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Nepal-Japan Festival 2026: Solidarity Through Culture

The "Nepal-Japan Festival 2026: Solidarity Through Culture" is scheduled for November 22, 2026, in Kathmandu. This special cultural festival commemorates 70 years of diplomatic ties between Nepal and Japan, featuring Nepali and Japanese music, culture, and opportunities for people-to-people engagement.

Date
Nov 22, 2026
Location
Kathmandu
Status
Upcoming
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Nepal-Japan Festival 2026: Solidarity Through Culture

Event summary

Highlights

  • Performance by Japanese band Godiego
  • Marks 70 years of Nepal-Japan diplomatic relations
  • Support for Prime Minister Disaster Relief Fund
  • Features Nepali and Japanese music and culture
Organized by the Executive Committee for the Nepal-Japan Festival 2026, the event is slated for Durbar Marg in Kathmandu. Its core aim is to highlight friendship, compassion, and solidarity. This will be achieved through diverse Nepali and Japanese music, culture, and initiatives promoting people-to-people engagement.

A key highlight is a performance by the Japanese band Godiego. They are set to return to Nepal, over four decades after their 1980 concert at Dasharath Stadium. Organizers noted their return adds a symbolic connection to the enduring cultural relationship between Nepal and Japan. The event will also feature performances by Nepali artists, alongside cultural, tourism, and commercial activities from both nations.

In a humanitarian gesture, any surplus funds from the festival, beyond necessary expenses, are designated for donation. These funds will go to the Prime Minister Disaster Relief Fund, specifically in response to the Bhotekoshi river floods. Organizers anticipate the festival will positively impact the economy by boosting tourism and showcasing Nepal to global audiences, thus supporting the country's recovery.

Practical details

Organizer — source statement
organised by the Executive Committee for the Nepal-Japan Festival 2026.
kathmandupost.com

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