The Korea-Japan Festival is the largest-scale exchange event between Koreans and Japanese, where tens of thousands of individuals come together. It holds significant meanings encompassing cultural exchange, citizen engagement, youth interaction, and local government collaboration between Korea and Japan. This festival provides an opportunity to understand the differences between Korean and Japanese cultures, foster mutual respect, and serve as a guiding lighthouse of Korean-Japan friendship even through challenges. The hope is for this festival to continue to be carried forward by the younger generation, advancing towards a brighter future.