The Setouchi Triennale 2025 is a renowned contemporary art festival held across 17 islands and coastal areas of Japan's Seto Inland Sea. The festival spans three sessions: Spring (April 18–May 25), Summer (August 1–31), and Autumn (October 3–November 9), each offering unique experiences.
 
With the overarching theme of "Restoration of the Sea," the Triennale aims to revitalize the region and be a "Sea of Hope" for the world by integrating art with nature. Visitors can explore site-specific artworks, performances, and cultural events that highlight the rich heritage and scenic beauty of the Setouchi region.
 
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Dutch Design Week (DDW) 2025 takes place in Eindhoven from October 18–26, celebrating cutting-edge design across architecture, fashion, sustainability, and technology. As Northern Europe’s largest design event, it features over 2,600 designers.
 
Spanning 110+ locations, DDW offers exhibitions, lectures, and networking events focused on shaping the future of design. The 2025 edition highlights sustainability and digital innovation, making it a must-visit for creatives and industry leaders.
 
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Button 2025 is the premier global content design conference, taking place online October 22–24, 2025. Over two days of expert-led talks and interactive sessions, attendees can dive into real-world content design challenges and proven strategies. Additionally, an optional AI Focus Day on October 24 explores how generative AI is reshaping the craft.
 
Featuring speakers from top companies like Google, Netflix, Atlassian, and 1Password, the event offers networking via Slack, Zoom watch parties, and on-demand recordings through October 2026. Early-bird registration is open until June 27, with passes including all live content, Slack access, and even swag like collectible Button socks. Find out more about this event here.

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