Charity Concert in Hiroshima Raises Funds for Agent Orange Victims
A charity concert featuring traditional Vietnamese music was held on October 9 in Hiroshima, Japan, raising funds for Agent Orange victims and promoting bilateral friendship. According to fr.vietnamplus.vn, the event drew approximately 400 attendees, including Vietnamese and Japanese citizens, local authorities, and the Consul General of Vietnam in Osaka, Nguyen Truong Son.
Titled the “Love & Peace Concert 2026 in Hiroshima,” the gathering received sponsorship from the Vietnamese Embassy in Japan, the Vietnamese Consulate General in Osaka, and the city government of Hiroshima, alongside other participating groups. and lecourrier.vn both report that preparations began in February 2026 through the coordination of volunteers, peace activists, and Vietnamese organizations.
Symbolism and Preparations in Hiroshima
Cao Thanh Dinh, a representative of the organizing committee, noted the symbolic weight of hosting the concert in Hiroshima, a city destroyed by an atomic bomb that now stands as an international symbol for peace. reported that Dinh highlighted the shared responsibility of the global community to aid those still suffering from long-term warfare effects.
The program featured Nguyen Duc, a Vietnamese victim of Agent Orange. Prior to the concert, Duc visited the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park to place flowers in memory of atomic bomb victims. He also met Kiriake Chieko, a survivor of the 1945 bombing, to discuss their wartime experiences and shared aspirations for peace, as detailed by fr.vietnamplus.vn.
Performances and Exhibition Details
The cultural program featured traditional music and dance performances by the Bong Sen troupe from Vietnam. Their set focused on the theme “The 54 ethnic groups weave the millennial harmony of Vietnamese culture,” according to fr.vietnamplus.vn.
Alongside the musical performances, the venue hosted an exhibition detailing the impacts of Agent Orange and ongoing support efforts inside Vietnam. noted that visitors also participated in product sales supporting the cause and attended a book signing session with Nguyen Duc.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many people attended the Love & Peace Concert 2026 in Hiroshima?
The charity event gathered approximately 400 participants, consisting of local Japanese authorities, Vietnamese residents, peace association representatives, and Consul General Nguyen Truong Son.
When did planning for the Hiroshima charity concert begin?
Organizing committees, volunteers, and peace activists initiated preparations for the October 9 event in February 2026.
What specific cultural troupe performed at the event?
The Vietnamese Bong Sen troupe performed traditional music and dance numbers centered on Vietnam’s 54 ethnic groups.
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