'Jom lepak mamak': Japan's ambassador extends unique National Day greetings to M'sians


A screenshot of the video featuring Japanese ambassador Katsuhiko Takahashi.

KUALA LUMPUR: To mark Malaysia's 66th National Day celebration, Japanese ambassador to Malaysia Katsuhiko Takahashi sent his best wishes to Malaysians on Thursday (Aug 31) in a special way this year.

On the embassy's official social media pages (Facebook and X), he uploaded a two-minute video where he relished "mamak" delicacies, which he described as an important part of Malaysian culture.

Get 20% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Nation

Sarawak air quality worsens as transboundary haze pushes API to 195 in Serian
Two 14-year-old boys feared drowned while swimming in Kelantan river
Machete-wielding robber arrested in Slim River after injuring elderly woman
Two teens to be charged in Ipoh over stolen fishing gear
12 held over robbery involving Taiwanese YouTuber in Cheras
‘Rethink your retirement savings goal’
Drug ring’s transit tactic exposed
Rehda praises new housing policy, requests further studies
Hope for the homeless
Minister: RCI reveals billions lost by TH

Others Also Read