• Workshops and shows on traditional dishes, anime movies and comics
• Children can make clay sushi, learn Japanese calligraphy, and construct paper lanterns

Arab News

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Culinary Arts Commission will launch on Wednesday a Ramen and Anime Festival in the Little Asia zone in Jeddah, with the support of the Quality of Life Program.

The festival, which is part of the Jeddah Event Calendar 2023 and will run until Dec. 17, will provide visitors an opportunity to explore the culture of several Asian countries.

Visitors will be able to experience how traditional dishes are prepared and buy souvenirs inspired by anime characters.

One zone of the festival will feature 15 daily performances of Asian-related shows, including some inspired by anime movies.

There will also be 15 workshops on culinary arts provided by elite local chefs.

A special zone for children has been set up to show them how to make sushi with clay, learn Japanese calligraphy in sand, and construct paper lanterns.

An outdoor cinema will show anime films every day. Side events include a group of roaming performers dressed in costumes based on popular anime characters.

The festival is part of the Ministry of Culture’s plans to boost cultural ties with Asian nations.