Next year is the 40th anniversary of Japan-South Korea normalization of diplomatic relations. In order to expand the culture and the sightseeing exchange, Jiwoo was appointed as the South Korean sightseeing public-relations ambassador.

Japanese country traffic minister, and South Korean culture Tourism Department director signed the joint statement which makes 2005 years "the year of a Japan-South Korea joint visit."  Then, when Ms. Choi Jiwoo appeared, 200 cameramen took photos using flash at once, and she surprised at the numerousness of reporters.

Jiwoo said "This is the first time to play the ambassador who introduces to other countries.  I want to tell Japanese people South Korean culture more.  I hope Korea and Japan build good relations like a brother."  

She recommended sightseeing spots of Korea:
Jeju island, beautiful sea as resort,
Namisom of Winter Love Song,
Kyonju, having many remains.
She recommended Korean food, Kimchi, Bulgogi and Samgetan.

She said, “I appreciate the increasing number of fans of mine.  I am happy to hear that many Japanese people love Korean drama like WINTER LOVE SONG, and get interested in Korean culture and language.  I have to my best.”