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EMBASSY NEWS ARCHIVE
21.December.2009
Farewell Visit from Mr Waisea MawiMr Waisea Mawi, visited the Embassy today to bid his farewell before departing tomorrow for the UK >>more 18.December.2009
Visits from Takanezawa Town Council OfficialsTakanezawa Town Council officials Mr Haruhisa Suzuki and Mr Eiji Kobayashi visited the Embassy today >>more 17.December.2009
‘Fiji My Second Home Programme’ IncentivesThe ‘Fiji My Second Home Programme’ is a new initiative by the Government of Fiji that will provide an ideal opportunity to foreign citizens to make Fiji their second home >>more 12.December.2009
Thank You Lunch at the Fiji HouseFriends and families of Fiji attended the “Thank You Lunch” hosted by Ambassador and Mrs Mataitoga on Saturday, December 12 >>more 9.December.2009
Fiji`s Honorary Consul in Osaka visits Ambassador MataitogaFiji`s Honorary Consul in Osaka, Mr. Hirokazu Ishibashi with Mr. Toshio Kimura; President of EIGHT-TEC Co. Ltd and Mr. Naoyoshi Higashigawa; Director of the Osaka City Industrial Association paid a courtesy call to Ambassador Mataitoga today >>more 4.December.2009
Visiting the Embassy todayNine students from Tsurugashima Minami Junior High School in Saitama Prefecture visited the Embassy today >>more 11.November.2009
Visiting the Embassy today!Visiting the embassy this afternoon was Ms Sulueti Buli of PSC, Fiji >>more 9.November.2009
2009 in Takanezawa FestivalOn the second Sunday of every November, Takanezawa Town in Tochigi Prefecture holds an event, bringing in all foreigners as well as Japanese, to understand the beautiful meaning of “International Exchange in Takanezawa” >>more 2.November.2009
SEKAI FUREAI MATSURI 2009Also known as International Friendship Festival 2009, the 2-day event that was held at Green-Culture Zone in Showa Memorial Park, Tachikawa City, Tokyo, ended yesterday afternoon >>more 30.October.2009
Ambassador’s first day in officeFET and the Tourism Fiji Japan office welcomed our new Ambassador HE Isikeli Mataitoga, Mrs Mataitoga and David Mataitoga at a morning tea hosted at the Embassy on Thursday 29th >>more 26.October.2009
Azabu Kumin Fureai Matsuri 2009Also known as Azabu Community Friendship Festival, the 2day event which was held at Azabu Kumin Centre in Azabudai, Tokyo, ended yesterday afternoon >>more 23.October.2009
Tokyo Motor Show 2009The 41st TOKYO MOTOR SHOW in Makuhari Messe, Chiba City, opens from tomorrow, October 24th, 2009 until November 4th, 2009 for the general public >>more 21.October.2009
Fiji Noni Products for JapanOwner of Imaizumi Product Company (Tochigi Prefecture), Mr Haruki Imaizumi, visited the Embassy this morning to discuss the possibility of importing Fiji noni juice and other noni products into Japan >>more 10.October.2009
Fiji Day Reception 2009More than 100 people turned up to celebrate the 39th Anniversary of Fiji's Independence at Cerulean Tower Tokyu Hotel in Shibuya, Tokyo >>more 6.October.2009
Duskin Leadership Training Program in JapanThe 11th Duskin Leadership Training Program in Japan started on September 4, 2009 >>more 6.October.2009
October 3 & 4, Global Festa 2009Fiji Embassy Tokyo joined hands with exhibitors from other Embassies, Japanese government, NGO`s and International Organizations for another successful event this year, Global Festa 2009 >>more 28.September.2009
Tokyo Institute of Technology GraduationFiji national David Rohindra graduated from the Tokyo Institute of Technology with a Doctor of Engineering in Organic and Polymeric Materials last Friday (25 Sept 09) after 3 years of study >>more 24.September.2009
