KYŌSŌ 2026

In addition to creative arts workshops, the event will feature a Japanese music concert, an Okinawan sanshin performance, an Okinawan karate demonstration, culinary programs, as well as fine art and photography exhibitions awaited visitors.

Sponsors

• Embassy of Japan
• Japan Foundation
• EU-Japan Fest
• Nissin Foods
• Asahi Beer
• Minerva Educational Alternatives Foundation
• Local Government of Veszprém County and the City of Veszprém
• Veszprém–Balaton European Region of Sport 2026

Traditional Japanese Furoshiki Wrapping

Lecture, demonstration, and exhibition

Speakers:

• Aurélie Le Marec, director of L’Atelier du Furoshiki in France
• Anna Pápai Vonderviszt, a Japanologist and head of the Furoshiki Section of the Hungarian-Japanese Friendship Society

During the program, participants can learn about eco-friendly, reusable French, Japanese, and Hungarian-designed scarves that can be used for gift wrapping and making bags.

Mizuhiki is the traditional Japanese art of decorative cord knotting, used to createand to express good wishes. During the workshop, participants will learn the basics of this unique craft technique.

Workshop Leader: Muto Miho

Japanese Incense Art and Aromatherapy

Ferenc Dinya has been studying Japanese incense and the associated rituals, ceremonies, and customs.

During the workshop:

• you’ll learn about incense made and used in Japan,
• gain insight into the traditions associated with them,
• try out fermented and powdered incense,
• as well as valuable resin-coated incense chips.

Sashiko was originally a hand-sewing technique used to reinforce and repair clothing. The repetitive, geometric patterns not only made the textiles more durable but also lent them a unique aesthetic appeal.

During the workshop, we’ll learn about:

• basic sashiko patterns,
• the stitching technique,
• and the necessary tools.

Workshop Leader: Eszter Marton (Varródoboz Community Sewing Workshop)
Featuring: Bálint Boros

Traditional Japanese Textile Dyeing and Batik

Shibori is a traditional Japanese textile dyeing technique dating back to the 8th century. It involves various methods of folding, twisting, tying, pressing, or sewing techniques, unique patterns can be created on the fabric.

Workshop Leader: Judit Németh-Hamerli, painter
Featuring: Borbála Dohnál Cseperke

Sustainability aspect: both sashiko and shibori are excellent recycling techniques that allow us to repair damaged garments and breathe new life into textiles we’ve grown tired of.

Japanese Ink Marbling on Water

Suminagashi is an ancient Japanese paper marbling technique. The ink patterns formed on the surface of the water are transferred onto rice paper, resulting in unique and one-of-a-kind works of art.

Workshop Leader: Szabolcs Mészáros, painter

Szabolcs graduated from the Hungarian University of Fine Arts and currently teaches drawing and art history at Handler Nándor Technical High School in Sopron.

Japanese bookbinding is a unique branch of traditional craftsmanship that combines paper, thread, and precise handiwork.

Workshop participants:

• can learn about classic Japanese bookbinding techniques,
• make their own notebook or journal,
• and gain insight into the fundamental principles of Japanese aesthetics.

Japanese calligraphy is not only about the beauty of the characters, but also about the rhythm of the brushstrokes, the harmony of the movements, and the artist’s inner expression.

Workshop Leader: Anri Matsukuma

Doors Open

9:30 a.m.

Morning Workshop Session

10:00–13:00

• Mizuhiki
• Okō
• Sashiko
• Shibori
• Suminagashi
• Watoji
• Shodō

Location: Courtyard of the Dubniczay Palace
(In case of bad weather: Baroque halls on the 1st floor)

Afternoon workshop block

2:00–5:00 p.m.

• Mizuhiki
• Okō
• Sashiko
• Shibori
• Suminagashi
• Watoji
• Shodō

Location: Courtyard of the Dubniczay Palace
(In case of inclement weather: Baroque halls on the 1st floor)

Furoshiki workshops

11:00–12:00 – Furoshiki workshop for kids
Location: Dubniczay Palace, Várgaléria

3:00 PM–5:30 PM — Furoshiki workshop for adults
Location: Dubniczay Palace, Várgaléria

11:00 – Exhibition opening

“My Love, Okinawa / Okinawa mi amor” – photographs by Dr. Zoltán Korsós

Participants:

• Takaki Ando, sanshin performer
• Nana Shimizu, Goju-Ryu karate master

Guest of Honor: Tetsuya Kimura, Ambassador of Japan to Hungary

12:00 p.m. – Exhibition Opening

Watercolors by Hanna Bernát-Hinkó, restorer and painter

1:00 p.m. – Ikebana presentation

Led by Judit Várhelyi

3:00 PM – Japanese Architecture

Lecture by Bence Kovács

4:00 PM – Book Launch

Júlia Néma: Fluid Earth

Participants:

• Júlia Néma, visual artist
• Barnabás Korbély, geographer

5:00 p.m. – 煎茶道 Sencha-dō Japanese Sencha Tea Ceremony

Led by Junko Kurita

Participation

Participation in the workshops and programs is subject to available capacity and will be on a first-come, first-served basis.

Admission Ticket

The event can be attended with a discounted admission ticket for 1,000 Ft per person.

Important: Possession of a ticket does not automatically guarantee participation in the workshops. Admission to the workshops is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Gastronomy

Szezam Sushi and Intercooperation Jsc. will welcome visitors with a selection of Japanese culinary delights, in addition to the special awards.

Program Changes

The organizers reserve the right to make changes to the program.