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Friday, December 16, 2016

Friday, December 02, 2016

When Americans land in trouble abroad, these expats step in

Every country with a State Department presence has volunteer wardens, typically U.S. expats, to help American tourists who can’t get to an embassy after their trips have taken an unpredictable turn down an unimaginable road.
By Andrea Sachs  •  Read more »
 

Tuesday, November 29, 2016

Silence | official trailer (2016)


Published on Nov 22, 2016
Martin Scorsese’s SILENCE tells the story of two Christian missionaries (Andrew Garfield and Adam Driver) who face the ultimate test of faith when they travel to Japan in search of their missing mentor (Liam Neeson) – at a time when Christianity was outlawed and their presence forbidden.
The celebrated director's 28-year journey to bring Shusaku Endo’s 1966 acclaimed novel to life will be in theaters this Christmas.
Director: Martin Scorsese
Screenplay by Jay Cocks & Martin Scorsese
Starring: Andrew Garfield, Adam Driver, Tadanobu Asano, Ciarán Hinds, and Liam Neeson

Thursday, November 17, 2016

Sunday, October 30, 2016

Tokyo Tower Gigapixel Panorama

http://www.360gigapixels.com/tokyo-tower-panorama-photo/index.html#-81.46,3.99,56.1

Saturday, May 28, 2016

FUJI/SONIC FACE-OFF


OUT NOW: SOUND OF SUMMER


FUJI/SONIC FACE-OFF

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Friday, May 27, 2016

Hiroshima Survivor Cries, and Obama Gives Him a Hug

At Hiroshima Memorial, Obama Says Nuclear Arms Require 'Moral Revolution'

By GARDINER HARRIS

"Technological progress without an equivalent progress in human institutions can doom us," said Mr. Obama, the first sitting American president to visit the city.
President Obama embraced Shigeaki Mori, a survivor of the Hiroshima attack, after his speech on Friday.
Hiroshima Survivor Cries, and Obama Gives Him a Hug

By JONATHAN SOBLE

Shigeaki Mori, who was 8 when the United States dropped the bomb, spent decades researching the fates of American P.O.W.s killed in Hiroshima.
Sunao Tsuboi, co-chairperson of the Japan Confederation of A- and H-Bomb Sufferers Organizations and a survivor the the Hiroshima atom bomb, in Hiroshima, Japan, on Wednesday.
Survivors Recount Horrors of Hiroshima and Nagasaki

By MOTOKO RICH

More than 120,000 people who lived through the atomic bombings in 1945 are still alive. Several survivors shared their stories, and thoughts about the president's visit.
. Times Readers' Advice for Obama in Hiroshima: Focus on a Nuclear-Free Future
Workers unloaded a B53 nuclear bomb in February 2011. The B53, one of the longest-lived and highest-yield nuclear weapons in the United States arsenal, was dismantled by the Department of Energy's National Nuclear Security Administration.
Reduction of Nuclear Arsenal Has Slowed Under Obama, Report Finds

By WILLIAM J. BROAD

As President Obama prepares to visit Hiroshima, Japan, a new census from the Pentagon details the administration's efforts to dismantle warheads.

Thursday, May 26, 2016

Fear Sharpens in Japan

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The Atomic Bomb Dome in the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park on Wednesday.
Fear Sharpens in Japan That Hiroshima's Lessons Are Fading

By JONATHAN SOBLE

As President Obama prepares to visit, the Asian country's aversion to war is being challenged by a conservative movement led by Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.
The Hiroshima Peace Memorial on Tuesday.
At Hiroshima, Obama Faces Difficult Choices

By MOTOKO RICH

More than 70 years later, the bombing still evokes powerful emotions and the visit will not make everyone happy.
President Obama and Prime Minister Shinzo Abe visited the Ise Shrine in Ise, Japan, on Thursday.
Obama, in Japan, Emphasizes Lingering Threat of Nuclear War

By GARDINER HARRIS

The president said that Hiroshima was not just a reminder of the toll of World War II, but also that "that the job's not done in reducing conflict."
Okinawa Murder Case Tests U.S.-Japan Ties Before Obama Visit

By RICK GLADSTONE

The arrest of an American in connection with the killing of a Japanese woman has escalated into a crisis that may complicate the Pentagon's operations in Okinawa.

