Source::Xinhua
In a spirit of camaraderie and cultural exchange, China Festival 2023 commenced in the heart of Tokyo's Yoyogi Park. The two-day festival, co-sponsored by the Chinese Embassy in Japan and the Executive Committee of China Festival 2023, marks the 45th anniversary of the signing of the China-Japan Treaty of Peace and Friendship. Its mission is to foster people-to-people exchanges between China and Japan.
The event boasts over 80 booths, including those from the China Cultural Center, the China National Tourism Office in Tokyo, and the China Enterprises Association in Japan. These diverse exhibits aim to create a vibrant platform for friendly interactions between the people of both nations, featuring cultural displays, tantalizing food tastings, tourism promotions, and more.
Distinguished guests, including former Japanese Prime Minister Yasuo Fukuda, Chinese Ambassador to Japan Wu Jianghao, Japan's ruling coalition party Komeito leader Yamaguchi Natsuo, and others, graced the opening ceremony with their presence and delivered inspiring speeches.
Mr. Fukuda, who also serves as the top advisor of the Executive Committee of the China Festival 2023, noted the festival's growing popularity and emphasized its role in enhancing mutual understanding between China and Japan. He expressed his hope that the event would provide a meaningful opportunity for everyone to immerse themselves in Chinese culture and further strengthen the friendship between the two nations.
Ambassador Wu Jianghao highlighted the China Festival's significance as a flagship event jointly organized by the Chinese embassy in Japan, Japan-China friendship groups, and overseas Chinese communities. Over the years, the festival has garnered extensive attention and support from various sectors in both countries, contributing positively to people-to-people exchanges between China and Japan.
Recognizing that 2023 marks the 45th anniversary of the China-Japan Treaty of Peace and Friendship, Ambassador Wu emphasized the treaty's enduring principles that have guided bilateral relations. He extended an enthusiastic invitation to Japanese friends, urging them to visit China, witness its development, and experience the dynamism of Chinese society.
Throughout the festival, Japanese attendees had the opportunity to explore China's environmentally friendly electric vehicles and smart home appliances. Moreover, a diverse array of performances, including traditional Chinese musical instruments like the erhu and martial arts demonstrations, showcased the rich cultural tapestry shared by China and Japan.
China Festival 2023 stands as a testament to the deep-rooted friendship and cultural bonds between the two nations, reaffirming their commitment to promoting lasting peace and collaboration in the spirit of the China-Japan Treaty of Peace and Friendship._Xinhua
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