Japan’s State Minister for Foreign Affairs meets with people related to Filipino Nikkei-jin

Following the recent meeting of the officials of Philippine Nikkei-jin Kai with Japanese Ambassador ENDO Kazuya, on August 21, 2024, Japan’s State Minister for Foreign Affairs Mr. TSUGE Yoshifumi met with the “Filipino Nikkei-jin” and exchanged views on the current situation of the group and also discussed the efforts being made by the Japanese government.

President of Manila Central Luzon Nippi Association, Inc. Mr. Stephen Querico A. Buñi and Secretary General of Philippine Nikkei-jin Legal Support Center (PNLSC) Mr. Norihiro Inomata explained the current situation and activities aimed at identifying Filipino Nikkei-jin and restoring their Japanese nationality. Second-generation Filipino Nikkei-jin Mr. Jose Takei also shared his own experiences and hardships over the years.

State Minister for Foreign Affairs TSUGE with Mr. TAKEI Jose and Ms.Marissa Romero (Jose’s eldest daughter)

The Embassy of Japan will continue to provide its utmost support to as many remaining Filipino Nikkei-jin as possible, to facilitate their swift restoration of Japanese nationality and smooth return to Japan.