tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13859796066587975902024-03-06T12:01:35.496-08:00American MishimaWhen Words Cut Deeper Than Swords
I write them down.
-Rosas2009lasamuraihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03049585161848495985noreply@blogger.comBlogger631125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1385979606658797590.post-90996454100660866952020-01-03T07:37:00.002-08:002020-01-03T07:37:32.550-08:00Happy 2020!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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あけまして おめでとう おめでとう!</div>
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Happy New Year! Reiwa 1, Year of the Rat.</div>
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As been our decade long tradition, we feature the Japanese Emperor on the first blogpost of every year. This being Reiwa 1, Emperor Naruhito now takes center stage with Empress Masako before a crowd the Imperial Household Agency estimates to be around 68,000 well-wishers. We hope this will be a successful year for you and yours as well as our own endeavors as we seek to offer our works in other languages. As we noted in our last blogpost, we at American Mishima have been very busy writing and promoting our books on top of raising two small children so our blogposts may be less frequent than in year's past but we do hope you check in from time to time. Thank you for all your love and support. Happy New Years!</div>
lasamuraihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03049585161848495985noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1385979606658797590.post-29502234891777100402019-10-22T07:57:00.001-07:002019-10-22T07:57:13.585-07:00Enthronement<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-weight: normal;">This week in Japan saw the new Reiwa Emperor Naruhito proclaim his Enthronement in a series of sacred Shinto rites that formalize his ascent </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">to the Chrysanthemum Throne. Like the Emeritus Heisei Emperor before him, he wished to for the happiness of the Japanese people and pledged the following:</span></div>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;">"I pledge hereby that I shall act according to the Constitution and
fulfill my responsibility as the symbol of the State and of the unity of
the people of Japan, while always wishing for the happiness of the
people and the peace of the world, turning my thoughts to the people and
standing by them," Naruhito said.</span></div>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;">We at American Mishima wish Emperor Naruhito and </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">Empress Masako, peace and happiness throughout the Reiwa Era. Long may they reign. </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">ばんざい! </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">ばんざい! </span><span style="font-weight: normal;">ばんざい!</span></div>
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lasamuraihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03049585161848495985noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1385979606658797590.post-38142727405915054622019-10-22T07:35:00.002-07:002019-10-22T07:35:54.152-07:00Ten Years Later<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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What was once court-ordered therapy, became a blog, became a writing career. Yes, it was ten years ago that we started this American Mishima blog. Ten years of writing over 500 blogposts of Japanese-American interests and updates on our related books and projects. Initially, our blog was going to be named Osaka Not Oaxaca due to my late father's insistence that I give up my dreams of ever visiting Japan and focus on nearby Mexico. Not liking that idea, we chose to go with American Mishima and within that week, someone in Japan declared we had the best name for a blog page. Through this blog, we have covered culture, music, politics, art, and our personal projects such as videos, plays, books, and story ideas. While it is true, we have not posted as much lately, it is because we have been focused on producing more content for our books. We averaged around 64 posts a year here. Where we go from here is anyone's guess. We may continue from time to time but we are not sure what our level of commitment will be given our current production progress and personal schedules. We have shared some good times, and some bad ones here. I am not saying this is over, but we are taking a step back to focus on our upcoming books and screenplays. While we have never had more than 10,000 visits per year or more than 30 subscribed followers, we still thank you for your readership and support. </div>
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ども ありがとう ございます!</div>
lasamuraihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03049585161848495985noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1385979606658797590.post-87240298849974958772019-09-20T05:55:00.000-07:002019-09-20T05:55:00.544-07:00Third Book in Trilogy Released<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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In case you're wondering we haven't been posting lately, its because we have been busy writing and editing books. This year, we set out to try a new experiment by creating a short story ideally meant for television that would have a Twilight Zone feel to it. That book became Robot Planet. What we didn't expect is that not only would people complain that it was a short story, but that they wanted more. So what started as a small experiment turned into a three-book trilogy we now call The Contact Chronicles of Robot Planet and Contact at Fiery Cross. </div>
