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05.29 Ambassador hosted lunch for JSCCIB
On 29 May 2012, Ambassador Virasakdi Futrakul and his spouse hosted a lunchoen in honour of delegates from the Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry and Banking (JSCCIB) who came to Japan to attend the 22nd Meeting of Japan-Thailand Joint Trade and Economic Committee with Keidanren on 28 May 2012.The heads of BOI and Finance offices in Tokyo were also present at the event.
05.26 Thai Festival in Nagoya 2012
On 26th May 2012, H.E. Ambassador Virasakdi Futrakul gave an opening speech at the “Thai Festival in Nagoya 2012”. The 8th Thai Festival in Nagoya was held at Hisaya Odori Park in Nagoya during 26-27 May 2012 by the Thai Festival in Nagoya Executive Committee and Yamamori Inc. The Royal Thai Embassy was a special sponsore and held exhibition on “125th Anniversary of Japan-Thailand Diplomatic Relations”to inform the Nagoya people and nearby area of the good relation between Japan and Thailand.
05.15 Mitsukoshi Bus Travel visited the Residence
On 15 May 2012, Mme Aumaporn Futrakul, the Ambassador’s spouse, welcomed 30 participants of the “Royal Thai Embassy Tour” organized by the Mitsukoshi Bus Travel, an extra activity of Mitsukoshi Department Store Headquarter in Nihonbashi. The briefing about the Residence’s history and presentation of a video clip on Thai tourism and cuisine were given. The participants were also explained about “Songkran”, the Thai traditional New Year, which they then tried its water-pouring ceremony. Discussion was made during lunch afterwards.
05.12 Ambassador attended ceremony of Visakha Bucha Day
On 12 May 2012, H.E. Ambassador Virasakdi Futrakul, delivered a speech on the occasion of Wesak Day held by the Japan Theravada Buddhist Association at Sakura Hall, Shibuya Culture Center Owada. The ceremony included flower offering to Buddha images, slideshow on the significance of Visakha Bucha Day and praying.
05.10 Kizuna Concerto
On 10 May 2011, the Royal Thai Embassy, Ministry of Commerce and Ministry of Finance of Thailand, held the “Kizuna Concerto” to celebrate the 125th anniversary of Thai-Japan diplomatic relationship. The concert was performed by more than 100 members of Thailand Philharmonic Orchestra at Sumida Triphony Hall, Tokyo, where H.E. Kittirat Na Ranong, Thailand’s Deputy Prime Minister and Ministry of Finance delivered an opening speech to the event. Dr. Suchart Wongtong, a well-known watercolor artist, also demonstrated his painting skills during the performance. The event was attended by the audience of more than 1,300, who were impressed by the collaboration of classical and traditional Thai musical instruments, as well as the arranged famous Japanese tune.
04.28 Ambassador attended Thai Fair at Aeon Lake Town
On 28 April 2012, H.E. Ambassador Virasakdi Futrakul gave an opening speech at the Thai Fair, at Aeon Lake Town Shopping Mall in Koshigaya City, Saitama Prefecture. The 4-day-fair, from 27-30 April 2012, aimed at promoting Thai products, food, and culture to the Japanese. Fruit carving demonstration, Thai massage, traditional dance, as well as Thai classical music by the Embassy’s Royal Thai Ensemble were also provided at the event.
05.18 Ikebana International 10th World Convention
On 1 May 2012, Mme Aumaporn Futrakul, Ambassador’s spouse, attended the Ikebana International 10th World Convention 2012 at Hotel Grand Pacific Le Daiba. Arranged Thai orchid was exhibited at the event.
05.01 The 12th Annual World Gardening Fair
On 1 May 2012, Mme Aumaporn Futrakul, Ambassador’s spouse, attended the Opening Ceremony of the 12th Annual World Gardening Fair at Hotel Okura, Tokyo. Thailand presented its garden under the theme “Countryside-scenery Peaceful Houseboat”.
04.22 International Ladies Association of Buddhism joined Thai Buddhist rituals
On 22 April 2012, members of International Ladies Association of Buddhism, led by Mme. Aumaporn Futrakul, spouse of the Ambassador, joined Thai Buddhist rituals at Wat Paknam Japan. The group visited the Ubosot which was build according to Thai traditional design, prayed, provided a meal for the monks and bathed Buddha images.
04.18 Asia-Pacific Ladies Friendship Society (ALFS) Festival and Charity Bazaar
On 18 April 2012, Mme Aumaporn Futrakul, spouse of the Ambassador, joined the Asia-Pacific Ladies Friendship Society (ALFS) Festival and Charity Bazaar held at ANA Intercontinental Hotel Tokyo. Participants enjoyed a variety of cuisine, exotic traditional products and dances from 26 countries in Asia and Oceania. Thailand’s booth also received many visitors.
