123 Years of he Republic of Panama!

As part of the National Holidays, the Consulate General of Panama in Kobe commemorated the 123rd anniversary of Panama’s separation from Colombia and the birth of our Republic in the city of Imabari, joined by prominent officials and leaders from the maritime sector. ⚓️🌊

The event was graced by the presence of His Excellency Walter Cohen, Ambassador of Panama to Japan; Mr. Alejandro De León, Consul General of Panama in Kobe; and the Honorable Shigeki Tokunaga, Mayor of the City of Imabari.

This commemoration strengthens the close bonds of friendship, bilateral cooperation, and maritime partnership that unite both nations. 🤝🚢

Panama, host to the world!

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The Panama Canal

On behalf of our country, we are pleased to Welcome you to the Website of The General Consulate of Panama, in Kobe Japan.

It is an honor to serve as Consul General of this office which has its consular jurisdiction over the Fukui, Kinki, Chugoku, Shikoku and Kyushu regions.

We are located in the second metropolitan region of Japan and in one of the largest shipping centers of the world. Furthermore, we supervise and work together as a team with the office of the Panama Maritime Authority located in the city of Imabari, which is a sister city of Panama city.

Our office essentially provides Maritime and Consular Services along with the promotion of the Panamanian culture and the enhancement of the trade and academic relationships between Panama and the people, companies and institutions of western Japan.

This site aims to provide general information about our country, the Panama Merchant Marine along with other consular and cultural services that our office provides within western Japan, giving you a better understanding of the role and functions of our Office.