Ambassador Yamada of Japan has been actively engaging with various communities and leaders during his recent visit to Los Angeles. He met with Mayor Karen Bass to discuss the strong ties between Japan and LA, emphasizing the importance of supporting the Japanese American community and fostering a business environment that attracts Japanese companies. Ambassador Yamada also visited the Japanese American National Museum, where he was given a tour by President Ann Burroughs and expressed his appreciation for George Takei's hospitality. Additionally, he paid respects to Nisei veterans at the GFBNEC National Education Center and visited the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum, reflecting on Reagan's legacy. Yamada's trip included meetings with Japanese business leaders and community members, highlighting the commitment of young Nikkei leaders to their cultural roots. He also visited the Japanese American Cultural & Community Center to observe the dissemination of Japanese culture in LA.
During my time at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum, I was reminded of his great achievements and how they have been passed down to future generations. Thank you again to the @Reagan_Library staff for a great tour. -Ambassador Yamada https://t.co/CbBk7lrid6
Visiting @JHLosAngeles & the Japanese American Cultural & Community Center (JACCC), I saw firsthand the great work these organizations are doing to disseminate Japanese culture, from traditional to kawaii, throughout LA & help it take root in local communities. -Ambassador Yamada https://t.co/MdyeX0ukRg
While in LA, we met with Japanese business leaders & community members to confirm future cooperation. I was impressed by the young Nikkei leaders’ strong commitment to their Japanese roots and determination to pass on those traditions to the next generation. -Ambassador Yamada https://t.co/fwnhePOLfA
As part of my trip to LA, I visited the @GFBNEC National Education Center, where I could strongly feel the importance of courage in the face of hardship. I offered flowers at the GFB Monument and paid my sincerest respects to the Nisei veterans. -Ambassador Yamada https://t.co/zhkibwhQEw
It was an excellent tour of the Japanese American National Museum by JANM President Ann Burroughs and her staff during my time in LA. I was very impressed with George Takei's own experiences and deeply appreciate his hospitality. -Ambassador Yamada https://t.co/NkAKDciIui
It was a pleasure meeting @MayorOfLA Bass. Our strong Japan-LA ties are supported by a longstanding friendship. I appreciate her continued support of the Japanese American Community & the development of a business environment that attracts Japanese companies. -Ambassador Yamada https://t.co/gMfViLrOPV
Thank you @POTUS! https://t.co/5TQia09R1X
I had a wonderful time at the Taste of Hawaii on the Hill event, thanks to the generous invitation from Senator @maziehirono. Japan and Hawaii have close ties, and I appreciate the great work of the Chamber of Commerce Hawaii. -Ambassador Yamada https://t.co/qvT3yTUUfx
Yesterday I was honored to host the annual King Kamehameha lei draping ceremony at the US Capitol. This ceremony is a testament to how hard so many people have worked to make sure Hawai‘i is seen, heard, and represented fully and fairly in DC. Mahalo to everyone who joined. https://t.co/nrsNRSJlm8
Thank you @USAmbJapan 🙏🏼 https://t.co/8SIm5lgFke