DHAHRAN: Ithra, the King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture, is presenting a special vintage car exhibition, which began on Thursday.
The exhibition is part of the Japan Cultural Days event, hosted at Ithra headquarters in Dhahran to celebrate 70 years of Japan-Saudi relations.
The exhibition is part of the Japan Cultural Days event. (Supplied)
The exhibition is being held outdoors in the Energy Exhibit area, which provides a distinctive setting for this unique display.
Maha Abdulhadi, creative programs specialist at Ithra, told Arab News: āWith help from Japanese classic car enthusiasts Ali Aldhamin and Nazar Alqlaf, we curated this display to showcase a broad range of vehicles that represent a significant chapter in the history of the Japanese car industry, which is highly appreciated in ŗ£½ĒÖ±²„.ā
The exhibition features 13 cars, most of which are owned by private collectors in Qatif, and spans a variety of classic models, modern designs, and concept vehicles. āThis is a rare opportunity for car enthusiasts in the Kingdom to experience Japanese engineering and design up close,ā Abdulhadi said.
The exhibition is being held outdoors in the Energy Exhibit area. (Supplied)
The display highlights the design, technology and innovative features of Japanese vehicles, with the cars available for viewing from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. each day.
āThis unique exhibit showcases Japanās innovative designs, precision engineering, and passion for performance, enhancing the festival experience,ā Abdulhadi said. āA Japanese car show as part of the Japan Cultural Days highlights Japanās rich automotive heritage, fosters community engagement, and promotes cultural exchange. It also attracts car enthusiasts.ā
The exhibition ends on February 8, marking the conclusion of the Japan Cultural Days celebration.
