Recently, the second meeting of the China-Japan High-Level Consultation Mechanism on People-to-People and Cultural Exchanges was held in Beijing. Both sides placed great emphasis on vigorously promoting youth exchange visits.

Since 2024, Beijing has actively implemented the central government’s directives by organizing a series of vibrant and diverse exchange activities for Chinese and Japanese youth. These events have been filled with exciting highlights and extraordinary enthusiasm. Notably, the “China-Japan Teenage Ambassador” program and the undergraduate exchange programs between Winter Olympic host cities have become flagship initiatives for fostering mutual understanding, connections, collaboration, and growth among the youth from both countries. Let’s take a closer look.

“China-Japan Teenage Ambassadors” Ascend the Great Wall

CUPES Students Visit Japan

Visiting Governments: Injecting Youthful Vitality into Exchanges

Liu Jinsong, Director-General of the Department of Asian Affairs of the Foreign Ministry, Fumio Kishida, former Prime Minister of Japan, and other Chinese and Japanese leaders met with the “Teenage Ambassadors”. Relevant officials from Nagano Prefecture’s Planning and Development Department engaged in warm discussions with students from Capital University of Physical Education and Sports (CUPES), infusing youthful energy into the advancement of China-Japan friendship.

“Teenage Ambassadors” Present the Declaration of China-Japan Friendship

CUPES Students Visit the Nagano Prefectural Government

Experiencing Culture: Deepening Mutual Understanding

The “Teenage Ambassadors” toured renowned landmarks in both China and Japan, immersing themselves in intangible cultural heritage and embarking on a journey of cultural discovery. The Chinese and Japanese undergraduates visited Winter Olympic venues, experiencing the speed and passion of winter sports firsthand as they played together on the ice.

The “Teenage Ambassadors” Roam in the Forbidden City, Dressed in Traditional Chinese Clothing

Chinese and Japanese Undergraduates Visit the Hakuba Ski Jumping Stadium

Visiting Schools: Enhancing Mutual Friendship

The “Teenage Ambassadors” experienced classroom lectures, club activities, and homestay, cultivating lively and profound friendships through their youthful energy. CUPES students visited universities in Nagano Prefecture and engaged in discussions with professors, expanding their international horizons via these exchanges.

“Teenage Ambassadors” Experience Chinese Martial Arts

Chinese and Japanese Undergraduates Engage in Group Discussions

A series of vibrant and diverse exchange activities have deepened mutual understanding and strengthened the friendship between Chinese and Japanese youth. As they parted ways, the “Chinese Teenage Ambassadors” and the “Japanese Teenage Ambassadors” bid farewells reluctantly and promised to meet again. Meanwhile, the Chinese and Japanese undergraduates collaborated on a themed artwork during the closing ceremony, expressing their best wishes for China-Japan friendship and the spirit of the Winter Olympics.

The “Teenage Ambassadors” Bid Farewells with Deep Affection

Chinese and Japanese Undergraduates Create an Artwork Together