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Expat Community Marks Green Diwali in Japan with Cultural Performances and Traditional Food
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 16 Nov 2026, 01:37 AM
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Expats in Japan observed a 'green' Diwali, featuring dance, songs and traditional delicacies, highlighting sustainable celebrations abroad.
A group of expatriates living in Japan gathered to celebrate a "green" Diwali, an eco‑friendly version of the Indian festival of lights. The event was organized by local Indian community groups and took place in a public venue in Japan, drawing participants from various nationalities.
The celebration featured traditional Indian dance routines and vocal performances, interspersed with explanations of how the festivities were adapted to reduce waste. Attendees enjoyed a spread of Indian delicacies prepared with locally sourced, sustainable ingredients, and the menu emphasized vegetarian options and biodegradable serving materials.
Organisers said the aim was to showcase how cultural traditions can be observed responsibly abroad, encouraging both the diaspora and host community to adopt greener practices during festive occasions. The gathering received positive feedback, with participants noting the blend of cultural pride and environmental consciousness.
The celebration featured traditional Indian dance routines and vocal performances, interspersed with explanations of how the festivities were adapted to reduce waste. Attendees enjoyed a spread of Indian delicacies prepared with locally sourced, sustainable ingredients, and the menu emphasized vegetarian options and biodegradable serving materials.
Organisers said the aim was to showcase how cultural traditions can be observed responsibly abroad, encouraging both the diaspora and host community to adopt greener practices during festive occasions. The gathering received positive feedback, with participants noting the blend of cultural pride and environmental consciousness.