2025 National Day Reception on the occasion of the Birthday of His Majesty the Emperor

On February 27, Ambassador of Japan to Georgia H.E. Mr. ISHIZUKA Hideki together with his spouse, hosted the national day reception in celebration of the Emperor's birthday at the Pullman Hotel in Tbilisi. 

After singing of the national anthems of Japan and Georgia by the choir of students of Georgian School Tbilisi, the Ambassador delivered his opening speech (link), followed by a congratulatory address made by H.E. Mr. Giorgi Zurabashvili, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Georgia, on behalf of all the guests, who wished for the further development of friendly relations between Japan and Georgia, touching upon the long and deep history of cooperation between the two countries. 

More than 250 attendees, including governmental and non-governmental representatives, local cultural figures, businesspersons and members of the diplomatic corps, attended the event. In addition to a booth introducing JICA Japan Overseas Cooperation Volunteers, which marks its 60th anniversary this year, there were various information booths with video clips, which showcased: activities of Japanese local governments and Japanese companies; attraction of Japanese local communities and culture; and the Grassroots Development Assistance projects. 

The chef of the official residence of the Ambassador also conducted a sushi demonstration, and many attendees tasted sushi, Japanese tea and sake. 

Building upon the outcomes of this reception, the Embassy will continue to make efforts to further develop friendly relations between Japan and Georgia this year.