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Japan and Tonga have maintained official diplomatic relations since July 1970.〔("Japan-Tonga Relations" ), Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs〕 Japan is Tonga's leading donor in the field of technical aid.〔 The Japanese government describes its relations with Tonga as "excellent", and states that "the Imperial family of Japan and the Royal family of Tonga have developed a cordial and personal relationship over the years".〔 Japan is only one of four countries to have an embassy in Nuku'alofa, whilst Tonga has an embassy in Tokyo. In early 2009, Japan became the fourth country to establish an embassy in Tonga (following Australia, New Zealand and the People's Republic of China). In March, Ambassador Yasuo Takase became the first resident ambassador of Japan in Tonga.〔("King attends reception for new Japanese Embassy" ), Matangi Tonga, May 30, 2009〕 He was also the first resident Japanese ambassador in any Polynesian country.〔("First resident Japanese Ambassador in Tonga" ), Matangi Tonga, March 20, 2009〕 The opening of the embassy came in a context of increased Japanese development aid in the Pacific.〔("Pacific Leaders call on Japan for leadership in Water and Sanitation" ), Matangi Tonga, May 21, 2009〕 ==State visits== In May 2009, Tongan Prime Minister Feleti Sevele was welcomed to Japan by Emperor Akihito for a regional discussion on aid.〔("Emperor Akihito welcomes Pacific Islands leaders" ), Matangi Tonga, May 22, 2009〕 Taufaʻahau Tupou IV (King of Tonga from 1965 to 2006) visited Japan on seven occasions.〔 抄文引用元・出典: フリー百科事典『 ウィキペディア（Wikipedia）』 ■ウィキペディアで「Japan–Tonga relations」の詳細全文を読む スポンサード リンク
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