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That said, we are pleased to announce the release of the third book in our Science Fiction saga, What Shadows May Follow available in paperback and eBook editions. To order your copy, please click on the following link here: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/WHAT-SHADOWS-FOLLOW-Contact-Chronicles/dp/1688947469/ref=sr_1_6?qid=1568983982&refinements=p_27%3ALouis+Edward+Rosas&s=books&sr=1-6&text=Louis+Edward+Rosas" target="_blank">WHAT SHADOWS MAY FOLLOW</a> - Thank you!</div>
lasamuraihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03049585161848495985noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1385979606658797590.post-3258923811796282272019-08-13T07:51:00.002-07:002019-08-13T07:53:11.384-07:00Hayao Miyazaki’s Nausicaä Glider Turned Reality<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<i><span style="font-size: 12.0pt; font-style: normal; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">Having no commercial sponsorship, Hachiya has struggled to keep his project afloat. He did find a publisher to write a book in Japanese about his achievement and even sought and got the blessing from Hayao Miyazaki himself to use the name Mehve who said, “please use the name, I don’t mind” with the added note from the famed beloved animator, “Please don’t die.” How cool of Miyazaki! Could you imagine if this was Disney? They would have sent an army of lawyers to ensure the Mehve would never see flight and the builder crushed in litigation so they could have their royalties. Fortunately, Studio Ghibli is not like that. We wish we could say the same for anime fans who get all bummed to see an "Oji-san" fly the Mehve insead of some cute post-pubescent anime girl with unrealistic boobs and unnatural eyes. We say to them, give the man his due! After all, he had the balls and the passion to build this thing which is more than your average fan will ever do. </span></i></div>
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To learn more or to help fund the Mehve, please visit: <a href="http://www.petworks.co.jp/opensky/" target="_blank">Open Sky</a></div>
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lasamuraihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03049585161848495985noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1385979606658797590.post-68310677045112996202019-07-20T08:42:00.002-07:002019-07-20T08:42:11.963-07:00JMSDF Launches New Destroyer Haguro<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This week in Yokohama saw the launch of Japan's newest Maya-Class Aegis destroyer DDG-180 Haguro which bears the same of it's IJN predacessor of the heavy cruiser that fought in WWII. The Haguro is currently undergoing sea trials and is expected to recive her full commission in 2021 before heading out to join the fleet. </div>
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We recently came across this 2018 video produced by the Japanese Government that showcases the <span class="st">Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (海上自衛隊 Kaijō Jieitai) capabilities. With </span>114 warships and 45,800 volunteer personnel, this small, yet effective Navy, is by far, the best in Asia and one of the best Navies in the world.While there is no subtitles in this video, none are needed to see the JMSDF in action. Pay special attention to their US-2 Flying Boat SAR crews. Enjoy!</div>
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Seen here is Shinto Priestess<strong> </strong>Izumi Hasegawa of the Shusse Inari Shrine of America performing the <em>Nagoshi-no-Harae - </em>Mid-Year Purification in West Los Angeles. The event was attended by a small group of people who each participated in the ceremony. While it has not been possible to travel up to Washington State to the Grand Tsubaki Shrine of America, this mobile shrine enabled us to still participate in the Mid Year Purification in person. While there has not been an established Jinja in Los Angeles in years, We welcome Reverend Hasegawa's small mobile shrine to help our connection with nature and Kamisama going in this complex urban setting we live in. </div>
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Reverend Hasegawa seen left with volunteers setting up the traditional wreath participants walk through in a figure eight pattern with a series of bows of reverence. </div>
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A quick view of the altar. While Hasegawa Sensei was okay with taking photos, we opted to keep this to a bare minimum out of respect as well as to not become a distrationfrom the work at hand. While he have seen the Shusse Inari Shrine of America small mobile shrine at New Years, we hope to see more of them here in Los Angeles and wish them great success in their effort to bring Shinto back to the City of Angels. To learn more about the <a href="http://shusseinarishrine.org/" target="_blank">Shusse Inari Shrine of America </a>please visit their website. </div>
lasamuraihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03049585161848495985noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1385979606658797590.post-38604923895127484742019-05-30T08:07:00.001-07:002019-05-30T08:07:36.388-07:00Petulant Pettiness: USS John McCain Ordered To Protect Fragile Ego<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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In an incident that is beneath the office of the presidency, Donald Trump has stooped to his lowest level of vile pettiness by having the White House order the crew of the USS John McCain to have the destroyer currently under repairs to be hidden from sight for his visit to Japan. The ship's name was covered by a blue tarp and sailors wearing caps bearing the ships name were given leave. This is the third incident in less than a month (The Mike Pence strip club cheer order, USS WASP patches, and now this) that this now exposed (by Robert Mueller as being elected with the help of the Russian GRU) illegitimate regime has brought shame to the men and women who proudly serve in the United States Navy. No president in our entire history has acted in such a vile and vindictive way towards a late Senator who criticized his policies. This is the act of a Third World Two-bit dictator despot, not an American President. We deserve better. We sure hope those guys on the USS WASP who were caught out of uniform wearing unauthorized patches bearing his likeness were paying attention. This isn't about politics, this is about NAVY Pride. No Navy veteran or current active duty sailor should stand for this insult and neither shall we. #GoNavy!</div>
lasamuraihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03049585161848495985noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1385979606658797590.post-28596885899653307302019-05-29T11:47:00.003-07:002019-05-29T13:44:09.968-07:00New Book Release: CONTACT AT FIERY CROSS<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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In a direct challenge to the People’s Republic of China, the United States Navy has been sent to the South China Sea. They, along with their Japanese allies are there to conduct Freedom of Navigation operations in International Waters near the disputed Spratly Islands chain. But as escalating tensions mount, something extraordinary has taken place. Lurking high up in the clouds at 20,000 feet above sea level, an elusive object of unknown origin or intent has intruded upon contested airspace leaving little room for error. As the geopolitical balance of power inches closer toward armed conflict, it will be up to U.S. Naval Aviator, Lieutenant Commander Eileen Hunter, to push man and machine to avert a war and discover a forbidden truth.</div>
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In continuation of the intrigue in <a href="https://www.amazon.com/ROBOT-PLANET-LOUIS-EDWARD-ROSAS/dp/1796380377/ref=sr_1_2?qid=1559162599&refinements=p_27%3ALOUIS+EDWARD+ROSAS&s=books&sr=1-2&text=LOUIS+EDWARD+ROSAS" target="_blank">ROBOT PLANET</a>, American Mishima author Louis Edward Rosas presents a new high-flying adventure that delves into the current geopolitical tensions taking place in the Far East. Contact at Fiery Cross will not only further question if we are alone in the universe, but if so, to what extent have they influenced our affairs.</div>
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This book is now available on Paperback and eBook editions. To order your copy, please click on the following link for: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/CONTACT-FIERY-CROSS-LOUIS-EDWARD/dp/1099780810/ref=sr_1_1?qid=1559155422&refinements=p_27%3ALouis+Edward+Rosas&s=books&sr=1-1&text=Louis+Edward+Rosas" target="_blank">CONTACT AT FIERY CROSS</a>. Thank you!</div>
lasamuraihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03049585161848495985noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1385979606658797590.post-17287812245043497912019-05-29T11:33:00.001-07:002019-05-29T11:33:15.703-07:00American Mishima Classic Re-Release<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Late last year, we had pulled The Setting Sun: Death and Deception on the Bakumatsu Trail for a major re-edit and reformat. New editing software and improved techniques allowed us to go back and fix this story. What's changed is the cover and the book title which has been streamlined to just The Setting Sun. There is also a change in the overall length of the story. We also removed some of the Japanese dialog as well as some other elements which took away from the story. We at American Mishima hope you will give this epic tale set in 1860's Japan by American Mishima author Louis Edward Rosas a second chance for we believe you will enjoy this improved story now available on Paperback and eBook. An Audiobook will also be available soon. To get your copy, please visit the following link for <a href="https://www.amazon.com/SETTING-SUN-Louis-Edward-Rosas/dp/1093408960/ref=sr_1_4?qid=1559154598&refinements=p_27%3ALOUIS+EDWARD+ROSAS&s=books&sr=1-4&text=LOUIS+EDWARD+ROSAS">THE SETTING SUN</a>. Thank you! </div>
lasamuraihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03049585161848495985noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1385979606658797590.post-30331448605602212022019-05-08T16:30:00.004-07:002019-05-08T16:30:52.270-07:00First Rites of the Reiwa Era<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Seen here is Emperor Naruhito performing his first rites within the Imperial Palace. In this age-old Shinto custom, the new Reiwa Emperor reports to this ancestors in three sanctuaries to announce his ascension to the Chrysanthemum Throne.</div>
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Empress Masako also visited the same sanctuaries, her first visit since 2002. Over the past years, she has had issues with stress related to limitations placed upon her joining the Imperial Family. We wish her well and pray this transition will be a happier one. </div>
lasamuraihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03049585161848495985noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1385979606658797590.post-36083892328860730522019-05-01T09:43:00.001-07:002019-05-01T09:43:36.656-07:00Emperor Naruhito's Speech<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Today marks the first official day of the Reiwa Era. In his ascension to the Chrysanthemum Throne, Emperor Naruhito is seen here with Empress Masako, and Crown Prince Akishino, delivered his first speech the People of Japan, and in extension, as his majesty stated: "those who stand by them." We offer here, an opportunity to share his kind words:<br />
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"I have hereby succeeded to the Throne pursuant to the Constitution of Japan and the Special Measures Law on the Imperial House Law. When I think about the important responsibility I have assumed, I am filled with a sense of solemnity. Looking back, His Majesty the Emperor Emeritus, since acceding to the Throne, performed each of his duties in earnest for more than 30 years, while praying for world peace and the happiness of the people, and at all times sharing in the joys and sorrows of the people. He showed profound compassion through his own bearing. I would like to express my heartfelt respect and appreciation of the comportment shown by His Majesty the Emperor Emeritus as the symbol of the State and of the unity of the people of Japan. In acceding to the Throne, I swear that I will reflect deeply on the course followed by His Majesty the Emperor Emeritus and bear in mind the path trodden by past emperors, and will devote myself to self-improvement. I also swear that I will act according to the Constitution and fulfill my responsibility as the symbol of the State and of the unity of the people of Japan, while always turning my thoughts to the people and standing with them. I sincerely pray for the happiness of the people and the further development of the nation as well as the peace of the world."</div>
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lasamuraihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03049585161848495985noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1385979606658797590.post-68528327601053017582019-05-01T09:27:00.000-07:002019-05-01T09:27:18.481-07:00The Dawn of the Reiwa Era<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Happy New Era! We would like to convey many thoughts of renewed optimism for the new Reiwa Era and for Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako. But instead of our usual commentary, we will leave you with this beautiful banner photo shared by the Japanese Embassy and let it speak volumes. Please enjoy!</div>
lasamuraihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03049585161848495985noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1385979606658797590.post-11047220289066473162019-04-30T06:30:00.000-07:002019-04-30T06:30:11.987-07:00Abdication: The End of the Heisei Era<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Today marks the end of the Heisei Era. The 85-year-old Emperor Akihito has abdicated the Chrysanthemum Throne in the <i>Kenji to Shokei no gi</i> ceremony thus marking the end of his peaceful thirty-year reign. We will miss this kind benevolent Emperor who had sought to heal the wounds of war committed in his father's name. His life's mission near complete, he had visited many if not most of the countries and battlefields to pray for Japan's fallen and for Japan's victims of war. His reign is marked as an era of Peace for Japan. It is understandable and most reasonable for him to retire to become Emperor Emeritus given his advanced age. Now in his twilight years, he passes on the torch to Crown Prince Naruhito who will become the new Reiwa Emperor in an era named for orderly peace and harmony. We at American Mishima wish The Heisei Emperor and Empress Michiko a peaceful retirement and joy in their golden years. We would like to thank the Heisei Emperor for all his kindness and efforts to bring about peace during his reign. He will be missed.</div>
