The Government of Japan has announced that, as part of this year’s Autumn Conferment of Decorations, 104 individuals worldwide have been honored for their outstanding contributions to international exchange with Japan. Among the recipients is Sabine Ganter-Richter, Executive Manager of the European Japan Experts Association (EJEA).
Ms. Ganter-Richter has been awarded the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Rosette, one of the highest distinctions conferred by Japan upon foreign nationals. The decoration recognizes her many years of dedicated service in promoting mutual understanding between Japan and Germany, as well as her strong commitment to fostering regional and people-to-people exchange.
Ms. Ganter-Richter joined EJEA in 2016 and assumed the role of Executive Manager in the same year. Since then, she has played a decisive role in shaping the association’s activities with exceptional dedication and strategic vision. Her contributions include building and strengthening partnerships with universities and institutions in Japan, as well as organizing EJEA’s annual conference, held in rotating locations across Europe and Japan.
This prestigious honor represents not only a personal achievement for Ms. Ganter-Richter, but also a significant recognition of EJEA. It underlines the importance and lasting value of nurturing German/European–Japanese relations, particularly through sustained engagement at the regional and local levels.
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