PH Embassy Welcomes Japan-based Multi-cultural Group For An Afternoon of Culture, Cuisine and Camaraderie
Philippine Embassy Deputy Chief of Mission Christian L. De Jesus (first row, center) welcomed the participants of the Global Village Yurakucho House “Embassy Visit” program, led by its General Manager, Mr. Elliot Conti (second row, rightmost), during the cultural presentation on 03 September 2025 at the Embassy chancery.
TOKYO, 09 September 2025 – As part of the Philippines’ cultural and public diplomacy initiatives, and an advance celebration of National Tourism Week in the Philippines, the Philippine Embassy organized a cultural immersion activity for the participants of the Global Village Yurakucho House “Embassy Visit” program on 03 September 2025 at the Embassy chancery. The group was led by its General Manager, Mr. Elliot Conti.
“The Philippine Embassy hopes to expand its network among various local groups, especially those that promote multiculturalism and people-to-people ties. The Embassy visit of the Global Village Yurakucho House is an excellent opportunity to showcase Philippine culture, heritage, tourism and food, as well as the work and activities of the Philippine Embassy,” said Deputy Chief of Mission Christian L. De Jesus during his welcome remarks on behalf of Ambassador to Japan Mylene J. Garcia-Albano.
The afternoon cultural immersion program featured a video presentation on the Philippines, as well as a Filipino language session where participants learned useful words and phrases, and immediately put the language lesson into practice by introducing themselves in Filipino.
Participants of the Global Village Yurakucho House “Embassy Visit” program try their hand at embroidery using one of the Philippines’ unique textiles – the piña cloth.
The Embassy also highlighted one of the Philippines’ unique textiles – the piña cloth, which is woven from the delicate fibers of the leaves of the pineapple plant. The group tried their hand at embroidery using the textile. One participant expressed that he found a new hobby following the embroidery workshop.
Members of the Global Village Yurakucho House were served halo-halo – the Philippines’ well-loved dessert, paired with the iconic Filipino noodle dish, pancit palabok, during the Embassy visit.
Established in October 2023, the Global Village Yurakucho House is an organization committed to fostering globally minded young leaders through meaningful engagement with diverse cultures, communities, and ideas. Its membership includes students, professionals and other individuals who participate in various cross-cultural programs, including the “Embassy Visit” project.
For the Philippine Embassy visit, representatives from the local and international communities attended the program including the Philippines, Japan, Indonesia, Germany, Colombia, China, Myanmar, Vietnam, and the United States.
