Tea with the Consul

Following the spring consular service on June 4, JGB committee members met with Consul Naoki Matsunaga of the Consulate General of Japan in New York over coffee at Wegmans. Honorary Consul Joseph Koessler and his wife were also in attendance.
For Japanese nationals living in the Buffalo area, consular services play an important role in everyday life — from passport renewals to legal documentation. This informal gathering gave us a chance to bring member questions directly to the consul and hear about upcoming services.
A summary of key information and helpful links will be posted on the JGB website for those who may need them.

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