On June 2nd, the President of the Foundation, Radosław Tyszkiewicz, met with Mr. Tomohide Karita – the Honorary Consul General of the Republic of Poland in Hiroshima, professionally associated with the energy company Chugoku Electric Power Co., Inc. The Honorary Consulate General of the Republic of Poland in Hiroshima plays a significant role in strengthening Polish-Japanese relations, especially in the Chūgoku region. The Consulate covers five prefectures: Hiroshima, Okayama, Tottori, Shimane, and Yamaguchi. The meeting, held at the Consulate’s office in Hiroshima, provided an opportunity to discuss possibilities for future cooperation between the Foundation and the Consulate. Particular attention was paid to joint initiatives promoting Polish-Japanese cooperation in the fields of culture, science, and economy, taking into account the specifics of the Chūgoku region. Despite a relatively small number of Polish citizens residing there, this region holds significant potential for activities promoting Poland and Polish culture. Strengthening Poland’s presence in this part of Japan can contribute to deepening mutual understanding and building lasting social and institutional relations. Hiroshima, as a city-symbol of peace, known for its active role in international diplomatic and civic initiatives, also provides a unique venue for developing projects of a humanitarian and intercultural nature. The Foundation expressed its readiness to cooperate in this regard and declared support for the Consulate’s efforts to promote Poland and the values of intercultural dialogue.
Sibir – A History That United Poland and Japan
We warmly invite you to the special exhibition “Sibir – Prison of Nations: Poland and Japan – Stories of Memory and Solidarity,” presented in Japan for the first time 🇯🇵 at Hokkaido University in Sapporo. August 8, 2026 – end of March 2027 This remarkable exhibition tells the story of Poles who were exiled, deported, […]
“Akitsushima: Island of Dragonflies” Comes to Japan
President of the Poland–Japan Foundation, Radosław Tyszkiewicz, visited the exhibition “Akitsushima: Island of Dragonflies” at the Manggha Museum of Japanese Art and Technology in Kraków. The exhibition presents a unique collection of Japanese armor, military artifacts, and works of art inspired by the dragonfly motif – a symbol deeply rooted in Japanese culture. The Poland–Japan […]
Patriotism in Japan and Poland – Differences, Origins, and Significance
The Poland-Japan Foundation presents a new article “Different Forms of Patriotism: A Comparative Analysis of Japan and Poland” by Keigo Yanagimachi. The article explores how patriotism differs between the two countries. It shows that Japanese patriotism is more closely linked to people, culture, peace, and safety, while Polish patriotism is more strongly connected to national […]