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Envoy Embraces Diwali: Japan-India Bond Shines Bright
7 Nov
Summary
- Japanese Ambassador Ono Keiichi celebrated Diwali with embassy staff.
- He noted similarities between Diwali and Japan's Lantern Matsuri festival.
- Upcoming 75th anniversary of India-Japan diplomatic ties to feature cultural events.
Japanese Ambassador Ono Keiichi recently participated in Diwali celebrations, embracing the festival's joyous atmosphere with embassy staff and friends. He observed commonalities between Diwali and Japan's Lantern Matsuri, appreciating the shared tradition of celebrating with lights.
Ambassador Ono donned traditional Indian attire for the occasion, a gift from a Japanese friend in Delhi, reflecting the deep people-to-people ties between India and Japan. He remarked that this special partnership extends beyond leaders to human connections, with Diwali serving as a significant event to strengthen these bonds.
Looking ahead, the upcoming 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between India and Japan will be marked by numerous cultural events, including festivals, concerts, and anime events, in both countries. The Ambassador expressed his enthusiasm for celebrating his third Diwali in India and anticipates further strengthening bilateral ties through these planned initiatives.
