Preparatory Meeting on the First Ecuador Cultural Festival in Japan
On December 10, Dr. Ritter Díaz, Representative Director of JAPOLAC, and Mr. Fredy Armijo, President of the Ecuadorian Association in Japan (SEKIDO), held a preparatory meeting with His Excellency César Montaño, Ambassador of Ecuador to Japan, and his team.
The discussion centered on the planning and coordination of the first Ecuador Cultural Festival in Japan, titled “The Country of the Four Worlds: Rhythms of the Andes.” Scheduled for Saturday, June 7, 2025, in Tokyo, this landmark event will celebrate Ecuadorian culture with the support of SEKIDO and the collaboration of the Embassy of Ecuador in Japan.
This festival marks JAPOLAC’s fourth cultural event and serves as a tribute to Ecuador’s vibrant heritage and natural wonders. Visitors will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in Ecuadorian gastronomy, traditional music and dance, tourism, and an array of products that showcase the nation’s rich traditions and multifaceted identity.
Ecuador is celebrated as the “Country of the Four Worlds” for its extraordinary geographical diversity, spanning the lush Amazon Rainforest, the majestic Andes Mountains, the picturesque Pacific Coast, and the pristine Galápagos Islands. The festival aspires to bring this remarkable diversity closer to the Japanese public, fostering a deeper appreciation of Ecuador’s unique cultural and natural treasures.
During the meeting, His Excellency Ambassador Montaño expressed his gratitude to JAPOLAC and SEKIDO for their dedication to organizing this significant cultural initiative. He reaffirmed the Embassy’s unwavering support for the festival, highlighting its vital role in strengthening the bonds of friendship and mutual understanding between Ecuadorian and Japanese citizens.
The Ecuador Cultural Festival promises to be a memorable celebration of cross-cultural exchange, exemplifying the enduring ties between Ecuador and Japan.