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Editor's Note

IN THE NEWS Kishida, Marcos Jr. Agree to Hold In-Person Meeting

n August last year, Kapuso Primetime King and Queen Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera confirmed to yours truly via the “#StrongerTogether GMA Pinoy TV 16th Anniversary Virtual FunCon” their reunion project after a decade. And we are as ecstatic as they were when they announced it now that we are featuring them on our latest cover.

We are also excited to bring you some of the biggest happenings that recently transpired in Japan where Filipino-Japanese Journal had the privilege to be the only Philippine media that covered the said events.

First up is the 124th Philippine Independence Day celebration, the first in-person diplomatic reception hosted by the Philippine Embassy since 2019 and was outgoing Ambassador Jose C. Laurel V’s last.

Next is Manny Pacquiao’s Charity Marathon event in Tochigi City which was attended by 1,500 participants and guests. We had the opportunity to interview the Filipino boxing legend about his plans on the sport that he loves, politics and his benefit run.

We follow that with Tom Cruise and Jerry Bruckheimer’s visit to Japan for the promotional tour of their legacy sequel “Top Gun: Maverick,” which already crossed the ¥4.6 billion mark in Japan’s box office (as of this writing), the second biggest international ticket sales after the UK (except the US).

Then we also have the information on the latest promotional campaigns of the Department of Tourism (DOT) that was launched during the “Let’s Go to the Philippines” media event aimed at enticing balikbayans and Japanese tourists alike to visit the country.

We are already halfway through 2022 and our team has been nothing but busy during this period to cover the best topics for you—our dear readers.

Duterte Expresses Gratitude to Japan for Assistance in PH Economic Dev’t

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IN FOCUS Laurel Leads 124th Philippine Independence Day Celebration in Tokyo

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ENTERTAINMENT

Dingdong Dantes & Marian Rivera Reunite On-Screen for ‘Dream Project’

Tom Cruise, Jerry Bruckheimer Land in Japan to Promote ‘Top Gun: Maverick’

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PROUDLY PINOY Manny Pacquiao on Politics, Boxing and his Charity Run in Japan

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Celebrate Philippine Independence Day with this Special Hotel & Flight Sale from June 1 to 30 DOT, STWorld to Launch ‘Philippine Summer Campaign’

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Florenda Corpuz Editor-in-Chief

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IN THE NEWS

Kishida, Marcos Jr. Agree to Hold In-Person Meeting

TOKYO/MANILA – Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida held a telephone talk with presumptive Philippine president Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. on May 20 to congratulate the latter on his win in the May 9 elections, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) said.

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Photos courtesy of Fumio Kishida and Bongbong Marcos on Twitter

e had a telephone conversation with President-elect Marcos to congratulate him on his victory in the presidential election.

“In the future, we will work together to strengthen Japan-Philippines relationships and realize a ‘free and open Indo-Pacific’,” Kishida said in a statement posted to his Twitter account.

During the 15-minute phone conversation, Kishida expressed his intention to take the bilateral strategic partnership of Japan and the Philippines to a new height when Marcos Jr. formally assumes office on June 30.

The two leaders also agreed to hold an in-person meeting “as early as possible and deepening the discussion going forward.”

Kishida also wanted “to continue cooperation on the economic front such as infrastructure development including railways and Subic Bay development, as well as in the security and coast guard law enforcement fields, among others.”

For his part, Marcos Jr. expressed his commitment to deepen cooperation with Kishida to strengthen the alliance of the two countries.

“I thank the Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida for his warm congratulatory message via a phone call this morning.

“The partnership of Japan and the Philippines has been one of mutual benefit to our two countries and I hope not only to continue but to increase all of our engagements in every aspect of our relations,” he said in a tweet.

Furthermore, Kishida and Marcos Jr. agreed to have “future coordination to realize regional peace and prosperity." - Len Armea

Duterte Expresses Gratitude to Japan for Assistance in PH Economic Dev’t MANILA – President Rodrigo Duterte expressed his gratitude to Japan for its support to the Philippines’ economic development, particularly in funding the Metro Manila Subway Project (MMSP), the country’s first underground railway system.