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lasamuraihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03049585161848495985noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1385979606658797590.post-13974531519438879592019-04-09T17:11:00.005-07:002019-04-09T17:11:56.444-07:00The Final Flight of the Last Doolittle Raider <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span aria-live="polite" class="fbPhotosPhotoCaption" data-ft="{"tn":"K"}" id="fbPhotoSnowliftCaption" tabindex="0"><span class="hasCaption"> Retired Lt. Col. Dick Cole, the last living member of the Doolittle Raiders has passed away at the age of 103. </span></span><span aria-live="polite" class="fbPhotosPhotoCaption" data-ft="{"tn":"K"}" id="fbPhotoSnowliftCaption" tabindex="0"><span class="hasCaption">Born in 1915, Dick Cole, went on to serve during the Korean War. He remained very active through 2018, attending air shows and public events. For his final flight, we at American Mishima salute his service and didcation to his country. May he rejoin his squadron in heaven.</span></span></div>
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lasamuraihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03049585161848495985noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1385979606658797590.post-61428751720707299592019-04-03T10:40:00.002-07:002019-04-03T10:40:51.408-07:00American Mishima Web Series Episode 5<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Here's our latest Author Web Series episode where we discuss our latest book, ROBOT PLANET.</div>
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lasamuraihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03049585161848495985noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1385979606658797590.post-25144022958825351302019-04-01T12:36:00.001-07:002019-04-01T12:38:00.153-07:00New Era Named<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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By now, everyone should know the name of the new era that will begin after Emperor Akihito abdicates on Tuesday, April 30th, 2019. The new era will be known as the Reiwa Era - meaning be in harmony. Unlike other eras, the name is not taken from the Chinese Classics but rather a traditional Japanese poem of antiquity. We at American Mishima like the sound of harmony. It is a positive aspiration for both Crown Prince Naruhito when he becomes the new Emperor, Japan, and perhaps, for the world itself so that all peoples may live in harmony. Reiwa!</div>
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lasamuraihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03049585161848495985noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1385979606658797590.post-33346257389330088512019-03-28T13:31:00.002-07:002019-03-28T13:31:23.933-07:00This Moment in History: USS Hornet<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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77 years ago, the USS Hornet (CV-8) seen here in this colorized photo carrying the B-25 Doolittle Raiders set out to sea to deliver America's retaliatory strike against the Japanese main islands in WWII to avenge the attack on Pearl Harbor. </div>
lasamuraihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03049585161848495985noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1385979606658797590.post-58149267855207652952019-03-19T16:01:00.001-07:002019-03-19T16:01:20.652-07:00Welcome to the Fleet: Japan Commissions New Soryu-Class Submarine<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This week, Japan's JMSDF welcomed the newest addition to its submarine fleet. The 84-meter long diesel powered JS Shōryū was commissioned this month. This is the tenth Soryu-Class Submarine and the 28th submarine built by Kawasaki Heavy Industries since WWII.<br />
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<br />lasamuraihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03049585161848495985noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1385979606658797590.post-87639939159713775212019-03-19T15:44:00.001-07:002019-03-19T15:44:31.759-07:00The Line of Succession <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Seen here is Prince Akishino of Japan with his son Prince Hisahito and wife Princess Kiko at their son's graduation from a prestigious primary school in Tokyo. Twelve-year-old Prince Hisahito will become second in line to the Chrysanthemum Throne after his father Prince Fumihito becomes first in line after Emperor Akihito abdicates and Crown Prince Naruhito becomes Emperor. With so few male heirs in the Imperial Family, Japan will look to reconsider the roles of the Imperial Princesses in the future lines of succession. This shall be interesting to see how they adapt. We wish the Imperial Family a smooth transition into their new roles. </div>
lasamuraihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03049585161848495985noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1385979606658797590.post-32579986327121965912019-03-12T07:57:00.002-07:002019-03-12T07:57:27.470-07:00The Process of Abdication <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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As the Heisei Era draws to a close, Emperor Akihito performs a series of Shinto rituals at three Imperial Sanctuaries on the Imperial Palace grounds in preparation of his Abdication. As reported by NHK, the first ceremony was performed at the main shrine <span>Kashikodokoro. </span><span><span>Emperor Akihito bowed and read an ancient-worded script to report
his abdication and its date to Imperial ancestor Amaterasu-Omikami, the