JATA World Tourism Congress & World Travel Fair 2009The JATA World Tourism Congress & World Travel Fair 2009 was held last week at Tokyo Big Sight from Thursday 17th to Sunday 20th September >>more 24.September.2009
Prime Minister Bainimarama at the 64th UN General AssemblyPrime Minister Commodore Frank Bainimarama is currently attending the 64th Session of the United Nations General Assembly now underway at the UN Headquarters, New York >>more 16.September.2009
Fiji Promotional Event, FukuokaA group of Fiji nationals and Fiji friends working and studying in Kyushu Island, this month advised the Embassy of their intention to host a promotional event for Fiji in Fukuoka to coincide with this year’s Fiji Day celebrations >>more 16.September.2009
IBM Japan Hakozaki Open Office International Event, August 25th – 27thThe Fiji exhibition booth was a success and many employees and their families showed an avid interest in Fiji and its culture and beauty >>more 11.September.2009
Fiji Water in JapanThe Business Manager for Fiji Water Japan, Mr Shinichi Sakata visited the Embassy on Thursday 10th September to update on marketing development of Fiji water in Japan >>more 11.September.2009
New Fiji Desk OfficerMs Sawa Kaneko of the Oceania Division, Asian & Oceanian Affairs Bureau, Ministry of Foreign Affairs Tokyo visited the Embassy on Thursday 10th September for introductory meetings and exchanges >>more 1.September.2009
Pacific Island Embassies in TokyoPacific Island Ambassadors and Embassy Officials welcomed the new Samoan Ambassador to Japan at a function on Friday 28 August >>more 31.August.2009
Osaka delegation to FijiA nine member delegation from Osaka led by Fiji’s Honorary Consul in Osaka Mr. Hirokazu Ishibashi visited Fiji from 24 to 28 August 2009 to scope investment opportunities >>more 25.August.2009
New Pacific Islands Centre (PIC) DirectorNew PIC Director Mr. Kanichiro Sohma visited the Embassy this morning for introductory meetings and to advise on coming PIC activities >>more 25.August.2009
ABU Asia-Pacific Robot Contest 2009 TOKYOThe 8th ‘Asia-Pacific Robot Contest 2009 TOKYO’ co-hosted by NHK and the Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union (ABU) was held on Saturday, 22 August 2009 in Tokyo >>more 17.August.2009
Visiting the Embassy todayProfessor of Nihon Automobile College and also Director of JARA International Division, Mr Minoru Goko visited the Embassy today to brief FS Ravula on the latest trip plan they have for Fiji >>more 6.August.2009
Continental Airlines Begins New Nonstop ServiceContinental Airlines (NYSE: CAL) today announced new service from its Guam hub and Honolulu to Nadi >>more 6.August.2009
Continental AirlinesContinental Airlines today in a press conference held at the Continental Airlines Tokyo office announced its new service from its Guam hub and Honolulu to Nadi, Fiji beginning December 18, 2009 >>more 28.July.2009
Farewell calls in SeoulThis morning Ambassador Kubuabola made a farewell call on Mr Jongmoon Choi, Director General for South Asian and Pacific Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Seoul >>more 27.July.2009
Honorary Consuls meet up in Seoul, KoreaFiji Honorary Consul in Osaka, Japan Mr Hirokazu Ishibashi met up with Honorary Consul General in Seoul, Korea >>more 26.July.2009
On the Way OutAmbassador Kubuabola and his family were grateful and moved by the number of friends and members of the Fiji Community who came to bid them farewell at Narita Airport early Sunday morning >>more 24.July.2009
Envoy Kubuabola named Foreign MinisterRatu Inoke Kubuabola is Fiji’s new Foreign Affairs Minister >>more 24.July.2009
