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08
Jun 2024
(Sat)

The Hidden Mystery of the Governor of Hong Kong's Journey to Japan

Event of
Open SPACE 2024
Subject
Japanese
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Date & time
08Jun 2024 (Sat)14:00 - 15:00
Type of Event
Hybrid (In-person & Online Attendance)
Venue
Room 306 3/F, Admiralty Learning Centre, 18 Harcourt Road, HK
Online Platform
HKU SPACE YouTube Channel
Fee
Free
Speaker
  • Mr Hau Ching Yee (Japanese Lecturer of HKU SPACE)

Mr Hau Ching Yee

Mr Hau Ching Yee is a part-time lecturer of the HKU SPACE. He is also the Chairman of the Hoi Bun Heritage Docents Society, Director of the Hong Kong History and Culture Society, and the former Principal of the Japan Society of Hong Kong.

Enquiry
3762 0820 (jolang@hkuspace.hku.hk)
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In the summer of 1879, Sir John Pope Hennessy, the 8th Governor of Hong Kong, embarked on a trip to Japan along with his wife and children. Their stay lasted for three months. Despite it being a private vacation for Governor Hennessy, upon their arrival, the Meiji government greeted them with a 17-gun salute and provided high-level reception throughout their journey. What secrets lay behind this warm welcome? Where did Sir John Pope Hennessy visit in Japan and whom did he encounter? Drawing from historical records, the speaker will narrate this orchestrated journey of the Governor to Japan.

Language: Cantonese

 

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