Japan Donates 178 Books to Kulhudhuffushi Public Library
Ishigami Rumiko, Ambassador of Japan to the Maldives. | Photo credit: Kulhudhuffushi City Council
The Ambassador of Japan to the Maldives, Ishigami Rumiko has handed over a donation of 178 books to the Kulhudhuffushi Public Library.
The books were donated under the “Read Japan Project” by the Nippon Foundation, with the goal of fostering a deeper understanding of Japan’s culture and society.
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Ambassador ISHIGAMI handed over a donation of 178 books to Kulhudhuffushi Public Library. The books were donated under the "Read Japan Project" by #NipponFoundation, with the aim of providing a deeper understanding on culture & society of Japan🇯🇵🇲🇻📚✨@japan_read📸@kfcitycouncil pic.twitter.com/CgkWX9XukJ— Embassy of Japan in Maldives (@JapaninMaldives) May 11, 2025
The Council described the event as reflecting a shared commitment to education and cultural exchange, and expressed its gratitude to Ambassador Ishigami, the Embassy of Japan, and the Nippon Foundation for their contributions.
Her Excellency Ishigami Rumiko officiated the handover ceremony of 178 books donated to the Kulhudhuffushi Public Library through the “Read Japan” Project, an initiative by the Nippon Foundation. Held at the Knowledge Centre, the ceremony reflected a shared commitment to… pic.twitter.com/J5hpvvcFO4— Kulhudhuffushi City Council (@kfcitycouncil) May 11, 2025
The Kulhudhuffushi Public Library was officially inaugurated in September 2024 by the Kulhudhuffushi City Council. The facility opened with a collection of 2,465 books and includes three study rooms. According to the most recent updates, the library’s collection has continued to grow, and the council has since implemented several planned additions, including a reading park and a dedicated mental health space.