Ambassador Kubuabola's last day in officeFarewell lunch for Ambassador and Mrs Kubuabola at Ark Hills Club today hosted by the Pacific Islands Ambassadors (Samoa, Palau, Federated States of Micronesia, Marshalls and Papua New Guinea) >>more 23.July.2009
Sayonara Lunch!A lunch was held last Saturday at the Fiji Residence to farewell Ambassador and his family >>more 17.July.2009
Get-together dinnerFiji Honorary Consul in Osaka, Mr Hirokazu Ishibashi joined hands with other officials in the Kansai region for a get-together dinner last night >>more 14.July.2009
Yogi`s Food Bar BULA FIJIHonorary Consul of Fiji in Osaka, Mr Hirokazu Ishibashi and his collegues visited "Yogi`s Food Bar BULA FIJI", last Thursday >>more 10.July.2009
Regional Promotion SeminarThe Ministry of Foreign Affairs hosted a “Regional Promotion Seminar”, yesterday >>more 9.July.2009
36th OISCA Tokyo ForumThe 36th OISCA Tokyo Forum and luncheon was held today at Hotel ANA Intercontinental Tokyo >>more 1.July.2009
PM Bainimarama - A Strategic Framework for ChangePrime Minister Frank Bainimarama’s address to the nation this morning >>more 29.June.2009
The Third Fiji Pearls AuctionThe Third Fiji Pearls Auction co-sponsored by J. Hunter Pearls Ltd and Aquatec International was held today at the Yokohama Sangyouboueki Center Building >>more 26.June.2009
NIC International College JapanThree students from NIC International College Japan visited the Embassy today >>more 22.June.2009
Japanese Investor eyes Fiji goodsWith keen interest on Fiji`s locally produced goods, Mr Mitsuhiko Kushida, President of Omestead Foods Limited Japan, visited the embassy today >>more 16.June.2009
ABU Asia-Pacific Robot Contest 2009 TOKYOABU ROBOCON Host Organizing Committee has just announced the 8th holding of ‘Asia-Pacific Robot Contest 2009 TOKYO’ co-hosted by NHK, NHK ENTERPRISES, INC. and the ABU (Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union) on Saturday, 22 August 2009 in Tokyo >>more 14.June.2009
Osaka Friendship GolfTwenty nine (29) business friends of Mr Hirokazu and Mrs Kazuyo Ishibashi Fiji's new Honorary Consul in Osaka, played friendship golf with Ambassador Kubuabola at Art Lake Golf Club in Mino City >>more 12.June.2009
Ambassador Kubuabola challenges Fiji Under 20 Rugby TeamAmbassador Kubuabola tonight presented the jerseys to members of the Fiji Under 20 Rugby Team in Osaka >>more 12.June.2009
Fiji's new Honorary Consul in Osaka - Mr Hirokazu IshibashiMr Hirokazu Ishibashi was commissioned tonight as Fiji's Honorary Consul in Osaka at the Ritz Carlton Hotel >>more 10.June.2009
Visiting the embassy today Wednesday 10th June 2009The Managing Director Asia/Pacific of Continental Airlines, Mr Charles M Duncan visited the embassy this morning to brief Ambassador Kubuabola and FS Ravula on the their proposed bi-weekly flights Japan/Fiji via Guam >>more 10.June.2009
IMF High Level Tax Policy Seminar for Asian and Pacific Countries on Tax IncentivesTax policy department officials from nearly 30 countries are currently attending the 3 day seminar held at the Hotel Nikko, Tokyo organised by the IMF Regional Office for Asia and the Pacific and the Japan Ministry of Finance >>more 4.June.2009
School VisitFive students from Mido Junior High School in Tokyo, visited the Embassy today >>more 2.June.2009
British Ambassador's ReceptionThe IRB Junior World Championship organized by the International Rugby Board (IRB) and Japan Rugby Football Union will take place from 5th to 21st June in Japan >>more 2.June.2009
FIJI U20 RUGBY TEAM IN JAPANFiji U20 Rugby Team arrived at Narita Airport last night, Monday, June 1st >>more 1.June.2009
Mr Michael Pasno turns 31Embassy staff joined Michael over lunch today to celebrate his birthday >>more 29.May.2009
