Your browser does not support JavaScript, or it is disabled．Please check the site policy for more information KYOTO—The summer tradition of restaurants and eateries opening outdoor dining terraces that sit by the Kamogawa river began on May 1 Known as “Kamogawa Noryo Yuka,” about 80 establishments have raised wooden decks supported by piers along the 2-kilometer stretch of the Kamogawa river's west bank The area sits between Nijo Ohashi bridge and Gojo Ohashi bridge With the Osaka Kansai Expo under way this year the Kyoto Kamogawa noryo-yuka association hopes that the number of visitors will increase inviting the public to enjoy a relaxing meal while cooling off Diners should note that the exact start date and business hours vary by restaurant Enjoy the sounds of summer with raised-platform dining in Kyoto SAKURA SENTIMENTS: Woman reflects on regret Information on the latest cherry blossom conditions Please right click to use your browser’s translation function.) A series based on diplomatic documents declassified by Japan’s Foreign Ministry Here is a collection of first-hand accounts by “hibakusha” atomic bomb survivors chefs and others involved in the field of food introduce their special recipes intertwined with their paths in life A series about Japanese-Americans and their memories of World War II In-house News and Messages No reproduction or republication without written permission This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page Metrics details A Comment to this article was published on 22 January 2025 Home blood pressure (HBP) monitoring is a better prognostic predictor than clinical BP monitoring the suggested number of HBP measurements in each occasion varies across guidelines The study aimed to identify which HBP measurements in each occasion are more closely associated with new cardiovascular events in patients with type 2 diabetes This retrospective cohort study included 1082 patients with type 2 diabetes without a history of macrovascular complications HBP was measured three times each morning and evening for 14 days and the average value over the 14 days was calculated 117 patients (11.1%) had cardiovascular events The Cox proportional hazards model was used to examine the association between the average morning home systolic BP (MHSBP) for the 1st and 3rd measurements and cardiovascular events The adjusted hazard ratios (HR) (95% confidence interval) for the onset of cardiovascular events in the 2nd and 3rd mean MHSBP were 1.129 (1.008–1.265) and 1.135 (1.010–1.275) The area under the receiver-operating characteristic curve (AUC) for the 2nd 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able to read this content: a shareable link is not currently available for this article Kamogawa Naomi's cheerful smile transforms into the face of an artist Typhoon Ampil made its closest approach to in the Kanto region on Friday It had already disrupted transport on the day with services on some Shinkansen lines preemptively suspended impacting the return journeys of those who had traveled during the Bon holidays Shelters had been set up in various places in the region for those seeking refuge please disable the ad blocking feature and reload the page This website uses cookies to collect information about your visit for purposes such as showing you personalized ads and content By clicking “Accept all,” you will allow the use of these cookies Users accessing this site from EEA countries and UK are unable to view this site without your consent shutters were closed at the ticket gates for the Tokaido Shinkansen Notices had been put up to inform people that all services were canceled for the day Many people were seen looking baffled nearby who had been planning to travel to Kyoto by Shinkansen said she had been looking forward to visiting shrines in the city She felt disappointed but understood it could not be helped because the cancellations were due to the weather She said she now had to find a hotel for the night The area of JR Nagoya Station around the Shinkansen ticket gates which is usually crowded with tourists and people on business trips A 23-year-old Vietnamese company employee living in Itabashi Ward had been planning to travel back from Nagoya to Tokyo by Shinkansen but hastily decided to use an expressway bus instead managing to reserve one of the last available seats They said they will probably be able to return to Tokyo before the end of the day there were crowds of people who had hastily flown back to Tokyo aboard the earliest flights on Friday morning A 43-year-old company employee living in Yokohama had been on vacation for nine days in Okinawa Prefecture with his wife and two children I never thought a typhoon would come so close to Kanto I would’ve had to pay extra accommodation fees and I wouldn’t have known when we’d be able to secure a return flight,” he said almost like during the pandemic,” a sales assistant of a souvenir shop said Shelters opened at 10 locations on Friday morning in Tateyama where Typhoon Faxai in September 2019 caused major devastation – 6,597 houses were damaged “The typhoon five years ago really terrified me I came here with friends because I remembered what happened then,” an 80-year-old woman who lives in the city said as she arrived at a shelter set up inside a local junior high school The latest typhoon also affected popular tourist spots in the Kanto region such as Ueno Zoological Gardens in Taito Ward and Kamogawa Sea World aquarium and marine life theme park in Kamogawa Powerful Typhoon Ampil Approaches Chiba Prefecture; Regional Train, Ferry Services Halted or Reduced Our weekly ePaper presents the most noteworthy recent topics in an exciting © 2025 The Japan News - by The Yomiuri Shimbun Your support helps make our show possible and unlocks access to our sponsor-free feed the bargain bin kind that my mother kept in the back of a kitchen cabinet She would dole out a spoonful to me if I had a cold The very words "blackberry brandy" still summon up the sense of being cared for: a day home from school That spoonful of brandy is my Proust's madeleine in fermented form clients seek out the Kamogawa Diner because their elusive memories can't be accessed by something as simple as a bottle of rail liquor Most find their way to the unmarked restaurant on a narrow backstreet in Kyoto because of a tantalizing ad in a food magazine The ad cryptically states: "Kamogawa Diner – Kamogawa Detective Agency- We Find Your Food." Entering through a sliding aluminum door his sassy 30-something daughter who conducts interviews and helps cook food and drink are often agents of destruction: Think of Agatha Christie and her voluminous menu of exotic poisons carefully researched and reconstructed meals are the solutions the keys to unlocking mysteries of memory and regret The Kamogowa Food Detectives is an off-beat bestselling Japanese mystery series that began appearing in 2013; now the series is being published in this country is composed of interrelated stories with plots as ritualistic as the adventures of Sherlock Holmes: In every story describes a significant-but-hazily-remembered meal Maybe he'll track down the long-shuttered restaurant that originally served the remembered dish and the sources of its ingredients; sometimes he'll even identify the water the food was cooked in One client says he wants to savor the udon cooked by his late wife just one more time before he remarries; another wants to eat the mackerel sushi that soothed him as a lonely child But the after effects of these memory meals are never predictable what we might call here the "taste therapy" that the Kamogawa Food Detectives practice sometimes forces clients to swallow bitter truths about the past In the stand-out story called "Beef Stew," for instance an older woman comes in hoping to once again taste a particular beef stew she ate only once in 1957 She dined in the company of a fellow student a young man whose name she can't quite recall but she does know that the young man impetuously proposed to her and that she ran out of the restaurant it's not like I can give him an answer after all these years but I do find myself wondering what my life would have been like if I'd stayed in that restaurant and finished my meal." Nagare eventually manages to recreate that lost beef stew As a literary meal The Kamogawa Food Detectives is off-beat and charming but it also contains more complexity of flavor than you might expect: Nagare sometimes tinkers with those precious lost recipes especially when they keep clients trapped in false memories Nagare's Holmes-like superpowers as an investigator are also a strong draw Given the faintest of clues — the mention of a long-ago restaurant with an open kitchen "[a]lmost lemony" taste to a mysterious dish of longed for yellow rice some Bonito flakes — Nagare recreates and feeds his clients the meals they're starving for even as he releases others from the thrall of meals past Become an NPR sponsor Leaf KYOTO Store Locations Contributed article] Soft Japanese-style waffles to be enjoyed with "Kamogawa Shokudo" [Oufudo I had an uncontrollable craving for waffles at Oufudo and a total of 11 volumes have already been released including "Kamogawa Shokudo Reward," published last summer One volume features Japanese-style waffles that are told with the client's sweet and sour memories The Leaf KYOTO editorial department welcomes unique original articles that deliver the reality of Kyoto and Shiga and are full of local love ［Oufudo is a 68-year-old confectionery store located south of Karasuma Marutamachi and west of Takeyacho Dori There are several parking spaces in front of the store making it the perfect place for Kyotoites to pick up a small souvenir or snack you will see a variety of colorful cakes in the show window in front of you In addition to simple shortcakes and gorgeous daubles chocolates the limited-time strawberry daifuku is a Western-style cake wrapped in cream and sponge Since Valentine's Day will soon be celebrated in the store chocolate-based sweets and gorgeously wrapped assortments are eye-catching waffles line the top row of the refrigerated case When you hear the word "waffle," the first thing that comes to mind is probably the square plaid Belgian waffle This is a Japanese style waffle with cream sandwiched between the dough the difference from omelette seems to be in the size In addition to waffles priced at 280 yen each I bought a box of 3 waffles and an Oufudo sable Oufudo's waffles are 840 yen for 3 waffles Reservations are recommended if you want to be sure of getting one The "OFUDO" imprint on the waffle is quite stylish A generous amount of custard cream is softly folded into a half-moon shape just a round baked dough folded in two with a custard cream in between." This is exactly the gem that was described in the novel The moist dough is as light as a chiffon cake The inside is filled with an amazingly smooth custard cream and the gentle sweetness fills the mouth with a blissful taste The cool cream is pleasant to the throat and leaves you longing for the next bite In the novel "Kamogawa Shokudo," a scene appears in which it is enjoyed with deep-roasted Colombian You will have to wait until you read the book to find out which volume of "Kamogawa Shokudo" this Japanese-style waffle appears in Why not enjoy this nostalgic dish while savoring the warm story Today's print edition Home Delivery the Kamo River stands out as a rare refuge from the crowds choking the rest of the ancient capital you are guaranteed to see people out enjoying the modest green spaces sandwiching this gentle waterway that cuts through Kyoto’s eastern neighborhoods it's not unusual to see people out for a jog or walking their dogs along the banks picnic with friends or even cuddle up with a loved one You may see a man play his harmonica to a group of waterborne ducks or an eccentric Kyotoite out walking their mongoose (rare but it happens).googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1499653692894-0'); }); groups of people gather around street musicians There has never been a Saturday in my nine years of living in Kyoto where there wasn’t music drinking and some form of spontaneous community forming near the waters of the Kamo River Given the river’s centrality and visibility — slicing from north to south through Kyoto’s eastward districts — its mere presence serves as a natural social magnet I was able to speak with several groups of people out and about enjoying a sunny afternoon by the river an Argentine tourist who was walking on the grass by the river when I came across her we had no idea it was here — we just stumbled on it,” adds Lucia Overseas tourists seeking advice online on what to do in Kyoto can often find themselves surprised by the Kamo when they arrive The river and its environs lack the urban polish that comes from months of meetings in a city planning department so I was surprised to see grass and weeds growing all over the banks and the old buildings,” says Juan a tourist also from Argentina who is sitting with friends listening to someone play the guitar by the water He expresses amusement that the riverbank is not kept in better order given its popularity a splash of ruggedness in Kyoto’s ancient cityscape “I come once a month during the summer,” says Lauren She is sitting by the river enjoying a drink with her friends It’s the perfect place to go either when you have no specific plans or the restaurants and bars are too crowded and you can’t make a reservation.” With a name that literally translates to “Wild Duck River,” the Kamo descends from Mount Sajikigatake just north of Kyoto and extends over 31 kilometers southward but just 10 km or so cuts through the heart of the city In spring, the banks of the river explode into brilliant whites and delicate pinks as the cherry blossoms emerge. In fall, the oranges, reds and gold of autumn foliage take hold water levels are low enough to cross the river on stepping stones that span its narrow points rarely flooding over the banks — hence why many kawayuka (riverside restaurants) some dating back as far as the 17th century nightclubs and the trappings of what you would expect to find in a city of 1.45 million aren’t far from the calm Kamo an atmospheric alleyway full of exclusive establishments and other dining options with its own bars and eateries adjacent to a gentle stream where geiko and their maiko apprentices still entertain to this day in members-only teahouses near the river It’s not just humans who see the Kamo as a refuge — the river is home to a plethora of wildlife from its namesake ducks to stilt-legged herons that stalk the water for food diving low when they sense an opportunity to steal a bite One of the more unique and somewhat terrifying animals that frequent the Kamo is the nutria these large rodents resemble a cross between a capybara a rat and a beaver with red-tinted front teeth especially when there aren’t many people out and you’ll likely be greeted by one swimming in the gentle current and eating weeds As the Kamo remains an integral part of Kyoto’s social fabric today The most famous legend associated with the river comes from the Heian Period (794-1185) As a previously peaceful Kyoto slid with the rest of the country toward civil war and the nascent class of samurai began to seize power from the city’s aristocrats is said to have patrolled Gojo Bridge (it now stands in a different location) dueling samurai and collecting their swords as punishment for their arrogance Benkei had amassed 999 swords in his collection when a young samurai (later revealed to be Minamoto no Yoshitsune one of classic Japanese literature’s great tragic heroes) attempted to cross the bridge moved by the