sun goddess, who is enshrined there. The Imperial Household Agency says he will also </span></span><span><span><span>report his abdication at the Mausoleum of Emperor Jinmu in Nara Prefecture, who is Japan's first emperor. He will then visit the Tsubaki Grand Shrine of Ise and from there to the Mausoleum of his father, the late Showa Emperor Hirohito. All of these solemn rites are being conducted in private. And while it is sad to see him go, it is a necessary completion to his thirty year reign. We at American Mishima wish the Emperor Emeritus a peaceful transition and a happy retirement. </span></span></span></div>
lasamuraihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03049585161848495985noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1385979606658797590.post-15119727106366685822019-02-22T06:45:00.000-08:002019-02-22T06:46:11.138-08:00JAXA Successfully Lands Space Probe on Asteroid<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This week, as we released our most recent book <a href="https://www.amazon.com/ROBOT-PLANET-LOUIS-EDWARD-ROSAS/dp/1796380377/ref=sr_1_2?qid=1550846445&refinements=p_27%3ALouis+Edward+Rosas&s=books&sr=1-2&text=Louis+Edward+Rosas">ROBOT PLANET</a>- a story about a robotic rover on Mars, another rover-laden space probe made headlines elsewhere. Japan's Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) announced that it has successfully landed its Hayabusa 2 probe on the asteroid known as Ryugu The potato-shaped asteroid is said to be three hundred kilometers away from earth. The Hayabusa 2 is expected to fire an impactor blast into the surface to collect samples before lifting off and returning to Earth in 2020. The probe is said to be equipped with two tiny MINERVA-II rover robots as well as the 10-kilogram French-German observation robot MASCOT that will scan the surface temperatures and measure the magnetic fields. While the mission itself has had issues aligning with Earth, it is now streaming data and by many accounts, a success. </div>
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We at American Mishima wish to congratulate the Hayabusa 2 Mission team on their recent achievement. おめでとう ございます!</div>
lasamuraihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03049585161848495985noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1385979606658797590.post-535628084418232192019-02-18T05:04:00.002-08:002019-02-18T05:04:58.031-08:00Japan Set to Recognize Ainu People<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Japan's long-suffering Ainu people are finally getting their due as Japanese lawmakers passed a bill that recognizes the ethnic minority as an Indigenous People. The Ainu who mostly live in Hokkaido has long been subject to oppressive measures of discrimination and forced assimilation going back to the start of the Meiji Era. While an earlier bill passed in 1997 to preserve the Ainu culture, many living Ainu has lost must of their cultural traditions. This new bill is aimed at granting the Ainu more rights and respect. The government of Japan further plans to build a National Ainu Museum in Shiaroi, Hokkaido. With the languages and customs of indigenous people's under threat around the world, this is a long overdue step in the right direction. </div>
lasamuraihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03049585161848495985noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1385979606658797590.post-69798144811490682922019-02-18T04:43:00.002-08:002019-02-18T04:43:59.035-08:00Did He Or Didn't He? What Shinzo Abe Won't Say<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Earlier this past week, the Asahi Shimbun reported that Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe had nominated Donald Trump for a Nobel Peace Prize. What is most curious is that this has been touted by the Trump Regime while the Prime Minister has downplayed this in Japan. What is known is that he did indeed write the Nobel Committee a five-page document praising Trump's efforts for peace with North Korea. What's troubling is that PM Abe's own spokesman has declined to say whether or not he nominated Trump for the coveted Peace Prize. Abe himself will neither confirm nor deny this. Rather, he made some vague blanket statement that the Nobel Committee does not disclose recommenders and nominees for fifty years. Thus Abe declines to comment. It is likely that PM Abe has been strong-armed by Donald Trump who has been obsessed with acquiring the Nobel Peace Prize for the sole purpose of equating himself with his predecessor Barrack Obama who won the Nobel Peace Prize just before taking office as 44th President of the United States. It should be further be noted, that if indeed he did in fact nominated Trump at his behest, he is embarrassed to have done so and looks to history to judge him in fifty years. We have long speculated that Shinzo Abe is playing Trump. It is no secret that Abe's wife loathes Trump and pretends to not speak English when they meet. In light of Abe's slow military buildup, it should be noted that he has been angling to strip away elements of Japan's Post War Constitution prohibiting Japan from any offensive role or capability to fight a future war. Let's hope Abe hasn't sold his soul to a conman and a bully to defend Japan and her long term security interests. </div>
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