Irish people in Japan

The community of Irish people in Japan is estimated to constitute 1,000–2,000 people.

Notable people

 * Shane Berkery
 * Matt Heafy
 * Francis Brinkley
 * Eileen Lynn Kato
 * Robert Cullen
 * Lafcadio Hearn
 * Colin Killoran
 * Niall Killoran
 * John Gunning
 * Anna Tsuchiya
 * Naoise Ó Baoill
 * Sowelu

History
Patrick Lafcadio Hearn (小泉 八雲) is a well-known Irishman in modern Japanese history. In addition, many foreigners of Irish descent were hired, led by Irish-born Thomas Waltles, and they have a history of contributing to the modernization of Japan. The Japan-Ireland Society is established. In recent years, Irish people from all over the country have paraded on St. Patrick's Day.