The Diverse Appeal of Tourism and Cuisine in Japan Showcased at U.S. Event

Japan showcased tourism and cuisine at a New York event tied to the “Japan-USA Tourism Campaign 2026.” Held at Gotham Hall at 5:30 p.m. local time on September 22, the “Japan-U.S. Tourism and Culinary Night” was organized by the Japan Tourism Agency and co-hosted with Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries. Around 220 attendees, including tourism-industry representatives, media and business figures, took part, with political and business circles also present. The program included a video message from Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, who referenced Japan’s appeal, the U.S.-Japan relationship and encouraged attendance at GREEN×EXPO 2027 Yokohama. U.S. Deputy Assistant Secretary O’Leary of the Department of Commerce attended and spoke. Food included dishes using non-gluten rice flour, seafood from Aomori, Ehime, and Wagyu beef from Iwate.