New Year’s Reception in Nevada
2017/1/31
Consul General Yamada delivers his speech
Consul General Yamada with Honorary Consul General Blakely, Sogetsu Ikebana School instructor Ms. Shibata, and the members of Ninjazz
On Thursday, January 26, Consul General Jun Yamada, together with Honorary Consul General in Las Vegas Kathleen Blakely, hosted a New Year’s celebration in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Around 90 guests joined the reception, including Nevada State Treasurer Dan Schwartz, representatives of state and local governments, representatives from local Japan-affiliated companies, and members of community organizations.
In his remarks, Consul General Yamada expressed his appreciation for the efforts and initiatives by all guests to enhance the friendship between Japan and the state of Nevada. Following the Consul General’s remarks, representatives from the office of Congresswoman Dina Titus and Congresswoman Jacky Rosen presented certificates to Consul General Yamada.
Throughout the venue, beautiful ikebana flower arrangements from the Sogetsu School were on display. Guests enjoyed live music performed by Ninjazz while partaking in lively conversation for the remainder of the event.
Around 90 guests joined the reception, including Nevada State Treasurer Dan Schwartz, representatives of state and local governments, representatives from local Japan-affiliated companies, and members of community organizations.
In his remarks, Consul General Yamada expressed his appreciation for the efforts and initiatives by all guests to enhance the friendship between Japan and the state of Nevada. Following the Consul General’s remarks, representatives from the office of Congresswoman Dina Titus and Congresswoman Jacky Rosen presented certificates to Consul General Yamada.
Throughout the venue, beautiful ikebana flower arrangements from the Sogetsu School were on display. Guests enjoyed live music performed by Ninjazz while partaking in lively conversation for the remainder of the event.
