Japanese floral art, kimono culture and international friendship were celebrated at the opening of the “Blossoms of Joy” exhibition in Singapore.
Ambassador of Japan to Singapore, H.E. Ishikawa Hiroshi attended the opening ceremony of the Blossoms of Joy at Paragon Shopping Centre on 7 May 2026.
The exhibition was organised by Ikebana International Singapore Chapter 135 in celebration of #SJ60, marking Singapore-Japan friendship and cultural exchange.
Japan Creative Centre Director Kawabe Akiko also attended the event alongside Chairman of the All Japan Kimono Consultant Association, Sasaki Beji, and Ambassador of Indonesia to Singapore Hotmangaradja Pandjaitan.
This year’s exhibition features a collaboration with the All Japan Kimono Consultant Association, showcasing 10 Hana Musubi obi and kimono displays alongside 50 Ikebana floral arrangements created by members of the Singapore chapter.
President of Ikebana International Singapore Chapter 135, Anna Kwan, and Ambassador Ishikawa delivered opening speeches before guests enjoyed a traditional Kagamiwari ceremony, a cultural performance by Hibikiya, and a Hana Musubi obi demonstration.
Ambassador Ishikawa later toured the exhibition and viewed the colourful floral and kimono displays.
The “Blossoms of Joy” exhibition will run until 17 May 2026 at Paragon Shopping Centre.
Source: Embassy of Japan in Singapore
