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TW Social: What We Got Up To in May 2020
Photographer Benjamin Lee with architect Kengo Kuma collaborating on an ongoing project for the last three years with Yomiuri Newspaper and Discover Japan.
Photographer Benjamin Lee with architect Kengo Kuma collaborating on an ongoing project for the last three years with Yomiuri Newspaper and Discover Japan.
TW Social: What We Got Up To in May 2020
Family Umewaka: Madeleine, Soraya and Naotomo Umewaka, enjoying some time at Arisugawa-no-miya Memorial Park (Miniamiazabu). Madeleine Umewaka: “Stay strong, we will go through this together, as a family and as a community.”
Family Umewaka: Madeleine, Soraya and Naotomo Umewaka, enjoying some time at Arisugawa-no-miya Memorial Park (Miniamiazabu). Madeleine Umewaka: “Stay strong, we will go through this together, as a family and as a community.”
TW Social: What We Got Up To in May 2020
Artist Naoya Inose at his exhibition “Romantic Depression” at THE CLUB at Ginza Six with the Managing Director Yukako Yamashita. “I believe that art has the power to heal the human mind and bring together people from different countries, backgrounds and generations. Let’s use our art and creativity to think of new ways of coming together and staying strong.”
Artist Naoya Inose at his exhibition “Romantic Depression” at THE CLUB at Ginza Six with the Managing Director Yukako Yamashita. “I believe that art has the power to heal the human mind and bring together people from different countries, backgrounds and generations. Let’s use our art and creativity to think of new ways of coming together and staying strong.”
TW Social: What We Got Up To in May 2020
Japanese calligrapher Osamu Okumura and Keiko Kawashima, producer at Imperial Hotel. Keiko Kawashima: “We have been working to make people happy through arts and culture, and supporting handicapped artists. We hope to share the healing and joy of arts and music. Keep smiling and enjoy life. See you soon!”
Japanese calligrapher Osamu Okumura and Keiko Kawashima, producer at Imperial Hotel. Keiko Kawashima: “We have been working to make people happy through arts and culture, and supporting handicapped artists. We hope to share the healing and joy of arts and music. Keep smiling and enjoy life. See you soon!”
TW Social: What We Got Up To in May 2020
Film and TV producer Daniel L. Smith, producer Eriko Jones and TV talent and musician Benjamin Skepper after their meeting at Smith’s Aurora Borealis Entertainment office in Roppongi. Daniel L. Smith: “It is difficult to meet safely during the Covid-19 pandemic, but we are managing cautiously.” Smith says the anticipated launch of the company’s new “Backstage Pass” celebrity oriented TV program is slated for August 1, 2020.
Film and TV producer Daniel L. Smith, producer Eriko Jones and TV talent and musician Benjamin Skepper after their meeting at Smith’s Aurora Borealis Entertainment office in Roppongi. Daniel L. Smith: “It is difficult to meet safely during the Covid-19 pandemic, but we are managing cautiously.” Smith says the anticipated launch of the company’s new “Backstage Pass” celebrity oriented TV program is slated for August 1, 2020.
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Dale Toriumi of National Azabu with store manager Ms Takahashi. Dale Toriumi: “The health and safety of our visiting clients are our highest priority - we do everything in obeying social distancing rules and recommendations by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. We are hopeful that this difficult period for all of us is soon over and we look forward to welcoming our clients.”
Dale Toriumi of National Azabu with store manager Ms Takahashi. Dale Toriumi: “The health and safety of our visiting clients are our highest priority - we do everything in obeying social distancing rules and recommendations by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. We are hopeful that this difficult period for all of us is soon over and we look forward to welcoming our clients.”
TW Social: What We Got Up To in May 2020
The Greek Ambassador Constantin Cakioussis and his wife Ioanna Giannakarou enjoying afternoon coffee at the ambassador’s residence. The embassy is being run on shifts and all the staff are encouraged to walk at least an hour a day outside.
The Greek Ambassador Constantin Cakioussis and his wife Ioanna Giannakarou enjoying afternoon coffee at the ambassador’s residence. The embassy is being run on shifts and all the staff are encouraged to walk at least an hour a day outside.
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The Irish Ambassador Paul Kavanagh and wife Rosemary on the terrace at the ambassador’s residence. Staying at home has meant much more time to catch up on reading, keeping in contact with their sons and relatives, and taking long walks (all while practicing social distancing). The embassy has been ramping up cultural events and seminars through streaming sites.
The Irish Ambassador Paul Kavanagh and wife Rosemary on the terrace at the ambassador’s residence. Staying at home has meant much more time to catch up on reading, keeping in contact with their sons and relatives, and taking long walks (all while practicing social distancing). The embassy has been ramping up cultural events and seminars through streaming sites.
TW Social: What We Got Up To in May 2020
The Belgian Ambassador Roxane de Bilderling with husband Stephane and sons (from left) Peter, Martin and William playing a game of Clue at their residence. Other than playing board games and putting together large jigsaw puzzles, the family enjoys taking walks around the neighborhood, cooking and playing charades.
The Belgian Ambassador Roxane de Bilderling with husband Stephane and sons (from left) Peter, Martin and William playing a game of Clue at their residence. Other than playing board games and putting together large jigsaw puzzles, the family enjoys taking walks around the neighborhood, cooking and playing charades.