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ay I express my gratitude again to the Japanese Government for partnering with the Philippines to make this dream a reality,” Duterte said in his speech during the lowering of the Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) of MMSP at the MMSP Compound in Barangay Ugong, Valenzuela City last June 12.

“I am also grateful to have the Japan International Cooperation Agency as an ally in nation-building, particularly in initiatives that will benefit our citizens and accelerate our country’s economic development,” he added.

The outgoing leader said the project marks “another milestone” under the “Build, Build, Build” program “that gives us a feeling of pride and excitement.”

Duterte also shared his thoughts on Japan’s love for the Philippines.

“I cannot seem to fathom the love of the Japanese people for this republic. There are so many projects going on in the country 6

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and being pushed and sponsored by the JICA. That is the overseas assistance nila.

“Japan has continued to help us to the extent that iyong ibang --pati ng Davao City, the new highway and the bridge and everything, it would seem really that we are a part of the Japanese government.

Para bang isang probinsiya tayo. We are the --- you know, being treated as almost a part of Japan that should be developed in due time,” he said.

Last February, the Japanese government signed the 253.3 billion yen loan agreement with the Philippines for the MMSP Phase 1, which followed its first tranche funding of 104.53 billion yen that was inked in March 2018.

The loan deal carries an interest rate of 0.1 percent per annum and a repayment period of 40 years, inclusive of a 12-year grace period.

“Alam mo 'pag ganoon ang obligasyon mo, it is really gratis na 'yan. It's a gift from the Japanese people to the people of the Philippines. Parang wala na ‘yang ano, .01,” Duterte said. - Florenda Corpuz

Laurel Leads 124th Philippine Independence Day Celebration in Tokyo

IN FOCUS

WORDS AND PHOTOGRAPHS BY FLORENDA CORPUZ

TOKYO – The Philippine Embassy in Tokyo commemorated the 124th Anniversary of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence in a solemn celebration led by Ambassador Jose C. Laurel V at the Fuji Room of the historic Imperial Hotel on June 10.

State Minister Odawara, Ambassador Laurel, Seiko Noda, Minister of State for Special Missions, and Hirofumi Ryu, Chief Secretary of the Japan – Philippines Parliamentary Friendship League

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his was the first in-person diplomatic reception hosted by the Embassy since 2019, which was attended by around 300 guests, including Japanese government officials, members of the diplomatic corps, business executives and Embassy personnel.

The theme was “Kalayaan 2022: Pagsuong sa Hamon ng Panibagong Bukas (Rise Towards the Challenge of a New Beginning).”

“The past two years have been challenging for all of us with the COVID-19 pandemic. It has affected everyone's lives - be it workers or students alike, including our fellow Filipinos here in Japan. However, similar to the theme of this year's celebration, we are all currently rising towards the challenge of a new beginning, a new phase in our lives after COVID-19,” Laurel said in his opening

remarks.

He thanked the Japanese government for their continued support for the wellbeing of more than 350,000 Filipinos currently living and working in the country.

Laurel also expressed his appreciation to the captains of Japanese industry for their continued engagement in the Philippines.

“Japan remains to be one of the most important trading and foreign investment partners in the Philippines.

“Even amidst the pandemic, the Japanese investments to the Philippine have not waned.

“The government of the Philippines is committed to further enhance our partnership even creating new avenues for cooperation, including in the field of healthcare and in the creative economy,” he stated.

Furthermore, he extended his

gratitude to all the officers and staff of the Embassy in Tokyo and the attachés and personnel of its attached agencies for their public service and “strong support” since he arrived in Japan in 2017.

“To the Filipinos in Japan, mga kababayan, rest assured that the Philippine Embassy, together with the Philippine Consulates General in Nagoya and Osaka, will continue to work with you to promote your welfare and well-being in your adoptive country,” he remarked.

He shared that he will continue to actively promote Philippines-Japan relations in his private capacity.

“It has been my greatest honor to have served as Ambassador of the Philippines to Japan. The son has followed in the footsteps that his father set more than fifty years ago,” the emotional envoy said.

Laurel will end his tenure as Philippine Ambassador to Japan on June 30.

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ON THE COVER

“Dancing through life with you and enjoying every single step.

Remember that you and I are always in sync, and no matter what the music is, there’s no better rhythm than when we’re dancing TOGETHER.”

