[First Performance in Japan] A symposium by South African photography and music artists and a concert by a Grammy-winning album artist will be held on Sunday, April 19th at the modern underground hall of Higashi Honganji, one of the world's largest wooden buildings!
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On Sunday, April 19, 2026, KYOTOPHONIE will host a special program focusing on South African culture and music at Higashi Honganji, one of the world's largest wooden structures. The event will feature the Japan premiere of the South African treasure "Msaki x Tubatsi" and a free symposium with figures like Siyabulela Mandela, offering a multi-faceted look at contemporary South Africa. This new artistic experience aims to transcend borders and genres, bringing harmony to a divided world.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: When and where will the special program focusing on South African culture and music be held?
- A: It will be held on Sunday, April 19, 2026, in the underground space of Higashi Honganji in Kyoto.
- Q: Who is the South African artist duo making their debut in Japan during this event?
- A: The South African artist duo making their Japan debut is Msaki x Tubatsi.
- Q: What is the common theme of this event and the concurrent Kyoto International Photography Festival?
- A: The common theme shared between the events is "EDGE" for the year 2026.
- Q: Who are the co-representatives and co-directors of KYOTOGRAPHIE and KYOTOPHONIE?
- A: The co-representatives and co-directors are Lucille Reyboz and Yusuke Nakanishi.
- Q: What is the name of the free symposium held on the same day, and who is one of its featured speakers?
- A: The symposium is named "South Africa In Focus" and features Siyabulela Mandela as a speaker.