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Mayor of Paris visits the Tokyo Metropolitan Government
On March 1, Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo visited the Tokyo Metropolitan Government office during her stay in Japan. She was welcomed by Governor Masuzoe and based on the MOU signed in October last year, they exchanged views on matters concerning the environment, culture, sports, urban development, and tourism, and spoke about strengthening ties between the two cities. At the joint press conference following the meeting, Governor Masuzoe and Mayor Hidalgo announced their agreement to mutually promote tourism.
(March 1, 2016)
Spring memorial service
On March 10, exactly 71 years after the WWII Tokyo air raids, a memorial service was held at the Tokyo Memorial Hall within Yokoamicho Park. This Buddhist memorial service is held in the spring and fall to remember the victims of the Great Kanto Earthquake of 1923 and the air raids. Her Imperial Highness Princess Mako of Akishino, Governor Masuzoe and other participants offered incense and prayed for the victims.
(March 10, 2016)
Hachijojima publicity team visits the governor
On March 17, a publicity team for the 50th Hachijojima Freesia Festival, led by Mayor Yamashita of Hachijo-machi town of the Tokyo island of Hachijojima, visited Governor Masuzoe. Receiving a multi-colored bouquet of freesias from Miss Hachijojima and the other ladies of the team dressed in bright traditionally-dyed Hachijojima kimonos, the governor thanked them with a smile saying, “I always look forward to this. Thank you for delivering the pleasant scent of freesias. I understand that this is the 50th time for this festival to be held. I hope it continues to grow even bigger.
(March 17, 2016)
Plum blossoms of Takao Baigo
On March 18, the 10,000 plum trees of Takao Baigo in Hachioji City came into full bloom. The plum tree groves of all sizes, located along Kyukoshu-kaido Avenue and other areas, were bustling with tourists enjoying the plum blossoms and trekking while taking in the outdoor tea ceremonies and “koto” (Japanese harp) performances.
(March 18, 2016)
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