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The page may not be displayed properly if the JavaScript is deactivated on your browser Japanese version emmanuelle moureaux architecture + design has completed the new design for the sugamo shinkin bank niiza branch the concept was to create a new look to refresh the current image of the financial institution the studio not only redesigned the interior of the bank the design revolves around squares – both the shape and the idea of the building being conceived as a public meeting place the logo on the facade features squares of as many as 24 colors which continue on into the interior of the space acting as visual dividers between the lobby ATM machine area is identified with purple image courtesy of hidehiko nagaishi AXOR presents three bathroom concepts that are not merely places of function but destinations in themselves — sanctuaries of style There are no statistics available for this player Thanks for visiting The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy We ask that you consider turning off your ad blocker so we can deliver you the best experience possible while you are here Behind the facade is a metre of space that allows the structure to breathe Pockets of this are planted with vegetation With no bank logo and few other identifying marks the random colours and window treatments effectively become the signage natural lighting and Moureaux's 'Leaf' motif combine to create an airy panoramic windows and chairs in 14 different colours are arranged to create a relaxed environment for the bank's clients Leaves in many shades pepper the walls and windows throughout the branch combine with the 'Leaf' motif to create what the architect calls a 'magical forest' the bank blends comfortably into its low-key surroundings Light pours into the second floor through some of the bank's seven internal courtyards The holes in the facade and space behind it keep the aluminium cool to the touch In a sleepy neighbourhood just outside Tokyo's Yamanote Line French architect Emmanuelle Moureaux has completed the second installment of a mini banking revolution the Tokiwadai branch of Sugamo Shinkin Bank is designed to dispel the intimidating atmosphere perpetuated by conventional financial institutions the building is identified by its bright colours which this time frame a rhythmical assortment of windows Instead of the concrete she used for the Niiza branch punctured by a series of holes in the pattern of a tree Behind the aluminium plating is a metre of space that allows the structure to breathe and provides room for small pockets of vegetation 'I hate the tension and nervousness at banks so I set out to create a space within the town in which people would experience nature and feel relaxed,' explains the Tokyo-based architect seven tree-filled courtyards permeate the bank a leaf motif peppers walls and windows throughout the building while chairs in 14 different colours ensure a laid-back atmosphere in stark contrast to the interiors of most finance buildings A third branch for the bank is now underway escapism and design stories from around the world direct to your inbox Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba on Saturday called for taking a realistic approach to the abolition of nuclear weapons a day after Japan's leading organization of atomic bomb survivors cited the need for nuclear deterrence as a "pragmatic response," while saying nuclear abolition is the ultimate goal the Japan Confederation of A- and H-Bomb Sufferers Organizations received the prize "for its efforts to achieve a world free of nuclear weapons," according to the Norwegian Nobel Committee Japan is the only country to have suffered a nuclear attack said he told the prime minister that he hopes Tokyo will "take the lead in easing distrust between countries" and prevent wars from happening who wrapped up on Friday a visit to Laos that was his first overseas trip as Japan's leader was also quoted by Tanaka as saying he wants the two of them to meet in person Tanaka said he also expressed during their phone conversation his concern over Japan remaining under the U.S To have the latest news and stories delivered to your inbox Simply enter your email address below and an email will be sent through which to complete your subscription Please check your inbox for a confirmation email Thank you for reaching out to us.We will get back to you as soon as possible The most efficient movements differ depending on whether a swinger is already soaring or has only just started swinging Everyone knows how to push higher and higher on a playground swing, even without any outside help: simply lean back and raise your lower legs at just the right time. 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Practice your own tricks or watch future Olympic hopefuls in action at Haole, which boasts a diverse line-up of miniramps and street obstacles. facebooktwitterpinterestinstagramAbout us Your browser does not support JavaScript, or it is disabled．