Dingdong & Marian REUNITE ON-SCREEN FOR ‘DREAM PROJECT’ WORDS BY LEN ARMEA PHOTOGRAPHS COURTESY OF GMA

Dingdong Dantes and Marian Rivera’s story started in 2007 when they were first paired in the top rating remake of the Mexican telenovela “Marimar.”

During that time, Dingdong was already one of the top heartthrobs in Philippine showbiz while Marian was starting to make a name for herself.

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ogether, they won the hearts of Pinoy viewers with their undeniable chemistry as a love team. They gained a huge following after a few years of working together in “Dyesebel,” “Ang Babaeng Hinugot sa Aking Tadyang,” “Mars Ravelo’s Darna,” and “Endless Love” – making them GMA-7’s “King and Queen of Primetime.”

What makes the pairing extra special is the fact that “DongYan,” as what the fans call them, is one of the few love teams who became a couple in real life – blessed with a strong marriage and two beautiful kids Zia and Ziggy.

Ten years after doing “Beloved,” which was their last teleserye together, Dingdong and Marian are making a comeback in the sitcom “Jose and Maria’s Bonggang Villa.”

“To my fave leading man on and off cam, finally after 10 years we’re working together again in a show! It’s always been my dream to do a sitcom and it’s more special because it’s with you,” Marian said in an Instagram post she dedicated to Dingdong a day before the airing of the sitcom.

Working Together in a Sitcom For a time, Marian was in an acting hiatus to give utmost priority to taking care of her kids, especially during the pandemic. When the opportunity of doing “Jose and Maria’s Bonggang Villa” with Dingdong came around, Marian thought that it’s about time to start acting again on the small screen.

“Nagsimula kasi ito sa bahay hanggang sa nagawan ng paraan na ipalabas namin ito sa telebisyon pero siyempre very thankful ako dahil wishing din ako na makasama ulit si Dong sa isang proyekto after 10 years or more than 10 years.

Parang ang saya lang tapos comedy pa, at very light at the same time,” Marian enthused.

It is the first time that DongYan stars in a sitcom that tackles their adventures and misadventures, bringing into light valuable lessons that the viewers can take from.

Dingdong (Jose) and Marian (Maria) play the roles of a married couple who is facing financial issues. Jose’s Lolo King (Johnny Revilla) poses a challenge to them to revive the family’s first business venture, an old and notoriously haunted bed and breakfast known as ‘Bonggang Villa’.

While managing the business, Jose and Maria will have to overcome challenges as they meet people and spirits of dead people.

Dingdong admitted that doing a sitcom is a

dream come true for them.

“Bago pa kami ikasal sabi namin sana balang araw magkaroon din tayo ng isang show ulit na magkasama tayo and ‘yung comedy format naman.

“Isang bagay din kasi na hindi pa namin nagagawa kasi nag-drama na kami at nag-action at kung ano-ano pa kaya sabi namin, maganda sana kung isang comedy show ang gawin namin together kaya para sa amin, dream come true ito,” Dingdong said, who is also currently hosting “Family Feud.”

Marian agreed with Dingdong that this is a dream project for them, “Isa ito sa mga pinangarap namin, lalo na sa akin kasi ang tagal ko nang hindi lumabas sa primetime, hindi ako makapaniwala na totoo na ito, na mangyayari na ito kasi pangarap ko talaga magkaroon ng sitcom kasama si Dong.

From Acting to Co-producing The sitcom was inspired by Dingdong and Marian’s fun family activity where they would record videos at home. This activity has allowed the power couple to conceptualize a story for the show, alongside, the idea of co-producing it with GMA-7 and APT Entertainment.

“I’m very grateful for the trust, for building on the idea, at dahil ‘dun nanganak ang tahanan naming maliit sa isang mas magandang konsepto which is ‘Bonggang Villa’ kaya maraming salamat APT for everything and of course, sa GMA, for trusting us with this one,” Dingdong said.

“Para sa amin hindi lang siya trabaho or task as an actor, this is also very personal to us, dahil dream namin ito, na makabilang sa isang show that we are also part of through co-producing and creating,” he continued.

Dingdong, who is known to doing action and drama in TV and movies, did not deny the fact that he wasn’t comfortable at first in doing a sitcom but Marian was there to help her and give her some tips.

