Nepal AOTS Hosted Bōnenkai
The Nepal AOTS Alumni Society (Nepal AOTS) hosted the Bonenkai Programme on Friday, December 22, 2023, at Maxims Banquet and Events, Kupondol Height, Kathmandu.
In Japan, it is said that during the 15th century, in the Muromachi period, it started as "nōkai," a great achievement gathering to express thanks to others. Later, during the Edo period around the 18th century, it became known as Bōnenkai (忘年会, "Forget the Year Party") and developed into the current version of gatherings. The purpose of the party is to forget the woes and troubles of the past year and, hopefully, look to the New Year to socialize with fellow members and family.
Nepal AOTS has been organizing Bonenkai regularly for a long time, inviting esteemed guests. These include representatives from the Japanese Embassy, JICA Nepal Office, and Japan-related organizations such as JICA Alumni Association of Nepal (JAAN), Japanese Chamber of Commerce in Nepal (JCCN), Japanese Language Teachers' Association Nepal (JALTAN), Japanese Language School Association Nepal (JALSAN), Japanese Universities Alumni Association, Nepal (JUAAN).
Additionally, prominent leaders from industry associations, such as Nepal Chamber of Commerce (NCC), Federation of Computer Association Nepal (CAN Federation), Federation of Nepali Cottage and Small Industries (FNCSI), along with other Japanese and Nepalese guests, joined the celebration. Members of Nepal AOTS and their families also participated, making the event a vibrant gathering of diverse individuals and organizations.
To add to the festive spirit, Nepal AOTS collected gifts from its members and members' companies, surprising all attendees of the Bonenkai program with these delightful gifts.
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