The Indian Embassy is inviting Indians in Japan to a flag-hoisting event to celebrate Indian Republic Day Jan. 26 at 8:45 a.m.

During the function, the national anthem will be sung and the president of India's Republic Day message read. Children are welcome.

The event will take place at the Embassy of India, which is just a short walk from Kudanshita Station on the Tozai, Toei Shinjuku and Hanzomon subway lines. For more information, call the embassy at (03) 3262-2391.