UK in Japan - the British embassy in TokyoIn this section you can read all the latest news from the Embassy and the British Government. You can also search for archived news stories in this section.
Martin Dinham, Director General International from the Department for International Development (DFID) visited Tokyo from 26 - 27 October to discuss upcoming development priorities for Japan and the UK over the next year.
The British Embassy Tokyo held a special event to mark 1000 days to go to the start of the London 2012 Olympic Games, to be followed by the Paralympic Games.
Lord Drayson, UK Minister for Science and Innovation, visited Japan from 22-23 October to promote closer links with the UK and highlight the importance of closer collaboration to tackle the global challenges of climate change and healthcare.
On Tuesday 20 October, the British Embassy hosted a special reception to welcome the laureates of the 2009 Praemium Imperiale, awarded by the Japan Arts Association.
Mr. Davies is visiting Japan to strengthen the defence relationship between UK and Japan, and to discuss security challenges, defence policies, and Japan’s international and regional role.
