Imabari, Japan – November 2025. As part of the celebrations for the 122nd anniversary of the Republic of Panama and the 10th anniversary of the Segumar office in Imabari, an official reception was held in the Japanese city of Imabari, attended by more than 100 guests from the maritime sector and representatives of the Imabari […]
Osaka, Japan – October 12, 2025. Panama has been awarded the Gold Prize at Expo 2025 Osaka-Kansai, during the awards ceremony held on the penultimate day of this world’s fair. The award was presented by the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE) in the Shared Pavilions category, within the “Saving Lives” theme area, in the Exhibition
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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.