Greeting from Ambassador and Consul General Shinichi Nishimiya
March 30, 2009
Welcome to our website!As of today, I assumed the post of Ambassador and Consul General of Japan in New York. For the last two years, based in Tokyo, I did my utmost to strengthen Japan-U.S. relations as Director-General of the North American Affairs Bureau of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. I am aware of the huge responsibility resting on my shoulders as I take this new position in New York, the world’s leading economic and cultural center in which a large number of Japanese people reside.
Since 1872, the Consulate General of Japan in New York has been working to promote mutual understanding and exchange between our two countries. To this end, we have made efforts in a wide range of areas such as politics, economy, consular affairs, and cultural exchange, as well as public and media relations. Through this website, we intend to provide you with useful and timely information about the programs and services offered by the Consulate.
Looking forward, 2010 will be a historic year. It will mark the 150th anniversary of the arrival of the Kanrin Maru, the first Japanese-navigated steamship that arrived in San Francisco Bay after sailing 37 days across the Pacific accompanied by the U.S. Frigate Powhatan. On board were Japanese emissaries sent by the Tokugawa Shogunate to exchange instruments of ratification of the Japan-U.S. Treaty of Amity and Commerce. Since that historic occasion, interaction between Japan and the U.S. has increased exponentially. In particular, our Consulate’s jurisdiction now boasts one of the world’s largest populations of Japanese citizens abroad. Exchange between the people of Japan and the U.S. is expected to be even more active in a variety of areas, and I am determined to make my best efforts to contribute to the further development of Japan-U.S. relations. On May 31, 2009, the third Japan Day @ Central Park is scheduled to be held. This is one way for us Japanese in New York to say “Thank you, Big Apple”; for you, it will be a wonderful occasion to get in touch with the very best of Japanese culture, so why don’t you come and join us!
The Consulate General of Japan in New York values, above all, its connection and communication with people in the community. Your comments and feedback are always appreciated.
Shinichi Nishimiya
Ambassador and Consul General
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