World Nishikigoi Summit

Japan's world-famous Nishikigoi are a source of national pride.
The first ever World Nishikigoi Summit was held here in their birthplace, Niigata Prefecture.
Nishikigoi are highly regarded for their artistic value,with such vivid and beautiful patterns that they have been called“swimming jewels.”
Moreover, Nishikigoi have a calm temperament, and their colorful forms as they gracefully glide through the water evoke a peaceful image.
At the World Nishikigoi Summit, we will communicate the charms of Nishikigoi from their birthplace, Niigata, to the world.

(1) Purpose:
In addition to the further development of the Nishikigoi industry and the establishment of a healthy Nishikigoi culture through the promotion of Nishikigoi exports, etc., the project will further promote international economic and cultural exchange through Nishikigoi.
(2) Date:
Sunday, November 6, 2022　10:00-15:30
(3) Venue:
"Toki Messe" Niigata Convention Center (Marine Hall)
Niigata City, Niigata Prefecture
(4) Hosted by: World Nishikigoi Summit Executive Committee
[Constituent organizations] Niigata Prefecture, Nagaoka City, Ojiya City, All Japan Nishikigoi Promotion Association
(5) With the support of：
Cabinet Office Intellectual Property Strategy Headquarters / Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan / Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries / Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry / Japan External Trade Organization（JETRO）/ Niigata Nishikigoi Conference / Zen Nippon Airinkai / Japan Ornamental Fish Association
(6) Target Audience:
Embassies in Japan, Nishikigoi industry participants, Japanese National Diet members, related societies, etc.
Approx. 150 persons
(7) Event theme:
“Thinking of International Goodwill through Global Fascination with Nishikigoi”
(8) Program:
【Part1】
[ Opening Ceremony ]
・Greeting from Organize：
　Mr.Hanazumi Hideyo（Governor of Niigata Prefecture）World Nishikigoi Summit Executive Committee Chairperson
・Greetings from Guests：
　Mr.Nomura Tetsuro　Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Minister（Substitute reading by Mr.Koya Takashi the Director General of the Fisheries Agency ）
　Mr.Hamada Yasukazu Alliance of Diet Members Promoting Nishikigoi Culture and Industry Chairperson （video message）
Mr.Taira Masaaki Secretary-General,Alliance of Diet Members Promoting Nishikigoi Culture and Industry
[ Keynote Speech ]
“Swimming Jewels”: The birth history of Nishikigoi and their charms.
Mr.Suga Yutaka Professor at Institute for Advanced Studies on Asia, The University of Tokyo
[ Panel Discussion ]
Moderator：Mr.Watanabe Kenichi Director, Cjpf Cool Japan Public-Private Partnership Platform, Cabinet Office,Government of Japan
Panelists：Mr.Taira Masaaki Secretary-General, Alliance of Diet Members Promoting Nishikigoi Culture and Industry;member of the House of Representatives
Mr.Shibuya Shuta Chairman and Representative Director, Fuller, Inc.
Mr.Hirasawa Hisashi Chair of the Board, All Japan Nishikigoi Promotion Association
[Declaration from the summit]
“Niigata Declaration on the Promotion of Nishikigoi”
【Part2】
[ Session1 ] The situation of Nishikigoi in each country
・United States of America : Mr. Andy Moo, Andrew’s Koi International
・The Netherlands : Mr. Robert Jan van den Enden, Ornafish Ceo
・Indonesia : Mr. Sugiarto Budiono, Apki
・Thailand : Mr.Bavornsak Supaton, Koimart Farm Thailand Ceo
・The United Kingdom: Mr.Andrew John Chatten, Ceo, Selective Koi Sales
[ Session2 ] The variety criteria for Nishikigoi and Nishikigoi Certificate
・Mr.Yoshida Shunichi Vice-director, All Japan Nishikigoi Promotion Association　
[ Session3 ] The jury eligibility criteria and online competition system
・Mr.Isa Mitsunori　Niigata Manager, Niigata District, All Japan Nishikigoi Promotion Association
・Mr.Fan Juｎ President, Sanshin Trading Co.Ltd
[ Closing Remarks ]
・Mr. Yoneyama Youichi Director at Fisheries Division, Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Division , Niigata Prefectural Office
・Mr. Hirasawa Hisashi Chair of the Board, All Japan Nishikigoi Promotion Association
(9)Related event
・Diplomats' Study Tour
・Cool Japan Expo in Niigata
・The 62st Niigata Prefecture Koi Show

Inland Water Section, Fisheries Division, Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries
Address: Shinko-cho 4-1, Chuo-ku, Niigata-shi,Niigata, 950-8570
Phone: +81-25-280-5315
E-mail: ngt060060@pref.niigata.lg.jp