Consul General’s Commendation Presented to Ms. Sumi Metz at 2025 Ikebana Luncheon
2025/8/13
Remarks from Consul General Osumi
Consul General Osumi presents the commendation to Ms. Metz
On Friday, August 8, Consul General Yo Osumi and Mrs. Osumi hosted a luncheon at their official residence recognizing the officers of the Ikebana international San Francisco Bay Area Chapter (IISF) and the Ikebana Teachers’ Federation (ITF). Consul General and Mrs. Osumi thanked the boards of both organizations for their many activities promoting Ikebana and Japanese culture throughout Northern California.
During the program, Consul General Osumi presented his commendation to Ms. Sumi Metz, IISF Aratame School Advisor for her contributions to enhancing the Japan-California relationship through her activities with ikebana.
For more information on IISF and their activities, please visit their website: https://www.ikebana.org
During the program, Consul General Osumi presented his commendation to Ms. Sumi Metz, IISF Aratame School Advisor for her contributions to enhancing the Japan-California relationship through her activities with ikebana.
For more information on IISF and their activities, please visit their website: https://www.ikebana.org
Acceptance speech from Ms. Metz
Mrs. Osumi greets the audience
Remarks by IISF President Ms. Nora Dowley and toast from ITF President Ms. Setsuko Iwami
Consul General and Mrs. Osumi with ITF and IISF Board Members
