Consul-General Ito Attends Issei Day
2019/10/16
On Oct. 6, the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre hosted and served as a venue for its annual Issei Day. Approximately 300 Japanese Canadian seniors over the age of 70 participated, including first-generation issei and three seniors who were over 100 years old. Consul-General of Japan Takako Ito gave remarks, thanking the seniors for their contributions in the development of the local Japanese Canadian community and expressing hope for their continued good health. Toronto Deputy Mayor Denzil Minnan-Wong was also in attendance to convey his best wishes. Participants reaffirmed old friendships, gave Japanese song and dance performances on stage, and gave choral renditions of classic Japanese songs.
Consul-General of Japan Takako Ito gives remarks
Consul-General Ito with Toronto Deputy Mayor Denzil Minnan-Wong who also conveyed his best wishes.
From left: Ms. Umeko Kuba (104 years old); Mr. Shigeo Seko (102 years old); Ms. Fumiko Kumagawa (102 years old).
Consul-General Ito greets participants.
Consul-General of Japan Takako Ito gives remarks
Consul-General Ito with Toronto Deputy Mayor Denzil Minnan-Wong who also conveyed his best wishes.
From left: Ms. Umeko Kuba (104 years old); Mr. Shigeo Seko (102 years old); Ms. Fumiko Kumagawa (102 years old).
Consul-General Ito greets participants.