(2)Asian Network of Major Cities 21(ANMC21) Exhibition was held
Coinciding with the 9th ANMC 21 Plenary Meeting in Tokyo, from November 6th to 9th the ANMC21 Exhibition was held around the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building Citizens’ Plaza.
Thanks to the first two days being Saturday and Sunday, many people were able to attend, and the following weekdays attracted the participating of businessmen and others working in the nearby office buildings, with approximately 33,000 visitors gathering to enjoy the culture of Asia.
Next we’ll introduce some of the most popular spots from the Exhibition.
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○ PR Area for Joint Projects, etc.
PR Area for Joint Projects, etc. included an ANMC21 member cities tourism PR booth, Joint projects exhibition booth, and a booth introducing technology from the fields of environment and welfare. There was also a display of electric vehicles, and other activities showing visitors the unique appeal of each city. |
○ Experience different “Tastes of Asia”
Experience different “Tastes of Asia”, showcasing food from a variety of countries changing by the day, attracted a great number of customers that grew into long lines around lunch and dinner time. The food, such as jumbo naan baked inside the food cars and the rare treat of Singapore-style chicken and rice, etc, were so popular that they quickly sold out. |
○ Asian Live Performance
At the special stage at the center of the Citizens’ Plaza, groups visiting from each city displayed traditional Asian dance, music, martial arts, etc. Even at dusk the seats were packed, showing the strong enthusiasm that continued through each day. Cheered on by large crowd, the performers in their colorful regional costumes were able to warm up the chilly weather with their excitement and enthusiasm on stage.
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○ Digital Scroll
After the sun set, fantastic digital imagery colorfully lit up the Tokyo Metropolitan Government building as a “digital scroll.” A digital scroll uses computers to randomly assemble huge digital images by projecting them onto a building. With 60 projectors in action this was the largest digital scroll ever, and a great number of photographers could be seen excitedly taking pictures of the building.
With other events such as the Asian Cinema Selection showing masterpieces from each country, and the Presentation by International Students from Asia on Advanced Research introducing the production from the international students at the Tokyo Metropolitan University, the area around the Tokyo Government Building was alive with Asian culture for the space of four days. |
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