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THE EMBASSY RECEIVED COURTESY VISIT BY MR. NAOFUMI SHIRAKAWA, REPRESENTATIVE DIRECTOR OF RAISE WORLD CO., LTD

2nd February 2026

Ambassador Andambi shakes hands with Mr. Shirakawa

On Monday, 26th January 2026, Amb. Arthur Andambi, Deputy Head of Mission received Mr. Naofumi Shirakawa, Representative Director of RAISE WORLD CO., LTD at the Chancery.

During the meeting, Mr. Shirakawa introduced the company’s newly launched service in the Japanese market, which specializes in running tourism.

The company offers unique tour programs designed for semi-professional runners, fun-runners and marathon participants who wish to experience training and competition in Kenya, globally renowned as a champion of Marathon.

Kenya hosts more than 10 running events annually. For those seeking to challenge themselves and experience Kenya‘s rich running culture, visit and see the company’s website. (Japanese language only)