On Tuesday, April 30th, 2024,
Surrounded by a great crowd of family and friends from Ottawa’s Japanese and Judo communities
June Takahashi was conferred with a Certificate of Commendation by
The Ambassador of Japan, H.E. Kanji Yamanouchi for her lifelong achievements in Judo
and for her commitment to the Japanese Canadian community.
June’s character and achievements were extolled in moving speeches by the ambassador, NAJC redress representative Anne Sunahara, June’s granddaughter Mariko Takahashi, son and Takahashi Dojo Manager Allyn Takahashi, and a beautiful toast from former OJCA President Sachiko Okuda
The certificate reads: The ambassador of Japan extends his deepest regards to Ms. June Takahashi in recognition of her distinguished service in contributing to the deepening of mutual understanding and friendship between Japan and Canada.
Congratulations June!
