At the end of August, representatives from EU–Japan Fest visited Liepāja and Kuldīga.
The visit provided an opportunity to showcase the rich cultural heritage and artistic assets of both cities and the surrounding region, emphasizing their significance within Latvia’s broader cultural landscape.
This visit was a chance to experience first-hand the creative spirit of our Land of (un)rest, to exchange ideas, and to prepare together for Liepāja’s journey as the European Capital of Culture 2027.
The EU-Japan Fest is a collaborative cultural exchange initiative between the European Union and Japan, emphasizing the promotion of multicultural awareness and cooperation.
Annually, the organization lends support to Japan-related programs, spanning concerts, music events, theatre performances, art exhibitions, literary events, and more, held in existing and future European Capitals of Culture. The fundamental goal of the EU-Japan Fest is to cultivate cultural understanding, dialogue, and cooperation between Europeans and Japanese.
FILMLINK – Strengthening regional film development in Tartu and Liepāja
The FILMLINK project strengthens regional film development in South Estonia and the Liepāja region by fostering cooperation between two film territories. The initiative focuses on enhancing the professional capacity of regional film funds, improving data-based decision-making, and creating stronger cross-border film communities.