Türkiye in Miniatures: The 100th Anniversary of Diplomacy in the Light of Friendship and Culture Exhibition

Within the scope of the 100th anniversary celebrations of diplomatic relations between Türkiye and Japan, “Türkiye in Miniatures: 100th Anniversary of Diplomacy in the Light of Friendship and Culture Exhibition” unites miniatures that depict Turkish cities with Japanese art lovers.

The art of miniature, which continues to exist today as a common cultural heritage of many civilizations, including Japanese culture, was included in UNESCO’s “Intangible Cultural Heritage” list in 2020, of which Türkiye is also a part. As we celebrate the 100th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries with the unifying power of art, we are proud to share our cultural heritage and art.

The exhibition, organized with the support of Turkish Airlines and Yokohama Municipality Education Bureau, and with the contributions of the Turkish Embassy in Tokyo, Yokohama Museum of EurAsian Cultures and Traditional Arts Association, will showcase Turkish miniatures depicting 22 Turkish cities, created by 42 artists. One of the most important contemporary artists of miniature art, the late Nusret Çolpan’s (b.1952 - d. 2008) work titled “Tokyo”, which he was working on before his death, will also be exhibited.

We will be honored by your participation in this meaningful exhibition to be held at the Yokohama Museum of EurAsian Cultures between 20 July and 4 August, 2024.