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2021/6/9

G7 Summit 2021 in Cornwall (June 11-13, 2021)
2021/4/14

Prime Minister Suga Visits the United States of America (April 15-18, 2021)

News from the Embassy

2021/6/14

Estonian Saku Municipality received the Commendation by the Japanese Foreign Minister!
2021/6/14

Ambassador KITAOKA attended 80th Anniversary of 1941 Mass Deportations of Estonians by Soviet
2021/6/11

Ambassador KITAOKA had the 1st Official Meeting with the Mayor of Tallinn
2021/6/11

Ambassador KITAOKA attended the signing ceremony of the contract between Skeleton Technologies & Marubeni
2021/6/10

KIMONO Exhibition was opened in a lively manner in Tallinn, the Capital City!
2021/6/4

Ambassador KITAOKA had a meeting with Ms. TOKITOMO, who has come to Estonia to hold KIMONO exhibition
2021/6/1

Ambassador KITAOKA visited “Taltech eMedLab”, the education & research center of “e-health” system, designed by Estonia, the most advanced digitized country
2021/5/29

The Embassy of Japan hosted “Japan Day”!
2021/5/28

Ambassador KITAOKA visited TEHIK, managing “e-health” system, designed by Estonia, the most advanced digitized country
2021/5/27

Ambassador KITAOKA was interviewed by Ms. Thea KARIN, a journalist of Radio Kuku, to introduce the beauty of Kimono and Japanese gardens
2021/5/26

Ambassador KITAOKA delivered a speech at the Press Presentation of the coin & postage stamp for the Tokyo Olympics
2021/5/25

New measures for border enforcement (14) 　Annex [51KB]
2021/5/21

Border enforcement measures to prevent the spread of novel coronavirus (COVID-19)
2021/5/18

New measures for border enforcement (13) [63KB]
2021/5/12

Ambassador KITAOKA delivered a speech at the opening ceremony of “Embassy of the Plant Kingdom 2021” hosted by Tallinn Botanic Garden. He also had a talk with H.E. Ms. Liimets, the Foreign Minister
2021/5/12

New Measures for Border Enforcement
2021/5/10

New Measures for Border Enforcement
2021/5/7

Ambassador KITAOKA visited “eKool (e-school)”, globally delivering software, which could reduce the amount of labor of school teachers significantly
2021/5/6

Ambassador KITAOKA made his 3rd visit to Viljandi visiting the factory of “Woolish”, the highest quality brand of wool products in Estonia
2021/5/4

Ambassador KITAOKA visited the main store of “Woolish”, the highest quality brand of wool products in Estonia
2021/5/3

The Embassy of Japan in Estonia is looking for a temporary staff to replace an employee who is to be on maternity leave [112KB]
2021/5/3

Ambassador KITAOKA had a meeting with Mr. KUNINGAS, Deputy Secretary General of the Ministry of Economic Affairs & Communications
2021/4/29

Ambassador KITAOKA visited Estonian company “Garage48”, hosting “hackathon” events globally
2021/4/16

Application period for the MEXT scholarships now open
2021/4/15

Ambassador KITAOKA attended the virtual tour to NATO’s Cyber Defence Exercise
2021/4/12

The application for the 15th Japan International MANGA Award has started with the period running from April 7 to July 8, 2021
2021/4/7

Associate Prof. INOUE of Mukogawa Women’s University has just arrived in Estonia! Ambassador KITAOKA had a web-meeting with him
2021/4/6

Ambassador KITAOKA had on-line meeting with “Enterprise Estonia” to promote business relationship between Estonia and Japan
2021/3/29

“Peace Nippon” on ETV2 *Screening ended
2021/3/23

Ambassador KITAOKA visited “Pipedrive”, expanding business all over the world by its CRM software
2021/3/19

Application for Visa for foreign nationals eligible for Phased Measures toward Resuming Cross-Border Travel
2021/3/16

The Annual Meeting of “Estonian Association of Former University Students of Japan”was held on-line
2021/3/12

Ambassador KITAOKA attended the Japanese Language Speech Contest on-line
2021/3/9

Ambassador KITAOKA paid a courtesy call to Brigadier General Riho Ühtegi Commander of Estonian Defence League
2021/3/9

Ambassador KITAOKA laid a wreath for the Estonian citizens in Tallinn, who lost their lives by the Soviet bombardment in 1944
2021/3/5