display of martial prowess from the young samurai pledged his fealty for the rest of his life Toyotomi Hideyoshi rebuilt the Sanjo and Gojo bridges in their current locations attracting many to the riverside to sell their wares the art of kabuki is thought to have been created in a dry riverbed of the Kamo by entertainer Izumo no Okuni and her all-female acting troupe the people of Kyoto continued to gather at the river to witness various festivals the most famous of which was the Gion Matsuri the Kamo played a special role — having carried mikoshi (portable Shinto shrines) from places of worship across Kyoto priests would then dip ritual wands into the river’s flow before sprinkling the mikoshi with its pure waters The crowds became so great for these mikoshi arai (ritual washing of the shrines) that teahouses had to limit the amount of patrons they let sit by the river yuka (wooden platforms elevated on bamboo pillars) were set up below the river’s bridges as summertime cool-off spots The area below the Sanjo Bridge was particularly popular Not that any of that history is top of mind for most people looking for a few quiet moments next to the Kamo’s lazy current — especially mid-20s Japanese couple Ryotaro and Yukina who moved from Shizuoka to Kyoto earlier this year “I feel calm and away from the city here,” Yukina says while relaxing by the river “I feel like I can have a conversation here.” In a time of both misinformation and too much information quality journalism is more crucial than ever.By subscribing Your subscription plan doesn't allow commenting. To learn more see our FAQ Sponsored contents planned and edited by JT Media Enterprise Division In Jesse Kirkwood’s translation of The Kamogawa Food Detectives by Hisashi Kashiwai readers are let into a series of quests for food and love set in a quiet backstreet of Kyoto run a diner and a food detective agency where they not only serve delicious meals but also help customers locate dishes they have long forgotten They have no signboard because Nagare believes that whoever is destined to be at the diner will find their way there Their one-line magazine advert has no contact details so demands can be met a red tabby who goes by the name Drowsy – he’s always sleeping and walking drowsily around the customers six different customers visit the Kamogawa diner with their specific dish requests The atmosphere and the plot structure is evocative of the cosy-yet-expectant air of the 2014 Netflix series Midnight Diner Both stories feature a chef who creates dishes for different customers and show aspects of individual life through food What makes Kamogawa Diner stand out is the mystery that sustains it as Nagare and Koishi discover dishes they hadn’t thought they could recreate The Kamogawa Food Detectives pays great attention to the setting through the seasons Much like Florentyna Leow’s 2023 travel memoir The chapters begin with each customer’s description of the city: “Its leaves were all a golden hue…There was nowhere like Kyoto to make you really notice the changing of the seasons — something that completely escaped him… in Tokyo.” While Leow’s moving memoir captures the beauty and heartbreak the city can cause Kashiwai’s rendering of Kyoto as a city in motion from “its bitter winter” to “colours of spring” makes the reader feel each customer’s closeness or distance to the place the customer from the opening chapter wishes to have his late wife’s nabeyaki-udon which his current partner fails to make “Things can taste very different depending on how you’re feeling,” because food acquires the meaning we give to it cries at the taste of the spaghetti that Nagare prepares for her the novel reaches its highest point to characterise food as growth Asuka’s childhood memories of spaghetti with her grandfather make it more than just a dish she had on her way home The rich descriptions of the multitude of dishes within Japanese cuisine make the reader pause From the “miso-glazed butterburs with millet cake” to the mackerel sushi “arranged on a long narrow Koimari-ware dish” and the “spice of nostalgia” evoked by the beef stew Nagare’s wall of photograph of food piques customers’ curiosity and makes conversation among them easier it is food that makes them distinct to one another These distinctions not only exist at the level of preferences but also in the ways in which food affects them Hisahiko’s rags-to-riches story has a bearing on how he prefers his food Though he is a success in Tokyo’s corporate world he had a lonesome childhood after his mother’s death His taste for nikujaga is steeped in past memories and in misunderstandings that he has not had the time to unravel Suyako’s fond memory of the tonkatsu she had at her ailing ex-husband’s restaurant is covered in layers of tears She is eager to make him taste it and yet wonders if it would ever be possible Kashiwai’s writing soars with sensitivity and love There are ample descriptions to prepare the reader and then the whole tasting-interviewing-final results of the detective work by Koishi and Nagare is played out through dialogues These dialogues work stylistically to keep the reader engaged enough to begin reading aloud They are structured in a way that makes each of the scene’s characters stand out When Nagare is the senior voice issuing wisdom and commands active listener who is ready with inputs when her father stumbles there is a local from Kyoto who is heartbroken and listless with just a touch of Kyoto’s somnolent beauty much like Hiro Arikawa’s The Travelling Cat Chronicles (2012) We are often reminded of death through Nagare’s insistent reference to his late wife Kikuko She defines the diner while being absent as a living character a mother to Koishi when she needs to complain about life and a curiosity for customers who learn where the love for food in the Kamogawa diner really comes from and the human Saturo’s story of travelling across Japan meeting people and finding kindness in different forms in Arikawa’s novel finds an indulgent echo in this book The experimental nature of The Kamogawa Food Detectives keeps readers glued to the page The pattern might occasionally feel repetitive but that does not interfere with the pleasure it provides it is difficult to finish reading this novel and feel unchanged Rahul Singh is a PhD candidate in Sociology at Presidency University By subscribing, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy the residence is located outside of Tokyo in the former Noda Printmaking Workshop But what stands out about Muji Base Kamogawa is its transformation of the 100-year-old house The hallmark of the home are its modern updates that are fused with the aged character – revealing a love for the modern free lifestyle that is integrated with nature MUJI’s clean aesthetic washes over the entirety of the space’s interior and even includes a lineup of its products the most popular event in Kamogawa Sea World along the coast of Chiba Prefecture Some of the killer whales’ high jumps exceed five meters in height and the animals are compelling and believable keeping away from the flying spray from the pool a member of the whales and dolphins family The largest killer whales are over seven meters in length and weigh over five tons They are said to be the strongest among the creatures living in the ocean and they stand at the summit of the whole biological system Killer whales are the “Kings of the Ocean” as they attack seals and other whales Killer whales belong to Cetacea Suborder Odontoceti Delphinidae The scientific name is Orcinus orca (an evil from the underworld) They are found in the oceans across the globe and live in groups A total of seven killer whales are now housed in two aquariums inn Japan It was in 1970 that the first killer whales arrived in Japan—two killer whales came to Kamogawa Sea World from the United States Kamogawa Sea World raises and feeds four female killer whales – Lovely (20) in contrast to their fierce and strong image,” said killer whale trainer Kanae Komatsu They never miss a chance to make the audience feel happy like getting closer to members of the audience posing for a picture in front of the water tank or splashing water on children yelping with delight Komatsu said killer whales are more intelligent than dolphins and are good at judging people they often turn away if they don’t trust us “They were making a fool of me to see that I get puzzled,” she says Komatsu spends almost the whole day in the pool not only training but feeding and checking the health of the whales all in a way designed to maintain a good relationship with Lovey and the other three killer whales “I think the audience can connect with killer whales as living creatures if the audience is able to realize what they really look like and how they smell from up close,” said Kamogawa Sea World Zoological Operations director Hiroshi Katsumata among them restrictions on the fostering of new killer whales for the next generation According to the Fisheries Agency and other research institutions the government limits the number of animals captured in the wild for any other purpose than academic research and nature conservation The aquarium has no plan to get more killer whales from the wild Breeding killer whales in Japan seems difficult as the blood relationships among them are quite close Kamogawa Sea World is now exploring a new way to artificially inseminate sperm imported from an overseas aquariums in order to take advantage of the precious opportunity to increase their population—and help visitors communicate with such a large marine species Music played in the packed arena of the Chiba aquarium Lovey quickly approached her and came out of the pool Lovey flipped out beyond her human trainer “I want it to be an amazing show so that the audience can feel how killer whales are powerful and clever,” she said There is a strong bond between humans and killer whales in this aquarium (Click here to read the article in Japanese.) 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Click here and tell us what we should be covering in your neighborhood 2024One Year After "Documenta 15" - What Does Looking Back Mean?: "Kassel Documenta Talk" Report at Goethe-Institut Villa KamogawaThis is a report on a panel discussion about Documenta 15 which was held from June to September 2022 The panelists are independent curators Kodama Kanazawa and Koichiro Osaka and artist and program manager of Kika Gallery (Kyoto) Jun'ichiro Ishii director of the Goethe-Institut Osaka Kyoto and Goethe-Institut Villa Kamogawa.Talk view the Goethe-Institut Villa Kamogawa in Kyoto hosted a panel discussion to address Documenta 15 Its three panelists included independent curators Kodama Kanazawa and Koichiro Osaka who also runs the Kyoto-based Kika Gallery as its program manager director of the Goethe-Institut Osaka Kyoto AD The event aimed to report on and discuss Documenta 15 (June 18-September 25 an international art festival held every five years in Kassel Hailed as one of the top festivals in the contemporary art world its influence is felt from the day it opens the Indonesian collective ruangrupa was brought on as artistic director making it the first for a collective and anyone from the South Asian diaspora Ruangrupa's "collaborative resource building" theme in resistance against hypercapitalism drew considerable attention cancel culture permeated the news amidst allegations that Documenta 15 was antisemitic (*1) this panel discussion aimed to move away from such headlines and instead bring attention to Documenta 15's original purpose of 'collaborative resource building' and its continuing impact on the art world the discussion took place in person without an online forum to allow an uninhibited conversation among the panelists and audience members (*2) The following report provides an overview of the overall discussion Let us review some of the discussion's key points With approximately 20 people in the audience the event began in an informal setting at tables arranged in a circle As the audience consisted of a diverse range of East Asian nationalities the event was primarily held in English (although participants were told they could speak in their native languages) "As we now approach one year since the opening of Documenta 15 I would like people to reflect upon the festival ruangrupa directed from the viewpoint of Japan and East Asia." Before moving on to the presentations he added that he wanted people to formulate their thoughts without biases based on their nationalities The three panelists then shared their reflections from having experienced Documenta 15 in person Artist Jun'ichiro Ishii gave the first presentation "What is Art?" Drawing on his experience of numerous long-term art residencies in countries such as Korea Ishii recalled often being confronted with what he called "ununderstandable" realities Ishii emphasized the importance of 'imagining' what the other person was thinking rather than pretending to understand or giving up on understanding Ishii suggested that this imagination process could be considered "art." Ishii followed up with an anecdote about a Korean friend who had been invited to a party by the Chinese government His friend sampled Chinese wine but immediately thought it tasted terrible because of its distinct flavor The friend later realized that he may have been too quick to judge because he was used to the taste of European wine Only later did he discover that the wine was a traditional Uyghur wine cultivated to complement Uyghur cuisine This episode exposes the source of our tendency to reject other cultures and individuals and should alert us to how much we are preoccupied with Westernized predispositions The impact of Documenta 15 is also connected to this story Unknown artists from the Global South were predominantly featured but judging from the Western standards that we all unconsciously follow Documenta 15 had provided an ideal opportunity to imagine societies and people that had previously been disregarded Ishii noted that "art" in Southeast Asia today was "a product of modernism" and inseparable from the legacy of colonialism it is even more necessary to consider art that existed before the West's modernism through the art of "festivity" vis-à-vis cultural festivals historically prevalent in Asia If the 20th century was when art became a commodity Ishii posited that the upsurge of the ubiquitous "art festival" in the 21st century is an era in which "art" has been re-defined as "festivity." In other words we travel around the world to see these "festivals," i.e. "art festivals." After socializing with peers chasing not the material objects that define "art" but the "art" that is the energy generated from this repetitive chase we can challenge ourselves to rethink "What is Art?" independent curator Kodama Kanazawa presented from the viewpoint of "community and art." Over the past several years Kanazawa has been working with this theme (*3) including organizing an exhibition focused on community-based art practices in Stranger Than Fiction: Taking Creation Beyond Location (Towada Art Center many artworks and initiatives at Documenta 15 were rooted in community building several members of ruangrupa relocated to Kassel in 2020 and interacted with the local community and residents A children's workshop space and daycare service called "Fridskul" were offered at the main venue of the Fridericianum Museum the number of participating collectives further emphasized Documenta 15's collaborative aspect ruangrupa's efforts to create a "Documenta oriented towards community building" were met with mixed opinions Kanazawa cited the hosts of "The Week in Art," The Art Newspaper's podcast who said that