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The National
29-05-2025
- Business
- The National
Japanese ambassador pictured eating Haggis in Scotland visit
During his visit to the country this week, Hiroshi Suzuki has attended meetings at Holyrood and visited various tourist hotspots in the capital. Suzuki announced he had arrived in Scotland by sharing a picture in front of Edinburgh Castle, where he was seen posing with a soft toy of Paddington Bear, which often features on his social media. (Image: @AmbJapanUK, via Twitter/X) The ambassador has met with Holyrood's Presiding Officer Alison Johnstone, where he said the pair "enjoyed fruitful discussions on a wide range of topics". READ MORE: Best takeaways in Scotland named in Deliveroo 2025 awards – see full list He also attended a cross-parliamentary group meeting on Japan on Wednesday. (Image: @AmbJapanUK, via Twitter/X) Delighted to attend @ScotParl Cross-Party Group meeting on Japan. Glad to deepen understanding of Scottish Gov's initiatives for @expo2025japan and have a fruitful discussion on strengthening relations between 🇯🇵 & 🏴 — Hiroshi Suzuki (@AmbJapanUK) May 28, 2025 Suzuki has also shared his "delight" in visiting the Adam Smith House in Edinburgh, the former residence of the Scottish economist which has since been repurposed into a research institute. READ MORE: Spike in Google searches for 'TRNSMT refund' after Kneecap axed And the ambassador has also partaken in some Scottish delicacies, joking on Thursday morning that he had eaten some Tunnock's teacakes "for breakfast". Tea cakes for breakfast!😋 — Hiroshi Suzuki (@AmbJapanUK) May 29, 2025 In a video posted on social media, Suzuki could also be seen trying Haggis and a dram of whisky, which he said he "enjoyed". "It's fantastic!" he added, with a thumbs up to the camera. While on his visit to Scotland, Suzuki is set to meet with First Minister John Swinney. When the visit was announced last week, Swinney said on Twitter/X: "Looking forward to welcoming you @AmbJapanUK to Bute House and to our wonderful country next week."
The National
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The National
Popular book festival to return after 2024 cancellation
Charity Glasgow Life confirmed on Thursday that Aye Write, a well-loved book festival held in Glasgow, will run from November 6-16 for its 20th anniversary after securing over £260,000 in funding for 2025-27 from Creative Scotland's multi-year fund back in January. The news comes after last year's festival was cancelled due to funding issues from Creative Scotland, though a series of pop-up events were held following a cash boost from a foundation established by late EuroMillions winner Colin Weir. READ MORE: Kneecap correct BBC headline after TRNSMT show cancelled Bailie Annette Christie, chair of Glasgow Life, said: 'We're really looking forward to the return of Aye Write this year and marking an incredible 20 years of Glasgow's much-loved celebration of books, storytelling, and the love of reading. 'We are grateful to Creative Scotland for their support and our festival team is busy planning an inspiring and diverse programme of pop-up and festival events. 'We can't wait to welcome readers, writers and book lovers back to Aye Write over the coming months and during November.' A series of pop-up events will be held across the city in the lead up to the festival, starting with a conversation the history of Scottish gothic between author Liam McIlvanney and Scottish literature expert Dr Valentina Bold, taking place at the Mitchell Library on July 31. READ MORE: Best takeaways in Scotland named in Deliveroo 2025 awards – see full list A version of the festival aimed exclusively at children and young people, Wee Write, has also been confirmed to return in March 2026. The wider programme will be launched later in 2025, alongside venue and ticketing details. Tickets for McIlvanney and Dr Bold's conversation are on sale now, and can be purchased via the official Aye Write website. Glasgow Life produces the annual literature festival, alongside its work delivering other cultural events across the city.
