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Time of India
11-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Japanese Ambassador wraps up Gujarat visit
Ahmedabad: Japanese Ambassador to India, Ono Keiichi, concluded his two-day visit to Gujarat on Friday. On Thursday, he participated in the Golden Jubilee celebration of the Indo-Japan Friendship Association (IJFA) in Ahmedabad, and on Friday, he met Gujarat chief minister Bhupendra Patel, visited Sabarmati Ashram, and reviewed key Indo-Japanese projects including the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train. Speaking to TOI during his visit to the ashram, Ambassador Keiichi said that India and Japan share a special bond, and the 50th anniversary of IJFA marks a significant milestone. He even opened his speech in Gujarati at Thursday evening's celebration at the Ahmedabad Management Association (AMA), where he also tasted local delicacies, said Mukesh Patel, honorary Consul of Japan. A book titled 'Artopedia', showcasing Japanese art forms, was launched at the event. "A delegation of 60 representatives from Japanese semiconductor companies is part of this visit. Our collaboration will help strengthen the semiconductor ecosystem in Gujarat," said Keiichi. He noted that Gujarat is the only Indian state partnered with two Japanese prefectures—Shizuoka and Hyogo. You Can Also Check: Ahmedabad AQI | Weather in Ahmedabad | Bank Holidays in Ahmedabad | Public Holidays in Ahmedabad Delegation members added that a cultural group from Gujarat will participate in the Hamamatsu Festival in Japan this Sep, where garba will be showcased to Japanese audiences.
India Gazette
05-07-2025
- Business
- India Gazette
Japanese Envoy to India offers prayers at Hanumangarhi, Ram Janmabhoomi in Ayodhya
Ayodhya (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 5 (ANI): Japanese Ambassador to India, Ono Keiichi, on Saturday visited Ayodhya, where he offered prayers at Hanumangarhi and Shri Ram Janmabhoomi. The Ambassador, accompanied by his team, was seen wearing garlands and sporting a 'teeka' after offering prayers at the sacred sites. Keiichi's visit to Ayodhya came a day after his meeting with Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in Lucknow. In a post on X, Keiichi said, 'Concurred with Yogi Adityanath for Japan- UP cooperation in investment, technologies, human-resource development and tourism. Look forward to working with CM Yogi by putting the right eye of the daruma doll as a promise of our collaboration: the left will be put when it comes true.' Yogi Adityanath said, 'Had a fruitful meeting and meaningful discussion with Mr. Ono Keiichi, Ambassador of Japan to India, at my official residence in Lucknow today.' The Ambassador also had Hyderabadi Mutton Biryani in Lucknow. In a post on X, he said, 'Enjoyed Hyderabadi Mutton Biriyani and some Awadhi zayka in the 'City of Nawabs!!' The meeting came a day after the Japanese Embassy in New Delhi hosted the 'Conference of Battery and Critical Minerals Ecosystem' on July 3. Sharing details of the event on social media platform X, Keiichi wrote, 'Yesterday we hosted 'Conference of Battery and Critical Minerals Ecosystem' in the embassy. With more than 200 participants from more than 70 companies, we united for future collaboration in the sector between India and Japan.' The conference aligns with the broader push to strengthen India-Japan economic ties--a theme that was also highlighted earlier this year during the 48th Joint Meeting of the Japan-India Business Cooperation Committee (JIBCC) and its Indian counterpart, the India-Japan Business Cooperation Committee (IJBCC), held in New Delhi on March 6. He also visited the Indian Blind and Para Judo Association and interacted with the players there. In a post on X, he said, 'Excited to meet future Olympians/Paralympians, --and medalists--, at Indian Blind and Para Judo Association, Lucknow, UP. Japan continues to support their passion, fair-play spirit & quest for excellence.' (ANI)
