Prime Minister Narendra Modi landed in Tokyo, Japan, on Friday for his two-day official visit to strengthen ties between India and Japan. As he stepped onto Japanese soil, a unique cultural and spiritual gesture awaited him. Members of the Japanese community, along with Indian expatriates, welcomed PM Modi by chanting the Gayatri Mantra and other religious hymns, creating a deeply spiritual and symbolic atmosphere. The video of this warm welcome has already gone viral across social media platforms, resonating with millions worldwide.

Spiritual welcome for PM Modi in Tokyo

The chanting of the Gayatri Mantra in Tokyo highlighted the respect and admiration the Japanese community has for Indian culture and traditions. PM Modi himself was seen joining in, reciting the sacred mantra alongside the Japanese artists and devotees. The rare sight of Indian spiritual chants echoing in Japan stood as a symbol of the deep cultural bridge between the two nations.

This welcome not only reflected the growing closeness of the Indo-Japanese relationship but also showcased how Indian spirituality has found global resonance. The emotional gesture was praised widely, with people on social media lauding the harmony between cultures.

Modi’s agenda in Japan – strengthening Indo-Japanese relations

PM Modi is in Japan at the invitation of Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba. During his two-day visit, he will take part in the 15th India-Japan Annual Summit, which aims to deepen strategic, economic, and cultural cooperation.

In his post on X, PM Modi wrote:
“Landed in Tokyo. As India and Japan continue to strengthen their developmental cooperation, I look forward to engaging with PM Ishiba and others during this visit, thus providing an opportunity to deepen existing partnerships and explore new avenues of collaboration.”

Modi will also hold meetings with business leaders from Japan, focusing on trade, technology transfer, clean energy partnerships, and investments. His visit is expected to push forward discussions on innovation-driven growth, supply chain diversification, and stronger Indo-Pacific cooperation.

Modi hails the Indian community in Japan

In addition to official engagements, PM Modi expressed his gratitude to the Indian diaspora in Japan. He acknowledged the community’s contributions to Japanese society while preserving their Indian cultural roots. Modi stated that he was “deeply impressed by the warmth of the Indian community in Tokyo”, appreciating their role in connecting both nations.

He also highlighted that his discussions with Japanese business leaders will aim to further invigorate trade and investment relations between India and Japan, enhancing cooperation in multiple sectors.

Modi’s next stop – China for the SCO Summit

Following the conclusion of his Japan visit, PM Modi will travel to Tianjin, China, from August 31 to September 1 for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit. There, he is expected to hold bilateral and multilateral meetings with several global leaders.

Among the prominent leaders Modi will meet are Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin, and heads of other SCO member states. The discussions will revolve around regional security, economic cooperation, counterterrorism strategies, and global peace efforts.

Significance of the visit

This back-to-back schedule of Japan and China visits highlights India’s balancing act in the Indo-Pacific region and its growing role in multilateral diplomacy. The spiritual welcome in Tokyo underscored the cultural depth of India-Japan relations, while the upcoming SCO meetings in China underline India’s focus on regional cooperation and global leadership.

For India, Japan remains one of the most trusted economic and strategic partners, while China and Russia continue to play a crucial role in the global power balance. Modi’s engagements on this tour will, therefore, carry long-term diplomatic, economic, and strategic implications.

Conclusion

PM Modi’s Japan visit of August 2025 has already captured global attention due to the spiritual and cultural welcome with the Gayatri Mantra. Beyond the symbolic gesture, the visit is packed with high-level talks aimed at strengthening bilateral ties, boosting investments, and shaping the future of Indo-Pacific cooperation.

As Modi moves on to China for the SCO Summit, his back-to-back international diplomacy underlines India’s growing influence in global affairs and its commitment to promoting peace, security, and prosperity on the world stage.

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