Prime Minister Shinzo Abe's Foreign Visits
In November, the prime minister attended the Group of 20 summit in Antalya,Turkey; Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation meetings in Manila, Philippines; and Association of Southeast Asian Nations talks in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
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G-20 in Antalya, Turkey
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APEC meetings
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ASEAN talks
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Embassy of Japan Seeks Entries for New Year's Card Contest
Get ready for the coming Year of the Monkey by entering the sixth annual New Year's Card Contest held by the Japan Information and Culture Center at the Embassy of Japan, Washington, D.C.
Designs must include either a monkey and/or the kanji for monkey found on the Zodiac animal calendar.
The deadline to enter is December 14.
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40th Anniversary of Cal State L.A.'s Japanese Studies Center
Consul General Horinouchi congratulated the Japanese Studies Center at California State University, Los Angeles in November as it commemorated its 40th anniversary with a ceremony, concert, and "Japan Week 2015."
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Giant Nebuta Float at Hollywood Christmas Parade
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On November 29th, parade-goers at this year's Hollywood Christmas Parade enjoyed the lights of the giant Nebuta Float.
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Go Little Tokyo Holiday Marketplace on Dec. 12-13
Skip the mall this year and head to the Go Little Tokyo Holiday Marketplace on Dec. 12-13 in the heart of Downtown L.A. Enjoy a weekend full of live entertainment, gift shopping, special promotions and free drawings from Little Tokyo's one-of-a-kind shops. Sample the neighborhood's authentic cuisine, take part in interactive art workshops for all ages and make new holiday memories with your friends and family in one of L.A.'s most historic and exciting communities!
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New Era for Japan's Aviation Industry!
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Credit: Mitsubishi Aircraft Corp. |
Competition in the mid-range, mid-sized passenger jet market is likely to get a little hotter with a new entry from Japan, which promises the most advanced avionics and 20% fuel savings.
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Robotic Construction Sites!
A scarcity of construction workers in Japan and a growing number of projects are stimulating Japan's global leadership in new projects aimed at fully automating heavy equipment at construction sites. Robotic bulldozers, perhaps coming your way soon!
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JAPAN RELATED EVENTS FOR SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA & ARIZONA
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Japan Stands With France
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida offered messages of condolence to their French counterparts in the wake of the terror attacks in Paris on Nov. 13.
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Messages of Sympathy After San Bernardino Shootings
Prime Minister Shinzo Abe sent a message to U.S. President Barack Obama expressing his condolences and sympathy following the terrorist incident in San Bernardino, CA on Dec. 2. Prime Minister Abe condemned the incident and stated that Japan will continue to cooperate with the United States and the international community to fight terrorism.
Foreign Minister Fumio Kishida also sent a message to U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry.
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Fall 2015 Decoration Conferred on Mr. Kelly Moeur
On Nov. 3, the Japanese government announced its Fall 2015 Decorations recipients. Mr. Kelly Moeur, Honorary Consul General of Japan in Phoenix, was awarded from within our jurisdiction.
The Conferment Ceremony for Mr. Moeur was held on Nov. 19 at the Japanese Friendship Garden of Phoenix.
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Consul General's Commendation Conferred on Mr. Yasuo Kumoda
On Nov. 17, the Consulate General conferred the
Commendation of the Consul General on Mr. Yasuo Kumoda, Chairman of Super Frec U.S.A., Inc.
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Celebrate New Year's in Little Tokyo!
The New Year's holidays, or oshogatsu, is an important time of the year in Japan. Little Tokyo offers many events to mark the Japanese new year. Please join us to celebrate the Year of the Monkey at various sites throughout Little Tokyo!
Here are just a few places and events to visit:
The Japanese American Cultural & Community Center offers a Children's Oshogatsu Workshop, its 18th Annual Shikishi Exhibition, and the Kotohajime performance as part of its New Year's festivities.
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The Japanese American National Museum will hold its 2016 Oshogatsu Family Festival on Sunday, January 3. Come celebrate the new year with crafts, food, cultural activities and performances!
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17th Annual Japanese New Year's Oshogatsu Festival in Little Tokyo will feature art & entertainment at venues around Little Tokyo. Watch for performances at the Weller Court Shopping Center, Japanese Village Plaza and the Frances Hashimoto Plaza.
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Calling All Haiku Poets in Arizona!
Calling all prospective poets to join the 2nd Annual Haiku Expo 2016 poetry contest! Entry is free and open to residents of Arizona. All children, students and adults are encouraged to submit up to 3 Arizona inspired Haiku poems. The submission deadline is January 31, 2016 midnight.
The Haiku expo will be held as part of the Arizona Matsuri, scheduled for Feb. 27-28 in downtown Phoenix, AZ.
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Japan Pavilion Wins Best Exhibition Prize at World Expo!
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Showcasing Japan's sustainability in technology, architecture , foods and other areas, Japan's Pavilion at the World Expo in Milan won the gold prize and the acclaim of visitors who waited in line for up to 10 hours to enter.
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Destinations
Travel to Japan!!
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.
A Big City View
Fantastic Destinations
Up and Down the Coast
Special Events of the Season
Click links for budget-friendly airfare, food, inns and events.
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Happy Holidays!
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