#Japan #Tokyo #Communication #Deaflympics #Dialogue in Silence

Experience Communication Beyond Words

Dialogue in Silence is an engaging social entertainment program that invites participants to explore communication in a soundless world. This unique event, organized by the Dialogue Japan Society, will be held from October 1 to November 2, and then again from December 1 to December 30, 2025, at the Dialogue Diversity Museum in Takeshiba, Tokyo. Tickets are available starting today!

Special Program for the Deaflympics

In October, a special theme around 'Sports' will enhance the experience as it coincides with the Deaflympics Tokyo 2025, the first such event to take place in Japan. Participants will engage in a program focused around non-verbal communication through sports, providing a unique insight and encouragement to enjoy the Deaflympics more fully.

Event Background

This year, November marks the historic occurrence of the Deaflympics in Japan, a prestigious event that showcases athletes who are deaf or hard of hearing. Since its inception in 1924, the Deaflympics has not only been a platform for sports but also a stage for sharing the rich culture and various modes of communication of the deaf community worldwide. The event will bring together athletes and spectators from all corners of the globe, making it a melting pot of cultures beyond borders and languages. To fully appreciate and connect with the Deaflympics, understanding diverse communication styles is essential.

What to Expect at 'Dialogue in Silence'

Dialogue in Silence offers a hands-on opportunity to experience various modes of communication that transcend language barriers. In this immersive program, participants will don sound-blocking headsets and interact under the guidance of professional deaf facilitators, engaging in non-verbal dialogue. This unique experience enhances participants' observational skills, concentration, and creativity while allowing them to discover new methods of communication without spoken words. Through body language and other non-verbal means, even those who speak different languages can establish profound connections.

The program has been held globally since its conception in Germany in 1998, with successful events in countries like France, Israel, Mexico, Turkey, and China. With over 1 million participants worldwide, it was first brought to Japan in 2017, where more than 24,000 individuals have since participated. The program has gained recognition as a valuable educational tool, being implemented in schools and corporate training to teach communication diversity and a coexistence society to individuals of all ages.

Event Details

• - Dates: October 1, 2025 – November 2, 2025 & December 1, 2025 – December 30, 2025
• - Theme for October: 'The World’s Quietest Sports Day! Overcoming Language Barriers through Sports in a Soundless World.' The theme for December will be announced on the official website.
• - Experience Duration: Approximately 90 minutes
• - Ticket Prices (incl. tax): Adults: 4,950 JPY / Students: 2,750 JPY / Elementary School Kids: 550 JPY
• - Venue: Dialogue Diversity Museum, Takeshiba, Tokyo

(1-10-45 Kaigan, Minato-ku, Atre Takeshiba Theatre Building, 1st Floor)

• - Reservation: Advance reservation via the website is required.
• - Ticketing Page: Dialogue in Silence Ticket Page
• - Inquiries: [email protected]

About the Dialogue Japan Society

Founded in 1999, the Dialogue Japan Society aims to promote a society built on recognition and mutual assistance. It has hosted various programs like 'Dialogue in the Dark,' 'Dialogue in Silence,' and 'Dialogue with Time,' with approximately 330,000 people having participated in these unique experiences. In August 2020, they opened the Dialogue Diversity Museum 'Forest of Dialogue' in Takeshiba, Tokyo, which provides a platform for everyone to engage in equal dialogue. The ultimate goal is to foster a rich and diverse society through recognizing the importance of communication and social participation.

For more information, visit the Dialogue Japan Society website and the Forest of Dialogue website.