Egypt is set to become the stage for an unprecedented artistic achievement in 2025 with the creation of what is expected to be the world’s largest painted mural, bringing together students, artists, and institutions in a landmark collaboration between Egypt and Japan.
The project is spearheaded by the Japanese non-profit organisation Identity of the Earth, with the active support of the Japanese Embassy in Cairo and the Egyptian Embassy in Tokyo.
A number of key partners have joined the initiative, including the Japan Foundation, the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), and Egypt’s network of Egypto-Japanese schools.
According to Dr. Gad El-Kady, former cultural attaché of Egypt in Japan and the Egyptian coordinator of the initiative, students from these schools will play an integral role in the creation of large individual panels—each measuring five metres by five metres.
These canvases will eventually be combined to form a single, colossal mural that aims to break world records.
“The mural will have a unified theme reflecting the depth of Egyptian civilisation, the cultural exchange between Egypt and Japan, and global challenges like climate change and water scarcity,” Dr. El-Kady explained.
The ambitious artwork will be developed across several of Egypt’s most iconic heritage sites.
The official launch is scheduled for this Thursday at the Egypto-Japanese School in the city of 6th of October, with representatives from all supporting institutions in attendance.
Following the launch, the organising team will travel to Luxor and Aswan to prepare for the project’s main events, which are set to take place in December 2025.
The monumental mural not only seeks to set a new global benchmark in the art world but also serves as a vibrant celebration of intercultural dialogue and youth-driven creativity.
Source: apanews
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