Special Bulletin
On Thursday 23rd June, Her Imperial Highness Princess Takamado during her visit to the area, took time to hold a gathering at the Consul General’s official residence Edinburgh.
On the introduction of Consul General Mr Fujiwara, five distinguished persons who have contributed to the strengthening of Japan-UK relations and the promotion of mutual understanding over many years joined the friendly meeting for around one hour.
The Japan Society of Scotland was honoured to have been invited and was represented by Mrs Katy Gow. Other guests included Mrs Sayoko Smith from the Japanese Women’s Association of North East England and Mr Kingsley Smith, Ms Sara Stewart from The Japanese Garden at Cowden and also Dr Mike Rands, Master of Darwin College Cambridge.