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On May 16, Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba welcomed a courtesy visit from Ayame Musume (Iris Maidens) representatives, including Ayaki Sato, 34, from Itako City, Ibaraki Prefecture. The meeting took place at the Prime Minister’s Office. The group introduced the upcoming “Suigo Itako Ayame Festival,” scheduled to begin on May 23, and presented the Prime Minister with a bouquet of flowers. Expressing his appreciation, Prime Minister Ishiba remarked, “It must be a truly soothing and beautiful sight. I hope to visit if the opportunity arises,” with a smile.
On May 16, Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba received a courtesy visit at the Prime Minister’s Office from representatives of the Ayame Musume (Iris Maidens), including Ayaki Sato, 34, from Itako City, Ibaraki Prefecture. The group introduced the “Suigo Itako Ayame Festival,” set to commence on May 23, and presented the Prime Minister with a bouquet of flowers. Expressing his gratitude, Prime Minister Ishiba commented, “It must be a truly soothing and beautiful sight. I hope to visit if the opportunity arises,” while smiling.