“I really had a hard time during the first taping days. I told my directors, ‘Direk naiilang ako.’

Marian, whose forte is comedy, really supported me. I’m lucky to have an amazing acting coach in her,” Dingdong beamed.

“Magaling magpatawa si Dong, promise,” Marian added.

Whether in reel or real life, Dingdong and Marian have each other’s backs. The DongYan ship is out to sail forever.

Filipino viewers in Japan can catch “Jose and Maria’s Bonggang Villa” on GMA Pinoy TV.

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ENTERTAINMENT

Tom Cruise, Jerry Bruckheimer Land in Japan to Promote ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ WORDS & PHOTOGRAPHS BY FLORENDA CORPUZ

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TOKYO – Tom Cruise has once again showed his love for Japan when he visited the country for the 24th time to promote the long-awaited sequel movie “Top Gun: Maverick,” which was delayed a few times due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

apan was the last stop of the global promotional tour of the movie ahead of its theatrical release, which had its world premiere in San Diego before it touched down in Mexico, Cannes and London.

“Hello, how are you? It’s been 36 years since Jerry and I made the last one. We had to wait for two years to bring you the film. I have to say it’s very beautiful to be back and to be able to share this film with you. We’re very excited. It’s emotional for the both of us to be here. It’s a privilege to be here and to see all of your faces—it’s beautiful—so thank you for having us,” greeted Cruise at a press conference held at Tokyo Midtown Hall on May 23.

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The Hollywood A-lister was joined at the event by producer Jerry Bruckheimer.

“Thank you so much for having us back.

It’s always an honor to come here, especially bringing ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ with Tom,” Bruckheimer told the press.

Cruise, who reprises his iconic role as Capt. Pete “Maverick” Mitchell, shared the same joy and excitement of being back in Japan.

“I’m very excited, very, very excited. It’s wonderful to be here with Jerry and to have this time—it’s exceptional. I kept telling my friends here that I’m coming, we’re coming, do not worry, we’re gonna have this movie and it’s going to be on the big screen,” he enthused.

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The 59-year-old actor revealed how he was convinced to make a follow-up to the 1986 classic.

“The reason we made it was for the fans, always. They’ve been asking for it for decades and I just wasn’t ready. I wasn’t ready to make it originally back in the 80s. And it was just time. There were things that I thought about that I wanted to do to make it very special for the audience so things just came together and Jerry and I met. And I’ve always wanted to work with Jerry again so it was just that kind of thing of ‘now or never.’ So it was finding the way—I wanted to really put the audience into the cockpit of a fighter jet—to feel it. And we found a very emotional story and all the right elements came together,” he said.

Tom went on to saying that the audience will see something in the movie that they have never ever seen before.

“When an audience see the film, they’ll see, feel how authentic it is because we are in the F18s. Jerry Bruckheimer is a legendary producer so he knows and always we share the love of story, the love of cinema and always using cutting of edge technology but basic character.

“And it’s a very entertaining, emotional film and we wanted to make a movie that celebrates life and that when you walk out of the theater you just feel like the first ‘Top Gun’—amazing.

And that’s what we wanted to do for audiences.

Just give them something very, very special.

“I don't make a movie just to make a movie. I constantly wanna push the limits, push the edge to entertain an audience. Jerry and I sat down, we decided ‘this is the moment’,” the actor said, which was agreed by his producer.

Bruckheimer also shared bits and pieces of how the movie was made.

“We had to do this for real. If you wanna make a movie with Tom Cruise, it has to be for real. So Tom, who is an avid aviator, designed a program where the actors had to spent three months training to be in the F18.

“On the first movie, we put the actors in the F14. Unfortunately, the only footage we could

use was the footage on Tom, every other actor either passed out or threw up. So this time, what you see in the movie is when the plane is going up, the actors are going up, when the plane is going down, the actors are going down, when it’s turning, he’s turning. That is real. What you’re seeing is a real experience of a fighter pilot. The advantage we had is that Tom over the last 35 years has worked with some of the best directors, the best writers, the best actors and he’s a sponge.

He takes all in information. And what you see in ‘Top Gun’ is the fact that he has all these knowledge on how to entertain an audience, he gives it to you in ‘Top Gun Maverick,’” he said.

