会場となった鎌倉SONG BE CAFEのオーナーである宇治香さんは、これまで30年にわたり鎌倉の地で平和を訴えてきました。「必要なのは対話、コミュニケーションだ」と語っています。また動画でメッセージを届けてくださった神奈川県平塚市議会議員の江口ともこさんは、「イスラムの国々の子供たちの一番なりたい職業が「詩人」であることを本で知り、衝撃を受けた」と話しました。発起人のALTAM代表理事、北澤は、「それぞれが自分にできることをすること、それが平和への第一歩ではないか？まずは隣人と対話してほしい。」と語りました。
争いが続く地域で、詩人になる、とはどういうことなのでしょうか。ぜひみなさんも考えてみてください。
当日集まった寄付とマルシェの売上の３割は日本赤十字などを通じて必要な都市に届けられます。
＜Wishing for World Peace Through Art: Kamakura Hosts Inspiring Community Event＞
Kamakura, Japan - June 29, 2025 - On Sunday, June 29, artist Sayaka Yokomizo, a member of kiki!! CREATIVE, unveiled a new peace-themed artwork at SONG BE CAFE in Kamakura as part of WORLD PEACE ACTION 2025-a spontaneous art event and peace action organized by local leaders and creatives from the Shonan region.
The event was co-organized by:
Momoko Kitazawa, Representative Director of ALTAM / Founder of kiki!! CREATIVE
Rie Hirano, Representative of Kamakura Gomi Fes 530
The day’s program included an art exhibition, live painting, dance, chorus performance, and a peace talk session led by experts and community members. The event aimed to raise awareness and donations for civilians affected by conflict. Thirty percent of the proceeds from the on-site market and donations will be delivered to those in need via the Japanese Red Cross.
The owner of the venue, Kaori Uji, who has spent the past 30 years advocating for peace in Kamakura, shared a powerful message:
“What we need is dialogue and communication.”
In a video message, Tomoko Eguchi, a city council member from Hiratsuka, Kanagawa, shared:
“I was shocked to learn from a book that in many Islamic countries, the most desired future profession among children is a ‘poet.’”
Organizer Momoko Kitazawa, Representative Director of ALTAM, reflected:
“Peace begins with each of us doing what we can. We can start by simply having a conversation with our neighbors.”
The event posed a profound question:
What does it mean to dream of becoming a poet in a region scarred by war?
Participants gathered in solidarity and streamed their peace messages live via Instagram, sharing hope and connection with viewers across the world. This community-led initiative is a reminder that peacebuilding starts with simple conversations-and that art can be a powerful, borderless language for change.
（Translation）STAFF Jacob’s thoughts：
This was a powerful and inspiring event where I learned a lot about how we can create peace. It was moving to see everyday people taking real action. The art by Sayaka Yokomizo and others was incredible! More people should experience their message and creativity.
For more details about this event, visit the link.