Schedule for IRB Junior World Championship 2009Japan Rugby Football Union has just released schedule for the U20, IRB Junior World Championship 2009 >>more 28.May.2009
THANK YOU VERY MUCHThe Fiji Embassy Tokyo is truly grateful to all those who have supported us during “VIVA! PACIFIC ISLANDERS” and “THE PACIFIC ISLANDS EXHIBITION 2009”, held at Ark Mori Building >>more 23.May.2009
Pacific Islands Exhibition>>more 23.May.2009
Viva! Pacific Islanders>>more 19.May.2009
New PNG Embassy BuildingThe PNG Ambassador to Japan Mr Michael Maue hosted a reception tonight at the Hotel New Otani to celebrate the Ground Breaking Ceremony for the construction of the Chancellery Building of the Embassy of Papua New Guinea in Tokyo >>more 19.May.2009
Update on Influenza A (H1 N1)Following the confirmation of the first domestic case of Influenza A (H1N1) with no record of travelling overseas, the Headquarters for Infectious Disease Control, Tokyo Metropolitan Government has been established >>more 18.May.2009
“VIVA! PACIFIC ISLANDERS” and “THE PACIFIC ISLANDS EXHIBITION 2009”PIC, JETRO, and PIFS, together with Pacific Island Embassies in Tokyo will join hands bringing to you a four (4) day “VIVA Pacific Islanders” and “The Pacific Islands Exhibition 2009” program >>more 15.May.2009
Visiting the Embassy today!Visiting the embassy this morning were Mrs Soloila Vaurasi, Mrs Anaseini Raivoce, Mrs Lusiana Tavakaturaga from Fiji and Mrs Kesaia Underwood >>more 14.May.2009
Visiting the Embassy from KANSAI !At the Embassy today, Trade Officer Ms Savu welcomed and briefed six students from Kameoka Junior High School in Kyoto Prefecture and seven students from Kashiba Junior High School in Nara Prefecture >>more 13.May.2009
Ms Ulamila WraggThe Coordinator of the Pacific WAVE Network, Ms Ulamila Wragg will do a presentation on “Media Critical Player in the Conservation of the Pacific’s Marine World” at the Symposium on Marine Pollution and Environmental Protection in the Pacific Islands >>more 13.May.2009
Tamasei International DayRepresentatives from 16 different countries joined hands with Tokyo Baptist Church members and Tamagawa Seigakuin Junior High School teachers, sharing their home country`s culture >>more 12.May.2009
Visiting the Embassy from Miyagi PrefectureFive students from Kesennuma Junior High School in Miyagi Prefecture visited the embassy today >>more 11.May.2009
Symposium on Marine Pollution and Environmental Protection -Thursday 14th MayThe Chairman of Sasakawa Peace Foundation, Mr Jiro Hanyu hosted a pre-conference lunch for Pacific Islands diplomats today >>more 8.May.2009
Prime Minister Bainimarama visits Korean War HeroOn his return from the ADB Governors Board meeting in Bali, Prime Minister Commodore Frank Bainimarama made a one day transit stopover in Seoul yesterday >>more 21.April.2009
Expanding business tiesDr Sanjay Mehrotra, President of Indian Association of Japan, visited the embassy today >>more 20.April.2009
Mr Joseva Gavidi visits JICA Centre in NagoyaThe CEO of Fiji’s National Fire Authority, Mr Joseva Gavidi is in Nagoya to visit the JICA Centre >>more 16.April.2009
Asia-Pacific Ladies Friendship Society (ALFS) Charity Bazaar 2009The Asia-Pacific Ladies Friendship Society (ALFS) yesterday, hosted its annual “Charity Bazaar” at the ANA Inter-Continental Hotel in Tokyo >>more 16.April.2009
Pacific Islands Ambassadors supports PIRFThe Pacific Islands Ambassadors in Tokyo have given their full support to the recently formed Pacific Islands Researchers Forum (PIRF) >>more 15.April.2009
Japan Papaya Market StudyMs. Kalara McGregor of KOKO SIGA (FIJI) LTD., is currently in Japan conducting research on the papaya market >>more 9.April.2009
