The Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs expressed condolences to the death of the well -known Japanese musician Sakamoto Akamoto, and said that he hoped that more people of China and Japan were actively engaged in the cause of promoting China -Japan friendship.

Sakamoto Long died at the hospital in Tokyo on March 28 at the age of 71.

Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs spokesman Mao Ning Monday (April 3) said at a regular press conference that he expressed condolences to his relatives and expressed condolences to his relatives.

Mao Ning said that Sakamoto Ryoichi is an internationally renowned composer. His music works have rich cultural connotations, transmitting humanistic care, and moving people's hearts.Many excellent music works including Chinese elements, "contributed to the friendly exchanges between the two countries with actual actions."

Mao Ning also said, "The country's diplomatic relations lies in the blindness of the people. I hope that more people of China and Japan who have been insight will continue and actively participate in the promotion of China -Japan friendship."