A Lasting Connection Between the CNMI and Japan
A recent Vision Times article highlights what many of us in the CNMI know well: the enduring legacy of Japanese craftsmanship can still be seen throughout our islands. From century-old homes, shrines, and structures to the former Japanese Hospital in Garapan, now home to the Northern Mariana Islands Museum of History and Culture, these structures remain tangible reminders of the deep historical connection between the CNMI and Japan. Our relationship with Japan is rooted in far more than geography. It is a connection shaped by history, family, culture, and enduring people-to-people ties. As we look towards the future of the CNMI-Japan relationship, I believe we should continue building on these connections while preserving and learning from the history that brought us together over a century ago.
