digital technologies.
Context
The visit was initiated to create content that highlights the cultural aspects of Kyrgyzstan and deepens understanding of Kyrgyz-Japanese ties.
