India Gifts Japan Two Elephants
India has gifted two elephants to Japan — Aashi and Sakura — as a symbol of goodwill and friendship between the two countries.
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This is the first time in more than a century that India has gifted elephants to another country and the first time ever that elephants have been gifted to Japan.
The two elephants, both female, are aged 15 and have been trained to perform a variety of tricks including playing musical instruments and painting.
They will be housed at the Ueno Zoo in Tokyo and are expected to become a major tourist attraction.
The gift of the elephants is a sign of the growing friendship and cooperation between India and Japan.
FAQs
- What are the names of the elephants?
Aashi and Sakura - How old are the elephants?
15 years old - Where will the elephants be housed?
Ueno Zoo in Tokyo - What is the significance of the gift?
The gift is a symbol of goodwill and friendship between India and Japan and it is the first time in more than a century that India has gifted elephants to another country
Conclusion
The gift of the elephants is a heartwarming gesture that symbolizes the strong friendship between India and Japan.
The elephants are sure to become popular attractions at the Ueno Zoo and will help to further strengthen the bond between the two countries.
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