special guest session
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Francophonie Day Celebration in Tokyo – DRC Cultural Participation
The Francophonie Day celebration in Tokyo offers a unique opportunity to highlight the cultural richness, literary creativity, and linguistic heritage of the Democratic Republic of Congo while strengthening cultural dialogue between Congo and Japan. Through gastronomy, literature, and cultural exchange, this event connects communities and promotes greater understanding of Francophone cultures in Japan.
Sunday, March 15, 2026
· 12:00
Institut Français Tokyo
· 15 Ichigayafunagawaramachi, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 162-8415
Informational
Non-Commercial
Non-Political
About this event
The DRC Network in Japan, in collaboration with the Embassy of the Democratic Republic of the Congo in Japan, will participate in the celebration of Francophonie Day at the Institut Français de Tokyo on Sunday, March 15, from 13:45 to 14:45.
During the event, the DRC Network and the Embassy will host a stand dedicated to presenting the cultural and gastronomic heritage of the Democratic Republic of Congo, highlighting the diversity and richness of Congolese traditions.
The program will also feature a literary workshop with two Congolese authors:
Father Mukadi Ilunga Christian, author of “Au pied du Mont Fuji”
Jean-Marc Matusisa Nginamau, author of “Cycle de l’infini : Cinquième élément”
This event provides an opportunity to celebrate the French language, Congolese culture, and the creativity of Congolese writers, while strengthening cultural exchange between the Democratic Republic of Congo and Japan.
The DRC Network and the Embassy warmly invite the public and members of the community to join this celebration of culture and dialogue.
Speakers
Mukadi Ilunga
Philosopher and writer
Sophia University
Jean Marc Matusisa
Writer
Private
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