KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 1 (Bernama) -- The Tokyo Metropolitan Government recently opened a Tokyo Brand PR site "#Tokyo Tokyo BASE" in Terminal 3 of Haneda International Airport, Tokyo, Japan’s gateway to the sky.
In a statement, Tokyo Metropolitan Government Bureau of Industrial and Labor Affairs Deputy Director, Akiko Matsumoto said: “With this store, I want you to experience the diverse charms of Tokyo”.
At "#Tokyo Tokyo BASE", the "Tokyo Omiyage" (Tokyo Souvenirs) will be sold in order to communicate to both Japanese and foreign visitors the appeal of Tokyo, where tradition and cutting-edge culture have coexisted since the Edo period.
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government along with private businesses have jointly developed souvenirs such as traditional handicrafts as well as stationery and foodstuffs, at the store.
In addition to selling souvenirs, hands-on Japanese culture experiences and workshops will also be held in the store, spreading the appeal of Tokyo.
A colourful opening was made possible by the appearance of Hello Kitty, the well-known Sanrio character and cosplayer Hakken, a Tokyo Tourism Ambassador, as special guests at the opening ceremony commemorating the launch.
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