On Emperor Akihito's birthday, outgoing governor toasts to peace, friendship with Japan
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Governor Eddie Baza Calvo joined Izumi Seki, consul general of Japan in Hagåtña, in celebrating the birthday of Japan Emperor Akihito, and participated in Kagami-wari. Kagami-wari, is the ceremonial opening of the Sake Cask which is believed to bring blessings of health, happiness, and prosperity to all. "I would like to thank Consul-General Seki for maintaining the strong and friendly relations between Guam and Japan. Let us toast for the peace and friendship we enjoy, as we wish a happy birthday to the emperor," said Governor Calvo after the Ceremonial Opening of the Sake Cask.