Resolution by the Rhode Island General Assembly to Designate “Japan Day” (March 31, 2026)
April 2, 2026
On March 31st, both houses of the Rhode Island General Assembly, following last year, adopted a resolution designating March 31, the date of the signing of the Treaty of Amity and Commerce between Japan and the United States, as “Japan Day.”
In the House of Representatives, prior to the adoption of the resolution, Consul General Takahashi gave a speech, and, while referring to the outcomes of the Japan–U.S. summit meeting held on March 19 and recent developments in Japan–Rhode Island relations, stated his intention to cooperate with the people of Rhode Island in order to jointly build a new history of the Japan–U.S. Alliance that will make both countries stronger and more prosperous.
Gratitude was expressed to State Senator Linda Ujifusa and Speaker Pro Tempore Brian Patrick Kennedy, who led the adoption of the resolution.
Many attended the reception held in the Senate Lounge, including Governor Dan McKee, Senate President Valarie Lawson, and House Speaker Joseph Shekarchi, and participants deepened exchanges in a friendly atmosphere while enjoying Japanese cuisine, including sushi made with kinmedai (splendid alfonsino) from Shimoda City, a sister city of Newport.
Furthermore, on this occasion, Consul General Takahashi exchanged views with Governor Dan McKee on strengthening Japan–Rhode Island relations.
In the House of Representatives, prior to the adoption of the resolution, Consul General Takahashi gave a speech, and, while referring to the outcomes of the Japan–U.S. summit meeting held on March 19 and recent developments in Japan–Rhode Island relations, stated his intention to cooperate with the people of Rhode Island in order to jointly build a new history of the Japan–U.S. Alliance that will make both countries stronger and more prosperous.
Gratitude was expressed to State Senator Linda Ujifusa and Speaker Pro Tempore Brian Patrick Kennedy, who led the adoption of the resolution.
Many attended the reception held in the Senate Lounge, including Governor Dan McKee, Senate President Valarie Lawson, and House Speaker Joseph Shekarchi, and participants deepened exchanges in a friendly atmosphere while enjoying Japanese cuisine, including sushi made with kinmedai (splendid alfonsino) from Shimoda City, a sister city of Newport.
Furthermore, on this occasion, Consul General Takahashi exchanged views with Governor Dan McKee on strengthening Japan–Rhode Island relations.
