Staff Reporter:
QUETTA: A large number of people visited the three-day Japanese calendar exhibition held in Balochistan, Quetta, to explore the rich history, culture, and traditions of Japan.
The exhibition, featuring a wide range of Japanese calendars, bonsai displays, and cultural information, was inaugurated by Balochistan Education Minister, Rahila Hameed Khan Durrani. Syed Nadeem Shah, the Honorary Consul General of Japan in Balochistan and a large number of people from across the province participated.
“This exhibition offers our students and community a living classroom on Japan’s educational heritage and artistic achievements,” she said. “By engaging with these calendars and bonsai displays, our youth deepen their global awareness and appreciation for cultural diversity.”
“This exhibition is the result of tireless efforts. We brought these calendars from Japan to provide people here with a glimpse into the Japanese way of life,” Syed Nadeem Shah told reporters. “It’s a great opportunity for the people of Pakistan to learn about Japan’s peaceful culture, history, and artistic traditions.”
Calendars showcased Japanese festivals, traditional attire, historical landmarks, and seasonal transitions. The display of bonsai trees also drew attention for their delicate beauty and cultural symbolism.
Local visitor Ayesha Baloch, a college student, said, “I had never seen such beautiful calendars before. They’re like paintings—each one tells a story about Japan’s heritage.”
Another visitor, shopkeeper Abdul Rehman, remarked, “It’s amazing how something as simple as a calendar can reflect an entire nation’s values and lifestyle. I wish we had more such cultural events.”
The exhibition concluded with a promise from the organizers to hold more Japanese-themed events in the future to foster greater cultural understanding between the two nations.
