<p>The Consulate-General of Japan in Bengaluru celebrated the 63rd birthday of Naruhito, the Emperor of Japan, on Friday.</p>.<p>Naruhito is the 126th monarch of Japan and his birthday is also celebrated as the National Day in the East Asian country.</p>.<p>Many diplomats and industry leaders from various sectors, including trade, tech and tourism, were present. Members of the Kannada film fraternity were also in attendance.</p>.<p>The celebration was filled with Japan's traditions and culture such as ‘Kagami wari’, a traditional sake barrel-breaking ceremony. It was performed by Japanese Consul-General Nakane Tsutomu, Kannada actor Ramya and other business officials. This was followed by a karate demonstration, and a performance by the band Royal Echo.</p>.<p>Addressing the gathering, Tsutomu spoke about the relationship between India and Japan and how it continues to grow stronger every day.</p>
<p>The Consulate-General of Japan in Bengaluru celebrated the 63rd birthday of Naruhito, the Emperor of Japan, on Friday.</p>.<p>Naruhito is the 126th monarch of Japan and his birthday is also celebrated as the National Day in the East Asian country.</p>.<p>Many diplomats and industry leaders from various sectors, including trade, tech and tourism, were present. Members of the Kannada film fraternity were also in attendance.</p>.<p>The celebration was filled with Japan's traditions and culture such as ‘Kagami wari’, a traditional sake barrel-breaking ceremony. It was performed by Japanese Consul-General Nakane Tsutomu, Kannada actor Ramya and other business officials. This was followed by a karate demonstration, and a performance by the band Royal Echo.</p>.<p>Addressing the gathering, Tsutomu spoke about the relationship between India and Japan and how it continues to grow stronger every day.</p>