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Cultural Bridge between Austria and Japan: Schönbrunn Palace and Himeji Castle Enter Into Partnership
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Published: December 2, 2024; 13:35 ♦ (Vindobona)
Two of the most important UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the world, Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna and Himeji Castle in Japan signed a partnership agreement. This cooperation aims to preserve cultural treasures, exchange knowledge, and promote sustainable tourism and cultural education. The signing ceremony took place in the magnificent White and Gold Rooms of Schönbrunn Palace and was attended by high-ranking representatives from both countries.
Alexander Palma, Klaus Panholzer, Hideyasu Kiyomoto, Ryuta Mizuuchi, Motyasu Yamada, and Toku Satoko during the ceremonial signing of the partnership (f.l.t.r.). / Picture: © SKB/Christian Mikes
The ceremony was attended by the Mayor of Himeji, Hideyasu Kiyomoto, the Japanese Ambassador to Austria, Ryuta Mizuuchi, and Alexander Palma, Head of the Cultural Heritage Section at the Austrian Federal Ministry of Labor and Economy. Motyasu Yamada, Deputy Mayor of Himeji Toku Satoko, Deputy Head of Office, also came from Japan. They were joined by representatives of the Austrian…
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