Representative of Circle Group & Heritage Hall
Mr. Tran Thanh Tung
Under the mission of conveying Vietnam’s heritage to the present, we visualize traditional values and apply them to modern life.
To serve as a bridge between Japan and Vietnam through applied arts
While working on interior and exterior design projects, I noticed that the Vietnamese people always wanted to incorporate traditional cultural elements into their homes. As society developed, they began to prioritize aesthetics. Knowing this, I decided to create “Yushinkan,” a space that not only provides a place to heal mentally, but also aims to create a living environment that is both artistic and valuable. I hope to contribute to making this possible by bringing the rich history and cultural heritage of Vietnam into everyday life.
Actually, I have many opportunities to work with Japanese people, and when Emperor Akihito (current Emperor) of Japan visited Japan in 2017, I had the opportunity to meet him at the Chuan Dai Qu (Tran
Dai Quang), former President of the country, presented silver statues of Amida Buddha and other artifacts. I was involved in the production of these gifts, and I still take pride in being able to participate in a project that symbolizes the friendship between Japan and Vietnam.
Most recently, during the Cultural Exchange Week held in Ha Nam Province from May 14 to 20, 2023 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan and Vietnam, he was responsible for designing key visuals, limited commemorative items, and introducing Vietnamese heritage, highlighting the similarities between the histories and cultures of both countries, and
I realized how close we are. I respect the Japanese way of thinking about the preservation and inheritance of cultural assets. Due to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic, I have missed the opportunity to visit Japan several times, so I definitely want to visit Japan on my next trip.
An exhibition of works that deeply understand the true history is currently underway.
The Heritage House has welcomed Vietnam’s leading historians as advisors and is working on a project-by-project basis. As of August 2023, it has set up an exhibition space on the 65th floor of the Hoan Kiem Tower in Hanoi, showcasing “My Zodiac Sign / Con Giap Cua Toi” and “The Restoration of Lee Joong Amu Da Statue / Du An Phuc Dung Tuong A Di Da Thoi Ly”. Additionally, on the third floor of “Thanksgiving Cafe” in Dong Da District, the museum’s own Lee Joong era
We are displaying costumes from this event. The content is suitable for tourists to enjoy as well, and we are also updating our activities on social media, so please take a look if you like.
Vietnam is a country with extremely diverse and rich cultures, religions, and nature, just like a miniature world. I have ridden a used Vespa seven times in Vietnam.
I traveled to all 63 provinces and cities in North Vietnam. There are unique features in each region, and they are all places you should visit at least once. Especially in Vietnam, I have visited many places that I will never forget.
For those who want to know the depth and richness of history, culture, and nature, visit the Thang Long ruins, the Vietnam National Museum of Fine Arts, the National History Museum, the Military History Museum, and the Ethnology Museum.
Museums and the National Natural History Museum are recommended.
We hope that everyone in Japan will have a great time while in Vietnam, chatting with the locals and making memories that will be the most enjoyable experience of their lives.
