Jan 16
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Celebrating Global Connections: Embracing the Spirit of Osaka Expo 2025

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Today, while walking from Osaka Station towards Midosuji, a piece of handwritten note caught my eye on a utility pole. It was a message written by a little girl about the upcoming Osaka Expo 2025.

The note in Japanese

“Through the Expo, I want to make foreign friends! ”
Name: Caramel.”

Despite the prevalent negative media about the Expo, actually I am genuinely excited about the Osaka Expo 2025 like this girl.

I believe it will be a platform where new friendships are forged among people from all around the world.

Even my employees echo the sentiment, saying, “I am looking forward to it.”

#OsakaExpo2025 #GlobalFriendship #Unity #WorldExpo #CulturalExchange #Community #GlobalUnity #NewBeginnings #Excitement #LookingForward #ChildrensPerspective #InspirationalThoughts #ConnectingWorlds #ExpoCountdown #CulturalDiversity

Jan 14
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Reflecting on the Noto Peninsula Earthquake: A Call for Immediate Action and Support

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On January 1st, an earthquake struck the Noto Peninsula in Ishikawa Prefecture. Our company, Dios, considered volunteering from Osaka to the affected area on January 5th.

However, due to a notice on the Ishikawa Prefecture’s website advising against volunteer visits to prevent traffic congestion, we had to abandon our plans to enter the disaster zone.

The Governor of Ishikawa, who advised against volunteer visits, has yet to visit the affected area of Wajima as of January 14th.

Prime Minister Kishida postponed his visit to the disaster site due to bad weather and only made his first appearance there today, January 14th.

Meanwhile, victims in the disaster area are desperately calling for help.

The Self-Defense Forces are doing their utmost on the ground, but without direct orders from the government, they are unable to take autonomous action.

Furthermore, it has been discovered that more than half of Shika Nuclear Power Plant’s power sources are damaged, putting it in an extremely perilous state.

#IshikawaEarthquake #JapanDisasterResponse #VolunteerSupport #DisasterZone #NotoPeninsula #ShikaNuclearPower #SelfDefenseForces #GovernmentAccountability #CrisisManagement #CommunitySupport #PublicSafety #EmergencyServices #DisasterRelief #HumanitarianAid #NuclearSafety #EarthquakePreparedness #RiskReduction #InfrastructureDamage #NaturalDisasters #CivicDuty #SolidarityInCrisis #UrgentAssistance #SafetyFirst

Jan 13
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Reflecting on the Visionary Efforts of Kochi’s Governor During the 1947 Nankai Trough Earthquake

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In these three photographs, you can witness a historical moment from the 1947 Nankai Trough earthquake, captured in a film produced by Naomi Nishimura, the then-governor of Kochi Prefecture in Japan.

The inscription in Japanese reads, “This film was produced to prepare for a disaster expected to occur about 100 years later. Governor of Kochi Prefecture, Naomi Nishimura 1974 March.”

I believe that Governor Nishimura was a person of remarkable foresight. His intention with this documentary film was likely to reduce the number of casualties in future Nankai Trough earthquakes. Essentially, it serves as a message to us in the present day.

His proactive approach to disaster preparedness and his commitment to educating future generations showcase a remarkable level of responsibility and foresight. This film not only serves as a crucial historical record but also as a timeless reminder of the importance of preparedness for natural disasters.

#NankaiTroughEarthquake #DisasterPreparedness #HistoricalDocumentary #Foresight #Legacy #KochiPrefecture #GovernorNaoyoshiNishimura #EarthquakeAwareness #PublicSafety #CommunityResilience

Jan 11
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Taiwan’s Heartwarming Response to Noto Peninsula Earthquake

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On January 1st, following the Noto Peninsula earthquake, the Taiwan government offered to send an international rescue team to the affected areas in Japan. This offer was declined by the Japanese government, a response that might normally cause disappointment.

However, what happened next was truly remarkable. Many Taiwanese citizens started donating relief funds through convenience store ATMs. Astoundingly, the total amount has reached approximately 480 million yen and continues to grow.

As a resident of Japan, I am deeply moved by the leadership shown by Taiwanese officials. It would be challenging even within Japan to raise such a significant amount so rapidly.

Importantly, this funding did not come from the Taiwanese government but was a collection of small contributions from ordinary Taiwanese citizens. This act of generosity speaks volumes about the spirit of the Taiwanese people.

President Tsai Ing-wen of Taiwan sent a heartwarming message saying, “Japan’s crisis is Taiwan’s crisis. Taiwan and Japan are like family, always supporting each other.
Stay strong, Japan!”

#TaiwanSupport #JapanRelief #NotoPeninsulaEarthquake #Solidarity #InternationalAid #CommunitySupport #Compassion #Leadership #TsaiIngWen #StayStrongJapan