Japan Vietnam festival kicks off in Ho Chi Minh City to celebrate 50 years of diplomatic ties

The Japan Vietnam Festival in Ho Chi Minh City kicked off on Saturday morning, attracting a large number of locals, expats and tourists. Distinguished guests shake hands on stage at the opening ceremony of the Japan Vietnam Festival in Ho Chi Minh City on February 25, 2023. A visitor looks for information about Ho Chi Minh City tourism’s products at a booth at the Japan Vietnam Festival in Ho Chi Minh City on February 25, 2023. A visitor looks for information about Ho Chi Minh City tourism’s products at a booth at the Japan Vietnam Festival in Ho Chi Minh City on February 25, 2023. Photo: Dong Nguyen / Tuoi Tre NewsAn ice-cream booth at the Japan Vietnam Festival in Ho Chi Minh City on February 25, 2023.