The I mportance of Learning Japanese
in Greater Cincinnati and Ohio
Join Consul General of Japan in Detroit, Kuninori
Matsuda, as he discusses the importance of learning
Japanese within the modern day global context. Mr.
Matsuda will explore the benefits of being proficient in
the Japanese language while going into detail about the
breadth of opportunity for Japanese language speakers
right here in Greater Cincinnati.
Day: May 3, Thursday Time: 3:30-­‐4:30PM Place: 427 ERC Auditorium of Japan in Detroit, seeks to advance
Mr. Matsuda, in his capacity as Consul General
important initiatives of the Consulate, including the promotion of trade and business
development between Japan and the United States, supporting the study of Japanese
language and culture throughout Michigan and Ohio, and nurturing the excellent
relationship between the United States and Japan through various educational and
cultural activities and exchanges.
Mr.
Matsuda joined the Ministry of Foreign
Affairs following his graduation from Tokyo
University in 1982. His assignments have
included Director of Overseas Public
Relations, Director of Russian Affairs, and
Minister at the Embassy of Japan in Israel.
He assumed his current position as Consul
General of Detroit in August 2010.
For details, contact Noriko Fujioka-­‐Ito at Noriko.Fujioka@uc.edu or 513-­‐556-­‐2747.