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Karachi, June 20, 2013 (PPI-OT): The Consulate General of Japan at Karachi and Pakistan Ju-Jitsu Federation co-organized a Ju-Jitsu Training Camp at the Japan Information and Culture Center. Ju-Jitsu is one of the traditional Japanese martial arts.
In this event, 15 young people received qualified training from Mr. Tariq Ali, Camp Commandant and Sports Director of Pakistan Ju-Jitsu Federation. Afterwards, they demonstrated their brilliant Ju-Jitsu techniques and received certifications for completing the training.
In his closing remarks, Mr. Akira Ouchi, Consul General of Japan, stated that he is happy to see that many Pakistani people are interested in Japanese martial arts and this event would further strengthen the relationship between Japan and Pakistan.
He also acknowledged the efforts of Karachi Ju-Jitsu Association for promoting understanding for a traditional Japanese sport and enhancing its growing interest in Karachi. He expressed his kind regards for Mr. Khalil Ahmed Khan, President Pakistan Ju-Jitsu Federation, and Mr. Tariq Ali for making the event successful and stated that the Consulate General of Japan will keep supporting the event in future as well.
For more information, contact:
Khurram Sohail
Media Advisor
Consulate General of Japan
6/2 Civil Lines, Abdullah Haroon Road,
Karachi, 75530,
Pakistan
G. P. O. Box No. 3745
TEL: +92-21 3522-0800 (Ext: 134)
FAX: +92-21 3522-0820
Cell: 0345-2397354
Email: khurram.sohail@kr.mofa.go.jp