Documenta 15's approach to "art as social practice" was "nothing new" and "was reminiscent of the '60s and '70s." However Kanazawa's underlying presentation theme challenged these critiques: Did "the lack of novelty" or the fact that it was evocative of the '60s and '70s make it problematic Kanazawa spoke on the criticism flagging "community and art" in Japan as seen in art critic Naoya Fujita's text "Zombies of the Avantgarde: The Problems with Locality Art." Fujita wrote "68's style art practices are being absorbed into Japan's countryside zombies of the avant-garde are falling to pieces in rural rice fields," regarding his concern that such art in Japan's popular "regional art festivals" and "community art" (*5) were "without substance." Kanazawa pointed out that the podcast "The Week in Art" and Fujita's text expose similar perspectives As these critiques come from an underlying expectation that art should be innovative and progressive Documenta 15 and Japan's regional art festivals are seen as replicating or degrading past art movements and concepts Is it true that art from the '60s and '70s is considered "old" and therefore "inferior?" Kanazawa responded by presenting a diagram from a discussion (*6) between her and aesthetics scholar Futoshi Hoshino Hoshino's diagram contrasted the "local," "regional," and "site-specific" aspects seen in "community and art" with the "global,"  "universal,"  and "portable" values within modern art while these aspects of "community and art" might be symbolic of "pre-modern art," Hoshino asserts that they have the potential to subvert modernity through dialectical means emphasizing the context of "community and art" in Japan's modernization Japan's modernism came as a form of self-colonialization eliminating traditional and regional aesthetics over those from the West Kanazawa suggested that perhaps this artistic practice had become necessary so individuals affected by Japan's self-colonization could recover their identities via art Let us return to the discourse that "art must be progressive." Kanazawa claimed this stance is particularly prevalent in "mainstream" art history (i.e. which runs the risk of ignoring diverse perspectives from regional and cultural communities she credited Documenta 15 for highlighting the importance of understanding and addressing complexities in a world affected by modernization Kanazawa suggested that it may be more accurate to say that art history was "something flowing backward." Independent curator Koichiro Osaka presented last While agreeing with the criticism that "Documenta 15 was nothing new," Osaka also stated that "novelty" was insufficient as a standard by which to evaluate today's artistic practices Because artwork and exhibitions are produced in excess as a result of our capitalist society Osaka ventured that "necessity" was a more suitable assessment Documenta 15 could be considered "an experimental ground for a future society." Osaka went on to present three issues concerning the festival there is "incomplete art history," wherein Western art history is essentially focused on an "incomplete" perspective of the "artistic practice of individuals." Osaka stated that Documenta 15 may have been a crucial counterpoint to this "incomplete art history," revealing the collective knowledge generated between all of its creative practitioners not just the results of individual artists Osaka's second point was the "public without institutions." Here and other subsidy systems that support the arts they primarily functioned as places that embodied democracy and freedom for citizens by supporting art as a result of extreme capitalism and the pandemic the wealth gap between the 1% and the rest of the world has only exacerbated the art world has come to function according to the whims and needs of the wealthy diminishing the number of these democratized institutions Osaka pointed out that it was crucial to consider the "public" in areas that do not have art institutions or infrastructure Even in the region where ruangrupa operates in Indonesia no organized infrastructures support contemporary art But there is still a "public." Instead of simply curating displays of well-organized artworks ruangrupa instills a curatorial practice of hospitality that considers every viewer Osaka said that we could learn a lot from this practice of hospitality that Documenta 15 emphasized a practice that comes particularly from an area without institutions The third point was "inter-locality→geopoetics." Though ruangrupa advocated for "inter-locality" (regional exchange) Osaka drew attention to the word's limitations Flores's concept of "geopoetics" from the National Gallery Singapore as an alternative that would emphasize political solidarity and cross-regional connection Flores's concept signifies that problems in one region could be expanded to others and illuminate connections that transcend geopolitical regionality The presentations ended at this point and moved on to a Q&A portion with the audience questions included how to create art amidst such various opinions and backgrounds and the conditions that make the art scene possible the common theme among all three panelists was how to challenge the current art system's hegemony It also seems pertinent to consider why many critiques of Documenta 15 described it as "confusing" or "outdated." I am also one of those who saw the festival and found it difficult to understand speaking with different participants in Kassel or attending this discussion made me realize how much I am also bound to traditional viewpoints in the mainstream art world As this discussion took place a year after the festival's closing panelists wondered aloud that "perhaps it was too late to reflect." But I wonder if that is truly the case there is no doubt that we can learn from the practices of collective resource building embodied in Documenta 15 if we agree with Ishii that "the energy from 'festivity' is the art," perhaps this reflection is art in and of itself Perhaps this belief allows art to act as a ray of hope against feeling powerless in the face of global tragedy (*7) this is commonly referred to as "chiiki art" (local art or community art) but due to much debate surrounding its meaning Kanazawa chose to use the term "Community and Art" for this panel discussion.*4── This exhibition included three artists: Jun Kitazawa Kitazawa designed activities that focused on play for Towada locals with rickshaws he brought from Indonesia an art collective that often facilitates spontaneous events with local residents whose previous projects include "The Kaekko Bazaar," presented a novel that he wrote with Kanazawa that illustrated his career focus from teamwork to theater to community work.*5── Here we refer to Fujita's term "community art" from his original text Kanazawa also noted that Fujita's term is problematic as it fails to differentiate between "regional art festivals" and "art projects."*6── Kanazawa was also an editor for the book Where is Chiiki Art the purpose of the discussion was to talk about Documenta 15's original intentions before accusations of antisemitism dominated its headlines as the implications of antisemitism have changed further since the festival in 2022 it may be important to re-examine why Documenta 15 was subject to such charges of antisemitism This is undoubtedly another opportunity to think about the political and cultural division occurring now with what is happening in Israel and Gaza In an assuming shopfront down a Kyoto back alley lies not only a very special restaurant but an attached detective agency that specializes in recreating meals from their clienteles’ memories inexpensive food that still manages to knock the socks off of all of its patrons a widowed former police detective whose investigative experience and keen sense of observation allow him to hunt down ingredients and cooking methods from only the most uncertain of recollections and clues His daughter Koishi not only runs the restaurant but also performs the agency’s administrative work including gathering information from their often very vague customers Due to the Kamogawas’ reluctance to advertise they are often sought out only by those desperate enough to turn over any stone in order to recreate meals that exist only in memory sometimes does not understand what drives clients to their doors but I have to say that this is a pretty odd request This sushi you’re describing doesn’t sound very tasty at all There are plenty of Kyoto restaurants that serve incredible mackerel sushi these days – but all you care about is this weird version of yours.’ All you care about is eating the tastiest food you can Get to my age and you’ll realize that nostalgia can be just as vital an ingredient I want to eat the mackerel sushi that made me so happy back then Certain meals are inextricably linked in our minds to the circumstances in which they were served often evoking memories of eras we wish to recapture And that is what most of the customers who come to the agency are in search of that they most vividly identify with a meal from a time of strong emotion Divided into six chapters named after the meals the clients seek to faithfully replicate each case is original in both memory and in the seeker’s motivations Whether it’s a former colleague of Nagare’s wanting to taste his late wife’s cooking one last time before embarking on a new life or a teenage girl looking to recreate a meal she once had with her beloved and now declining grandfather with each offering a glimpse into a different aspect of the human condition No less impressive is Nagare’s detective work as he strings together the disparate clues with a skill rivaling Sherlock Holmes’ this charming book is definitely not one to read while hungry Here is only one description of a set menu offered to a new customer by Koishi herself: ‘Starting from the top left: thinly sliced Akashi sea bream sashimi with a prickly ash bud and miso dressing – to be enjoyed with the ponzu dipping sauce Maizuru cockles sandwiched between slices of myoga ginger abalone picked in Kyoto-style sweet white miso and then grilled Fresh soy milk curd and vegetables pickled with red perilla I’ll bring you some eel-topped rice once that’s finished cooking With a clear mastery and fondness of Japanese The Kamogawa Food Detectives is the coziest of mystery novels as the Kamogawas solve their customers’ problems through their ingenious recreations of dishes Little wonder that this gem of a detective novel is a bestseller in Japan I’m only glad it’s been made available for the English-speaking public now too A new murder mystery that involves martinis Kelly Mullen has a fresh take on the cozy mystery in her premiere novel This Is Not a Game Over the course of 24 hours a woman and her granddaughter progress from guests at a cocktail party to amateur sleuths hunting… When something is described to me as a metaphysical mystery I know I’m going to be either highly entertained by intelligent storytelling (as I was here) or incredibly bored by self-conscious navel-gazing (which I thankfully wasn’t) while reading Sara Gran’s first short story collection The previous book in the Pentecost and Parker series ended on a cliffhanger with Will Parker coming back to 1948 New York City after a well-earned vacation celebrated private investigator Lillian Pentecost Lillian is being arrested for the murder of Jessup Quincannon,… The last thing that cheesemonger Willa Bauer expects when she goes to the grand opening of Yarrow Glen California’s new cake store is to run into her ex-fiance and ex-best friend Pearce Brenner and Riley Stephens broke her heart a decade ago when the two fell in love while all three were working to open… Leaf KYOTO Store Locations A bakery in Kawaramachi Marutamachi that does not use butter or milk [KAMOGAWA BAKERY Kyoto Main Store] KAMOGAWA BAKERY is popular for its chewy bagels and "new bread" made from domestic wheat and soy-based ingredients Whether you are a bread lover or an allergy sufferer you can all enjoy the same bread made with soy milk butter Bagels made with Hokkaido's "Yumechikara" are also available a mixed berry bagel with the grainy texture of mixed berries: 248 yen Black tea bagel with the exquisite flavor of black tea and a hint of sweetness: 238 yen Chocolate x chocolate bagel that chocolate lovers can't resist: 248 yen The sweetness of "Haruyokoi" wheat from Hokkaido spreads through the bread The original bun is a brioche-style version of the "Soy Milk Butter Fresh Bread Despite the fact that no butter or cream is used it has a sweet and creamy flavor that goes well with the acidity of the salsa-style tomato sauce sandwiched inside Soy meat patty and sautéed onions accented with salsa-style tomato sauce The iPad is used to place orders and the self-checkout system makes payment smooth You can also eat in and enjoy coffee in the brightly lit restaurant with large windows Metrics details Pulse pressure (PP) has been noted as a potential independent risk factor for micro and macrovascular diabetic complications We aimed to examine the prognostic value of home-measured PP (home PP) in patients with type 2 diabetes This study is a 2-year prospective cohort study of 737 patients with type 2 diabetes Home blood pressure measurements were performed for 14 consecutive days We defined the progression of diabetic nephropathy as when the diabetic nephropathy stage advanced to a higher stage during the 2 years we investigated the relationship between home PP and home systolic blood pressure (SBP) in the morning and in the evening and the progression of diabetic nephropathy we measured the area under the receiver-operating characteristic curve (AUC) to assess the predictive ability of the progression of diabetic nephropathy of home PP progression of diabetic nephropathy was observed in 94 patients The adjusted odds ratios (95% confidence interval (CI)) of home PP and home SBP to the progression of diabetic nephropathy were 1.23 (1.01–1.49) and 1.14 (0.98–1.33) The AUC (95% CI) of home PP to the progression of diabetic nephropathy was 0.624 (0.665–0.679) sensitivity and specificity for home PP that were associated with the progression of diabetic nephropathy were 57.7 mmHg that home PP is an independent predictor of the progression of diabetic nephropathy in patients with type 2 diabetes HBP has been widely used in clinical practice for high-risk patients with cardiovascular disease it can be assumed that control of home PP plays an important role in preventing the progression of diabetic nephropathy there is no information about the prognostic significance of home PP for the progression of diabetic nephropathy The aim of the current study is to examine whether home PP has prognostic significance for the progression of diabetic nephropathy in patients with type 2 diabetes and informed consent was obtained from all patients social or never) and smoking status (current Baseline characteristics were summarized by median with range or numbers Logistic regression analyses were used to investigate the relationship between the progression of diabetic nephropathy and morning PP To adjust the effects of various factors on the progression of diabetic nephropathy which were known risk factors for the progression of diabetic nephropathy evening PP or evening SBP in multivariate logistic regression analyses evening PP and evening SBP were not included in the same multivariate in the logistic model as continuous variables after dividing by 10 Receiver-operating characteristic (ROC) curves were constructed for PP to assess the ability to identify the progression of diabetic nephropathy and odds ratios (95% confidence interval (CI)) were calculated by using a