VJIT celebrates 10th Anniversary with diverse cultural exchange activities
- 08/07/2025
On July 8, the Vietnam - Japan Institute of Technology (VJIT) at Ho Chi Minh City University of Technology (HUTECH) solemnly held its 10th Anniversary Ceremony and officially opened the VJIT Matsuri 2025 Cultural Festival. The event marked a decade of educational collaboration and cultural exchange between Vietnam and Japan, with many notable achievements by the Institute.
A decade of knowledge sharing and cultural connection between Vietnam and Japan
The anniversary ceremony was held at the Innovation Hall, attended by representatives from the Consulate General of Japan in Ho Chi Minh City; the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO); the Japan Business Association in HCMC; partner agencies and companies; members of the HUTECH Board of Directors and the Board of Presidents; as well as leaders, lecturers, and students of VJIT.
A decade of knowledge sharing and cultural connection between Vietnam and Japan
The anniversary ceremony was held at the Innovation Hall, attended by representatives from the Consulate General of Japan in Ho Chi Minh City; the Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO); the Japan Business Association in HCMC; partner agencies and companies; members of the HUTECH Board of Directors and the Board of Presidents; as well as leaders, lecturers, and students of VJIT.
The 10th Anniversary Ceremony took place in a solemn atmosphere
In his remarks, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Xuan Lam, Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors, expressed his sincere gratitude to the Government of Japan, the Consulate General, and partner organizations and enterprises for their continuous support in laying a solid foundation for VJIT’s development over the past 10 years.
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Bui Xuan Lam thanked partners for their support in VJIT’s development
He further emphasized: “In the current context, with increasing demands for high-quality human resources—especially those capable of working in international environments—I hope the Vietnam - Japan Institute of Technology will continue to uphold its pioneering spirit, innovation, and creativity. I also hope it will align training with the practical needs of businesses, expand international collaboration, and promote applied research in science and technology for the benefit of the community. HUTECH remains committed to supporting VJIT’s growth as a strong bridge fostering deeper Vietnam-Japan relations.”
Mr. Ono Masuo praised VJIT’s role in training Japanese-standard human resources
The event was especially honored to welcome Mr. Ono Masuo, Consul General of Japan in Ho Chi Minh City. Having accompanied various events hosted by VJIT and HUTECH, Mr. Ono highly praised the Institute’s role in training outstanding human resources and acting as a bridge between Vietnam and Japan over the past decade. “I hope that VJIT will continue to make even greater strides and become a key contributor to the development of both Vietnam and Japan,” said Mr. Ono.
The ceremony was filled with touching moments, from the screening of the documentary “VJIT – 10 Years of Creating Value”, to the tribute ceremony honoring individuals and organizations with significant contributions, and the impressive opening performance featuring a fusion of traditional Vietnamese and Japanese instruments. Other highlights included Kyudo and Kendo demonstrations by expert Nuinoi Mika (6th-dan Renshi) and the Ho Chi Minh City Martial Arts Federation. A solemn Kagami Biraki ceremony, the traditional sake barrel opening ritual, was also held as a symbol of new beginnings, officially launching the VJIT Matsuri 2025 Japanese Cultural Festival.
VJIT Matsuri 2025: A cultural gateway to the Land of the Rising Sun
Held alongside the anniversary celebration, VJIT Matsuri 2025 was not only a cultural highlight of the 10th-anniversary celebration series but also an opportunity for students and visitors to immerse themselves in unique and vibrant Vietnamese-Japanese cultural experiences.
The university campus came alive with cultural booths and interactive experiences such as making onigiri rice balls, exploring the art of Japanese tea ceremony, a tote bag painting contest, a “mottainai”-inspired battery-for-tree exchange station, Japanese food stalls, ceramic exhibitions, Doraemon film screenings, and displays of traditional Japanese clothing.
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The cultural show added excitement and energy to the festival atmosphere
The centerpiece of the festival was the art performance program “Vietnam-Japan Cultural Harmony”, which featured traditional music and dance, yosakoi performances, and dynamic cosplay showcases. All of these came together to form an open-stage celebration where students could directly engage with and live through the culture.
“Today’s festival gave us a hands-on way to explore and understand Japanese culture,” said Huynh My Nghi, a first-year Marketing student at VJIT. “I think I can become a better version of myself by learning about Japanese culture, especially their strong sense of discipline.”
My Nghi shared that the festival helped her understand Japanese culture in a more vivid way
Ten years after its establishment, VJIT has become an ideal destination for young people passionate about Japan. With a modern training model and close connections with Japanese companies both in Vietnam and abroad, the Institute continues to affirm its role as a bridge for education, culture, and high-quality human resources between the two countries. The 10th Anniversary Celebration and VJIT Matsuri 2025 were not only a moment to reflect on the journey so far but also a declaration of future aspirations, continuing to inspire integration and ambition in the younger generation.
News: Minh Châu
Photo: Công Định - Quốc Đạt - Tiến Đạt
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