The Undergraduate Program in Japanese Literature, Faculty of Cultural Sciences, Universitas Sumatera Utara (FIB USU), attended an invitation to the farewell reception for the Japanese Consul General in Medan. The farewell event was held as an opportunity to express respect and appreciation for Mr. Furugori Toru’s service during his diplomatic tenure in Medan. It also served as a gathering for guests from various backgrounds in an atmosphere that reflected the friendly relations between Japan and Indonesia.

During his tenure in Medan, relations between Japan and Indonesia continued to play an important role in various fields, including education and culture. Interactions among communities, educational institutions, and Japanese representatives have helped create opportunities for knowledge exchange and greater cross-cultural understanding.

For the Undergraduate Program in Japanese Literature, FIB USU, maintaining good relations with various parties connected to Japan is important in supporting the development of Japanese language, literature, and cultural education. These relationships also form part of efforts to broaden students’ perspectives and strengthen their understanding of Japanese society and culture.

Attending this farewell reception provided an opportunity to appreciate the friendship that has been established while reaffirming the importance of maintaining communication and good relations between educational institutions in Indonesia and various parties in Japan.

Through sustained relationships, opportunities for knowledge exchange, cultural activities, and collaboration in education are expected to continue growing. In this way, Indonesia-Japan friendship can be further strengthened through people-to-people relations and cooperation that benefits both parties.