H.E Mr Shimada Junji had been the Japanese Ambassador to Ireland since December 2024

Chairperson and Founder, Agnes Aylward was conferred the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold and Silver Rays

Taoiseach praises Tramore's Japanese Gardens as 'a wonderful example of Japanese culture and a fantastic amenity for locals and visitors alike'

Taoiseach Micheál Martin called the gardens "phenomenal"

Japanese Ambassador Shimada, accompanied by his wife Kaoru, spoke at the event held in Tramore

The Lafcadio Hearne Japanese Gardens feature on RTE tonight

The Seán Dunne Literary Weekend will include announcing the winner of a national poetry competition