Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Japan

Netherlands Embassy Tokyo/Consulate-General Osaka | Ambassador Gilles Beschoor Plug: @GillesBP | Japanese: @OrandainJapan | Economic: @NLinJapanBiz

[Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Japan @NLinJapan]

🌈Tokyo Rainbow Pride 2026 is here!
This weekend (6-7 June), the Netherlands 🇳🇱 is co-hosting the Benelux booth (Blue Area B02) with @BelgiumEmbJapan & @LUinTokyo. Please visit us to support global LGBTQ+ equal rights!

@Tokyo_R_Pride #TokyoRainbowPride #BeneluxatTokyoPride

[Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Japan @NLinJapan]

We extend our sincere appreciation to all those who contributed to the success of this visit.

[Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Japan @NLinJapan]

We are pleased to share highlights from the visit of Ambassador @GillesBP to Hirado and Nagasaki, held on the occasion of the William Adams Memorial Ceremony and the annual commemoration at the Hollandsche Begraafplaats.

[駐日欧州連合代表部🇪🇺 @EUinJapan]

Team Europe Pride Week 2026 🏳️‍🌈🇪🇺🇯🇵

「LGBTIQ+の平等のために私たちができることは？」
パケEU大使とEU加盟国大使が、私たちにできることを一言で語ります。各大使のメッセージを動画でご覧ください🎥
#TeamEuropeJP #EU4LGBTIQ

[Rob Jetten @MinPres]

Ties between the Netherlands and Japan are good and go back a long way: we have enjoyed diplomatic relations for 426 years. The importance of our solid and unique partnership will be reaffirmed by the Emperor of Japan’s upcoming state visit.

This morning I spoke with Prime Minister @takaichi_sanae about our good trade relations, cooperation on security and defence, and the importance of coordinating economic security. As partners, we are working ever more closely together to tackle shared challenges.

[Rob Jetten @MinPres]

Onze banden met Japan zijn goed en gaan daarnaast al lang terug: al 426 jaar hebben we diplomatiek contact met elkaar. Het belang van ons unieke en betrouwbare partnerschap wordt nog verder onderstreept door het staatsbezoek dat de Keizer van Japan binnenkort aan Nederland brengt.

Vanochtend sprak ik met premier @takaichi_sanae, onder meer over de goede handelsrelaties, de samenwerking op gebied van veiligheid en defensie en het belang van coördinatie over economische veiligheid. We werken als partners steeds nauwer samen om gedeelde uitdagingen het hoofd te bieden.

[Dilan Yeşilgöz-Zegerius @DefensieMin]

Onze veiligheid is verbonden met ontwikkelingen buiten Europa. Daarom versterken we onze partnerschappen in de Indo-Pacific. In Singapore sprak ik met collega’s uit Japan, Zuid-Korea en India over onze samenwerking op defensie, technologie en innovatie: ⤵️ https://t.co/Dg6BstpKfL

[Dutch ambassador to Japan @GillesBP]

The Kanko Maru was the first #Japanese western ship, given by King William III in 1853 while the #Shogunate debated whether to open up the country after the visit of US Commander #Perry. The Dutch wharf Verolme built an exact copy in 1987, which is now cruising #Nagasaki waters.

[Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Japan @NLinJapan]

Do you know that Japan experiences many typhoons?
Check on the latest information before you travel and when necessary, follow the instructions of the local authorities.

