About Us
2026/1/1
Message from Ambassador Tajima
I am Hiroshi TAJIMA, and I have assumed as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Japan to the Republic of Fiji in December 2025. Although this is my first visit to this country, I am deeply honored to be posted here, as I have found Fiji blessed with rich and beautiful nature and its people with warm and welcoming heart. I look forward to engagement with you all.
At Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan, I was impressed by the great interest shown in Fiji's exhibits, including traditional ceremonial tools and various local products. It was also remarkable to see long lines of people for Fijian beer, which sold out immediately upon each new supply.
The year 2025 marks the 55th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan and Fiji in 1970. During this period, cooperation between our two countries has progressed across a wide range of fields, including infrastructure, education, health and medical services, disaster risk reduction, security, justice, and sports exchanges. In November 2025, Hon. Mr. Sitiveni Rabuka, Prime Minister of the Republic of Fiji, visited Japan, and a Japan-Fiji Summit Meeting was held. During the meeting, both countries affirmed their commitment to further developing their strong cooperative relationship, guided by the "Lomavata-Kizuna Partnership".
Furthermore, it was affirmed that both countries will continue to work together to maintain peace and stability in the region, given the shared principles such as "Free and Open Indo-Pacific (FOIP)," which includes respect for sovereignty and the maintenance of a rules-based international order, and the "Ocean of Peace" declaration, which has been led by Prime Minister Rabuka.
The Secretariat of the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) is located in Suva, the capital of Fiji. In addition to my role as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary, I also serve as Permanent Representative of Japan to the Pacific Islands Forum. Japan strongly supports the "2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent," which outlines the PIF's priority areas and its desired future by 2050, and Japan is steadily implementing the commitments made at the 10th Pacific Islands Leaders Meeting (PALM10) held in 2024. Japan will continue to collaborate with Fiji and other Pacific Island Countries towards PALM11, which is scheduled to take place in 2027.
Ensuring the safety and security of Japanese nationals residing here and visitors from Japan is the embassy's utmost priority. Following the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of visitors and tourists has been gradually increasing. To ensure that you can enjoy your stay, business trips, and travels in Fiji with peace of mind, please do not hesitate to contact the Embassy of Japan if you have any questions or encounter any difficulties.
At Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan, I was impressed by the great interest shown in Fiji's exhibits, including traditional ceremonial tools and various local products. It was also remarkable to see long lines of people for Fijian beer, which sold out immediately upon each new supply.
The year 2025 marks the 55th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan and Fiji in 1970. During this period, cooperation between our two countries has progressed across a wide range of fields, including infrastructure, education, health and medical services, disaster risk reduction, security, justice, and sports exchanges. In November 2025, Hon. Mr. Sitiveni Rabuka, Prime Minister of the Republic of Fiji, visited Japan, and a Japan-Fiji Summit Meeting was held. During the meeting, both countries affirmed their commitment to further developing their strong cooperative relationship, guided by the "Lomavata-Kizuna Partnership".
Furthermore, it was affirmed that both countries will continue to work together to maintain peace and stability in the region, given the shared principles such as "Free and Open Indo-Pacific (FOIP)," which includes respect for sovereignty and the maintenance of a rules-based international order, and the "Ocean of Peace" declaration, which has been led by Prime Minister Rabuka.
The Secretariat of the Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) is located in Suva, the capital of Fiji. In addition to my role as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary, I also serve as Permanent Representative of Japan to the Pacific Islands Forum. Japan strongly supports the "2050 Strategy for the Blue Pacific Continent," which outlines the PIF's priority areas and its desired future by 2050, and Japan is steadily implementing the commitments made at the 10th Pacific Islands Leaders Meeting (PALM10) held in 2024. Japan will continue to collaborate with Fiji and other Pacific Island Countries towards PALM11, which is scheduled to take place in 2027.
Ensuring the safety and security of Japanese nationals residing here and visitors from Japan is the embassy's utmost priority. Following the COVID-19 pandemic, the number of visitors and tourists has been gradually increasing. To ensure that you can enjoy your stay, business trips, and travels in Fiji with peace of mind, please do not hesitate to contact the Embassy of Japan if you have any questions or encounter any difficulties.
General Information
| Address: | G.P.O.Box 13045, Level 2, BSP Life Centre, Thomson Street, Suva |
| Telphone: | (679)3304633 |
| Office Hours (Monday to Friday) | Consular & Visa Hours | Library Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 8:30 a.m to 1:00 p.m | 9:00 a.m to 1:00 p.m | 9:00 a.m to 1:00 p.m |
| 2:00 p.m to 4:30 p.m | 2:00 p.m to 4:00 p.m | 2:00 p.m to 4:15 p.m |
Embassy Holiday 2026
The Public Holidays of the Embassy of Japan in 2026
Week holidays： Saturday and Sunday
| Holidays (*indicates Japanese public holiday) | ||||
| 1 | JAN | 1st | （THU） | New Year's Day |
| 2 | JAN | 2nd | （FRI） | New Year's Day* |
| 3 | JAN | 12nd | (MON) | Coming of Age Day* |
| 4 | FEB | 11st | （WED） | National Foundation Day* |
| 5 | MAR | 20th | （FRI） | Vernal Equinox Day* |
| 6 | APR | 3rd | （FRI） | Good Friday |
| 7 | APR | 6th | （MON） | Easter Monday |
| 8 | MAY | 15th | （FRI） | Grimit Day |
| 9 | MAY | 29th | （FRI） | Ratu Sir Lala Sukuna Day |
| 10 | JUL | 20th | （MON） | Marine Day* |
| 11 | AUG | 11th | （TUE） | Moutain Day* |
| 12 | AUG | 24th | （MON） | Prophet Mohammed's Birthday |
| 13 | SEP | 21st | （MON） | Respect for the Aged Day* |
| 14 | OCT | 12nd | （MON） | Sports Day* |
| 15 | NOV | 3rd | （TUE） | Culture Day* |
| 16 | NOV | 9th | (MON) | Diwali |
| 17 | DEC | 25th | (FRI) | Christmas Day |
| 18 | DEC | 28th | （MON） | Boxing Day |
| 19 | DEC | 29th | (TUE) | Year-end Holiday* |
| 20 | DEC | 30th | （WED） | Year-end Holiday* |
| 21 | DEC | 31st | （THU） | Year-end Holiday* |