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Japanese Ambassador Ono Keiichi made a significant visit to Ayodhya, offering prayers at sacred sites and meeting Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath. The diplomatic tour focused on strengthening India-Japan cooperation in investment, technology, and human resource development. Keiichi also hosted a conference on battery and critical minerals, highlighting the growing economic ties between the two nations. His visit showcased a multifaceted approach to diplomatic engagement, including cultural, economic, and sports interactions.

Key Points: Japanese Envoy Ono Keiichi Prays at Ram Janmabhoomi Ayodhya

  • Japanese Ambassador offers prayers at Hanumangarhi and Ram Janmabhoomi
  • Meets Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath for bilateral collaboration
  • Hosts critical minerals conference with 200+ participants
  • Supports Indian Blind and Para Judo Association athletes
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Japanese Envoy to India offers prayers at Hanumangarhi, Ram Janmabhoomi in Ayodhya

Japanese Ambassador visits Ayodhya's sacred sites, meets Yogi Adityanath, and explores India-Japan cooperation in technology and investment.

"Concurred with Yogi Adityanath for Japan-UP cooperation in investment, technologies, human-resource development and tourism. - Ono Keiichi"

Ayodhya, July 5

Japanese Ambassador to India, Ono Keiichi, on Saturday visited Ayodhya, where he offered prayers at Hanumangarhi and Shri Ram Janmabhoomi.

The Ambassador, accompanied by his team, was seen wearing garlands and sporting a 'teeka' after offering prayers at the sacred sites.

Keiichi's visit to Ayodhya came a day after his meeting with Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath in Lucknow.

In a post on X, Keiichi said, "Concurred with Yogi Adityanath for Japan- UP cooperation in investment, technologies, human-resource development and tourism.

Look forward to working with CM Yogi by putting the right eye of the daruma doll as a promise of our collaboration: the left will be put when it comes true."

https://x.com/JapanAmbIndia/status/1941168120665878549

Yogi Adityanath said, "Had a fruitful meeting and meaningful discussion with Mr. Ono Keiichi, Ambassador of Japan to India, at my official residence in Lucknow today."

https://x.com/myogiadityanath/status/1941165889937952782

The Ambassador also had Hyderabadi Mutton Biryani in Lucknow.

In a post on X, he said, "Enjoyed Hyderabadi Mutton Biriyani and some Awadhi zayka in the "City of Nawabs!!"

https://x.com/JapanAmbIndia/status/1941193875839910294

The meeting came a day after the Japanese Embassy in New Delhi hosted the "Conference of Battery and Critical Minerals Ecosystem" on July 3.

https://x.com/JapanAmbIndia/status/1940664202429190413

Sharing details of the event on social media platform X, Keiichi wrote, "Yesterday we hosted 'Conference of Battery and Critical Minerals Ecosystem' in the embassy. With more than 200 participants from more than 70 companies, we united for future collaboration in the sector between India and Japan."

The conference aligns with the broader push to strengthen India-Japan economic ties--a theme that was also highlighted earlier this year during the 48th Joint Meeting of the Japan-India Business Cooperation Committee (JIBCC) and its Indian counterpart, the India-Japan Business Cooperation Committee (IJBCC), held in New Delhi on March 6.

He also visited the Indian Blind and Para Judo Association and interacted with the players there.

https://x.com/JapanAmbIndia/status/1941140669499842587

In a post on X, he said, "Excited to meet future Olympians/Paralympians, --and medalists--, at Indian Blind and Para Judo Association, Lucknow, UP. Japan continues to support their passion, fair-play spirit & quest for excellence."

- ANI

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Priya S
The Ambassador enjoying Hyderabadi biryani in Lucknow is so relatable! 😄 Food diplomacy at its best. Japan and India share so much - ancient traditions and modern ambitions. Jai Japan! Jai Bharat!
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Rohit P
While cultural exchanges are great, I hope these visits translate into concrete investments in UP's infrastructure. We need more Japanese bullet trains and less photo ops!
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Sarah B
As an expat in India, I'm fascinated by how diplomats blend tradition with diplomacy. The daruma doll reference was brilliant - shows deep cultural understanding from both sides.
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Kavya N
His support for para athletes is commendable! 👏 Japan has always been a leader in inclusive development. Hope our government learns from their disability-friendly infrastructure models.
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Michael C
The battery minerals conference is the real headline here. As an EV enthusiast, I'm excited about India-Japan collaboration in this crucial sector. Future is electric! âš¡
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Divya L
So proud to see Ayodhya becoming an international spiritual destination! Ram Mandir is not just a temple, it's becoming India's soft power symbol on global stage.

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