With a view to strengthening international cultural ties, Jaiveer Singh, Minister of Tourism & Culture, Government of Uttar Pradesh, held a meeting with an advance delegation from Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan, to review preparations for the proposed visit of a 200-member Japanese delegation to Uttar Pradesh from 20–23 August.

The discussions focused on curating an immersive cultural experience that will introduce delegates to the rich heritage, spirituality and traditions of Uttar Pradesh through experiences such as the Ganga Aarti, Braj cultural traditions, river cruises, regional cuisine, and other iconic attractions.

The meeting was attended by Dr. Ved Pati Misra, Director General, Uttar Pradesh Tourism; Pushpa Kumar K, Director Tourism (Eco), Uttar Pradesh; Neerendra Upadhyaya, Advisor to the Government of Yamanashi Prefecture; Katsuya Hada, Director General, Innovation Promotion Bureau, Yamanashi Prefectural Government; Masakazu Utsugi, Assistant Director, International Division, Yamanashi Prefectural Government, along with senior officials from the Yamanashi Prefectural Government and representatives of Kinki Nippon Tourist, Vaishali Travels, and other members of the visiting delegation.

The proposed visit marks another significant step in strengthening tourism, cultural exchange and people-to-people connections between Uttar Pradesh and Japan, while showcasing the state’s timeless heritage and diverse cultural experiences to the world.