logistic regression model As the optimal cut-off points for PP associated with the progression of diabetic nephropathy which represented the largest sum of sensitivity and specificity We next performed the subgroup analyses according to the presence or the absence of antihypertensive medication P values<0.05 were considered statistically significant The statistical analyses were performed using the JMP version 10.0 software (SAS Institute Inc. Area under the receiver-operator characteristic curve (95% CI) of morning (a) and evening (b) pulse pressure (PP) for the progression of diabetic nephropathy Area under the receiver-operator characteristic curve (95% CI) of morning (a) and evening (b) pulse pressure (PP) for the progression of diabetic nephropathy in patients without antihypertensive drugs (n = 338) Area under the receiver–operator characteristic curve (95% CI) of morning (a) and evening (b) pulse pressure (PP) for the progression of diabetic nephropathy in patients with antihypertensive drugs (n = 399) The present study of patients with type 2 diabetes provided novel evidence that morning PP was an independent predictor of the progression of diabetic nephropathy in patients with type 2 diabetes We demonstrated that morning PP was superior to morning SBP in predicting the progression of diabetic nephropathy in patients with type 2 diabetes The results were almost the same in patients without antihypertensive medications the results were not the same in patients with antihypertensive medications Sustained elevation of home PP might cause the progression of diabetic nephropathy as mentioned above might be a reason why only morning PP was closely associated with the progression of diabetic nephropathy in this study The patients in this study were a high-risk population who had no history of cardiovascular events at the time of study entry had new incidence of cardiovascular events during the 2 years The adjusted odds ratios (95% CI) of morning PP evening PP or evening SBP for having a new incidence of cardiovascular events were 0.71 (0.34–1.47) DPP-4 inhibitors were prescribed in 123 patients and SGLT2 inhibitors were not used at the start of this study We performed the logistic regression analysis also adjusting for use of DPP-4 inhibitors evening PP or evening SBP for the progression of diabetic nephropathy were 1.23 (1.01–1.49) which was consistent with the main finding of this study DPP-4 inhibitors were newly prescribed in 118 patients and SGLT2 inhibitors were newly prescribed in 7 patients as monotherapy or add-on treatment during the 2 years When we performed the logistic regression analysis after excluding these 125 patients the adjusted odds ratios (95% CI) of morning PP evening PP or evening SBP for the progression of diabetic nephropathy were 1.33 (1.01–1.75) which was also consistent with the main finding of this study PP gains importance as both a pathophysiologic index and prognostic factor in relatively elderly hypertensives [32] there was no interaction between age and PP (P = 0.29) Age was closely associated with duration of diabetes in patients with diabetes which was one of the main risks of diabetic nephropathy as a covariate in the multivariate logistic model Age is also a risk of diabetic nephropathy we included age instead of duration of diabetes as a covariate evening PP or evening SBP for the progression of diabetic nephropathy were 1.22 (0.99–1.49) The adjusted odds ratios (95% CI) were almost the same although they did not reach statistical significance Further studies are needed to assess the relationship between average morning PP and progression of diabetic nephropathy Our study might have better clinical implication if average morning PP will still be a determinant of progression of diabetic nephropathy when controlled for the average BP during follow-up of patients with type 2 diabetes the 2-year observational data may not deserve an accurate prognostic significance of diabetic nephropathy Longer observation is needed to confirm our findings home PP is an independent predictor of progression of diabetic nephropathy in patients with type 2 diabetes We should pay more attention to increased home PP as well as increased home SBP and should lower PP in patients whose home PP is more than a cut-off value to prevent the development and progression of diabetic nephropathy Further prospective trials and interventional 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stiffness determine renal hemodynamics: Pathophysiological implication for microalbuminuria in hypertension Morning home blood pressure is a strong predictor of coronary artery disease: the HONEST study Circadian variation and triggers of onset of acute cardiovascular disease Morning and evening home blood pressure and risks of incident stroke and coronary artery disease in the Japanese General Practice Population: the Japan morning surge-home blood pressure study Increased cardiovascular risk of treated white coat and masked hypertension in patients with diabetes and chronic kidney disease: the HONEST Study for the SAVOR-TIMI 53 Streering Committee and Investigators Saxagliptin and cardiovascular outcomes in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus Empagliflozin and progression of kidney disease in type 2 diabetes Canagliflozin and cardiovascular and renal events in type 2 diabetes Poor adherence to home blood pressure measurement schedule Exercise excess pressure and exercise -induced albuminuria in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus Aggressive blood pressure control increases coronary heart disease risk among diabetic patients Download references Wataru Fukuda of Kyoto First Red Cross Hospital Yoshihiro Kitagawa of Osaka General Hospital of West Japan Railway Company and Dr Yohei Oda of Social insurance Kyoto Hospital of the Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine for teaching patients how to measure their blood pressure and Sayoko Horibe and Aiko Aida also of the Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine EU received grant support from the Japanese Study Group for Physiology and Management of Blood Pressure and the Astellas Foundation for Research on Metabolic Disorders (Grant Number: 4024) performed data analyses and reviewed/edited the manuscript contributed to the collection of research data and was the main study physician responsible for the KAMOGAWA-HBP study in Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine and was the principal investigator of the Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine Graduate School of Medical Science and lead principal investigator for the study All authors reviewed and provided edits and comments on manuscript drafts had full access to all the data in the study and takes responsibility for the integrity of the data and the accuracy of the data analysis Department of Organ Transplantation and General Surgery and MF have received grant and research support from AstraZeneca plc The remaining authors declare no conflict of interest Download citation DOI: https://doi.org/10.1038/s41440-018-0024-6 The bottlenose dolphins "Slim" with "Sunny," the first born in Japan from artificial insemination Kamogawa Sea World is now celebrating its 50th anniversary. The venue located in Kamogawa in Chiba Prefecture Just as our anniversary year prepared for its half-century of work with dolphins and other marine life in our mission we were forced to temporarily close for over two monthsーincluding the extended Japanese holidays in April and Mayーdue to the global spread of the new coronavirus It was an occurrence we could never have imagined we have had many concerns and were unsure of when we would be able to reopen we have been able to commit extended time and effort to highly focused training sessions And the shows we performed without guests during this time proved to be a great practice opportunity for our less experienced trainers and animals There has been more time and freedom to carry out the various tasks at our facilities That means life has been little changed for some of our animals and the added stimulus and excitement of wondering what would happen nextーand whenーhelped maintain their mental health We are doing everything in our power during this time to care for our animals This includes running our shows as we always do (without guests of course!) Fortunately there were no infections among our staff or the animals in our care and since June we have been able to begin reopening in stages many zoos and aquariums around the world are beginning to reexamine the quality of life of the animals in their care Implementing animal welfare standards to improve the lives of these animals is a crucial issue for such organizations we aim to improve the welfare of animals in our care by evaluating their nutrition as well as how a variety of factors affect their mental state no government office has been established in Japan to manage zoos and aquariums there are no laws that comprehensively regulate the entire process involved in keeping animals items that have a large effect on animal welfare such as the size and management of facilities a set of standards for animal welfare  based on foreign laws and regulations is currently being created it will cover nearly all of the species found at zoos and aquariums Domestic assessments based on these new standards will likely occur within the next few years The regulatory initiative is in part a response to the debate that developed around the issue of captive dolphins several years ago the lack of legal framework was blamed for the inability to reach mutual understanding among the different sides the only legal context in Japan on the procurement of dolphins (via drive fishing) was a regulatory regime for the management of marine resources as a food source Kamogawa Sea World has set its own independent goal of obtaining accreditation from an organization that makes inspections based on international standards of animal welfare and humane animal treatment many zoos and aquariums have already obtained such accreditation the system can be thought of as an “animal version” of similar accreditation regimes based on environmental considerations of products and services there may be those that say zoos and aquariums are unnecessary at Kamogawa Sea World we see it as our challenge to become a place that is considered necessary for society even after the coronavirus crisis has passed we aim to gain the support of a diverse range of individuals and the world by demonstrating the importance of Kamogawa Sea World to the health and wellbeing of the species we embrace this wish as our hope for the future (This article is published in cooperation with the Institute of Cetacean Research in Japan Let us hear your thoughts in our comments section.) You must be logged in to post a comment Metrics details A Comment to this article was published on 03 March 2023 Albuminuria is a prognostic marker of worsening renal outcomes in people with hypertension and type 2 diabetes High home systolic blood pressure is associated with the development of diabetic nephropathy We assessed the impact of chronic high home blood pressure on diabetic nephropathy progression 10 years after study entry The participants measured their blood pressure three times in the morning for 14 days at study entry and 10 years after study entry A retrospective cohort of 165 people with type 2 diabetes at a single hospital was classified into four groups (good control maintenance and continuous high blood pressure groups) according to a morning home systolic blood pressure ≥125 mmHg at study entry and 10 years after study entry Logistic regression analysis was performed to determine the association between home blood pressure control and the progression of diabetic nephropathy the status of nephropathy improved for 5.5% of the participants The odds ratio of the continuous high blood pressure group versus that of the good control maintenance group for the progression of diabetic nephropathy was 10.41 (95% CI After adjusting for the introduction of renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system inhibitors during the follow-up period there was no significant difference in the odds ratio of worsening nephropathy between these groups The deterioration and improvement groups did not have significant diabetic nephropathy progression compared to the good control maintenance group Chronic high home blood pressure was associated with the progression of diabetic nephropathy and RAAS inhibitors could attenuate the negative effect We demonstrated that chronic home blood pressure was associated with the progression of diabetic nephropathy Worldwide trends in blood pressure from 1975 to 2015: a pooled analysis of 1479 population-based measurement studies with 19·1 million participants World Health Organization. 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EU received grant support from the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science and received personal fees from Nippon Boehringer Ingelheim Co. The donated fund laboratory of diabetes therapeutics is an endowment department supported by an unrestricted grant from Ono Pharmaceutical Co. TY reports personal fees from Sumitomo Dainippon Pharma Co. and speaker fees from Chugai Pharmaceutical Co MA received personal fees from Takeda Pharmaceutical Co. and received personal fees from AstraZeneca K.K. personal fees from Sumitomo Dainippon Pharma Co. Limited; personal fees from AstraZeneca PLC; personal fees from Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited; personal fees from Kyowa Hakko Kirin Co. Ltd.; personal fees from Daiichi Sankyo Company Limited; personal fees from Kowa Pharmaceutical Company Ltd.; and personal fees from Ono Pharmaceutical Co. Michiaki Fukui received grants from Ono Pharma Co and received personal fees from Nippon Boehringer Ingelheim Co. The sponsors were not involved in the study design or interpretation of the data; the writing of this manuscript; or the decision to submit the article for publication and any research foundations with which they are affiliated have not received any financial payments or other benefits from any commercial entity related to the subject of this article The authors declare that although they are affiliated with a department that is supported financially by a pharmaceutical company the authors received no current funding for this study and their department affiliation does not alter their adherence to all the full journal policies on sharing data and materials Download citation DOI: https://doi.org/10.1038/s41440-022-01136-3 The Kyoto Literature Award was launched in 2019 with a general category and one for writers whose first language is not Japanese US writer Gregory Khezrnejat’s entry Kamogawa rannā (Kamogawa Runner) was selected as the overall winner of the prize in both categories Told in the second person throughout, Khezrnejat’s novella centers on a young American who studies Japanese in high school and college. Yearning to return to Kyoto, where he spent two weeks at the age of 16, he applies to the JET Program and is assigned to work as an assistant language teacher at a junior high school in a town neighboring the former capital He moves on to work at an English conversation school and then encounters the literature of Tanizaki Jun’ichirō The streets of Kyoto and the Kamogawa riverside form a backdrop to the main narrative there are many similarities with Khezrnejat’s own life the novel also brings to mind the 1997 book Ichigensan (trans by Takuma Sminkey as Ichigensan: The Newcomer) by the Swiss-born writer David Zoppetti which was nominated for the Akutagawa Prize by Howard Hibbett as A Portrait of Shunkin) as a motif this book depicts the narrator’s alienation in the city Meanwhile, alongside the everyday life of a foreign resident in Kyoto, Kamogawa Runner explores topics like language, translation, and communication. In the opening of the story, the 16-year-old protagonist visits a temple, where he hears the word omamori explained as meaning “amulet” and agonizes over whether something is lost through translation—one of the big questions the work addresses His father was born in Iran and speaks both English and Persian I thought it was amazing that my dad could switch between two different languages When letters arrived from his family in Iran ‘That writing that doesn’t even look like letters to me actually means something!’ It was so ordinary He encountered Japanese as a high school student Greenville was enthusiastic about drawing Japanese companies to the city and there were Japanese classes at Khezrnejat’s high school he was challenged and fascinated by the use of a completely different script from English While majoring in computer science and English literature at college and came to Japan in 2007 as an assistant language teacher He did not return home after his contract finished instead choosing to become a graduate student at Kyoto’s Dōshisha University “Partly I just wanted to stay in Kyoto rather than looking at Japanese literature from the outside as a graduate student in the United States.” but travels to Kyoto every few months or so so every time I hear people speaking in Kansai-ben It took some trial and error to choose a narrative point of view for Kamogawa Runner there might be some sense that the nonnative narrator is making an emotional plea to the likely native reader the narrator would be lining up alongside the reader in observing the protagonist This was one reason why I decided to use the second person I felt it offered the mechanics for suitably blurring the boundaries between reader and narrator It also allowed me to create some distance from the protagonist whose experiences overlap with my own.” the story was published in a volume together with the story Igen (Tongues) goes to stay at the home of his girlfriend Yuriko after the conversation school where he works folds While he is struggling with his work as a freelance technical translator a friend introduces him to the opportunity to act as a “priest” at wedding ceremonies he is asked not to make his Japanese too fluent “Because I wrote Tongues in the first person I tried to include some humor and create something a bit more acerbic Many English speakers live for a long time in Japan without being able to speak Japanese Even when they try to perform everyday tasks in Japanese pressure for them to speak their native language and—like it or not—they’re put in the category of “English-speaking foreigners.” This situation has its comical side and I wanted to explore it through fiction.” When Khezrnejat first began learning Japanese the different words for the first person were a mystery to him “In English there’s only ‘I,’ so I couldn’t see the difference between boku and watashi I was never sure about when to use each one.” He also feels a difference between “I” and boku—which is the form of the first person used by Mike in Tongues “I feel I have a different identity depending on whether I’m using Japanese or English Sometimes it’s confusing if I start a conversation in Japanese you can speak in English.’ While the other person is presumably trying to meet my needs it also feels a bit like I’m being chased out of Japanese It’s not that I’m thinking in English and then translating into Japanese; I’m speaking Japanese from the perspective of another self immersed in the language It’s easy to think that we express our ‘true self’ in our first language but I think we develop a new self for each language.” Khezrnejat was interviewed by his US university “It was unexpectedly difficult to say what I wanted to say But as my literary research and creative work had all been in Japanese this was the language that came naturally when discussing these topics I felt in this case that I was actually translating into English because I wanted to speak Japanese.” US writer Levy Hideo won the Noma Literary New Face Prize in 1992 for his debut work Seijōki no kikoenai heya (trans. by Christopher D. Scott as A Room Where the Star-Spangled Banner Cannot Be Heard: A Novel in Three Parts). In the afterword, he notes that he is often asked why he writes in Japanese. The same must also be true for Taiwanese author Li Kotomi, who won the Akutagawa Prize this year “The brilliance of Levy’s works is closely linked to them being written in Japanese He himself has said that he wanted to speak to the readers of Japan readers directly rather than in translation,” Khezrnejat notes the English version of A Room Where the Star-Spangled Banner Cannot Be Heard might be seen just as the kind of ‘good read’ where a young person discovers himself through spending time in another country and feeling the differences with where he’s from Translation changes not only the content but also the context of the reader and the act of reading I feel like something crucial in the original is lost I’m not talking about whether it’s good or bad He goes on: “My parents asked why I had to write in Japanese it would be nice to have an English translation it cannot become “world literature.” Khezrnejat says that Japanese literature as seen in the English-speaking world is always a projection of a desired image of Japan as a good ally—based on an image of Japonism—and the first English translations met these expectations Japanese works in English today better reflect the true diversity of the literature but perhaps still reflect changes in the contemporary English-speaking readership.” Khezrnejat has conducted research into the works and English translations of Tanizaki but in the future he wants to concentrate on creative activities inspired by another nonnative writer in Japanese “When I read Shiroi kami [White Paper] by Shirin Nezammafi [an Iranian writer twice nominated for the Akutagawa Prize] I was full of admiration for her setting it in Iran rather than Japan it was questioned why such a story needed to be written in Japanese Perhaps it didn’t meet readers’ expectations I feel like there’s a desire for cross-border writing in Japanese to produce stories about the experiences of foreigners in Japan so I certainly think there’s a place for them But cross-border literature should have more freedom.” (Originally written in Japanese by Kimie Itakura of Nippon.com Banner photo: Gregory Khezrnejat at the Nippon.com office in Tokyo former president of Foster Needle Corporation had a vision to take the qualities of Manitowoc and share them internationally with a sister city The match for this new relationship was a small seaside Japanese city While both are near the water and have similar population sizes they had plenty of unique areas to share by way of culture the Manitowoc International Relations Association (MIRA) was established to act as the liaison between the citizens and officials of the City of Manitowoc and the citizens and officials of the City of Kamogawa RELATED: Manitowoc program sends students to Japan RELATED: Manitowoc students visit Japan The MIRA charter is to encourage international understanding through a continuing program of educational MIRA coordinates information and resources to maintain and expedite the sister city relationship with Kamogawa and with any international community that has as its goal the pursuit of culture This year marks the 25th anniversary of this bond and the friendship that has grown between our cities that has impacted many lives in our respective communities More than 600 citizens have visited Kamogawa since then and the experience has been life-changing for citizens in both countries These two cities have learned from each other by exchanging ideas through the exchange of people — both students and adults a citizen delegation will be traveling to Kamogawa Oct The trip to Japan will begin with a four-day visit to Kamogawa The group will be warmly welcomed with a dinner reception and celebration Our visit will include site-seeing and cultural learning events as scheduled by the City of Kamogawa and KIRA the Kamogawa International Relations Association A farewell party for friends old and new will be held before the group departure to Tokyo on Oct Our group will have the opportunity to join two optional full-day tours during our stay in Tokyo (additional fees apply for one of the tours) The cost per person is expected to be $1,900-$2,600 per person Please note the cost per person includes non-stop round-trip air fare between Chicago O’Hare and Tokyo Narita airports We hope you will join us for the trip to Japan in October 2018 Space for this delegation visit is limited to 40 adults A question-and-answer session will be also held in the Manitowoc Council Chambers at 6 p.m Information and registration forms are available on the city web page,  www.manitowoc.org http://www.manitowoc.org/114/Manitowoc-International-Relations-Associ and on the city Facebook page: Manitowoc International Relations Association – MIRA Please contact 3kaese@sbcglobal.net with questions related to the tour Those definitely interested should send their names and addresses with the completed forms and deposit to: Cindy Kaesermann-MIRA c/o City Hall Scott McMeans is District 2 alderman for the City of Manitowoc Leaf KYOTO Store Locations Seasonal chestnut parfait with a view of the murmuring Kamo River at Cafe [float] in Kiyamachi the cafe "float" is located in a rented machiya house called "Kamogawa Creative Base," or "Kamo Base," which stands quietly at the end of an alleyway and baked sweets in a relaxing space with a beautiful view of the Kamo River Tarte Tatin Cheesecake with bittersweet apples and refreshing sour cream ¥700 The store is run by food creator and photographer Konatsu Marumoto She ran Blister Coffee from the time she was a university student until the fall of 2022 when it was closed for various reasons and reopened as Float in April 2023 as well as the monthly parfait that started in August have become so popular that reservations are already difficult Chestnut parfait for October only: 1,800 yen and the menu will be changed to a plate of baked sweets and other sweets from November Marumoto's goal is to create a parfait that you will never get tired of and will enjoy every bite and pear compote lurking at the bottom refresh you The bittersweet caramel mousse is also an accent Shared atelier and coworking space [Kamogawa Creative Base] ［In addition to "float," "creators" in various fields gather at "Kamogawa Creative Base Various monthly events are being held at this hot spot You are viewing your 1 free article this month Mantle has signed two novels by Hisashi Kashiwai including Japanese bestseller The Kamogawa Food Detectives Mantle has acquired world English language rights from Marina Penalva of Casanovas & Lynch Literary Agency on behalf of Emily Books Agency for The Kamogawa Food Detectives and one other novel by Kashiwai North American rights have sold to Tara Singh Carlson while translation rights have now sold in 18 countries including Italy Jayne Osborne originally acquired the novel before she moved to Bookouture and Alex Saunders will now be publishing on the Mantle list The Kamogawa Food Detectives will be published in hardback with a paperback to follow in spring 2024 and marks the start of a series featuring the restaurant of lost recipes Mantle said it was a bestseller in Japan which “tells the tender and heart-warming story of a detective duo formed by the father and daughter from the Kamogawa Diner a family-owned restaurant specialising in cooking the exact same dish that the customer longs for and is unable to find" by searching into the person’s past: where they tasted the dish where the ingredients were obtained and what they manage to remember from the taste.” “The father-daughter duo who run the restaurant have started advertising their services as ‘food detectives’ capable of recreating a dish from their customers’ pasts that may well unlock forgotten memories and inspire ongoing happiness From the widower looking for a specific noodle dish that his wife used to cook to a first love’s beef stew the restaurant of lost recipes celebrates the power of good company and a delicious meal.” A Mantle spokesperson said: “We are delighted to be publishing The Kamogawa Food Detectives for an English language audience It’s a charming and deeply comforting read that will have your mouth-watering by the time the final page is turned and taps straight into the growing appetite for fiction in translation from Japan.” Penalva commented: “I remember very well when Emily Chuang first told me about The Kamogawa Food Detectives I knew it would be a novel that everybody would love Jesse Kirkwood’s wonderful sample translation made me want to drop everything and fly to Kyoto just to spend an evening with the food detectives Emily and I are happy and excited about Mantle’s launch and very grateful for all the international support around Hisashi Kashiwai.” Kashiwai was born in 1952 and was raised in Kyoto he returned to Kyoto to open a dental clinic He has written extensively about his native city and has collaborated on TV programmes and magazines Please view the main 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The page may not be displayed properly if the JavaScript is deactivated on your browser Japanese version Copyright THE MAINICHI NEWSPAPERS. All rights reserved. Maintenance of muscle mass is important for sarcopenia prevention. However, the effect of eating speed, especially fast, normal, or slow speed, on muscle mass changes remains unclear. Therefore, the purpose of this prospective study was to investigate the effect of eating speed on muscle mass changes in patients with type 2 diabetes (T2DM). This study included 284 patients with T2DM. Based on a self–reported questionnaire, participants were classified into three groups: fast–, normal–, and slow–speed eating. Muscle mass was assessed using a multifrequency impedance body composition analyzer, and skeletal muscle mass (SMI) decrease (kg/m2/year) was defined as [baseline SMI (kg/m2)–follow–up SMI (kg/m2)] ÷ follow–up duration (year). The rate of SMI decrease (%) was defined as [SMI decrease (kg/m2/year) ÷ baseline SMI (kg/m2)] × 100. Slow–speed eating is associated with a higher risk of muscle mass loss in older patients with T2DM. Volume 9 - 2022 | https://doi.org/10.3389/fnut.2022.919124 This article is part of the Research TopicInsights in Nutrition and MetabolismView all 18 articles Background and Aims: Maintenance of muscle mass is important for sarcopenia prevention the purpose of this prospective study was to investigate the effect of eating speed on muscle mass changes in patients with type 2 diabetes (T2DM) Methods: This study included 284 patients with T2DM Based on a self–reported questionnaire participants were classified into three groups: fast– Muscle mass was assessed using a multifrequency impedance body composition analyzer and skeletal muscle mass (SMI) decrease (kg/m2/year) was defined as [baseline SMI (kg/m2)–follow–up SMI (kg/m2)] ÷ follow–up duration (year) The rate of SMI decrease (%) was defined as [SMI decrease (kg/m2/year) ÷ baseline SMI (kg/m2)] × 100 Results: The proportions of patients with fast– and 6.6% among those aged <65 years and 40.4% and 21.3% among those aged ≥65 years the rate of SMI decrease in the normal (0.85 [95% confidence interval CI: −0.66 to 2.35]) and slow (0.93 [95% CI −0.61 to 2.46]) speed eating groups was higher than that in the fast speed eating