At Expo 2025 in Osaka, the China Pavilion is hosting a landmark China-Japan cultural dialogue that shines a spotlight on Tang Dynasty architecture and cross-cultural exchange.
Bringing together Chinese and Japanese experts in architecture and art history, the session features insights from visiting Kyoto University professor Yuko Hasegawa, Osaka City Museum of Fine Arts curator Naito Sakae, and Chinese architect Wang Yiwu.
The event is part of a CGTN program that also marks the launch of the Japanese edition of "Tang Architecture: Building Timeless Glory," the third season of CGTN's Art Series. This interactive digital exhibition reconstructs wooden marvels from the Tang era (618\u0011\u0011907), a period renowned for its influence on global architectural design.
Using cutting-edge immersive technology, the exhibition brings to life the intricate joinery, soaring beams, and ornamental details that define Golden Age Chinese aesthetics. Viewers can virtually explore halls, temples, and pavilions that once dotted the ancient capitals of Chang’an and Luoyang.
By opening this window into traditional art and cultural heritage, organizers hope to spark new dialogues on sustainable design, conservation, and the shared history between Japan and the Chinese mainland.
As the conversation unfolds, visitors and online audiences alike are invited to reflect on the enduring power of architecture to connect communities and transcend time.
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