LT–JP ART is a new initiative established to strengthen artistic collaboration between Lithuania and Japan. Launched in 2024, the network brings together artists and producers from both countries, with the aim of fostering creative partnerships, supporting joint projects, and facilitating the representation of Lithuanian artists in Japan and Japanese artists in Lithuania.
LT–JP ART is conceived as a long-term platform for cultural dialogue and exchange, with a commitment to fostering sustained cooperation between the artistic communities of both countries.
10:00–10:10
Opening Remarks
Welcome by organisers and introduction to the aims of the LT–JP ART initiative.
10:10–10:25
Opportunities for Lithuanian Artists
Gabija Čepulionytė, Cultural Attaché of Lithuania in Japan, presents current and emerging possibilities for Lithuanian artists in the Japanese cultural landscape.
10:25–10:40
NishiAizu Arts Village
Founders Yoshihiro Yabe and Kaori Yamaguchi introduce their creative hub in Japan and outline collaboration opportunities with Lithuanian artists.
10:40–10:55
Residency Experiences in Japan
Artists Agnė Matulevičiūtė and Renata Valčik share their residency journeys, artistic discoveries, and reflections on cross-cultural exchange.
10:55–11:10
Japanese Experimental Sound
Artist Tomoo Nagai shares insights into the Japanese experimental music scene and his artistic approach.
11:10–11:25
Bringing Lithuanian Culture to Japan: Case Studies
Cultural producer Sergej Grigorjev reflects on successful cultural projects realised in Japan and lessons learned.
From 11:25
Networking & Conversations
An open space for informal discussion, questions, and building new connections over coffee.
Network is initiated by Nishi-Aizu International Art Village managed by BOOT incorporated association (representatives Yoshihiro Yabe and Kaori Yamaguch, MMLAB (representatives Rusnė Kregždaitė and Agnė Matulevičiūtė), individual artists Tomoo Nagai and Renata Valčik, with support form Gabija Čepulionytė, the cultural attaché of Lithuania in Japan.
The development of LT–JP ART is carried out in close collaboration with key institutional partners, including the Lithuanian Cultural Attaché in Japan, the EU Delegation in Japan, the Japan–Lithuania Friendship Association, the Embassy of Japan in Lithuania, Vilnius City Municipality, and the Lithuanian Council for Culture.