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Children Explore Japanese Culture at IJA Origami Workshops in Dublin

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The Ireland Japan Association was delighted to host two Origami Workshops for families together with our friends at Pearse Street Library, Dublin. A huge thank you to everyone who joined us!
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Led by our fantastic and talented origami teacher, Akiko Kidokoro, children enjoyed discovering Japanese culture and traditions through the beautiful art of origami, learning new folding techniques and creating colourful paper shapes and objects.
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Our thanks go to Akiko san for her wonderful presentation, and to the staff at Pearse Street Library for being such welcoming hosts and helping to make the day such a success. A special thank you also goes to Maria Mardiki, IJA Council, for helping bring this wonderful community event to life.
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Akiko Kidokoro, Workshop Presenter, and Maria Mardiki, IJA Council Member

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Photos: Maria Mardiki
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An Evening of Friendship and Culture: IJA Council Visits Ambassador Shimada’s Residence

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The Ireland Japan Association would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to H.E. Mr. Junji Shimada, Ambassador of Japan to Ireland and his wife, Mrs. Kaoru Shimada, for their kind and generous invitation to host a dinner at their residence in Dublin on 17th June.

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Catherine Grennell-Whyte, IJA Chairperson, was joined by Council and Patron Member Peter Vambeck (Fitzwilliam Capital) and Council Member Maria Mardiki for a memorable evening filled with warm hospitality, engaging conversation, and cultural exchange.

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The evening offered a special opportunity to experience Japanese traditions and enjoy a beautifully prepared meal in the company of our hosts. Our Council members were deeply honoured by the warm welcome and truly appreciated the chance to strengthen the bond between the IJA and the Embassy of Japan.

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We are sincerely grateful for this gesture of friendship and look forward to continuing to nurture and grow our relationship with Ambassador Shimada, Mrs. Shimada, and the Embassy in the future.

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