A name that symbolizes the bond between two nations.
“Anio-san” is believed to have originated from the Vietnamese phrase “Anh ơi!” (“My dear!”), which Princess Ngọc Hoa used to call her Japanese husband, Araki Sotaro. The people of Nagasaki heard this expression and rendered it as “Anio-san,” eventually adopting it as an affectionate name for her.
But Princess Ngọc Hoa represents far more than the name “Anio-san”…
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Growing up during the golden age of Hoi An Port, Anio san was fascinated by the journey of Dang Trong’s products and the people behind them. She often visited traditional craft villages to learn from artisans, understand the value of their creations, and discover how local goods reached distant shores. Believing that prosperity comes from human ingenuity and cultural exchange, Ngoc Hoa lived by the principle of “Adapting wisely to circumstances,” always ready to learn, adapt, and embrace new opportunities.
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Hoi An heritages
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Ma Chau Silk
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