The celebration, held at Thisky Hall, commemorated 10 years of collaboration between Nam Long — a leading Vietnamese real estate developer — and its two Japanese partners. The three companies reflected on their achievements and shared their vision for future cooperation.
Nguyen Xuan Quang, Chairman of Nam Long Group, said the partnership was founded on a shared ambition to build sustainable and livable cities. "Both partners are leading Japanese corporations that chose Vietnam because they recognize the country's strong investment environment, rapid development, and growing housing demand," he said.
Over the past decade, the three firms have developed more than 20,000 housing products across nine projects. "What is more valuable than numbers is the tens of thousands of homes that have been lit up, thousands of jobs created, and the Vietnam–Japan relationship that has been nurtured through sharing, empathy, and trust throughout the journey," Quang added.
Ono Masuo, Consul General of Japan in Ho Chi Minh City, highlighted the role of the partnership in fostering cultural exchange between the two countries. He praised the collaboration for delivering high-quality real estate projects that contribute to the socio-economic development of local communities.
He also noted the "Vietnam-Japan Cultural Village" within the Waterpoint integrated township, calling it a symbol of bilateral friendship that brings Japanese culture closer to the Vietnamese people.
To commemorate the milestone, Nam Long Group's Chairman presented souvenirs to the leaders of the two Japanese firms. Both Hankyu Hanshin Properties and Nishi Nippon Railroad have over a century of history and manage multibillion-dollar asset portfolios. Vietnam remains a key international market for both companies.
At the celebration, Lucas Loh (C), Group Chief Executive Officer of Nam Long Group, joined Fukui Yasuki (L), President of Hankyu Hanshin Properties and Hayashida Koichi (R), President of Nishi Nippon Railroad in a drum-beating ceremony. Drum beating is a traditional Japanese act symbolizing strength and unity.
Lucas said the joint venture is now looking ahead to new phases of development, including integrated urban models linked with modern transport infrastructure — a field in which Japanese partners bring generations of experience.
"This will be a valuable source of inspiration and a foundation for the joint venture to continue creating livable urban areas, where infrastructure, amenities, and community are developed in harmony, offering sustainable and well-connected lifestyles," he said.
The event also featured artistic performances celebrating the cultures of both countries. In one standout performance, an orchestra combined the Vietnamese song "Hello Vietnam" with the iconic soundtrack from "Doraemon."
Nam Long Group's Chairman, Nguyen Xuan Quang, and guests posed for commemorative photos in a lobby adorned with décor inspired by traditional Japanese aesthetics.
The following day, on May 11, representatives of the three companies visited Nam Long's Waterpoint urban area in Long An Province for a tree-planting ceremony. A Nam Long representative stated that the act symbolizes rebirth, hope, and longevity, underscoring the company’s commitment to harmonious coexistence with nature.
