IJA Annual Dinner 2026 | Photo Gallery
A huge thank you to everyone who joined us on Friday, 16th June, for the IJA Annual Dinner 2026 at the beautiful College Green Hotel, Dublin.
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It was a special evening celebrating friendship and the strong ties between Ireland and Japan, and we appreciate the friendship and support of our members, friends, corporate partners, and the wider community. Event guests were welcomed by Rie Mishima, Master of Ceremonies, followed by a beautifully presented Kagura dance ‘Toyosaka’ by Kaai Onozaki, Embassy of Japan in Ireland, and opening remarks by Neil Cowhey, IJA Chairperson.
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Neil Cowhey, IJA Chairperson
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It is an immense privilege to stand before you tonight as the Chairperson of the IJA.Looking out across this room, I see a vibrant reflection of the enduring friendshipbetween Ireland and Japan. We are joined tonight by a unique blend of industryleaders, educators, artists, and students. It is this specific mix that makes the IrelandJapan Association so special. – Neil Cowhey, IJA Chairperson.
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Rie Mishima, Master of Ceremonies and the IJA Council Member
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Kaai Onozaki, Embassy of Japan in Ireland
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We were honoured to welcome H.E. Mr. Manabu Miyagawa, Ambassador of Japan to Ireland, and Mrs. Noriko Miyagawa to the celebrations, and we thank the Ambassador for sharing such warm and inspirational remarks with our guests. Read the full speech here!
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The IJA has always played a vital role in making our bilateral relations rich and resilient. I would like to once again extend my heartfelt congratulations on the Association’s receipt of the Foreign Minister’s Commendation last year. – H.E. Mr. Manabu Miyagawa, Ambassador of Japan to Ireland
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H.E. Mr Manabu Miyagawa, Ambassador of Japan to Ireland
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A very special thank you goes to our Guest Speaker, Peter Barrett, CEO of SMBC Aviation Capital, for addressing our guests and sharing his valuable insights and experiences.
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Peter Barrett, CEO, SMBC Aviation Capital
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We would also like to highlight and thank all of our generous prize sponsors for their support of the evening: SuMi TRUST Global Asset Services, Fitzwilliam Capital, Dillon Eustace LLP, GenZen, and Azumi Uchitani.
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Finally, a huge thank you to the entire IJA Council team and volunteers whose hard work and support helped make the evening such a success! Thank you all again for celebrating with us!
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