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Japanese artists are enthusiastically preparing special cultural performances to welcome Prime Minister Modi in Tokyo. One artist has been learning Hindi since 2020 to greet Modi with traditional Indian phrases, while another has mastered Kerala's ancient Kutiyattam theater form over three decades. Modi's visit marks his first standalone trip to Japan in seven years for the important annual summit with Prime Minister Ishiba. The leaders will strengthen bilateral ties through new initiatives and discuss regional cooperation during this significant diplomatic engagement.

Key Points: Japanese Artists Prepare Hindi Sanskrit Welcome for Modi Tokyo Visit

  • Japanese artists preparing Hindi cultural performances for Modi's arrival
  • Kutiyattam Sanskrit theatre artist practicing for 30 years
  • Modi and Ishiba to review bilateral ties across multiple domains
  • Leaders to launch new initiatives for India-Japan resilience
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Japanese artists prepare cultural performances ahead of PM Modi's arrival in Tokyo

Japanese artists learn Hindi and Kerala's Kutiyattam to welcome PM Modi in Tokyo ahead of India-Japan Annual Summit with Prime Minister Ishiba.

"I will welcome Prime Minister Modi in Hindi with my students...'Padharo Mhare Des' - Japanese Artist"

Tokyo, August 29

Japanese artists are preparing cultural performances in Tokyo as they await the arrival of Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday.

PM Modi is set to visit Japan to participate in the 15th India-Japan Annual Summit.

A Japanese artist said, "I will welcome Prime Minister Modi in Hindi with my students...'Padharo Mhare Des'...I have been learning Hindi since 2020."

Another Japanese artist said, "I am a Kutiyattam artist, which is the traditional Sanskrit theatre form from Kerala. I have been practising Kutiyattam for more than 30 years...We are here to welcome PM Modi"

PM Modi is set to begin his two-day visit to Japan, where he will meet his Japanese counterpart, Shigeru Ishiba, for the annual summit.

During the summit, the two leaders will focus on further bolstering ties between the two countries.

At the invitation of Prime Minister Ishiba, PM Modi is scheduled to visit Japan from August 29 to 30, and will then depart for China from August 31 to September 1 to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Tianjin.

Both Prime Ministers will conduct an in-depth review of their ties, take stock of progress over the last few years across multiple domains, and exchange views on regional and global issues of importance.

The summit will also provide an opportunity to launch several new initiatives to build greater resilience in the relationship and respond to emerging opportunities and challenges. The program includes a visit outside Tokyo, which is highlighted as a notable part of the itinerary for the two leaders.

PM Modi's visit further includes interactions with several other political leaders from Japan, as well as with Friends of India in Japan. He will also participate in a business leaders' forum with captains of the Japanese and Indian industry, aimed at deepening trade, investment, and technology ties between the two countries.

This visit marks PM Modi's first standalone trip to Japan in nearly seven years and his first annual summit with Prime Minister Ishiba.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Amazing to see Kutiyattam being practiced in Japan for 30 years! Our cultural diplomacy is working wonders. Hope this summit brings more educational exchanges.
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David E
As someone who's lived in both countries, the India-Japan relationship is one of the most promising partnerships in Asia. Their shared democratic values and economic complementarity make this summit crucial.
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Ananya R
While cultural exchanges are great, I hope our leaders focus on concrete outcomes - especially in technology transfer and manufacturing partnerships. Japan's expertise could really boost Make in India.
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Karthik V
First standalone visit in 7 years is too long! Japan is our natural ally in the region. We need more frequent high-level engagements to counter Chinese influence.
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Sarah B
The Japanese dedication to learning Indian languages and art forms is impressive. "Padharo Mhare Des" - what a beautiful way to welcome someone! Cultural diplomacy at its best.

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