Tashkent, Uzbekistan (UzDaily.uz) — A delegation from Uzbekistan’s Ferghana Region took part in events during a working visit to Japan aimed at developing tourism, cultural exchanges and interregional ties.
The delegation was led by Khurshidjon Akhmedov, deputy governor of Ferghana Region. Rishtan District Governor Bahodir Kholikov also took part in the visit.
At the Uzbekistan–Japan Tourism and Business Forum, regional representatives presented Ferghana’s tourism opportunities, historical and cultural heritage, and natural attractions.
Particular attention was given to the traditional pottery of Rishtan, which is known for its rich craft traditions.
Alongside business meetings, the delegation members participated in traditional Japanese cultural events. In the city of Maizuru, they learned about the tourism potential of a naval facility.
During the visit, the sporting achievement of Arofatkhon Imomaliyeva, a representative of Ferghana Region, was also highlighted. She competed in Japan’s traditional Red Brick Marathon and finished third.
The events were aimed at promoting Ferghana Region’s tourism and cultural assets abroad, exchanging experience and strengthening ties between regions of Uzbekistan and Japan.
