MANILA NEWS DAILY
October 8, 2026 (Thursday) Edition
Events
Events Marking 70 Years of Japan-Philippines Diplomatic Relations: November–December Schedule (Embassy Announcement)
The Embassy of Japan in the Philippines has announced upcoming events commemorating the 70th anniversary of the normalization of diplomatic relations between Japan and the Philippines in 2026. Of the events planned, we introduce the following four, all to be held in the Philippines in November and December.
| Date | Event | Organizer | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday, November 8 | 1st Philippine Nihongo Quiz Bee for University Students | Association of Filipino Nihongo Teachers (AFINITE) | Nihongo Center Foundation Inc. Manila Branch 825 Ricardo Papa St., Sampaloc, Manila |
| Tuesday, November 10 | “Arigathanks! Japan Tourism Forum” Celebrating 70 Years of Philippines-Japan Friendship | Japan National Tourism Organization (JNTO) Manila office | Dusit Thani Manila |
| Tuesday, December 1 – Friday, December 11 | Noh Training-Rehearsal and Performances with Noh masters | UP Center for International Studies | University of the Philippines-Diliman |
| Sunday, December 6 – Monday, December 7 | Exhibition of Edo-Period Noh Costumes and Masks | UP Center for International Studies | University of the Philippines-Diliman |
Dates and venues are subject to change. For details such as how to participate, please check the information provided by each organizer.
(Source: Announcement by the Embassy of Japan in the Philippines)