East →← West
Cultural
Centre
Un pont entre 2 mondes
Building bridges between cultures: East meets West in the heart of Bourgogne.
Born out of a deep-seated intercultural ambition, our Centre is a unique venue dedicated to fostering dialogue between Asia and Europe, the past and the future, and tradition and innovation. Founded by Yuko Matsuoka Harris (international editor and translator) and Robert Harris (writer and civil society leader), this project embodies a vision of the world enriched by diversity and mutual respect.
The season
Here you will find a list of all the projects and events organised by the East-West Cultural Exchange Centre.
23/05/2026
Asian Cultures Festival
On Saturday 23 May 2026, the Château de Saint-Germain-Du-Plain will open its doors for its first annual cultural festival: the Festival of Asian Cultures – A Day in Japan.
19/03/2026
Call for projects Residencies
The East-West Cultural Centre is opening its doors to artists and researchers, with the aim of transforming the Château de Saint-Germain into a hub for dialogue between East and West.
17/02/2026
CEFJ Meeting
The East-West Cultural Exchange Centre is hosting a delegation from the Franco-Japanese Exchange Committee
23/05/2026
Artist Spotlight: Hiromi Asai
An actress, storyteller and cultural ambassador, Hiromi Asaï will be presenting two unique performances at the Festival Cultures d’Asie – A Day in Japan on Saturday 23 May 2026, inviting audiences on a journey into the heart of the Japanese imagination.
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23/05/2026
Guest Spotlight: Olivier S. JAPAN KUDASAI
As the founder of the leading media outlet Japan Kudasai, he will share with us his vision of an authentic, hidden and delightful Japan at the Asian Cultures Festival – A Day in Japan on 23 May 2026.
23/05/2026
Spotlight on Artists Pousses du Bamboo Orchestra
Under the watchful guidance of Makoto Yabuki, these budding musicians make and play their own instruments, creating a harmony that transcends borders.
30/03/2026
Julia Genet Residence
In April 2025, the Château de Saint-Germain-du-Plain was delighted to welcome the artist Julia Genet for a research residency, foreshadowing the activities of the future East-West Cultural Exchange Centre.