Tom, for his part, has nothing but good words to say about the producer.

“I also I learned from Jerry Bruckheimer who is a great producer. I was very fortunate as an actor to be able to work with him on this film and also to see his career. He has produced some of the best, the most entertaining films over the last decades,” he uttered.

Cruise also praised his co-actors whom he said “worked very, very hard” on the film.

The two attended the Japan premiere of the movie the following day at Yokohama International Passenger Terminal.

“I’m so happy to be here. I’ve missed you all.

Arigato,” Tom said to his fans.

“I’m so happy to be back in your country.

I’m so happy to finally be able to share ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ with you as we make this movie for you. And just to be here, it’s very, very special for me,” he added.

As for Jerry, it’s a thrill to share the movie with the Japanese audience.

“We’re so excited to be back in Japan. It’s been too long. Fortunately, you’re here with a fantastic movie and the biggest movie star in the world. We love it, we love being here,” he said.

Cruise, who has the record for most visits to Japan by a Hollywood star, promised to return to the country for his two upcoming “Mission: Impossible” films to the delight of his Japanese followers.

“I will see you next summer with ‘Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning.’ We’ll be back the summer after that also,” he gushed.

“Top Gun: Maverick” descended in Japanese cinemas on May 27.

“It was hard to make this movie. I loved it. I just want to make people smile, and even today, moreso than ever, and where we are two years later, we were supposed to release the film two years ago. We wanted the audience to be exhilarated and to smile afterwards. We're hoping that when they have their seat in the movie theater, that they only use the edge,” said Tom.

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SPOTLIGHT

Manny Pacquiao on Politics, Boxing and his Charity Run in Japan WORDS & INTERVIEW BY FLORENDA CORPUZ PHOTOGRAPHS BY DIN EUGENIO

TOCHIGI – Just days after conceding defeat in the Philippine presidential election, Filipino boxing legend Manny Pacquiao traveled to Japan to lead his foundation’s charity marathon event aimed at helping people who are in dire conditions back in his home country.

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e teamed up with H3 Co., Ltd. to host the first “Manny Pacquiao Charity Marathon” held in Tochigi City last May 22.

“Thank you for being here and for supporting this ‘Manny Pacquiao Marathon’ in Japan. Sa lahat ng mga Pilipino na nandito ngayon, maraming salamat. God bless, everyone,” greeted the retired boxing superstar to a crowd of Filipino and Japanese fans and supporters who gathered inside the City Football Station in Iwafune Sports Park to get a glimpse of their idol.

Pacquiao completed his first charity marathon in the Land of the Rising Sun after running a 5-kilometer distance.

“This charity event will help more people, especially those less fortunate families in the Philippines. We need to help them and give them shelter,” he said in his speech.

In an interview by the FilipinoJapanese Journal (FJJ), Pacquiao mentioned that the marathon will also

help provide sustainable livelihood for poor people.

When asked how he was after the election, the 43-year-old former senator humbly answered, “I’m okay. I’m a boxer so I know how to accept defeat in every dream that I want to accomplish.”

Pacquiao also maintained he is retired from boxing after FJJ asked him about his future plan in the sport.

“I don’t know yet. I already hang up my gloves so I cannot say I’m active,” he commented.

Pacquiao, also a singer, performed at a benefit concert later that day, which was also headlined by The Brow Beat, Sho Kiryuin (Golden Bomber), CyberJapan Dancers, AKB48 (Saho Iwatate, Shinobu Mogi, Ayana Shinozaki, Kaori Inagaki, Minami Sato, Mizukii Yamauchi, Nanami Asai and Erii Chiba) and MNL48 (Sheki, Jan, Coleen and Amy).

According to the organizers, a total of 1,500 attendees participated in the one-day sport and entertainment benefit event, an incredible effort spearheaded by Pacquiao to help his fellow countrymen.

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TRAVEL

Celebrate Philippine Independence Day with this Special Hotel & Flight Sale from June 1 to 30 TOKYO – To commemorate the Indepence Day of the Philippines, the Department of Tourism (DOT) offers the “Let’s Go to the Philippines!” campaign in collaboration with the Hotel Sales and Marketing Association of the Philippines (HSMA), Philippine Airlines (PAL) and Cebu Pacific Air (CEB). Don’t miss this opportunity to visit Cebu and other popular travel destinations in the Philippines at a special discount price!

