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Japan America Society of Minnesota Japan America Society of Minnesota The Tsūshin is a membership publication of the Japan America Society of Minnesota April 2016 VOL. 25, No. 4 311 Kizuna Event Informs and Builds Hope for Tohoku Recovery J-Quiz Winners Ready to Face National Japan Bowl! High school students from all over the United States— including three excellent teams representing Minnesota (Eastview High School, Edina High School, Southwest High School)—will meet in Washington, D.C. for the 2016 National Japan Bowl on April 14th and 15th. The winners of 2016 J-Quiz include: Yingyi Zhou, Kayla Cha, Amelia Li (Level 2, Eastview High School); Monica Evelyn Pinkerman, Leif Rolfson, Catherine Ying Young (Level 3, Edina High School); Isabella Broome Gold, Taylor Anne Nelson, Devon Clark Olson (Level 4, Southwest High School). The teachers will also go with the From Left to Right: Mr. Shirakura from Consulate General of Japan in teams who were given the opportunity to participate in the Chicago, Mr. Stahl Honorary Consul of Japan, Mr. Takasago of the National Japan Bowl. In addition to the competition, the students Miyagi Prefectural Government, Mr. Ohyama of IRIS U.S.A. Inc., Mr. will explore the magnificent capital of the nation. Olvera of Atkins Nuclear Solutions, U.S., Mr. Mondale, Board Member The National Japan Bowl is an academic competition of JASM, Mr. Soné of JETRO-Chicago that challenges high school students’ proficiency in Japanese On Thursday, March 10th JASM presented an event in language as well as knowledge of Japan. In addition to the Japan cooperation with JETRO (Japan External Trade Organization) Bowl itself, competitors are also invited to participate a variety Chicago, and the Consulate of Chicago to commemorate the 5th of cultural activities. On April 16th, the students will visit the anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake and Tsunami. Sakura Matsuri that will take place on the streets of Washington People. The event was held at Macalester College and included a D.C.. These events not only serve to familiarize students with buffet lunch. Japanese culture and language, but also strengthen the long- The theme of the event was entitled “Creating a New standing connection between U.S. and Japan through our next Tohoku: Firsthand Observations on its Recovery and an Update generation. on the Economy on the 5th Anniversary of the Great East Japan Last year, students reported that “it was great to see so Earthquake and Tsunami”. Presentations were given by speakers many people that were interested in Japan” and students felt some from Sendai and the Miyagi Prefectural government telling energized to advance in their Japanese studies. This year’s of the catastrophic destruction of the earthquake and the work of students wrote the following comments: many volunteers who have helped in the reconstruction of the areas affected in Tohoku. I feel moderately prepared but, I feel really nervous and Ichiro Sone, Chief Executive Director of JETRO not ready. The reasoning for this is because I have heard that Chicago spoke about the reconstruction efforts that have been there were really good states such as California and where most made in the Tohoku region. Mr. Sone mentioned that while some states have Japanese people. I think my team and I will do at people in the hardest hit areas are still in temporary housing least better than one state we hope. I plan on preparing for this there has been considerable progress. 70% of the 470,000 competition everyday and hoping for the best. Even if we don't people evacuated have been able to return to their communities. win, I like the experience of being in a state competition. JETRO, through its offices both in Japan and in the U.S., is - Kayla Cha promoting Tohoku as an excellent place for U.S. business (Continued on Page 2) activity by encouraging U.S. industries to consider the Tohoku area as a region worthy of investment and innovation. Akihiro Ohyama, President and CEO of IRIS U.S.A. Inc., told the story of his company headquarters in Sendai where the employees voluntarily returned to work, some of them walking long distances because of the disruption of train and bus services. The workers were prepared to work, but the company suspended normal operations, and instead, the employees began serving as volunteers to provide assistance to the community in response to the earthquake and tsunami. The IRIS Co. Ltd. in Sendai has grown in business and manufactures many innovative consumer products, including a rice mix that is easily transported and retains its delicious taste even after long term storage. The winning teams of 2016 J-Quiz meeting at JASM office (Continued on Page 3) J-Quiz Winners Ready to Face National Japan Bowl! (Continued From Page 1) Nichibei Lecture Series: Rochus K. Voeller, MD