Malaysian artists explore Japanese culture through a hybrid exhibition


Novelist and playwright Ridhwan Saidi's short essay film 'Revisiting Hankyu Jaya' is featured in 'Kaleidoscope Japan: Online Exhibition', which begins today. Photo: JFKL

What does the Malaysia-Japan relationship look like in visual art, moving images, performance, music and literature?

Kaleidoscope Japan: Online Exhibition, which starts today, presents work from 13 Malaysian artists who reflect on their observations and hopes revolving around Japan and its relationship with Malaysia, from a social and cultural perspective, as well as the political and economical climate.

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