Tirana welcomed Japanese Cultural Week. The event connected citizens with Japanese culture.

The Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Sports supported the event. It ran from October 12 to 18, 2025. The program featured art, sports, food, and films.

The week began on October 12 at Tirana Olympic Park. Young athletes competed in the Ambassador’s Cup for Judo and Karate. They showed skill and discipline in martial arts.

On October 13, COD – Center for Openness and Dialogue hosted a seminar on tourism in Japan. The Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) organized the event. Participants learned about top destinations and Japanese culture.

From October 14 to 16, Villa 31 Art Explora hosted Japanese tradition and cuisine events. On October 14–15, a Japanese Tea Ceremony took place, led by a master tea practitioner.

On October 16, visitors joined a culinary experience. They learned to make mochi, rice cakes, and other Washoku dishes.

From October 14 to 18, the Agimi Art Center hosted Japanese Film Week. It screened five films: “The Lines That Define Me,” “MONDAYS: See You ‘This’ Week!,” “Neko Ninja,” “Between Us,” and “Takano Tofu.” The films offered drama, comedy, fantasy, and introspection. Audiences explored new sides of Japanese cinema beyond anime.

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