The Consular Office of Japan in Kota Kinabalu will set up a booth showcasing traditional Japanese culture and providing comprehensive information about Japan at “Otakyun! 2026”

2026/10/26
At “Otakyun! 2026” ー one of the largest pop-culture (anime, comics, idols and games) events in East Malaysia ー to be held in Kuching, Sarawak on the following dates, the Consular Office of Japan in Kota Kinabalu will set up a booth showcasing traditional Japanese culture, including origami (paper folding), shodo (calligraphy), traditional toys, Yukata and Happi coats (traditional Japanese garments) as well as providing comprehensive information about Japan such as tourism to Japan, including International Horticultural Expo 2027 (Green×Expo 2027), guidance on studying at Japanese universities, and Japanese language learning contents.

For more details about "Otakyun! 2026", please visit the official event website via the link below.
https://otakyun.my/

The Consular Office of Japan in Kota Kinabalu will continue to promote Japanese culture and Japanese language in collaboration with related like-minded organisations in Malaysia, which will also facilitate cultural exchange between Malaysia and Japan.

○Date:31st October to 1st November 2026, 10a.m.- 8p.m.
○Venue:Raia Hotel & Convention Centre, Kuching
                     (Address:1, Jalan Lapangan Terbang, Richmond Hill, 93250  Kuching, Sarawak)