group (−1.08 [95% CI −2.52 to 0.36]) there was no difference in the rate of SMI decrease among the groups in patients aged <65 years the adjusted odds ratios of incident muscle loss [defined as rate of SMI decrease (%) ≥0.5%] due to fast– and normal–speed eating were 0.42 (95% CI 0.18 to 0.98) and 0.82 (95% CI 0.36 to 2.03) Conclusion: Slow–speed eating is associated with a higher risk of muscle mass loss in older patients with T2DM or slow) is effective for maintaining muscle mass in patients with T2DM we conducted a prospective cohort study with an aim to clarify the effect of various eating speed and changes in muscle mass in older patients with T2DM follow–up duration of <6 months We used a standardized questionnaire to collect data on the duration of T2DM We defined exercisers as those who performed physical activities at least once a week regularly and we divided the participants into exercisers and non–exercisers The questionaries about smoking consisted of a question “ do you smoke?” and the 2 choices “yes” or “no” we classified “yes” and ”no” as “smoker” insulin and sodium glucose cotransporter−2 (SGLT2) inhibitors Samples of venous blood were collected from participants after overnight fasting and levels of fasting plasma glucose (FPG) and hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) were measured from these blood samples Multiple regression analyses were performed to calculate the odds ratio (OR) and 95% confidence interval (CI) and assess the effects of eating speed on SMI decrease (kg/m2/year) and logistic regression analyses was also carried out to calculate the OR and 95% CI for eating speed on incident muscle mass loss were considered to be independent variables In addition, we used the other cutoff levels for loss of muscle mass: SMI decrease of ≥1.2% (34) and 2.0% (35) All statistical analyses were performed using JMP ver13.2 software (SAS Institute Inc. A total of 523 patients participated in the study; however, 239 participants were excluded for various reasons and 284 participants were finally included in the study (Figure 1) The participants' characteristics are shown in Table 1 mean BMI and SMI were 26.6 kg/m2 and 7.3 kg/m2 mean BMI and SMI were 23.8 kg/m2 and 6.9 kg/m2 Clinical characteristics of study participants The relationship between eating speed and SMI decrease (kg/m2/year) or rate of SMI decrease (%) adjusted for age, sex, smoking, exercise, alcohol, use of insulin and use of SGLT2 inhibitors is shown in Table 2 there were no statistically significant differences in SMI decrease or rate of SMI decrease among the groups SMI decrease of fast eating groups (−0.006 [95% CI −0,014 to 0.003] and rate of SMI decrease of fast eating groups (−1.08 [95% CI −2.52 to 0.36]) were lower than those of slow speed eating after adjusting for covariates and there were statistically significant differences Relationship between eating speed and SMI decrease (kg/m2/year) or rate of SMI decrease (%) The relationship between eating speed and incident muscle mass loss is presented in Table 3 and Figure 2 p = 0.019) were considered to have a lower risk of incident muscle mass loss but not in patients aged ≥65 years the adjusted odds ratios of the incident muscle loss of fast speed eating were 0.42 (95% CI 0.18 to 0.98 p = 0.044) compared with slow speed eating Relationship between eating speed and the incident muscle mass loss Proportions of muscle mass loss among fast and slow speed eating by age (Cut–off levels of the rate of SMI decrease Rate 0.5% Gray square represents the proportion of non–sarcopenia and white square represents the proportion of sarcopenia In addition, the analysis results using different cutoff levels for muscle mass loss for the rates of SMI decrease of ≥1.2% and ≥2.0% in patients aged ≥65 years are shown in Supplementary Table 1 and Figure 2 The risk of the incident muscle mass loss due to fast speed eating (cutoff point: rate of SMI decrease of ≥1.2% and cutoff point: rate of SMI decrease of ≥2.0% p = 0.015) was lower than that due to slow speed eating This prospective study showed that slow–speed eating had the potential to promote SMI decrease and incident muscle mass loss in patients aged ≥65 years with T2DM protein intake and total energy intake were considered low risk factors for muscle mass loss in patients aged <65 years with T2DM In general, muscle mass decreases with age (27), and adequate energy and protein intake are important for maintaining muscle mass (12, 13), which aids in sarcopenia prevention. Furthermore, lack of energy leads to a decrease in muscle mass, especially in elderly patients with T2DM (12) there was a significant difference in muscle mass loss depending on eating speed in patients aged ≥65 years with T2DM even after adjusting for total energy intake and total protein intake slow eating speed might have a greater impact on decreasing appetite than on increasing muscle mass although there were no differences in total energy and protein intakes muscle mass of patients aged ≥65 years with T2DM decreased in the slow–speed eating group In addition, there is a relationship between sarcopenia and swallowing function in elderly people (22) and decreased swallowing function affects the eating speed it is possible that eating speed was slower in patients with reduced muscle mass However, this study showed that eating speed did not affect muscle mass loss in patients aged <65 years old. Younger people maintain insulin secretion (41) and anabolic effects (42); therefore it is possible that muscle mass did not decrease and this might have had an effect on total energy and protein intakes alcohol intake may increase DHEA and testosterone levels and prevent muscle mass loss As the number of elderly patients with T2DM increases the prevalence of sarcopenia also increases This study showed that slow–speed eating was associated with muscle mass loss it is important to consider eating speed in elderly patients with T2DM we defined exercises from self–reported questionaries and have not evaluated the actual physical activity by objective criteria such as metabolic equivalents (METs) we collected questionnaires only one time at the first time and did not re–evaluate this study included only Japanese patients with T2D; hence generalization of the results to other groups is still unknown Slow–speed eating was associated with muscle mass loss in older patients with T2DM; therefore close attention needed to the eating speed when treating older patients with T2DM The raw data supporting the conclusions of this article will be made available by the authors The studies involving human participants were reviewed and approved by the Ethics Committee of KPUM (No The patients/participants provided their written informed consent to participate in this study GK interpreted the data and wrote the manuscript FT acquired and interpreted the data and contributed discussion and MA acquired the data and contributed discussion All authors have read and agreed to the published version of the manuscript HO received grant support from the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science and received personal fees from MSD K.K. 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architectural planning japan image © ushio kanta all images courtesy of okuno architectural planning on a sparse residential plot in the sea-bordered prefecture of chiba, japan, lies a slant-walled home by local architect masaaaki okuno the interior is organized by a trapezoidal atrium inscribed into a rhomboidal volume the effect is a perpendicular tapering of space in a hallway-like fashion the wood-constructed home’s wide floor plan rises to a narrow band of ceiling that allows the breakup and diffusion of light to all spaces in a uniform manner the raised foundation slab makes for the open-air central void space to contain an offset cutout pathway and enjoy the growth of a tree dark-clad exterior walls with the glazed inner clerestory and sliding glass doors that enclose the central open-air room circulation is organized around this structure of light and immaterially enclosed void while challenging the dramatically angled walls to become open spaces of reflection rather than 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Above Simple minimalist living spaces (Photo: Muji/Airbnb) Simple minimalist living spaces (Photo: Muji/Airbnb) The concept behind Muji Hotels mirrors the brand's ethos, aiming to provide guests with an environment that encourages relaxation, mindfulness Hotel rooms feature minimalist decor, neutral colour palettes, and high-quality, sustainable materials that promote a calming ambience All amenities and furnishings are selected to cater to guests' needs without overwhelming them with unnecessary extravagance See also: 8 minimalist Malaysian homes that do more with less Above Natural materials was favoured in the interiors (Photo: Muji/Airbnb) Natural materials was favoured in the interiors (Photo: Muji/Airbnb) Muji Hotels also emphasise local culture and community integration Each hotel incorporates regional influences in its design and offers opportunities for guests to explore nearby attractions supporting a more authentic travel experience Don't miss: Inside 3 beautifully designed Kyoto boutique hotels Above The space sports a wabi sabi aesthetic (Photo: Muji/Airbnb) The space sports a wabi sabi aesthetic (Photo: Muji/Airbnb) Muji Base is the company's latest twist on hospitality in collaboration with Airbnb Its first venture sees the transformation of a 100-year-old building in Kamogawa, a charming coastal town in Chiba Prefecture Read more: Game of thorns: 7 Airbnb stays in Malaysia for durian lovers Above Meditative living (Photo: Muji/Airbnb) Meditative living (Photo: Muji/Airbnb) Set in the former Noda Printmaking Workshop, the fusion of modern updates with the building's aged character creates a captivating space that celebrates a free lifestyle integrated with nature. Muji's clean aesthetic permeates the interior complemented by a curated selection of their products See more: What is Japandi Style and 5 ways to get the look Above Muji bedding in all bedrooms (Photo: Muji/Airbnb) Muji bedding in all bedrooms (Photo: Muji/Airbnb) Anticipated to open in 2023, Muji Base Kamogawa offers a unique destination for travellers seeking a harmonious blend of nature, design, and wellness.  Don't miss: Japan by Design: 5 best ryokan-inspired hotels to visit Above Enjoy the peaceful natural surroundings even in the bath (Photo: Muji/Airbnb) Enjoy the peaceful natural surroundings even in the bath (Photo: Muji/Airbnb) Beyond accommodation, guests may partake in diverse activities and workshops, from yoga classes and nature walks to engaging craft sessions.  guests can partake in unique experiences like visiting a dairy farm or participating in melon harvesting fostering a deeper connection to the local culture 6 bars from The World’s 50 Best 2022 list by acclaimed designers 9 most beautiful McDonald’s in the world 10 new and beautiful Singapore hotels opening in 2023 Summers in Kyoto can be surprisingly hot and humid the pragmatic ancient locals realised long ago that the river’s surface with its lower air temperature and higher velocity breeze With a little ingenuity, kawadoko river dining came to be Also known as yuka dining, kawadoko involves setting up platforms and tables over or near water so people can enjoy the cool breeze as they wine and dine Visit Kyoto between May and September and you’ll be able to experience this popular past time in a variety of locations from Kibune to the Kamogawa River Dating back to the Momoyama Period (1583-1600) the oldest example of kawadoko dining in Kyoto can be found right in the heart of the city the famous Kamogawa River features a two kilometer stretch of kawadoko between Nijo-dori and Gojo Ohashi Bridge The restaurants and bars backing onto the river feature alfresco dining platforms which are the perfect spot for a summer meal.  you would never guess that the small-fronted establishments offer river views and kawadoko dining You must be logged in to post a comment ABU DHABI: The walruses of SeaWorld Abu Dhabi are acclimating well to their state-of-the-art habitats located in the Marine Life Theme Park’s Arctic Realm the Arctic Realm of the Polar Ocean is one of SeaWorld Abu Dhabi’s eight immersive realms who joined from zoological facilities in Canada to Lilou and Nanoha who joined SeaWorld Abu Dhabi from Kamogawa Japan – all the walruses have adapted exceptionally well to their new home Among the numerous comforts of their habitat is the innovative Animal Life Support System (ALSS) a state-of-the-art technology that meticulously mirrors the atmosphere of the Arctic The ALSS carefully oversees the control of water quality and other parameters are upheld to the highest standards This comprehensive system fosters an environment that is not just habitable but entirely conducive for the growth and development of the animals Complementing the ALSS is the Advanced Animal Lighting System (AALS) which reproduces the natural light cycles found in the Arctic north the AALS promotes the animal’s natural circadian rhythm ensuring their continued physiological and psychological wellbeing these systems represent a benchmark in marine habitat design and management underscoring SeaWorld Abu Dhabi’s commitment to the wellbeing of its resident marine life with an intricate design resembling the Arctic north gives these playful mammals ample room to explore The overall design of the habitat includes large Arctic rocks and boulders for the animals to rest as well as several viewing windows – both above and below water – which give the walruses opportunities to interact with guests Another interesting feature that’s worth noting is the addition of schools of fish in their habitats which encourages the walruses to exercise and play throughout the day The skilled team taking care of the animals provides enrichment activities daily from engaging behavior sessions to providing them with specially designed devices to play with the walruses are kept busy throughout the day This enrichment is also supported with a high-quality diet including restaurant grade clams squid and herring – with their individual diets continuously under review by nutrition specialists to ensure that each walrus’s daily nutritional needs are met SeaWorld Abu Dhabi’s commitment to animal welfare has established an enriching environment for all the animals in their care The Marine Life Theme Park is also the region’s first facility to be certified by Global Humane the international brand of American Humane and the world’s largest certifier of animal welfare Leaf KYOTO ［Outing with Children] A stroll along the Kamogawa River to cool off Many mothers are probably wondering how to spend time with their children during this time of year when they cannot play in the park for long periods of time We recommend a "Kamogawa River stroll" for such a summer outing with children where you can easily play in the water and visit the Kamogawa Delta which is lined with fashionable stores that welcome children This article introduces a cool walking course that takes you to the Kamogawa Delta and stores that are within easy walking distance from there (TEXT/Yuri Sano) ［This vegetarian and vegan restaurant opened in November 2021 The restaurant offers products made from plant-based which allow you to enjoy fruit with aged syrup and peel are available for take-out at 650 yen each eating in at the restaurant is also recommended The 900 yen mini chocolate parfait topped with chocolate soft serve and Shiba-inu shaped cookies is a cool treat that children will love dogs are allowed on the terrace of cafe planet and one