Kanji Yamanouchi
CanadapoliticianMale5.0Global Dominance: 0.01%Kanji Yamanouchi is the Japanese ambassador to Canada, known for his efforts to commemorate the actions of diplomat Chiune Sugihara, who issued transit visas to Jewish refugees during the Holocaust. He has been vocal about the importance of acknowledging Sugihara's legacy and the moral courage displayed by those who helped save lives during a dark period in history.
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Japan’s ambassador to Canada, Kanji Yamanouchi, bluntly stated the unfortunate reality.
If Canada Auto can’t survive, let it fade away. Courting China is not the solutionThe Globe and Mail·Canada· 2026-06-22
Canada· 2026-06-22
Kanji Yamanouchi is the Japanese ambassador who challenged the chefs to create a dish for a special reception.
Two chefs unite cultures with their love of foodThe Globe and Mail·Canada· 2026-02-18
Canada· 2026-02-18
Kanji Yamanouchi is Japan’s ambassador to Canada.
How the last Canadian military death of the Second World War led to strong ties with JapanThe Globe and Mail·Canada· 2025-11-09
Canada· 2025-11-09
Kanji Yamanouchi, Japan’s ambassador to Canada, hosted an event where Mr. Kitade shared the story of the Sugihara visas.
The winding tale of the Sugihara visas, that saved Jews from the Holocaust, led them to Japan and landed them in CanadaThe Globe and Mail·Canada· 2025-03-28
Canada· 2025-03-28
