Consulate-General of Japan in Houston

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Can you dig it? 🪏🤖 Minato Legend Japan paid a visit to the Consulate-General of Japan in Houston to introduce their entry into the 2026 FIRST LEGO League Championship. This year's competition had the theme of “Unearthed”, challenging teams to develop LEGO robots to explore the world’s buried mysteries. As Japan’s national champions, Minato Legend gave special focus to the Chibanian – a geological age named after unique strata found in the students’ home prefecture of Chiba.

During the visit, the team delivered the English speech they prepared for the contest and practiced their English with the consulate’s local staff. Way to go, Minato Legend! 🇯🇵

On April 17, Consul General Koyama visited Mayor John Muns of Plano City to introduce himself in his new capacity and discuss ways to strengthen ties between the city and Japan.

On April 16, Consul-General Koyama visited Mayor Wes Mays of Coppell City to introduce himself in his new capacity and discuss ways to strengthen ties between the city and Japan.

On April 16, Consul-General Koyama visited Arlington Mayor Jim Ross to introduce himself in his new capacity and discuss ways to strengthen ties between the city and Japan.

On April 15, Consul-General Koyama, who assumed his duties on April 10, attended the “2026 Sun & Star Legacy Award” gala, organized by the Japan America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott and Ms. Amy Lewis Hofland (Crow Museum of Asian Art of the University of Texas at Dallas) were recognized for their long-standing contributions in promoting friendship and goodwill between Japan and the United States.

We are now accepting applications for the 2027 MEXT Research, Undergraduate, and Specialized Training Scholarships.

The deadline for submitting applications for all three scholarships is May 31, 2026.

Each scholarship has its own individual guidelines, qualifications, and benefits. For detailed information, including application documents and contact information, please visit our Government Scholarship page at the following link:
https://www.houston.us.emb-japan.go.jp/itpr_en/culed_govschola.html

Thrilled that MUL-TROVE from Musashino University Junior & Senior High School and SAKURA Tempesta are here in Houston to compete at the robot competition 🤖 representing Japan 🇯🇵 from April 29th through May 2nd! Consul-General Koyama welcomed the student groups to the Consulate-General of Japan in Houston to offer encouragement and wish them the very best as they showcase their innovation and teamwork on the world stage🌎. Ganbare to our Japan teams!

On April 15, Consul-General Koyama had the honor of meeting Texas Governor Greg Abbott, who received the presented by the Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth.