An event to support people evacuated from Ukraine was held in Yokohama, near Tokyo.
About 100 evacuees were invited to the event at the office of the Kanagawa prefectural government on Sunday.
The participants took photos together and wrote messages of peace and gratitude for Japan's support on papers shaped like sunflowers, which are a symbol of Ukraine.
They sung Ukraine's national anthem and folk songs to commemorate the country's Independence Day on August 24.
The day also marked 18 months since Russia's invasion of their country began.
A woman who arrived in Japan with her mother in December said they have been able to lead a relaxed life thanks to support from people here.
She also said she hopes the conflict will end soon with victory for Ukraine.
Prefectural official Yada Kenji said local authorities will help address the challenges the evacuees are facing, such as finding housing and work.
About 100 evacuees were invited to the event at the office of the Kanagawa prefectural government on Sunday.
The participants took photos together and wrote messages of peace and gratitude for Japan's support on papers shaped like sunflowers, which are a symbol of Ukraine.
They sung Ukraine's national anthem and folk songs to commemorate the country's Independence Day on August 24.
The day also marked 18 months since Russia's invasion of their country began.
A woman who arrived in Japan with her mother in December said they have been able to lead a relaxed life thanks to support from people here.
She also said she hopes the conflict will end soon with victory for Ukraine.
Prefectural official Yada Kenji said local authorities will help address the challenges the evacuees are facing, such as finding housing and work.
Similar Readings (5 items)
Ukrainians in Japan rally, appeal for peace and support for home country
Ukrainian evacuees call for peace back home at rally in Tokyo
Ukrainians share expriences after evacuating to Japan
Yokohama establishes donation boxes for Ukrainian evacuees
Church in Yokohama holds charity concert for Ukraine
Summary
Event held in Yokohama supports Ukrainian evacuees: Approx. 100 evacuees attended a gathering at the Kanagawa prefectural government office on August 24, commemorating Ukraine's Independence Day and marking 18 months since Russia's invasion began. Participants shared messages of peace, sang
Statistics
151
Words1
Read CountDetails
ID: 53dd626d-6b88-4dda-8249-5240b62e6f1f
Category ID: nhk
URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20230827_13/
Date: Aug. 27, 2023
Created: 2023/08/28 07:06
Updated: 2025/12/09 00:32
Last Read: 2023/08/28 14:44