New Delhi, July 2 -- Japanese Prime Minister was accorded a formal welcome at the forecourt of Rashtrapti Bhavan in New Delhi on Thursday. The Japanese PM was also accorded the cermonial guard of honour. During the reception PM Modi introduced his cabinet colleagues and other dignatries to the Japanese PM.

Japan on Thursday expressed their excitement to visit India as Takaichi arrived in New Delhi.

In a post on X, the Japanese Cabinet Public Relations Officer said, "Our heartfelt thanks for your warm welcome. We are very much excited to be visiting India!"

Earlier on Wednesday, Union MoS of Science and Technology, Jitendra Singh received Takaichi upon arrival.

In a post on X, he said, "Privileged to receive and welcome Her Excellency ...