The Japanese edition of China Global Television Network's (CGTN) latest immersive digital exhibition, "Tang Architecture: Building Timeless Glory," was unveiled on Saturday at the China Pavilion of Expo 2025 Osaka in Japan.
Launched as part of CGTN's initiative to promote Chinese art, the exhibition showcases the aesthetics of Tang Dynasty (618-907) wooden architecture through cutting-edge multimedia technology. Visitors from Japan and around the world are transported back in time by this digital experience.
Using AI-based animation and 3D modeling, the exhibition provides an interactive glimpse into the grandeur and elegance of the Tang era.
Key highlights include recreations of iconic Tang-era structures such as Foguang Temple and Daming Palace, along with depictions of ancient Chang'an, the capital of the Tang Dynasty, located near modern-day Xi'an in Shaanxi Province.
In addition to the architectural displays, paintings from the Song Dynasty (960-1279) are also featured, offering insights into China's rich artistic heritage. The vibrancy of these works emphasizes the ability of cultural heritage to transcend national and cultural boundaries.
"CGTN's Chinese Art Promotion Program brings the essence of China's most representative Tang and Song culture and art to the world through digital exhibitions. This is not only an innovation in dissemination methods but also a transformation in the way of civilization exchanges," said Wu Shengrong, director of the China Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka.
Fang Wei, China's Deputy Consul General in Osaka, highlighted the significance of this exhibition in the context of Sino-Japanese relations.
"China and Japan, as close neighbors separated by a narrow strip of water, share a common cultural heritage and have conducted exchanges for thousands of years. Both countries possess numerous shared cultural assets, including architectural art, Buddhism, and tea culture. They also embrace common values of seeking common ground while respecting differences, making them true cultural kin and civilizational partners," said Fang.
Visitors are not only able to view the beauty of Tang-era architecture on screens but can also engage with it through VR glasses, immersing themselves in history and art.
"I just enjoy [it] very much. And all the different types of the presentation made by digital technology and all the architecture are very precisely articulated and also presented very well. So, it was very informative," said Yuko Hasegawa, professor of curatorial and art theory at Tokyo University of the Arts.
Themed "Designing the Future Society of Our Lives," the World Expo 2025 is underway in Osaka, Japan's third-largest city, running from April 13 to Oct 13.
CGTN digital exhibition brings Tang-era architecture to life at Osaka Expo
Visiting Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Saturday China is willing to work with Lesotho to strengthen exchanges on governance experience, enhance coordination in multilateral affairs, and advance the China-Lesotho strategic partnership.
Wang, also a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, made the remarks when meeting with Lesotho Prime Minister Sam Matekane in the capital of Lesotho.
During the meeting, Wang congratulated Lesotho on the 60th anniversary of its independence this year, and spoke highly of Lesotho government's efforts to prioritize economic development and steer the African country onto a path of sustainable growth. Since the Beijing Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) in 2024, the two sides have advanced cooperation under the 10 partnership action plans unveiled at the summit, successfully implementing a number of key projects to effectively promote Lesotho's development and revitalization, Wang said.
China stands ready to work with Lesotho to strengthen exchanges on governance experience, enhance coordination in multilateral affairs, and push for greater development of the China-Lesotho strategic partnership, he added.
Calling on the two sides to firmly support each other, Wang said that China will accelerate the implementation of its zero-tariff policy for African countries, including Lesotho, expand bilateral trade, investment and industrial cooperation, facilitate broader access of Lesotho's specialty products to the Chinese market, and continue to support Lesotho's national development.
China will continue to stand firmly with African countries, uphold justice for the Global South, including Lesotho, oppose unilateralism and acts of bullying, and work together to build a community with a shared future for humanity, Wang said.
On his part, Matekane said during the meeting that Lesotho cherishes its friendship with China and the strategic partnership between the two countries, and expressed gratitude for China's valuable support for the development of African countries, including Lesotho.
Lesotho firmly adheres to the one-China principle and resolutely supports China in safeguarding its core interests, he said, noting that his country stands ready to strengthen strategic mutual trust with China, expand people-to-people exchanges, jointly implement the outcomes of the FOCAC Beijing Summit, and deepen cooperation in areas such as infrastructure, manufacturing and energy.
Matekane stressed that China's zero-tariff policy for African products will inject new impetus into Lesotho's development. He also expressed Lesotho's willingness to strengthen solidarity and cooperation with China on multilateral platforms such as BRICS to jointly address global challenges.
On the same day, Wang also held talks with Lejone Mpotjoana, minister of foreign affairs and international relations of Lesotho.
China, Lesotho to strengthen exchanges, advance cooperation
China, Lesotho to strengthen exchanges, advance cooperation