Sunday, May 22, 2016

‘Tokyo Fish Story’

‘Tokyo Fish Story’ Examines Art of Sushi at Old Globe

James Saito (left) as Koji and Tim Chiou as Takashi in "Tokyo Fish Story."  Photo by Jim CoxA new play at The Old Globe examines the art of sushi and the importance of work, legacy and perfection in a legendary Tokyo restaurant. Playwright Kimber Lee’s “Tokyo Fish Story” recalls on stage the 2011 documentary “Jiro Dreams of Sushi” about a tiny restaurant considered the finest in Tokyo. In her play, master sushi chef Koji […] 

Friday, May 20, 2016

A Song for Nagasaki

A brilliant flash.
 
A wall of fire and smoke.
 
And death. 70,000 dead.
And yet, Dr. Takashi Nagai, who survived the bombing of Nagasaki,
found hope in the ruins.
In this inspirational DVD, you'll learn:
  • why the Japanese Emperor visited Dr. Nagai in his cottage.
  • how Dr. Nagai abandoned atheism for Catholicism
  • why Dr. Nagai is considered a national hero in Japan
  • how in the rubble of Nagasaki Dr. Nagai found All That Remains
  • the cause for Nagai's sainthood is open and he is currently a "Servant of God"
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If you haven't read A Song for Nagasaki,
you'll want to order this book as well.
In A Song for Nagasaki Father Paul Glynn writes a riveting biography of the holy man of Nagasaki. He also provides historical background on Nagai's family, the history of Japan and glimpses into Japanese culture that will help you to better understand Catholicism in Japan.
 
As an added bonus, the book contains artwork by Dr. Nagai and pictures from his life.
 
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All That Remains and A Song for Nagasaki will provide you with inspiration and food for thought about the morality of war, the good that God takes from horrible situations and how a Catholic doctor became a national hero and his book a national bestseller in a country with less than 2% Christian population.
For a limited time only save 20%* on All That Remains and A Song for Nagasaki with coupon code ATR16 at checkout.
Join Ignatius Press, Steve and Janet Ray and special guest
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Itō Jakuchū’s celebration of life

http://metropolisjapan.com/perfect-beauty-like-the-void/

Friday, April 22, 2016

Tokyo's best burger mysteries revealed


 

 

OUT NOW: 

BURGER SHE WROTE


Tokyo's best burger mysteries revealed

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Friday, April 01, 2016

HELP WANTED: Editor for Stripes community publications

https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/426402500/

Editor for Stripes community publications

the independent daily newspaper devoted to covering the U.S. military, 
is seeking an editor for its community papers and magazines.

Position is based in Tokyo
To apply, visit www.usajobs.gov
(Job announcement number: FENAFFC161599116SR)

Tuesday, March 29, 2016

Snow monkey goes to Tokyo

スノーモンキー東京へ行く/Snow monkey goes to Tokyo

Sunday, March 27, 2016

“Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department 24”


Titled “Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department 24,” the video features over 1,000 active policemen from various departments and actors playing the roles of criminals, victims and political figures. It introduces the work of different police departments, starting from street patrol and police box duties to security police and counter terrorism units.

Wednesday, March 09, 2016

Why God allowed tsunami in Japan?

神様はなぜ津波を?


東日本大震災への災害支援を通じて見た事、学んだ事を、クリスチャンとしての視点から
­映しました。インタビューに協力してくれた方に感謝。本当に大変な試練の中にある被災­ 者のかた、たくさんの事を学ばせていただきました。

Thank you for all who participated on the video interview. This is a personal video project to help some of us answer the big question. "Why God allowed tsunami to occur". I made this video from my Christian perspective.

Friday, March 04, 2016

Metropolis Newsletter - March 4, 2016


 

 

OUT NOW: The Mask

The many faces of Bidou Yamaguchi

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Wednesday, February 17, 2016

"Did not our hearts burn within us"

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"Did not our hearts burn within us" is what we can report from San Diego where up to 150 people related to Japan-Higashi Kurume-CAJ assembled for three days in the sun/son. We've changed the date on the welcome letter and now please read it as our best report. For a fuller report we suggest you call one of the committee members printed in the welcome letter copied for you here.

Thursday, January 28, 2016

METROPOLIS - FEBRUARY 2016


NEW ISSUE OUT NOW! FEBRUARY 2016


David Bowie

"Look Up Here, I'm in Heaven"
1947–2016

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