Embassy of Japan in Nepal

【Japan Provides Additional Loan Aid for the Nagdhunga Tunnel Construction Project】

On June 3, Ambassador MAEDA and Mr. Ghanshyam UPADHYAYA, Secretary of the Ministry of Finance signed the Exchange of Notes for the additional loan (JPY 5.7 billion) for the Nagdhunga Tunnel Construction Project. The construction is almost complete, and the tunnel is scheduled to open this year.

[ Climbing for Life screened the Kathmandu International Mountain Film Festival]

On 30 May, Ambassador Maeda watched a special screening of Japanese film (てっぺんの向こうにあなたがいる) “Climbing for Life” at the Kathmandu International Mountain Film Festival. The drama features Japanese actor portraying Junko Tabei as the main character and is based on her adventurous life.

Earlier, Climbing for Life was also screened at the 38th Tokyo International Film Festival held in October of 2025, to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Junko Tabei’s historic achievement as the first woman to summit Mount Everest.

We’re thrilled that this film—so deeply connected to Nepal—was shown at KIMFF in Kathmandu. Even more exciting, congratulations on winning the “Audience Award,” as voted by festival audiences!

Do also watch the commemorative video we made on Ms. Tabei and her life via this link:
https://www.facebook.com/reel/984225117341043

【Unveiling Climate-Resilient Health Facility in Jajarkot, Marking Major Milestone in Maternal and Newborn Health】

On May 28, the Government of Japan, the Government of Nepal and UNFPA jointly unveiled the refurbished Bhur Health Post in Bheri Municipality, Jajarkot District under the Project “Improvement of Maternal and Child Health Care Services and Adaptive Capacity in Nepal” (IMPACT), funded by the Government of Japan across Jajarkot and Rautahat districts marking a major step in strengthening maternal and newborn health services in Nepal's most vulnerable communities.

The refurbishment of Bhur Health Post represents a model for climate-resilient primary healthcare and is one of the 10 model health facilities being strengthened under the project to better withstand climate-related shocks and disasters while continuing to provide essential maternal and newborn health services.

During the event, essential medical equipment was formally handed over to the facility, and certificates were presented to four additional health facilities that have benefited from the programme: Dhime Health Post, Sakla Health Post, Limsa Basic Hospital, and Bhagawati Health Post.

On the occasion, Mr. Yasuharu Shinto, Deputy Chief of Mission of the Embassy of Japan reaffirmed Japan's commitment to supporting Nepal's efforts to protect its most vulnerable communities and expressed confidence that the lessons and models emerging from the project would have lasting impact beyond the project districts. He also noted that the completion of the project adds to the celebrations marking 70 years of diplomatic ties between Japan and Nepal and will further strengthen the relationship between Japan and Nepal as well as friendship between peoples of the two countries.

【Japan and UNDP continue to boost earthquake recovery and local services in Western Nepal】

The Government of Japan and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) handed over a newly constructed prefabricated building to Nalgad Municipality in Jajarkot district on May 27.

This was the first of the ten buildings being constructed in Western Nepal to strengthen community infrastructure and improve service delivery as part of a broader recovery effort in response to the November 2023 Earthquake as a part of the project “Livelihoods Improvement and Disaster Resilience Enhancement in the Areas Affected by the Jajarkot Earthquake.”

Supported by the Government of Japan, and in partnership with UN-Habitat and local organizations, the buildings are being constructed in Nalgad, Bheri and Barekot municipalities in Jajarkot district and Aathbiskot and Sanibheri municipalities in Rukum West district in the areas worst affected by the earthquake. These buildings are replacing damaged public facilities and will be used to deliver essential public services, including a ward office, an immunization center, and a police post amongst others.

Addressing the handover event, Mr. Yasuharu Shinto, Deputy Chief of Mission at the Embassy of Japan said, “I hope that this project will strengthen local and district-level governance in earthquake-affected areas to ensure the continuity of basic service delivery, support long-term reconstruction, and enhance disaster preparedness.” He also noted that the completion of the project adds to the celebrations marking 70 years of diplomatic ties between Japan and Nepal and emphasized that this initiative would further strengthen the relationship between Japan and Nepal as well as friendship between peoples of two countries.

The Embassy of Japan has the pleasure of extending its heartfelt congratulations to H.E. Dr. Madan Kumar Bhattarai, former Ambassador to Japan, on being conferred the prestigious Order of the Rising Sun, Gold and Silver Star by the Government of Japan earlier this month.

【 Japan Supports a New School Building in Jajarkot District】

The handover ceremony of the new school building supported by the Government of Japan to Shree Beri Tribeni Secondary School, Jajarkot District is held on 27 May 2026. This project was implemented by Volunteer Corps Nepal which was established in 2018, with the assistance of USD170,159 (approximately NPR 22.7 million) through the Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects (GGP) of the Government of Japan.

Deputy Chief of Mission Mr. Shinto emphasized that the students will now have access to a safe and conducive learning environment and hoped that it will be a long-lasting symbol of the friendship from the people of Japan.

【Groundbreaking Ceremony for Emergency Rehabilitation of Sindhuli Road Affected by Floods】

On May 25, the groundbreaking ceremony for the emergency rehabilitation of Sindhuli Road affected by floods was held in the presence of Mr. Gopal Prasad Sigdel, Secretary of Ministry of Physical Infrastructure and Transport, and Ambassador Maeda. The rehabilitation work will be carried out by Shimizu Corporation.

Following the grant assistance of JPY 2.8 billion (equivalent to 2.6 billion Nepalese Rupees) signed in October 2025, the restoration work officially commences today. This year marks the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Japan and Nepal, and Japan remains committed to supporting Nepal's recovery and sustainable development.