of the attractions for animal lovers is the chance to meet the store's signature dog ［The Kamo River Delta is the confluence of the Kamo River (Kamo River) and the Takano River It is so called because it resembles the Greek letter Δ (delta) It is within walking distance of Keihan's Demachiyanagi Station The most attractive feature of the Kamo River Delta is the stepping stones It is cool because of its location near the water and it is pleasant to sit on the steppingstones and enjoy a footbath There are stepping stones in the shape of turtles and birds There are three main things to keep in mind when playing in the Kamogawa Delta: First The stepping stones are hot at certain times of the day and the wide intervals between them make it difficult for small children to cross them all swim shoes are useful for both jabbing and jumping it is safer to stay away from the river on rainy days or the day after that they may sink into the river and not be visible Remember that you are playing in the river it is important to have the courage not to play so heat stroke countermeasures such as bringing a hat and cutting out after a short time are essential Under the bridge is an excellent resting spot and it is so relaxing that you forget you are in the middle of the city Enjoy the luxury of a river cruise in Kyoto a tourist city that attracts people from all over the world This very popular restaurant is located in the Demachi Masugata Shopping Arcade You can walk to the restaurant through the arcade so you don't have to worry even on hot days One of the reasons to visit LION KITCHEN with children is the mural painted by picture book author Tomonori Taniguchi We want to capture the smiling faces of children on camera at the restaurant where they will feel like they are dining with lions The menu includes the famous hamburger steak and other dishes from a cute menu that looks like something out of a picture book and a children's lunch for 700 yen is also available The menu also includes a variety of recommended summer dishes such as a summer vegetable bean curry doria for 1,300 yen such as a mixed juice smoothie made in collaboration with Inoue Fruit Shop a long-established store in Demachi Masugata Shopping Arcade (600 yen) lion pudding made with brand eggs (400 yen) The Kamo River Delta area has evolved over time into a bustling spot lined with wonderful stores The Kamo River flows through the city of Kyoto which is evolving day by day while retaining its former charm and the time you spend with your children around the river will surely become an unforgettable memory the entire interior space exudes MUJI’s clean aesthetic | all images courtesy of Airbnb The 100-year-old house is designed to embrace a contemporary, free lifestyle with a touch of Western influence, while cherishing the essence of the Japanese ‘Satoyama’ living—being one with nature. The Airbnb stay (available here) combines modern updates with its authentic charm The entire interior space exudes MUJI’s clean aesthetic complemented by a carefully curated selection of their products MUJI enthusiasts are invited to savor a tranquil retreat, indulging in relaxing days or making it their ideal ‘base’ for remote work. ‘Nowadays, lifestyles and workstyles have changed drastically. Though can choose to live and work anywhere you want, having a place where you want to go back again and again always gives you peace of mind,’ shares the Japanese design brand ‘If you had those places everywhere in Japan MUJI BASE can be the one for you.’ The house presents itself as such a sanctuary—where you can truly feel at home and immerse yourself in the local community’s distinctive lifestyle visitors can expect to cultivate a profound sense of appreciation for the finer aspects of life and gain invaluable wisdom from the experiences the Airbnb stay combines modern updates with its authentic charm a carefully curated selection of MUJI products completes the interior the 100-year-old house is designed to embrace a contemporary MUJI enthusiasts are invited to use the dwelling as their ideal ‘base’ for remote work Western influences are integrated into the essence of the Japanese ‘Satoyama’ living—being one with nature name: MUJI Base Kamogawa brand: MUJI available on: Airbnb The Hajime no Ippo Rising television anime series will end with a four-episode "Sengo-hen" (After the War Arc) spinoff in March, and for this spinoff, Mamoru Miyano will play Genji Kamogawa during his younger years The story begins with a photograph of a beautiful woman named Yuki which triggers a flashback to Kamogawa and Nekota's passionate younger days Tokyo is still recovering from the shock of the wartime defeat and the other is with the beautiful woman Yuki These episodes are being produced as a special arc in tribute to Utsumi and his Genji Kamogawa role The first episode will premiere on March 8 The Blu-ray and DVD boxes for the main Hajime no Ippo Rising television series will ship on March 19. Hajime no Ippo's original manga creator George Morikawa, Ippo's voice actor Kohei Kiyasu, and Mamoru Takamura's voice actor Rikiya Koyama are contributing audio commentaries Source: Comic Natalie Image © George Morikawa/Kodansha, VAP, NTV Kamogawa Sea World is located in the city of Kamogawa in Chiba Prefecture an area known for its abundant greenery and splendid views of the ocean It is operated by Granvista Hotels & Resorts Co. Kamogawa Sea World and Kamogawa Sea World Hotel took the difficult decision to temporarily close its doors to visitors in response to the request by the Governor of Chiba Prefecture to the public to refrain from making unnecessary trips outside their homes amid the fast-spreading coronavirus outbreak Furthermore, in a bid to keep its customers and marine animals connected through these challenging times, Kamogawa Sea World is also regularly streaming videos of its aquariums. You can watch them on the park’s official Facebook page here Please stay connected with the marine world online while the staff at the park impatiently wait for your return once the pandemic is over For more about Kamogawa Sea World, see their official website at www.kamogawa-seaworld.jp/english “I would like to express my most sincere sympathy to all patients who have contracted the novel coronavirus I am also extending my deepest gratitude to the medical staff who are tirelessly working to support us at this challenging time Kamogawa Sea World is currently temporarily closed but our marine animals and we sincerely hope that we can enjoy your presence again soon Kamogawa Sea World will be celebrating its 50th anniversary We hope to continue building on the legacy we have created up until now and become forerunners in leading the way for aquariums in Japan.”   — Kamogawa Sea World General Manager | Shintaro Hirakawa A drink called “Kamogawa Energy” from the anime Lagrange: The Flower of Rin-ne The drink will be available to purchase at the event “Sea Festa 2013 in Kamogawa,” and a limited amount will be sold online “Kamogawa Energy” is an energy drink that is a regular staple for main character Kyouno Madoka The drink is colored the same hue as her beloved mecha preference was given to make it more delicious than its counterpart in the anime and its melon soda-like flavor was a huge hit when it was sold in limited quantities at last year’s “LaguRine Festival 2012 in Kamogawa.” which is coming a mere six months after the last the drink’s packaging and flavor have been improved for fans to enjoy even more at “Sea Festa 2013 in Kamogawa,” a special Lagrange: The Flower of Rin-ne booth will be set up such as jerseys from the Kamogawa Jersey Club The price of the drink and how it will be sold have not yet been announced fans can look forward to being able to try it soon The recipe for the “Kamogawa Energy” drink sold at “LaguRine Festival 2012 in Kamogawa” is now available online so you can try making this version of the drink yourself “Sea Festa 2013 in Kamogawa” Event Site:http://www.seafesta.com/ (Japanese) “Kamogawa Energy - LaguRine Festival 2012 in Kamogawa Ver.” Recipe Page:http://www.kamonavi.jp/ja/news/news_000354.html (Japanese) Source:http://nlab.itmedia.co.jp/nl/articles/1305/10/news066.html (Japanese) KYOTO--To beat the heat in the ancient capital about 90 eating establishments temporarily offer outdoor dining on raised platforms along the Kamogawa river’s west bank They can be found along a 2-kilometer stretch between the Nijo-Ohashi and Gojo-Ohashi bridges Increasingly diverse establishments in recent years are running the Kamogawa Noryo-Yuka the name for the annual installations with a history spanning four centuries A row of illuminated Noryo-Yuka floors could be seen along the riverbank one typical evening an established restaurant of Kyoto cuisine operates one of the raised platforms at the western foot of the Shijo-Ohashi bridge Founded in 1718 during the Edo Period (1603-1867) it offers the season’s “kaiseki” full-course meals on the tatami-covered raised floor under murmurs of the river and a night breeze The establishment is operating the floor this summer without restrictions related to the COVID-19 pandemic for the first time in three years but regular customers have returned this year,” said Kaoru Matsui “A cook who joined our restaurant just before the pandemic was rolling his eyes up and down because he had never been so busy earlier.” The Noryo-Yuka floors are running from May through October this year Lunches generally start from around 3,000 yen ($21) and dinners from around 5,000 yen Kaiseki meals typically cost more than 10,000 yen The raised floors date to the early Edo Period said officials of the Kyoto Kamogawa Noryo-Yuka cooperative association which had become dilapidated under a succession of wars with kabuki plays--just initiated by entertainer Izumo no Okuni--and street vendors Merchants installed spectator seats and about 400 teahouses used to set up stools in the mid-Edo Period The raised floors became geographically confined to the west bank during the Meiji Era (1868-1912) partly because the Kamogawa Unga section of the Biwako Sosui canal was cut along the east bank Tatami-covered floors of ryokan and luxury Japanese-style restaurants accounted for most of the Noryo-Yuka until the 1990s French restaurants and cafes have set up Western-style tables on the floors Some places have begun offering raised-floor experiences from the morning bills itself as a “modern American” restaurant It opened by the side of the Donguri-bashi bridge in February and offers and it sometimes only takes about 30 minutes for all the 30 seats on its Noryo-Yuka floor to be taken up “We hope to propose a lifestyle whereby you eat a leisurely breakfast by the riverside before sightseeing or to kick off a day,” said Hisao Kitade To the south of Kacto is Babbi Gelateria Kyoto which opened in 2019 and serves 18 types of gelati It is the first gelato shop to set up a Noryo-Yuka floor “Our place offers casual and reasonable Noryo-Yuka experiences in the cool evening breeze,” said Ikumi Nishida The raised-floor operators may be becoming increasingly diverse but they still continue to maintain a distinctly Kyoto-like atmosphere on the basis of the prefectural Kamogawa ordinance adopted in 2007 the raised floors of neighboring establishments may have a step only up to 50 centimeters between them so the view of the beautiful rows of floor can be preserved and should be painted in the color of wood if they are made of steel or other material The illumination should be just bright enough for reading a newspaper Music performances or signboards being installed on the floors are not allowed “We hope to continue cherishing the charm of Kyoto where you can dine and enjoy a silent night under the moon rising over the Higashiyama hills to the east,” said Hiroshi Tanaka the 68-year-old chief director of the Noryo-Yuka association Osaka to maintain tight rein on people going out Third state of emergency declared to deal with COVID-19 Only photo of Fukuchiyama Castle in feudal age causes a stir Ancient temple starts hosting travelers to fix its financial woes A 26-year-old tourist has been charged with sexual assault after a hotel worker reported seeing him drag a woman through the hotel Daiki Kamogawa was charged Monday with fourth degree criminal sexual conduct as a misdemeanor according to a magistrate's complaint filed in Superior Court More: Trial in death of Barksdale airman begins More: ATM skimmer remains in custody awaiting deportation police responded to a sex offense complaint at the Outrigger Guam Beach Resort according to the Guam Police Department records officers spoke to a hotel employee who told them "a male tourist had been seen dragging a female tourist through the hotel," according to the complaint When they went to the 10th floor of the hotel The hotel employee said he heard screaming coming from the room and saw the woman rush out The woman told police she had met Kamogawa at a nightclub and they went to look for a friend of hers who had left earlier where he touched her under her shirt and over her underwear The woman told police she was unable to stop Kamogawa but eventually kicked and pushed him away and ran from the room Kamogawa told police he and the woman went to the room and engaged in consensual sex translated from Japanese by Jesse Kirkwood mouth-watering Japanese sleuthing series for fans of Before the Coffee Gets Cold Feature image credit: Pan Macmillan Australia is known for his town-themed essays and advisory work in television programs his talent as an author is widely recognised or more specifically a dish whose flavour wants to be recaptured by the client The central characters are father and daughter whose work at the Kamogawa Diner includes a side hustle of uncovering the ingredients of a meal and 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Leaf KYOTO ［2024] Recommended for summer in Kyoto Kyoto's kawadoko (riverbeds) have started again this year including casual café lunches and luxurious course lunches using carefully selected ingredients The chair and table seating is a great way to relax and enjoy your meal without worrying about your feet Enjoy an elegant lunch time while sightseeing or on a special occasion Kamogawa gozen for lunch (5940 yen) or kyokaiseki (Kyoto-style kaiseki) for 12100 yen a set of both the restaurant's specialty and Kyoto cuisine housed in a renovated 100-year-old machiya (townhouse) In addition to authentic local cuisine prepared by Italian and French chefs the lunch courses offered during the kawadoko season are not to be missed to select wines that go well with the dishes from a carefully selected wine list pasta and meat dishes paired with a glass of wine a café-restaurant overlooking the Kamo River offers modern American cuisine such as wagyu beef burgers and buttermilk pancakes The restaurant is open for brunch from 8:00 a.m so you can relax even if you visit after lunch Kacto Wagyu Burger Teriyaki Sauce and Hash Brown Potatoes ¥2000 Popular brunch menu with 100% wagyu beef patty sandwiched between buns made with beer yeast content changes depending on the season *Photographs are for reference only Chef's recommended course for lunch only is 6600 yen Wide open floor with seating and chairs for people of all ages You can enjoy Thai cuisine with such authentic flavors that it has been selected as a restaurant certified by the Thai government by a Thai chef The restaurant offers a variety of authentic Thai dishes such as Pad Thai a Thai-style fried noodle with special sauce a salad of seafood and vegetables dressed with vermicelli or the Sabai set of popular dishes for 2,300 yen with a cold Thai beer so you can enjoy the tropical atmosphere and feel like you are