Please check the site policy for more information National Report Setsuko Miyazawa visited the house of her son’s family in Tokyo’s Setagaya Ward earlier this month stared at the two-story house and then vented her frustration over the fact that the person who murdered the family of four in their home 20 years ago still has not been caught More than 282,000 police officers have been assigned to the investigation at one time or another and articles of evidence were left at the scene by the attacker But Tokyo’s Metropolitan Police Department does not have a suspect in the murders of Mikio Miyazawa Police discovered the bodies at the house on Dec Also found on the scene were blood samples fingerprints and clothes believed to be those of the perpetrator who is believed to be a male with a blood type of A apparently helped himself to ice cream and tea in the house There were also signs that he browsed the Internet on a computer in the house and that he took steps to stem his bleeding has not stepped foot in the house since the deaths because she knows that would bring home the excruciating reality that her son’s family was really gone Miyazawa said she imagined her grandchildren rushing to her as they used to do Miyazawa had traveled for two hours by train and bus from her home in Saitama Prefecture to take care of the children while her son and daughter-in-law worked When she exited the bus at a stop nearest to the house the two children who were waiting outside would run toward her She let the children play in a park before she prepared dinner The grandchildren baked cakes for her for Christmas and her birthday Miyazawa still vividly remembers how Niina sang and the days she cheered for the children at school sports festivals The family was a source of happy memories for her Why did my grandchildren who were very young have to be killed?” The MPD has compared the fingerprints found in the house with about 50 million prints including those of individuals with a history of trespassing and other crimes police also collected fingerprints of acquaintances of the four family members and other people of interest the public had provided 13,658 tips to police including more than 100 in this year alone an unusually high number given the passage of time Police said they examined each piece of information Miyazawa waits for a call from police to tell her that a suspect has been apprehended and it has become her daily routine to cross out each day on a calendar with a slash mark “I cannot believe it has been 20 years since the murders.” (This article was written by Yosuke Takashima and Nobuyuki Takiguchi.) 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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 Finland–Japan friendship week in Jyväskylä 31.10- 06.11.2022 we are celebrating the Finnish-Japanese friendship year You are welcome to attend the event and get to know Japanese culture Admission to events is free unless it has been stated earlier Background from the Finland-Japan friendship week 2022 The Embassy of Japan in Finland organizes events in various cities that promote interaction between the people of our countries and the understanding of cultures in honor of the Finnish-Japanese friendship year 2022 The Year of friendship celebrates the first encounters between Finns and Japanese Jyväskylä and Niiza signed a twin city agreement 25 years ago The school in Viitaniemi and the school in Niiza will celebrate their cooperation in an online seminar between the schools on Friday 04.11.2022 Jyväskylä Viitaniemi School and the International Relations of City of Jyväskylä Postal address:City of Jyväskylä, P.O. Box 193, 40101 JyväskyläContact search Organisation  City Strategy "},"children":[]}]},{"name":"paragraph","children":[{"name":"text","attributes":{"value":"Anna Saito told police she had been held captive by Kabu Terauchi She made her getaway on Sunday after he forgot to lock the door when he went shopping for a new phone in the Akihabara district."},"children":[]}]},{"name":"paragraph","children":[{"name":"text","attributes":{"value":"Mr Terauchi was held in the city of Ito with blood gushing from his neck after an apparent suicide attempt at 3.15 on Monday morning after a newspaper delivery man spotted him and contacted authorities."},"children":[]}]},{"name":"paragraph","children":[{"name":"text","attributes":{"value":" Police said his injuries were serious but not fatal He will be arrested on charges of abduction and questioned"},"children":[]}]}]},"summary({\"maxCharCount\":200})":{"type":"json","json":[{"name":"paragraph","children":[{"name":"text","attributes":{"value":"A Japanese teenager held under lock and key in Tokyo has escaped her apparent abductor flees after being held captive for two yearsRichard Smart in TokyoMonday March 28 2016 The TimesAnna Saito is driven away from police headquarters in Niiza after escaping from two years of abductionAPRichard Smart in TokyoMonday March 28 2016 The TimesA Japanese teenager held under lock and key in Tokyo has escaped her apparent abductor She made her getaway on Sunday after he forgot to lock the door when he went shopping for a new phone in the Akihabara district with blood gushing from his neck after an apparent suicide attempt at 3.15 on Monday morning after a newspaper delivery man spotted him and contacted authorities Police said his injuries were serious but not fatal He will be arrested on charges of abduction and questioned Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker An illumination event featuring 6.5 million LED lights that began on Thursday is now enveloping the Yomiuriland amusement park in a magical atmosphere an illumination event inspired by precious stones 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 a new Ferris wheel which was built to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the park’s opening “The night view with the Jewellumination was fantastic.” Twin Ferris Wheels Stand in Tokyo’s Yomiuriland Amusement Park Our weekly ePaper presents the most noteworthy recent topics in an exciting © 2025 The Japan News - by The Yomiuri Shimbun Japanese version Japanese version Public Relations Office, Government of Japan Home > Highlighting JAPAN > Highlighting Japan August 2016 > The Summer Olympics: Gold Medal Wisdom from Japan How a small Japanese manufacturer’s racket-stringing machines came to be used in three consecutive Olympic Games No article or any part there of may be reproduced without the express permission of the Cabinet Office. 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