Israel - Japan JNS - Jewish News Syndicate MAY 14, 2025
Sa’ar in Japan for first official visit by Israeli FM in 15 years
The minister will speak at a reception hosted by Israel’s ambassador to Japan in honor of the country’s 77th Independence Day, and is scheduled to meet with members of the Japan-Israel Parliamentary Friendship Association
(May 13, 2025 / JNS) Gideon Sa’ar arrived in Tokyo on Tuesday, marking the first visit by an Israeli foreign minister to Japan in 15 years.
The foreign minister opened his remarks at a meeting with Japan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Iwaya Takeshi, saying, “Israel and Japan share longstanding and deep roots.”
“We are two ancient nations with glorious traditions, an impressive present, and a promising, bright future,” Sa’ar continued.
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