Japan–Nepal relations


Japan–Nepal relations are foreign relations between Japan and Nepal. Diplomatic relations between the two countries were established in 28 September 1956. Japan has an embassy in Kathmandu. Nepal has an embassy in Tokyo.

History

Although formal relations were established in 1956, the cultural ties between Nepal and Japan date back to much earlier days before direct people to people contact started in 1899.

Japanese assistance

Much of the aid to Nepal is delivered in cooperation with the Asian Development Bank. Japan is one of the largest aid donors to Nepal. As of May 2009, Japan has provided the following level of financial assistance and donations to Nepal:
Examples of Japanese assistance include:
In 2007, Japan sent self-defence troops to Nepal as part of a United Nations mission to help implement a peace agreement.