Japanese Ambassador Igawahara Masaru
“I am pleased to congratulate you on the traditional holiday of Tsagaan Sar, which this year falls under the sign of the Fire Horse, also known as ‘Süreer Daragch’!” — reports MiddleAsianNews, citing the words of the Japanese ambassador in Ulaanbaatar.
May this joyful holiday bring you blessings in the warm days of early spring, when peace and happiness reign in homes among large and friendly families.
Last year, when the Year of the Wooden Snake was celebrated, a successful state visit to Mongolia was made by Their Majesties the Emperor and Empress of Japan, organized at the invitation of the President of Mongolia Khurelsukh Ukhna. The warm welcome extended by the Mongolian people during the eight-day visit left unforgettable impressions. Their Majesties engaged in friendly conversations with various people, especially with children and youth, reflecting their respect and friendliness towards Mongolia. I am convinced that the regular coverage of this event in the media of both countries contributed to deepening mutual understanding and bringing the peoples closer together.
This visit, which became an important milestone in the history of bilateral relations, confirms the successful cooperation that has been established over many years, and I am confident that it will contribute to a bright future for relations between our countries, based on support for the younger generation.
In the Year of the Fire Horse, we strive for further expansion and deepening of cooperation between Japan and Mongolia in various fields. The year 2026 is the Year of the Fire Horse. Mongolians have long revered horses as faithful companions, symbolizing strength, courage, freedom, and prosperity. This year, we send our blessings to all Mongolians, wishing them to be as swift, energetic, healthy, prosperous, and happy as a galloping horse racing across the endless steppes.
