Celebration of the 100th Anniversary of the Official Residence

The Consulate General of Japan and the Vancouver Heritage Foundation jointly celebrated the centennial anniversary of the building of the consul-general’s residence on June 4th.  

Following the completion of the Heritage House VIP Tour, 100 guests enjoyed an Evening of Japanese Culture on the back lawn of the residence with a sit-down meal, Japanese sake, and entertainment featuring local Japanese Canadian performers.

The theme for the evening, “Traditional and Modern” was expressed through the drink, the food, and the performances.

Consul General Okada welcomes everyone.

 

Vancouver Heritage Foundation Board Chair Marta Farevaag addresses the guests.

 

Masa Shiroki, Artisan SakeMaker, talks about the world of sake.

 

Koto and shakuhachi musicians perform.

 

The chef plates the main course, wagyu.

 

Consul General Okada joins in playing his electronic wind Instrument.

 

Rakuichi performs the shishi-mai dance.

 

The Japanese community NAV Chorus  sings.

 

Vancouver Urasenke Branch performs a tea ceremony.

 

Guests enjoy An Evening of Japanese Culture.