Cultural Exchange
Lee gifts drum set to Japan's Takaichi during Nara visit
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President Lee Jae Myung visited Japan for a summit with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, emphasizing cultural ties during a tour of Horyuji Temple in Nara. The leaders shared an impromptu drum performance and exchanged gifts symbolizing friendship.
The Rocket City Trash Pandas will host the Toyota Red Cruisers from Japan's Industrial League for an exhibition game on April 1, 2026, at Toyota Field. This event marks the first time such a Japanese team has played in America and is part of the inaugural Global Baseball Series. The series aims to foster cultural exchange through baseball involving local colleges and international competition.
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Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung shared a drum session after their summit in Nara on January 14, 2026, as a surprise arranged by Takaichi. The event highlighted warming ties between the two nations.