It was our great honor to collaborate with the Japanese Studies Society to participate in the half-day exchange event for a group of young people from Kagoshima, Japan under the YDC Youth Ambassadors Programme 2024 co-organised by the Home and Youth Affairs Bureau (民政及青年事務局) and the Youth Development Commission (青年發展委員會).
In August 2024, the Kagoshima delegation, comprising secondary school and university students, visited CUHK to experience cultural exchange between Hong Kong and Kagoshima cultures through a variety of interactive and educational activities. Thanks to the support of our student representatives from the Japanese Studies Society, the exchange was highly successful and fostered cross-cultural friendships.
Key Highlights:
Cultural Presentations: Students from Kagoshima delivered insightful presentations on their culture, history, and traditional practices, including the intricate art of Oshima Tsumugi weaving (大島紬織布).
Interactive Activities: Participants from both regions engaged in hands-on origami workshops and enjoyed traditional mini-games such as Chatsumi (tea picking) from Japan and rock–paper–scissors (包剪揼) from Hong Kong.
Group Discussions: These discussions allowed students to share cultural experiences and perspectives, as they covered topics such as anime, food, and local slang.
CUHK Campus Tour: The visiting students were given a guided tour of the CUHK campus, including stops at The CUHK Library (香港中文大學圖書館), the Pavilion of Harmony (合一亭), and The University Mall (百萬大道).
Culinary Experience: The exchange concluded with a shared Dim Sum meal, offering participants a taste of Hong Kong’s renowned culinary heritage.
The YDC Youth Ambassadors Programme 2024: Kagoshima Delegation Visit to Hong Kong was a resounding success. For many of the Japanese students, it was their first visit to Hong Kong, and the event provided an invaluable opportunity for them to connect with local students. We extend our sincere gratitude to the Home and Youth Affairs Bureau (民政及青年事務局) and the Youth Development Commission (青年發展委員會) for their invitation to this meaningful cultural exchange.
We look forward to continuing such enriching exchanges in the future.
