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PM Modi Japan Visit LIVE Updates: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has arrived in Tokyo for his two-day official visit to Japan from August 29–30 to attend the 15th India-Japan Annual Summit.
On the first day of his two-day visit to Japan, PM Modi met his Japanese counterpart, Shigeru Ishiba, and addressed India Japan Joint Economic Forum. He participated in the 15th India-Japan Annual Summit.
PM Modi Japan Visit LIVE Upadtes: PM Modi arrived in Japan on August 29 and is set to depart for China thereafter. During his two-day China visit, from August 31 to September 1, he is set to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in Tianjin.
30 August 2025 at 14:43 IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented a Pashmina shawl in a papier-mache box to Yoshiko Ishiba, wife of Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba.
“This Pashmina shawl, made from the fine wool of the Changthangi goat in Ladakh, is valued worldwide for being light, soft, and warm. Handwoven by Kashmiri artisans, it carries a centuries-old tradition once cherished by royalty. The shawl has an ivory base with delicate floral and paisley patterns in rust, pink, and red, showing classic Kashmiri design and craftsmanship.
“It comes in a hand-painted papier-mâché box decorated with floral and bird motifs, adding to its beauty and cultural value. Together, the shawl and box represent Kashmir’s artistry, heritage, and timeless elegance,” a statement read.
30 August 2025 at 14:42 IST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi presented a special gift to Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, a ramen bowl set with silver chopsticks.
“The Vintage Precious Stone Bowls set with Silver Chopsticks is a blend of Indian artistry and Japanese culinary tradition. Featuring a large brown moonstone bowl with four smaller ones and silver chopsticks, it draws inspiration from Japan’s donburi and soba rituals.”
According to a government statement, “The moonstone, sourced from Andhra Pradesh, glows with adularescence and symbolises love, balance, and protection, while the base of the main bowl is Makrana marble inlaid with semi-precious stones in the traditional parchin kari style of Rajasthan.”
Published By : Navya Dubey
AloJapan.com