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Japan cancels its sixth Japan Festival in Saudi Arabia, citing safety concerns for visitors and participants

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“Japan cancels its sixth Japan Festival in Saudi Arabia, citing safety concerns for visitors and participants”

Dubai: The Japanese Embassy in Saudi Arabia has cancelled the sixth Japan Festival, scheduled for November 2026, citing concerns over the safety of visitors and participants. In a statement, the embassy expressed regret over the decision, acknowledging that thousands of visitors had been looking forward to this year's event. Get updated faster and for FREE: Download the Gulf News app now - simply click here. “It is with great regret that we announce the cancellation of the 6th Japan Festival,…

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