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  • A society where women shine

    Today is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, and the Preventing Sexual Violence Initiative is only gathering support. Today also sees the start of 16 Days of Gender Activism, which will run r…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Mr Shunichi Sugioka, Chairman of Hankyu Department Store, honoured by HM The Queen

    In recognition of his contribution to commercial and cultural relations between the UK and Japan, Tim Hitchens, the British Ambassador to Japan, conducted an investiture ceremony for Mr Shunichi Sugioka at the British Embass…

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Reduction in Japanese carbon emissions target for 2020: Statement by Edward Davey

    Statement by Secretary of State Edward Davey in response to the Japanese government's decision to reduce its carbon emissions target for 2020 to 3.8% below 2005 levels, or 3.1% above 1990 levels

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • UK nuclear experts welcome proposal to amend Japan’s radiation exposure criteria

    FCO Chief Scientific Advisor Professor Robin Grimes and Imperial College Professor Gerry Thomas welcome news that Japan may bring safe radiation limits in line with international standards

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Sir John Whitehead, GCMG CVO - 1932-2013

    Former British Ambassador to Japan dies aged 81.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Minister for Asia presses UK priorities at Asia-Europe Summit

    Today's Asia Europe Meeting brings together Ministers and officials from 51 countries to discuss economic and security challenges.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Designing a future fit for an ageing society

    UK researchers, designers and transport experts visit Japan to explore and exchange knowledge on design for an ageing society

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • “美味しいイギリス”をぜひお試しください

    8月末より展開中の「Food is GREAT: A Taste of Britain」キャンペーン。今週は、テレビ番組でのスペシャル・レポートのほか、“美味しいイギリス”をパブで気軽に体験していただくキャンペーンがスタートします。

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • GREAT Week in Japan showcases best of British creativity

    44 British companies participate in a weeklong series of events to promote UK creativity and innovation in design, fashion and music.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Mr Toji, President of the Kinan International Exchange Association, honoured by The Queen

    In recognition of his service to former British Prisoners of War (POWs) in Japan, Tim Hitchens, the British Ambassador to Japan, conducted an investiture ceremony for Mr Isao Toji at the British Embassy Tokyo on 4 November.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Mr Toji, President of the Kinan International Exchange Association, honoured by The Queen

    In recognition of his service to former British Prisoners of War (POWs) in Japan, Tim Hitchens, the British Ambassador to Japan, conducted an investiture ceremony for Mr Isao Toji at the British Embassy Tokyo on 4 November.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Second Arab Forum on Asset Recovery, Marrakesh, Chair’s Statement

    Event brings together key partners supporting the recovery of stolen assets for the Arab Countries in Transition.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • We will remember them

    British Embassy Tokyo to participate in the Remembrance Day memorial service

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • We will remember them

    British Embassy Tokyo to participate in the Remembrance Day memorial service

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Formula One is GREAT: British Embassy teams up with world champions Red Bull Infiniti Racing

    The British Embassy Tokyo hosts a special celebration of the UK as the home of motor racing, innovation and advanced engineering.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • DesignUK 2013個別面談会のご案内

    英国のデザインコンサルティング企業8社が、製造業を中心とした日本企業とのビジネスの機会を求めて、訪日します。

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Foreign Secretary strengthens UK ties in Japan

    Foreign Secretary William Hague visits Japan to strengthen political and commercial ties; encouraging foreign direct investment and collaboration amid London 2012’s legacy and Tokyo 2020’s Olympic future.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Foreign Secretary strengthens UK ties in Korea, Mongolia and Japan

    Foreign Secretary visits three North-East Asian democracies and rapidly-growing economies to promote UK political and commercial interests.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • 14 British Companies involved in RADIEX 2013

    British nuclear decommissioning companies were involved in the Radioactive Decontamination & Radioactive Waste Disposal International Exhibition 2013 in Tokyo.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • The future hails: British innovation to make life easier for Osaka’s taxi users

    British developed taxi-finding smartphone app makes its Asia launch in Osaka.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government