Events that took place in 2015
2016/11/21
May 26
Japanese Drum Ensemble "Indra" Performs at the Japanese Garden
On 26 May, the Japanese Taiko (Drum) Ensemble “Indra” performed at the Japanese Garden in Kadriorg Park to open the programme of the International Festival Orient 2015. Visitors thoroughly enjoyed the concert at the Japanese Garden.
On 27 May, Ambassador Kai invited the members “Indra” to his residence for dinner with Member of Parliament and composer Mr. Imre Sooäär, conductor, Ms. Tiia-Ester Loitme, Festival organizers, sponsors, teachers and students of the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre as well as members of the Estonian Association of Former University Students in Japan. The guests all enjoyed the dinner and the opportunity to exchange views on music between the two countries.
Concert at the Japanese Garden, Kadriorg Park Talk with Mr. Imre Sooäär
All of the participants
March 16, 2015
Japanese Language Speech Contest
The 9th Japanese Language Speech Contest was organized by the Japanese Language Teachers’ Association of Estonia at Tallinn University on Friday, March 13. Thirteen participants of three different levels made impressive speeches on "Japanese culture", "Memories of my trip to Japan", "Why I learn Japanese", "Japanese and Estonian Mythology", "Estonian Annual Events", etc. We presented Ambassador’s Prize to the best speaker of each level. The Japan Foundation, the Japan Air Lines and the Japanese food shop "Momo" also supported the contest.
Winner of Advanced level, Mr. Mihkel Joasoo Winner of Intermediate level, Ms. Viktoria Maiorova Winner of Primary level, Ms. Loviisa Lindpere
March 14, 2015
Visit by the group of University of Tsukuba
On March 13th, Ambassador Kai invited the group of University of Tsukuba (18 members of students and professors) to his residence. The group came to visit Estonia mainly in the framework of exchange program with Tallinn University. They listened to presentations on the overview of Estonia including human resources needed in Estonia, and exchanged views afterward. The delegation also had an opportunity to meet and talk with two members of the Estonian Association of Former University Students in Japan, who previously studied in University of Tsukuba.
Left: A presentation about overview of Estonia
Right: Photo with the delegation
March 4, 2015
Culture Event "Experience Japan"
On March 3rd when Hinamatsuri or "Doll-Festival" is celebrated in Japan, Ambassador Kai invited Estonian students to his residence that was decorated with a set of dolls in beautiful ancient court costumes and held a culture event "Experience Japan". The students experienced such Japanese traditonal cultural activities as Ikebana, Origami, Shodo and Sushi-roll making in their workshops. Thank you for joining us from Järveotsa Gymnasium, Lasnamäe Gymnasium, VHK (Old Town School), HTG (Hugo Treffner Gymnasium), Kuressaare Gymnasium, Narva Soldino Gymnasium, Narva Language Lyceum, Otepää Gymnasium, Pühajärve Basic School, Origami Club, JEL Language School, Sumo Club "Sakura".
Welcome speech by Ambassador Kai Sushi-roll making workshop Ingrid Allik teaches Ikebana
Reet Reidak teaches Origami Shodo Shodo
Group photo
A set of dolls in beautiful ancient court costumes
February 28, 2015
Japanese martial arts leaders of Estonia get together
On February 27, Ambassador Kai hosted a reception for Japanese martial arts leaders of Estonia at his residence. The representatives of martial arts in the fields of Sumo, Judo, Aikido, Iaido, Kobudo, Kendo and Karate including former Ozeki Baruto joined us and exchanged views on how to promote the bilateral relations through Japanese martial arts.
Baruto with Ambassador Kai and Mrs. Kai Mr. Kaido Höövelson, Former Ozeki Baruto Mr. Ranno Rannikmaa, Estonian Sumo Association
Mr. Rein Paluoja, Estonian Iaido Federation Mr. Tarmo Jüristo, Estonian Kendo Association Mr. Rein Ausmees, Tallinn Aikido Club Taikikai
Mr. Veljo Ipits, Estonian Judo Association Mr. Rene Maajärv, Estonian Aikido Federation Mr. Jaanus Rahumägi, Estonian Karate Federation
Martial arts leaders
February 16, 2015
Thank you for visiting us at Tourest 2015!
We are really happy that so many people visited our booth to see the Ikebana demonstration, participate in the Shodo workshop and enjoy the presentation by Miss International of Estonia, Miss Birgit Konsin, who was appointed as a” Visit Japan Tourism Ambassador” last November. Two staff members of Japan Air Lines, Helsinki also joined us to promote the tourism. In cooperation with volunteers of AniMatsuri and Sushimon, we organized many other activities such as origami and sushi workshops at our booth. Thank you for all!
The Embassy´s Booth Ikebana Demonstration by Ingrid Allik
Shodo Workshop Presentation by Miss International of Estonia Visit Japan Tourism Ambassador
January 19, 2015
Lecture on Diplomatic Policy of Japan by Ambassador Kai
On January 19, Ambassador Kai invited 26 people, lecturers and fellows of Estonian School of Diplomacy to his residence. Ambassador Kai gave a lecture on diplomatic policy of Japan and recent development of bilateral relations between Japan and Estonia. Afterwards, First Secretary Mr. Hayashi explained about recent Japan-Russian relations. Participants listened to the lectures with enthusiasm and asked a lot of questions. The fellows who attended this lecture were mostly government officials from Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Moldova, Tajikistan, Ukraine, and private sector of Estonia.
