Official account of the Embassy of Japan in Australia. Messages from Ambassador Kazuhiro Suzuki, activities of Embassy staff, announcements and more.
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"Great to meet with Prime Minister @AlboMP. Japan and Australia are more
strategically aligned than ever before with close-knit ties at all levels. Looking
forward to elevating our cooperation to new heights." - Amb Suzuki
ANU students visited the Embassy for an orientation before heading to Japan for 2 years as part of the ANU-Ritsumeikan double degree program! 🇯🇵🇦🇺 We hope they have an amazing time! ✈️🌸
Welcome to the Embassy of Japan, little possum!🐾🌳🇯🇵
Look who stopped by! We spotted this adorable visitor in a tree on our Embassy grounds. Another lovely encounter with Australia’s wonderful wildlife! 🇦🇺
#Canberra #AustralianWildlife #オーストラリア #possum
“A great Sunday morning with fellow diplomats at the Diplomatic Tennis Tournament! 🎾 Despite Canberra’s sudden return to winter-like temperatures, we enjoyed a wonderful morning of tennis, friendship and good company!”-Amb Suzuki
“Delighted to present Ms Dianne Fitzpatrick, President of Australia-Japan Society ACT, with Japan’s Foreign Minister’s Commendation, for her valued contributions to JPAU friendship. A special evening with her family and friends, which coincided with her birthday!” - Amb Suzuki
“Great to host Senator Richard Dowling and Senator Charlotte Walker for lunch ahead of their trip to Japan on the Young Political Leaders Exchange Program to meet Diet members and experts as well as to explore Japan. May this exchange bring 🇯🇵 🇦🇺 ties even closer.” - Amb Suzuki
Every spring, Kite Fest fills Canberra’s skies with colourful kites. Turtles, octopuses and sharks take flight, along with a giant foot kicking a soccer ball! 🪁⚽ The festival makes the most of Canberra’s wide-open spaces and brings plenty of smiles to kids’ faces.
"Had a fascinating conversation with former Prime Minister Scott Morrison, a great friend of Japan, at my Residence over dinner. We discussed ways to further strengthen the relationship between 🇯🇵🇦🇺which share a common view of the region and are bound by trust.” -Amb Suzuki
Congratulations to the recipients of the 2026 Autumn Conferment of Decorations announced by the Japanese Government on 3 Nov. These inspiring individuals have been recognised for their contribution to the 🇯🇵 🇦🇺 relationship.
See here for more info: au.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_en/1…
🎓 Thinking of studying in Japan? Join a free online info session on Fri 20 Nov, 12pm-5pm JST! Meet staff from universities & language schools from across Japan, attend seminars, try VR booth consultations. Mainly in English. Register:acnx.jp/g/edujapan/
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🏇 It’s Melbourne Cup Day! 🇦🇺
Minister Yamaguchi is at Flemington Racecourse to experience one of Australia’s most iconic sporting events!
Horse racing is a shared passion in Japan and Australia, bringing our two countries together through sport and tradition. 🇯🇵🇦🇺
#MelbourneCup
📢Public Holiday Announcement 📢
The Embassy of Japan will be closed on Tuesday 3rd of November for Cuture Day 文化の日.
Please visit our homepage for more information on the Embassy’s public holiday schedule.
🐨 A special Aussie encounter! 🇦🇺🇯🇵
Our Embassy staff was lucky enough to spot a koala in the wild! 🌿
One of the many wonderful things about Australia is its unique wildlife. What an unforgettable moment!
#Koala #AustralianWildlife #オーストラリア
🎃 Happy Halloween! 👻
Our Embassy staff got into the Halloween spirit with Japanese-inspired costumes — and even won the best group prize at the US Embassy party! 🏆🇯🇵 Wishing everyone a fun and spooky Halloween! 🎃
#HappyHalloween #Halloween2026
What a wonderful evening 🇯🇵🇦🇺🏮✨
Relive the magic of the Canberra Nara Candle Festival!
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us in celebrating the friendship between Japan & Australia.
We look forward to seeing you again next year!
#CanberraNaraCandleFestival #AUJP50
"Pleasure to have Mr. Paul Erickson over at the FJCCI luncheon for a fireside chat. His deep understanding of Australian politics and insightful analysis offered valuable perspectives to Japanese business leaders. Thank you, Paul, for this wonderful opportunity!" - Amb. Suzuki
“Delighted to host a dinner for the 32nd General Meeting of the Federation of Japan Chambers of Commerce & Industry in Australia at my Residence 🇯🇵🇦🇺 Wonderful conversation with 🇯🇵 companies & Prof @shiroarmstrong on how we can further strengthen our economic ties!” - Amb Suzuki
"Great pleasure meeting former Prime Minister @HonTonyAbbott at my Residence. Appreciate his strong and consistent support toward Japan-Australia relations and his tremendous contribution in elevating it to the Special Strategic Partnership that we enjoy today." -Amb Suzuki
Join us for Questacon’s ”Australia and Japan: A Day of Discovery” 14th November!🔭From 2pm, Mr Roger Pulvers, acclaimed author, playwright, & film director, will give a keynote exploring how Japanese ideas of time and space can assist in facing today's big challenges.