Concerning the National Japan Bowl, I feel very calm The purpose of the despite the huge challenge that is facing us. I know my team JASM Nichibei Lecture Series by well and even though we each have our weak points, our team the Professional Club is to work has led us to this moment and that won’t let us down. The provide the Japanophile three of us are studying and community with unique preparing as best as we can opportunities to hear local since this is our first time to professional people and artists Japan Bowl. I don’t know the share their expertise, experience exact study plans of my team and knowledge, and build a mates, but I am focusing on my network of friendship that speaking skills as well as contributes to our enjoyment of knowing as much information life in Minnesota. on the topics of this year. ミネソタ日米協会のプロ Thankfully we have great フェッショナル・クラブによる日 friends and teachers to help us 米レクシャー・シリーズでは、 practice for individual 様々な分野の専門家や芸術家から、ここでの暮らしに役に立つ Winner of the J-Quiz last year segments of the competition 興味ある話や経験を聴く機会を提供すると同時に、親日家の皆 and increase our chances of coaching this year’s winners from さんが集まり、友人、知人の輪を広げ、生活をより楽しくする Eastview High School before winning. Even through all of National Japan Bowl this I’m calm because I know ことを目的としています。 that we are all together in this. If anything I’m excited to show For this Nichibei Lecture Series, JASM welcomes Dr. off my skills and the support I have from my friends and Rochus K. Voeller, MD who will talk about “open heart teachers. surgery and prevention of heart disease”. - Monica Pinkerman Thursday, May 19 at 7:00pm. Location will be advised I am excited about the National Japan Bowl because it will be very fun to travel together with my teammates and Rochus K. Voeller, MD: compete at the national level. At the same time though, I am After receiving his Doctor of Medicine degree from also very nervous because to prepare for this we have received the University of Minnesota Medical School, Dr. Voeller a lot of help and support from many people and I am very completed his general surgery residency and a cardiothoracic thankful because without them we would not be as nearly as surgery fellowship at Washington University School of successful as we are. This also puts a lot of pressure on us to Medicine, Barnes-Jewish Hospital. Since 2012, he has been do well so that all our combined efforts will not go to waste. on staff at Regions Hospital, St. Paul, MN as a Cardiovascular We are all studying hard in order to be prepared for the and Thoracic Surgeon. National Japan Bowl. I wish everyone the best of luck ! Thank Dr. Voeller serves as the Director of Cardiothoracic you. Surgery, Fairview Southdale Hospital and Associate Program - Amelia Li and FVSH Site Director, Thoracic Surgery Fellowship For most high school students from Minnesota, Training Program. In this role, he conducts clinical winning a trip to the capital is an unforgettable experience for effectiveness studies to enhance the safety, quality and patient life. Let’s wish them the best luck in the National Japan Bowl! experience of patients undergoing cardiothoracic surgery, while working on control cost of care by minimizing unneeded variation and improving efficiency and effectiveness. (taken Harukaze “Sign of Spring” from University of Minnesota Department of Surgery) JASM is pleased to welcome Dr. Voeller as the The Japan America Society of Minnesota speaker for the Nichibei lecture series in May! hopes to serve as a bridge between the peoples of the United States and Japan through a high quality annual performing arts event that promotes Japan related arts Membership News and local talent. The event will give the Thanks to the following community the unique opportunity to Renewing JASM Members: experience the arts in a personal way. This Setsuko Rittmiller, Richard T Kushino year, we will welcome both Japanese and American musicians to perform European music as well as Thanks to the following Japanese children's songs (nursey rhymes). Please save the date New JASM Members: for this wonderful concert. Peter Hill, Zach Luther, Hideaki Watanabe, Sheryl Hogg, Carin Manbeck, Heather Stewart Date: Fee: Sunday, June 12st $10 for JASM members Thanks to the following Renewing JASM Corporate Members: Schedule: $15 for general 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM admission Daikin Applied Location: $5 for 18 and under Thanks to the following Hamline University Tickets will be available New Corporate Members: Sundin Music Hall online 1531 Hewitt Ave, St. Paul JK’s Table 311 Kizuna Event Informs and Builds Hope for Tohoku Recovery Please thank our members with your support! (Continued from Page 1) Corporate Benefactor Members Yoshiyuki Takasago, Deputy Director-General Daikin Applied of the Miyagi Prefectural Government also gave a Delta Airlines, Inc.
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