Our name, Shining Blue Dot, is a hopeful evolution of Carl Sagan’s poetic vision of Earth as a “pale blue dot” — a tiny, delicate speck suspended in the vastness of space. While Sagan’s words remind us of our planet’s fragility, Shining Blue Dot looks to the future with optimism.

We believe that through creativity, collaboration, and compassion, we can help our blue dot shine brighter.

Every cultural exchange, scientific dialogue, and artistic expression we support adds a little more light — building understanding, inspiring kindness, and nurturing the only home we’ve ever known. This is our vision: a world where connection outshines division, and our shared humanity turns this pale dot into a shining one.

Rooted in the vibrant community of Japanese artists, musicians, and scientists in New York City, Shining Blue Dot NY curates annual cross-cultural events, each year partnering with a different country. These collaborations are designed to celebrate diverse perspectives, bridge cultural gaps, and promote empathy across borders.

Our mission is to take small but meaningful steps toward a more compassionate and connected world — one where art, science, and human expression come together to illuminate our shared future.