1. A Japan-South Korea cultural exchange festival was held in Seoul, celebrating 60 years of diplomatic ties.
- The annual event featured over 60 booths showcasing traditional culture and products from both countries.
- The highlight included a performance by Japanese calligrapher Aoyagi Bisen, who wrote the Japanese characters for "friendship" to the sound of traditional instruments.

2. Last year, a record 12 million people traveled between Japan and South Korea.
- South Korean visitors expressed admiration for the calmness and serenity in Japanese culture, while also appreciating its unique charm.
- A Japanese cosplayer noted the friendliness of South Korean cosplay fans and their fluency in Japanese, hoping to build more connections between the two countries.

3. The cultural exchange festival has grown significantly since it was first launched in 2005, becoming one of the largest grassroots events between the two nations.