Indonesian Embassy in Tokyo Commemorates 81st Independence Day, Ambassador Urges Continued Friendship with Japan

The Indonesian Embassy in Tokyo marked Indonesia's 81st Independence Day with a solemn and simple ceremony on Monday, August 17, 2026. The commemoration included traditional flag-raising and lowering rituals, followed by a gathering for Indonesian citizens residing in Japan.

Ambassador Nurmala Kartini Sjahrir led the proceedings as the inspector of the ceremony held at the school grounds. The event was attended by embassy officials and staff, educators, students from the Indonesian School in Tokyo (SRIT), representatives of Indonesian community groups in Japan, and Japanese authorities. The flag-raising ceremony was conducted by the KBRI Tokyo Flag Hoisting Troop 2026, comprised of SRIT students who were trained by cadets from Indonesian military academies.

During the event, Ambassador Kartini presented the Satya Lencana awards to civil servants who have dedicated 10 and 20 years of service to Indonesian ministries and government institutions. Among the recipients were Minister Counselor Muhammad Al Aula (Social and Cultural Information), Minister Counselor Dara Yusilawati (Protocol and Consular Affairs), Trade Attaché Merry Astrid Indriasari, Minister Counselor Mayang Anggraini Rahawestri (Political Affairs), and Chancellor Specialist Andhika Galih (Treasury and Household Management).

The ceremony underscored the importance of national independence and fostered a sense of unity among the Indonesian diaspora in Japan. It also served as an occasion to honor the long-serving public servants who contribute to the nation's foreign service.