@EmbassyJapanNL

This is the official X page of the Embassy of Japan in the Netherlands where we introduce Japan in NL!

 The Hague, the Netherlands
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10月20日、葉子ハュス-綿貫氏より自著『戦争が生んだ子どもたち――ルーツを捜す日系二世オランダ人』が道井大使に贈呈されました。同氏は日系二世オランダ人の日本人家族の捜索調査など様々な活動に携わってこられました。道井大使は同氏の日オランダ両国の相互理解と和解への貢献に謝意を表しました。
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She has long been involved in various volunteer activities, including research to locate Japanese family members of 2nd generation Dutch of Japanese descent. Amb. expressed his sincere appreciation for her contributions to mutual understanding and reconciliation between 🇯🇵 & 🇳🇱
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She has long been involved in various volunteer activities, including research to locate Japanese family members of 2nd generation Dutch of Japanese descent. Amb. expressed his sincere appreciation for her contributions to mutual understanding and reconciliation between 🇯🇵 & 🇳🇱
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On 20 October, Ms. Yoko Huijs-Watanuki presented Ambassador Michii with the first copy of her book, “Sensō ga Unda Kodomotachi—Rūtsu o Sagasu Nikkei Nisei Oranda-jin” (literally: “Children Born of War: Second Generation Dutch of Japanese Descent in Search of Their Roots”).
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On 20 October, Ms. Yoko Huijs-Watanuki presented Ambassador Michii with the first copy of her book, “Sensō ga Unda Kodomotachi—Rūtsu o Sagasu Nikkei Nisei Oranda-jin” (literally: “Children Born of War: Second Generation Dutch of Japanese Descent in Search of Their Roots”).
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On 22/10, at the Eye Filmmuseum Amsterdam, Ambassador Michii opened the series of Yuzo Kawashima 川島雄三 retrospective film screenings. This program is jointly organized by the Embassy of Japan in the Netherlands, the Japan Foundation and the Eye Filmmuseum, and runs until 11/11
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This Thursday, 22 October, The Elegant Beasts of Yuzo Kawashima opens at Eye Filmmuseum! The Embassy of Japan, Eye Filmmuseum and Japan Foundation invite you to discover five of his films, screening until 11 November. xitter.cf/EmbassyJapanNL/status/… eyefilm.nl/en/programme/yuzo…
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On 15 October, Ambassador Michii attended the opening of the new exhibition of the Mauritshuis, “Thyssen-Bornemisza ❤️ Mauritshuis​.” Do they not bear a resemblance to one another? mauritshuis.nl/en/what-s-on/… #JapanNetherlands #Mauritshuis #JapanInNL #GirlPearlEarring
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On 18/10 Ambassador Michii attended a performance of Bach's "Complete Brandenburg Concertos" by the Bach Collegium Japan, led by Conductor Masato Suzuki. On 20/10 they will perform a selection of these Concertos at the Main Hall of the Concertgebouw. concertgebouw.nl/en/concerts…
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On 15 October, Ambassador Michii attended the van Gogh Museum exhibition opening “Whistler. Dandy and Disruptor.” Whistler and Van Gogh shared a fascination with Japanese art, which influenced their artistic vision. vangoghmuseum.nl/en/visit/wh…
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Ambassador Michii visited the Port of Amsterdam and learned about plans for a liquid hydrogen terminal and cooperation between Ecolog and Japanese companies on 13 October. We look forward to further Japan–Netherlands cooperation in the hydrogen sector!
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From Kyoto to Vietnam! 2025 MEXT scholar Brenda de Groot shares her experiences conducting fieldwork on endangered langurs in Vietnam, studying their fascinating social interactions. Read her story on Instagram: instagram.com/p/Deger3_oJ8l/… #MEXTScholarship #StudyInJapan
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What is it like to pursue a PhD in Japan? 2025 MEXT scholar Brenda de Groot shares her experiences studying endangered langurs at Kyoto University and enjoying life in Japan. Read her story on Instagram: instagram.com/p/DeObIggFbv4/… #MEXTScholarship #StudyInJapan
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🎬 Discover the world of Yuzo Kawashima! Blending absurdist humor, melancholy and striking black-and-white imagery, his films explore post-war Japanese society. Five films in 4K at Eye, 22 Oct–11 Nov, with the Embassy of Japan and Japan Foundation. eyefilm.nl/en/programme/yuzo…
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At the 113th OPCW Executive Council (Oct 6-9, 2026), Ambassador MICHII represented Japan. On Oct 7, Japan hosted a side event on ACW projects. Japan remains committed to its CWC obligations and cooperation with the OPCW for a world free of chemical weapons. #EmbassyofJapan #OPCW
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On 8 October, Ambassador MICHII was pleased to attend the symposium “Three Generations – One Future: From Johannis de Rijke to 2100,” organized by Stichting Blauwe Lijn, highlighting the historical legacy of JP-NL relations and future cooperation in water management.
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Behind the scenes of ONE PIECE! To mark Toei Animation’s 70th anniversary, NHK WORLD-JAPAN takes you behind the scenes to discover the passion and skills that bring the globally popular anime to life. Available from 10 Oct: www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/s… #ONEPIECE #Anime
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The Embassy of Japan in the Netherlands announces a vacancy for a Clerk in the Administrative Section. Please see the link for more information: facebook.com/EmbassyJapanNL/…
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On 5 Oct., Amb. Michii gladly joined General Director Gosselink and The Hague Mayor van Zanen to welcome "Girl with a Pearl Earring" back after her trip to 🇯🇵 Photo No. 1 & 2: Image Mauritshuis, The Hague #Mauritshuis #Girlwithapearlearing #JapanInNL
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🎬 Discover the films of Japanese director Yuzo Kawashima at Eye Filmmuseum! From 22 Oct.–11 Nov., the Embassy of Japan, Eye Filmmuseum, and the Japan Foundation present a special retrospective, "The Elegant Beasts of Yuzo Kawashima." 👉eyefilm.nl/en/programme/yuzo… #JapaneseFilm
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JACOP (Stichting Japanese Communities Platform) serves as a platform for connecting Japanese residents in the Netherlands with one another, as well as with Dutch society. For further information 👉 jacopholland.nl/en/front-en/ #JACOP #Japan
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On 27 Sept., Amb. Michii visited the JACOP Bunka-sai (cultural festival) held in Amstelveen. The festival featured activities introducing 🇯🇵 culture, including food, calligraphy, music, and dance. The Ambassador also enjoyed some of the 🇳🇱 retro games. #JACOP #Japan
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On 27 Sept., Amb. Michii visited the JACOP Bunka-sai (cultural festival) held in Amstelveen. The festival featured activities introducing 🇯🇵 culture, including food, calligraphy, music, and dance. The Ambassador also enjoyed some of the 🇳🇱 retro games. #JACOP #Japan
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