Ukraine’s Cultural Heritage — A Link to the World
Sat 09 Aug
|International House Osaka
The concert and official opening are free, but limited, so advance registration is required.
Time & Location
09 Aug 2025, 16:00 – 23 Aug 2025, 13:00
International House Osaka, 8-chōme-2-6 Uehonmachi, Tennoji Ward, Osaka, 543-0001, Japan
About the event
Exhibition Opening Hours:
10:00–19:00 (*August 9 from 16:00, August 23 until 13:00)
Admission:
Adults ¥1,000 / Children ¥500
This exhibition aims to introduce the unique cultural heritage of Ukraine, including its folk art, traditions, and modern achievements, to the Japanese public. It promotes intercultural dialogue between Japan and Ukraine, deepening mutual understanding and friendship.
Program Schedule
August 9 (Sat)
Opening & Welcome (16:00–)
We warmly invite members of the Ukrainian community to share this time together.
There will be a guided introduction by two artisans who contributed to the exhibition (embroidery and pysanky). We hope this time will nourish our hearts far from Ukraine. All visitors are welcome!
August 9 (Sat) – 23 (Sat)
Exhibition.
Free In-house Video Screening
Film.ua presents: Video series "Back to Basics" on Traditional Ukrainian Clothing
August 10 (Sun)
10:00–19:00 Exhibition open.
General admission starts.
10:30–12:00 Embroidery Workshop
(Participation fee: ¥1,000 / materials included)
Limited to 20 people, advance registration required
Registration form for Embroidery Workshop: https://www.ukrainehouse.jp/event-details/embroidery-in-osaka
13:30 Ukrainian Music Concert ( Doors open 13:00)
Opening Ceremony (during the concert), Ukrainian Music Concert
The concert and official opening are free, but limited, so advance registration is required.
Registration form for Concert and Opening: https://www.ukrainehouse.jp/event-details/ukrainian-music-concert/form
August 11 (Mon)
13:30–15:30 Pysanky (Ukrainian Easter Egg) Workshop
(Participation fee: ¥1,000 / materials included) Limited to 20 people, advance registration required
Registration form for Pysanky Workshop: https://www.ukrainehouse.jp/event-details/pysanky-in-osaka
August 12 (Tue)
13:30–15:00 Motanka Doll Workshop
(Participation fee: ¥1,000 / materials included) Limited to 20 people, advance registration required
Registration form for Motanka Workshop: https://www.ukrainehouse.jp/event-details/motanka-in-osaka-8-12
August 16 (Sat)
13:30–15:00 Petrykivka Painting Workshop
(Participation fee: ¥1,000 / materials included)
Limited to 20 people, advance registration required
Registration form for Petrykivka Painting Workshop:https://www.ukrainehouse.jp/event-details/petrykivka-painting-8-16
August 17 (Sun)
13:30–15:00 Petrykivka Painting Workshop
(Participation fee: ¥1,000 / materials included)
Limited to 20 people, advance registration required
Registration form for Petrykivka Painting Workshop:https://www.ukrainehouse.jp/event-details/petrykivka-painting-8-17
August 22 (Fri)
10:00–19:00 Charity Bazaar
August 23 (Sat)
10:00–13:00 Final Exhibition Day.
Charity Bazaar (until 13:00)
Organizers and Co-organizers
Organizers:
General Incorporated Association DODOMU
DODOMU is a non-profit civic organization that provides humanitarian and financial aid to children and victims of the war in Ukraine, promotes Ukrainian culture in Japan, supports cultural exchange, and fosters cooperation between Japan and Ukraine in culture, education, and business.
Public Interest Incorporated Foundation International House Osaka Foundation
Co-organizers:
Use of Proceeds
This is a non-profit event. Ticket proceeds, after covering basic operating costs, will support the following cultural, social, and charitable activities.
Ukraine House Japan:
Creation of new Ukrainian art collections for presentation in Japan
Production of Japanese-language informational and educational materials and booklets
Do Domu:
Providing art supplies and equipment to children’s art schools in Ukraine
Charity aid for victims of the war and rehabilitation of the wounded
Medical and humanitarian support for Ukraine
Venue
Osaka International Exchange Center - International House Osaka 〒543-0001 Osaka-shi, Tennoji-ku, Uehommachi 8-2-6
Access: https://www.ih-osaka.jp/access/index.html