Consul General Takahashi meets with Mr. Hayato Sumino and the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra (2026/9/11)

On September 11, Consul General Takahashi invited pianist  Hayato Sumino, who was visiting Vancouver for his concert with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra (VSO), and a delegation from the VSO, including President Angela Elster, Chief Conductor Otto Tausk, and Mrs. Keiko Alexander to his residence. They had a conversation on various topics including music exchanges in anticipation of commemorating the 100th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan and Canada in 2028. (The attached photo was taken at the concert.)