December 2016
10-11 December: ‘The 1916 Rising with an Asian perspective’ Symposium
‘The 1916 Rising with an Asian perspective’ Symposium. The Japan Ireland Society (JIS), established over 50 years ago, is the oldest Ireland-related academic Society in Japan. Its Annual Conference on Irish Studies next year is entitled ‘The 1916 Rising with an Asian perspective’.
November 2016
16-18 November: Minister Mary Mitchell O'Connor T.D. visit to Japan, 16-18 November
Visit by Minister Mary Mitchell O'Connor T.D. to Japan, 16-18 November will focus on strengthening ties in areas of trade, investment and innovation.
October 2016
20 October: 1916 Commemorations: Screening of 1916 -The Irish Rebellion
In cooperation with the Ireland-Japan Chamber of Commerce, the Notre Dame Club of Japan and Sophia University, Tokyo, the Embassy of Ireland is pleased to announce a screening of "1916 - The Irish Rebellion", a new documentary made by Notre Dame University's Keogh-Naughton Institute of Irish Studies.
1-5 October 2016: Visit by Minister John Halligan T.D. 1-5 October 2016
Ireland's Minster for Training, Skills and Innovation, Mr. John Halligan T.D., visited Japan from 1-5 October to participate in the Science and Technology in Society (STS) Forum in Kyoto and promote Ireland-Japan cooperation in the Science and Technology area.
September 2016
01 September: Official logo for 60th Anniversary Announced
2017 will mark the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Japan and Ireland. The official Logo announced today will be used to highlight various celebratory events throughout the year and mark the close relationship between both countries.
29 August: New Tourism Ireland site launched
The Embassy of Ireland in Japan is delighted to announce the launch of a new tourism website aimed at attracting more Japanese tourists to Ireland.
16 August: Preparations underway for Asia’s Biggest SPD Celebration
２０１７年３月、史上最大規模で開催！アジア最大のセント・パトリックス・デーの祭典
- Embassy of Ireland announces renewed support for I Love Ireland Festival
- Festival to have new ‘eco’ theme
June 2016
24 June: Statement by the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade
英国国民投票の結果に対するアイルランド外務・通商大臣の声明（2016年6月24日）
Statement by the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade in response to the outcome of the UK referendum
April 2016
13 April: Ireland-Japan Diplomatic Relations 60th Anniv. Logo Contest
The year 2017 will mark the 60th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Ireland and Japan
March 2016
18 March: The 1916 Proclamation in Japanese
Trinity College Dublin launched a collection of translations of the 1916 Proclamation by their Centre for Literary Translation.
19 March: Nagoya St Patrick's Day Parade/Easter Rising Commemoration
This year' St Patrick's Day celebrations will be themed on the 2016 Commemorations and will take place on the 19th March.
16 March: Saint Patrick's Day Message from Ambassador Barrington
Ambassador Anne Barrington wishes everyone in Japan a Happy Saint Patrick's Day and highlights Ireland's economic recovery.
February 2016
24 February: Ambassador's Speech at the Press Conference on 24 Feb. 2016
"A warm welcome to everyone and thank you for joining us here today. I am pleased and very honoured to open this press launch of the exciting and varied programme of events which will take place throughout Japan this year to mark St Patrick’s Day."
24 February: Embassy of Ireland Press Release, 24 February 2016 プレスリリース
Irish Ambassador invites everyone in Japan to “wear green” for exciting programme of St Patrick’s Day events during March 2016.
January 2016
29 January: Imeachtaí Lá le Phádraig san tSeapáin 2016 - St. Patrick's Day events in Japan in 2016
St Patrick's Day in Japan: A hugely popular I Love Ireland Festival and myriad other events take place in Japan in March celebrating Saint Patrick’s Day. The Embassy is involved in promoting and supporting these. If you are Irish or a friend of Ireland, please join this great occasion to celebrate Ireland and all things Irish.