Consul General Takahashi’s Visit to the Japan-America Friendship Festival (October 17, 2026)

On October 17, Consul General Takahashi attended and delivered remarks at the Japan-America Friendship Festival held at Touro Park in Newport, Rhode Island.
 

The festival was attended by a delegation from Shimoda, Newport's sister city, led by Mr. Atsushi Nakamura, Chairperson of the Shimoda City Assembly, to celebrate the exchange between the two sister cities. Newport Mayor Charlie Holder and Honorary Consul Steve Abelson also attended the event.
 

Additionally, on this occasion, Consul General Takahashi presented the Consul General’s Commendation to the Japan-America Society of Southern New England (JASNE) to honor their significant contributions to promoting cultural and friendly exchanges between Japan and New England.
 

Visitors enjoyed Japan-U.S. cultural exchange through musical performances by local groups, various Japanese cultural demonstrations, and an introduction to historical exchanges between Japan and the U.S. featuring figures such as John Manjiro and John Kendrick.