Sanchez Promotes U.S.- Japan Trade, Investment
May 20 - The Commerce Department's top official for international trade, Under Secretary Francisco Sanchez, visited Tokyo to promote the vital economic ties between the U.S. and Japan.
Recognizing Dr. Shigeaki Hinohara's Century of Work
May 15 - Dr. Shigeaki Hinohara, who is 101 years old, recently visited the Ambassador's residence where he was recognized for his contributions to U.S.-Japan friendship during the 20th and 21st centuries.
American View Now Online with a New Design
May 14 - The U.S. Embassy in Tokyo is proud to announce a new design for our "American View" online magazine, which features thought-provoking articles on people-to-people exchanges, videos and interviews.
West Japan Import Fair Highlights U.S. Products
May 9 - The U.S. Consulate in Fukuoka supported local importers of U.S. products at the West Japan Import Fair 2013 on May 2 in Kitakyushu. The American section featured food-importer Jimbo Company and Jerry's Popcorn. The five-day event drew an estimated 50,000 visitors.
Wendy's Burger Special Boosts TOMODACHI
May 1 - Ambassador Roos on April 26 joined Ernie Higa of Wendy's Japan to launch the new Wendy's TOMODACHI Burger to promote youth exchanges and U.S.-Japan friendship. For the next six weeks Wendy's will contribute 20% of TOMODACHI Burger sales to the TOMODACHI Initiative.
Secretary Kerry Delivers Major Policy Speech
April 15 - During his speech at Tokyo Institute of Technology, Secretary of State John Kerry reaffirmed America's commitment to further enhance economic, security, and strategic ties in the Asia-Pacific region.
News from the Embassy
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Oklahoma Tornado Disaster - How You Can Help
May 22 - The Oklahoma City area was hit with a massive tornado on Monday. Rescue efforts are under way now. People interested in helping are urged to send donations of cash to one of the responding charities. [More]
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Energy Dept. Authorizes Second Facility to Export LNG to Japan
May 20 - The Energy Department has conditionally authorized Freeport LNG Expansion to export domestically produced liquefied natural gas to non-FTA countries including Japan. Freeport LNG could export as much as 1.4 billion cubic feet of natural gas per day over the next 20 years.
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Deputy Secretary of State Burns Talks With NHK
May 2 - On his recent visit to Tokyo, Deputy Secretary of State William Burns gave an interview to NHK in which he spoke about U.S.-Japan-China relations. [Transcript]
In the News
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Embassy Tokyo Breaks Ground: Community Garden in the World's Largest Metropolis
April 22 - The Embassy's Green Team and Facilities Management teamed up on Earth Day to inaugurate a community garden project at the Embassy housing compound, with Ms Susie Roos breaking ground for the first of 10 garden plots. More »
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State Department Releases Human Rights Report for 2012
April 22 - Secretary of State John Kerry said, "These reports send a very clear message that all governments have a responsibility to protect universal human rights, and they help to blaze a path forward for places where those rights are either threatened or denied." More »
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Secretary of State Kerry Offers Condolences for Bombing Victims at the Boston Marathon
April 19 - "The entire State Department family joins President Obama in offering our deepest condolences and sympathies to the families and loved ones of all those killed and injured in the April 15 attacks in Boston." [How to Help]
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Negotiators Discuss 21st Century Issues for Trans-Pacific Partnership
April 4 - Twenty-first century issues in the Trans-Pacific Partnership were the topic at a panel discussion hosted in Washington March 28 by the Washington International Trade Association. More »
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Children Plant 100 Dogwood Trees in Yokohama for International Friendship
March 29 - The Friendship Blossoms initiative commemorates Japan's gift of cherry trees to the U.S. 100 years ago with the donation of dogwood trees this year. Ambassador Roos was in Yokohama where children planted 100 of the new trees. More »
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Release of the 2012 Trafficking in Persons Report
June 20 - The year 2012 marks the 150th anniversary of the Emancipation Proclamation, but a century and a half later, many men, women, and children continue to live in modern-day slavery through the scourge of trafficking in persons. This year's Trafficking in Persons Report focuses on how to make victim protection - part of the 3P Paradigm of prevention, prosecution, and protection - most effective for helping survivors get their lives back on track.
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