Nepali Embassy in Japan organized a program on the occasion of the 2569th Buddha Jayanti.
Various cultural and religious programs were held in the program participated by more than 500 Japanese citizens and Nepali nationals.
Speaking at the event, Nepali Ambassador to Japan Durga Bahadur Subedi said that Nepal and Japan share a long history of cultural, religious and diplomatic ties, according to a statement issued by the Nepali Embassy in Japan.
Praising Japan’s valuable support for the economic and social development of Nepal, Ambassador Subedi mentioned that Buddhism is the main basis of Nepal-Japan relations.
On the occasion, the speakers also talked about Buddhism, Lumbini, the birthplace of Gautam Buddha, and Buddha’s teachings.
