Gyeongsangnam-do and Hokkaido Celebrate 20 Years of Friendship! "Korea-Japan Cultural Caravan in Otaru" Set for August 8 (Sat) at Otaru Civic Hall! Featuring Star Guest Artists and Captivating Cultural Performances. Free Admission!

The Korea-Japan Cultural Caravan is a cultural exchange event organized by the Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Japan, touring various locations across Japan to deepen mutual understanding and friendship between Korea and Japan through cultural performances and exchange programs.

This year marks the 20th anniversary of the friendship exchange between Gyeongsangnam-do and Hokkaido, and the event will be held in Otaru City, Hokkaido.

At the venue, you can enjoy a variety of cultural programs, including traditional Korean music.

Special LIVE & Performances will feature "DKB," "K-TIGERS," and "Gyeongnam Gugak Orchestra Hyu (休)" from Korea. From Japan, "Rie Utagokoro," "YOSAKOI Soran Hiragishi Tenshin," and "on-chan x K-POP Dance Unit" will liven up the stage. Workshops and booths where you can enjoy Korea, Hokkaido, and Otaru will also be available within the venue!

Popular Korean group DKB, with the motto "Singing from the heart," Rie Utagokoro

Event Outline

Korea-Japan Cultural Caravan in Otaru

Date: August 8, 2026 (Saturday)

Venue: Otaru Civic Hall (Main Hall)

Time: Lobby Opens 13:00, Hall Opens 15:00, Performance Starts 16:00 Organizer: Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Japan Sponsors: Hokkaido, Gyeongsangnam-do, Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Sapporo, Korea Tourism Organization, Otaru Chamber of Commerce and Industry Cooperation: HTB Hokkaido Television, HTB Promotion, Be-ic

Admission: Free invitation by advance lottery

Application URL: https://cloud-pass.jp/project/dmB6UY6eCe

Special Website: https://htb-p.co.jp/kjc2026/

Official Inquiries: [email protected]