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The Japan Society Thomas Blake Glover Aberdeen Asset Scholarship. Interviews for the scholarship took place on Wednesday March 18th at the Consulate in Edinburgh. A short leet of three candidates from an original application cohort of 10 were interviewed and a winner was chosen. Graeme Riach was the successful candidate and a press release on the award can be viewed by following this link. The scholarship is intended to provide financial support for a young person to travel to Japan and follow an intensive period of study of the Japanese Language.We will be adding to the web site for the Japan Society of Scotland over the coming months. In the meantime, if you wish to find out more about the Society, you can download our brochure by clicking here or just contact the Membership Secretary, Tim Steward either by email Japan Society of Scotland or write to him at 21/5 Leopold Place, Edinburgh EH7 5LB, Scotland, UK.
New Honorary Patron for the Society
A new Honorary Patron has joined the Japan Society of Scotland. Lord Charles Bruce of Elgin and Kincardine, son of His Grace the Earl of Elgin and Kincardine graciously accepted the invitation of the Council on behalf of the Society in April of this year. The Consul General and Mrs. Suganuma kindly hosted a small welcome party for Lord and Lady Bruce and the Council members at his residence on Tuesday April 29. The Society is grateful for his support, especially in this 150th anniversary of the signing of the first Treaty of Amity and Commerce between Britain and Japan in 1858. The signatory on behalf of the United Kingdom was the Earl of Elgin, Lord Bruce's direct ancestor.
The Society welcomes him most warmly.
Arrival of the new Consul General of Japan Mr. Masataka Tarahara, September, 2009
The Japan Society of Scotland extends a warm welcome to Mr. & Mrs Tarahara, and their family, and express their hope that their time in Scotland will be a happy experience.
Message from Mr Tarahara
Almost 30 years ago, I had the chance to study in the UK for two years after entering the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and I travelled to Scotland, North England and the Lake District.
I was deeply impressed by the rich and beautiful scenery, the deep culture and history, and the friendliness of the people. It has been my great pleasure to return to this land of such fond memories on assuming the role of Consul General.
As the year 2008 was the 150th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan and the United Kingdom, many Japan-UK 150 events have already taken place since September last year. In Scotland and North England, more than 50 events have been developed by Japan-related organisations and mutual understanding and friendship has been promoted.
Although it is a fact that in the economic field Japanese companies have been affected by the financial crisis since last year, the manufacturing sector, such as the automobile and electronics sector, have continued to make large contributions to the local economy.
Advancements in the fields of renewable energy, life science and so no, can also be seen, and we expect further promotion in the economic sector in the future.
Furthermore, many Japanese students and scholars have engaged in study and research in universities and research institutions.
The Consulate General of Japan has the following three main approaches in enhancing relations with Scotland and the North of England.
We will endeavour to provide these services to the best of our abilities and wish for your understanding and cooperation.
Masataka Tarahara
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At a previous Annual General Meeting of the Society, it was proposed that we should adopt a new constitution and register the Society as a charity. Follow this link to look at the new constitution, our reasons for proposing it and to make any comments on it to the Constitutional sub-committee.
You may also wish to visit the website of the Consulate General of Japan in Scotland for detailed information on Visa requirements for Japan, the JETTA Programme and other information on Japan.
On the 4 December, 2007, Consul General Suganuma, on behalf of the Japanese Government, conferred The Order of the Sacred Treasure on the Reverend Professor Stuart D B Picken, Chair of the Council of the Japan Society of Scotland for his outstanding contribution to the promotion of friendship and mutual understanding between Japan and the UK. The honour is normally only awarded to Japanese citizens and is a mark of the very high repect in which Dr Picken is held by the Japanese Government. We congratulate Stuart on this well deserved award in recognition of his contribution to Japan - Scotland relationships.visitors since 28/2/08