Key Facts
• June 8: Princess Kako visited Maringá after three days in São Paulo.
• She toured three cities: Maringá, Rolândia, and Londrina, in two days.
• Welcomed by 60 children holding Japan-Brazil flags at Maringá Cultural and Sports Association.
• Planted a white ipê tree to mark 130 years of Japan-Brazil diplomatic relations.
• Attended a reception with over 500 attendees, including Maringá’s mayor and local leaders.
• Acknowledged contributions of 2.7 million Japanese descendants in Brazil.
• Highlighted 21,000 Japanese-Brazilian migrants’ impact in Japan.
• Praised Maringá’s cultural and sports facilities, supported by Japan’s Kakogawa City.
• Received commemorative gifts from local leaders and organizations.
• Enjoyed performances by Japanese cultural groups, including taiko drumming and Yosakoi Soran dance.
• Interacted with performers and attendees, emphasizing continued ties with the Japanese-Brazilian community.
Summary
Princess Kako of Japan visited Paraná State, Brazil, on June 8, following her official duties in São Paulo. Over two days, she toured Maringá, Rolândia, and Londrina, engaging with the Japanese-Brazilian community. At the Maringá Cultural and Sports Association, she planted a white ipê tree to commemorate 130 years of Japan-Brazil diplomatic relations. During a reception attended by over 500 people, she expressed gratitude for the contributions of 2.7 million Japanese descendants in Brazil and 21,000 Japanese-Brazilian migrants in Japan. She praised Maringá’s cultural and sports facilities, supported by Kakogawa City, Japan. The event concluded with traditional Japanese performances, where Princess Kako applauded and interacted with performers, emphasizing her commitment to fostering ties with the Japanese-Brazilian community.