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ocated only 4.5 hours away from Japan, the Philippines is the nearest Southeast Asian country to the Land of the Rising Sun and is highly recommended for your next overseas travel. Since February, the Philippines has lifted its travel restrictions on fully vaccinated foreign visitors, allowing them to enjoy travel without mandatory facility-based quarantine.

Don’t miss this opportunity to take your vacation to the Philippines!

Limited time offers are available at a variety of hotels The special campaign offers discount rates at approximately 60 hotels and resorts. Whether you’re looking to relax and disconnect in an idyllic resort paradise or explore the culture and adventure that the Philippines has to offer, each of the popular tourist destinations in the country, including Manila, Cebu, Bohol, Palawan, Siargao or Boracay, Vigan, Davao, and more, await to entertain you.

Booking and campaign period: June 1, 2022 - June 30, 2022 Travel period: June 2022 - June 2023 Website: https://travelsale.hsma.org. ph/philippinesindepencesalejapan/

Great deals on airfare as well Of course, to have more fun in the

Philippines, you will also need to book a flight. You can get a good deal on either Philippine Airlines or Cebu Pacific via their official pages below: PAL: https://www.philippineairlines. com/en/promotions/snowfall CEB: https://www.cebupacificair. com/pages/seat-sale-faqs

DOT, STWorld to Launch ‘Philippine Summer Campaign’ TOKYO – The Department of Tourism and STWorld (STW), a travel agency specializing in international travel, will launch the “Philippine Summer Campaign,” which offers package tours to popular beach resorts in the Philippines.

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he campaign includes a five-day package tour at luxury hotels in beach resorts popular among Japanese, such as Cebu and Bohol, as well as tour plans that specialize in diving. In addition, STW will also provide tailor-made travel

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plans to meet individual needs by taking advantage of its unique staff members who have passed the “Philippine Travel Meister Certification,” which certifies experts with in-depth knowledge of the Philippines’ tourism resources by the DOT. Website: https://stworld.jp/emotion/campaign_ph

FOOD

Hard Rock Cafe, Tony Roma’s Bring Back ‘Meet Philippines’ Campaign in Tokyo WORDS BY FLORENDA CORPUZ

TOKYO – In celebration of the 124th anniversary of the proclamation of Philippine Independence on June 12, the Department of Tourism (DOT) has once again teamed up with Hard Rock Cafe and Tony Roma’s in Roppongi to launch the “Meet Philippines” campaign from June 1 to 30, featuring a menu of popular Filipino food.

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he tie-up promotion project features the two legendary American restaurants own unique interpretation of

four dishes from the Philippines, namely Grilled Pork Liempo, Inasal Chicken, Halo-Halo and Ube Brownie.

“This campaign aims to give the restaurants’ customers a simulated

Halo-Halo

Grilled Pork Liempo

Inasal Chicken

Ube Brownie

travel experience to the Philippines by offering Filipino cuisine,” the DOT Office in Tokyo said in a statement.

The first 1,000 customers to order from the campaign menu will receive an original key chain or mask case from the DOT. In addition, the first 500 customers at each restaurant to post on social media with the designated hashtag will receive an original dry bag or stainless steel straw.

Grilled Pork Liempo. Pork liempo refers to grilled pork marinated in soy sauce, vinegar and lemon juice. Available at Hard Rock Cafe for 2,000 yen.

Inasal Chicken (lunch time only). Inasal means to “roast”. The marinated chicken is roasted in charcoal. Available at Hard Rock Cafe for 1,400 yen.

Halo-Halo. No summer is complete without Halo-Halo! It refers to a popular Filipino dessert made of shaved ice and your favorite toppings. The Hard Rock Cafe Halo-Halo has passion fruits and fresh bananas topped with ube ice cream. Available for 980 yen.

Ube Brownie. Brownies is a favorite dessert in Tony Roma’s. For this month, they will offer a brownie made of ube, a popular ingredient for desserts in the Philippines.

Enjoy this fudgy ube brownie with ube ice cream. Available for 980 yen.

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