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Originating in the Edo and Meiji periods, ehon were initially woodblock prints, a form of art unique to that time. Today, ehon encompasses a broader range, referring to picture storybooks designed to captivate and enchant young readers. The week-long celebration features a carefully curated selection of book introductions and interactive reading activities tailored for children and their parents to enjoy together. “We are thrilled to be hosting this event at the Embassy,” expressed Kamitani Naoko, First Secretary and Head of the Press and Culture Department at the Embassy of Japan in Vietnam, during the opening ceremony. “The ehon experience will unlock a fascinating new world, stimulating the already vibrant imaginations of children.” Vietnamese children have embraced the ehon thanks to the Bac Cau Fund, which first introduced the concept in 2023. This year’s theme, “Animals,” builds upon the success of the previous year with a diverse range of events. Among the most beloved...

According to Nguyen Ton Xuan Sang, head of the community group for protecting aquatic life in Nhon Hai Commune, these adorable hatchlings emerged from a nest containing 102 eggs. Mr. Sang noted that the mother turtle returned to the sea after laying her eggs. Previously, 57 baby turtles also hatched from the first nest, which contained 103 eggs. Unfortunately, some of the turtle eggs in the nest did not survive, as seen in this picture. Mr. Sang identified these turtles as green sea turtles, also known as Chelonia mydas. They are listed as an endangered species in the Red Book. In May and June, multiple mother turtles came ashore to lay their eggs in Nhon Hai Commune before returning to the sea. Approximately 400 turtle eggs were counted during this period. Upon hearing the news of the impending hatching, many adults, children, and tourists gathered at the beach in Nhon Hai Commune, eagerly awaiting the moment when the tiny baby tur...

Uzbekistan, a formidable side with a roster of tall and technically skilled players, won all three of their group stage matches at the championship. They demonstrated their strength in their final group-stage match by staging a comeback to defeat Saudi Arabia 3-1. Although Vietnam suffered a 1-2 loss to Thailand, they still qualified for the next round, finishing second behind the Thais in their group, ahead of Myanmar on goal difference. Thailand’s Muhammad Osamanmusa celebrates his opening goal against Vietnam during their last group-stage match at the AFC Futsal Asian Cup 2024 in Thailand, April 21, 2024. Photo: Asian Football Confederation Sunday’s match against Thailand was dominated by early chances, with Suphawut Thueanklang narrowly missing a goal in the first minute. Despite both teams competing fiercely for possession, Thailand had better opportunities even though Vietnam’s defense remained solid, thwarting multiple attempts. The game’s first goal came in th...

The highlight of the event will be a mountainous market which features specialties from the northwest and northeast regions, whilst demonstrations of traditional handicraft making and folk games will also be held. Folk songs and dances by the Lo Lo, Mong, Tay, Nung, and Dao ethnic people are also expected to impress viewers during the event. Along with a range of art performances and folk games, visitors to the function will have the chance to sample special dishes from ethnic minority groups such as “rượu cần” (wine drunk out of a jar through pipes) and a horse meat called “thắng cố” which is a traditional dish of the Mong ethnic group in the mountainous northwestern region. The post Highland Market Beckons Visitors to Ethnic Tourism Village During Festive Season appeared first on Vietexplorer.com .