TW Social: What We Got Up To in May 2020
NCY Japan National General Secretary Tsutomu Taguchi with Italian Ambassador Giorgio Starace and wife Matelda Starace, at the Italian Embassy. Tsutomu Taguchi: “Our work is very important to us even in these times of coronavirus. We make an effort to obey social distancing rules and help the most in need - children. Stay connected, even when apart. The YMCA is always there for you.”
NCY Japan National General Secretary Tsutomu Taguchi with Italian Ambassador Giorgio Starace and wife Matelda Starace, at the Italian Embassy. Tsutomu Taguchi: “Our work is very important to us even in these times of coronavirus. We make an effort to obey social distancing rules and help the most in need - children. Stay connected, even when apart. The YMCA is always there for you.”
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Dewi Sukarno at her private residence. She has been keeping busy redecorating her walls, taking care of her orchids, and keeping the house in check. She asks TW readers to combat this virus by staying at home, wearing masks when outside and thoroughly washing hands.
Dewi Sukarno at her private residence. She has been keeping busy redecorating her walls, taking care of her orchids, and keeping the house in check. She asks TW readers to combat this virus by staying at home, wearing masks when outside and thoroughly washing hands.
TW Social: What We Got Up To in May 2020
Official Hospitality House and hosts of the English Olympic team, F&B Director Arn Moorcroft and GM Martin Fluck of GlobalTreehouse Inc. at AoyamaTreehouse in Kita Aoyama. Arn Moorcroft: “Our approach with the reopening of the Arbor restaurant is to fully focus on safety, sanitation and social distancing which we consider extremely important to ensure that high level of hygiene measures are met. We are very blessed having a large open space to make everyone feel comfortable and safe. We look forward to seeing and serving you all soon.”
Official Hospitality House and hosts of the English Olympic team, F&B Director Arn Moorcroft and GM Martin Fluck of GlobalTreehouse Inc. at AoyamaTreehouse in Kita Aoyama. Arn Moorcroft: “Our approach with the reopening of the Arbor restaurant is to fully focus on safety, sanitation and social distancing which we consider extremely important to ensure that high level of hygiene measures are met. We are very blessed having a large open space to make everyone feel comfortable and safe. We look forward to seeing and serving you all soon.”
TW Social: What We Got Up To in May 2020
City Council representative for Sumida-ku Noemi Inoue together with Sumida-ku Mayor Toru Yamamoto at the Azumabashi office. Noemi Inoue: “In Sumida-ku, we are working hard to support all people (including foreign residents) who are experiencing challenges from the Covid-19 pandemic. We hope that everything will be fine again across the nation and across the world. We are all in this together. Let’s keep supporting each other.”
City Council representative for Sumida-ku Noemi Inoue together with Sumida-ku Mayor Toru Yamamoto at the Azumabashi office. Noemi Inoue: “In Sumida-ku, we are working hard to support all people (including foreign residents) who are experiencing challenges from the Covid-19 pandemic. We hope that everything will be fine again across the nation and across the world. We are all in this together. Let’s keep supporting each other.”
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TV producer David Spector with his wife Kyoko Spector and film and TV producer Daniel L. Smith working on a breaking news story on TBS at David’s world HQs in Kioicho. Daniel L. Smith: “It seems every day more information is coming out about the possibility that the coronavirus might have been in Wuhan as far back as September and that thousands of military athletes participating in the Military World Games may have unknowingly been infected. Nearly 10,000 athletes, from 110 countries, participating in these games from October 16 to 27.”
TV producer David Spector with his wife Kyoko Spector and film and TV producer Daniel L. Smith working on a breaking news story on TBS at David’s world HQs in Kioicho. Daniel L. Smith: “It seems every day more information is coming out about the possibility that the coronavirus might have been in Wuhan as far back as September and that thousands of military athletes participating in the Military World Games may have unknowingly been infected. Nearly 10,000 athletes, from 110 countries, participating in these games from October 16 to 27.”
TW Social: What We Got Up To in May 2020
Romanian Ambassador Tatiana Iosiper at the Romanian Embassy. “The novel coronavirus crisis profoundly changed the way we work and interact with each other. Today our meetings take place via videoconferencing apps and we keep up with our friends using social media. We are grateful for all the hard work of the medical staff and for everyone’s cooperation that made possible the containment of the pandemic here in Japan, in Europe and around the world. Keep a positive attitude and stay safe!”
Romanian Ambassador Tatiana Iosiper at the Romanian Embassy. “The novel coronavirus crisis profoundly changed the way we work and interact with each other. Today our meetings take place via videoconferencing apps and we keep up with our friends using social media. We are grateful for all the hard work of the medical staff and for everyone’s cooperation that made possible the containment of the pandemic here in Japan, in Europe and around the world. Keep a positive attitude and stay safe!”
Source: Romanian Ambassador Tatiana Iosiper at the Romanian Embassy. “The novel coronavirus crisis profoundly changed the way we work and interact with each other. Today our meetings take place via videoconferencing apps and we keep up with our friends using social media. We are grateful for all the hard work of the medical staff and for everyone’s cooperation that made possible the containment of the pandemic here in Japan, in Europe and around the world. Keep a positive attitude and stay safe!”
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