{"id":401823,"date":"2023-11-17T14:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-11-17T14:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.saipantribune.com\/?p=401823"},"modified":"-0001-11-30T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"-0001-11-29T14:00:00","slug":"Docomo-Pacific-sponsors-Guam-s-42nd-Japan-Autumn-Festival","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.saipantribune.com\/index.php\/Docomo-Pacific-sponsors-Guam-s-42nd-Japan-Autumn-Festival\/","title":{"rendered":"Docomo Pacific sponsors Guam\u2019s 42nd Japan Autumn Festival"},"content":{"rendered":"

TAMUNING, Guam\u2014<\/strong>Docomo Pacific, the regional leader in innovation, telecommunications, and entertainment, sponsors the 42nd Annual Japan Autumn Festival tomorrow, Nov. 18, 2023, at the Joseph Flores Beach Park (formerly Ypao Beach Park).<\/p>\n

The Japan Club of Guam is celebrating its 51st anniversary this year. The Aki Matsuri (Japan Autumn Festival), JCG\u2019s signature event since 1976, is one of the most popular events in Guam and has been attended by tens of thousands of Guam residents and visitors every year.<\/p>\n

In celebration of the beauty of autumn, the event will showcase the features of both Chamorro and Japanese cultures such as cultural performances, demonstrations, culinary tasting, the arts, and exhibitions.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe theme for this year is \u2018\u7e4b\u3050\u2019 (pronounced \u2018tsunagu\u2019), which translates to \u2018to connect\u2019 in English,\u201d said Tadashi Gonda, chairman of the Japan Club of Guam. \u201cOur goal is to establish connections with future generations to ensure that strong relationships among our communities are maintained. Thank you, Docomo Pacific for continuing to bridge communities by supporting this year\u2019s festival.<\/p>\n

Docomo Pacific said in a news release yesterday that it is proud to support the JCG\u2019s Aki Matsuri event once again \u201cbecause we believe in the power of cultural connections and community enrichment.<\/p>\n

\u201cAs a company deeply rooted in diversity, we recognize the significance of events like Aki Matsuri in fostering understanding, appreciation, and unity on our island. Our commitment to supporting this celebration stems from our belief that cultural exchange strengthens the bonds that make our community vibrant and resilient. Through our partnership, we aim to contribute to the shared experiences that define our island home and ensure a legacy of cultural richness for generations to come,\u201d the news release stated.<\/p>\n

The Autumn Festival\u2019s proceeds will be contributed and donated to the Japanese School of Guam.<\/p>\n

For more information on the festival, email JCG at offce@guamjpc.org<\/a> or call (671) 646-8066. (PR)<\/em><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

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From left, Hiromichi Oodaira, senior vice president of Finance, Docomo Pacific; Tadashi Gonda, chairman, Japan Club of Guam; Takemitsu Noguchi, vice chairman\/general manager, Japan Club of Guam; Akira Fujibayashi, chief technology officer, Docomo Pacific; and Hayato Yamaura, director of Transport Network, Docomo Pacific.<\/p>\n

-DOCOMO PACIFIC
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