Embassy of Japan in Canada

💎Japan Gems 6-Mie⑦ Sake 🍶 💎 The G7 Summit in Canada was concluded with great success. At the Ise-Shima Summit in 2016, “Zaku” sake was used for a toast. Meaning ‘create’ with various entities, "Zaku" is a good match for Canada, aiming for diversity and unity. Learn more on FB

Japan Festival Sudbury showed me how Japanese culture can bring communities together in the most beautiful way. It reminded me of the quiet strength of tradition and the possibilities it holds. -Amb. Yamanouchi @LefebvrePaul @VivianeLapointe @jamiewestndp

Deputy Head of Mission, Minister Maruyama opened the two-day Sogetsu Ikebana Exhibition on Saturday. It showcased incredible display of creativity & artistry that evoked a cool, summery atmosphere in the heart of the city delighted Ottawans🏖️. # Ikebana # Sogetsu

We're closed today for Marine Day or Umi no Hi (海の日), a Japanese public holiday. It's a special holiday dedicated to giving thanks for the blessings of the sea and reflecting on the importance of Japan’s rich maritime history and beautiful ocean environment. 📷: ©OTCB, find47

Come and take in the beauty of Ikebana (Japanese flower arrangements) at this weekend’s Sogestsu Ikebana Exhibition, “Summer in the City”! 📆: Sat. July 19 (10am-4pm) and Sun. July 20 (10am-3pm) 📍: Embassy of Japan (255 Sussex Drive) 💴: Free #Ikebana #Ottawa

With deep admiration, I bid farewell to Her E. Yuliya Kovaliv @kovaliv_y, Ambassador of Ukraine to Canada @UKRinCAN. Thank you for your dedication and friendship. I wish you all the best and Glory to Ukraine. – Amb. Yamanouchi

I was pleased to be able to congratulate Hon. Francis Scarpaleggia @HOCSpeaker on your election as Speaker of the House of Commons in person and enjoyed our discussion about relationship between 🇨🇦 and 🇯🇵 very much! Music and sports bring all together! - Amb. Yamanouchi

💎Japan Gems 6-Mie⑥💎 Matsusaka beef is a brand of Wagyu beef raised in the Matsusaka area of Mie🥩. Matsusaka beef is well known for its beautiful marbling and tender texture. Why not enjoy the rich flavor of Matsusaka beef while taking in the old-town atmosphere?

💎Japan Gems 6-Mie⑤💎 You cannot miss the Ninja experience in Mie Prefecture! Ninjas have a long history and the Iga ninjas from the Iga region of Mie are famous. Ninja fans can become a ninja and throw shuriken, or watch live ninja shows.🥷

We had a blast participating in OJCA’s Natsumatsuri this weekend!☀️ Our booth included yummy snacks, info about Expo 2025 Osaka, travelling and working in Japan, as well as fun activities like ring toss, origami and yo-yo balloons!😍✨ #夏祭り #楽しい #Ottawa #SummerFestival

💎Japan Gems 6-Mie④💎 Suzuka Circuit hosts various races, including the F1 Japanese Grand Prix. You can drive on the racing course where these races are held. It is a perfect theme park for families, offering many other rides, a summer-only water park, and a hotel.

Come visit our booth at the Natsu Matsuri👘🇯🇵

🥋 We finally put together the full video of our Japanese martial arts lecture & demo (Explore Budo) held at the Embassy of Japan in Canada — now with English and French subtitles✨! 🎥 Watch the full version here and explore the essence of Budo: youtube.com/watch?v=4pI5DU…

We were able to have a candid exchange of views on the challenges facing the international community. Cooperation among like-minded countries—particularly between Japan, Canada, and Germany—is of critical importance. Thank you. Amb-Yamanouchi @KAS_Canada

Teamed up with our friends from the Royal Canadian Navy to co-develop a gender analysis tool for maritime ops, bringing #WPS perspectives onboard. Huge respect for their expertise & professionalism! We’ll stay actively engaged in our WPS partnership with the #RCN🇯🇵🇨🇦 #JMSDF

I was grateful for the opportunity to have a very engaging and productive discussion with former Prime Minister Harper @stephenharper at the Stampede. Thank you very much! -Amb. Kanji YAMANOUCHI

I wish to extend a heartfelt congratulations to Mr. John Hannaford on his retirement from the Canadian government. Thank you for your service, as well as your cooperation and friendship with Japan. Wishing you all the best on your next endeavour! - Amb. Yamanouchi

Japan Gems 6-Mie③ Mie is where Mikimoto Kōkichi first succeeded in pearl cultivation in the world, which continues to thrive. He later founded Mikimoto, a top-selling pearl brand. Visit the Pearl Museum & let your hearts be captured by the beauty of pearls.🦪

On July 9, Chief Cabinet Secretary HAYASHI received a courtesy call from the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs of #Canada, during her visit to Japan. mofa.go.jp/na/na1/ca/page…

I visited the pancake breakfast hosted by MP Hogan. Thank you, Mr. Hogan! And I was honored to see Liberal Ministers @EleanorO_MP, @vankayak and @rechievaldez. Happy Stampede! -Min. Shugo TANAKA #Stampede2025 #CanadaPoli