IRB Junior World Championship 2009IRB Junior World Championship 2009, Japan Tournament Manager, Mr Yuichi Nakazato and Mr Taisuke Yoshimura of Japan Rugby Football Union visited the Embassy last Monday >>more 6.April.2009
Briefings for two University ProfessorsAt a lunch meeting today Ambassador Kubuabola briefed Dr Kobayashi Izumi, Professor of Political Studies at Osaka Gakuin University and Dr Higashi Yutaka, Professor of Pacific Studies at Tomakomai Komazawa University, Hokkaido on the current political developments in Fiji >>more 6.April.2009
Serevi's team wins again at Japan SevensWaisele Serevi’s team the Gaitame.com YC & AC team defended its title at the Japan Sevens in Yokohama yesterday >>more 29.March.2009
Air Pacific withdraws all flights to JapanFiji’s own International Airline, Air Pacific has withdrawn all its flights between Fiji and Japan effective from last night, Saturday 28th >>more 29.March.2009
Farewell Party for Air Pacific Tokyo StaffAmbassador and Mrs Kubuabola hosted a farewell party for the Air Pacific Tokyo staff last Friday (27th) evening at their new residence in Azabudai >>more 26.March.2009
PALM 5 Preparatory MeetingFiji’s Permanent Secretary for Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Civil Aviation, Mr Ross Ligairi is in Tokyo this week to attend the PALM 5 Senior Officials Preparatory Meeting >>more 21.March.2009
The ‘Art of Dining’ ExhibitionThe annual charity ‘Art of Dining’ exhibition organized by Refugees International Japan was held at the Westin Hotel Tokyo on Wednesday, 18th March, 2009 >>more 16.March.2009
Business trip to FijiTrade Officer Ms Kelera Savu leaves for Fiji tonight on a business trip >>more 13.March.2009
School Visit from Niigata PrefectureAt the Embassy today, Trade Officer Ms Savu welcomed and briefed three students from Tsubameshiritsu Bunsui Junior High School >>more 10.March.2009
School Visit4 Students from Hachioji Narahara Junior High School in Tokyo, visited the Embassy today >>more 4.March.2009
Dinner hosted at Ikura House by Parliamentary Vice Minister for Foreign AffairsParliamentary Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs, Hon Nobuhide Minorikawa hosted a dinner last night at Ikura House for visiting Niue Premier Hon. Pope Talagi >>more 28.February.2009
Mr Mohammed Jannif named as USPTA AmbassadorMohammed was recently appointed by the United States Professional Tennis Association as USPTA Ambassador where he has been a certified member for quite sometime now >>more 19.February.2009
Introducing Aircalin to Nadi, FijiWe are pleased to announce that Aircalin will introduce a weekly connection to Nadi via Noumea >>more 19.February.2009
Aircalin donates Raffle Prize to ALFSRepresentatives of Aircalin visited the embassy this afternoon to confirm their offer of two economy return tickets Narita/Noumea/Nadi >>more 17.February.2009
PNG Ministerial LPG Working ReceptionPNG Ambassador H.E Mr Michael Maue and Madame Mere Maue hosted a reception tonight at the New Otani Hotel for the PNG Ministerial LPG Working Group >>more 17.February.2009
Visiting the Embassy TodayAir Pacific flight attendants, Ms Senibiaukula Loga and Ms Sandra Simpson visited the Embassy today >>more 13.February.2009
More Cash Donations for Flood Relief AppealThe Flood Relief Appeal Fund was boosted today by the cash donation of 650,000 yen received from the Japan-Fiji Friendship Society >>more 13.February.2009
Briefing at Protocol OfficeThe Chief of Protocol Ambassador Yuichi Kusumoto and his deputy Mr Shigemi Jomori this morning briefed Ambassador Kubuabola on some final details required for the appointment of Fiji's Honorary Consul in Osaka >>more 10.February.2009
