TICAD V: The Fifth Tokyo International Conference on African Development
On June 1st-3rd,
the Fifth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD V) was held in Yokohama. Attended by a record 4,500 participants from 51 African countries and represenatives of 74 international and regional organizations, the conference strengthened Japan's partnership with Africa and resulted in a resolution to "promote transformative, resilient and inclusive growth across Africa." 
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U.S.-Japan Council Japan Symposium
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U.S.-Japan Council Chairman Thomas Iino, Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida, USJC President Irene Hirano Inouye, and USJC Board of Directors Member Ernest Higa at the Japan Symposium. Courtesy: U.S. Japan Council |
Top business executives, government officials and non-profit leaders convened at the U.S.-Japan Council Japan Symposium focused on investing in the next generation of leaders from Japan and the United States. Speakers included Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida, U.S. Ambassador to Japan John Roos and Fast Retailing Chairman, President & CEO Tadashi Yanai. The symposium also featured a special tribute to the late Senator Daniel K. Inouye.
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JUSEC Seeking Executive Director
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Anime Expo in Los Angeles
Anime Expo is being held July 4 - 7, 2013, at the Los Angeles Convention Center. It is currently the largest anime and manga convention in North America. It features panel presentations, concerts, a fashion show, karaoke, programming sessions, tabletop gaming, cosplay, and premier events.
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Your Uplifting Message!
Have your greetings or message incorporated into the design of the Epsilon Launch Vehicle (Epsilon-1) scheduled to go up this summer! Your brief message (40 characters) can be sent to JAXA via e-mail to become a part of the design of the Epsilon-1 itself!
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RoboCars!
 Autonomously driving cars are moving closer to the market in Japan with the release of a model designed for experimental use on roadways, and lots of ongoing research by Japanese auto makers. More details here: |
World's Largest Robotics Trade Show 
The biannual International Robot Exhibition in Japan has opened their registration for participation and exhibition in their world-leading trade show--everything from future home-helper prototypes to industrial welding robots will be on display--a growing sector with no end in sight!
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Check out our community calendar!
JAPAN RELATED EVENTS FOR SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA & ARIZONA
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Aurora All-USA High School Japanese Speech Contest
The Japanese Language Scholarship (Aurora) Foundation, in conjunction with Consulate General of Japan in Los Angeles and the American Association of Teachers of Japanese, held its Tenth Annual Japanese Language Scholarship Foundation All-USA High School Japanese Speech Contest Saturday, May 25th, 2013.
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MEXT Scholarship Applications for 2013 -- deadline June 12th
The MEXT Undergraduate Scholarship, Research Student Scholarship, and Specialized Training Scholarship application periods are now open. All applications must be received (not postmarked) by June 12th, 2013. For more information, please see our website or contact the Scholarship Desk at (213) 617-6700x309
34or mext@ls.mofa.go.jp.
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Beer and Sake Festival in San Diego
 Join us for the 11th Annual Beer & Sake Festival. The Japan Society's Beer & Sake Festival is a popular and fast-growing charity tasting event featuring local restaurants serving sumptuous appetizers and breweries pouring tasty beers and sakes. For those 21 and over.
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Travel to Japan this Summer!
Japan has rebounded in tourism and affordability. Visit us and see all the reasons Japan is the place to visit this year. Follow the link to "Affordable Japan" and get a glimpse of landscapes, food, inns, and events--all in your budget. 
Reopening of Kabukiza
Kabukiza has reopened in the heart of Tokyo following a major renovation! Come see our traditional theater on a new stage!
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Asia America Symphony Orchestra
On June 29, 2013 the JACCC and the Asia America Symphony Association (AASA) welcome back to their stage the great band Hiroshima. The Orchestra will play music from great American composers, and Hiroshima will play many of the favorites that they have created and played over the years.
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TAIKOPROJECT Presents Rythmic Relations 2013
 This year's event TAIKOPROJECT event at the Ford Amphitheatre features the first collaboration between TAIKOPROJECT and top Middle Eastern percussionist Amir Sofi. Sofi's powerful percussion instrument known as the darbuka (goblet drum) complements TAIKOPROJECT's crowd-pleasing traditional taiko drums, koto (Japanese harp) and custom-made marimbas. Kitsune Taiko, Loma Pacific Taiko, Tanuki Taiko and Bombu Taiko round out this innovative, hip-hop infused evening. |
San Diego Union-Tribune Reports on Japan's history
 After a visit to Japan, The San Diego Union Tribune's Peter Rowe reports on current views and efforts to commemorate Japan's 20th century history. |
Ministry of Foreign Affairs News
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