Meteorologisch Agentschap van Japan
https://t.co/k3kYjjNGS0
NHK World (nieuws)
https://t.co/347vu6eXiV

[Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Japan @NLinJapan]

Wist je dat er in Japan veel tyfoons voorkomen?
Controleer de laatste informatie voordat je op reis gaat en volg indien nodig de instructies van de lokale autoriteiten op.
Meteorologisch Agentschap van Japan
https://t.co/k3kYjjNGS0
NHK World (nieuws)
https://t.co/347vu6eXiV

[Dutch ambassador to Japan @GillesBP]

The ‘girl with the pearl earring’ by #Vermeer will come to #Osaka in August during the renovation of the #Mauritshuis museum in The Hague. Judging from the press-conference, she is very popular in #Japan. Maybe this is her last tour, since she is ‘advancing in age’ like all of us

[Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Japan @NLinJapan]

On May 13, the Bloemist Diploma Ceremony hosted by Agricultural Counselor Denise Lutz was held at the Netherlands Embassy’s Dejima Lounge. Graduates from Akita, Niigata, and across Kanto received diplomas in person. Congratulations to all!

https://t.co/12GLRACpbz

[Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Japan @NLinJapan]

By following the daily work of embassy staff, the program offers a unique look into the role of global embassies, as well as the Netherlands itself and its bilateral relations with Japan.
https://t.co/XNryVjY0cM

[Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Japan @NLinJapan]

June 5 at 10:45 PM, NHK General TV will broadcast “Senyū! Itoshi no taishikan” putting an exclusive spotlight on 🇳🇱. Ahead of the FIFA World Cup, where 🇯🇵 will face 🇳🇱, this episode examines the relationship between the 2 countries through the lens of the Embassy.
📷from the web

[Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Japan @NLinJapan]

June 5 at 10:45 PM, NHK General TV will broadcast “Senyū! Itoshi no taishikan” putting an exclusive spotlight on 🇳🇱. Ahead of the FIFA World Cup, where 🇯🇵 will face 🇳🇱, this episode examines the relationship between the 2 countries through the lens of the Embassy.
📷from the web

[Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Japan @NLinJapan]

🇳🇱Ambassador @GillesBP, visited Hokkaido with fellow EU ambassadors and met with Governor Suzuki and other key stakeholders.

We hope to see further growth in cooperation between 🇯🇵 and 🇪🇺 across a wide range of fields, from green technology to security and defense.

[北海道【公式】 @PrefHokkaido]

【駐日欧州連合大使スタディツアー】
本日(5/14)、北海道を訪れている、パケ駐日欧州連合(ＥＵ)大使をはじめ、21のＥＵ加盟国の大使等の皆様とお会いしました。
今回の皆様のご来道をきっかけに、ＧＸやＤＸなど様々な分野で交流が拡大し、北海道とＥＵの関係がより強固になることを期待しています。

[駐日欧州連合代表部🇪🇺 @EUinJapan]

🇪🇺パケEU大使は、無事🇯🇵 #2026世界トライアスロン #横浜 大会レースを完走しました！🏆

オランダ🇳🇱の駐日および駐韓大使も参加されました #EUinJapan

[Dutch ambassador to Japan @GillesBP]

Amazing how many elderly people participate in demanding #sport events in #Japan, such as the 2026 World #Triathlon Championship Series #Yokohama. Uhh, that includes me 😁

[Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Japan @NLinJapan]

Today, 17 May, on the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexism and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT), the Netherlands stands as an ally with all LGBTIQ+ persons worldwide. Discrimination and violence are never acceptable – anywhere, ever. #IDAHOBIT

[Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Japan @NLinJapan]

🇳🇱The Embassy and Consulate General of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Japan is proud to support “Pride Cruise Osaka 2026,” taking place on Saturday, 23 May 2026 in Osaka. 🌈

https://t.co/X3qaYk4drI

#EqualityNow
#プライドクルーズ大阪
#LGBTQ

[Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Japan @NLinJapan]

The ceremony was attended by participants from the Netherlands, including descendants of former prisoners of war, as well as many individuals from Japan who contributed to the establishment of the memorial monument.

[Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Japan @NLinJapan]

On May 10, Stijn Wijker, Second Secretary of the Netherlands Embassy attended a memorial service for the victims held at the site of the former Fukuoka Prisoner of War Camp Fukuoka 14b in Nagasaki.