In the first programme of the series, a dance drama ' The beauty within' ( a love story in Indian and Japanese dance forms) was presented. Musical instruments like Sitar, Tabla and Japanese drums - Taiko were played.
International music and dance events organized in Kobe City. Indian dance was performed along with Flamenco, the Spanish Dance, Chinese and Thai Dance.
August 18th, 2001
MERIKEN NIGHT FESTIVAL at KOBE FESTIVAL
Venue: Meriken Park, Kobe
Sponsor: Kobe city,
Chuo ward office of Kobe city,The Kobe Shinbun、Sun Televison and othres.
July 20th, 2001
THE 31st KOBE DANCING CARNIVAL at KOBE FESTIVAL
Venue: Flower Road & Special stage at Sogo department in Sannomiya, Kobe
Organizer: Junior Chamber of Commerce of Kobe
July 15th, 2001
SOUND, DANCE, AND FABRIC-DYEING OF THE GREAT INDIA WORLD
Venue: Vega Hall, Habikino, Osaka
Sponsors: India Consulate General and othres
March 11th, 2001
"HOLLY FESTIVAL" - CHARITY SHOW FOR GUJARAT EARTHQUAKE
Venue: India Club, Kobe