Left: Lecture by Ambassador Kai Right: Discussion after the lecture
Japanese Drum Ensemble "Indra" Performs at the Japanese Garden
On 26 May, the Japanese Taiko (Drum) Ensemble “Indra” performed at the Japanese Garden in Kadriorg Park to open the programme of the International Festival Orient 2015. Visitors thoroughly enjoyed the concert at the Japanese Garden.
On 27 May, Ambassador Kai invited the members “Indra” to his residence for dinner with Member of Parliament and composer Mr. Imre Sooäär, conductor, Ms. Tiia-Ester Loitme, Festival organizers, sponsors, teachers and students of the Estonian Academy of Music and Theatre as well as members of the Estonian Association of Former University Students in Japan. The guests all enjoyed the dinner and the opportunity to exchange views on music between the two countries.
Concert at the Japanese Garden, Kadriorg Park Talk with Mr. Imre Sooäär
All of the participants
March 16, 2015
Japanese Language Speech Contest
The 9th Japanese Language Speech Contest was organized by the Japanese Language Teachers’ Association of Estonia at Tallinn University on Friday, March 13. Thirteen participants of three different levels made impressive speeches on "Japanese culture", "Memories of my trip to Japan", "Why I learn Japanese", "Japanese and Estonian Mythology", "Estonian Annual Events", etc. We presented Ambassador’s Prize to the best speaker of each level. The Japan Foundation, the Japan Air Lines and the Japanese food shop "Momo" also supported the contest.
Winner of Advanced level, Mr. Mihkel Joasoo Winner of Intermediate level, Ms. Viktoria Maiorova Winner of Primary level, Ms. Loviisa Lindpere
March 14, 2015
Visit by the group of University of Tsukuba
On March 13th, Ambassador Kai invited the group of University of Tsukuba (18 members of students and professors) to his residence. The group came to visit Estonia mainly in the framework of exchange program with Tallinn University. They listened to presentations on the overview of Estonia including human resources needed in Estonia, and exchanged views afterward. The delegation also had an opportunity to meet and talk with two members of the Estonian Association of Former University Students in Japan, who previously studied in University of Tsukuba.
Left: A presentation about overview of Estonia
Right: Photo with the delegation
March 4, 2015
Culture Event "Experience Japan"
On March 3rd when Hinamatsuri or "Doll-Festival" is celebrated in Japan, Ambassador Kai invited Estonian students to his residence that was decorated with a set of dolls in beautiful ancient court costumes and held a culture event "Experience Japan". The students experienced such Japanese traditonal cultural activities as Ikebana, Origami, Shodo and Sushi-roll making in their workshops. Thank you for joining us from Järveotsa Gymnasium, Lasnamäe Gymnasium, VHK (Old Town School), HTG (Hugo Treffner Gymnasium), Kuressaare Gymnasium, Narva Soldino Gymnasium, Narva Language Lyceum, Otepää Gymnasium, Pühajärve Basic School, Origami Club, JEL Language School, Sumo Club "Sakura".
Welcome speech by Ambassador Kai Sushi-roll making workshop Ingrid Allik teaches Ikebana
Reet Reidak teaches Origami Shodo Shodo
Group photo
A set of dolls in beautiful ancient court costumes
February 28, 2015
Japanese martial arts leaders of Estonia get together
On February 27, Ambassador Kai hosted a reception for Japanese martial arts leaders of Estonia at his residence. The representatives of martial arts in the fields of Sumo, Judo, Aikido, Iaido, Kobudo, Kendo and Karate including former Ozeki Baruto joined us and exchanged views on how to promote the bilateral relations through Japanese martial arts.
Baruto with Ambassador Kai and Mrs. Kai Mr. Kaido Höövelson, Former Ozeki Baruto Mr. Ranno Rannikmaa, Estonian Sumo Association
Mr. Rein Paluoja, Estonian Iaido Federation Mr. Tarmo Jüristo, Estonian Kendo Association Mr. Rein Ausmees, Tallinn Aikido Club Taikikai
Mr. Veljo Ipits, Estonian Judo Association Mr. Rene Maajärv, Estonian Aikido Federation Mr. Jaanus Rahumägi, Estonian Karate Federation
Martial arts leaders
February 16, 2015
Thank you for visiting us at Tourest 2015!
We are really happy that so many people visited our booth to see the Ikebana demonstration, participate in the Shodo workshop and enjoy the presentation by Miss International of Estonia, Miss Birgit Konsin, who was appointed as a” Visit Japan Tourism Ambassador” last November. Two staff members of Japan Air Lines, Helsinki also joined us to promote the tourism. In cooperation with volunteers of AniMatsuri and Sushimon, we organized many other activities such as origami and sushi workshops at our booth. Thank you for all!
The Embassy´s Booth Ikebana Demonstration by Ingrid Allik
Shodo Workshop Presentation by Miss International of Estonia Visit Japan Tourism Ambassador
January 19, 2015
Lecture on Diplomatic Policy of Japan by Ambassador Kai
On January 19, Ambassador Kai invited 26 people, lecturers and fellows of Estonian School of Diplomacy to his residence. Ambassador Kai gave a lecture on diplomatic policy of Japan and recent development of bilateral relations between Japan and Estonia. Afterwards, First Secretary Mr. Hayashi explained about recent Japan-Russian relations. Participants listened to the lectures with enthusiasm and asked a lot of questions. The fellows who attended this lecture were mostly government officials from Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Moldova, Tajikistan, Ukraine, and private sector of Estonia.
Left: Lecture by Ambassador Kai Right: Discussion after the lecture