Tropik Wood Industries Ltd Executives in TokyoThree Executives of Tropik Wood Industries Ltd are in Tokyo this week ( 7th to 12th February) to negotiate woodchip prices >>more 9.February.2009
Fiji Flood Relief Appeal at Chichibu Stadium, TokyoHE Ambassador Ratu Inoke Kubuabola and staffs of Fiji Embassy Tokyo, would like to say “VINAKA VAKALEVU” to all our Fijian supporters >>more 6.February.2009
Takanezawa people to visit FijiA Member of the Takanezawa Town Assembly, Mr Eiji Kobayashi will lead a 13 member delegation to Fiji from 19th to 23rd February >>more 6.February.2009
Tosa Bussan Inc.Mr Hiroshi Tokuhisa, President of Tosa Bussan Inc. leaves for Fiji tomorrow Saturday 7th February >>more 3.February.2009
Pacific Islands Ambassadors Luncheon meetingThe Dean of the Pacific Islands Ambassadors resident in Tokyo, H. E. Mr Michael Maue (PNG) today hosted their quarterly lunch meeting >>more 3.February.2009
Stationaries donated for SchoolsSamoan Dance Goodwill Ambassador, Miss Tina Fujiwara visited the embassy this morning >>more 2.February.2009
Japan PPSEAWAMs Kano, President of Japan PPSEAWA (Pan-Pacific and South-East Asia Women’s Association), Ms Matsuoka, Chairman of the International Exchange Committee of Japan PPSEAWA and Professor Yanagishita of the Japan University, visited the Fiji Embassy Tokyo today >>more 2.February.2009
IMPROVING FACILITATION AND IMPLEMENTATION OF INVESTMENT PROJECTSThe Interim Government is strongly committed to raising the level of investment in the country as part of its effort to create employment opportunities, improve the standard of living of the people of Fiji and in particular to reduce poverty >>more 31.January.2009
Farewell to old Fiji Residence pot luck lunchAmbassador and Mrs Kubuabola hosted a pot luck lunch at their residence today >>more 30.January.2009
Mr Mohammed and Mrs Noriko JaniffAmbassador and Mrs Kubuabola were recently treated to a delicious Japanese cuisine at the home of Mr Mohammed and Mrs Noriko Janiff in Koganei >>more 29.January.2009
Taketoyo- cho donates to Fiji Flood Relief AppealMayor Yoshiteru Momiyama from Fiji's Friendship City Taketoyo-cho in Aichi Prefecture was at the Embassy this afternoon to hand over their cash donation towards the Fiji Flood Relief Appeal >>more 21.January.2009
Visit from the GREEN ACTIONGreen Action`s Director, Ms Aileen Mioko Smith and Representative of the Fukurou Association Mr Takeshi Sagami, visited the Fiji Embassy today >>more 16.January.2009
The 21st Ship for World Youth (SWY21) Welcome PartyInvited guests and overseas participating youths from twelve different countries including Fiji, attended "The 21st Ship for World Youth (SWY21) Welcome Party" last night >>more 16.January.2009
FIJI FLOOD RELIEF APPEALThe devastations caused by recent floods in January 2009 throughout Fiji have affected thousands of people >>more 16.January.2009
Japan Provides Emergency Relief Assistance to the People of FijiThe Government of Japan has decided to provide emergency relief items to the flood victims of Fiji >>more 9.January.2009
Farewell for Ms Keiko Neda, FVB TokyoAmbassador Kubuabola, Staff members of Fiji Embassy Tokyo and FVB Tokyo, had a farewell lunch for Ms Keiko Neda today >>more 6.January.2009
Fiji without a price tagBy KELLY ROYDS - Fiji Times 6th January 2009 Each morning at 5:30, Nabukelevu-ira is covered in a haze of smoke. The villagers are busy boiling rice on outside fires, chopping taro and preparing tea for breakfast >>more EMBASSY NEWS ARCHIVE 2008 EMBASSY NEWS ARCHIVE 2007 EMBASSY NEWS ARCHIVE 2006
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