The ‘I Love Sushi’ travelling exhibition landed in Brunei recently, giving our nation of Japanophiles an exciting look at the history behind this beloved form of washoku (Japanese cuisine). The travelling exhibit is a Japan Foundation initiative aimed at introducing the history and appeal of sushi, which is a popular food in Brunei and around the world. Featuring traditional Japanese art such a ukiyo-e woodblock prints depicting sushi in japanese everyday life in the 19th century, a replica of a Japanese sushi restaurant, and the famous realistic plastic food molds seen outside most Japanese restaurants, it was a fun and light-hearted way for Bruneians to learn more about the significance and details about sushi in Japanese culture. The exhibition and its opening ceremony were held at the Malay Technology Museum in Kota Batu, and representatives from the institution welcomed more initiatives like this to encourage people to come and visit the venue. Yang Mulia Pengiran Dr. Mohammad Iskandar bin Pengiran Haji Petra, Deputy Permanent Secretary (Policy and Corporate), Ministry of Education, was Guest of Honour for the opening ceremony event, with His Excellency Kikuta Yutaka, Ambassador of Japan to Brunei, also in attendance.
