In a bid to strengthen cultural ties between Pakistan and Japan, Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), Jameel Ahmad, inaugurated the ‘Yakishime – Earth Metamorphosis’ Japanese pottery exhibition at the State Bank Museum. Accompanied by Deputy Governor SBP, Mr. SaleemUllah, and senior bank officials, the two-week exhibition, organized by the Japan Foundation in collaboration with the State Bank Museum and Pakistan Japan Cultural Association (PJCA) Sindh, is part of the Consulate General of Japan’s efforts to promote cultural exchange. Governor Jameel Ahmad emphasized the significance of cultural exchanges in fostering understanding and goodwill between nations, citing the enduring interest in Japanese culture, particularly ceramics, among the Pakistani public.
Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), Jameel Ahmad highlighted the 1957 Cultural Agreement between Pakistan and Japan as the foundation for bilateral relations, underscoring its role in expanding cultural ties. Highlighting the historical collaboration in financial institutions, Ahmad noted the opening of the Bank of Tokyo’s third-ever overseas branch in Karachi in 1953.
Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), Jameel Ahmad expressed the belief that collaboration between the two countries could enhance trade, investment, and the exchange of information and best practices in financial systems. HATTORI Masaru, Consul General of Japan, expressed delight at the Pakistani audience’s interest in Japanese culture.
Masaru, Consul General of Japan pledged the Consulate’s commitment to bringing and curating more Japanese cultural exchange programs to strengthen bilateral relations. Running until February 7th, 2024, the exhibition introduces the yakishime ceramics technique, showcasing over 80 pieces from historical to contemporary works.
Alongside the pottery display, the State Bank Museum will host Japan-related lectures and workshops on Calligraphy, Indigo
Dye, Pottery, and Origami. The annual Japanese Calendar exhibition will also coincide with the event from January 26th to February 7th. The inauguration ceremony, attended by diplomats, bankers, art enthusiasts, and city notables, marked the beginning of a cultural extravaganza.
The exhibition is open to the public, offering free entrance from January 25th to February 7th, 2024.