The demise of Lt. Gen. Johannes KERT, the former Commander of the Estonian Defense Forces Ambassador KITAOKA visited the Parliament (Riigikogu) to sign the condolence book
2021/2/23

Estonian state decorations (The Mayor of Saku City, Japan)
2021/2/23

Video message by Foreign Minister Motegi, on the occasion of His Majesty the Emperor’s Birthday
2021/2/23

Japanese Embassy in Estonia held the “virtual” Celebration of the Emperor’s Birthday!
2021/2/19

Ambassador KITAOKA handed the Letter of Appointment as “Japanese Cuisine Goodwill Ambassador” to Mr. SHIRAISHI, owner-chef of restaurant “Haku”
2021/2/18

Ambassador KITAOKA visited “VIVISTOP”Estonian Revolutionary Education Facility Funded by Mr. Taizo SON
2021/2/10

Ambassador KITAOKA visited “Dynomax”, an Estonian high technology company
2021/2/5

Counselor SAKAI visited “e-Estonia Briefing Centre”
2021/2/4

Ambassador KITAOKA attended “Webinar on Estonia-Japan Cyber Security Cooperation” hosted by ICDS
2021/2/2

The Embassy of Japan in Estonia seeks a staff who works at the official residence [58KB]
2021/1/26

Press Statement on the occasion of 100 Years of Friendship between Estonia and Japan
2021/1/26

Ambassador KITAOKA had a meeting with Mr. TAMMSAAR, Undersecretary of the Foreign Ministry to commemorate the 100 years of friendship between Estonia & Japan
2021/1/26

【100 Years of Friendship Japan-Estonia】Event Endorsement Guidelines are open!
2021/1/26

To celebrate 100 Years of Friendship between Estonia & Japan, Flag-hoisting Ceremony took place at the Presidential Palace!
2021/1/22

Appointment of “Japanese Cuisine Goodwill Ambassador” (Mr. Shuichi SHIRAISHI, Owner Chef of restaurant Haku)
2021/1/7

World-famous pianist, Mr. Izumi TATENO took up Estonia in his essay!
2021/1/5

Quarantine Procedure Update: As part of the quarantine procedure when entering Japan, it is necessary to respond to the questionnaire.
2021/1/4

“Japan from above” on ETV2 * Screening ended
2021/1/3

Ambassador KITAOKA laid flowers for those Estonians, who sacrificed their lives during the Independence War
2020/12/28

Re-entry of foreign nationals with the status of residence (updated)
2020/12/28

Border enforcement measures to prevent the spread of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) (28.12.2020)
2020/12/28

Ambassador KITAOKA’s lecture“Report from Estonia: Challenges by Estonia, the most digitized country” is now up on YouTube!
2020/12/23

MEXT Scholarships Currently Available
2020/12/19

Ambassador KITAOKA participated on live in “Osaka × Estonia Smart City Seminar”, connecting Tallinn and Osaka by internet
2020/12/10

Ambassador KITAOKA had an online meeting with JAL Helsinki Branch
2020/12/9

Wow! This is tasty! Let’s learn how to cook Japanese dish, which is so easy, from Mr. Takaaki ARAI, Official Chef for the Japanese Ambassador
2020/12/9

The 12th Japanese Language Speech Contest in Estonia
2020/12/1

Japan’s Friendship Ties Program “MIRAI” FY 2020 application is now open!
2020/12/1

2020 Foreign Minister’s Commendation (Saku Municipality)
2020/11/27

Mr. MATSUMURA, Deputy Head of Mission attended an online meeting of the Nordic Cultural Society of Japan
2020/11/24

Ambassador KITAOKA had a meeting with H.E. Mr. Toomas Hendrik ILVES, ex-President of the Republic of Estonia on the national digitization
2020/11/24

Ambassador KITAOKA visited “Milrem Robotics”, developing the most advanced self-driving vehicle
2020/11/20

Ambassador KITAOKA had a meeting with Mr. KAEVATS, Adviser of the State Chancellery on national digitization
2020/11/17

About transfer from the airport to place of residence (public transportation is not available)
2020/11/17

Ambassador KITAOKA visited e-Governance Academy
2020/11/6

Phased Measures for Resuming Cross-Border Travel (20201030)
2020/11/6

Ambassador KITAOKA attended Shodō (Japanese Calligraphy) Exhibition and book publishing ceremony, and delivered a speech in Viimsi
2020/10/30