on a trip and goes well with coffee and soft drinks as well as alcohol Enjoy a stylish lunch on the riverbed where you can feel the comfortable breeze The photo shows an example of a lunch course from 4300 yen Enjoy a relaxing and carefree meal on the largest and most spacious kawadoko (riverbed) along the Kamo River You can stretch out your legs and relax on the riverbed with table seating you can enjoy authentic Beijing cuisine that preserves the good old traditions and is not bound by trends Share and enjoy Beijing cuisine that makes the most of the ingredients A full course meal from appetizer to dessert Even the exterior walls of the historic building visible from Shijo Ohashi Bridge are beautiful Japanese version Imagine staying in a traditional Japanese house that has been redesigned by Muji with modern furnishings and utilities Enter Muji Base Kamogawa – a quaint getaway just 1.5 hours away from Tokyo that’s available for booking for your next holiday in Japan The home is over a hundred years old featuring traditional architecture and interiors as well as giving you a taste of an organic farmstay experience you will get to enjoy Muji toiletries and snacks too Muji Base Kamogawa is situated in Kamogawa, Chiba Prefecture, surrounded by mountains and rice terraces. To get here, it’s about a 90-minute car ride from Narita Airport Driving is the most convenient and fastest way; otherwise it’s about a 4-hour train ride with multiple line changes from Tokyo city A little bit of background about the place – Muji Base Kamogawa was originally a private house that was vacant and over a hundred years old Muji took over the house and redesigned it to suit modern living while maintaining the traditional elements of a Japanese home it was opened up for guests to stay via AirBnb with a maximum of 5 guests that can be accommodated at any time Proposed by Muji as a place for community-based living Muji Base Kamogawa provides guests with the authentic experience of living like the locals – from staying in a traditional Japanese house to cooking fresh local ingredients harvested from small nearby farms This is also a beautiful getaway opportunity from the busy city life since it’s located quite a distance away they knew that 1 night’s stay wouldn’t be enough travellers who wish to stay here must book a minimum of 2 nights to score a reservation – and enjoy the full experience Something which many guests enjoy during their stay at Muji Base Kamogawa is cooking breakfast in the morning using fresh ingredients harvested from the organic garden in front of the house – a rare farm-to-table experience The kitchen is fully equipped with a stove and tableware – basically everything you need to cook up a storm and miso are also available and free of charge If you opt to add on the local ingredients food set from Muji Base Kamogawa you’ll be provided with 1kg of rice – enough for 10 servings The set also comes with 1 packet of pickled plums and 3 packets of natto – traditional Japanese fermented soybeans eaten daily by locals Do note that advanced bookings will need to be made to reserve the food and the set may change seasonally If you’d like to do grocery shopping on your own instead there’s Muji Minnami-no-Sato – a nearby cafe and store where you can buy fresh veggies All guests get 1 complimentary drink from the cafe too along with endless refills of coffee beans and black soybeans you can get help booking a cab from either the Airbnb host or staff Something to look forward to at Muji Base Kamogawa is sleeping on shikifutons and tatamis Shikifutons are foldable Japanese floor mattresses that can be rolled up and stowed away during the day are woven straw mats that are placed underneath your shikifuton to add a layer of support and help with air circulation They can also be used as a mat for sitting on the floor The house is furnished with traditional Japanese furniture such as rattan chairs but also modern features such as bathtubs allowing you to experience the best of culture and comfort look forward to using Muji products for your toiletries There’s even a selection of food and snacks from Muji for you to enjoy during your stay you don’t have to pay for them like how you would if you grabbed something from the minibars in hotels They’re all completely free for staying guests If you’d like to make your experience a little more educational and enriching Muji Base Kamogawa offers experiential learning tours The first option is a half-day experience that allows you to learn all about the specialty dairy farm in Chiba Prefecture; while the second option is the same but allows you to bring back a bottle of milk freshly squeezed with your own hands The first option costs ¥5,500/adult (~S$48.36) and ¥2,500/child (~S$21.98) The second option will set you back ¥7,500/adult (~S$65.94) and ¥3,000/child (~S$26.38) Do note that you’d need to make a reservation at least 2 weeks in advance If you enjoy staying in unique AirBnbs around the world it’s not every day you get to enjoy living in a traditional Japanese Muji house Rates are ¥55,000 (~S$483.20) for 3D2N which will give you access to the entire home Image cover adapted from: Muji Base Kamogawa Drop us your email so you won't miss the latest news Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon We help you navigate a myriad of possibilities Sign up for our newsletter for the best of the city By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news, events, offers and partner promotions. Tokyo One of the world’s most popular homeware stores, Muji is known for promoting a lifestyle rooted in simplicity Famous for its minimalistic and practical designs spanning a broad spectrum of products from stationery and kitchenware to clothing and furniture the Japanese brand focuses on eliminating the superfluous to highlight the truly essential aspects of life As a notable expansion of its offerings, Muji has further branched out into the hospitality sector with the opening of its first guest house, the Muji Base Kamogawa in the picturesque town of Kamogawa in Chiba Tokyo’s neighbouring prefecture.  Muji Base Kamogawa is the result of a meticulous renovation of a century-old traditional Japanese house The property marries the charming aesthetics of traditional Japanese architecture with Muji's signature minimalistic and modern design philosophy to provide guests with a serene retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life the guest house showcases the brand's commitment to quality and simplicity through its furniture and amenities Guests can enjoy the tranquil ambience of the house neutral-toned interiors and fully equipped with Muji comforts the Muji Base Kamogawa project also aims to preserve and promote the local culture in Kamogawa the guest house provides its guests with themed activities related to food and agriculture These include learning about farming from local producers and seasonal activities like harvesting Chiba aqua melons and dairy farming It can accommodate up to five guests at a time making it a perfect retreat for families or small groups The cost for an overnight stay in this minimalist haven is set at ¥55,000 Shibuya mayor urges the public not to visit Shibuya for Halloween this year Ghibli Park will have real-life Catbus shuttle by March 2024 Tadami train from Fukushima to Niigata goes through one of Japan's top autumn scenery Tokyo Disneyland and DisneySea to welcome Christmas with 15 metre-tall trees All JR rail passes are increasing in price this October – the full list Want to be the first to know what’s cool in Tokyo? Sign up to our newsletter for the latest updates from Tokyo and Japan. facebooktwitterpinterestinstagramAbout us Please upgrade to a more modern version to fully experience JapanToday site and for security reasons Who knew that women would be so keen to have a slumber party with manta rays and dolphins The Ladies Night Stay promotion at Kamogawa Sea World in Chiba offers girls the chance to camp out at an aquarium while enjoying a variety of insider tours and activities whose windows are set inside a killer whale tank and then it’s off for a soak in the on-site onsen and an after-hours tour of backstage areas visitors climb inside sleeping bags that are spread out before the aquarium’s largest tank Join the leading Asian tourist attraction to assist our diverse range of customers hahhaha...I wouldnt mind camping out there and a bunch of 20yr old j-girls...excellent weekend I think this is a great ideas for all you dads out there that has a wife and daughter like me It gives women and girls a chance to enjoy beauty and nature and we men don't have to be bothered since we usually have such short tension spans Give the women what they want and we men can enjoy the fact that they are happy and well guarded by security so we can relax with the TV to ourselves with our surround sound blasting Whoever came up with this idea should be paid double What real man wants to watch this more than 20 mins Just on the beach-side of Sea World is a long sandy beach which is relatively clean and has pretty good waves Why is the news location at the beginning of the article "Kanagawa" What if someone wants a mid-night sushi snack :) God gave the go ahead to evolve a few years back I heard you have to watch out for Flipper - he has a cold nose in the morning people are still willing to pay 13500 yen to eat dinner onsen and sleep (in a sleeping bag) with fishes Use your Facebook account to login or register with JapanToday you will also receive an email inviting you to receive our news alerts A mix of what's trending on our other sites Orca Kamogawa and Kunoichi Mie advance through to the Round of 16 - Empress's Cup JFA 43rd Japan Women's Football Championship the third round of the Empress's Cup JFA 43rd Japan Women's Football Championship took place At Moka Sports Park Field two teams from the Nadeshiko League Division 2 squared off against Division 1 sides The match between Shizuoka SSU Asregina (Tokai/Shizuoka) who finished third in the Nadeshiko League Division 2 who finished ninth in the Nadeshiko League Division 1 turned out to be a fierce battle with both sides showing great determination to win who have not conceded a goal in this tournament so far continued their good form by defeating NHK Spring Yokohama FC Seagulls (Nadeshiko1/Kanagawa) 0-1 in the second round and took the initiative against Asregina on this day fired a mid-range shot that missed to the right side of the goal when URASHIMA Risa struck a direct shot off of a cross sent by Minamiyama from the right side The well-placed shot pierced the left side of the goal and the crowd responded by giving her a big round of applause who had reached the third round by winning two consecutive matches in penalty shootout struggled to create chances in the first half as they couldn’t find ways to deliver the ball to FUJIWARA Kana and MIYOSHI Akane Asregina gradually picked up their pace in the second half as Fujiwara connected with a free kick delivered by TAKASHIMA Ayane to fire a header in the 50th minute followed by a mid-range shot taken by YAMADA Yui that struck the goal post in the 58th minute The second half also saw Orca making efforts to extend their lead as their centre-half TSURUMI Ayaka fired towering headers in the 61st and 65th minutes Asregina tried to increase their time in the attacking third but their attacks became monotonous and Miyoshi's shot in the 71st minute went just wide of the goal The one-goal game became more intense as the 90th minute approached Orca will carry their perfect defensive record into the fourth round where JEF United Ichihara Chiba Ladies (WE League/Chiba) await The match between Iga FC Kunoichi Mie (Nadeshiko1/Mie) the fourth place team in the Nadeshiko League Division 2 was a match in which Kunoichi's high attacking power stood out After scoring four goals against University of Tsukuba (Kanto/Ibaraki) in the second round Kunoichi dominated the ball possession from the early minutes to create variety of attacks when MORI Hitomi converted the corner kick delivered by SUZUKI Chihiro with a header Kunoichi continued to attack from both sides Despite the efforts made by Anclas to initiate counters Kunoichi showed quick transitions to recover the ball denying the Fukuoka side from creating opportunities With Nadeshiko League Division 1 MVP SUGITA Ami scoring the second goal in the 24th minute Kunoichi continued to showcase their dominance in the second half as SHIMANO Mio converted the cross sent by Sugita in the 53rd minute to make it 3-0 followed by Sugita’s second goal of the match scored in the 56th minute the top scorer of Nadeshiko League Division 1 also contributed by scoring a header off of a cross sent by Sugita to mark a goal in back to back matches Kunoichi's substitute players also played an active role as OKINO Kurea was brought down in the penalty area to win a penalty kick in the 64th minute but her attempt was saved by the tenacious save of Anclas goalkeeper ASAYAMA Miho with Okino and MITSUHASHI Asuka each adding to the tally as they fired a total of 33 shots to demonstrate their dominance over Anclas and advance to the round of 16 Coach (Shizuoka SSU Asregina)It would have been nice if we could have created chances through our build-ups from the goalkeeper in the first half Although we managed to keep the ball moving in the second half we lacked quality in the final third to score goals I think the players have gained confidence that they can compete against Division 1 sides of the Nadeshiko League so we will continue to make our efforts to reach the top division DF #4 TSURUMI Ayaka (Orca Kamogawa FC)We managed to win through a very tough match in the second round so this was a very important match for us to not let that experiencer go to waste and after scoring only one goal in our league matches this season I really wanted to help the team by scoring a header so I am disappointed that I couldn’t do that I want to prepare myself in the best way possible MF #10 SUGITA Ami (Iga FC Kunoichi Mie)We told each other that the first half was going to be important because we knew our opponent was going to come out very aggressively Although we struggled in the early minutes we managed to pick up our pace after scoring the opener Our goal for this Empress's Cup was to play against teams of the WE League so we are excited to face Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Urawa Reds Ladies in the next round so we hope to ride this momentum to showcase a strong performance Anclas)Facing a team with very strong offence we wanted to create chances through counterattacks but we couldn’t find our spots and ended up getting pinned in defence throughout the first half We understood the situation at half time and tried to regain our composure in the second half but we didn’t have the right mentality to play against one of the best teams in the Nadeshiko League even though there was not much difference in terms of techniques the players showed great growth over the year despite not being able to use the practice field for a while due to the pandemic Tournament Information Empress's Cup JFA Japan Women's Football Championship by Year JFA Youth & Development Official Partner JFA Youth & Development Programme（JYD） Roughly one-third of the reservations for Muji Base so far have come from abroad has begun renovating old houses and other idle buildings in Japan for use as lodgings for travelers The company began in August by opening a renovated farmhouse that was built in Kamogawa The single-story Muji Base Kamogawa has a total floor space of 156 sq meters and retains much of its original feel The Muji brand household goods and furnishings offer visitors a comfortable stay.