Border enforcement measures to prevent the spread of novel coronavirus (COVID-19)
2020/10/28

Ambassador KITAOKA had a meeting with Asia Centre of Tartu University
2020/10/28

Ambassador KITAOKA attended “JAPAN Film Festival” and delivered a speech
2020/10/27

Ambassador KITAOKA paid a courtesy call to H.E. Mr. Raul SIEM, the Minister of Foreign Trade and IT
2020/10/26

Ambassador KITAOKA visited “e-Estonia Briefing Centre”
2020/10/22

Publication of Diplomatic Bluebook 2020
2020/10/19

Ambassador KITAOKA paid a courtesy call to H.E. Mr. Rene KOKK, the Minister of the Environment
2020/10/17

Ambassador KITAOKA participated in "Chorus Exchange Event Online"
2020/10/16

Ambassador KITAOKA attended “World Children’s Haiku Contest”
2020/10/7

Ambassador KITAOKA had a meeting with a Japanese Entrepreneur and “Kyuden Business Front” by web-conference system
2020/9/30

Application for Visa or Letter of Confirmation of Submitting Required Documentation for Re-entry into Japan for foreign nationals eligible for Phased Measures toward Resuming Cross-Border Travel
2020/9/26

Address by Prime Minister Suga at the Seventy-Fifth Session of the United Nations General Assembly
2020/9/24

Ambassador Kitaoka visited the factory of “E-Piim”, the biggest Dairy Production Cooperative in Estonia
2020/9/23

Statement by Foreign Minister Motegi at the High-level Meeting to Commemorate the Seventy-fifth Anniversary of the United Nations
2020/9/23

Ambassador KITAOKA paid a courtesy call to H.E. Mr. Arvo ALLER, the Minister of Rural Affairs
2020/9/22

Ambassador KITAOKA made his first visit to Rakvere City
2020/9/18

Ambassador KITAOKA invited the President of “Estonian Employers’ Confederation” to his residence
2020/9/11

Ambassador KITAOKA made his first visit to Pärnu City, the “Summer Capital”
2020/9/10

Ambassador KITAOKA invited Mr. PAJO, Board Member of “Eesti Energia”
2020/9/8

Ambassador KITAOKA invited the Editor in Chief of “Postimees”
2020/8/28

Re-entry of foreign nationals with the status of residence
2020/8/28

Border enforcement measures to prevent the spread of novel coronavirus (COVID-19)
2020/8/26

Ambassador Kitaoka made his 2nd visit to West Harju Municipality To attend the Investment Seminar held in Paldiski
2020/8/25

Ambassador KITAOKA paid a courtesy call to H.E. Mr. Taavi AAS the Minister of Economic Affairs & Infrastructure
2020/8/25

Ambassador KITAOKA invited H.E. Mr. Väino REINART and his spouse to his residence
2020/8/21

Estonian Government announced “Estonian Business Strategy for JAPAN 2020-2025”!
2020/8/5

Ambassador KITAOKA invited two former Estonian Ambassadors in Japan to the residence
2020/8/3

Ambassador KITAOKA invited a world-famous pianist, Mr. TATENO Izumi, and his wife to the residence
2020/7/30

Ambassador KITAOKA had a briefing on the railway project, “Rail Baltica”
2020/7/29

Re-entry of foreign nationals who possess the status of residence
2020/7/22

Border enforcement measures to prevent the spread of novel coronavirus (COVID-19)
2020/7/21

Ambassador Kitaoka was invited by H.E. Ms. Ojuland, former Foreign Minister to her house
2020/7/15

Ambassador KITAOKA had a meeting with Eesti Energia
2020/7/15

The 1st of Most Advanced Komatsu-Bulldozer arrived in Estonia! It was named “Baruto” after Mr. Kaido Höövelson
2020/7/7

Ambassador KITAOKA had a meeting with the Executive Director of VABAMU & two historians
2020/6/30

Ambassador KITAOKA had a meeting with Mr. Sõõrumaa, President of the Estonian Olympic Committee
2020/6/30

Border enforcement measures to prevent the spread of novel coronavirus (COVID-19)
2020/6/29

Bringing animal products into Japan from overseas
2020/6/26

Ambassador KITAOKA visited the Southern Estonia (Lõuna-Eesti)
2020/6/18

The application for the 14th Japan International MANGA Award (extension of entry term)